Autism Psychologists and Therapists in Roxburgh Park

Alana Stewart
Counsellor, PACFA
Serves Area
Art Therapist, Counsellor, NDIS Provider. A safe, creative space to explore your emotions and life’s challenges. Supporting neurodivergence, complex trauma, grief and loss, chronic illness, disability, identity needs, depression and anxiety, complex family dynamics and more. I am committed to using a strengths-based, diversity-inclusive, trauma-informed approach. Sessions hosted at the Yellow Gum Art Therapy Studio with Evie the therapy dog.
Art Therapist, Counsellor, NDIS Provider. A safe, creative space to explore your emotions and life’s challenges. Supporting neurodivergence, complex trauma, grief and loss, chronic illness, disability, identity needs, depression and anxiety, complex family dynamics and more. I am committed to using a strengths-based, diversity-inclusive, trauma-informed approach. Sessions hosted at the Yellow Gum Art Therapy Studio with Evie the therapy dog.
(03) 8400 0787 View (03) 8400 0787
Soorah Albatat
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA Endorsed
Roxburgh Park, VIC 3064
Soorah is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in both the public and private mental health sectors. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges by providing a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing. Soorah adopts a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is customized to meet each individual's unique needs. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.
Soorah is a clinical psychologist with over 15 years of experience in both the public and private mental health sectors. She is passionate about supporting individuals through life’s challenges by providing a safe and non-judgmental space for personal growth and healing. Soorah adopts a person-centered approach, ensuring that therapy is customized to meet each individual's unique needs. She prioritizes building a strong therapeutic relationship where clients feel heard, understood, and empowered to create meaningful change in their lives.
(03) 7302 8861 View (03) 7302 8861
Matt Rai
Verified Verified
Roxburgh Park, VIC 3064
On paper, things might look fine. But something feels off. You might feel stuck, unsure what’s next, or like you’ve lost a sense of direction — even though you’re doing “all the right things.” That’s usually where this work starts. My approach sits somewhere between therapy and coaching. We don’t just talk — we figure things out. Together, we get clear on what actually matters to you, cut through what’s not working, and build a life that feels aligned.
On paper, things might look fine. But something feels off. You might feel stuck, unsure what’s next, or like you’ve lost a sense of direction — even though you’re doing “all the right things.” That’s usually where this work starts. My approach sits somewhere between therapy and coaching. We don’t just talk — we figure things out. Together, we get clear on what actually matters to you, cut through what’s not working, and build a life that feels aligned.
(03) 7303 3649 View (03) 7303 3649
Jowita Paulina Jackowski
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Roxburgh Park, VIC 3064
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, trauma or relationship challenges. You might be navigating ADHD, AuDHD, neurodivergence or the emotional load of caring for a loved one. You may prefer calm, slow‑paced sessions, bilingual support or someone who understands psychosocial disability, cognitive changes, dementia or sensory needs. If you’re seeking steady, grounded support in Melbourne’s north, you’re welcome here.
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, anxiety, grief, trauma or relationship challenges. You might be navigating ADHD, AuDHD, neurodivergence or the emotional load of caring for a loved one. You may prefer calm, slow‑paced sessions, bilingual support or someone who understands psychosocial disability, cognitive changes, dementia or sensory needs. If you’re seeking steady, grounded support in Melbourne’s north, you’re welcome here.
(03) 9344 1611 View (03) 9344 1611
Madiha Abid
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Serves Area
In addition to therapy, I provide comprehensive Autism, ADHD, and educational assessments for children and adults.
Hi there, I’m passionate about supporting children, young people, and their families as they navigate the challenges that come with growing up. I use a customised, evidence-based approach that provides psychoeducation at each step and involves other care team members to ensure holistic and consistent support. My sessions offer a warm and nurturing space where we work together to understand and manage difficulties while building on existing strengths. I also have experience working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities and offer support in Urdu for families who wish to gain a clearer understanding about thier child.
In addition to therapy, I provide comprehensive Autism, ADHD, and educational assessments for children and adults.
Hi there, I’m passionate about supporting children, young people, and their families as they navigate the challenges that come with growing up. I use a customised, evidence-based approach that provides psychoeducation at each step and involves other care team members to ensure holistic and consistent support. My sessions offer a warm and nurturing space where we work together to understand and manage difficulties while building on existing strengths. I also have experience working with Culturally and Linguistically Diverse communities and offer support in Urdu for families who wish to gain a clearer understanding about thier child.
(03) 7302 2365 View (03) 7302 2365
Lacee Heenan
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Serves Area
Lacee is a provisional psychologist undertaking her internship year at The Shire Psychology. She completed a Master of Professional Psychology and brings a warm, compassionate, collaborative and empathetic approach to her practice. Lacee has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of presentations including anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, OCD and trauma. Lacee has a particular interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in the child and family space.
Lacee is a provisional psychologist undertaking her internship year at The Shire Psychology. She completed a Master of Professional Psychology and brings a warm, compassionate, collaborative and empathetic approach to her practice. Lacee has experience working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of presentations including anxiety, mood disorders, neurodivergence, OCD and trauma. Lacee has a particular interest in working with individuals who have experienced trauma in the child and family space.
(03) 8007 3135 View (03) 8007 3135
The Psych Approach Clinic
Verified Verified
Serves Area
We use Art, play, CBT, DBT, ACT approaches and conduct cognitive, autism and ADHD assessment for low cost and on payment plans.
We have expanded our services with clinicians with immediate availability in Broadmeadows- contact us now for therapy and assessment with no waitlist. We work with children, young people, adults and seniors, and their families to overcome numerous challenges presented during various life stages and assist them in developing the resiliency required to manage adversities in a warm and nurturing environment. When working with children, young people, adults, and their families, we strive for a collaborative approach to overcome difficulties whilst complementing current strengths.
We use Art, play, CBT, DBT, ACT approaches and conduct cognitive, autism and ADHD assessment for low cost and on payment plans.
We have expanded our services with clinicians with immediate availability in Broadmeadows- contact us now for therapy and assessment with no waitlist. We work with children, young people, adults and seniors, and their families to overcome numerous challenges presented during various life stages and assist them in developing the resiliency required to manage adversities in a warm and nurturing environment. When working with children, young people, adults, and their families, we strive for a collaborative approach to overcome difficulties whilst complementing current strengths.
(03) 8007 3271 View (03) 8007 3271

More Therapists Nearby

Stephanie Heinemann
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
1 Endorsed
Footscray, VIC 3011
Stephanie enjoys working with teenagers, adults, and older adults with presentations of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, autism, and changed levels of ability.
Stephanie focuses on building a comfortable and inviting space using a person-centred, strengths-based approach to promote confidence and self-acceptance. She observes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice and can adapt the therapy approach to suit your needs and goals.
Stephanie enjoys working with teenagers, adults, and older adults with presentations of anxiety, depression, perfectionism, ADHD, autism, and changed levels of ability.
Stephanie focuses on building a comfortable and inviting space using a person-centred, strengths-based approach to promote confidence and self-acceptance. She observes a trauma-informed and culturally responsive practice and can adapt the therapy approach to suit your needs and goals.
(03) 8338 1187 View (03) 8338 1187
Tim Sanderson
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Online Only
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD.
1. Welcome to a practice that validates your lived ADHD journey. My primary focus is on the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD & counselling If required, I also provide a report for medical diagnosis. I strictly adhere to the Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2022.
I believe in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your unique journey with ADHD &/or Adult ASD.
1. Welcome to a practice that validates your lived ADHD journey. My primary focus is on the assessment and diagnosis of ADHD & counselling If required, I also provide a report for medical diagnosis. I strictly adhere to the Australian Evidence-Based Clinical Practice Guideline for Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) 2022.
(08) 6202 9315 View (08) 6202 9315
Calm Speak Space
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
We specialize in working with youth, Autistic people and ADHD people.
What makes our clinic unique is the holistic and trauma-informed care we provide. We do not see the client as someone who needs to be "fixed", but instead as an individual who has had a range of experiences and is looking for help. You are the expert in your life, we are just the guide who helps you get to where you want to be. We use CBT, ACT, DBT, ect
We specialize in working with youth, Autistic people and ADHD people.
What makes our clinic unique is the holistic and trauma-informed care we provide. We do not see the client as someone who needs to be "fixed", but instead as an individual who has had a range of experiences and is looking for help. You are the expert in your life, we are just the guide who helps you get to where you want to be. We use CBT, ACT, DBT, ect
(03) 7302 2848 View (03) 7302 2848
Receptive Minds
Counsellor, MC, ACA-L2
Online Only
I bring experience working with ADHD, Autism, PDA, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, and the grief or acceptance that can accompany a diagnosis.
I offer a safe, confidential space to explore what matters to you. My approach is person-centred—I show up without an agenda or a script, meeting you where you are. With empathy and broad experience, I support clients facing behavioural challenges, neurodivergence, trauma, relationship issues, and layered life experiences.
I bring experience working with ADHD, Autism, PDA, anxiety, trauma, relationship dynamics, and the grief or acceptance that can accompany a diagnosis.
I offer a safe, confidential space to explore what matters to you. My approach is person-centred—I show up without an agenda or a script, meeting you where you are. With empathy and broad experience, I support clients facing behavioural challenges, neurodivergence, trauma, relationship issues, and layered life experiences.
(02) 5657 8106 View (02) 5657 8106
Larney Jayne Lamers
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kilsyth, VIC 3137
Waitlist for new clients
Larney is the clinic director at Inner Light Allied Health, where her ideal clients are neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan, along with their families and carers.
Larney supports children, teens, and young adults who are neurodivergent, including autistic, PDA, and ADHD profiles. She offers evidence-based, neuroaffirming therapy that is person-centred and strengths-focused. Using special interests, playful approaches like Dungeons & Dragons, and her therapy dog Mako, she helps clients feel safe and unerstood.
Larney is the clinic director at Inner Light Allied Health, where her ideal clients are neurodivergent individuals across the lifespan, along with their families and carers.
Larney supports children, teens, and young adults who are neurodivergent, including autistic, PDA, and ADHD profiles. She offers evidence-based, neuroaffirming therapy that is person-centred and strengths-focused. Using special interests, playful approaches like Dungeons & Dragons, and her therapy dog Mako, she helps clients feel safe and unerstood.
(03) 8203 5468 View (03) 8203 5468
Dr Kamil Wolyniec
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
I am a registered Medicare and NDIS provider offering psychology and counseling sessions either in-person or on-line across Australia, including rural and remote areas. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — often shaped by complex trauma, neurodivergence, long-standing emotional patterns, chronic health challenges, life transitions, or relationship stress. I am sensitive to cross cultural and LGBTQIA+ needs in therapy. I work holistically recognising that healing involves the mind, body, relationships, sense of meaning, your nervous system, strengths and needs.
I am a registered Medicare and NDIS provider offering psychology and counseling sessions either in-person or on-line across Australia, including rural and remote areas. I work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected — often shaped by complex trauma, neurodivergence, long-standing emotional patterns, chronic health challenges, life transitions, or relationship stress. I am sensitive to cross cultural and LGBTQIA+ needs in therapy. I work holistically recognising that healing involves the mind, body, relationships, sense of meaning, your nervous system, strengths and needs.
(03) 8771 4534 View (03) 8771 4534
Dr Daliya Greenfeld Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA General
Serves Area
I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults presenting with ADHD, Autism, Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, and depression and supporting adjustments to life changes.
I support my patients by utilising evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to their needs and concerns. To do this, I use various assessment tools to help formulate a treatment plan. Therapeutic approaches included Cognitive therapy, Behavioural therapy, Psychodynamic approach, and Schema therapy.
I am experienced in working with children, adolescents and adults presenting with ADHD, Autism, Borderline Personality Disorder, anxiety, and depression and supporting adjustments to life changes.
I support my patients by utilising evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to their needs and concerns. To do this, I use various assessment tools to help formulate a treatment plan. Therapeutic approaches included Cognitive therapy, Behavioural therapy, Psychodynamic approach, and Schema therapy.
(03) 5907 3717 View (03) 5907 3717
Evelyn Gasparillo
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA - Health Psych.
Online Only
NDIS, Medicare & WorkCover funded therapy. Dr. Evelyn Gasparillo is a Psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. Her appointments are Online via Telehealth. With a compassionate approach, Evelyn provides evidence-based therapy according to your individual needs. Save time and avoid the hassle of travel so you can concentrate on your psychological therapy from the comfort of your home.
NDIS, Medicare & WorkCover funded therapy. Dr. Evelyn Gasparillo is a Psychologist with 20 years of clinical experience. Her appointments are Online via Telehealth. With a compassionate approach, Evelyn provides evidence-based therapy according to your individual needs. Save time and avoid the hassle of travel so you can concentrate on your psychological therapy from the comfort of your home.
(02) 8105 5473 View (02) 8105 5473
Monique Bester
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Blackburn South, VIC 3130
Additionally, I have a particular interest in neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD) and trauma-informed care.
My practice is committed to fostering a warm, nurturing, and empathetic environment where clients feel safe and valued. I utilize various therapeutic modalities to ensure individualized care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Additionally, I have a particular interest in neurodiversity (ADHD & ASD) and trauma-informed care.
My practice is committed to fostering a warm, nurturing, and empathetic environment where clients feel safe and valued. I utilize various therapeutic modalities to ensure individualized care tailored to each client’s unique needs.
(03) 7500 5884 View (03) 7500 5884
Social Sense Allied Health
Social Worker, AMHSW
Online Only
Social Sense Allied Health is a therapy practice based delivering services via telehealth (Zoom, MS Teams, FaceTime etc) or phone. We also can undertake home, school or hospital visits. We are a team of experts in complexity, dedicated to co-creating a therapeutic alliance to meet your goals. We offer mental health, trauma, functional and behavioural services under NDIS, Victims Services, Medicare, Workers Compensation, EAP, BUPA/Open Arms and Private Health Funds. We also provide clinical supervision for social workers, youth workers, counsellors and other human services professionals.
Social Sense Allied Health is a therapy practice based delivering services via telehealth (Zoom, MS Teams, FaceTime etc) or phone. We also can undertake home, school or hospital visits. We are a team of experts in complexity, dedicated to co-creating a therapeutic alliance to meet your goals. We offer mental health, trauma, functional and behavioural services under NDIS, Victims Services, Medicare, Workers Compensation, EAP, BUPA/Open Arms and Private Health Funds. We also provide clinical supervision for social workers, youth workers, counsellors and other human services professionals.
(02) 8806 0401 View (02) 8806 0401
Endeavour Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Serves Area
au - Endeavour Psychology provides psychological assessment and intervention services supporting clients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, body image and weight concerns, adjustment, bereavement, grief, stress, self-esteem, personality, social skills, neurodiversity including ADHD and ASD, sexuality, gender, relationships, communication, and interpersonal concerns.
Led by Clinical Psychologist and Fellow in Thanatology Dr Lisa Burke, Endeavour Psychology is a boutique psychological practice based in Geelong, Victoria. Endeavour Psychology employs evidence-based interventions including CBT, EMDR, narrative therapy, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), sand tray therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
au - Endeavour Psychology provides psychological assessment and intervention services supporting clients with depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety, panic, trauma, PTSD, body image and weight concerns, adjustment, bereavement, grief, stress, self-esteem, personality, social skills, neurodiversity including ADHD and ASD, sexuality, gender, relationships, communication, and interpersonal concerns.
Led by Clinical Psychologist and Fellow in Thanatology Dr Lisa Burke, Endeavour Psychology is a boutique psychological practice based in Geelong, Victoria. Endeavour Psychology employs evidence-based interventions including CBT, EMDR, narrative therapy, Interpersonal and Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), sand tray therapy, and psychodynamic therapy.
(03) 4238 0634 View (03) 4238 0634
Maddison Harris
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Kilsyth, VIC 3137
Presentations that Maddison works with include the following: Autism (especially in girls and women), ADHD, Chronic illness, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Developmental trauma, Grief management, OCD, Perinatal and infant mental health, and life transitions.
Maddison is currently a qualified Clinical Psychologist Registrar. Maddison has experience working as a psychologist across a range of settings, including private practice, community health, and within schools. Modalities that Maddison is trained in include CBT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
Presentations that Maddison works with include the following: Autism (especially in girls and women), ADHD, Chronic illness, Anxiety Disorders, Depressive Disorders, Developmental trauma, Grief management, OCD, Perinatal and infant mental health, and life transitions.
Maddison is currently a qualified Clinical Psychologist Registrar. Maddison has experience working as a psychologist across a range of settings, including private practice, community health, and within schools. Modalities that Maddison is trained in include CBT, DBT, ACT, and Schema Therapy.
(03) 8203 5398 View (03) 8203 5398
Gigi Tsui I Mindflow Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Doncaster, VIC 3108
Waitlist for new clients
She has a strong interest in supporting and empowering neurodivergent clients, particularly girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals.
Gigi’s practice is culturally sensitive and trauma-informed. She integrates therapeutic approaches such as Schema Therapy and EMDR, with a focus on identifying unmet emotional needs and supporting long-term emotional healing and personal growth.
She has a strong interest in supporting and empowering neurodivergent clients, particularly girls, women, and gender-diverse individuals.
Gigi’s practice is culturally sensitive and trauma-informed. She integrates therapeutic approaches such as Schema Therapy and EMDR, with a focus on identifying unmet emotional needs and supporting long-term emotional healing and personal growth.
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Autism Therapists
What is the most effective treatment for autism?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) has come to be considered the standard treatment for children with autism spectrum disorder, and research has confirmed its effectiveness for many children. Therapists trained in ABA techniques work with children (and their parents) on developing social skills, communication and learning abilities, and everyday habits of hygiene and grooming. The clinician will tailor their program to the child’s particular need but the overarching goal will be to help them advance as far as possible toward independence based on their level of symptoms and decrease the need for additional special services. Families should seek a mental health professional specifically trained in ABA, and holding special certification in the technique, who has extensive experience not only with the approach but in using it with children with the same level of symptoms as the child who needs care.

How does ABA work?
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) sessions, which typically focus on positive reinforcement, can be intensive, lasting two or more hours several times a week, and continuing for two years or more. Therapists can also be expected to ask parents to take an active role in reinforcing lessons. Research has found that the technique can lead to major improvements that decrease the need for additional special services.

How does treatment for autism work?
Therapy sessions based on Applied Behavior Analysis will likely be frequent, intensive, and highly structured. After a thorough assessment, a therapist will help a child understand and develop skills in a range of areas, including communication, motor skills, social skills, self-care, play, and academic skills, as well as routines of daily living like hygiene. Typically, the therapist will help a child break down the components of a behavior—often referred to as the antecedent (what prompts an action), the behavior, and the consequence(what immediately follows)—and then reward the child at every step, while also asking parents to reinforce the lessons, and the rewards, throughout the day. This core therapy may be supplemented by occupational or speech therapy, and antidepressants, antipsychotics, and anticonvulsants may be prescribed to address specific severe symptoms.

How long does therapy for autism take?
Some people with autism spectrum disorder may be engaged in some level of therapy for many years, but research shows that treatment will be most effective if it is begun early and delivered intensively. When therapy begins by age 3, children tend to be better able to grasp and adopt the skills needed to manage everyday life, including attending school and establishing social relationships. This type of early-intervention treatment regimen is highly structured, typically involving 20 to 40 hours of one-on-one therapy per week, along with additional hours of engagement managed by parents, for a period of two years or more, although the duration of treatment is dependent on the child’s level of symptoms and pace of progress.