Therapy services For Adults
Our therapists and clinicians work with the person with Autism and their family to:
- Support emotional and physical wellbeing;
- Promote the development of networks and relationships;
- Build skills;
- Develop independence; and
- Increase participation at home and in the community.
We are an endorsed service provider for the Department of Communities – Disability Services (previously Disability Services Commission) and a registered provider of therapy services for the National Disability Insurance Scheme through both NDIS My Way and the NDIA.
Introduction to the team
Our highly skilled and dedicated team is committed to providing quality outcomes for people with Autism and their families. All team members take part in extensive and ongoing professional development and keep up to date with the very best in service delivery for people with Autism.
The team includes:
- Occupational therapists;
- Speech pathologists;
- Clinical psychologists; and
- Psychologists.
How we work with you
The person with Autism is at the centre of everything we do. We work side-by-side with the person with Autism, their family and other supporters. Our services are provided in a range of natural environments including home, education, employment and recreation settings.
Our trans-disciplinary team approach ensures that each individual team member can draw on the strengths of therapists from different professional backgrounds to create a service that is tailored to each individual’s needs and aspirations.
One team member will be the key contact for the person with Autism and their family and will be responsible for achieving a coordinated approach to the therapy services provided.
Individual Therapy Services
Individualised services we provide for adults with Autism include:
- Specialist assessment of skills, strengths and needs;
- Building skills for independence and participation in the community;
- Building skills for independence and participation at home including self-care, meal preparation and budgeting;
- Supporting social skills to increase understanding of the social world and develop new skills for engaging with others;
- Developing communication skills;
- Specialist communication assessment for assistive technology e.g. iPad and other communication devices;
- Positive Behaviour Support to build skills and reduce behavioural difficulties that may result from anxiety, frustration or communication difficulties – click here for more information about our Positive Behaviour Support Program.
- Building skills to increase confidence and regulate emotions;
- Planning for life transitions e.g. school to adult life, family home to independent or supported accommodation;
- Equipment prescription and home modifications; and
- Providing specialist expertise and mentoring to support staff.
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