Autism Spectrum Disorder is a lifelong neurological condition that affects the behaviour and communication of a person. Individuals with Autism face ongoing challenges involving social interaction, emotion regulation and behaviours. The effects and severity of symptoms are unique in each person; therefore, autism is described as a ‘spectrum’.
What is autism spectrum disorder?
What are the autism symptoms & signs
Symptoms and severity are different across children with autism. Some common autism signs and symptoms are:
Some Areas Affected By Autism
Autism spectrum disorder: seeing the ‘big picture’
Autism is a lifelong disorder. Therefore, our treatment approach is focused on helping the child and the family to find ways to improve skills, improve coping and utilise the child’s strengths to optimise their quality of life. This often involves working with third parties involved in your child’s world such as medical professionals, schools or other Allied Health Practitioners, to ensure that we are working together towards the best outcome for your family. If your child has NDIS funding and is either self or plan managed you can use this funding towards their treatment with us. We look forward to supporting you and your family.
how autism affects development
how autism affects development
Skills are developed in a different way and order, taking them longer to learn certain tasks and skills.
how autism affects attention
how autism affects attention
Individuals with autism can find it extremely hard to focus on things that they don’t have interest in.
how autism affects interaction
how autism affects interaction
Autism makes it difficult to interact and understand people’s emotions, keep eye contact, or understand social cues.
Treatment for Autism
Seeing a psychologist
Psychologists are highly trained professionals, treating a variety of developmental issues, including autism. If you are concerned about your child’s development we may be able to help. If you are referred to us by your GP, you might be eligible for a Medicare rebate. Ask us or GP for details.
Get in touch with us today and find out more about our autism treatments.
Services
Depression
Depression
It is important to make the distinction between unhappiness at a given time and the symptoms associated with depressive disorders.
Low self-esteem
Low self-esteem
Self-esteem plays a vital role in a person’s emotional life: how we feel about ourselves, our bodies, our worth, and our relationships.
Childhood Complex Trauma
Emotion Dysregulation
Relationship Issues
Abuse
Self-Esteem Issues
Anger Management
Anxiety Disorders
Communication Skills
Depression and Low Mood
Difficult Life Transitions
Parenting Support
Post-traumatic Stress Disorder