Psychology at Spectrum Services

Our team provides a comprehensive range of psychological services. Each service is tailored to the individual’s goals, promoting greater independence, self-understanding, and meaningful participation in daily life.

Therapy

Assessment

In-Clinic

Home Visits

Telehealth

School Based

Onsite Employment

Community

Assessments

An autism assessment provides a comprehensive understanding of an individual’s social communication profile, behavioural patterns, sensory processing, and developmental history. We use gold-standard tools such as the ADOS-2, SRS-2, ASRS and parent interviews to identify characteristics consistent with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and to guide personalised supports across home, school, and community settings.
An ADHD assessment explores attention, focus, organisation, and impulse control across settings. Using standardised measures such as the Conners 4, teacher and parent questionnaires, the DIVA and a clinical interview, we identify whether symptoms meet criteria for Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder and provide tailored recommendations for learning, work, and emotional wellbeing.
A cognitive (IQ) assessment measures areas such as reasoning, working memory, processing speed, and problem-solving ability. Using tools like the WISC-V, WAIS-IV or Stanford Binet, we help identify strengths, learning styles, and areas requiring support. Results are often used to inform educational planning, workplace adjustments, or diagnostic clarification for developmental conditions.
A psychoeducational assessment evaluates the relationship between a person’s cognitive ability and academic achievement. It provides insight into how an individual learns, identifies learning disorders, and supports targeted teaching and intervention planning. Assessments typically include the WISC-V and WIAT-III, along with detailed recommendations for schools and parents.

Adaptive functioning assessments measure how well a person manages everyday tasks such as communication, self-care, social participation, and independence. Using standardised tools such as the Vineland-3, ABAS-3, and/or WHO-DAS 2.0, we identify practical strengths and challenges that help inform NDIS funding, support plans, and therapy goals.
This assessment explores how an individual understands and uses social language, gestures, and nonverbal cues. It may include tools such as the CCC-2, CELF-5 Pragmatics Profile, or observational measures, providing valuable information about pragmatic language, conversation skills, and peer interaction to guide therapy and classroom supports.
These assessments examine an individual’s emotional wellbeing, coping skills, and mental health profile. Using clinical interviews, behaviour rating scales, and evidence-based screening tools, we assess areas such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and emotional regulation. Findings help tailor psychological support and identify the most effective therapeutic approaches.

Therapy

Our psychologists use evidence-based approaches to support neurodivergent individuals in ways that honour their strengths and lived experiences.

Here’s how we can support you:

We support individuals to better understand their emotions, notice what might trigger them, and explore personalised ways to feel more balanced. This work is grounded in self-awareness and self-compassion.
We help individuals build connections and navigate social situations in a way that feels natural and authentic for them. We support each person’s own style of communication and help build confidence in relationships that matter to them.
For individuals who find school attendance hard, we offer gentle, respectful support. We work with families and schools to understand the deeper reasons behind school refusal or distress, and create compassionate plans that help the student feel safe and heard.
We understand that traditional approaches often don’t work for people with a PDA profile. We use low-demand, relationship-first strategies that respect autonomy, reduce anxiety, and support choice and collaboration.

Many neurodivergent people experience anxiety, depression, or trauma. We recognise how these experiences interact with neurodivergence and offer support that validates and honours the whole person.
We support individuals in exploring their neurodivergent identity, figuring out what works for them, and learning how to confidently communicate their needs.
We help individuals set goals that matter to them, navigate study or work environments, and advocate for accommodations. Whether it’s planning the next step or making a current setting more manageable, we’re here for the journey.
We guide individuals and families through the NDIS process, whether it’s applying, understanding funding, or preparing for reviews. Our team is here to make things feel a little less overwhelming.