Autism Support Resources
What is Autism?
A different way of experiencing the world
Autism is a natural and lifelong way of experiencing and interacting with the world. It’s not an illness or something to “fix” — it’s a neurotype, which means the brain processes information, senses, emotions, and social interactions differently. Autistic people might communicate, move, think, or feel in ways that aren’t always expected by the wider world — but these differences are just that: differences, not deficits.
No two Autistic people are the same
There’s no one-size-fits-all version of Autism. Some Autistic people speak, some don’t. Some crave routine, others thrive with flexibility. Everyone has their own strengths, struggles, and needs — and they can change over time. What matters is listening, adapting, and working with the person, not against them.
Support should honour identity, not erase it
Autistic people don’t need to be “fixed.” They deserve support that helps them feel safe, seen, and empowered to be fully themselves. When the world meets them with respect and flexibility, they thrive.
Championing Autistic People
If you have an Autistic person in your life — a child, sibling, partner, friend, or someone you support — you might be wondering how to best show up for them. The good news is, you don’t need to fix or change who they are. You just need the right tools, understanding, and support systems. Here are six areas where Autistic people often benefit from extra support, and where you can play a role in helping them feel safe, understood, and empowered:
Creating routines that actually work
Some Autistic people thrive with structure and predictability, but that doesn’t mean putting in place rigid schedules. Visuals, step-by-step supports, or simple routines can reduce overwhelm and help with daily life, without taking away independence.
Helping with big emotions and stress
Sometimes emotions come on strong, fast, or feel hard to name or explain. You can help by staying calm, giving space, and learning ways to co-regulate or support emotional safety, especially during meltdowns or shutdowns.
Being a buffer against burnout and anxiety
Life can be exhausting when you're constantly masking or misunderstood. Learning how to spot signs of stress or burnout, and helping someone recharge without judgment, is one of the most powerful things you can do.
Understanding communication differences
Whether someone uses speech, gestures, devices, or needs extra time to process, you can support them by being patient, open, and meeting them where they are, not where others expect them to be.
Navigating tricky systems together
From school meetings to NDIS paperwork, systems aren’t always set up with neurodivergent people in mind. You can support by showing up as an advocate, helping organise information, and connecting them with people who “get it.”
How we can help Autistic people
Whole Family Developmental Support →
– Support for daily routines, transitions, and executive functioning
– Visuals, tools, and coaching tailored to Autistic learning styles
– Whole Family support that builds confidence, not pressure
Functional Capacity & Needs Assessments →
– Help to understand your Autistic child or loved one
– Guidance for navigating NDIS, school, and support systems
– Builds a support team that truly gets Autism.
Autism Assessments →
– Clear, respectful assessments for all ages
– Focus on understanding, not labelling
– Practical recommendations you can actually use
Positive Behaviour Support →
– Teach your supports how you best like to be supported
– Builds plans that reduce distress, not mask Autism
– Strategies to support sensory, emotional, and communication needs
Psychology and Mental Health →
– Support for anxiety, overwhelm, and Autistic burnout
– Help to process emotions, identity, and life experiences
– Therapy that respects communication and sensory needs
Regional Intensives →
– Neuroaffirming support, wherever you live
– In-person visits when online isn’t enough
– We meet Autistic people in their space, on their terms
Not sure what’s right for you? Every Autistic person is different. Say G’day to Brooke today and we can work together to see what we can do to support you.
Hear it from real families
“Before we understood what was really going on for J, every day felt like a struggle. Our support workers were doing their best, but nothing seemed to click. It often felt like we were all trying to push J into doing things, and the more we pushed, the more he shut down.
When Brooke and her team explained Autism & PDA to us, it was like someone finally turned the light on. We realised he wasn’t being difficult, he was doing everything he could to feel safe and in control.
With Brooke’s help, our whole approach changed. His support workers stopped trying to force things and started meeting him where he’s at by giving him time, space, and choices.
Now, J’s so much more relaxed. He actually wants to spend time with his workers because they see him for who he is. He laughs more, joins in on his own terms, and doesn’t feel like he has to mask or meet anyone else’s expectations.
It’s been incredible to watch him grow into himself, just by being accepted”
- J’s Mum
*Story and photo shared with permission. Not for reproduction.
Real people. Real experience.
Here for you.
We’re not just professionals — we’re people who get it.
Our team is proudly autistic-led, trauma-informed, and shaped by lived experience. We’ve sat on both sides of the table — as clinicians, as family members, and many of us as neurodivergent individuals ourselves.
We understand that life isn’t always neat or easy, and behaviour support should never feel like a judgement or try to change who you are.