by cairnsfamilyther | Sep 16, 2025 | ADHD, Assessments, Autism, Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, NDIS, Parent Education, Specific learning difficulties, Uncategorized
A Cognitive Assessment using instruments like the WISC-V (Wechsler Intelligence Scale for Children, Fifth Edition) or the WAIS-IV (Wechsler Adult Intelligence Scale, Fourth Edition) is a crucial part of investigating Specific Learning Difficulties (SLDs). These...
by cairnsfamilyther | Jun 5, 2025 | Assessments, NDIS, Uncategorized
What Is a Psychological or Psychosocial Functional Capacity Assessment? A psychosocial FCA is a structured evaluation of how a person’s mental health condition or psychosocial disability impacts their ability to perform daily activities. Unlike generic assessments, it...
by cairnsfamilyther | Jun 5, 2025 | ADHD, Assessments, Autism, NDIS, Uncategorized
Cairns Psychological Assessment The Importance of Quality Assessments for ADHD and Autism In today’s world, awareness and understanding of neurodevelopmental conditions like Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) have grown...
by cairnsfamilyther | Mar 5, 2024 | ADHD, ADHD Coaching, Anxiety Stress & Worry, Behaviour Support, Counselling, Emotion Coaching, Parent Education
ADHD Practical Strategies and ongoing support So you have a diagnosis, what’s next? Managing challenges that come with ADHD and ongoing support is critical for self-esteem and confidence. ADHD’ers often report that they struggle to “fit...
by cairnsfamilyther | Feb 21, 2024 | ADHD, Assessments, Autism, Behaviour Support, NDIS, Uncategorized
I have been told we cannot use the NDIS funds for Psychological support under therapeutic supports – is this correct? No it is not correct. Some participants are reporting that they must go to a GP and get a Mental Health Care plan and use this first for...
