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 | 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 | 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...
by cairnsfamilyther | Feb 15, 2021 | Autism, Behaviour Support, Counselling
How therapy can help with Autism If you or someone you love has been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), you may wonder what kind of treatments are available and how they can help. ASD is a developmental disorder that affects how people communicate,...
