Sensory and interest based autism assessments that meet kids where they're at.
Autism Assessments
Autism assessments with Nat are an exploration of the authentic self, grounded in the belief that all neurotypes are worthy, valid and bring meaning to our neurodiverse world.
As an AuDHDer* herself, Nat understands that autism is often internalised and can present in ways that differ from mainstream stereotypes. She is experienced at recognising high-masking
presentations that are often misunderstood or missed, and strives to create a process where clients feel deeply seen, heard, and supported.
*AuDHD - Autistic+ADHD
Are you noticing differences in your child's experience, but those differences don't sit with the deficits you've been taught to associate with autism? Perhaps you're wondering whether to pursue an assessment, what a diagnosis might mean for your child, or how (or if) to share that diagnosis with them.
This collection of articles is an invitation to stay curious and gently reshape some of the myths about autism that many of us inherited. Together, they aim to guide you from uncertainty to understanding, leaving you with growing confidence to support your child in building a strong sense of self, grounded in self-knowledge and self-love.
Meet Nat (she/her)
As an AuDHD person, and mum to my own beautiful AuDHD daughters, I have lived experience of that crazy, beautiful ride that is life as a neurodivergent human. I followed my SpIns* and used the power of monotropism* to complete a Bachelor of Education + Master of Speech Pathology. I've thoroughly enjoyed 20+ years of celebrating and supporting neurodivergent people in education and therapy settings.
I am a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist and member of Speech Pathology Australia and the WA Autism Diagnosticians’ Forum (WAADF), with additional training and experience in neurodiversity-affirming autism assessment, including training in the administration of the MIGDAS-2.
I believe that all neurotypes are beautiful and am working towards co-creating a world that values and celebrates different ways of communicating, thinking and being.
*SpIn - Special Interest
*Monotropism - A flow state that allows sustained focus and attention t something of interest, without distraction.
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Interested in learning more about neuro-affirming autism assessment and therapy? Check out the blog posts below.
The Neurodiverse Classroom podcast
Tune in as Nat explores a brain based approach to supporting all neurotypes in the classroom!
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Come say hi on Instagram, where Nat shares bright, colourful and helpful graphics about all things neurodiversity affirming!
