Neurodiversity-affirming
perinatal therapy and
autism assessment
For adults planning a pregnancy, pregnant, or parenting in the early years, and for any adult wondering about their neurotype.
You Might Be Here Because...
✓ Pregnancy or parenthood has been harder than you expected.
✓ Your birth experience is still with you, and not in the way you wished.
✓ You’re pregnant or planning and want support before, during, or after.
✓ You want care that doesn’t expect you to fit someone else’s mould.
✓ You're exhausted and the usual advice isn't fitting you.
✓ You've suspected you're autistic for years and becoming a parent brought it into focus.
✓ You've had dismissive experiences when sharing your concerns previously.
✓ You want an experience that feels validating, warm and welcoming; not cold and clinical.
Why work with me?
I'm Sarah, an Autistic ADHD perinatal psychologist (PSY0001942702) with a Special Interest in affirming adult psychology.
✓ I bring clinical knowledge and lived experience to every appointment.
✓ I aim for an approach that is compassionate, trauma-aware, and affirming.
✓ I work with people of all genders, including trans, non-binary, and gender-diverse folks.
✓ I work with parents and those planning parenthood for therapy, but welcome all adults to autism assessments and consultations.
✓ Babies are welcome at appointments
✓ Regular presenter for national organisations (Australian Childhood Foundation, Yellow Ladybugs, Australian College of Midwives)
Three Ways to work with me:
1. Individual Perinatal Therapy
✓ 50-minute sessions, in person Fridays 10am–4pm (AWST) at Blossoming Bump Midwifery Clinic, Byford WA
✓ For conception through to 3 years postpartum
✓ EMDR, parts work, attachment-informed approaches
✓ $230 per session
✓ Medicare rebates available with a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan referral & private health accepted
✓ NDIS Self and Plan Managed clients accepted
✓ AHPRA registration: PSY0001942702
✓ 10+ years experience as a psychologist in Australia
✓ Member of Centre for Perinatal Psychology, League of Autistic Psychologists and Affirming Colleagues, AAPI, AAIMH
✓ I'm not a clinical psychologist. My diagnostic letters are co-signed by a clinical psychologist when needed for specific disability service applications.
A few FAQs
Do I need a referral for therapy? You can book directly. If you’d like a Medicare rebate, you’ll need a GP Mental Health Treatment Plan referral.
Do I need a referral for an autism assessment? No.
Can I bring my baby? Yes. Babies are welcome at appointments.
How long until I get my results? Your feedback session is scheduled 2-4 weeks after your assessment, where I'll provide your diagnostic letter. Comprehensive functional reports may take additional time.
Will my report be accepted for NDIS? I'm not a clinical psychologist, so my letters alone may not be sufficient for NDIS. I offer comprehensive functional reports and can arrange co-signing with a clinical psychologist. Best to discuss your specific situation.
What if I'm not autistic? That's okay. The assessment process still provides valuable insights about yourself, and we can explore other explanations for your experiences.
Do you work with gender diverse folks? Yes. My practice aims to be gender-affirming and I understand the research showing significant overlap between autism and gender diversity. As a cis person, I approach this work with humility and ongoing learning. I won't pathologise your gender identity while assessing for autism.
Can I bring a support person? Yes, if that helps you feel more comfortable during the assessment.
![Website update 🎉
I've rebuilt my website over the past few weeks, during nap times, late nights when the kids were asleep.
Because I wanted it to reflect the growth and refinement in my process since the beginning of the year. A focus on the affirming autism assessments, not leaving behind the perinatal lens. I've grown so fond of the real conversations as clinical tools instead of cold clinical questions.
As a working parent doing this work I love, I wanted a site that matched my intent and values. A website that shows up for the people who need it, just like I try to do.
(I also lowered my prices because the market is saturated and I'd rather do this work I love than have empty bookings. So I changed my process so that could happen too. ❤️)
Head to the link in bio to see what I've been building.
Current pricing:
💫 Neurotype Exploration: $300
🎧 Autism Assessment: $1350
📋 NDIS Support Letter: approx $300 [outcomes NOT guaranteed]
Telehealth Fridays & Mondays (AWST).
Appointments available within weeks. #actuallyautistic #NeurodiversityAffirmingTherapist
#AutismAssessment #WorkingParent #NeurodiversityAffirming #BuiltWithLove](https://scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com/v/t51.82787-15/562682316_17978169647920286_1731751289041019007_n.jpg?stp=dst-jpg_e35_tt6&_nc_cat=102&ccb=7-5&_nc_sid=18de74&efg=eyJlZmdfdGFnIjoiQ0FST1VTRUxfSVRFTS5iZXN0X2ltYWdlX3VybGdlbi5DMyJ9&_nc_ohc=hvrq_jayLzIQ7kNvwEulEZG&_nc_oc=AdoFMvIYO0SMs3jEDXf44eaCrCIJ6oYo0S5m-xwpB_cp9AhEaX2HbT_0uHn-gjdjyeM&_nc_zt=23&_nc_ht=scontent-den2-1.cdninstagram.com&edm=ANo9K5cEAAAA&_nc_gid=Yes09GINDTqbXGq0uADKfA&_nc_tpa=Q5bMBQJRrBlKt_euQhWYRrVGJZGKPVp9TZnOjeA0GTfmhB082OJf5kOkMOSzSf0r7Xt_80dgCERwcXla&oh=00_AQM5fU0N0nqaiGYrZz_uy2-eOUfzOGz_7ypQopN0xty3LA&oe=6AD85F8C)
