🧩 34% of NDIS participants — Autism is the most common primary disability among NDIS participants, representing approximately 34% of all active participants — over 250,000 Australians.

About Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects how people perceive, interact with, and experience the world. It can impact communication, social interaction, sensory processing, and behaviour. Under the NDIS, autistic participants can access a wide range of supports tailored to their individual needs and goals.

Key NDIS supports for autism

Common NDIS-funded supports for autistic participants include speech pathology for communication development, occupational therapy for sensory processing and daily living skills, psychology for mental health and social skills, behaviour support for positive strategies, and support workers for daily living and community access.

Psychology Occupational therapy Speech pathology Behaviour support Support worker Support coordination

Autism providers in Hunter New England (152)

HR
Hunter Rehabilitation and Health - Exercise PhysiologyNDIS Registered
Unit 5/57 Crescent Rd, Waratah NSW 2298, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (140 reviews)
(02) 4016 4446  Visit website →
HD
Happy DotsNDIS Registered
2/342-346 Main Rd, Cardiff NSW 2285, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (73 reviews)
(02) 4959 8920  Visit website →
ES
EDUCARE Speech Pathology, Psychology and Behavioural SupportNDIS Registered
Level 3, Sky Central West, 28-38 Smart St, Charlestown NSW 2290, Australia
★★★★ 4.4 (78 reviews)
(02) 4943 4444  Visit website →
MP
My Plan SupportNDIS Registered
7/1 Jacaranda Ave, Raymond Terrace NSW 2324, Australia
★★★★ 4.4 (75 reviews)
(02) 9161 3900  Visit website →
HP
Hunter Primary CareNDIS Registered
7 Warabrook Blvd, Warabrook NSW 2304, Australia
★★★★ 4.4 (68 reviews)
(02) 4925 2259  Visit website →
HF
Hunter Functional Health | Sports Chiropractic, Paediatric Occupational Therapy, Shockwave TherapyNDIS Registered
Unit 5/166 Hannell St, Maryville NSW 2293, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (52 reviews)
0466 074 208  Visit website →
CT
Community TherapyNDIS Registered
3/2 Frost Dr, Mayfield West NSW 2304, Australia
★★★★ 4.8 (54 reviews)
1300 031 935  Visit website →
HC
Hunter Care GroupNDIS Registered
196 Hannell St, Maryville NSW 2293, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (58 reviews)
(02) 4950 2269  Visit website →
CA
Care Alliance Disability Support & PsychologyNDIS Registered
Care Alliance Disability Support & Psychology The Place Corner Frederick &, Pearson St, Charlestown NSW 2290, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (51 reviews)
1300 206 309  Visit website →
M
MidsupportNDIS Registered
2/8 Firebrick Dr, Thornton NSW 2322, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (47 reviews)
(02) 4966 5806  Visit website →
IM
Independent Mobility & RehabNDIS Registered
144 Lambton Rd, Broadmeadow NSW 2292, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (39 reviews)
(02) 4952 2264  Visit website →
LM
Local MobilityNDIS Registered
365 Main Rd, Cardiff NSW 2285, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (42 reviews)
(02) 4956 9993  Visit website →
NP
NewPsych PsychologistsNDIS Registered
Levels 2 & 4, 77 Hunter Street, access on, Bolton St, Newcastle NSW 2300, Australia
★★★★ 4 (55 reviews)
(02) 4926 5005  Visit website →
YM
Your MobilityNDIS Registered
12 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (33 reviews)
(02) 4990 9320  Visit website →
SH
Solid Holistic CareNDIS Registered
Unit 9/7 Pambalong Dr, Mayfield West NSW 2304, Australia
★★★★ 4.3 (39 reviews)
(02) 4044 1982  Visit website →
HC
Hunter Coast TherapyNDIS Registered
6/10 William St, Adamstown NSW 2289, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (29 reviews)
(02) 4072 1403  Visit website →
HA
Hunter Appliances and MobilityNDIS Registered
12 Vincent St, Cessnock NSW 2325, Australia
★★★★ 4.5 (33 reviews)
(02) 4990 9320  Visit website →
PL
Pure Living Accommodation & CareNDIS Registered
Cessnock Rd, Gillieston Heights NSW 2321, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (31 reviews)
0429 051 238  Visit website →
CA
Cullen and Co Health ServicesNDIS Registered
Unit 2/70-72 Orlando Rd, Lambton NSW 2299, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (26 reviews)
0480 564 474  Visit website →
A-
Aidacare - Mobility & Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
365 Main Rd, Cardiff NSW 2285, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (30 reviews)
(02) 4956 9993  Visit website →

Choosing a autism provider

When choosing providers for autism support, look for practitioners with specific autism experience and training, a neurodiversity-affirming approach, understanding of sensory needs, willingness to collaborate with your wider support team, and flexibility to work in settings that suit the participant (home, school, clinic, or community).

💡 NDIS plan tips for autism

Autistic participants often benefit from a combination of therapy supports (Capacity Building) and daily living assistance (Core). Early intervention funding is available for children aged 0–9. Many participants find that having a support coordinator helps navigate the system and connect with autism-specialist providers.

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Frequently asked questions

What NDIS support is available for autism in Hunter New England?

Common NDIS-funded supports for autistic participants include speech pathology for communication development, occupational therapy for sensory processing and daily living skills, psychology for mental health and social skills, behaviour support for positive strategies, and support workers for daily living and community access.

How do I find a good autism provider in Hunter New England?

When choosing providers for autism support, look for practitioners with specific autism experience and training, a neurodiversity-affirming approach, understanding of sensory needs, willingness to collaborate with your wider support team, and flexibility to work in settings that suit the participant (home, school, clinic, or community).

What should my NDIS plan include for autism?

Autistic participants often benefit from a combination of therapy supports (Capacity Building) and daily living assistance (Core). Early intervention funding is available for children aged 0–9. Many participants find that having a support coordinator helps navigate the system and connect with autism-specialist providers.

Can I change my autism providers?

Yes — you have full choice and control over your providers under the NDIS. You can change providers at any time, subject to any service agreements in place. ProviderScout makes it easy to compare autism providers in Hunter New England and find alternatives.

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