🧩 34% of NDIS participants — Autism is the most common primary disability among NDIS participants, representing approximately 34% of all active participants β€” 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 Northern NSW (142)

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Physio Plus - Physiotherapist LismoreNDIS Registered
146 Laurel Ave, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (113 reviews)
(02) 6621 8606  Visit website β†’
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Optimum Allied Health - Ballina Physio and Occupational TherapyNDIS Registered
Shop 2-3/92 Tamar St, Ballina NSW 2478, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (110 reviews)
(02) 6686 4555  Visit website β†’
LB
Lismore Base HospitalNDIS Registered
60 Uralba St, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.4 (215 reviews)
(02) 6624 0200  Visit website β†’
AM
Active Mobility - SydneyNDIS Registered
Unit 8/110-120 Silverwater Rd, Silverwater NSW 2128, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.2 (136 reviews)
(02) 9649 2111  Visit website β†’
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Lakeside Lodge MotelNDIS Registered
100 Bruxner Hwy, South Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4 (126 reviews)
(02) 6621 7376  Visit website β†’
LH
Lennox Head PhysiotherapyNDIS Registered
48 Ballina Street, enter/off Park Ln, Lennox Head NSW 2478, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (79 reviews)
(02) 6687 6124  Visit website β†’
AH
Aidacare Head Office - Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
Mfive Industry Park, Building 3A/1 Moorebank Ave, Moorebank NSW 2170, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.3 (89 reviews)
(02) 8706 2300  Visit website β†’
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Independent Living Specialists (ILS) - Ballina ShowroomNDIS Registered
44 Bangalow Rd, Ballina NSW 2478, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.7 (60 reviews)
(02) 6686 7570  Visit website β†’
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Northern Rivers Community Gateway LismoreNDIS Registered
76 Carrington St, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (43 reviews)
(02) 6621 7397  Visit website β†’
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Service NSWNDIS Registered
152 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.2 (71 reviews)
13 77 88  Visit website β†’
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Aidacare - Mobility & Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
117/119 Princes Hwy, Sylvania NSW 2224, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.3 (39 reviews)
(02) 9520 1866  Visit website β†’
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East Coast Care ConnectNDIS Registered
Apt 1/90-92 Ballina St, Lennox Head NSW 2478, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (29 reviews)
1300 411 868  Visit website β†’
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Adjustacare Pty LtdNDIS Registered
1/395 Hillsborough Rd, Warners Bay NSW 2282, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (25 reviews)
(02) 4017 2626  Visit website β†’
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Aidacare - Mobility & Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
18 Endeavour Cl, Ballina NSW 2478, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (23 reviews)
(02) 6686 6644  Visit website β†’
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Northern Rivers BuslinesNDIS Registered
76 Military Rd, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.1 (42 reviews)
(02) 6626 1499  Visit website β†’
AO
Abundance Occupational TherapyNDIS Registered
56 Caloola Dr, Tweed Heads NSW 2485, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (16 reviews)
0432 388 857  Visit website β†’
TC
The Community Transport CompanyNDIS Registered
23 Newcastle Dr, Toormina NSW 2452, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (17 reviews)
1300 812 504  Visit website β†’
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Aidacare - Mobility & Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
1323 Pacific Hwy, Turramurra NSW 2074, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (16 reviews)
(02) 9983 9100  Visit website β†’
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REDincNDIS Registered
Level 2/105 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.1 (22 reviews)
(02) 6622 3400  Visit website β†’
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Social FuturesNDIS Registered
Suite 6, Level 1/29 Molesworth St, Lismore NSW 2480, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.9 (23 reviews)
1800 719 625  Visit website β†’

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).

πŸ’‘ 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 Northern NSW?

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 Northern NSW?

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 β€” 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 Northern NSW and find alternatives.

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