🧩 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 Rockhampton (108)

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Discovery Parks - RockhamptonNDIS Registered
394 Yaamba Rd, Norman Gardens QLD 4701, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.2 (919 reviews)
(07) 4926 3822  Visit website β†’
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Southside Holiday VillageNDIS Registered
283 Lower Dawson Rd, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (837 reviews)
(07) 4927 3013  Visit website β†’
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Health First RockhamptonNDIS Registered
438 Dean St, Frenchville QLD 4701, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (501 reviews)
(07) 4928 7747  Visit website β†’
RS
Rockhampton Serviced ApartmentsNDIS Registered
128 Denham St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.7 (261 reviews)
(07) 4922 9222  Visit website β†’
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The Edge Apartment HotelNDIS Registered
102 Victoria Parade, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.3 (298 reviews)
(07) 4930 1000  Visit website β†’
MI
Movement Improvement RockhamptonNDIS Registered
140 William St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (112 reviews)
0405 656 683  Visit website β†’
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Independent Support ManagementNDIS Registered
141 East St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (99 reviews)
1800 954 559  Visit website β†’
EH
Entirely Health Rockhampton (previously CQ Physio)NDIS Registered
1 Kent St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (107 reviews)
(07) 4922 2722  Visit website β†’
VH
Vector Health RockhamptonNDIS Registered
102 William St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (77 reviews)
(07) 4927 8190  Visit website β†’
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Department of Transport and Main Roads Customer Service Centre RockhamptonNDIS Registered
31 Knight St, Rockhampton QLD 4701, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4 (106 reviews)
13 23 80  Visit website β†’
B&
Black & White CabsNDIS Registered
93 Denham St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜… 2.9 (116 reviews)
13 32 22  Visit website β†’
DL
Denham LodgeNDIS Registered
62 Denham St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (35 reviews)
(07) 4922 4424  Visit website β†’
CC
Cancer Council Queensland - Central Queensland Cancer Support CentreNDIS Registered
43 Upper Dawson Rd, Allenstown QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (22 reviews)
(07) 4932 8600  Visit website β†’
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The Rockhampton Exercise Physiology Service (REPS)NDIS Registered
Shop 1/99 Musgrave St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (18 reviews)
0468 437 377  Visit website β†’
MH
Maximise HealthNDIS Registered
299 Richardson Rd, Kawana QLD 4701, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (17 reviews)
(07) 4882 0120  Visit website β†’
C/
CatholicCare / Family Relationship Centre RockhamptonNDIS Registered
16 Bolsover St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.6 (26 reviews)
1300 523 985  Visit website β†’
CQ
Carers Queensland Rockhampton LACNDIS Registered
Level 2/39 East St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.1 (19 reviews)
(07) 4994 1600  Visit website β†’
HS
Home Support AssociationNDIS Registered
19 Cavell St, Rockhampton QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (15 reviews)
(07) 4931 8300  Visit website β†’
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Activate HealthNDIS Registered
5/287 Richardson Rd, Kawana QLD 4701, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (12 reviews)
(07) 4922 1540  Visit website β†’
EH
Eventide Home RockhamptonNDIS Registered
97 Campbell St, Wandal QLD 4700, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (14 reviews)
(07) 4920 6800  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 Rockhampton?

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 Rockhampton?

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 Rockhampton and find alternatives.

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