🧩 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 Barwon (141)

FP
Forefront Physiotherapy GeelongNDIS Registered
137 Yarra St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (249 reviews)
(03) 4227 2990  Visit website →
TM
The McKellar CentreNDIS Registered
45-95 Ballarat Rd, North Geelong VIC 3215, Australia
★★★★ 4.3 (276 reviews)
(03) 4215 5200  Visit website →
BS
Barwon Sports PhysiotherapyNDIS Registered
30 Bellerine St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (181 reviews)
(03) 5278 1121  Visit website →
BH
Barwon HealthNDIS Registered
Bellerine St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★ 3.2 (359 reviews)
(03) 4215 0000  Visit website →
TI
The Injury ClinicNDIS Registered
100 Fyans St, South Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (140 reviews)
(03) 5229 3911  Visit website →
AI
All in One Support ServicesNDIS Registered
185 Moorabool St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (75 reviews)
(03) 5292 2799  Visit website →
GT
Geelong Taxi NetworkNDIS Registered
10 Roseneath St, North Geelong VIC 3215, Australia
★★ 2.6 (216 reviews)
13 10 08  Visit website →
A-
Aidacare - Mobility & Healthcare EquipmentNDIS Registered
38-42 Mercer St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★ 4.2 (78 reviews)
(03) 5223 2263  Visit website →
DA
Destination AccessibleNDIS Registered
1 Malop St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (53 reviews)
0403 515 605  Visit website →
LH
Latrobe Health CentreNDIS Registered
291 Latrobe Terrace, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (45 reviews)
(03) 5222 6868  Visit website →
BH
Barwon Health NorthNDIS Registered
155 Princes Hwy, Norlane VIC 3214, Australia
★★★ 3.6 (80 reviews)
(03) 4215 8000  Visit website →
GN
Geelong Neuro CentreNDIS Registered
79 High St, Belmont VIC 3216, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (45 reviews)
(03) 4245 1191  Visit website →
IL
Independent Living Specialists (ILS) - Geelong ShowroomNDIS Registered
6/21-31 The Blvd, Norlane VIC 3214, Australia
★★★★ 4.5 (38 reviews)
(03) 7031 6278  Visit website →
CB
Corio Bay Hand TherapyNDIS Registered
103 Corio St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (27 reviews)
(03) 5221 8822  Visit website →
GS
Gateways Support ServicesNDIS Registered
12-14 Thompson Rd, North Geelong VIC 3215, Australia
★★★★ 4.1 (35 reviews)
(03) 5221 2984  Visit website →
BS
Barwon Soft Tissue TherapiesNDIS Registered
44 W Fyans St, Newtown VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (22 reviews)
(03) 5222 8001  Visit website →
WC
White Cross Healthcare SolutionsNDIS Registered
143 Fyans St, South Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★ 4.2 (30 reviews)
(03) 5222 6666  Visit website →
CH
C. Home and Community Care - Registered NDIS Service Provider | NDIS Support Worker | Respite Care | Disability AccommodationNDIS Registered
Entrance, C5 Level 1/5 Main St, Point Cook VIC 3030, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (21 reviews)
0424 180 636  Visit website →
GR
Geelong Rehabilitation CentreNDIS Registered
1B/110-122 High St, Belmont VIC 3219, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (19 reviews)
(03) 5248 7079  Visit website →
FF
Function Focus Allied HealthNDIS Registered
Suite 1/128 Yarra St, Geelong VIC 3220, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (18 reviews)
0461 330 690  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 Barwon?

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 Barwon?

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 Barwon and find alternatives.

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