🧩 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 Outer Eastern Melbourne (311)

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Exercise Thought - Lilydale ft. Aussie Physiotherapist Sam SukeNDIS Registered
116 Main Street Service Rd, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (430 reviews)
(03) 9737 6665  Visit website →
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Bright Plan Management - NDIS Plan ManagementNDIS Registered
181 Bay Street appointment only, Brighton VIC 3186, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (463 reviews)
1800 911 199  Visit website →
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Personalised Support Services - Dandenong NDIS Disability Services | Support Worker | Accommodation | Support CoordinationNDIS Registered
294 Thomas St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (369 reviews)
1300 687 777  Visit website →
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Independent Ability CareNDIS Registered
104 Walker St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (241 reviews)
1300 595 949  Visit website →
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Total Health ChoiceNDIS Registered
Suite 1/2-6 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern VIC 3144, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (214 reviews)
1800 847 847  Visit website →
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Physica RingwoodNDIS Registered
25 Wantirna Rd, Ringwood VIC 3134, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (210 reviews)
(03) 9870 8193  Visit website →
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Eastern Health MaroondahNDIS Registered
1/15 Davey Dr, Ringwood East VIC 3135, Australia
★★★ 3.1 (477 reviews)
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OnSideNDIS Registered
Apartment 205/991 Whitehorse Rd, Box Hill VIC 3128, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (190 reviews)
1800 322 522  Visit website →
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Active Sports & Spinal PhysiotherapyNDIS Registered
351 Main St, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (137 reviews)
(03) 9735 7733  Visit website →
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Croydon Physiotherapy Clinic & Sports Injury CentreNDIS Registered
162 Mt Dandenong Rd, Croydon VIC 3136, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (119 reviews)
(03) 9723 2048  Visit website →
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myAutonomy Plan ManagementNDIS Registered
117 Moray St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (131 reviews)
1300 603 389  Visit website →
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Blossom Community CareNDIS Registered
Unit 6/161-165 Railway Ave, Laverton VIC 3028, Australia
★★★★ 4.6 (110 reviews)
(03) 8007 2000  Visit website →
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DoAbilityNDIS Registered
2/181 Rosamond Rd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032, Australia
★★★★ 4 (127 reviews)
1300 122 355  Visit website →
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Permalink Support ServicesNDIS Registered
164 Rosebank Ave, Clayton South VIC 3169, Australia
★★★★ 4.9 (78 reviews)
1300 737 625  Visit website →
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Statewide Home Health CareNDIS Registered
909 Nepean Hwy, Bentleigh VIC 3204, Australia
★★★★ 4.7 (77 reviews)
(03) 9591 6234  Visit website →
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MOIRANDIS Registered
Caribbean Park, Level 3/42 Lakeview Dr, Scoresby VIC 3179, Australia
★★★★ 4.1 (99 reviews)
(03) 8552 2222  Visit website →
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Action Rehab Hand Therapy - Ringwood EastNDIS Registered
Suite 8/26 Grey St, Ringwood East VIC 3134, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (61 reviews)
1300 762 227  Visit website →
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The Mobility StoreNDIS Registered
Shop 2/214-218 Whitehorse Rd, Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia
★★★★ 4.2 (82 reviews)
(03) 9894 2405  Visit website →
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Lilydale Physio & Sports MedicineNDIS Registered
Unit 3/5-7 Clarke St, Lilydale VIC 3140, Australia
★★★★★ 5 (56 reviews)
(03) 8799 5044  Visit website →
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Mobility Aids AustraliaNDIS Registered
1/820 Princes Hwy, Springvale VIC 3171, Australia
★★★ 3.8 (96 reviews)
1800 625 530  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 Outer Eastern Melbourne?

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 Outer Eastern Melbourne?

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 Outer Eastern Melbourne and find alternatives.

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