🧩 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 Southern Melbourne (241)

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Independence AustraliaNDIS Registered
1/9 Ashley St, West Footscray VIC 3012, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.4 (512 reviews)
1300 704 456  Visit website β†’
PS
Personalised Support Services - Dandenong NDIS Disability Services | Support Worker | Accommodation | Support CoordinationNDIS Registered
294 Thomas St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (369 reviews)
1300 687 777  Visit website β†’
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Independent Ability CareNDIS Registered
104 Walker St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (241 reviews)
1300 595 949  Visit website β†’
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Total Health ChoiceNDIS Registered
Suite 1/2-6 Glenferrie Rd, Malvern VIC 3144, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (214 reviews)
1800 847 847  Visit website β†’
HB
Healthy Bodies Physiotherapy and Rehabilitation CentreNDIS Registered
159 Centre Dandenong Rd, Cheltenham VIC 3192, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (130 reviews)
(03) 9584 6919  Visit website β†’
MP
myAutonomy Plan ManagementNDIS Registered
117 Moray St, South Melbourne VIC 3205, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.6 (131 reviews)
1300 603 389  Visit website β†’
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DoAbilityNDIS Registered
2/181 Rosamond Rd, Maribyrnong VIC 3032, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4 (127 reviews)
1300 122 355  Visit website β†’
PS
Permalink Support ServicesNDIS Registered
164 Rosebank Ave, Clayton South VIC 3169, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (78 reviews)
1300 737 625  Visit website β†’
AH
a2z Health Group DandenongNDIS Registered
Suite 1/82 Stud Rd, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (77 reviews)
(03) 9798 4081  Visit website β†’
DC
Direct Care SupportNDIS Registered
14 Mason St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (72 reviews)
1300 328 848  Visit website β†’
TM
The Mobility StoreNDIS Registered
Shop 2/214-218 Whitehorse Rd, Blackburn VIC 3130, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.2 (82 reviews)
(03) 9894 2405  Visit website β†’
MA
Mobility Aids AustraliaNDIS Registered
1/820 Princes Hwy, Springvale VIC 3171, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜… 3.8 (96 reviews)
1800 625 530  Visit website β†’
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Occupational Therapist Children’s​ Melbourne - WONDER KIDS OTNDIS Registered
154 Cleeland St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (54 reviews)
0438 269 934  Visit website β†’
HC
Hilda Care - Registered Ndis provider MelbourneNDIS Registered
Level 32/367 Collins St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.9 (53 reviews)
1300 440 777  Visit website β†’
IL
Independent Living Specialists (ILS) - Dandenong ShowroomNDIS Registered
Shop/39B Langhorne St, Dandenong VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (59 reviews)
(03) 9115 6777  Visit website β†’
BD
Bliss Disability Care | Registered NDIS Provider | Support Coordinator | Respite Care| Home Nursing CareNDIS Registered
60 Main St, Pakenham VIC 3810, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (46 reviews)
0470 483 767  Visit website β†’
IP
Innovation PhysioNDIS Registered
Suite 1/134 Logis Blvd, Dandenong South VIC 3175, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 5 (46 reviews)
(03) 9087 8351  Visit website β†’
CS
Connect Support GroupNDIS Registered
Unit 2/31 Redland Dr, Vermont VIC 3133, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.7 (52 reviews)
(03) 9874 8628  Visit website β†’
BH
Belong HealthcareNDIS Registered
407 Bridge Rd, Richmond VIC 3121, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.8 (48 reviews)
(03) 7032 8854  Visit website β†’
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A Speechie Speech Pathology Deer ParkNDIS Registered
1/85 Mt Derrimut Rd, Deer Park VIC 3023, Australia
β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… 4.5 (54 reviews)
(03) 7019 5921  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 Southern 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 Southern 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 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 Southern Melbourne and find alternatives.

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