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Learn about the different psychologists on the Gold Coast and how to check that they provide neuro-affirming support for children, teens, and adults.

Neuro-affirming care starts from the belief that neurological differences — such as Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, and other neurodivergent profiles — are natural variations in human brains, not disorders that need to be “fixed.” Rather than focusing on changing a person to fit into neurotypical expectations, neuro-affirming care focuses on understanding, acceptance, and supporting individuals to thrive in their own way. At its core, it’s about respect, collaboration, and curi

While anyone can experience burnout, autistic burnout tends to be more severe and longer lasting, and it’s deeply connected to identity, sensory processing, and the cumulative impact of living in a world not designed for autistic needs.

Methylation is like your body’s chemical switchboard, influencing brain, immune, and energy systems. When methylation is balanced, things run smoothly. When it’s out of balance — either too slow or too fast — you may notice changes in mood, focus, energy, and sensitivity.

Accredited Mental Health Social Workers Gold Coast (AMHSWs) are university-qualified mental health professionals trained to assess, treat, and support a wide range of mental health conditions. Using a person-centred and trauma-informed approach, they consider not only psychological symptoms but also the social, emotional, cultural, and environmental factors that affect wellbeing.

Are you a clinician looking for further resource on how to help neurodivergent children & teens?  The CSS Model was designed as a practical lens to help clinicians, parents and educators understand the hidden demands behind everyday tasks for neurodivergent children and teens. Rather than interpreting their behaviour as "lazy" "defiant" or "avoidance" the CSS model helps us to decode what is really going on across three invisible domains. 

For years, Autism and ADHD were studied almost exclusively through male-centric, childhood behavioural models. But when we listen to neurodivergent women, another story emerges

RSD, or Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria, is an incredibly painful—and at times, debilitating—internal experience triggered by a real or perceived criticism or rejection.

Learn the difference between the Diagnosis Report and the NDIS Report and how our Gold Coast clinic provides neuro-affirming ADHD and Autism assessments, therapy, and NDIS support for children, teens, and adults.

The Neurodiverse Network Burleigh Heads, specialises in the assessment, diagnosis, and holistic support of Neurodiversity in the Gold Coast area - including diagnoses such as Autism Spectrum Disorder and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder - while assessment and diagnosis is one of the services offered at our neuroaffirming clinic, it is not essential for you to undergo assessment and/or receive a formal diagnosis in order to make an appointment with one of our experienc