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Meet the Team.

At The Neurodiverse Network, we're more than a team—we're a collective of heart-led professionals who believe neurodiversity is something to be celebrated. Many of us bring lived experience, enriching our professional expertise with deep empathy and insight. Together, we create spaces where individuals feel safe, seen, and empowered to unmask, explore, and thrive as their true selves.


We honour individuality, lead with authenticity, and believe in the power of connection to inspire real, lasting change.


Celebrating Neurodiversity, Together.

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Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic - The Neurodiverse Network, Burleigh Heads Gold Coast.

Psychology & Allied Health Team

Gold Coast Clinical Psychologist Robyn Farley

Robyn is deeply committed to helping adults integrate Autism and ADHD identification in a way that enhances self-understanding, self-compassion, reduces shame, and supports sustainable wellbeing — particularly during the midlife periods involving life transition, stress, or hormonal change.

Outside of work, Robyn enjoys hiking, swimming, running, beach time, live music, reading (so much reading!), learning languages and cooking.

 

She is also a parent of two neurodivergent teenage daughters and brings both professional expertise and lived insight into the complexities of midlife, identity, parenting, nervous system regulation and capacity.

Robyn's Areas of Interest:

  • Autism, ADHD & cognitive assessments for:

  • Adolescents

  • Adults

  • Supporting adults to understand and embrace their neurodivergent self while:

  • Navigating anxiety & depression

  • Navigating stress & burnout

  • Developing emotional regulation tools

  • Thrive through life transitions

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Robyn Farley

Clinical Psychologist / PSY0000965938

Gold Coast Clinical Psychologist Luciana Romano

Luciana's Areas of Interest

·Autism, ADHD & cognitive assessments for:

o    Children (aged 6+)

o    Adolescents

o    Adults

 

Supporting individuals, parents and families to understand and embrace their neurodivergent selves while:

o    Navigating anxiety, depression, stress & burnout

o    Building confidence & self-worth from their strengths

o    Developing emotional regulation tools

o    Thrive through life transitions & relationships

o    Strengthen family & parenting connections

Portugese Speaking.

READ MORE about Luciana on the blog HERE

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Luciana Romano

Clinical Psychologist / PSY0002394570

Gold Coast Psychologist Emily Rutherford

Emily Rutherford is a psychologist with an interest in parenting support, early childhood development, and working with autistic and ADHD children. She understands how overwhelming parenting can feel — particularly with the constant advice, expectations, and judgement that many parents face.

 

Emily is passionate about supporting parents to reconnect with their strengths and build confidence in their own parenting approach. She also values the importance of early support for young children, helping to nurture emotional development, confidence, and coping skills from an early age.

 

As a parent to two young children herself, Emily brings both professional knowledge and lived experience to her work. She takes a warm, collaborative, and neurodiversity-affirming approach, working alongside families to support understanding, connection, and wellbeing.

Emily's areas of Interest

  • Autism, ADHD & cognitive assessments for:

    • Children (aged 6+)

    • Adolescents

    • Adults

  • Supporting individuals, parents and families to understand and embrace their neurodivergent selves while:

    • Navigating anxiety, depression, stress & burnout

    • Building confidence & self-worth from their strengths

    • Developing emotional regulation tools

    • Thriving through life transitions & relationships

    • Strengthen family & parenting connections

    • Exploring demand-avoidant profiles (including PDA)

Developing strategies to guide behaviour, emotional regulation, and connection for children aged 2 and up.

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Emily Rutherford

Registered Psychologist / PSY0002600267

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Areas of Interest: 

  • Autism, ADHD & cognitive assessments for:

    • Children (aged 6+)

    • Adolescents

    • Adults

  • Supporting individuals, parents and families to understand and embrace their neurodivergent selves while:

    • Navigating anxiety, depression, stress & burnout

    • Building confidence & self-worth from their strengths

    • Understanding eating, body image & sensory needs

    • Thriving through life transitions & relationships

    • Strengthen family & parenting connections

    • Exploring demand-avoidant profiles (including PDA)

    • Developing tools & strategies to guide behaviour, emotional regulation, and connection for all ages

    • EFT tapping & flash techniques

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Jessica Roche

Registered Psychologist / PSY0002712817

Neuro and Gender Affirming Gold Coast Psychologist Amy Ann Broomhall

Amy-Ann Broomhall is a psychologist with a interest in providing gender-affirming, neuroinclusive care across the lifespan. She supports children (6+), adolescents, and adults through autism, ADHD, and cognitive assessments, alongside therapeutic support that helps individuals better understand, accept, and work with their neurodivergent minds.

 

Amy-Ann works collaboratively and strengths-based, supporting people to build confidence, emotional regulation skills, and self-understanding while navigating life stressors, identity, and wellbeing.

Areas of interest

Neurodevelopmental assessment & support

  • Autism, ADHD, and cognitive assessments for children (6+), adolescents, and adults

  • Supporting individuals to understand and embrace their neurodivergent identity across the lifespan

 

Gender-affirming & LGBTQIA+ care

  • Providing safe, affirming support for gender-diverse and LGBTQIA+ individuals

  • Identity exploration within a neuroinclusive, respectful framework

Emotional wellbeing & mental health

  • Anxiety and depression / stress, overwhelm, and burnout

  • Mood fluctuations and emotional intensity

  • Safely exploring fear-based responses

Building skills, confidence & self-understanding

  • Strengths-based confidence and self-worth

  • Emotional regulation tools to support resilience, connection, and wellbeing

  • Understanding sensory needs, body image, and eating-related concerns

  • Additional support areas

  • Navigating substance use with a non-judgemental, harm-aware approach

Read Amy's popular article on LBGTQIA+ & Neurodivergence HERE and more about Amy - in her own words HERE

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Amy-Ann Broomhall

Registered Psychologist / PSY0002693456

Gold Coast Accredited Mental Health Social Worker Goldy Albu

Goldy Albu is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker (AMHSW) with a professional focus on supporting individuals and families.

 

Goldy is herself neurodivergent and brings both clinical expertise and lived insight to her work. Her approach is grounded, compassionate, and practical, with an emphasis on understanding how nervous systems, life experiences, and social contexts shape wellbeing.

Goldy integrates evidence-informed psychological frameworks with a neurodiversity-affirming perspective, aiming to support greater understanding, self-compassion, and meaningful day-to-day functioning.

Goldy's Areas of Interest:

  • Neurodiversity-affirming support across the lifespan, including understanding identity, strengths, and lived experiences

  • EMDR Therapy

  • NDIS functional capacity assessments, diagnostic clarification, and evidence-based reporting

  • Support with anxiety, low mood, stress, burnout, and emotional regulation in a trauma-informed framework

  • Building confidence, self-worth, communication skills, and self-advocacy

  • Support around complex life stressors, including chronic health concerns, substance use, financial pressure, and housing instability

  • Providing compassionate, safe support for individuals impacted by interpersonal, sexual, or family violence

Goldy is available for appointments on Saturdays at The Neurodiverse Network Clinic - Burleigh Heads.

Further Reading about Goldy: CLICK HERE

Read Goldy's blog and learn The difference between an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker & Psychologist is here. 

Read more about EMDR & CPT for Trauma Therapy HERE

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Goldy (Zehavit) Albu

Accredited Mental Health Social Worker / 674318 (AASW)

Gold Coast Family Counsellor Monica Munro

Monica Munro is a Family Counsellor and Parent Educator who supports families raising neurodiverse and gender-diverse children.

 

As a parent of four neurodiverse children herself, Monica brings deep lived experience, compassion, and understanding to her work. She partners with families to reduce isolation, build confidence, and develop practical, supportive strategies—helping parents and children feel seen, supported, and less alone, even when the journey feels overwhelming.

Monica will be available Thursdays from 5th February 2026 for in-home and in-clinic appointment as well as supporting our Bridge To Home Program, in-home parenting support for families.

Click here for Bridge To Home.

Read Monica's blog about her journey raising four neurodivergent boys here

 

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Monica Munro

Counsellor

Gold Coast Psychology Clinic Dietitian Zoe Haines

Zoe is an Accredited Practising Dietitian who has an interest in working with individuals managing chronic conditions and those with complex or challenging relationships with food.

Zoe takes a collaborative, non-judgemental approach, focusing on practical strategies that fit each person’s lifestyle, neurotype and energy levels.

 

She values listening deeply and meeting clients where they are, recognising that meaningful change doesn’t come from rigid meal plans, but from compassionate, individualised support.

With experience across both clinical and community settings, Zoe provides evidence-based, behaviour-focused nutrition counselling, including support for chronic disease management and gastrointestinal conditions. She is committed to culturally aware, client-centred care.

If you’re wondering whether Zoe might be a good fit, she wants you to know that you don’t need to have everything figured out. Her role is to work alongside you, offering realistic and supportive guidance at a pace that feels manageable.

Zoe is available from 9 February 2026 on Mondays for in-clinic bookings.

CLICK HERE for information about what to expect at your appointment with Zoe.

Learn more about how a dietitian can help neurodivergent individuals and parents of ND kids here

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Zoe Haines

Accredited Practising Dietitian

Administration Team

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic Administration Team

​Jaimie is our Practice Manager, committed to providing a warm, transparent, and supportive experience for every client. With a Bachelor of Human Services and personal insight as a proud neurodiverse individual, she brings deep understanding to navigating assessments, the NDIS, and support options. Jaimie is passionate about helping children and families and is known for her kindness, professionalism, and ever-present smile—often with a coffee in hand.

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Jaimie

General Manager

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic Administration Team

Wendy is our Clinic Administrator and Community Outreach Coordinator, dedicated to providing a welcoming and professional experience for all clients. With a Bachelor of Psychological Science, she combines mental health knowledge with strong communication and problem-solving skills to support smooth clinic operations and meaningful community engagement. Outside work, Wendy enjoys crocheting, camping, and travelling across Australia, drawing inspiration from nature and adventure.

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Wendy

Clinic Administrator & Community Outreach Co-Ordinator

Gold Coast Psychology Clinic Marketing

Sarah looks after our marketing for The Neurodiverse Network, and is the creative wizz behind our social media content and branding. She also facilitates our popular "Mood & Mind Mentoring" group for teen girls and anticipates holding more groups in the near future. She has an avid interest in Psychology, Yoga & Eastern Philosophy and enjoys teaching the concepts of each and how they cross over. 

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Sarah

Marketing Co-Ordinator & Group Facilitator

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Piper is the happy face behind our clinic reception. She brings a positive happy outlook, to our clinic and enjoys helping people. Piper has a vision to work with assisting children with their wellbeing and health. She brings her lived experience and understanding to the role and any future roles she will pursue.

 

Piper loves to indulge in crime books, podcasts and sushi as well as spending time with her two dogs and her family. 

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Piper

Clinic Receptionist

NDIS Team

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Team

Eden is our NDIS Team Leader with extensive experience navigating the NDIS both professionally and personally. As a mother to three neurodivergent children—and neurodivergent herself—she brings valuable insight, empathy, and practical knowledge to her work. Eden is highly skilled in support coordination, plan management, and helping clients access and maximise their NDIS funding. Warm, approachable, and client-focused, she’s passionate about empowering individuals and families to get the support they deserve.

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Eden

NDIS Team Leader

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Team

Tayla is an NDIS Support Coordinator with a background in Criminology and Criminal Justice. She is passionate about supporting individuals and families to navigate the NDIS and build safe, empowering support networks. Known for her friendly and approachable nature, Tayla is committed to making a positive and lasting impact on the lives of her clients. Born and raised on the Gold Coast, she enjoys beach days with her dog, movie nights, and time with loved ones.

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Tayla

NDIS Support Co-Ordinator

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Team

Emily is a calm, patient and strengths-based Support Coordinator who feels most drawn to working with individuals and families navigating change, overwhelm, or feeling misunderstood. With lived experience of ADHD, she understands the importance of support that genuinely honours individuality and how each person’s mind works.

Outside of work, Emily enjoys dancing, skateboarding, spending time in nature, and practising te reo Māori.

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Emily

NDIS Support Co-Ordinator

Support Worker Team

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Taneisha is a Support Worker and Psychology (Hons) student at Griffith University, with over two years’ experience in the role. Raised on the Gold Coast, she brings empathy and a strong understanding of the neurodiverse experience to her work. Taneisha also hosts our monthly book club, creating community connections. In her free time, she enjoys beach days, traveling, reading, cooking, and caring for her plants.

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Taneisha

Support Worker

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Isabel is an outgoing support worker with lived experience and strong family values. Isabel enjoys staying active, spending time outdoors, and engaging in creative activities such as art, music, and cooking. She loves learning new things, practising yoga, and brings a warm, friendly approach to every session.

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Isabel

Support Worker

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Ethan is a Support Worker and lifelong Gold Coast local who values a healthy, active lifestyle. He enjoys soccer, the beach, movies, and spending time with family and friends. Ethan is passionate about supporting young teens, leading by example with kindness, selflessness, and an open mind.

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Ethan

Support Worker

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Marian is a Support Worker with a rich background as a professional dancer and choreographer, including 15+ years teaching dance and working with neurodiverse students. She holds a Diploma in Human Resources and loves making a positive difference in clients’ lives. Passionate about community, Marian enjoys kayaking, bushwalking, and hopes to snorkel more. Her ‘never give up’ attitude and love for bright smiles inspire those she supports.

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Marion

Support Worker

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Lorraine is a Support Worker who has called the Gold Coast home for 11 years. Originally from Sydney, she’s a dedicated and passionate supporter focused on helping others build confidence, independence, and self-worth. With a background as a hairdresser, Lorraine brings great listening skills and compassion to her work. She enjoys cooking, gardening, and family time, and is excited to help families flourish as part of our team.

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Lorraine

Support Worker

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Jake is a Support Worker and accredited Personal Trainer with a diploma in Sports Performance. Originally from the UK, he moved to the Gold Coast in 2020 for the lifestyle and weather. Jake is passionate about making fitness fun and accessible, promoting both mental and physical well-being. Outside of work, he enjoys outdoor activities and socialising with friends.

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Jake

Support Worker

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Originally from rural Australia, Jaimee moved to the Gold Coast two years ago and is currently studying Chinese Medicine and Acupuncture. Her a passion for natural health & her lived experience with chronic illness inspired her to join The Neurodiverse Network, where she values supporting people’s individuality. Known for her openness and gentleness, Jaimee works with both adults and children to celebrate their strengths and navigate challenges. She hopes every client and family she supports feels uplifted, seen, and at ease.

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Jaimee

Support Worker

Neuro Affirming Gold Coast Psychology Clinic NDIS Support Worker Team

Jasmine is a support worker and autism coach in training, with a strong passion for supporting neurodivergent individuals and families. A mum of four, Jasmine brings lived experience, empathy, and a family-centred approach to her work. After five years working in primary schools, she is continuing her studies in Autism, ADHD, and autism coaching, driven by a deep commitment to helping neurodivergent children and families feel understood, supported, and empowered. Outside of work, Jasmine enjoys camping, beach days, bike rides, reading, and creative time with her family.

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Jasmine

Support Worker

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Zoe is an experienced, easy-going support worker who enjoys cooking, baking, and staying active. Zoe loves getting involved in whatever matters to the participant - whether that’s outdoor adventures, bowling, trampoline parks, or meal prepping, Zoe brings positive energy and enjoyment to every session.

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Zoe

Support Worker

Careers.

The Neurodiverse Network is always looking for people to help grow our team and give our clients the support they need to reach their goals.

​If you are an Allied Health Professional, NDIS Service Provider or Support Worker looking for a new role, send your resume to:

 

jaimie@neurodiversenetwork.com.au

​We would love to hear from you.

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