Meet Our Team Of Psychologists in the Gold Coast

The search for your next Gold Coast Psychologist begins here.

We can see that the second most popular page on our website is "Meet The Team"!

In this article, we hope to give you what you are looking for... As much information and help in choosing a Gold Coast psychologist from The Neurodiverse Network team as we can.

This article aims to help so you don't waste your precious subsidised appointments on your Medicare Mental Health Care Plan trying to find the right "fit".

Let's dive in.

ADHD / ASD / Learning Differences: Initial Assessment

If you are at the very beginning of your investigation into a ADHD / Autism / Learning Differences, you may be interested in booking a diagnostic assessment first. Then, once you have a comprehensive understanding of your individual strengths and challenges, you can take the next steps to customising your treatment plan (with individual therapy / NDIS / Group Support etc).

For this step we have the following team members that can assist with assessment:

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Jessica Roche - Adults & Children 6 years +

Amy-Ann Broomhall - Adults & Children 6 years +

Emily Rutherford - Adults & Children 6 years +

Robyn Farley - Adults & Children 6 years +

Nuch Srisa-An - Children & Families 6 years + (Provisional Psychologist available from 20th Jan 2026)

Luciana Romano - Special Interest in Cognitive Learning Differences, Placement within primary school system. Adult & Child 6+ years ADHD / Austim / Learning Profile Assessments. Portugese / English speaking.

All of our Psychologists at the Neurodiverse Network, Gold Coast - based in Burleigh Heads are qualified to help you with an ADHD/ Autism/ Cognitive Learning Assessment for you or your loved one.

Current wait times for an assessment is approximately 6-8 months. This is an estimate only and is subject to change based on individual availability. To get on the waitlist please contact Wendy at reception for intake & more information. However, you may like to get the ball rolling and start your therapy journey with one of our Gold Coast psychologists sooner.

Keep reading to learn a bit more about each psychologist and other areas of interest that may be helpful in your selection below.

Medicare Mental Health Care Plans

If you are looking for a neurodiversity experienced psychologist in the Gold Coast for your GP to refer you to, or you already have a generic referral and are researching now - you are in the right spot.

You might not always be clear at first, about the type of therapy you might need or person best suited for you. You might have a gender, age range preference or therapy type (CBT, DBT, ACT, etc) you prefer - that is all ok, so let's start with the basics.

Our Intake Form, addresses the following therapy goals that helps us match you to suitable therapist/s. All offer in-clinic and Telehealth appointments at the Neurodiverse Network Gold Coast.

Parenting Support, for parents of children with ADHD & Autism:

All Psychologists at The Neurodiverse Network Gold Coast

Food, Eating & Body Image:

Special Interest Area of:

Jessica Roche; &

Amy-Ann Broomhall

Trauma Support:

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Special Interest Area of:

Goldy Albu (Accredited Mental Health Social Worker); &

Amy-Ann Broomhall

Confidence & Self Esteem:

All Psychologists at The Neurodiverse Network Gold Coast

Skill and Capacity Building & Emotional Regulation:

All Psychologists at The Neurodiverse Network Gold Coast

Transitions / Life Stages:

Special Interest Area of:

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Jessica Roche - For late teen girls - 20s

Luciana Romano - Educational & learning transitions

Robyn Farley - Mid life transitions & changes

Gender Affirming / Diversity:

Special Interest Area of:

Amy-Ann Broomhall

Chronic Pain & Illness

Special Interest Area of:

Goldy Albu

Play Based Therapy

Special Interest Area of:

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Jessica Roche; &

Luciana Romano

Behavioural Support & Strategies

Special Interest Area of:

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Emily Rutherford - Child & in-home based; &

Luciana Romano - Family-based

Wait-times to see individual psychologists vary depending on capacity. However, therapy appointments are generally available within a two week time frame. Best thing is to call us to enquire.

All our psychologists and therapists are trauma informed, neuro-affirming and person centred in their practices. You can read more about why neuro-affirming care is important of folks with neurodiversity here.

Still Unsure? We help you find your best match.

Wendy our wonderful Clinic Receptionist has built up a knack for matching new clients with a psychologist that may be a great fit. Her experience at the front line of taking calls and listening to client needs, has allowed her to hone in on providing a 'best match approach'.

We will always support your change of mind!

We want you to feel comfortable and safe in your wellness journey, and our team understand how important the right fit is for you. If you want to try another psychologist within our team, we will support you completely in making the right decision for you.

As a team of individuals, we really understand the nuance of neurodiversity, how it can impact decision making, decision fatigue and even the decision to take the first step. We aim to help with your decision making to relieve the burden, but ultimately the choice is always yours.

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Where to go to from here?

You can contact Wendy at the Neurodiverse Network clinic:

• for more information

• to make an appointment

• or to enquire further about your best match

You can read our blog article on the different types of psychologists for your further research.

Goldy touches on a couple of Neuroaffirming, Evidence-Based Approaches (CBT, ACT etc) in her recent blog post about Hormones & Neurodiversity that may be of interest to you to learn.

Amy-Ann discusses Neurodivergence & LGBTQIA+ Identity in her recent blog post.

You can meet our founder, and Clinical Psychologist Amelia Read here

Or, connect further with us and see more behind-the-scenes of our team, our relatability and lived experience over on Instagram

#CelebratingNeurodiversityTogether

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At The Neurodiverse Network, we’re a neuro-affirming psychology clinic based in Burleigh Heads, Gold Coast, offering ADHD and Autism assessments, therapy, and NDIS supports for children, teens, and adults.

Our team of psychologists provide neurodiversity-affirming care, recognising and celebrating the strengths of every individual.

We provide a range of services including:

• ADHD assessments and therapy for adults and children

• Autism assessments and support across the lifespan

• Individual counselling and emotional regulation support

• NDIS psychology and functional capacity assessments

• Neurodiverse support groups and online workshops

  
  

Our psychologists draw on lived experience and evidence-based approaches to create a space where neurodivergent people feel safe, understood, and empowered.

Whether you’re seeking a Clinical Psychologist on the Gold Coast, a neuro-affirming therapist near Burleigh Heads, or NDIS support, our team is here to help you navigate your journey with compassion and clarity.

Located in Burleigh Heads on the Gold Coast — close to Miami, Palm Beach, Robina, and Varsity Lakes.

Learn more about our neuro-affirming care or book an ADHD or Autism assessment here.