Autism Support at Active Eight (A8) — Toowong, QLD

Active Eight (A8) lists sensory processing and fine motor services as areas of support. For children with autism spectrum disorder, sensory processing difficulties are common, and occupational therapists typically address these through structured activities designed to help children regulate their responses to sensory input. Examples of interventions listed clinics may offer include work with sensory equipment such as weighted blankets or vests, use of swings or trampolines to support vestibular input, and activities involving different textures and tactile experiences. Fine motor skills are also frequently areas of focus, as many autistic children benefit from targeted practice with tasks like threading, scissor work, handwriting, and manipulation of small objects. Active Eight (A8) lists both these service areas according to its directory snapshot. Parents accessing NDIS funding for their child may be able to direct funding towards occupational therapy services listed as supporting these goals in the 2025-26 scheme year. It is important to note that occupational therapists cannot diagnose autism spectrum disorder; diagnosis requires assessment by a medical professional or psychologist. The specific activities and intensity of any intervention would typically be determined through individual assessment and planning with the clinic.