Autism Support at Mind Australia - NDIS Occupational Therapy — Across VIC

Mind Australia - NDIS Occupational Therapy supports children with autism spectrum disorder by addressing sensory processing differences that often accompany autism. Sensory processing difficulties can affect how children respond to sounds, textures, movement, and visual information, impacting their daily functioning and participation in activities. Through tailored sensory interventions, Mind Australia - NDIS Occupational Therapy helps children develop better regulation and coping strategies. Examples of activities include using sensory swings or weighted blankets to provide calming input, practising fine-motor tasks with textured materials to build tolerance and skill, and creating structured routines with visual supports to reduce sensory overwhelm in new environments. An occupational therapist cannot diagnose autism or sensory processing disorder, but they can identify sensory sensitivities and work collaboratively with families and other professionals. If your child has an NDIS plan, sensory processing support may be funded under occupational therapy services in the 2025–26 funding year, depending on your plan goals and supports. The team at Mind Australia - NDIS Occupational Therapy works with families across VIC to develop practical strategies that support children's engagement at home, school, and in the community.