Autism Support at Therapies For Kids — Across NSW

Children with autism spectrum disorder often experience differences in how they process sensory information and develop fine motor skills. Therapies For Kids supports these areas through targeted occupational therapy interventions. Sensory processing work helps children manage responses to sights, sounds, textures, and movement—for example, using sensory swings or weighted blankets to help regulate their nervous system, or practising tactile activities like playing with different textured materials to build tolerance. Fine motor therapy addresses skills like pencil grip, scissor control, and hand coordination through engaging activities such as threading beads, finger painting, or manipulating small objects. These interventions can improve a child's ability to participate in everyday activities like eating, dressing, writing, and play. Many families access Therapies For Kids through NDIS funding, which can cover occupational therapy services for eligible participants. If your child has an NDIS plan, you can discuss therapy goals with your planner. For the 2025-26 financial year, NDIS pricing arrangements support various therapy hour rates. It's important to note that occupational therapists cannot diagnose autism spectrum disorder—diagnosis comes from medical professionals—but they can work with your child's existing diagnosis to address functional challenges.