Autism Support at Victorian Children's Clinic — Runnymede, VIC

Victorian Children's Clinic lists both autism and sensory processing as areas it addresses through occupational therapy. Children with autism spectrum disorder often experience differences in how they process sensory information—such as sounds, textures, or movement—which can affect their daily routines, learning, and social participation. According to its listing, the clinic offers services related to sensory processing that may help children develop coping strategies and build tolerance for everyday sensations.

Sensory-based interventions typically involve structured activities designed to help children regulate their responses to sensory input. Examples might include work with sensory equipment such as swings or weighted items to support body awareness, or graded exposure to different textures during play-based activities. Victorian Children's Clinic may also support children in developing routines and strategies for self-regulation, such as identifying calming activities or creating visual supports for transitions between tasks.

Occupational therapists cannot diagnose autism spectrum disorder; diagnosis is a medical process. However, an OT can work with children who have a diagnosis to address functional goals related to daily living, play, and learning. Families accessing services through the National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) may use their funding to support occupational therapy. NDIS registration status for Victorian Children's Clinic has not been confirmed in the current directory snapshot, so families should contact the clinic directly to clarify funding eligibility and arrangements for the 2025-26 financial year.