NDIS Psychology Support in Melbourne
If you are trying to make sense of support needs, assessment or therapy can help turn a complicated situation into clearer next steps.
Who we help
Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants, families, support coordinators and referrers.
Services
Assessment-informed support, capacity-building therapy, reports and practical recommendations.
Locations
Essendon North, Footscray and telehealth across Victoria.
Languages
English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
Funding
NDIS-related support for self-managed and plan-managed participants.
Find the information that fits your role
Choose the section that best fits you. The details are kept short so you can find the next step quickly.
Support that links psychology with everyday functioning
Support can focus on everyday functioning, emotional wellbeing, assessment needs, and practical therapy goals.
- Self-managed and plan-managed participants are welcome.
- Appointments may be available in Essendon North, Footscray, or by telehealth.
- Sessions can be provided in English, Cantonese, or Mandarin.
- Psychology support depends on your NDIS goals, funding arrangements, and clinical fit.
What we may support with
- Adult ADHD and autism/AuDHD assessment pathways
- Assessment-informed recommendations and reports
- Capacity-building therapy goals
- Trauma-informed and neurodivergent-affirming therapy
Clear referral pathways for NDIS-related psychology support
This section is for support coordinators, plan managers, GPs, allied health clinicians, and other referrers who need clear referral and reporting information.
Useful details for referrers
- Participant name and preferred contact method
- Whether funding is self-managed or plan-managed
- Current NDIS goals and reason for referral
- Whether assessment, therapy, or reporting is being requested
How psychology support may fit an NDIS plan
Support may include assessment-informed recommendations, therapy goals, and practical strategies linked to daily living needs.
Assessment-informed support
Assessment may help clarify strengths, support needs, functional impact, and practical recommendations. This can be useful when planning therapy goals or preparing information for a review discussion.
View assessment pathwaysCapacity-building therapy
Therapy may focus on skills and strategies related to emotion regulation, routines, relationships, communication, coping, identity, and everyday functioning.
View therapy focus areasNeurodivergent-affirming care
Support can consider masking, burnout, sensory needs, executive functioning, communication preferences, and the impact of ADHD, autism, or AuDHD in daily life.
Neurodivergent-affirming therapyTrauma-informed support
For some participants, therapy may need to be paced carefully around safety, trust, attachment patterns, emotional overwhelm, and the body’s stress responses.
Trauma and attachment supportFunding and eligibility reminder
NDIS funding use depends on your plan goals, support category, budget, funding management type, and circumstances. Please check with your plan manager, support coordinator, or the NDIS if you are unsure.
Breathe-n-Smile Psychology welcomes self-managed and plan-managed participants. If your supports are NDIA-managed, please check whether you need to use a registered NDIS provider.
View funding optionsFees and invoices
Invoices can usually include the information needed for self-managed or plan-managed participants, such as provider details, service date, item description, and fee information. The exact claiming process depends on how your plan is managed.
For non-NDIS sessions, Medicare rebates may be available with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral.
View psychology feesNDIS psychology support FAQs
Do you see self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants?
Yes. Breathe-n-Smile Psychology welcomes self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants where psychology support is appropriate for the participant’s goals, plan, and funding arrangements.
Can NDIS funding be used for psychology support?
Some participants may be able to use NDIS funding for psychology support, assessment-informed recommendations, or capacity-building therapy, depending on plan goals, budget category, and funding management type.
Do you provide reports for NDIS planning or review meetings?
Assessment-informed reports may be available where clinically appropriate. Reports can describe presenting concerns, functional impact, support needs, and practical recommendations.
Can assessment guarantee NDIS access or funding?
No. Psychological assessment can provide clinical information and recommendations, but it cannot guarantee NDIS access, funding, or plan outcomes. Decisions are made by the NDIA.
Ask whether NDIS-related psychology support may fit
A 15-minute call can help clarify whether assessment, capacity-building therapy, or another referral pathway may be appropriate before arranging an appointment.