Autism Counselling

13/10/2025

08/10/2025

Do you need support understanding your child’s ASD diagnosis?
Would you like to learn how to communicate and connect with your child more effectively?

We’re here to help you build confidence, understanding, and stronger connections.

01/10/2025

Jo is now offering Root Cause Therapy.
If you are interested please contact us.

25/09/2025

Autism doesn’t need a “cure.” It needs understanding, acceptance and support. Stigmatising autism harms Autistic and neurodivergent people and pushes inclusion backwards.

Recent claims linking paracetamol use during pregnancy to autism are false. When leaders spread this misinformation, it is structural violence, an effort to control pregnant people’s bodies, limit safe care and increase gendered blame. Women and gender-diverse people with disability already face high rates of violence and medical gaslighting. Debunked pregnancy myths pile guilt onto mothers, deter essential care like fever control, and set inclusion back.

We know rhetoric like this can be distressing for members of our community, support is available:
• Lifeline 13 11 14
• 13YARN 13 92 76
• Pregnancy, Birth & Baby 1800 882 436
• National Relay Service 1800 555 677
• Translating & Interpreting Service 13 14 50
• Easy Read helpline directory: https://buff.ly/CktATtY

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25/09/2025

You may have seen claims circulating that taking paracetamol (Tylenol) during pregnancy “causes” autism, or that autism can be “cured.”

Today, Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) reaffirmed that there is no proven link between paracetamol and autism, and that paracetamol remains safe to use in pregnancy when needed.

But beyond the science, we know how hurtful this kind of misinformation can be. Parents may be left questioning if they did something “wrong.” Autistic people may be made to feel as though their lives are “less than.”

That’s why we want to say clearly:
Autism is not something to be “cured.”
Autism is not anyone’s “fault.”
Autistic people are a natural and valuable part of human diversity.

We are with the autistic community, today and every day. 💙

25/09/2025

The Royal Australian College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) has released a statement about pregnant mothers using paracetamol.

To read the entire statement, head to this link:
ranzcog.edu.au/news/paracetamol-use-in-pregnancy/

25/09/2025

24/09/2025

Correlation does not equal causation

The Therapeutic Goods Administration has strongly rejected statements by US President Donald Trump linking pregnant women using paracetamol to babies develop...

04/09/2025

It’s Friday… which means it’s “Meet One of Our next Therapist”
Think of it like Casual Friday, but instead of jeans and sneakers, we’re rolling out a warm welcome for one of the incredible humans on our team

Meet Teresa

Counsellor Child & Youth Specialist
Teresa brings over 20 years of experience supporting children and young people across residential and educational settings. Her warm, compassionate approach has helped countless neurodivergent children thrive, building confidence, emotional resilience, and a strong sense of self.
With many years spent working in primary schools, Teresa has supported children with diverse learning needs, helping them grow academically, socially, and emotionally. For the past three years, she has worked as a school counsellor, offering therapeutic support to children navigating challenges such as:

• Anxiety and emotional distress
• Trauma and grief
• Parental separation and family changes
• Friendship difficulties and social skill development

Teresa also helps children build essential life skills, including emotional regulation, coping strategies, and self-awareness.
Her counselling approach is person-centred and tailored to each child’s unique needs. She draws on a range of evidence-based modalities, including:

• Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
• Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
• Narrative Therapy
• Strengths-based practices

Teresa holds a Diploma in Counselling and an Advanced Diploma in Childhood and Youth Studies and is currently completing a Bachelor of Counselling to further deepen her knowledge and skills.
Now, as part of the Autism Counselling team, Teresa is excited to offer support in a dedicated therapeutic setting, providing a safe, nurturing space where children and young people feel heard, understood, and empowered to flourish

03/09/2025

We can now offer a Fully Funded Parenting Course – Now Open for Bookings! 🌟

We’re excited to be running a 6-week education & support program for parents of children newly diagnosed with ASD. 💙

✔️ Learn how to manage grief & self-care
✔️ Understand & support challenging behaviours
✔️ Improve communication & reduce frustration
✔️ Build strategies around sensory & social issues

This program is fully funded through the Carer Gateway program, so there’s no cost to families. 🙌
Contact our office to discuss your booking. email intakeautismcounselling@gmail.com