Autism & Neurodiversity

Parent’s Domain is dedicated to supporting autistic and neurodivergent children in ways that honour their individuality, strengths, and lived experiences. Therapy is grounded in respect, connection and empowerment.

Parent’s Domain supports the development of:

• Social connection and communication (in all forms)

• Friendship and relationship skills

• Emotional awareness and regulation

• Play and shared play experiences

• Playtime support in kindergarten and school settings

• Transitions, including the transition to school

Therapy draws on key elements of AutPlay Therapy, Play Therapy, Creative and Expressive Art Therapy, Learn to Play Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Mindfulness, delivered in a naturalistic, child-led, and neuro-affirming way. Sessions are flexible, playful, and responsive to each child’s unique communication style, interests, and sensory needs.

Parent’s Domain values neurodiversity-affirming practice and aligns therapy with the core principles of AutPlay Therapy:

Strengths-Based and Individualised

Therapy begins by truly seeing the child — identifying what works for them and building on their interests, abilities, and strengths. Each therapeutic journey is individualised rather than driven by rigid expectations or comparisons.

Relationship-Centred

The therapeutic relationship is viewed as a key agent of change. Therapy is grounded in empathy, unconditional positive regard, acceptance, and emotional safety.

Multiple Ways of Communicating

Children communicate in many ways — verbal and non-verbal. All forms of communication are respected, valued, and supported.

Honouring the Child’s Voice

Neurodivergent children are often required to adapt to a neurotypical world. Therapy intentionally creates space for the child’s voice, preferences, boundaries, and autonomy to be heard and respected.

Partnership with Parents and Caregivers

Families play a vital role in therapy. Parent’s Domain takes a family-inclusive approach, recognising that meaningful change happens through collaboration and shared understanding.

Advocacy for Inclusion

Parent’s Domain works collaboratively with educators and key stakeholders to support inclusion, reasonable adjustments, and environments where children feel safe, accepted, and able to thrive.

Therapy Sessions at Parent’s Domain

Therapy sessions are guided by:

• Your child’s strengths, interests, and areas of focus

• Collaborative goal-setting with regular review

• Integration of kindergarten and school supports where appropriate

Parent’s Domain also provides resources and guidance for families and educational settings to support the generalisation of skills across environments. Regular parent and caregiver sessions are offered to ensure a holistic, collaborative, and consistent approach.