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MINDS: MULTIDISCIPLINARY INTEGRATED NEURODEVELOPMENTAL  DIAGNOSTIC SERVICE

LAUNCHING SOON!
MINDS is a private multidisciplinary team passionate about helping individuals and families access and navigate a complex healthcare system, from assessment through to a diagnosis of diverse complex neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism. We offer a same-day assessment at one location by a team of experienced and neuro-affirming professionals, helping clients and families get answers and guidance.

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What We Offer:

  • A single point of contact to access psychiatric and other multidisciplinary allied health assessments for children (over 4 years old) and adults (up to 65).

  • A one-day clinic model at the Southern Cross University (SCU) Health Clinic in Lismore

  • Each client will meet with specialists in:

    • Medical Assessment – To understand developmental, medical and mental health history

    • Autism-Behaviour Assessment – To assess social skills, sensory processing, and behaviour

    • Cognitive Assessment – To identify cognitive and learning strengths and need

    • Speech & Language Evaluation – To understand communication development

    • (Optional) Occupational Therapy Assessment – For insights into motor and daily living skill

  • Consensus Meeting - After assessments, our experienced team works together to reach a consensus and provide clear, practical recommendations to support your child’s development.

  • A comprehensive report and treatment plan fed back to individual/family via a Telehealth consultation with one of our clinicians, and the referrer within 3 weeks.​

 

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Why Choose MINDS?

  • Faster results – Avoid multiple appointments with our one-day model

  • Cost-effective – A significant cost saving compared to seeing specialists separately

  • Experienced team – Highly skilled, neuro-affirming professionals who understand more subtle and complex presentations of autism

  • Comprehensive treatment plan – We help individuals and families access and navigate a complex healthcare system, from assessment to diagnosis and provide a comprehensive plan.

  • Funding options available – Medicare rebates (with a GP referral) or NDIS funding may help cover some costs.​

  • Most suitable for individuals whose presentation is more complex or subtle, requiring a multidisciplinary consensus team approach for accurate diagnosis.​

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Location: Southern Cross University (SCU) Health Clinic, Lismore, NSW

 

Frequency: Bi-monthly on a Friday

 

For more information please contact us referencing 'MINDS'

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