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Elara Psychology Clinic, Suite 4, Level 1, 210 The Entrance Road, Erina (2026)

07/08/2026

You’ve wondered if you might be autistic for a while now, but you keep talking yourself out of an assessment.

Maybe you’ve thought:
👉🏻 “What if I’m not actually autistic?”
👉🏻 “What if they don’t believe me because I make eye contact?” 👉🏻 “I’ve managed this long, will a diagnosis really change anything?” 👉🏻 “Maybe it’s just my ADHD or anxiety.” 👉🏻 “What if I mask too well during the assessment?”

So you keep wondering.
You read more information that resonates.
You notice another experience that makes you question things. Then the doubt comes back and you tell yourself there must be another explanation.

You don’t need to know whether you’re autistic before having an autism assessment.

A comprehensive autism assessment explores your current experiences and developmental history and considers whether they are consistent with autism.

If you’ve been wondering about autism and would like to explore it further, an assessment is one option available to you.

🌿 Adult Autism Assessments 💻 Online Australia-wide or in person at Erina, NSW 🧠 Neurodiversity-affirming and trauma informed approach with a special interest in high masking females or AFAB.

If you would like to chat more about it, send us an email (click on the email button in bio) 📧

05/08/2026

“I know I have ADHD... but what about the sensory stuff?”

This is something I hear from many adults after they’ve been diagnosed with ADHD. They tell me things like:

👉🏻”I can’t wear certain clothing because it makes me itchy”
👉🏻”I can’t stand the texture of cooked mushrooms” 👉🏻”I need days to recover after big social events” 👉🏻”Bright lights give me a headache”
👉🏻”Busy shopping centres are overwhelming 👉🏻”Certain smells are unbearable.” 
Here’s the thing 🥁

Sensory sensitivities are not part of the diagnostic criteria for ADHD.

That doesn’t mean people with ADHD can’t experience sensory differences. Many do. But, if sensory experiences have been lifelong, significantly impact your day-to-day life, and don’t feel fully explained by ADHD alone, they may be worth exploring further.

This is why I routinely screen for autism during ADHD assessments, and ADHD during autism assessments. ADHD and autism commonly occur together and looking at both can help build a more complete understanding of your neurodevelopmental profile.

Screening isn’t about looking for another diagnosis. It’s about making sure important pieces of the puzzle aren’t overlooked, so you can better understand yourself better

04/08/2026

If you’ve recently been identified as being autistic, you may notice you’re becoming more aware of when your nervous system is overwhelmed 🙃

Its not because you’re “getting worse”, it’s because you’re recognising your body’s signals for the first time 🙌

When you’re becoming overstimulated, you might notice: ✨ Extra “pickiness” with food ✨ Noises annoy you more than normal and you need silence ✨ Smells bother you more than usual. ✨ Clothing that was fine last week feels annoying today ✨ You become quieter or find it harder to find the words ✨ You feel more irritable ✨ Decisions are harder  ✨ Your body feels exhausted ✨ You want to leave somewhere and go home ✨ You’re stimming more ✨ It’s harder to process conversations or keep up with what people are saying ✨ You feel close to tears for no obvious reason

Learning to notice these early signs is one of the most important parts of understanding your autistic nervous system.

The goal isn’t to push through them, it’s to listen when your body is asking for a break 🫶🏼

03/08/2026

I’ll be away for the next week and back in the office 11.08.26 ✨

26/07/2026

When I first started practising nearly 15 years ago, I worked in rooms with hard couches, harsh fluorescent lighting and clinical spaces that never felt very inviting. I remember thinking, if I ever have my own practice, I want every part of the room to be chosen intentionally for comfort.

The environment matters. As someone who values natural light, calm spaces and nice textures. I wanted to create the kind of room that I’d feel comfortable in.

So, when it came time to design my practice, I thought about all the little things that can make a difference 👇🏻
☀️ Natural light (dealbreaker!) 💡 The option of softer lighting 🌿 A quiet, private room away from the noise 🛋️ A big comfortable lounge with soft, textured cushions 🧶 A cosy rug under your feet 🪑 The choice to sit or lie on the lounge or the floor
☁️ soft fluffy cushions and throw to hold 👟 Shoes on or off, it doesn’t matter! 👀 No expectation to maintain eye contact  🧸 Fidgets available if you’d like to use them or bring your own  🌸 No scented candles or strong fragrances 📝 Before your first appointment, I ask about your sensory preferences and communication style so I can make the space as comfortable as possible for you.

My goal has never been to create a ‘perfect’ therapy room but a space of comfort where people can settle in and feel a little more at ease. Whether that means curling up on the lounge, holding a fidget, looking out the window while you talk, or taking your time to find the right words…that’s what we do.

For me, that’s part of being neurodiversity-affirming, recognising that people experience and interact with the world differently, and thoughtfully creating an environment that offers choice and comfort.

It’s the room I dreamed about creating all those years ago ☀️

08/07/2026

People may see an autistic person as quiet or shy.

What they don’t see is everything happening beneath the surface 👇🏻

Walking into a room full of unfamiliar people can mean your brain is already working overtime. Trying to work out the social rules and wondering when it’s your turn to speak; rehearsing what to say and questioning whether you’ve said too much or not enough. Sometimes communication takes more energy than you have.

You finally find the courage to join the conversation... and no one responds.
You wonder if you interrupted. If you spoke too quietly or said the wrong thing 🤔

So you start masking.

You force eye contact even though it feels uncomfortable. You remember to smile. You make small talk. You monitor your facial expressions, your posture, your voice, your hands and where you’re looking.

You’re not just having a conversation, you’re performing one.

If you feel overwhelmed, finding words can become even harder. Your mind knows what it wants to say, but the words won’t come. While you’re still trying to process, someone asks again...
“Were you listening?”
“Did you hear me?”
“Why aren’t you answering?”
The pressure builds. The words become even harder to find.

Eventually, all you want is to leave.
Not because you don’t care about the people around you but because your nervous system is asking for safety.
A quiet place.
No expectations.
No pretending.

If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Communication isn’t just about talking, it also depends on feeling safe enough for your brain to access the words.

08/07/2026

People may see an autistic person as quiet or shy.

What they don’t see is everything happening beneath the surface 👇🏻

Walking into a room full of unfamiliar people can mean your brain is already working overtime. Trying to work out the social rules and wondering when it’s your turn to speak; rehearsing what to say and questioning whether you’ve said too much or not enough. Sometimes communication takes more energy than you have.

You finally find the courage to join the conversation... and no one responds.
You wonder if you interrupted. If you spoke too quietly or said the wrong thing 🤔

So you start masking.

You force eye contact even though it feels uncomfortable. You remember to smile. You make small talk. You monitor your facial expressions, your posture, your voice, your hands, where you’re looking.

You’re not just having a conversation.
You’re performing one.

Then, if you become overwhelmed, finding words can become even harder. Your mind knows what it wants to say, but the words won’t come. While you’re still trying to process, someone asks again...
“Were you listening?”
“Did you hear me?”
“Why aren’t you answering?”
The pressure builds. The words become even harder to find.

Eventually, all you want is to leave.
Not because you don’t care about the people around you but because your nervous system is asking for safety.
A quiet place.
No expectations.
No pretending.

If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Communication isn’t just about talking, it also depends on feeling safe enough for your brain to access the words.

26/06/2026

✨ Exciting news at Elara Psychology Clinic! ✨

I’m so excited to welcome Casie, Registered Psychologist, to the Elara Psychology Clinic team.

As the clinic continues to grow, we’re now expanding our assessment services to include children and adolescents.

Casie has experience conducting ADHD, autism and combined ADHD + autism assessments for children and adolescents. She brings a warm, compassionate and thoughtful approach, taking the time to help young people and their families feel comfortable and supported throughout the assessment process.

📍 Telehealth appointments available Australia-wide 📅 Wednesdays 👧 Children & Adolescents 🧠 ADHD Assessments 🌿 Autism Assessments ✨ Combined ADHD + Autism Assessments

We look forward to supporting even more families as Elara continues to grow.

For any enquiries please contact the clinic via email (email link in bio)

23/06/2026

✨ Clinic Update ✨

As Elara Psychology Clinic continues to grow, I wanted to share a few updates 👇🏻

🌿 Therapy Referrals Due to ongoing demand and a growing waitlist, I have made the decision to temporarily close referrals for new therapy clients.
Thia allows me to continue providing consistent support to existing clients and deliver assessments without a long waiting period. I will keep you updated when therapy referrals will re-open in the future.

🌿 ADHD & Autism Assessments I am continuing to accept referrals for adult ADHD, Autism, and combined ADHD/Autism assessments. Assessment appointments for June and July are now fully booked, and I am currently taking bookings for August 2026.

🌿 Welcome Casie I am so thrilled to welcome Casie to Elara Psychology Clinic. Casie is an experienced assessor and will be offering ADHD and Autism assessments for children and adolescents via telehealth on Wednesdays.

Thank you to everyone who has trusted Elara Psychology Clinic with their care. It’s such a privilege to walk alongside so many people as they learn more about themselves 🤗

For assessment enquiries or referrals, please visit the website or contact the clinic via email.

23/05/2026

✨ Thinking about reaching out for support, but not sure where to start?

One of the questions I get asked most is:
“How can I work with you and what’s the process?”

So I thought I’d explain it simply. At Elara Psychology Clinic, I offer: • Therapy for adults • ADHD assessments • Autism assessments • Combined ADHD + Autism assessments • Telehealth across Australia and in-person appointments in Erina NSW

My approach is neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, compassionate, and collaborative. Many of the people I support are high-masking adults who have spent years feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, misunderstood, or wondering why life feels harder than it “should.”

🍂 Therapy If you’re seeking therapy support, the process usually begins with: • A quick email enquiry • Optional free 15-minute phone consultation • Online consent/intake forms • Booking your first appointment
Therapy may focus on: 
Anxiety • Stress • Burnout • ADHD • Autism • Trauma • Chronic pain • Workplace stress/injury • Adjustment difficulties

I currently have a waitlist with expected availability in August.

🧩 Assessments I have opened up a couple of assessment spaces for the end of June. The process includes: • Intake questionnaire and online screeners • Clinical interview/s • Feedback session • Comprehensive report

Assessments are designed to feel supportive and understand your lived experience, not rushed or “tick-box.”

If you’ve been wondering whether it’s time to explore support or assessment, you’re very welcome to reach out.

📧 Email (click on email button in bio) 🌿 Free 15-minute consult available 💻 Telehealth Australia-wide 📍 Erina, NSW

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