NDIS Counselling Forster, Port Macquarie & Online Across the Mid North Coast

Therapy for NDIS Participants with Neurodivergence or Brain Injury

At Counselling Solution, we provide compassionate, trauma-informed counselling for NDIS participants with neurodevelopmental conditions or acquired brain injuries. Our focus is on supporting individuals to build confidence, navigate relationships, express needs, and regulate emotions.

We specialise in therapy for:

  • Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

  • Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

  • Brain injury (acquired or traumatic)

  • Emotional dysregulation, social isolation, and confidence concerns

  • Carers and family members navigating the NDIS journey

Counselling is tailored to the client’s goals and functional needs, whether that’s learning to self-advocate, build emotional awareness, reduce anxiety, or develop life and relationship skills.

Our service is available in-person in Forster and Port Macquarie, and via secure telehealth across the Mid North Coast.

Our Approach to NDIS Counselling

We take a calm, client-led, and neurodivergent-affirming approach to NDIS therapy. Every session is tailored to the individual’s goals, cognitive needs, and communication preferences—whether verbal, non-verbal, visual, or supported by a carer.

We integrate techniques from the following modalities:

  • Emotion Regulation & Skills-Based Therapy

    These sessions support clients to recognise and manage emotions like anxiety, frustration, or overwhelm—often common in daily routines or unexpected transitions.

    We teach simple, practical strategies such as grounding techniques, visual regulation tools, routine-building, and sensory awareness to increase emotional stability.

    For neurodivergent clients, these tools are adapted to suit communication style, processing speed, and learning preferences, creating a safe and empowering space to build confidence and resilience through everyday emotional challenges.

  • Relationship & Communication Support

    We help clients strengthen their ability to understand and express emotions, communicate needs clearly, and build positive relationships with others.

    This may include developing conversation skills, setting boundaries, navigating friendships or romantic dynamics, or resolving family tension.

    Sessions are adapted to the client’s goals and capacity, with a focus on building social confidence and emotional safety.

    For many clients, this also includes working through feelings of isolation, rejection, or misunderstanding in a gentle, affirming way.

Our approach is always respectful, strengths-based, and aligned with the participant’s NDIS plan where applicable. With consent, we also collaborate with carers, support coordinators, and allied professionals to ensure consistency across the client’s support network.

Who We Support — NDIS Clients In-Person & Online

Our NDIS counselling services are designed for participants seeking therapeutic support tailored to neurodivergence and brain injury.

We offer flexible counselling to support:

Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)

We support individuals on the autism spectrum to improve emotional regulation, reduce anxiety, and navigate social situations with more confidence.

Sessions are adapted to each person’s communication style and sensory needs, offering visual supports, routine-building, and consistent, calm therapy that honours neurodivergence and fosters growth in a safe, respectful environment.

Brain Injury & Cognitive Impairment

We provide counselling for individuals adjusting to the emotional and cognitive effects of brain injury.

Sessions focus on managing mood changes, rebuilding identity, and improving social connection.
Support is gentle, flexible, and responsive to each client’s capacity and recovery goals, with optional involvement of carers or support teams.

ADHD Counselling

Our ADHD counselling focuses on emotional regulation, frustration tolerance, and creating structure in daily life. We support clients to improve focus, manage impulsivity, and develop self-awareness.

Sessions are strengths-based, practical, and adapted to each person’s attention style, helping build confidence and communication in everyday settings.

NDIS Carers & Families

Caring for someone with complex needs can take an emotional toll. We offer counselling for carers and family members to process stress, build boundaries, and prevent burnout.

Whether you’re a parent, partner, or sibling, we provide a supportive space just for you—one that recognises your challenges and your needs.

Our services are available both in-person in Forster and Port Macquarie, and via secure telehealth for clients across Gloucester, Tea Gardens, Tamworth, and the broader Mid North Coast region.

What to Expect from NDIS Counselling

We offer calm, structured support for NDIS participants and carers navigating emotional, social or cognitive challenges. Sessions are adapted to suit each person’s needs, communication style, and goals. You can expect:

  • A neurodivergent-affirming, respectful therapeutic space

  • Practical support for confidence, communication, and regulation

  • Therapy aligned with your NDIS plan and personal outcomes

Sessions run for 50 minutes. Extended appointments and carer involvement available as needed.

Therapy is available in-person (Forster & Port Macquarie) or via telehealth across the Mid North Coast.

FAQs

  • A: Yes—if you’re self-managed or plan-managed and have funding under categories like Improved Daily Living or Capacity Building.

  • A: Absolutely. Our counselling is tailored to neurodivergent clients and those with acquired or traumatic brain injuries.

  • A: Yes, if appropriate and with consent. We often work collaboratively with families or support coordinators.

  • A: No referral is needed. You can contact us directly and begin at your own pace.

  • A: Yes. We offer secure telehealth sessions across the Mid North Coast and NSW.