About Us
With extensive experience, our multidisciplinary team provides Psychology, Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy and Applied Behaviour Analysis Therapy.
Spectrum Oasis welcomes diversity providing both individual and group therapy. We offer educational and diagnostic assessments, specialising in the assessment and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorder and related conditions. We have a diverse range of specialised group programs, focusing on Social and Communication Skills, Emotional Regulation Skills, Resilience and School Readiness.
We have a specialised store (also online) providing Sensory Regulation and Special Needs products.
We provide affordable services and work with funding sources, such as: Medicare, Private Health, Work Cover, National Disability Insurance Scheme, North Coast Aboriginal Corporation for Community Health (NCACCH), and others.
Our Shop
Our Services
Challenges
- Individuals of all ages with behavioural, social, cognitive and emotional challenges
- Learning (Cognitive and Educational Assessments)
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Mood Disorders
- Relationships
- Life transitions, adjustment and building resilience
- Insomnia
- Anger
- Diet and Health
- Sexuality
- Workplace issues
- Addictions
Therapies
- Individual, family and group
- Home and School based
- Skype, Phone, and Face time Available
Group Therapy
- Early-Intervention (2-4 year olds)
- Social, Emotional and Educational Skills (5-7 year olds)
- Self-Esteem and Resilience (8-12 year olds)
- Teen Social Skills and Resilience (13 years plus)
Autism Spectrum Disorder
- Diagnosis for Children through to Adults
- Early-Intervention
- Occupational Therapy (e.g., Sensory Profiles, development of fine and gross motor skills)
- Educational Assessment and Individualised Education Plan (IEP)
- School Observations and Teacher Advice
- Family Education
- Social, Emotional and Educational skills groups for 2-4 year olds, 5-7 year olds and 8-12 year olds.
Meet Our Practitioners
Kylie is the captain of the ‘Spectrum Oasis Ship’, ensuring that all practitioners and their clients are well looked after from navigating the family friendly centre and coordinating appointment times, to understanding eligibility for funding, and ensuring your experience at Spectrum Oasis is positive.
Trish has over 20 years of experience in working with Autism Spectrum Disorder and related Developmental Disabilities in special schools, Special Education Units, Early Childhood Development Programs (ECDP), and mainstream classrooms.
Angus McLean has 20 years experience working with children, adolescents and adults on the Autism Spectrum.
That time has seen him working closely with families, and includes two years working in Canada. Angus prides himself on having a client centred approach, that highly tailors support to individuals.
Sarah is a Certified Practising Speech Pathologist with a Bachelor of Speech Pathology from La Trobe University in Melbourne. Sarah has been practising speech pathology for ten years and had experience in education and child health settings before moving into private practice in 2015.
Tabitha is an empathetic and compassionate Psychologist (Clinical Registrar) with extensive experience of over 6 years working with children, adolescents and adults- neurodiverse and neurotypical, as a School Counsellor and working alongside Trauma Victims.
Marie is a provisional psychologist who graduated with a Bachelor and Honours in Psychology from the University of the Sunshine Coast. She is passionate about helping people find their place in the world and supporting them on their journey of self-discovery.
Nicola is an accredited Mental Health Social Worker with over 14 years experience support clients presenting in both acute and chronic phases of their mental illness.
Peta is a compassionate registered Psychologist with over 20 years experience working within school settings and general counselling / psychology services in providing therapy and assessments for children, adolescents and adults.
Spectrum Oasis was founded by psychologist Natasha Hutchison in January 2012. She has over 15 years experience working as a Psychologist in both NZ and Australia.