Autism Inclusive

Get to know Autism Inclusive

From Autism Inclusive's website.

• Our approach

  Sessions are structured around a strengths-based and neuro-affirming philosophy that recognises each child's unique profile, learning level, and sensory needs. Play-based learning forms a core part of the approach, with tailored activities designed to develop skills at the child's developmental level rather than age level. A prompting hierarchy is used to support skill acquisition, gradually reducing support to foster independence. The environment itself is carefully designed with clear visual supports, colour-coding, and designated learning zones to provide predictability and reduce anxiety. Sessions integrate insights from occupational therapy, speech therapy, and education, with all goals embedded into Individual Education Plans to ensure consistency across home, school, and therapy settings.

• Working with families

  Parents are kept informed of their child's progress and are offered guidance to work on strategies at home, empowering them to feel more connected and confident in their child's learning journey. After school visits, therapists update parents on progress and help them understand their child's learning needs, building a bridge of trust and clarity. Clear communication plans are established from the start, with quarterly case conferences scheduled in advance to help families coordinate support without juggling multiple appointments. The provider works to ensure families understand their child's strengths and individualised strategies, and actively builds strong home-school connections. Documentation such as "About Me" profiles involves families in developing shared understanding of the child's needs, preferences, and communication style across settings.

• Meet the team

  The team is led by Director and Principal Consultant Tasha Alach, a registered Occupational Therapist with a master's degree in Learning and Coordination Disabilities and over 25 years of experience supporting autistic children, including delivering Early Intervention, School-Aged, and Adult services. The team also includes Des Alach, who serves as Administrator. Sessions can involve collaboration with educators, school staff, and other therapy professionals (such as speech therapists) to ensure integrated, coordinated support. The provider emphasises building teams around each child with clearly defined roles and responsibilities, working with schools, families, and existing support networks rather than operating in isolation.