Is Northern Beaches Paediatrics a registered NDIS provider?

Northern Beaches Paediatrics is not currently listed as a registered NDIS provider on the NDIS Commission register. They may still support plan-managed or self-managed NDIS participants — contact them to confirm.

What services does Northern Beaches Paediatrics provide?

Northern Beaches Paediatrics provides Autism Assessment and ADHD Assessment.

Which areas does Northern Beaches Paediatrics cover?

Northern Beaches Paediatrics is based in Frenchs Forest, NSW.

How do I connect with Northern Beaches Paediatrics?

You can call +61 2 9008 1368 and visit their website, or send an enquiry through EarlyBloom — it goes straight to the provider and is always free for families.

What ages does Northern Beaches Paediatrics work with?

The practice cares for children from birth to age 16 years.

Do I need a referral for autism assessment?

You don't need a referral to see a provider privately. A GP referral is usually only needed to access Medicare rebates or certain funded pathways.

Is autism assessment covered by the NDIS?

It can be, where it aligns with a participant's plan goals — commonly under Capacity Building / Improved Daily Living. Check your plan or ask your support coordinator.

At what age should my child start autism assessment?

There's no set age. If you have concerns about your child's development, an assessment can clarify whether autism assessment would help.

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Our approach

Northern Beaches Paediatrics brings together a team of experienced paediatric specialists in a warm and caring environment, with a strong focus on patient and family-centred care. The specialists work closely with families as valued team members, prioritising holistic and child-centred approaches to address medical, behavioural, developmental and complex care needs. Sessions involve collaborative communication where clinicians support families through medical decisions with clarity, compassion and respect for their values. The practice is designed to feel welcoming to children, with bright, spacious consulting suites featuring child-friendly graphics and located within a hospital with easy access to pathology, radiology and other specialists.

Working with families

Northern Beaches Paediatrics emphasises working together with families as valued team members and advocates for their child's health. Clinicians support families through complex medical decisions with clarity, compassion and respect for their values, and aim to empower families to join in decision-making about their child's care. The specialists work closely with families alongside other healthcare professionals, allied health, educators and government agencies to ensure children's medical and psychosocial needs are met. Open, collaborative communication is a core practice value.

Meet the team

Northern Beaches Paediatrics has six consultant General Paediatricians: Dr Rebecca Lindsay-Mealey (with over 10 years' experience and special interests in newborn care, developmental and behavioural paediatrics, and neurodiversity in girls), Dr Anika Johnston (over 10 years' experience in acute and developmental paediatrics), Dr Hanna Child (expertise in acute paediatric, neonatal and complex care), Dr Charlotte Potter (trained in general, neonatal and acute paediatrics), Dr Elke Pitters (specialising in complex care and palliative care), and Dr Harmonie Wong-See (Developmental Paediatrician specialising in ADHD, autism and learning difficulties). All hold FRACP (Fellowship of the Royal Australasian College of Physicians) and have completed specialist paediatric training through recognised networks.

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