No! If you think our services may be helpful to you,  you're welcome to reach out. If you think you may be neurodivergent, we can conduct screening interviews to help you assess whether diagnosis might be helpful for you (not everyone wants or needs an official diagnosis).

ADHD and Autism must be diagnosed by a paediatrician, psychologist or psychiatrist. We are happy to assist you in finding professionals who can provide this. ​ As a social worker, Shelley is able to conduct assessments that may contribute to your diagnosis or help you better understand your brain.

There is lots of overlap between the work that psychologists and social workers do and both are great options to provide you with therapy. However, as a general rule, social workers tend to focus on a more holistic approach, considering the person within their environment and fostering a therapeutic relationship based on collaboration rather than the therapist being centred as an expert. Social workers can conduct assessments but can not provide a diagnosis. To receive a diagnosis you must see a psychologist, psychiatrist or a paediatrician.

If you need immediate assistance you can contact: Lifeline at 13 11 14 Kids Helpline at 1800 55 1800 QLife (for LGBTQIA+ community) at 1800 184 527 13 YARN (for First Nations Australians) at 13 9376 You can find other crisis and support lines more specific to your needs and circumstances at health.vic.gov.au/mental-health-services/telephone-and-online-services.