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Sensory Processing Disorder support in Australia

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Updated 2 July 2026

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Sensory Processing Disorder support providers in Australia

10 registered providers in Australia — none with a demonstrated Sensory Processing Disorder track record yet·How we chose these

Trusted provider
1

Balwyn North, VIC and 33 othersAlso servesAberfoyle Park, SA · Adelaide Airport, SA · Ballarat East, VIC · Balwyn, VIC · Box Hill, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Camberwell, VIC · Chadstone, VIC · Christies Beach, SA · Cobram, VIC · Coburg, VIC · +21 more

Specialises in Support Workers · Social Support · Cleaning

Apex Health Professionals works across 15 NDIS support categories in Balwyn North, Victoria. Active on Carevo in the past week. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo.

How this listing is sourced

NDIS coverage15 groupsNDIS registration groupsSpecialist Behaviour Support · Therapeutic Supports · Support Coordination · Early Childhood Supports · Innovative Community Participation · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Home Modifications · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Household tasks · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Development of daily living and life skills
Trusted provider
2

Malaga, WA and 56 othersAlso servesAlbany, WA · Armadale, WA · Baldivis, WA · Bassendean, WA · Bayswater, WA · Belmont, WA · Beverley, WA · Boddington, WA · Brookdale, WA · Brookton, WA · Broome, WA · Bunbury, WA · +44 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Support coordination · Domestic assistance

Based in Malaga, Western Australia, Innovative Care is an NDIS registered provider. Personal care and support coordination are among their most-requested supports. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time22 hours
NDIS coverage19 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Personal Mobility Equipment · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Support Coordination · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Development of daily living and life skills · Early Childhood Supports · Household tasks · Innovative Community Participation · Group and Centre Based Activities · Accommodation/Tenancy Assistance · Daily Personal Activities · Therapeutic Supports · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Plan Management · Specialist Behaviour Support
Availability Open now · 8AM-5PM
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3

Macquarie Park, NSW and 20 othersAlso servesBarrack Heights, NSW · Bulli, NSW · Bundeena, NSW · Campbelltown, NSW · Eastwood, NSW · Figtree, NSW · Hornsby, NSW · Hornsby Heights, NSW · Ingleburn, NSW · Kiama, NSW · Macquarie Fields, NSW · Mosman, NSW · +8 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Support coordination · Personal care · Domestic assistance

Phenomenal Home And Living works across 10 NDIS support categories in Macquarie Park, New South Wales. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers. They have a track record of following through on more than 50 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They are most often contacted for support coordination and personal care.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time49 minutes
NDIS coverage10 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Communication and Information Equipment · Therapeutic Supports · Group and Centre Based Activities · Home Modifications · Community nursing care for high needs · Innovative Community Participation · Early Childhood Supports · Daily Personal Activities
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Trusted provider
4

Campbelltown, NSW and 1 otherAlso servesSydney, NSW · Regional provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Allied health

Cross Care is an NDIS registered provider in Campbelltown, New South Wales. They have a track record of following through on more than 25 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Families most often connect with them for personal care and domestic assistance. Most enquiries to them come from families and carers.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time2 hours
NDIS coverage13 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with travel/transport arrangements · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Community nursing care for high needs · Assistive Products for Personal Care and Safety · Home Modifications · Customised Vision Equipment · Specialised Hearing Services · Early Childhood Supports · Therapeutic Supports · Personal Mobility Equipment · Specialist Behaviour Support · Exercise Physiology and Physical Wellbeing Activities · Group and Centre Based Activities
Availability Open now · 8AM-1PM
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St Albans, VIC and 74 othersAlso servesAirport West, VIC · Albion, VIC · Altona North, VIC · Ardeer, VIC · Ascot Vale, VIC · Ballarat East, VIC · Bendigo, VIC · Bentleigh East, VIC · Broadmeadows, VIC · Brooklyn, VIC · Brunswick, VIC · Bundoora, VIC · +62 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Therapy · Personal care · Allied health

Based in St Albans, Victoria, Clover Leaf Sanctuary is an NDIS registered provider. Most enquiries to them come from participants directly. Therapy and personal care are among their most-requested supports. Registered across 11 NDIS support categories, including shared living support, Innovative Community Participation and transport assistance.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time12 hours
NDIS coverage11 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Community nursing care for high needs · Group and Centre Based Activities · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Development of daily living and life skills · Household tasks · Therapeutic Supports · High Intensity Daily Personal Activities · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports
Trusted provider
6

Parramatta, NSW and 45 othersAlso servesAlbury, NSW · Arndell Park, NSW · Artarmon, NSW · Baulkham Hills, NSW · Bella Vista, NSW · Blacktown, NSW · Bossley Park, NSW · Box Hill, NSW · Bungarribee, NSW · Castle Hill, NSW · Chester Hill, NSW · Doonside, NSW · +33 more · State-wide provider

Specialises in Personal care · Allied health · Therapy

Based in Parramatta, New South Wales, Enable Community is an NDIS registered provider. Personal care and allied health are among their most-requested supports. They have a track record of following through on more than 25 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. They support both NDIS and aged care funding.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time12 hours
Trusted provider
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Bethania, QLD and 7 othersAlso servesBicton, WA · Bunbury, WA · Kewdale, WA · Midland, WA · Mount Pleasant, WA · Perth, WA · Rockingham, WA · Hyperlocal provider

Specialises in Personal care · Therapy

St Jude's Health Care Services is an NDIS registered and aged care approved provider serving Bethania, Queensland. They focus closely on their local area. They are most often contacted for personal care and therapy. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time3 hours
Trusted provider
8

Boondall, QLD and 30 othersAlso servesAlderley, QLD · Ashmore, QLD · Benowa, QLD · Browns Plains, QLD · Bundaberg West, QLD · Burpengary, QLD · Cairns City, QLD · Cleveland, QLD · Coolum Beach, QLD · Coomera, QLD · Corinda, QLD · Everton Park, QLD · +18 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Therapy · Transport

Mapple Care works across 17 NDIS support categories in Boondall, Queensland. They also offer cleaning and plan management. They are most often contacted for personal care and therapy. They operate across multiple states.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time13 hours
NDIS coverage17 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Household tasks · Development of daily living and life skills · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Group and Centre Based Activities · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Community nursing care for high needs · Therapeutic Supports · Exercise Physiology and Physical Wellbeing Activities · Communication and Information Equipment · Home Modifications · Plan Management · Support Coordination
Trusted provider
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Chapman, ACT and 25 othersAlso servesBelconnen, ACT · Canberra Airport, ACT · Coombs, ACT · Evatt, ACT · Florey, ACT · Forest Lake, QLD · Garran, ACT · Gungahlin, ACT · Harrison, ACT · Jerrabomberra, NSW · Kambah, ACT · Melba, ACT · +13 more · National provider

Specialises in Personal care · Domestic assistance · Transport

Haven Care Australia is an NDIS registered provider in Chapman, Australian Capital Territory. They have a track record of following through on more than 30 enquiries from families who connected through Carevo. Families who connected with them through Carevo have consistently reported positive outcomes. Families most often connect with them for personal care and domestic assistance.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time13 hours
Trusted provider
10

The Ponds, NSW · State-wide provider

Specialises in Therapy · Allied health · Meal preparation

Australian National Care is an NDIS registered provider in The Ponds, New South Wales. Families who connected with them through Carevo have consistently reported positive outcomes. Families most often connect with them for therapy and allied health. Support coordinators often connect their participants with them.

How this listing is sourced

Median response time5 hours
NDIS coverage13 groupsNDIS registration groupsAssistance to access and/or maintain employment and/or education · Participation in community/social and civic activities · Innovative Community Participation · Assistance with daily life tasks in a group or shared living arrangement · Daily Personal Activities · Assistance with travel/transport arrangements · Group and Centre Based Activities · Development of daily living and life skills · Assistance in Coordinating or Managing Life Stages, Transitions and Supports · Household tasks · Plan Management · Therapeutic Supports · Accommodation/Tenancy Assistance

How we rank providers

Rankings in Australia are based on real outcomes between providers and families on our platform. They are recalculated daily and cannot be purchased or influenced by advertising.

  • How this list is built. Providers shown here offer therapy, allied health, occupational therapy, psychology, support work, and social and community support, the support types most relevant to sensory processing disorder. They are then ranked by demonstrated experience with sensory processing disorder, providers who have actively claimed and supported sensory processing disorder referrals rank above those who only list it as a capability.
  • Outcomes with families. We measure what happens after a family contacts a provider. Providers where families report positive outcomes rank higher. Multiple signals are weighted across a rolling window.
  • Condition-specific track record. Providers who have accepted and worked with sensory processing disorder referrals on Carevo rank above those who only list the condition as a capability. We weight providers using their demonstrated experience with this cohort, not self-declared specialisations.
  • Service match. Providers are ranked by how closely their registered services and capabilities match what you are searching for.
  • Registration and compliance. NDIS registered and government-approved aged care providers are weighted for meeting quality and safeguards standards.
  • Local presence. Providers confirmed in Australia rank above those covering only the broader region.

What "Trusted" means. The Trusted badge is awarded to providers with a consistent record of positive outcomes with families on our platform. It is based on multiple behavioural signals and family feedback, and it cannot be purchased.

28,527

providers in Australia

How we calculate provider numbers

What support people with Sensory Processing Disorder usually need

Sensory processing disorder (SPD) involves difficulties in the way the nervous system receives and responds to sensory information, which can affect behaviour, daily routines, and participation in everyday life. NDIS participants with SPD often benefit from occupational therapy using sensory integration approaches to build tolerance, regulation, and functional independence. SPD frequently co-occurs with autism, ADHD, and other developmental conditions. The right mix of support depends on age, goals, living situation, and how much day-to-day impact sensory processing disorder has.

Routines and daily living

Families usually start by comparing providers who can reduce friction in the hardest parts of the day: getting ready, eating, toileting, transitions, community access, and building independence without escalating stress at home.

Therapy and skill building

The highest-value comparisons are usually speech pathology, occupational therapy, behaviour support, and early intervention. The question is less 'who offers therapy' and more 'who can work on communication, regulation, and practical function in the same direction.'

Choosing the right fit

Families usually need providers who understand sensory load, communication differences, school or childcare transitions, and how to build trust slowly. A generic disability provider is rarely enough if rapport and consistency are poor.

Services and providers to compare first for Sensory Processing Disorder

For developmental conditions, compare the services that remove the biggest daily bottlenecks first: communication, regulation, behaviour, routines, and participation. The strongest providers usually coordinate across therapy and support work instead of leaving families to stitch everything together.

What usually separates a strong provider from a generic one

  • • Experience with developmental and neurodivergent conditions, not just general disability support
  • • Whether therapists can turn assessment goals into practical routines at home, school, or in the community
  • • Staff consistency and how well workers build rapport over time rather than changing faces every few weeks
  • • Flexibility to adjust support during key transitions such as starting school, adolescence, or moving toward independent living

Where sensory processing disorder support is available

Providers listed

28,527

States with coverage

5

How to check a provider's credentials

Carevo lists the registration details a provider reports and links you to the official Australian registers so you can confirm them yourself. Here is what each listing shows and where to check it. A listing on Carevo is not an endorsement.

NDIS registration

Listings show whether a provider reports being NDIS registered. You can confirm a provider's current registration and approved support types yourself on the NDIS Commission's public provider register.

Source: NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission

Aged care approval

Listings show aged care approval where it is recorded. You can check a provider's current approval and the services they deliver on the Australian Government's My Aged Care find a provider service.

Source: My Aged Care (Department of Health and Aged Care)

ABN you can check

Most listings include the provider's Australian Business Number, shown on the profile. You can look it up on the Australian Business Register to confirm the business is registered and active.

Source: Australian Business Register

Complaints process

If you have a concern about any provider, you can lodge a complaint with the NDIS Commission or the Aged Care Quality and Safety Commission at any time. We also accept complaints via our own channel.

Source: NDIS Commission / Aged Care Commission

What happens after you request support

The next step is usually to narrow the services that matter most, shortlist two or three realistic providers, and ask practical questions about fit, availability, staff continuity, and how support will work in real life.

1. Map current barriers

Identify whether the main gaps are in communication, daily routines, behaviour, social participation, or independence at home.

2. Compare therapy and support options

Look at providers who offer the right therapy mix and support workers who understand how to work with developmental conditions in practice.

3. Check rapport and consistency

Ask about staff continuity, how therapists adapt to the person's communication style, and whether you can trial before committing.

For NDIS participants with developmental conditions, it also helps to confirm whether the provider can coordinate across therapies (e.g. OT and speech working together on the same goals) and whether support workers are trained in the specific condition.

Understanding Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)

Sensory processing disorder (SPD) occurs when the brain has difficulty organising and responding to sensory input from the environment. While not a standalone diagnosis in the DSM-5, sensory processing difficulties are increasingly recognised as a significant functional issue that affects daily life, particularly for children. SPD can present as over-responsivity (being overwhelmed by ordinary sensory input like sound, light, or touch), under-responsivity (not registering sensory input that others notice), or sensory-seeking (craving intense sensory input). Sensory processing difficulties commonly co-occur with autism, ADHD, and anxiety, and they can exist independently. For NDIS purposes, SPD typically needs to be documented as part of a broader functional impairment profile. Occupational therapy with a sensory integration focus is the primary intervention, and when it is delivered well, it can make a significant difference to the person's ability to tolerate daily environments and routines.

How sensory processing disorder affects daily life

Sensory processing difficulties can turn ordinary environments into overwhelming experiences. A child may refuse to wear certain clothes because of how they feel, cover their ears in noisy environments, gag at certain food textures, or avoid playground equipment. Adults may find workplaces, shopping centres, or public transport unbearable. Under-responsive individuals may seem disconnected or may not notice when they are hurt. Sensory seekers may crash into things, chew objects, or need constant movement. These responses are not behavioural choices; they are neurological reactions to sensory input that the person cannot control without strategies and support.

What to look for in a provider

Good sensory processing providers use a sensory integration approach based on assessment of the individual's specific sensory profile. Ask whether their OTs have postgraduate training in sensory integration (Ayres Sensory Integration is the gold standard), how they create a sensory diet for home and school, and whether they work with the person's environment rather than just doing clinic-based exercises. Red flags include providers who offer generic sensory activities without a thorough assessment, who promise a cure for sensory issues, or who do not involve parents and teachers in implementing strategies across settings.

How to access funding

Sensory processing disorder on its own may not meet NDIS access criteria unless it causes permanent and significant functional impairment. In practice, most people access the NDIS for sensory processing difficulties in the context of a broader condition such as autism or developmental delay. A paediatrician or developmental assessment team provides the primary diagnosis, and an OT with sensory integration expertise documents the functional impact of sensory processing difficulties. Plans are reviewed annually. For children under 9, the Early Childhood approach allows access without requiring a specific diagnosis.

Sources: AIHW, Australia's children: Children with disability · NDIS Our Guidelines, List A conditions likely to meet the disability requirements

Funding and costs for sensory processing disorder support

Lower

$5,000

per year

Typical

$15,000

per year

Higher

$40,000

per year

Plan size depends on whether sensory processing difficulties are the primary concern or part of a broader condition, the severity of functional impact, and whether the person needs support worker hours in addition to OT.

Illustrative ranges only — an individual plan is set by the NDIA on assessed need, not by diagnosis, and varies widely. Pricing basis: NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025-26.

Common funding categories

Capacity Building - Improved Daily Living Core - Assistance with Daily Life Capacity Building - Improved Learning Core - Assistance with Social and Community Participation Capital - Assistive Technology Capacity Building - Support Coordination

OT sessions specialising in sensory integration cost $193-$234/hr under the NDIS. Sensory equipment for the home (weighted blankets, swings, fidget tools) may be funded through assistive technology or consumables budgets.

Figures are indicative and based on the current NDIS Price Guide and published Home Care Package rates. Actual costs depend on your plan, provider, and location.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How does occupational therapy help children with sensory processing disorder in Australia?

Occupational therapists use sensory integration approaches to help children with sensory processing disorder in Australia manage overwhelm, build tolerance, and participate in school and daily activities. Carevo connects families in your area with OTs and support providers experienced in sensory processing differences.

Does sensory processing disorder qualify for NDIS funding in Australia?

Sensory processing disorder as a standalone diagnosis does not automatically qualify for NDIS funding in Australia. Eligibility depends on whether the functional impairment is substantial and permanent, and SPD often appears in the context of autism, ADHD, or other conditions. An OT functional capacity assessment can document the level of impairment. Carevo connects you with assessment providers in your area.

What occupational therapy approaches help with sensory processing disorder in Australia?

OTs who specialise in sensory processing disorder in Australia use sensory integration therapy (Ayres Sensory Integration), sensory diets, and environment modification to help people regulate their sensory responses. NDIS-funded OT can be delivered at home or in a clinic setting. Carevo lists OT providers in your area with sensory integration experience.

What early intervention is available for children with sensory processing issues in Australia?

Early intervention OT and developmental support through the NDIS in Australia can help young children with sensory processing difficulties build regulation, motor, and participation skills before school age. The NDIS Early Childhood approach provides access for children under 9. Carevo lists early intervention providers across your area.

How can I find an OT who specialises in sensory processing disorder in Australia?

Carevo lists occupational therapists in Australia who work with sensory processing disorder and sensory integration approaches. When comparing providers, look for OTs who have completed postgraduate training in Ayres Sensory Integration or who specifically list SPD as an area of practice. Carevo can help you find the right fit in your area.

Popular local support pages for Sensory Processing Disorder

Use these pages to compare local providers, check which services are most relevant in each area, and widen your shortlist if the first suburb does not have the right fit.

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New South Wales1257
Northern Territory82
Queensland847
South Australia401
Tasmania110
Victoria710
Western Australia362
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