For Referrers
Referring to Exceptionally You
Exceptionally You provides neuroaffirming, trauma-informed therapy for neurodivergent children, teenagers and young adults aged 8–25, alongside support for parents and carers.
I welcome enquiries and referrals from GPs, schools, allied health professionals, mental health services, family services and other professionals supporting children, young people and families.
Who I work with
I work with young people who are autistic, ADHD, otherwise neurodivergent, or exploring whether they may be neurodivergent.
Referrals may be appropriate for young people seeking support with:
Anxiety, overwhelm and emotional regulation
Masking, exhaustion and burnout
School difficulties, avoidance and transitions
Friendships and relationships
Identity, confidence and self-esteem
Understanding neurodivergence
Trauma and difficult life experiences
Communication and connection
Life transitions and increasing independence
A formal neurodevelopmental diagnosis is not required.
Parent & carer support
Parents and carers can access support independently, including when their young person is not ready or willing to engage in therapy.
Sessions may focus on understanding the young person's needs, making sense of what's happening beneath behaviour, strengthening connection and developing neuroaffirming ways of responding and providing support.
Therapeutic approaches
Therapy is tailored to the individual young person and may draw from:
EMDR
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
DBT-informed strategies
Creative and play-based approaches
Therapeutic gaming, including Minecraft
Visual resources, storytelling and shared interests
My work is neuroaffirming, trauma-informed and inclusive of LGBTQIA+ young people and families.
Location & appointments
In person: Shepparton, Victoria
Telehealth: Available across Australia where clinically appropriate
Fees & funding
Private referrals are welcome and a referral is not required to access services.
As an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, I can provide Medicare-rebatable mental health services for eligible clients with a valid Mental Health Treatment Plan and referral.
Self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants may be able to access services where appropriate to their individual funding and circumstances.
Third-party funding may also be considered where a school, service, agency or other organisation is funding therapeutic support.
Making a referral
Professionals are welcome to contact me via email before making a referral if you would like to discuss whether Exceptionally You may be an appropriate fit.
Where possible, please include:
Young person's name, age and contact details
Parent or carer details where appropriate
Reason for referral
Relevant diagnoses or current supports, if known
Funding or referral information, where applicable
Your contact details as the referring professional
Once a referral is received, I will make contact to discuss suitability and next steps.
Not sure whether a referral is appropriate?
You're welcome to get in touch to discuss a potential referral before sending through identifying or sensitive information.
Getting in touch doesn't commit you to an appointment. I'll respond to your enquiry and, if it seems like we may be a good fit, we can discuss the next steps and arrange an appointment.
I usually respond within 2–3 business days.