Assessment and intake at Spectrum Hearts

The assessment process at Spectrum Hearts helps our multidisciplinary team understand each child's strengths, needs, and potential — forming the foundation for an individualised therapy plan.

From first contact through intake and developmental assessment, our team guides families with clarity, compassion, and dignity. All therapy following assessment is completely free through our non-payment voucher model.

What we focus on

  • Initial contact and family intake
  • Developmental assessment across disciplines
  • Individualised therapy plan creation
  • Introduction to assigned therapists
  • Ongoing review and progress tracking

Expected outcomes

  • A clear understanding of your child's strengths and needs
  • A coordinated multidisciplinary therapy plan
  • Families informed and confident about next steps
  • Therapy sessions scheduled based on individualised recommendations

Frequently asked questions

Families can begin by contacting us through the Contact page or by email. Our team will guide you through intake and next steps for your child.

Spectrum Hearts supports children with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other developmental challenges. Eligibility is confirmed during intake based on each child's needs.

An initial developmental assessment helps our multidisciplinary team understand your child's strengths and needs and plan appropriate therapy. Specific requirements are shared during registration.

Due to growing demand, some families may be placed on a waiting list. We prioritise fairly and keep families informed of availability — please contact us for current status.

Session frequency is individualised by our therapists based on each child's assessment and therapy plan — across speech, occupational, behaviour, ABA, physiotherapy, special education, and parent guidance as needed.