Find links to diagnostic and support services for neurodiverse people and their families, in Otago, New Zealand.
Fern Collective doesn’t promote or endorse any one service—we simply provide information to help you make informed decisions.
adult diagnosis
See Details…
University of Otago Clinical Psychology Centre
FREE Service
(03) 479 7627
Parker and Chin Psychology
Theresa Parker
Level 5, Westpac Building, 106 George Street, Dunedin
parkerandchin@gmail.com
parkerandchin.com
New Zealand Telepsych Network (NZTN)
help@telepsychnetwork.nz
www.telepsychnetwork.nz
(Please note that DSS and NASC services currently do not accept telehealth diagnoses.)
Psyciatry NZ
Provides online telepsychiatry assessments for clients aged 16 and above. We accept direct referrals from clients and healthcare professionals.
(Please note that DSS and NASC services currently do not accept telehealth diagnoses.)
MindMatters Clinic
Various clinicians (online only; please note that DSS and NASC services currently do not accept telehealth diagnoses.)
0800 MIND HQ (0800 6463 47)
info@mindmatters.clinic
www.mindmatters.clinic/services/autism
Charlotte (Lucy) Roux
021 0840 3883
charlotterouxnz@gmail.com
child and youth diagnosis
See Details…
University of Otago Clinical Psychology Centre
FREE Service
(03) 479 7627
Parker and Chin Psychology
Theresa Parker
Address: Level 5, Westpac Building, 106 George Street, Dunedin
Email: parkerandchin@gmail.com
Website: parkerandchin.com
counselling
See Details…
University of Otago Clinical Psychology Centre
FREE Service
(03) 479 7627
Parker and Chin Psychology
Theresa Parker
Address: Level 5, Westpac Building, 106 George Street, Dunedin
Email: parkerandchin@gmail.com
Website: parkerandchin.com
education
See Details…
University of Otago Clinical Psychology Centre
FREE Service
(03) 479 7627
Parker and Chin Psychology
Theresa Parker
Address: Level 5, Westpac Building, 106 George Street, Dunedin
Email: parkerandchin@gmail.com
Website: parkerandchin.com
employment
See Details…
University of Otago Clinical Psychology Centre
FREE Service
(03) 479 7627
Parker and Chin Psychology
Theresa Parker
Level 5, Westpac Building, 106 George Street, Dunedin
parkerandchin@gmail.com
social groups and activities
See Details…
Autism New Zealand Adult Group
Meets once a month, please phone the Otago Branch for more details.
Enabling Love and Friendship
(027) 756 5458
enquiries@enablinglove.nz
www.enablinglove.nz
Sport and Recreation Special Olympics
Offers a range of activities in Dunedin.
Swimsation Swim School
These classes are held at Moana Pool, and they have a session called Spike Swim Class, this is for special needs children.
(03) 471 9780
Support Organisations
See Details…
Access Ability
Needs Assessment Agency (NASC) provides a ‘needs assessment’ to assist people identify their support needs and design an individual package to meet those needs including funding. They may also provide funding towards the costs of Carer Support, so that you can have someone look after the person with ASD to give you a break.
Ground Floor, Burns House, 10 George Street, Dunedin
0800 75 8700
ASD Plus Education for Families
This is a free programme for pre-school age children diagnosed with ASD delivered by Explore Specialist Advice. A referral from Access Ability or ASD Coordinator SDHB or Paediatrician will be required.
0800 000 421
explore@explore.org.nz
CCS Disability Action
Provides information, support and advocacy for children, young adults and adults and their families who have a disability.
30 Portsmouth Drive, Dunedin
(03) 477 4117
otago@ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz
Community Care Trust
King Edward Street, South Dunedin
03) 466 3055
info@cct.org.nz
Family Works (Presbyterian Support)
Provides social work and family support
(03) 477 7116
IHC / IDEA Services
42 King Edward Street, South Dunedin
(03) 466 3850
ADHD Online Support
Explore Behaviour Support Services (division of HealthCare NZ)
Specialist behaviour support services for children and adults with a disability and who have challenging behaviour. A referral from Access Ability or ASD Coordinator SDHB or Paediatrician will be required.
392 Hillside Road, Dunedin
0800 000 421
explore@explore.org.nz
Altogether Autism – information service
0800 273 463
otago@altogetherautism.org.nz
Cloud 9 Children’s Foundation – Asperger Syndrome
www.withyoueverystepoftheway.com
Citizens Advice Bureau – Free advice
301 Moray Place, Dunedin
0800 367 222
Disability Information Services
Dunedin Community House, Corner Moray Place and Great King Street, Dunedin
(03) 471 6152
info@disabilityinfo.co.nz
Dyslexia and other learning difficulties
www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nz
www.davisdyslexia.co.nz
www.davisautism.co.nz
Speld New Zealand
Epilepsy New Zealand
283 Moray Place, Dunedin
(03) 471 6207
Fragile X – learn more and find support
0508 938 0552
living and accommodation support
See Details…
Choices in Community Living
(03) 466 3055
CCS Disability Action
(03) 477 4117
www.ccsdisabilityaction.org.nz
IDEA Services
(03) 466 3850
PACT
(03) 477 6641
Corstorphine Baptist Community Trust
336 South Road, Dunedin
(03) 487 8707
McGlynn Homes
10 Balmacewen Road, Dunedin
(03) 467 6560
Mt Cargill Trust
Therapy
See Details…
CARA – speech therapy
(03) 474 0897
SHOUT – Central Otago
(027) 254 8331
Sleep Insight
Specialist sleep support for autistic children and young people.
Telehealth appointments available.
info@sleepinsight.co.nz
respite care
See Details…
My Care
Website designed for you to search for people who have registered and are looking for employment. You can also place an advertisement on this website saying what key charaters you are looking for in a carer.
09 887 9777
hello@mycare.co.nz
Holiday Programmes & Kids activities
See Details…
Te Kaha Kids
All inclusive holiday program and after school care facility in Dunedin.
Legal
See Details…
Community Law Otago
First Floor, 169 Princes Street, Dunedin
(03) 474 1922
Public Trust Dunedin
Ground Floor Plaza House, 243 Princes Street, Dunedin
0800 371 471
info@publictrust.co.nz
Nationwide Health and Disability Advocacy Service
(03) 479 0265, or 0800 555 050