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Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central Coast

Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central CoastDevelopmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central CoastDevelopmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central Coast

Strengths-Based Growth for Autistic Adolescents 

Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central Coast

Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central CoastDevelopmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central CoastDevelopmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism | Central Coast

Strengths-Based Growth for Autistic Adolescents 

You Want Your Teen to Thrive — Not Just Cope.

Welcome to Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism

Adolescence is a complex stage of life — and for teens with autism, the challenges can feel even greater. Social expectations increase. Academic demands grow. Emotional experiences become more intense. The need for autonomy and independence is becoming paramount.


Our developmental coaching program supports adolescents with autism across the Central Coast in developing the practical, emotional, and executive functioning skills they need to thrive — not just cope.


We take a strength-based, neurodiversity-affirming approach that respects your teen’s individuality while building meaningful, measurable growth.

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Book a free 20-minute consultation with me to learn more about how I can help your teen achieve their goals.

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Focused Support For Adolescents With Autism

Improve Social Confidence

Strengthen Executive Functioning

Build Emotional Regulation Skills

Build Emotional Regulation Skills

Strengthen Executive Functioning

Build Emotional Regulation Skills

Strengthen Executive Functioning

Strengthen Executive Functioning

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Navigate Peer Relationships

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Navigate Peer Relationships

Understand Sensory Needs

Develop Independence & Life Readiness

Navigate Peer Relationships

Uncle T Care Coaching Approach

Identity First

Every young person we work with is more than a diagnosis. We help neurodivergent teens understand their strengths, recognise their uniqueness, and build genuine self-acceptance. When identity is clear, confidence follows.

Purpose-Driven Development

Support should lead somewhere. Our work goes beyond day-to-day assistance. Through strength-based coaching and practical life development, we guide adolescents toward greater independence — not just functionally, but personally.

Relational, Mentorship-Based

Growth happens in relationship.

The “Uncle” represents something intentional: steady guidance, strong role modelling, and a supportive presence that feels both safe and empowering. When young people feel understood, they open up. When they open up, they grow.

Why Choose Us

Your Coach

Your Autism Developmental Coach has been entrusted by numerous parents and guardians across the Central Coast to provide meaningful support to their child. 

Deep Experience

Some paths need a companion! We understand the opportunities and challenges neurodivergent individuals face - on an emotional level. We embody the inner compass and the strategic frameworks & methods to support our clients navigate adolescence into adulthood.

Evidence-Based

Our services are underpinned by evidence-based approaches, frameworks and tools that are appropriate for those who need a safe environment to explore and foster their innate instinct to grow. 

  The Autism Coach Certificate provides accreditation across five international bodies to coach and support individuals with autism to develop the inner capacity and the skills to become independent and self-aware adults.

Services

Developmental Coaching

Developmental Coaching for Adolescents with Autism will provide you with the skills and inner capacity to navigate home and school life.


Tools for Communicating

Techniques for Emotional Balance

Strategies for Facing the Unknown

Models for Self-Awareness

Methods for Planning & Organising

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School Leaver Employment Support

Focused sessions towards adolescents approaching adulthood will provide the clarity and confidence to step forward into a new world.


Visioning the Future

Developing the Job Skills

Co-Creating the Scripts & Resumes

Role-playing Critical Conversations

Improving Computer Literacy 

Managing Transitions

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A research study 'Autism in Australia: Community Knowledge and Autistic People's Experience', highlights that only 58.6% of those aged 13-17 receive external support and of those receiving services, 42.8% report that the support they receive is inadequate to meet their needs.

Why Families Choose Us

Specialised Focus on Adolescents with Autism

After years of working with a wide range of disabilities, we have uncovered our innate capabilities & strengths offer great positive benefits for adolescents with autism.

Strengths-Based & Neuro-affirming

We appreciate the neurodiverse mind and support our clients leverage their strengths to thrive in the world. 

Calm & Supportive Coaching Environment

Through years of training, we offer an attuned presence to our clients, leaving them feeling safe and calm. 

Serving Families across the Central Coast

We partner with parents, allied health professionals and others to ensure our clients are appropriately supported.

Build your Inner Capacity with Uncle T Care Coaching

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Meet Jack, Jim, & John

Jack, 13

Jack, 13

Jack, 13

  “I want to make my own decisions and be free from other people demanding I do things. I’m not trying to be difficult. I just want to be understood and trusted."

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Jim, 15

Jack, 13

Jack, 13

 "If I’m competent, people will respect me. If they don’t see it, it’s as if it doesn’t count."

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John, 18

Jack, 13

John, 18

"If I can build strong relationships and communicate well, I’ll belong—and that’s what matters most."

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Challenges

Are you facing any of these challenges with your adolescent with autism?

Communication Challenges:

There seems to be an increasing gap of connection between you and your adolescent, verbal communication is becoming increasingly limited to the literal & practical, and insight into their inner world sometimes feels impossible.


Behavioural Issues:

Anxiety, outbursts, meltdowns, rigidity, and resistance to change is becoming increasingly frequent at home or at school. It feels like all of sudden you can't influence them - all the tricks and techniques no longer work. 


Identity Issues:

You sense that your adolescent is struggling with understanding who they are, and this is impacting their self-esteem, social belonging and direction in life.


School Performance:

Academic results and active engagement in class are showing worrying signs and you are unsure how to navigate this with your teen and the school. 


Family Stress and Carer Burnout:

"Your cup is empty" or in other words, you and your family are exhausted. You're only human and can juggle the responsibility balls of family and work for so long. 


Independence vs Safety Balance:

Adolescents naturally seek independence, but you may worry about vulnerability, decision-making skills, online safety, and understanding social boundaries. 

Words from Satisfied Clients

Frequently Asked Questions

We typically work with those aged between 13 to 19 who have a diagnosis of Autism and/or ADHD. Exceptions can be made under some circumstances. 

We charge $150 AUD + GST per hour, and $1 per km for travel to a session. 

We cover the Central Central Coast Region - from Wyee in the North to Umina Beach in the South.

Yes, we have been approved by the Department of Education to enter and deliver schools to clients during school hours. Further approval from school principal is required though. 

We recommend one hour per session on a weekly basis. Some clients needs additional time to accommodate their needs.

We have found that there is a high demand for our services with adolescent boys with autism. However, we do also cater for girls with autism who require such services.

Yes we can! We prioritise those who have a diagnosis of autism, however, if we have the capacity we can accommodate those who require our services but do not necessarily have  a diagnosis.

Yes, we are structured to be support NDIS billing. 

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