The Story Behind
NeuroKind
Why NeuroKind
NeuroKind was created from a simple but powerful belief: that care should be thoughtful, collaborative and grounded in genuine understanding.
I started NeuroKind after seeing how often people are expected to adapt to systems that were never designed with them in mind. At NeuroKind, supports are personalised, meaningful to the individual and designed to be sustainable for everyday life, not just the short term.
My Approach
At its core, NeuroKind is about meeting people where they are. It is about taking the time to truly understand each individual and approaching care with empathy, curiosity and respect, rather than assumptions or expectations to conform. Every decision is guided by respect for neurodiversity, emotional wellbeing, and the belief that support should feel empowering rather than overwhelming.
What NeuroKind Means
The name NeuroKind reflects this mission in more than one way.
“Neuro” acknowledges the many different ways people think, feel, learn, communicate and experience the world.
“Kind” represents the approach that underpins NeuroKind; compassion, patience, understanding and genuine connection.
It also reflects the belief that no two neurodivergent people are the same. Each person is their own kind, with unique strengths, needs, goals and ways of being. Support should adapt to the individual, rather than expecting the individual to adapt to systems.
Support Areas
NeuroKind offers neuro-affirming, strengths-based developmental support tailored to individuals, families and everyday environments.
Everyday Skills & Independence
Building practical life skills that support independence at home, in education, at work and in the community, including routines, organisation, transitions, and self care.
Emotional Regulation & Behaviour Supports
Providing therapeutic, neuro affirming behaviour support that focuses on understanding behaviour as communication and developing practical strategies that support wellbeing and quality of life.
Communication & Social Connection
Supporting communication and social connection in ways that feel authentic, respectful and aligned with each person’s natural way of interacting with others.
Play Based & Developmental Support
Using interests, strengths, play and meaningful activities to support development, participation, emotional wellbeing and everyday life skills across different stages of life.
Education, Employment & Community Support
Supporting participation across education, work and community environments, including collaboration with educators, families and support networks.
Transition Support
Supporting individuals through life transitions, including changes within education, work, routines, relationships and community environments.
NeuroKind is not a registered provider of NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Plans. However, therapeutic, neuro-affirming behaviour support can be provided, with a focus on understanding behaviour as communication and developing practical, positive strategies that support wellbeing and quality of life.
How NeuroKind Can Support
Explore individualised supports designed to build capacity, confidence and meaningful participation across everyday life.
Meet Erin
Developmental Educator
Hi, I’m Erin, the Developmental Educator behind NeuroKind Developmental Education. I’m also the wearer of many other hats, including being a mum and someone with lived experience of neurodiversity.
My Background
I hold a Master’s degree in Autism and Neurodivergent Studies and am an accredited and registered Developmental Educator with Developmental Educators Australia Inc. (DEAI). My work is grounded in neuro affirming, strengths based and evidence informed practice, shaped by both professional training and lived experience.
My Approach
As a Developmental Educator, I support neurodivergent individuals and their families across different ages and stages of life. I have a particular interest in early intervention and supporting families during the early years, while recognising that development, wellbeing and support needs continue across the lifespan. My approach is flexible, collaborative and responsive to each individual’s unique strengths, needs, goals and environments.
Working Together
At NeuroKind, support is not about fixing or changing neurodivergent people. It is about building capacity, confidence, connection, participation and wellbeing in ways that feel meaningful and sustainable in everyday life. I work collaboratively with individuals, families, carers, educators and other professionals to ensure supports align with real life routines, environments and goals.
If you’re feeling unsure, curious, or simply wanting to explore what support could look like, I’m here to walk alongside you.
Fees & Funding
NDIS • Self Managed • Plan Managed • Private
NeuroKind Developmental Education supports can be accessed using NDIS funding (Self Managed or Plan Managed) or through private fee paying arrangements.
Services are delivered as therapeutic capacity building supports and are generally claimed under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living.
If you are unsure whether your funding can be used, I’m always happy to discuss this with you.
Accessing Supports
NeuroKind Developmental Education supports can be accessed using NDIS funding (Self Managed or Plan Managed) or through private paying arrangements.
Services are delivered as therapeutic capacity building supports and are generally claimed under:
Capacity Building – Improved Daily Living
If you are unsure whether your funding can be used, I’m always happy to discuss this with you.
Fees & Session Structure
Fees are charged in line with current NDIS pricing arrangements for Developmental Educators.
Travel may be charged in accordance with NDIS guidelines where applicable.
Sessions typically include:
• 45–50 minutes of direct therapeutic support
• 10–15 minutes for documentation, planning, liaison and follow up where required.
This allows supports to remain thoughtful, evidence informed, well planned and responsive to individual goals and everyday environments.
Learn More
For more information about Developmental Education, scope of practice and current pricing guidelines, you can visit:
• Developmental Educators Australia Incorporated (DEAI)
• NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits
These resources provide up to date guidance on professional standards and funding.
If you are unsure where to start, feel free to get in touch and I’d be happy to talk through your options.
Get in Touch
If you'd like to learn more about NeuroKind or explore support options, I'd love to hear from you. Reach out below and I'll be in touch.
Northern Adelaide • Barossa & surrounds
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