Neuro Flourish

17/11/2025

We are ONE!

We have grown so much in twelve months, and couldn't have done it without our amazingly dedicated and passionate team and every single family who has come through our doors.

Neuro Flourish's vision is to create a world where every child and adolescent, regardless of their neurotype, is valued, understood, and supported by a network of compassionate and neurodiversity-affirming families, communities, health and education professionals.

We envision a future where all individuals thrive in environments that celebrate their unique strengths, ensuring their holistic well-being and empowering them to lead fulfilling, impactful lives.

We are just getting started!

14/11/2025

'Masking' is when we hide, suppress or camouflage ourselves to try and 'fit in.'

Almost everyone does this at some time in their lives, for certain situations or in front of certain people.

But imagine for a minute that you have to mask everywhere you go, in front of every person and all the time. Even at home.

Not only that... you are rewarded for it.

Imagine you are told that who you are isn't 'right'.

That your NEEDS aren't as important as other people's WANTS.

Most neurodivergent people have lived their entire lives this way, with this belief that we are fundamentally flawed, that we have to hide or change who we are.

Traditionally, allied health professionals actively taught masking and unfortunately some still do.

The reality is that masking has disasterous consequences on our mental health and self-worth.

As adults when we are learning to unmask and can be our authentic self, it can bring up feelings of shame, guilt, anger, sadness and grief.

Learning to unmask is hard and it's not linear. We don't wake up one day unmasked. It can take years to learn to truly be ourselves and realise that the way we are in the world is beautiful and totally OK!!!!

At Neuro Flourish, we believe wholeheartedly, that every neurodivergent child, should be supported to be themselves.

It is not our job to change the child or adolescent to fit into the neurotypical world.

It is our job to change the world around the child for them to be able to show up AUTHENTICALLY, UNMASKED and honour their neurotype in every support we provide!

13/11/2025

We have our next 3 months trainings for speech pathologists on sale for Black Friday!

Use the code BLACK-FRIDAY25 and get 20% off!

Register for our online School Can't training
25th November 2025 | 9am-12pm | Recording available
https://www.trybooking.com/DGNLB

Register for our face-to-face School Can't training
3rd December 2025 | 9:00am - 12:00pm | Not recorded
https://www.trybooking.com/DGUOQ

Register for our face-to-face Self-Advocacy Training (Mayfield)
8th January 2026 | 9:00am - 2:30pm | Not recorded
https://www.trybooking.com/DGVPX

Register for our ADHD Done Differently for Speech Pathologists face-to-face training (Mayfield, NSW)
16th January 2026 | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Not recorded
https://www.trybooking.com/DHFCD

Looking forward to seeing you soon!

11/11/2025

Are you an experienced, passionate and neurodiversity-affirming tutor? Well... this role could be for you!

Afternoon positions available in 2026.

We are looking for English, Maths and Science tutors for years 3-12.
Music teachers/tutors are also wanted!

Suitable for Teachers, Music Teachers or University students with
Apply here: https://forms.gle/BYqkbjPjhKdyGmac7

05/11/2025

We have some exciting news!

We have a brilliant paediatric speech pathologist starting with us from January 5th 2026!

We will do a reveal soon - but if you need speech pathology services for your child or adolescent, reach out!

Clinic Appointments, Telehealth and Outreach Appointments Available. But be quick! Her diary is filling fast!

Email us at team@neuroflourish.com.au

Call us on 0425 149 710 or

Complete the form here: https://neuroflourish.splose.com/public-form/cf82e882-5e0a-4875-a178-7fac96f763e3

01/11/2025

Our owner, Linda, is passionate about ensuring all neurodivergent children are supported.

So she jumped at the chance to be part of some research with a PhD candidate from Deakin University- Emily looking at ADHD traits in individuals born female, around puberty.

Check it out... it's in pre-print!

Background: Adolescents with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) may be more vulnerable to mental health challenges during puberty, and some evidence suggests that puberty impacts ADHD traits. However, pubertal influences on adolescents assigned female at birth (AFAB) with ADHD are poorl...

28/10/2025

Neurodiversity = The world is better with them all!

Neurodiversity reminds us that there isn’t one “right” way for brains to think, learn, feel, or communicate.

Every way of being, thinking and learning in the world adds something valuable to our shared world.

When we celebrate differences and support everyone to understand each other, instead of trying to “fix” people, we create communities where everyone can flourish.

Image description:
A bright yellow background with bold green text at the top reading “Neurodiversity = The world is better with them all!”

Below, a range of neurotypes are listed in white text: Autism, ADHD, Apraxia, Tourette Syndrome, DLD, Dyslexia, OCD, DCD, Dysgraphia, Stuttering, Neurotypical, and Dyscalculia.

The Neuro Flourish logo sits in the bottom right corner, surrounded by a white paint splash.

21/10/2025

New Training from Neuro Flourish for speech pathologists!

Early Bird Tickets available until 1st of November.

Face to Face Workshop: https://www.trybooking.com/DGUOQ

Online Training (Webinar format - not a workshop format): https://www.trybooking.com/DGNLB

Did you know?

School can't (also known as school avoidance, school based anxiety or school refusal) is extremely common in the neurodivergent population. In fact, over 92% of children and adolescents who experience school can't are neurodivergent. Schools are designed for neurotypical students and brains - not neurodivergent ones!

Linda Baker (our owner) has experience with school can't personally as a neurodivergent individual, a mum to children who have experienced school can't and as a speech pathologist who have helped multiple families, children, adolescents and schools with school can't.

This training dives into:
* What school can't actually is...and what it isn't!
* Identification of early signs of school can't
* Common contributors of school can't from a community/society, family and individual child/adolescent perspective.
* A tool you can use for the identification of strengths, challenges and issues arising for children/adolescents in your sessions.
* Communication strengths, challenges and accommodations that can be made to assist with school can't... and more.

20/10/2025

We love sunflowers at Neuro Flourish, and are big fans of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower! Thank you for everything you do!

It’s Invisible Disabilities Week (19–25 October)! 🌻

Around 80–85% of people with a disability have one that isn’t visible. These include neurological, cognitive, sensory, mental health, and chronic conditions that aren’t always immediately apparent.

Not all disabilities are visible — but a little understanding and kindness can go a long way in making everyone feel seen and supported.

Image description: A green graphic with sunflower design promoting Invisible Disabilities Week, 19th–25th October. It features a Sunflower lanyard, a person icon with a sunflower, and the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower logo.

15/10/2025

A bitter-sweet post incoming!

Our incredible Practice Manager, Azura, is heading off soon to see the world so we are looking for someone to fill her incredible shoes!

This position is for 4 days per week commencing January 2026.

You will be trained by our current Practice Manager and then be handed over the reigns to run our incredible clinic!

This is a 6 month temporary contract, with possibility of extension, or to join our permanent administration team following this position!

Apply today!

Information at: https://neuroflourish.com.au/jobs-practice-manager/

13/10/2025

A new training for speech pathologists is here!

Book now: https://www.trybooking.com/DGNLB

11/10/2025

Every campaign we run becomes a space where creativity, connection, and confidence grow... one dice roll at a time.

Our tween group is full, so we are launching an older teen group!

Do you have a 15-18 year old who is creative and will enjoy having a weekly adventure with others who have similiar interests?

Bring them along to join a party of adventures for Term 4!

Mondays Afternoon sessions 3:30pm - 5:30pm
At Neuro Flourish, Mayfield

Run by a practiced Game Master (an allied health assistant) who is passionate about neurodiversity-affirming practice and supporting authentic communication and connection with neurodivergent teens!

An evidence-based practice to support social connection and communciation skills.

Our D&D club might be NDIS claimable (Self and Plan Managed Clients) or for private paying clients.

Join our club!
Register your interest today: https://neuroflourish.splose.com/public-form/2e0584b7-1b8f-4cdd-84c9-deeecffb0904