Our multidisciplinary team is the heart of ACS. Each member brings a unique perspective and specialised expertise to help neurodivergent children and teens thrive. Together, we create a collaborative, supportive environment for every family we work with.

Sarah Hampton, founder of Autism Consultancy Services, is a passionate advocate for neurodiversity with over 15 years of experience as an ASD consultant, teacher, trainer, psychotherapist, and counsellor. A neurodivergent professional with ADHD, Sarah brings both lived experience and professional expertise to her work, offering deep empathy and understanding to the neurodivergent children and families she supports.

Sarah studied Psychology at the University of Lincoln in the UK, specialising in intellectual disabilities and literacy for individuals with Autism, ADHD, and Dyslexia. She also earned a Postgraduate Certificate of Education focused on disability and curriculum accessibility through literacy programs. Sarah has dedicated her career to supporting children with Autism in mainstream education, championing neuro-affirming practices that celebrate individuality and strengths.

Inspired by her parents’ unconditional support during her own neurodiversity journey, Sarah is committed to providing the same passionate advocacy and empowering families to help their children thrive. Through evidence-based strategies and a personal commitment to change systems to fit the child, Sarah’s vision for ACS is to create environments where neurodivergent children can flourish with confidence.

Anita North began her professional education at Edith Cowan University in WA, earning degrees in psychology and education. She later completed a Bachelor of Social Science and a Master’s in Education. Since 2009, she has been actively involved in the professional assessment and diagnosis of children.

She believes lasting change comes through education and understanding and is dedicated to guiding families on this journey. Passionate about collaboration, Anita works closely with families, educators, and specialists to build strong support networks for each child.

Ashley is a qualified social worker and play therapist, specialising in neuro-affirming support for neurodivergent children, teens and their families.

With years of experience and a strong commitment to strengths-based approaches, Ashley is passionate about helping neurodivergent children and teens to feel more at home in a world that is largely built with neurotypical people in mind. She works in a very personalised way, helping her clients to work toward their own unique social and emotional goals, while celebrating their own unique strengths, abilities, and individuality.

Arimel has been working with neurodivergent children as a therapist since 2023. She holds a Psychology Honours degree and is pursuing a master’s in counselling, with specialised training in play therapy.

Using empirically supported techniques, Arimel helps children develop emotional literacy, communication skills, and self-regulation through play therapy. She collaborates with parents, carers, and other important people in the child’s life to ensure continuity of care, empowering children while preserving their unique identities.

Specialising in social and emotional capacity-building group programs, Mackenzie creates supportive and engaging spaces where children can build confidence, develop communication skills, and strengthen emotional regulation in a way that feels natural and empowering.

Mackenzie has a special interest in using Dungeons & Dragons as a therapy approach, using its storytelling, problem-solving, and role-playing elements to foster social connection and self-expression. Through flexible gameplay, he supports teamwork, decision-making, and perspective-taking in a fun, low-pressure setting, ensuring every child feels safe, valued, and free to be their authentic self.

Amelia is a therapy assistant at ACS, and is part of the team that delivers social and emotional capacity-building groups.

With a strong understanding of neurodiversity, Amelia fosters a safe and inclusive environment where children feel valued and empowered. She is passionate about helping each child build meaningful connections and develop practical skills in a way that aligns with their unique strengths and needs.

She has recently completed a Bachelor of Science with a major in Psychology at the University of Melbourne and is now completing her 4th year of Psychology study at Monash University.

If you’re an ACS client, you will already know how important Emily is to ACS. With a background in psychology, Emily built her management career in State Government, equipping her to expertly support ACS with project management, human resources, systems improvement, and business administration.

As a trusted go-to person for resolving issues, offering guidance, and ensuring smooth operations, Emily is always seeking ways to add value, improve processes, and foster a supportive and empowering environment.