Find *amazing* paediatric therapists and allied health services in Perth
When your child needs extra support, knowing where to start can feel overwhelming. Perth Kids Hub brings together paediatric therapists and allied health services in one easy-to-browse place, so you can focus on finding the right fit for your child.On this page, you’ll find services such as paediatric occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and counsellors, physiotherapists and other child-focused allied health professionals.
Each listing is written with parents in mind, making it easier to understand what each service offers, who they work with, and how they can help. You’ll see practical information like age ranges, areas of focus, locations, and funding options (including NDIS where applicable), so you can quickly narrow down what’s relevant for your family.
Whether you’re seeking support for developmental delays, feeding, communication, sensory needs, mental health, physical skills, school readiness or everyday life skills, this is your starting point to explore trusted paediatric services across Perth.
Use the filters to search by your child’s age, specific needs, location and more, then click through to provider profiles to learn more and get in touch.
Therapists with availability or short waitlists
- Paediatrician Dr Grant Ferguson at Westerly Clinic (Claremont/Subiaco): recently reopened his ADHD waitlist for ages 10-24 years. He is also offering multidisciplinary autism assessments for young people aged 10–18 with a Clinical Psychologist, which satisfies both Department of Education and NDIS requirements. Westerly Youth Clinic is moving to Subiaco in April.
- Paediatrician Dr Andrew Savery (Booragoon) has reopened his books starting from March 2026. He specialises in ADHD, autism and developmental delay.
- Paediatrician Dr Mark Parker (Wembley) has open books for all developmental concerns for all ages including ADHD and autism diagnosis.
- Cub Care has telehealth ADHD appointments available with paediatricians from April 2026. For initial assessment, diagnosis and management package it is $985 out of pocket. It’s worth checking their website regularly as they often release new appointments.
Paediatricians for autism assessments with open books or short waitlists
- Paediatrician Dr Grant Ferguson (Westerly Clinic, Claremont/Subiaco): multidisciplinary autism assessments for young people aged 10–18 with a Clinical Psychologist usually available within two weeks of intake paperwork being submitted.
- Paediatrician Dr Andrew Savery (Booragoon): has reopened his books starting from March 2026. He specialises in ADHD, autism and developmental delay.
- Paediatrician Dr Mark Parker (Paediatric Therapy and Developmental Services, Wembley): has open books for all developmental concerns for all ages including ADHD and autism diagnosis.
- Paediatrician Dr Paul Wallman and Developmental Paediatrician Dr Katy Burley (Greenhouse Paediatrics, Karrinyup): approx. 2.5 month wait list for autism assessment with Clinical Psychologist and conferral of diagnosis if indicated/required by paediatrician or occupational therapist.
- Paediatrician Dr Sabrina Barrett (Wild Child Paediatrics, Nedlands): will see children referred internally after seeing psychologist Sian Reed for an autism screening. Dr Barrett’s books are currently closed for direct referrals but families can register to be notified when they reopen, which is expected in July 2026.
- Paediatricians Dr Farhat Hussain and Dr Nancy Elsheikh (Murdoch Baby and Paediatric Services, Murdoch): ADHD and autism assessments costing approx $1,100 to $1,500 depending on the complexity of the assessment. Six month waitlist.
- Health in Mind (Claremont) has introduced a new autism assessment pathway for children with an assessment by their clinical psychologist and internal referral to paediatrician for confirmation of diagnosis if indicated.
Psychiatrists for ADHD or autism assessments with open books or short waitlists
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Murugesh Nidyananda (Sage Clinic, telehealth) has availability for autism, ADHD and general mental health assessments from 5 years of age. ADHD and autism assessments for children/adolescents are $939.40 out of pocket cost. Combined ADHD and autism assessments for overlapping presentations are $1,544.40 out of pocket.
- Psychiatrist Dr Marie-Caroline Viebke (Sage Clinic, telehealth) has availability for autism, ADHD and general mental health assessments for adolescents and adults. ADHD and autism assessments for children/adolescents are $739.40 out of pocket cost. Combined ADHD and autism assessments for overlapping presentations are $1,344.40 out of pocket.
Respiratory Paediatricians with open books or short waitlists
- Paediatric Respiratory Physician Dr David Hancock (Kinkaya, Innaloo): accepting referrals for assessment and management of childhood respiratory conditions including asthma, chronic cough and wheeze.
Paediatricians for ADHD with open books or short waitlists
- Paediatrician Dr Grant Ferguson at Westerly Clinic (Claremont/Subiaco): recently reopened his ADHD waitlist for ages 10-24 years. He is also offering multidisciplinary autism assessments for young people aged 10–18 with a Clinical Psychologist, which satisfies both Department of Education and NDIS requirements. Westerly Youth Clinic is moving to Subiaco in April.
- Paediatrician Dr Andrew Savery (Booragoon) has reopened his books starting from March 2026. He specialises in ADHD, autism and developmental delay.
- Paediatrician Dr Mark Parker (Wembley) has open books for all developmental concerns for all ages including ADHD and autism diagnosis.
- Cub Care has telehealth ADHD appointments available with paediatricians from April 2026. For initial assessment, diagnosis and management package it is $985 out of pocket. It’s worth checking their website regularly as they often release new appointments.
Paediatricians for autism assessments with open books or short waitlists
- Paediatrician Dr Grant Ferguson (Westerly Clinic, Claremont/Subiaco): multidisciplinary autism assessments for young people aged 10–18 with a Clinical Psychologist usually available within two weeks of intake paperwork being submitted.
- Paediatrician Dr Andrew Savery (Booragoon): has reopened his books starting from March 2026. He specialises in ADHD, autism and developmental delay.
- Paediatrician Dr Mark Parker (Paediatric Therapy and Developmental Services, Wembley): has open books for all developmental concerns for all ages including ADHD and autism diagnosis.
- Paediatrician Dr Paul Wallman and Developmental Paediatrician Dr Katy Burley (Greenhouse Paediatrics, Karrinyup): approx. 2.5 month wait list for autism assessment with Clinical Psychologist and conferral of diagnosis if indicated/required by paediatrician or occupational therapist.
- Paediatrician Dr Sabrina Barrett (Wild Child Paediatrics, Nedlands): will see children referred internally after seeing psychologist Sian Reed for an autism screening. Dr Barrett’s books are currently closed for direct referrals but families can register to be notified when they reopen, which is expected in July 2026.
- Paediatricians Dr Farhat Hussain and Dr Nancy Elsheikh (Murdoch Baby and Paediatric Services, Murdoch): ADHD and autism assessments costing approx $1,100 to $1,500 depending on the complexity of the assessment. Six month waitlist.
- Health in Mind (Claremont) has introduced a new autism assessment pathway for children with an assessment by their clinical psychologist and internal referral to paediatrician for confirmation of diagnosis if indicated.
Psychiatrists for ADHD or autism assessments with open books or short waitlists
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Dr Murugesh Nidyananda (Sage Clinic, telehealth) has availability for autism, ADHD and general mental health assessments from 5 years of age. ADHD and autism assessments for children/adolescents are $939.40 out of pocket cost. Combined ADHD and autism assessments for overlapping presentations are $1,544.40 out of pocket.
- Psychiatrist Dr Marie-Caroline Viebke (Sage Clinic, telehealth) has availability for autism, ADHD and general mental health assessments for adolescents and adults. ADHD and autism assessments for children/adolescents are $739.40 out of pocket cost. Combined ADHD and autism assessments for overlapping presentations are $1,344.40 out of pocket.
Respiratory Paediatricians with open books or short waitlists
- Paediatric Respiratory Physician Dr David Hancock (Kinkaya, Innaloo): accepting referrals for assessment and management of childhood respiratory conditions including asthma, chronic cough and wheeze.
Support does not need to wait for a diagnosis
Many families begin allied health support, school accommodations and parent education and coaching while they wait for specialist appointments. Here are just a few of the practitioners you can find on Perth Kids Hub who can support your child and family. No referral is required for allied health services.
Paediatric dietitians
Paediatrician dietitians support children with fussy eating, growth concerns, food allergies, intolerances, feeding difficulties and special dietary needs.
Paediatric occupational therapists
Paediatric occupational therapists (OTs) really are the jack of all trades. They help kids do the things they want to do (like play with their friends) or need to do (like eat, sleep, get dressed, pee and poo). They can help children with motor skills, sensory processing, daily tasks and emotional regulation to promote independence and development. Paediatric occupational therapists might specialise in a particular area. There are Continence Occupational Therapists, Nature-based Occupational Therapists and even Sleep Occupational Therapists.
Speech pathologists
Speech pathologists have the BEST games. Pop the Pig, Zingo, and the Pirate game are all ones we’ve discovered are super fun when working with speech pathologists. Speech pathologists can support skills such as speech, language, communication and social skills.
Speech pathologists may have completed additional training to complete autism assessments, help children with lisps or stutters. Some speech pathologists have expertise in feeding and work with children with challenges swallowing or sensory preferences when it comes to eating or drinking.
Paediatric physiotherapists
Paediatric phsyiotherapists help children with movement, strength, coordination and physical develoment to improve mobility, function and participation in daily activities. Physiotherapists might work with your child at home, in the community, in a gym or even in a hydrotherapy pool.
Paediatric exercise physiologists
Paediatric exercise physiologists support children’s fitness, strength, motor skills and chronic condition management through tailored fun and developmentally appropriate exercise programs.
Psychologists
Psychologists support children with emotions, beahviour, anxiety, trauma and learning challenges to improve wellbeing, resilience and mental health.
Play therapists
Play therapists help children express emotions, process trauma, build coping skills and imprve behaviour through therapeutic play in a safe environment.
ADHD Coaches
ADHD Coaches help children build focus, organisation, time management and emotional regulation skills to boost confidence and succeed in daily life.
