referrals for gps, paediatricians & medical professionals
clear, coordinated multidisciplinary allied health care for children, teenagers and young adults
partner with emble
At Emble Allied Health, we provide multidisciplinary assessment and intervention to support developmental, behavioural, communication and functional outcomes for children, teenagers and young adults.
We work collaboratively with GPs, paediatricians, psychiatrists and other medical professionals to ensure referrals are:
- clinically appropriate and well-matched
- coordinated across disciplines where required
- clearly communicated through reports and recommendations
- focused on meaningful, functional outcomes in everyday life
Our approach is practical, participation-focused and grounded in evidence-informed allied health practice.
who we support
We support children, teenagers and young adults presenting with:
- developmental concerns
- communication difficulties
- autism and ADHD-related presentations
- emotional wellbeing and regulation challenges
- sensory and participation difficulties
- feeding and mealtime concerns
- motor and functional challenges
- school participation and learning-related concerns
- complex or multidisciplinary support needs
We provide services for:
- children (0–12 years)
- teenagers (13–17 years)
- young adults (18–25 years)
clinical services
We offer multidisciplinary allied health support across:
- Speech Pathology
- Occupational Therapy
- Psychology
- Physiotherapy
- Dietetics
- Feeding Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Early Childhood Intervention & Key Worker Supports
Supports may include:
- assessment and intervention
- parent and caregiver support
- school and community-based services
- multidisciplinary collaboration
- participation-focused therapy and supports
assessments and diagnostic pathways
We provide multidisciplinary and discipline-specific assessments to support:
- diagnostic clarification
- intervention planning
- school and participation supports
- functional understanding of strengths and needs
- broader care planning and referral pathways
Assessment areas may include:
- autism assessments (multidisciplinary)
- ADHD assessments
- cognitive and learning assessments
- communication and language assessments
- sensory and functional participation assessments
- functional capacity assessments (NDIS)
Assessment outcomes include practical recommendations designed to support meaningful participation across home, school and community environments.
coordinated multidisciplinary care
We recognise that many children and young people present with overlapping developmental, behavioural, communication, sensory and participation needs.
Our multidisciplinary model supports:
- coordinated assessment and intervention pathways
- collaboration across disciplines where appropriate
- reduced fragmentation for families and referrers
- clearer clinical communication and recommendations
- practical supports embedded across everyday environments
Where appropriate, clients may access coordinated support across multiple disciplines including Speech Pathology, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, Physiotherapy and Dietetics.
broader participation and support pathways
In addition to individual therapy and assessment services, families may also be supported through:
- group therapy programs
- school and early childhood partnerships
- parent and caregiver support
- multidisciplinary consultation
- community and participation-focused programs
This allows for more flexible and meaningful support pathways depending on the goals and needs of the child or young person.
clinical approach and referral pathways
Our approach is grounded in evidence-based and participation-focused practice, with supports designed to strengthen outcomes across everyday environments.
We aim to support:
- participation at home, school and within the community
- communication, regulation and functional skill development
- independence in everyday activities
- clearer care pathways for families and professionals
- collaborative and sustainable support planning
We accept referrals for:
- individual therapy services
- multidisciplinary assessment
- autism and ADHD assessment pathways
- feeding and mealtime support
- group therapy programs
- complex presentations requiring coordinated care
funding and access pathways
Clients may access services through a range of funding pathways depending on eligibility and service type.
This may include:
- Medicare-funded services and plans
- NDIS funding
- TAC
- private health insurance rebates (where applicable)
- privately funded services
We also support privately referred clients and families seeking multidisciplinary assessment, intervention or participation-focused support pathways.
If needed, our team can assist families in understanding available service and funding options.
referral review and next steps
Referrals are reviewed by our team to support:
- appropriate clinician allocation
- prioritisation and suitability
- coordinated pathways where multidisciplinary input may be beneficial
Families are contacted directly regarding next steps, appointments and service availability.
Where appropriate, we may recommend:
- individual therapy
- assessments
- multidisciplinary support
- group programs
- consultation pathways
We aim to maintain clear communication with referrers throughout the assessment and intervention process where appropriate.
how to refer
Referrals can be submitted by:
- completing our online referral form
- emailing a referral letter or supporting documentation
- contacting our team directly
To support triage and service matching, referrals may include:
- reason for referral
- relevant developmental or medical history
- previous reports or assessments (where available)
- current concerns and goals
- family contact details
need to discuss a referral or complex case?
We welcome direct communication with referrers to support clinical decision-making, service suitability and coordinated care planning.