A survey of NDIS therapy providers’ experiences supporting children and adolescents with cognitive disabilities
About the study
The purpose of this study is to explore the experiences of therapy providers who support children and adolescents with cognitive disabilities (e.g., autism, intellectual disability, ADHD, developmental delay, etc) within the context of the NDIS. The survey will collect information about the types of services that are provided, how they are implemented, and common experiences of the capacity building pathway.
Participants will be required to complete an online survey, taking roughly 20 minutes. They may also elect to participate in an interview.
Eligibility requirements
Therapists who provide or implement interventions to children and/or adolescents (age 0-19) with cognitive disabilities, and:
- Work with clients who are NDIS participants
- Currently reside and work in Australia
- Are fluent in English
- Are 18 years or older.
Recruitment timeline
Recruitment started in August 2026 and will remain open until late December 2026.
Benefits
All participants will go in the draw to win 1 of 5 $50 Coles/Myer e-gift cards.
Contact details
Please contact the researcher if you have any questions about the study: