Ka whāngaia, ka tipu, ka puāwai
Nurture it and it will grow, then blossom
The Autism Clinic was established to develop and evaluate best practice support for autistic children and their whānau in Aotearoa New Zealand.
We work with children under the age of 12 who are, or are suspected to be, autistic, as well as with their whānau, caregivers, and teachers. We also work with therapists and other health professionals.
What we offer
We offer a range of support for autistic children and their whānau, including play-based support and speech language therapy. We work with an advisory group of autistic adults, parents, and professionals to ensure that our support is respectful and suited to the needs of the community.

Donate
Support research and the work of the Autism Clinic to develop early interventions for young autistic children in New Zealand.
Find out about donatingWatch Dr Waddington explain the autism clinic in a public lecture

Accessing our Services
We offer a range of supports for children who are autistic or showing signs of autism and their whānau. This includes subsidised services and long term support.
Learn moreIn the news

The positive impact of small doses of play-based support
"As little as three hours a week of therapist-delivered support was leading to really positive results." Find out more in this 1 News item.

Autistic children sought for study
Researchers want to see if as few as three hours a week of support over a six-month period improves outcomes.

Autism in Aotearoa
Explore what it means to be autistic, and the importance of early identification and of supporting wellbeing for the whole whānau or aiga.
Research
Our studies have demonstrated the potential for improving engagement, communication, and imitation in young autistic children.
Explore our research
Key partners

Autism NZ
Autism New Zealand empowers people living with autism to make informed choices and take action.

Autism Intervention Trust
The Autism Intervention Trust is run by parents and supports autistic children and their whānau in the Wellington region.

IHC Foundation
The IHC Foundation is an independent charitable trust that supports a wide range of initiatives that contribute to our vision of an inclusive New Zealand.