Rachael Tan

Clinical Psychologist | Autism and Educational Assessments

Rachael is a registered and endorsed Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults.

She is passionate about supporting individuals with anxiety, Autism (ASD), and other developmental or physical disabilities, as well as helping parents navigate the challenges of raising both neurotypical children and those with different needs.

Rachael is skilled in the area of child development and learning assessments, providing Autism assessments for children aged 3 to 10, as well as educational assessments (for children, adolescents and adults).

In addition to her clinical work, she has served as a guest contributor for Asianparent.com and MindChamps Singapore, sharing her expertise in child development.

She is also the author of, “Help! I’m a Parent! – A Parent’s Guide to Managing Challenging Behaviours and Promoting More Positive Ones” and the Developing Academic for the unit “Psychological Development and Diversity in Childhood” in the Edith Cowan University Graduate Diploma of Psychology course.

Rachael has worked extensively in both not-for-profit organisations, private practice and with the NDIS, and frequently collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for her clients. Her approach is warm, practical, and solution-focused, whether she is helping Neurodivergent children and adults, supporting parents, or working with those managing anxiety and other challenges.

Autism and Educational Assessments

Rachael is part of the Aresolution Psychological Assessment team, and will be providing Educational Assessment and Autism Assessment services for children.

Anxiety

Rachael provides compassionate support for clients experiencing anxiety, including:

  • Adults (18+) dealing with social anxiety, phobias, post-traumatic stress, panic,
    obsessions/compulsions, general anxiety, or stress related to work or educational
    settings
  • Children under 10 who experience anxiety

Parenting Support

Rachael offers parenting guidance for families navigating challenges, such as:

  • Parenting children with Autism (up to 10 years old)
  • General parenting concerns, including behaviour, sleep, eating difficulties, toileting,
    and sibling conflict for children under 10

Please note: Rachael does not provide court or custody-related services or assessments.

Neurodivergent Clients

  • Therapy for children under 10
  • Counselling and coaching for adults with Autism (18+). This service focuses on
    coaching and anxiety management but does not include formal assessments for Autism

Important Information for NDIS Participants

While Aresolution is not a registered NDIS provider, Rachael can support clients using Improved Daily Living funding for appropriate psychological services.

  •  For NDIS participants, there will be a gap payment that is required to be paid on the
    day of the consult
  • For behaviour support services under the Improved Relationships funding line item,
    families will need to seek a registered NDIS provider.
Session Rates (50 minutes):
  • Non-Peak: $280
  • Peak: $290
  • Extended consult: $400 (75 minutes)
  • Medicare rebate: $141.85
Schedule:

Wednesdays and Fridays: Available all day

If you have questions or need clarification about Rachael’s services, please don’t hesitate to
contact us.