Thanks TG and nice to meet you!

We initially went to HeadStart Intervention, but we did not complete a diagnostic assessment as the Psych felt that she didn't 'have' Aspergers, so we just dealt with the behavioural issues (or tried to). Once we filled out a SSP (short sensory profile) she recommended that we see and OT so we headed off to the Womens and Childrens Hospital OT. We see her every 6 weeks and that is soon to end. Apparently, in order to see the new OT (once they get one) I need to get another referal from my GP and wait again! I have organised with a Private OT to start seeing her at the end of the year, but thats going to send me broke but nevermind.

I asked my GP to get us a referal to the Childrens Assessment Team at Flinders Medical Centre, so I am just waiting to hear back from them once they have gone through my paperwork. IF they think she needs an assessment, only then will we go on the waiting list. It's a long drawn out process, but I just don't have the funds to get a full assessment privately.

I figure if I know everything thats going on with her, then we can work with OT to ensure she leads the fullest life possible. If I miss something, that could seriously impact on her life!

I have a 16 yr old son as well and it's hard trying to juggle his 'teen' issues with DD's.