Care that meets you where you are.
We’re a small, specialised and neuroaffirming psychology practice in Perth, WA offering psychological assessments, therapy and support for children, adolescents and adults.
Different
minds
brighter
tomorrows
No two minds work in quite the same way.
Machado Psychology is a neuroaffirming psychology practice in Perth, Western Australia delivering high-quality, individualised assessments and therapy for children and families which are grounded in evidence, facilitated with warmth, integrity and deep respect for each child’s unique experience.
Founded by Rebecca Machado, her work with children has always been central. First through music, now through psychology. Machado Psychology aims to create a space where children feel safe, respected and understood, and where families receive assessments and support they can truly trust.
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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ADHD
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Intellectual & Cognitive Functioning
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Academic & educational needs
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Specific Learning Disorders
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Dyslexia, Dysgraphia & Dyscalculia
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Cognitive decline
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Memory & executive functioning
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Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) · ADHD · Intellectual & Cognitive Functioning · Academic & educational needs · Specific Learning Disorders · Dyslexia, Dysgraphia & Dyscalculia · Cognitive decline · Memory & executive functioning ·
Our Approach:
We believe good psychological care starts with understanding the whole person. At Machado Psychology, we specialise in comprehensive, evidence-based psychological assessments, taking the time to look beyond individual symptoms or labels to build a clearer picture of how each person thinks, learns, communicates and experiences the world.
Our practice is neuroaffirming, which means we recognise and respect individual differences. Rather than taking a one-size-fits-all approach to assessment, we consider each person's unique strengths, challenges, experiences and circumstances, tailoring the assessment process and recommendations accordingly.
Everything we do is grounded in evidence and delivered with warmth, curiosity and respect. Whether someone comes to us for assessment, therapy or support, we want them to feel comfortable being themselves, confident that they're being taken seriously, and to leave with greater clarity, understanding and meaningful next steps.
Assessments
Clarity starts with understanding the whole picture. We provide comprehensive, individualised psychological assessments for children, adolescents and adults in Perth, Western Australia. Rather than following a stock-standard process, each assessment is tailored to the individual and the questions we're looking to answer.
Assessments may explore:
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) · ADHD · Intellectual and cognitive functioning · Academic and educational needs · Specific Learning Disorders, including Dyslexia, Dysgraphia and Dyscalculia · Cognitive decline · Memory and executive functioning
Assessments can also explore a combination of these areas where appropriate.
OUR SERVICES
We provide assessments for children, adolescents & adults
Therapy
This is a place to feel heard, supported and understood.
Therapy at Machado Psychology is collaborative and individualised. We'll take the time to understand what's happening for you or your child and work together towards meaningful, realistic goals.
We can provide support with:
Anxiety · Low mood and depression · Self-esteem and confidence · Emotional regulation and distress tolerance · Bullying and school refusal · ADHD and Autism psychoeducation · Parent support · Interpersonal difficulties
OUR SERVICES
supporting you throughout this journey
Understanding can change the way we see ourselves.
ACCEPTANCE STARTS WITH UNDERSTANDING OURSELVES.
What do we mean by “neuroaffirming care”?
Different isn't something we need to fix. In fact, being neuroaffirming is more than a word we use to describe our practice. It shapes the way we listen, assess, communicate and provide support.
We recognise that there is no single “right” way to think, learn, communicate or experience the world. Our role isn't to make someone fit a particular mould, but to help them better understand themselves and find strategies and support that genuinely work for them.
We listen. Your experience matters, and we want you to feel heard.
We look beyond challenges. Strengths, interests, environment and individual differences are all part of the picture.
We stay curious. Assessment is about building understanding, not simply assigning a label.
We individualise. Recommendations and support should make sense for the person receiving them.
COMING SOON IN 2027
Social Groups + Group Programs for Kids in Perth.
We're excited to be expanding Machado Psychology in 2027 with a new range of small social groups and group programs for children. These programs will offer supportive, neuroaffirming spaces where kids can connect with others, explore new skills and experiences, and most importantly, feel comfortable being themselves. We're currently developing the programs, with more information coming soon.
Interest in our 2027 groups? Enquire via email below.