Currently the average age of a child that is diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder is 4 years of age however parents often express concerns from as early as 2 years of age regarding their child's development.

There can be a wide range of difference in individuals diagnosed with Autism Spectrum disorder and the severity in which people are affected. Autism spectrum disorder are characterised by deficits in two main areas:

1. Social communication and interactions and
2. Restricted, repetitive behaviors, interests and activities.

In neurodevelopmental conditions such as ASD treatment, naturopathic treatment is targeted at addressing the underlying drivers for symptom reduction and improvements in cognition and behaviors. During the initial consultation a comprehensive case history is obtained, inclusive of presenting symptoms, past health history, family history and current medications or supplements.

Treatment options involve the use of evidence-based functional nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, dietary interventions and lifestyle strategies. All recommended treatment options are safe and are informed by evidence based research.

Testing may be recommended to assist in identifying underlying drivers which can include: