About Thrive in Thought Counselling

Thrive in Thought is a small, independent NDIS-registered provider dedicated to delivering high-quality, person-centered support. We specialise in working with children and young people with Autism, ADHD, Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD), and physical disabilities.

With an office based in Mittagong (NSW), we operate as a community-based organisation, providing Positive Behaviour Support, Counselling/Psychotherapy, and Early Intervention - Key Worker support across Wollondilly, Macarthur, Southern Highlands, Illawarra, and Adelaide.

Our goal is to empower individuals and families, fostering growth, independence, and meaningful change.

Neuro-diverse Affirming Practice

As a neurodiversity affirming business, we believe that all types of brain (neurotype) are valid, and some people have a type of brain that is different from others. We do not view Autism, ADHD and other neuro-divergent (different to ‘average’) brain types as disorders, but as a difference.

We believe that the challenges of disability come from the environment, world, people and attitudes around an individual. We believe that with the right supports, an individual can flourish. It is every individual’s right to have others learn what an individual needs are, and to be supported to be the best version of themselves. It is our responsibility as NDIS advocates to provide these supports.

Our Services & Locations

At Thrive in Thought, we provide compassionate, evidence-based support to help individuals and families navigate life’s challenges. Our services include:

Positive Behaviour Support – Helping individuals develop skills and strategies to enhance their quality of life.
Counselling & Psychotherapy – Providing a safe and supportive space to explore thoughts, emotions, and behaviours.
Early Intervention - Key Worker – A holistic approach to early intervention, coordination, and capacity-building for individuals and families.

We proudly serve the Wollondilly, Macarthur, Southern Highlands, Illawarra, Goulburn and Adelaide (South Australia) regions, offering both in-person and telehealth sessions for flexibility and accessibility.

Opening Hours

We operate during the following hours:
🕘 Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
🕘 Saturday: Closed
🕘 Sunday: Closed

Kirslyn Conlon

Director/ Psychotherapist/ Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner/ Key Worker

Kirslyn has a Graduate Diploma of Counselling from the Australian College of Applied Psychology (ACAP) and Masters of Counselling and Psychotherapy at ACAP, as well as being an NDIS Proficient Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner and Early Intervention Key Worker. Kirslyn is a member of the Psychotherapy and Counselling Federation of Australia (PACFA), the Australian and New Zealand Mental Health Association (ANZMHA) and Behaviour Support Practitioners Association (BSPA).

Kirslyn has worked with tertiary students ranging from 18 - 73, with experience in Trauma, LGBTQIA+, Anxiety, Depression and Disability Care. Kirslyn also has a specific interest in the development of Paediatrics aged 3 - 10 and assisting them with their cognitive and social development, as well as helping families with understanding and learning about the developmental impact of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Global Developmental Delay (GDD) and Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity- Disorder (ADHD).

Kirslyn has training in dialectical behaviour therapy, person-centred therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, schema therapy, and cognitive-behavioural therapy.

She is passionate about all individuals having the ability to live their most authentic life. Kirslyn is fully committed to walking alongside you on this path as you navigate the challenges and opportunities of life together.

Kirslyn is exceptionally passionate about Paediatric counselling and positive behaviour support and the benefits of play for children, particularly those who are neurodivergent or have a diagnosis of global developmental delay.

Meet the Team

Nicole Napret

Core Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Nicole holds a Diploma of Early Childhood Education and is an accomplished Early Childhood Educator with over 15 years of experience in the sector. As a skilled facilitator of behavioural interventions in paediatrics, supporting individuals with diverse disabilities and mental health presentations.

Nicole is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Hons), continuing her passion for behaviour support. She specialises in Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA) and brings a unique perspective as an Autistic, ADHD and PDA adult with neurodivergent children. This lived experience enriches her ability to provide compassionate, person-centred care, especially for clients with complex behaviours.

As a neuro-diverse affirming educator and behaviour support practitioner, Nicole is dedicated to neuro-affirming evidence-based approaches that foster positive outcomes. She joins the team as a Key Worker and Core Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, and she is strongly committed to helping individuals thrive.

Nicole services:
✨ North Adelaide to Mallala (South Australia)

Nicole is available Monday - Friday for Positive Behaviour Support Services.

About Us

Thrive In Thought is a positive space for all individuals ranging from 3 years of age to 100 years of age who need a helping hand.

Thrive In Thought was established in 2023 to provide gender-affirming, body-positivity, spiritually welcoming, holistic counselling and behavioural support services. We aim to assist with the challenges and opportunities that life holds. We strive to create a safe space for all individuals by allowing everyone to express and explore themselves.

Thrive in Thought is a proud small counselling and NDIS therapeutic support provider based in Thirlmere, NSW.

We provide telehealth counselling services and therapeutic supports under the NDIS.