No. A formal diagnosis is not required to begin support. Many families seek early intervention when they first notice concerns, and we can guide you through the next steps if needed.

Yes. We support self-managed and plan-managed NDIS participants. If you’re unsure how your funding can be used, we can discuss this during your initial consultation.

NDBI stands for Naturalistic Developmental Behavioural Interventions. It is an evidence-based approach that supports children to learn through play, relationships, and everyday interactions, rather than through drills or structured tasks.

ESDM is an early intervention model within the NDBI approach. It supports young children to develop communication, social skills, and learning through play-based, interactive sessions that are responsive to the child.

ESDM (Early Start Denver Model) and ABA (Applied Behaviour Analysis) both draw on behavioural principles, but they differ in how support is delivered.

ESDM is a play-based, relationship-focused model within the NDBI approach. It supports children to learn through everyday interactions, following the child’s interests and building skills within natural routines.

ABA is a broader field that includes a range of approaches. Some traditional ABA methods may involve more structured, adult-led teaching and repeated practice of specific skills.

At Lumina, we use approaches informed by NDBI and ESDM, focusing on connection, engagement, and meaningful learning within real-life contexts.

Sessions can take place at home, in kindergarten, at school, or in community settings, depending on your child’s needs and goals.

The initial consultation involves discussion, observation, and collaborative goal setting. We focus on understanding your child’s strengths, needs, and priorities to develop an individualised plan.