FUNDING FOR NEURODIVERGENT PROFESSIONALS

Your coaching may be fully funded by the government

Through the Employment Assistance Fund, eligible employees can access up to $1,770.44 a year toward workplace coaching. Here is how it works, and how we help you every step of the way.

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At a glance

The Australian Government can reimburse the cost of your workplace coaching.
You can start coaching now and claim it back while your application is processed.
You do not have to work the system out alone. We complete the clinical paperwork with you.

The Employment Assistance Fund (EAF) is an Australian Government initiative that helps employees with disability, including many neurodivergent professionals, access workplace adjustments and specialist support. Workplace coaching is funded under the Specialist Mental Health Support category, and it is designed to help you perform at your best, with more confidence and less stress.

What you can access

$1,770.44

available per eligible employee (inc. GST)

12 months

funding window per application

Reimbursed

self-fund now and claim it back

Funding current as at 15 July 2026.

How coaching helps

Our coaching is strengths-based and neuro-affirming. Rather than trying to fix you, it helps you understand how you work best and build practical strategies around it. Coaching can support you to:

Communicate clearly and advocate for what you need at work
Plan, prioritise and manage your time and workload
Strengthen executive functioning and everyday organisation
Manage energy, stress and the risk of burnout
Build confidence and participate fully in your workplace

Most people accessing this support are employed professionals who want practical tools to work with their brain, not against it.

Worried about telling your employer?

You do not have to disclose your diagnosis to your employer to access this funding. Your employer is only asked to confirm your employment. If you would prefer not to disclose, you can call JobAccess on 1800 464 800 to discuss possible exemptions, and we are happy to help you navigate this.

Who is eligible?

You may be eligible to apply if you are:

An employee or self-employed worker with disability
An employer of a person with disability
An Australian resident
Able to provide supporting documentation, such as a diagnosis report, GP letter or medical certificate

Self-employed applicants are usually asked for a little more, including a job description, details of disability-related workplace barriers, timesheets and an earnings summary.

Eligibility for coaching

Eligibility for EAF-funded coaching depends on your individual circumstances and the current JobAccess guidelines. As a general guide:

Individuals with a formal ADHD diagnosis are usually eligible for EAF-funded coaching.
Individuals with both ADHD and autism (AuDHD) may be eligible for EAF-funded coaching, depending on their individual circumstances and application.
If you have an autism diagnosis without ADHD, you may still be eligible for support through EAF. In most cases, this funding is allocated for services provided by an eligible psychologist or occupational therapist rather than coaching. If you’re exploring this option, we’d be happy to refer you to a suitable provider.

As eligibility criteria can change, the best next step is a quick conversation about your situation. We can help you understand your options and confirm the current JobAccess requirements before you apply.

How long does it take?

Application acknowledgement: around 2 weeks
Processing time: around 6 to 10 weeks (as at July 2026)

If you would like to start sooner, you can self-fund your coaching package now and claim reimbursement once your application is approved, so there is no need to wait to get going.

The application process

Register. Create an account through the JobAccess portal and link your myGovID.
Submit an application. Apply under Specialist Mental Health Support (current funding cap $1,770.44 inc. GST).
Upload your documents. Confirmation of diagnosis, medical documentation where required, proof of residency if applicable, and extra documentation if you are self-employed.
Employer verification. Your employer completes a short Proof of Employment form. If you would rather not disclose your diagnosis, call JobAccess on 1800 464 800 about exemptions.
We complete the supporting documentation. Once your application is conditionally approved, JobAccess sends a form for Xceptional Academy to complete, outlining workplace barriers, coaching recommendations, and how coaching will support your success.
Final approval. The completed documentation goes back to the EAF team for assessment and approval.
Payment. We invoice you directly, and once approved you claim reimbursement through the Employment Assistance Fund.

GET STARTED

Not sure where to start?

Tell us a little about your situation and we will let you know whether coaching and EAF funding are the right fit, and guide you through the application from start to finish.