Our story
Learn more about Nick
I’m Nick, an NDIS Support Coordinator & Psychosocial Recovery Coach, and the person behind Realigned Coordination. I’m someone who’s lived and navigated this system from the inside and understands the difficulties faced daily by people with disability.
I started out in the NDIS space as a support worker and mentor for young neurodivergent children and teenagers. I loved seeing the positive change and encouragement I could bring those I supported to work towards their goals, and it set the direction for everything that followed. Over time I built experience with a few small providers, working with participants across physical, neurological, psychosocial, intellectual, and sensory disabilities. That time taught me a lot about what good support looks like, and just as importantly, what it doesn’t look like.
I bring a lived experience lens to everything I do. I’m proudly neurodivergent, and I’m also a carer for a family member on the scheme, so I understand the NDIS from both sides of the table, personally and professionally. I hold a Bachelor of Psychological Science, and I hold myself to a high standard: I want to support every participant with the same level of care I’d want for myself, my family and friends.
Outside of work, I love keeping active through walks and runs, practising yoga and meditation, and spending time with Lilo, my gorgeous four year old golden labrador (yes, pronounced like “Lilo and Stitch”). When I’m not moving, I’m probably winding down playing a cosy game on my Nintendo Switch or nerding out learning more about human psychology.
My goal, each and every time, is to help bring things back to a place of calm and clarity.
Behind Realigned Coordination
Eventually, working within someone else’s framework wasn’t enough for me. It wasn’t about the people I worked alongside (they were amazing and so valuable to my journey). It was about wanting the freedom to lead fully with my own values: justice advocacy and values-led practice. Realigned Coordination is the result of that.
The name came to me through my past experiences supporting others, both personally and professionally. People have come to me feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or let down by systems that were designed to help them. My goal, each and every time, is to help bring things back to a place of calm and clarity. Sometimes that starts with simply pausing and listening to what’s happening now, and what that next step in the right direction for that person is. Life just gets in the way sometimes and things need a little push to get to a calmer place, and that is completely okay. One step at a time.
Working with me tends to feel connected and grounded, like things finally click and make sense. My approach is always tailored to the individual, but at its core it’s guided by lived experience and neuroaffirming practice. I know the NDIS can feel big and overwhelming, and part of my job is helping it feel that bit clearer for your specific situation and plan.
My ‘niche’ is supporting neurodivergent participants, children, teenagers, and adults, and I have a strong interest in psychosocial disability as well. With that said, I have experience across a range of complex disabilities and always strive to keep learning every day. Every referral I receive gets careful consideration. I’ll always be upfront if something falls outside my current experience, and where I’m not the right fit, I’ll point you toward trusted providers I can genuinely recommend. With that in mind, I’m always up for a challenge and expanding my knowledge and experience.
What working together looks like
Nicholas took the pressure off by gathering the right documentation and securing the support hours my brother actually needs.
Read Lee’s full review
I have had the pleasure of working with Nicholas Podmore as my brother’s NDIS Support Coordinator for nearly a year. I am my brother’s guardian. He lives with complex psychosocial disability.
The process of navigating NDIS is so complicated and the preparation of my brother’s plan review used to cause a lot of stress on my family. Nicholas took the pressure off by gathering the right documentation and securing the support hours my brother actually needs. He checks on the plan budget weekly to ensure my brother’s funds are correctly utilised and within the budget.
What I appreciate most about Nicholas is his responsiveness and proactive approach. Whenever I have a question or a concern, he always returns my calls and emails quickly and explains complex plan details to me patiently.
Nicholas is professional, empathetic, compassionate, supportive and caring. I would highly recommend Nicholas to anyone looking for a Support Coordinator with such qualities.
Thank you very much for your wonderful supports to our family during these days.
His calm and reassuring manner has helped reduce stress for our family, and we have always felt supported knowing that Nick is only a phone call or email away.
Read My’s full review
Nick has been an outstanding Support Coordinator for our family. Throughout our time working with him, he has constantly demonstrated genuine care, dedication, and a strong commitment to helping us navigate the challenges we have faced.
What we appreciate most about Nick is his willingness to go above and beyond. He takes the time to understand individual circumstances and follow through on what he says he will do. His calm and reassuring manner has helped reduce stress for our family, and we have always felt supported knowing that Nick is only a phone call or email away.
Nick is approachable, reliable, and easy to communicate with. He treats everyone with kindness, respect and compassion, and his genuine desire to help is evident in everything he does. We are grateful for his assistance and would highly recommend Nick to anyone seeking a dedicated and caring Support Coordinator.
Since being supported by Nick, I have felt a burden lifted and I truly feel supported to make the best decisions for my life moving forward.
Read Helen’s full review
I have been supported by Nick Podmore as a Support Coordinator since the beginning of 2025. I have been involved with the NDIS since 2023 and did not have much of an idea of what a Support Coordinator did until I was fortunate enough to work with Nick.
He has been brilliant, constantly emailing me with ideas, suggestions, and a plan for moving my life forward, in a positive direction. When he came out for our initial meeting, he had already read through my history and came to our meeting with recommendations for therapy I could use.
Although he is terribly busy, he always shows up above and beyond. Nothing is ever too much trouble for him; he is efficient and acts in a very timely manner. He is very professional, driven, and cares so deeply about every one of his clients.
Since being supported by Nick, I have felt a burden lifted and I truly feel supported to make the best decisions for my life moving forward. I cannot recommend him enough.