Behaviour Support
Person-centred strategies that promote positive change and improve quality of life.
Person-centred strategies that promote positive change and improve quality of life.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
With a Master of Applied Psychology and experience across disability, mental health, education, and community settings, Anna is passionate about supporting individuals to achieve meaningful goals and improve their wellbeing. She works collaboratively with participants, families, and support teams to develop practical, person-centred strategies that promote independence, emotional regulation, and positive outcomes. Drawing on a trauma-informed and strengths-based approach, Anna is committed to delivering respectful, evidence-informed support that upholds choice, dignity, and inclusion.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Ashana is a Behaviour Support Practitioner working across Melbourne’s northern region, bringing a strong foundation in psychology, mental health and therapeutic group work. With experience in crisis response, cognitive behavioural interventions, psychosocial assessment and risk de escalation, she supports individuals with compassion, clarity and evidence based practice.
Ashana is skilled in developing behaviour support strategies, collaborating with clinical teams and empowering clients to build safety, stability and meaningful daily routines. Her calm presence, strong communication and commitment to high quality care make her a trusted practitioner for clients and families seeking thoughtful, person centred support.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Ellie a Behaviour Support Practitioner based in Melbourne’s south-eastern suburbs, offering community-based services with the option of clinic appointments in Carrum Downs. Ellie hold a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and brings a calm, client-focused approach to supporting individuals with behaviours of concern.
With a background in psychology and additional training as a Pilates instructor, Ellie take a holistic view of wellbeing, understanding the connection between the mind and body in promoting positive change. Ellie is passionate about helping individuals develop practical skills, improve emotional regulation, and achieve their personal goals through respectful, evidence-based behaviour support.
Whether working with individuals, families, or support teams, Ellie aims to create collaborative and empowering support plans that make a meaningful difference in everyday life.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Gabriella is a Behaviour Support Practitioner who brings a warm, calm and client‑centred approach to her work. With a background in psychological sciences and positive behaviour support, she is committed to helping individuals build meaningful skills and improve emotional wellbeing.
Gabriella has experience supporting children and young people across education and community settings, where she has developed strong skills in engagement, emotional regulation and person‑centred support.
She also brings valuable experience from roles that have strengthened her communication, organisation and leadership, contributing to her steady and professional presence as a practitioner.
Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner/Supervisor
Jaime is an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner and Supervisor with a background in education and a postgraduate degree in psychology. Jaime’s experience in education gave her hands-on experience supporting children with diverse needs, which sparked her passion for understanding behaviour and creating inclusive, supportive environments.
Jaime takes a person-centred, strengths-based approach to behaviour support, focusing on the individual’s unique goals, preferences, and potential. As a supervisor, she is committed to mentoring other practitioners and ensuring high-quality, ethical, and effective practice across our team.
Jaime provide services throughout the Launceston area, working with individuals, families, and support teams in both community and clinical settings. Whether working directly with individuals or guiding others in their clinical work, her focus is always on promoting independence, wellbeing, and meaningful outcomes through collaborative and evidence-based strategies.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Jess brings a compassionate, person-centred approach to behaviour support, drawing on extensive experience working alongside people with disability, their families, and support networks. Holding a Bachelor of Psychological Science and qualifications in Individual Support, she is committed to understanding each person’s unique strengths, goals, and challenges to develop practical strategies that enhance quality of life, independence, and community participation. Based in Hobart, she works collaboratively with participants, families, support teams, and allied health professionals to promote positive outcomes, build capacity, and create supportive environments where individuals can thrive.
PBS Quality and Education Lead/Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner/Supervisor
Kate is an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner with a background in Occupational Therapy, providing community-based services across the northern suburbs of Melbourne, with clinic appointments available in Tullamarine. Kate’s practice is grounded in high-impact, evidence-based therapy that prioritises meaningful outcomes for individuals and families.
Kate has a strong interest in psychosocial disability and trauma-informed, culturally integrated approaches, and is passionate about working collaboratively with families and multidisciplinary teams to support lasting, positive change. Kate brings a person-centred, strengths-based lens to every plan, ensuring each strategy aligns with the unique needs, values, and goals of the individual.
In addition to her clinical work, Kate is the PBS Quality and Education Lead at BePositive, where she focuses on mentoring new practitioners and ensuring the BePositive team continues to deliver the highest quality Positive Behaviour Support in line with best practice and current research.
Kate is committed to making a real difference in people’s lives and creating support plans that are practical, respectful, and grounded in a deep understanding of both behaviour and human connection.
Behaviour Support Practitioner/Supervisor
Katelyn is a Proficient Behaviour Support Practitioner based in Southeast Melbourne, offering community-based support as well as clinic appointments in Carrum Downs. Katelyn holds a Bachelor of Arts with a major in Psychology and has completed formal Behaviour Support training through the University of Melbourne.
Before becoming a Behaviour Support Practitioner, Katelyn worked in the disability sector, gaining valuable hands-on experience supporting individuals with a range of complex needs. She now works with teenagers, and adults, delivering Positive Behaviour Support that is person-centred, practical, and evidence based.
Known for her calm and focused approach, she adapts flexibly to each individual’s unique strengths and challenges. Katelyn is passionate about building strong, respectful relationships and working collaboratively with families and support teams to achieve meaningful, lasting outcomes.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Laura is a Behaviour Support Practitioner with a background in nursing, based in the Launceston area. Laura’s clinical experience in healthcare has given her a strong foundation in supporting individuals with complex needs, and she brings a calm, compassionate approach to behaviour support.
Laura provides flexible, community-based services throughout Launceston and surrounding areas, tailored to meet each person’s unique needs and circumstances.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
With a Bachelor of Psychological Science and experience supporting children, young people, and adults across disability, education, allied health, and community settings, Liv brings a compassionate and person-centred approach to behaviour support. She is skilled in building strong relationships, supporting emotional regulation, promoting independence, and implementing strategies that enhance participation and quality of life. Drawing on experience working alongside families, educators, therapists, and support teams, Liv is passionate about helping participants achieve meaningful goals through strengths-based, evidence-informed practice that promotes choice, dignity, and inclusion. Liv provides behaviour support services in the North East of Melbourne.
Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner
Lucy is an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner and Supervisor based in Melbourne’s inner south-east region. Lucy holds a Bachelor of Science with Honours in Psychology and a Master of Psychology, and brings a deep clinical understanding to her behaviour support practice.
With experience across a range of settings, including forensic services, Lucy has worked with individuals presenting with complex behaviours and diverse support needs. She takes a strengths-based, person-centred approach, grounded in evidence and guided by compassion and respect.
In addition to her clinical work, Lucy provides supervision to other practitioners, supporting professional growth and promoting high-quality, ethical practice across the behaviour support team. Lucy is passionate about empowering individuals and their support networks to achieve meaningful, sustainable outcomes that enhance quality of life.
Stream Lead/Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner
Maranda is an Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner with a background in social work and over a decade of experience working in the disability and community sectors. Currently, she leads BePositive’s Behaviour Support stream, providing clinical guidance and mentoring to a team of dedicated practitioners.
Maranda’s practice is grounded in a strong commitment to human rights, person-centred approaches, and positive behaviour support. She brings extensive experience supporting individuals with complex needs, and her background includes working with high-risk youth as a social worker, as well as holding leadership roles in disability services.
Maranda specialises in developing comprehensive, evidence-based Behaviour Support Plans that prioritise quality of life, skill development, and long-term outcomes. As both a clinician and leader, she is passionate about building strong, collaborative partnerships with individuals, families, and support teams to create meaningful, lasting change.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Mursal is a Behaviour Support Practitioner working in Melbourne’s south-east, providing community-based services throughout the region, with clinic appointments also available in Carrum Downs. She holds a Bachelor of Health Science and brings a person-centred, evidence-informed approach to behaviour support.
Her practice is built on collaborative engagement, cultural sensitivity, and a strong belief in the power of cohesive teamwork. She works closely with individuals, families, and support teams to develop Positive Behaviour Support Plans that are respectful, practical, and tailored to each person’s unique goals and circumstances.
Mursal is passionate about supporting individuals to build skills, increase independence, and improve quality of life while working alongside those who know them best to create meaningful and lasting outcomes.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
Working in the North of Melbourne, Zehra is an experienced practitioner with a background in teaching. Zehra provides all behaviour support services including functional behavioural assessments, behaviour support plans and training and intervention services.
