During our sessions we use person-centred and evidence-based interventions that address the underlying causes of challenging behaviour or behaviours of concern.
We provide therapeutic counselling, training and education to clients and those in their support networks. We believe that by assisting and upskilling those around the client, we can enhance the effectiveness of behavioural supports.
By working with and observing clients in their environments, we identify risks and triggers. We work with support people to ensure that the environment is conducive to the client’s success.
Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is a strategy based on applied behavior analysis that aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with challenging behaviors by understanding the reasons behind these behaviours and addressing them.
1. Person-Centered Approach: Tailoring strategies to the individual's needs and preferences.
2. Understanding Behaviours: Identifying the purpose behind challenging behaviors through functional assessment.
3. Environmental Adjustments: Modifying triggers in the environment to reduce challenging behaviours.
4. Skill Building: Teaching new, socially acceptable skills that fulfill the same needs as the challenging behaviors.
5. Positive Reinforcement: Encouraging positive behavior through rewards.
6. Preventive Strategies: Using proactive measures to prevent challenging behaviors.
7. Inclusive Practices: Supporting participation in chosen activities and community engagement.
8. Team Collaboration: Involving the individual, their support network, and professionals in planning and implementation.
9. Ethical Consideration and Respect: Prioritizing the individual's dignity, independence, and self-determination.
PBS is applied across various settings, including schools and residential facilities, to support individuals with diverse needs effectively.
Do things a person likes
Go to places a person likes
Stop things a person does not like.
Functional behaviour assessments, risk assessments, outcome measurement tools, interviews and observations
The development of an interim Positive Behaviour Support Plan, if there are restrictive practices in place
The development of a (final) Positive Behaviour Support Plan, including the development of plans for different settings (i.e home, school, workplace, social and recreational settings etc)
The development of Crisis Plans and Support Plans to complement the Positive Behaviour Support Plan
Providing one-on-one support that works towards improving and maintaining reflective function, emotional regulation, self-registration and independence
Cognitive Behavioural Techniques(CBT): CBT equips individuals with effective coping strategies to manage stress, anxiety, and other emotions that may trigger challenging behaviours.
Providing training and group therapy sessions to important people in the client’s life (i.e. family, teachers, employers support workers etc) aimed at reducing behaviours of concern and building relationships.
We strive to maintain the dignity and quality of life for people with a disability who need specialist behaviour support, as part of our commitment to the rights of a person with a disability.
Improved Relationships – Specialist Behavioural Intervention Support (11_022_0110_7_3)
Improved Relationships – Behaviour Management Plan (11_023_0110_7_3)
Improved Daily Living – Individual Assessment, Therapy and/or training (15_048_01228_1_3)