Shambhavi is a registered Psychologist and Behaviour Support Practitioner who has more than six years of experience in the disability and mental health field. She speaks fluent English and Hindi and has a special interest in cognitive assessments. Shambhavi previously worked in the aged care sector, supporting people through therapeutic interventions and risk management. She also has a background in assisting victims of crime and support work. Shambhavi strongly believes in empowering clients and is passionate about helping people overcome barriers and thrive to be the best version of themselves. She is proficient in conducting therapy in the following modalities: Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing, Interpersonal Therapy, and other psychotherapies.

Paula is dedicated to building caring and supportive relationships to improve the quality of life for those she is entrusted to support. Paula practices from an interpersonal and nervous system perspective, supporting children and adults to feel safe; safe within their bodies, safe in their interactions with others and safe within the world around them. This is achieved not only through her direct client work but also by working closely with the important and influential people in their lives. We are all innately connected and through these connections, we can heal and provide nurturing support to those we interact with.

Paula is an NDIS-registered behaviour support practitioner and provisional psychologist, with over 10 years of experience working in Out Of Home Care and Disability settings. In 2009 Paula was awarded the Dean’s Commendation and Faculty of Science Medal for outstanding achievement in Psychology. She is an avid learner and researcher, on a never-ending pursuit to understand the structure and function of the nervous system and the impact it has on our human experience.

Paula’s favourite pastime is spending her days with her husband and little Cavoodle, Lucy. Enjoying morning coffees and walks in the park. Paula has four adult children, who are all growing into their lives and experiencing the joys of the world.

Felicity is a Provisional Psychologist with a Bachelor of Psychology (Honours). Felicity is experienced in the disability sector, having worked as a Behaviour Support Practitioner since 2018, and previously as a support worker for several years. Felicity’s experience ranges from direct client work, both in providing personal care and psychosocial skill building with clients, as well as working with families, carers and stakeholders in providing support, training and a collaborative approach.

Felicity has more than 10 years of experience working and volunteering in the mental health and disability sectors. Her primary focus is on working with adults, however she has worked with people from across the lifespan, from adolescence to late adulthood. Felicity is passionate about mental health and the ways this can intersect for people with disabilities. She is an experienced trainer in the areas of Restrictive Practices and Positive Behaviour Supports, adapting her approach for varying audiences: families, support workers, managers, and support coordinators, as well as assisting organisations to meet their legislative requirements.

Felicity has also had research published in Disability and Rehabilitation around the impact of traumatic brain injury on psychosocial skills and self-perception. She is an animal lover and a pet parent who enjoys cooking, visual arts, board games, and learning new things.