Michelle Yiou Yang
MSW; B.A. - Lead Clinician/ Behaviour Support
Practitioner/ AMHSW
Area of specialty:
• Mental health complications including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, complex trauma, grief and loss, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).• Neurodevelopmental disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD).• Complex trauma including developmental trauma, relational trauma, medical trauma and grief and loss.• Trauma-related pain management and intervention• Acquired Brain Injury/ Traumatic Brain Injury• Addiction including drug and alcohol abuse, addictive behaviours.
Languages spoken: English, Cantonese, Mandarin
In her spare time, she enjoys swimming, oil painting, cooking and looking after her pets (3 cats, 2 chickens and 4 fish).
Chantal Hanham
BPsychSc - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Chantal has extensive experience working therapeutically with people from diverse and multi-cultural backgrounds including Indigenous Australians. She has a broad knowledge of mental health, behavioural issues, drug and alcohol dependence, crises response, suicide ideation, and trauma. Chantal is passionate about helping others improve their quality of life, particularly people with comorbid issues and from less advantaged background.
Areas of specialty include:• Trauma informed practise , acute and complex trauma• Drug and alcohol dependence• Mental health issues including schizophrenia, bipolar affective disorder, ADHD, • depression, anxiety, and suicide ideation
Amalie Bedwell
MSW, BBSc - Behaviour Support Practitioner / Social Worker AASW
Amalie has also worked with children in education settings and with their families to achieve positive outcomes for the family and their respective school networks. Amalie is interested in helping individuals and their support networks with strategies that will help to resolve conflict and tension, while maximising freedom of choice and independence to improve quality of life. Amalie in her spare time enjoys running, hiking, yoga and rowing.
Areas of specialty include:• Trauma-informed practice• Autism Spectrum Disorder• Applying social work theories to understand the variety of factors that influence a person’s quality of life.• Mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety and PTSD.• Drug and alcohol misuse
Maitreyee Sayyonee
B.Psych & S.Sc - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Maitreyee has experience in working with children as an OSHC educator and tutor. She is also experienced working with clients from a diverse cultural background. Maitreyee is bilingual and is fluent in English and Hindi. Maitreyee is interested in working alongside people and improving their quality of life and helping them feel seen and understood.
Areas of specialty include:• Trauma- informed practice• Children with neurodevelopmental disabilities• Intellectual disability mental health• Mental health complications including schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, complex trauma, grief and loss, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Julia Duszynski
B.Sc, GradCert PBS - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Drawing upon her diverse background and specialised training, Julia excels in providing tailored support to individuals with complex and challenging behaviours. Her expertise lies in creating compassionate and person-centred strategies, informed by trauma-informed and evidence-based practices. Julia's commitment to empowering individuals to lead fulfilling lives is evident in her adeptness at understanding and accommodating diverse needs.In her spare time, Julia enjoys immersing herself in nature through hiking, capturing moments through photography, and fostering connections through board games.
Area of specialty:• Trauma-informed practice• Mental disorders including schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, and borderline personality disorder• Neurodivergence and neurodevelopmental disorders and disabilities (ASD, ADHD)• Brain injury• Children and family supportJulia is bi-lingual, fluent in English and Polish.
Hayden Ka Hei Liu
BSW - Behaviour Support Practitioner/ Social Worker AASW
Fluent in both English and Cantonese, Hayden possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills, allowing for effective engagement and rapport-building with clients from diverse backgrounds.
With a background in kickboxing and Muay Thai, Hayden has developed good athletic skills over five years of training and competing. This physical discipline translates into Hayden's professional approach, demonstrating determination and resilience in addressing the challenges faced by individuals with disabilities.
Areas of specialty include:• Trauma-informed practice • Mental health complexities such as schizophrenia and other personality disorders. • Neurological disorders including Parkinson’s disease and brain injury• Drug and alcohol misuse
Anamta Afzal
B.A. Psych - Behaviour Support Practitioner
With experience as a school counsellor, Anamta excels in connecting with and supporting children aged 5-16, utilising strong communication skills. Anamta's versatility enables her to implement evidence-based behaviour support strategies and advocate for the rights and well-being of individuals with disabilities.
Area of specialty:• Trauma-informed practice• Mental health advocacy and disability support• Social skill development• Personal-centred planning• Neurodivergence and neurodevelopmental disorders and disabilities (ASD, ADHD)• Interdisciplinary approach to disability support• Family therapy and parent education
Anamta is bi-lingual, fluent in English and Urdu.
Colby Walding
BHSc - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Colby has completed studies which focused on physical therapy and rehabilitation. This scope of learning blended with a high-level understanding of mental health conditions with training in managing mental health conditions allows for an empathetic, informative and contemporary approach.
Areas of Interest:
• Psychosocial Disorders; Schizophrenia, PTSD, OCD, Depression, Anxiety
• Developmental Disorders: ASD, ADHD, Intellectual disability, Brain injuries, dementia
• Musculoskeletal/ Physical therapy/ Music therapy/ Neuropsychology
• Drug and alcohol misuse
Colby plays guitar and listens to lots of music in his spare time, he loves Australian indie and 70s/80s rock
Caleb Renshaw
BSW - Behaviour Support Practitioner/ Social Worker AASW
Caleb is in the process of completing a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work and has a range of diverse experiences working with adults in therapeutic settings. In his therapeutic involvement, Caleb implements social work principles and frameworks such as trauma-informed practice and person-centred practice.
Caleb is passionate about working alongside individuals to empower them, enhance their well-being, and contribute to improving their overall quality of life. He is committed to building strong, collaborative relationships that foster growth and resilience.
Outside of his professional pursuits, Caleb enjoys spending his free time at the gym, where he finds balance and vitality. He also has a keen interest in tinkering with technology, which allows him to explore new innovations and engage his problem-solving skills in creative ways.
Areas of specialty include:
• Trauma-informed practice
• Dementia support
• Mental health advocacy and disability support
• Neurodivergence and neurodevelopmental disorders
• Drug and alcohol misuse
Francesca Holt
B.A. Psych (Hons) - Behaviour Support Practitioner
Francesca Holt is a skilled Behaviour Support Practitioner with a Bachelor’s in Psychology (Honors) and experience working with individuals with disabilities, including autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges. She has a strong background in developing and implementing tailored behaviour support plans, utilising a person-centred approach to address complex behaviours and promote positive outcomes. Francesca is committed to empowering individuals to overcome challenges and live more fulfilling lives through effective, evidence-based interventions. Outside of work, Francesca enjoys staying active through sports including netball.
Areas of specialty
1. Support for individuals with autism, ADHD, and social, emotional, and mental health challenges
2. Trauma-informed care and culturally sensitive practices
3. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to achieve client outcomes
4. Strong understanding of intellectual disability and autism spectrum disorders
5. Promoting mental health and emotional well-being through collaborative and proactive solutions
6. Building effective relationships with participants, families, and stakeholders