About Sally
Lived experience and professional expertise
A Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with lived experience, professional expertise, and a commitment to person-centred, trauma-informed practice.
My story
I am a late-diagnosed Autistic and ADHD woman with lived experience of navigating trauma, burnout, masking, and the challenges that often come with understanding yourself later in life.
I am a mother of neurodivergent children who has spent over a decade advocating for children's best interests.
Who I've supported
- Neurodivergent children and young people
- Children in Out of Home Care and Foster Care settings
- Young adults navigating life transition and independence
- Families experiencing complex circumstances
- People living with disability, particularly psychosocial disability
- People experiencing trauma, emotional distress, and significant life challenges
Qualifications
Professional background
Qualifications & registration
- Bachelor of Social Science (Behavioural Studies)
- Certificate IV Child, Youth and Family Intervention
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention for Families
- Master of Disability Practice (Developmental Education) — currently completing
- Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner — Registration ID: TBD
- PBS Australia Registration ID: TBD
Supervised by: United Disability Care
Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner · Neurodiversity Specialist
While professional knowledge is important, my lived experience provides a unique understanding of the challenges many people face when trying to navigate systems, expectations, and environments that may not meet their needs. My goal is to create safe spaces where people feel understood, respected, and empowered.