Behaviour Support at Harper’s Health
Empowering Positive Change, One Step at a Time
At Harper’s Health, our Behaviour Support team works alongside individuals, families, and support networks to improve quality of life through evidence-based, person-centred strategies. We support children, adolescents, and adults with behaviours of concern by identifying the underlying needs driving those behaviours and developing tailored, respectful approaches that promote safety, dignity, and independence.
Who We Support
We provide Behaviour Support to people of all ages with:
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Autism spectrum disorder
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Intellectual disability
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Psychosocial disability
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Complex communication needs
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Trauma-related behaviours
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Functional impairments requiring specialist behaviour support
Whether support is short-term or long-term, our team is here to walk alongside you with compassion, clarity, and consistency.
Our Approach
Our Behaviour Support Practitioners are NDIS-registered and follow the Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework and NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission guidelines.
We:
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Conduct comprehensive Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs)
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Develop tailored Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs)
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Work collaboratively with families, educators, support workers, and other allied health professionals
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Provide training to ensure plans are implemented consistently
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Focus on reducing restrictive practices through proactive, ethical strategies
Service Delivery Options
We offer Behaviour Support services:
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In-clinic at Morpeth and East Maitland
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At home, school, or in the community
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Via telehealth, where appropriate
We’ll work with you to determine the best setting for your needs.
Funding and Referrals
Behaviour Support services can be accessed through:
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NDIS (Improved Relationships or Improved Daily Living)
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Private funding
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Third-party funding (e.g., case-managed plans)
You can self-refer or be referred by a GP, support coordinator, case manager, or allied health professional.
Want to make a referral or learn more? Contact us today to speak with our friendly team.
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