Positive Behavior Support Practitioner

Qualifications:

David holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology from the University of California, Irvine. He combines academic knowledge with hands-on expertise.

Experience:

David is a highly experienced Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) practitioner with a career spanning over 15 years across Australia and the United States.

He is also a seasoned consultant and supervisor, supporting practitioners and organisations to build capacity, ensure quality, and deliver person-centred behavioural interventions.

He has led national PBS teams, developed telePBS programs, contributed to NDIS audits, and shaped strategic policy and service delivery in both in-person and remote contexts.

Areas of expertise:

David specialises in working with individuals with dual disabilities and complex support needs, offering tailored strategies that improve environments and relationships central to client well-being.

His strengths include functional behaviour assessment, training and supervision, professional report writing, and the development of behaviour support frameworks that are both ethical and effective.

Treatment Modalities:

His practice is grounded in trauma-informed care, person-centred approaches, and data-driven behaviour analysis.