Behaviour Support Practitioner
Serving Chadstone & City of Glen Eira

NDIS Behaviour Support in Chadstone

Behaviour is rarely caused by just one thing, and that’s especially true when there’s more than one diagnosis in the mix, autism alongside ADHD, anxiety layered on top of a communication difference, or a physical health condition that complicates everything else. I don’t try to isolate one cause and ignore the rest. The assessment looks at the whole picture, because a plan built around only part of the story tends not to hold up.

What Behaviour Support Looks Like in Chadstone

That usually means more coordination than a straightforward case, working alongside other therapists, specialists, or medical teams already involved, so the behaviour support plan actually fits with everything else going on rather than working against it.

For a family in Chadstone, this might mean:

• Assessment for behaviour linked to communication needs, sensory distress, trauma, anxiety, or unmet health needs
• Practical home strategies for Chadstone families who feel they’re constantly walking on eggshells
• Positive Behaviour Support approaches focused on quality of life, skill-building, and safety
• Collaborative planning with support coordinators, your allocated Local Area Coordinator, therapists, educators, and informal supports
• Plain-language recommendations that are easier for busy families and teams to follow

It takes a bit longer to get right, and I’d rather take that time than hand over something generic that doesn’t actually reflect how complicated the situation is.

Getting Started

Here’s what the process actually looks like, since it’s rarely explained clearly upfront. You start with a free 20-minute call, no referral required, just a chance to talk through what’s going on. From there, if we’re a good fit, we sign a service agreement and get the initial assessment booked, at home, at school with consent, or over telehealth.

Expect four to six weeks for a full Behaviour Support Plan once that’s underway. If the situation’s urgent, particularly if restrictive practices are already being used, I’ll aim for an Interim BSP within two weeks instead. I try to keep the wait as short as possible for Chadstone families, same as anywhere else I work.

NDIS Funding & Early Childhood Support in Chadstone

City of Glen Eira falls within the NDIS Bayside Peninsula region. Behaviour Support is commonly funded under Capacity Building — Improved Daily Living. Local Area Coordination for Chadstone is provided by your allocated Local Area Coordinator. We support plan-managed and self-managed participants:

• Plan Managed — your plan manager handles all invoicing; no out-of-pocket payments
• Self Managed — we invoice you directly; you claim reimbursement from the NDIS myplace portal
• Early Childhood (under 7) — no formal diagnosis required; families in Chadstone can also access Glen Eira City Council's free Maternal and Child Health service for developmental checks alongside NDIS Early Childhood supports

Not sure what’s in your NDIS plan, or who your allocated Local Area Coordinator is for your area? Book a free consultation — we’ll explain your options in plain language.

Who We Work With in Chadstone

Brave Mental Health works with individuals across the lifespan in Chadstone and the surrounding City of Glen Eira area. We support:

• A young child whose behaviour has changed after starting childcare, kinder, or primary school in Chadstone
• A participant with autism or ADHD who becomes distressed by transitions, noise, demands, or changes to routine
• A family where everyone is exhausted by sleep difficulties, aggression, meltdowns, or constant negotiation
• A school in City of Glen Eira needing clear, consistent strategies after repeated incidents
• A participant with psychosocial disability or dual diagnosis who needs support that is calm, respectful, and practical
• A family from a multilingual or multicultural background wanting support that doesn’t ignore culture, identity, or faith

School and Community Collaboration in Chadstone

If there’s a support coordinator or early childhood service already involved, we’re happy to loop them in so nothing runs as two disconnected processes.

Telehealth and In-Home Support

All sessions are available by secure telehealth, which is often easier for Chadstone families managing work, school pick-up, and support schedules. In-home and community-based sessions may also be available where clinically appropriate.

About Your Practitioner

Your Behaviour Support Practitioner is Himani Arora, founder of Brave Mental Health. Himani has 5+ years of experience supporting NDIS participants across Melbourne, including families in Chadstone and across City of Glen Eira. She is trauma-informed, culturally affirming, and brings genuine expertise and warmth to every family she supports.

“I believe every person — regardless of their diagnosis, background, or the challenges they face — deserves support that truly sees them. Not just their behaviour, but their whole self.”

— Himani Arora, Behaviour Support Practitioner