Nisha is a qualified Social Worker and experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner
(proficient) who is passionate about supporting people to feel understood, respected and
empowered in their everyday lives. She brings experience working with children and adults
with diverse and complex support needs, including intellectual disability, autism, acquired
brain injury, psychosocial disability, cognitive impairment and complex behaviours.

Nisha’s practice is grounded in a person-centred, strengths-based and trauma-informed
approach. Her experience includes conducting functional behaviour assessments,
developing Behaviour Support Plans, undertaking behavioural observations and
assessments, developing individualised proactive and reactive strategies, supporting the
reduction of restrictive practices, and providing practical training and coaching to families,
support workers and broader care teams. She enjoys translating clinical recommendations
into simple, realistic strategies and visual resources that can actually be used in everyday
life.

With a background in Social Work, Nisha takes a holistic view of each person and considers
not only their disability, but also their relationships, culture, environment, communication,
life experiences, trauma history, strengths and personal goals. She values collaboration and
works closely with participants, families, Support Coordinators, support workers and allied
health professionals to create consistent and meaningful supports.

Nisha aims to ensure that the people she supports are heard, respected and involved in
decisions about their own lives, while helping the people around them feel more confident
in understanding and responding to their needs.