Hi, I’m Shalea
I’m a Behaviour Support Practitioner, Registered Nurse, and founder of Active Positive Behaviour Support. I support children, adolescents, and adults living with disability to better understand behaviour, build capacity, and improve quality of life.
My passion for this work comes from both professional expertise and lived experience. As a mum of five in a proudly neurodivergent family, I understand the complexities of navigating disability, advocacy, and support systems. That perspective complements, but does not define my practice.
I believe every person deserves to be treated with dignity, respect, and compassion. My approach is collaborative, neuro-affirming, trauma-informed, and grounded in evidence-based practice, with a focus on creating practical strategies that work in everyday life.
Whether you're seeking support for yourself, a family member, or someone you care for, I'm here to walk alongside you with clarity, empathy, and genuine partnership.
“What looks like defiance is often distress. Behind every behaviour is a need, not a battle.”
Our Vision
At Active Positive Behaviour Support, our vision is a world where every person is understood, respected, and supported to live a life that is meaningful to them.
We believe behaviour is communication, and that lasting change comes from understanding the person, not simply trying to change the behaviour. Our goal is to create environments where individuals feel safe, heard, and empowered, while the people supporting them feel confident and equipped to make a positive difference.
We imagine a future where:
Families feel supported rather than judged.
Care teams work together with curiosity, compassion, and consistency.
Schools, workplaces, and communities embrace flexibility and inclusion.
Behaviour support is practical, collaborative, and centred on improving quality of life.
Every day, we strive to:
See the person behind the behaviour.
Protect dignity, autonomy, and human rights.
Honour each individual’s unique strengths, preferences, and way of experiencing the world.
Empower families and care teams through education, shared understanding, and practical strategies that can be used in everyday life.
Help others understand the reasons behind behaviours and respond in ways that build trust, reduce distress, and strengthen relationships.
Work collaboratively to create supports that are meaningful, realistic, and tailored to the individual.
Create lasting positive change through connection, understanding, and evidence-informed practice.
Because when people feel understood and supported, they have the opportunity to thrive and so do the people around them.