Happy Lives Therapeutic Support Services

Happy Lives Therapeutic Supports Services

Behaviour Support Services

Happy Lives Therapeutic Supports provides a range of behaviour intervention support services, including:

Behaviour observation and assessment.
Functional behaviour assessment reports.
Development of positive behaviour support strategies.
Positive behaviour support plans.
NDIS restrictive intervention behaviour support plans.
Assistance with implementation of plans and strategies.
Staff training and support in behaviour management.
Parent and family training, education and support.
General consultation and advice regarding behaviour support.

We believe in our services being flexible, meeting the needs of each individual with which we work. We also believe in a collaborative approach, involving various stakeholders in a holistic manner to achieve ongoing behaviour improvement and change.

Psychology Services

Child & Adult Psychology

In child and adult psychology sessions, the psychologist works directly with the individual to support them with any identified psychological concerns, and to build capacity to live their lives to the fullest. Sessions can take a variety of formats, according to the age and needs of the participant, and approaches may include cognitive behavioural therapy, play based therapy, mindfulness, and psychoeducation, amongst many other styles of support. Issues that may be addressed include, but are not limited to:

Anger management.
Behavioural concerns.
Social skills development.
Sleep concerns.
Self-harm.
School issues.

Assessments

Various psychological assessments are available, depending on the needs of the individual. Please contact Happy Lives Therapeutic Supports to discuss your needs.

Parenting Support

Practical advice and support can be provided for parents / carers in developing positive parenting skills, and increasing their capacity to both support and develop their relationships with their child.

ABA & ESDM program development

Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) is an intensive behavioural program that aims to teach skills to children with autism spectrum disorder in a supported, structured and positive manner. It is an evidence based therapy that has been proven highly effective in assisting with skill acquisition and reducing negative behaviours. An individualised educational program is developed based on an assessment of your child, and regular meetings are scheduled to review goals and progress.

The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is an evidence based and structured play based therapy for children with autism spectrum disorder 5 years and under. Initial assessment and assistance with developing goals is completed by a certified ESDM practitioner, and progress and goals reviewed every 3 months.

Happy Lives Therapeutic Supports offers program development and direction for both ABA and ESDM programs. Direct therapy sessions are completed by parents or therapists engaged by the family.