As Mental Health Month comes to a close, it is the perfect time to pause and reflect. Over the past few weeks we have explored topics that help us understand ourselves, our behaviours, and how to support others with compassion and curiosity. The link between mental health and behaviour Every behaviour tells a story. When we look beyond the surface, beyond what we see, we start to notice what is really driving someone’s actions. Anxiety, sensory overload, trauma, grief, or fru

When we introduce a new behaviour strategy, we often expect things to improve straight away. But sometimes we see the opposite, a sudden spike in the behaviour we are trying to reduce. This temporary increase is called an extinction burst , and it is actually a sign that change is starting to work. What is an extinction burst An extinction burst happens when a behaviour that used to work for someone, for example to get attention, avoid a task, or access a preferred item, no l

This Mental Health Month, we’re sharing simple strategies that can help you feel calm and present when life feels overwhelming. One of...

✨ Free Resource Friday  ✨ As part of Mental Health Month , we’re sharing a simple but powerful tool that can support your wellbeing:...

October marks Mental Health Month in Australia , a time to reflect on our wellbeing and take small but meaningful steps toward caring for...

October is Mental Health Month in Australia. Research shows one in five Australians experience mental illness each year. In our latest blog, we share why this matters and how small, practical steps can make a difference.

Free emotions matching game to support with learning through play.

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Download a free Calming Strategies Card Set with simple prompts for regulation and focus. Practical, printable, and ready to use at home, school, work, or in the community.

Discover how small, daily micro-moments can build resilience. Learn practical tips to add calming pauses and connections into your everyday routine.

This free Emotional Regulation Choice Board is a simple visual tool that helps people communicate what they need when feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or upset. Perfect for carers, support workers, teachers, and individuals, it includes twelve calming strategies and space for personalised options. Print, laminate, and use it to support emotional awareness, self regulation, and choice making.

Grief is not just about death. It can come from the loss of health, routine, safety, or identity. For people with disability, chronic illness, or trauma histories, grief can show up in many ways. This blog explores how grief might look, five gentle strategies for supporting someone through it, and why presence matters more than words. Learn how carers, support workers, and professionals can offer compassionate, meaningful support.

This blog explains what trauma informed support means and why it is essential in behaviour and psychology work. Learn how past experiences can affect behaviour and discover five practical strategies carers and support workers can use to build safety, trust, and emotional regulation. Trauma informed support helps people feel understood and supported in everyday life.

This free cheat sheet outlines five proactive strategies to help prevent behaviours of concern. Perfect for families, support workers, and educators, this one-page PDF includes clear, easy-to-use tools that support communication, transitions, routines, and connection. Download it now and build your behaviour support toolkit with confidence.

Carers are the quiet heroes in so many people's lives. Whether you're supporting a child with additional needs, helping a parent navigate...

If you have ever wondered what exactly goes into a Behaviour Support Plan (BSP), you are not alone. These plans are a key part of the...

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Download our free printable Visual Schedule Template for kids and teens. This tool supports children who need routine, structure, and calm transitions during daily activities. Great for home, school, or therapy — and customisable to suit any need.