HandinHand Mental Health & Disability

HandinHand Mental Health & Disability Offering Allied Health Services nation-wide. Reach out today and take the first step towards a better you 🌿

Behaviour Support, Occupational Therapy, Psychology, counselling, Social Work, individual and group programs, plus more!

Meet Jordan Curtis, a dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioner based on the Sunshine Coast, providing evidence-based, tr...
23/10/2025

Meet Jordan Curtis, a dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioner based on the Sunshine Coast, providing evidence-based, trauma-informed support for individuals with disability.

With experience across disability, mental health, and child safety, Jordan develops Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs), Behaviour Support Plans (BSPs), and Risk Management Plans that empower individuals to live safer, more meaningful lives.

đź“Ť Supporting participants across Sunshine Coast, Gympie, and nearby areas
đź”— Get to know Jordan more here: https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/team-members/jordan-curtis/

Want to work with Jordan, call us 1300 853 293

Self-care is more than just daily routines, it’s a pathway to independence. 🌱From brushing teeth and dressing to groomin...
22/10/2025

Self-care is more than just daily routines, it’s a pathway to independence. 🌱
From brushing teeth and dressing to grooming and routines, Occupational Therapy helps children build skills with confidence.

Small steps today create independence for tomorrow.

Start the right journey today 1300 853 293

Distance doesn't have to mean missing out on necessary supports. Can't find a Behaviour Support Practitioner in your ar...
21/10/2025

Distance doesn't have to mean missing out on necessary supports. Can't find a Behaviour Support Practitioner in your area. Positive Behaviour Support can be done online until local supports are available.

At Hand in Hand, we provide Positive Behaviour Support nationwide via telehealth, so families can access the right strategies no matter where they live.

Distance doesn’t have to mean missing out on support. We are here to help 1300 853 293

Many families tell us they felt isolated before Positive Behaviour Support - having to manage big emotions alone and con...
21/10/2025

Many families tell us they felt isolated before Positive Behaviour Support - having to manage big emotions alone and confused.

With HandinHand, you don’t have to do this alone. 💙
We walk alongside you, offering experience, clarity, strategies, and support every step of the way. đź“ž Call us today: 1300 853 293

🌱 The Earlier We Understand Big Behaviours, the Faster We Can HelpBehaviour challenges can build up fast — putting press...
16/10/2025

🌱 The Earlier We Understand Big Behaviours, the Faster We Can Help

Behaviour challenges can build up fast — putting pressure on families, teachers, and carers.
Early Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) brings calm, structure, and lasting change for children showing signs of distress or harm.

🌿 When to Seek Behaviour Support

đź’š When daily routines or big emotions feel hard to manage
đź’š When meltdowns, aggression, or withdrawal become frequent
đź’š When you want clear, consistent strategies that help your child feel safe and understood

👩‍💼 Meet Your Brisbane PBS Practitioners
Jade Young – Fortitude Valley, Herston, New Farm
Karen Munro – Brisbane South & surrounds

Together, they bring decades of trauma-informed, evidence-based Behaviour Support for families and teams across Brisbane.

đź“ž Call us today: 1300 853 293

🌱 The Right Support at the Right Time Changes EverythingBehaviour challenges don’t appear overnight — they build quietly...
14/10/2025

🌱 The Right Support at the Right Time Changes Everything

Behaviour challenges don’t appear overnight — they build quietly until they impact daily life.

That’s why early referral for Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) makes all the difference. It gives participants, families, and support teams structure, stability, and a clear path forward, reducing crisis calls and improving outcomes.

👩‍💼 Meet Your Sunshine Coast PBS Practitioners
đź“Ť Supporting participants across Maroochydore, Caloundra, Kawana, and Gympie

Shanelle Wilson – Behaviour Support Practitioner
Trauma-informed and empathetic, Shanelle supports children and young people through transitions and crises, helping them achieve calm, stability, and positive change.

Olivia Reynolds – Behaviour Support Practitioner
Olivia develops collaborative, evidence-based PBS plans that empower families, build independence, and strengthen support networks.

Early PBS referrals mean smoother NDIS reviews, calmer environments, and better outcomes for everyone involved.

Speak with our Sunshine Coast Behaviour Support Team today to arrange timely support and assessment.
đź“ž 1300 853 293

Every child’s autism journey is unique. 💙Our psychologists and Behaviour Support Practitioners support children with com...
10/10/2025

Every child’s autism journey is unique. 💙
Our psychologists and Behaviour Support Practitioners support children with communication, social skills, and emotional regulation, helping them feel heard, safe and connected.

Because support should fit the child, not the other way around. 🌱

👉 Start support now — get connected with the right practitioner.
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/referrals/

Call Us 1300 853 293

Strong evidence makes NDIS applications clearer and stronger. đź’ĽOur Allied Health Team and Social Workers provide assessm...
10/10/2025

Strong evidence makes NDIS applications clearer and stronger. đź’Ľ
Our Allied Health Team and Social Workers provide assessments that highlight support needs for housing, education, and daily living, helping families access the right funding.

Because better evidence leads to better support outcomes. 🌱

👉 Start support now — we’ll guide you through your next steps.
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/referrals/

Call Us 1300 853 293

Picky eating can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. 🍎Occupational Therapy helps children explore textur...
09/10/2025

Picky eating can be stressful, but it doesn’t have to stay that way. 🍎
Occupational Therapy helps children explore textures and tastes in a safe, supportive way, building confidence with food at their own pace.

Small steps lead to more positive mealtimes. 🌱

👉 Start support now — connect with our team through our referral form.
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/referrals/

Give us a call 1300 853 293

✨ Meet Lexi – Our Compassionate Psychologist ✨We’re delighted to welcome Lexi Micski to the HandinHand team! 💚Lexi is a ...
07/10/2025

✨ Meet Lexi – Our Compassionate Psychologist ✨

We’re delighted to welcome Lexi Micski to the HandinHand team! 💚

Lexi is a registered Psychologist who supports clients across all ages — from children and adolescents to adults and older persons. With extensive experience in trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, substance-related concerns, and personality complexities, Lexi brings both deep expertise and genuine compassion to every session.

She is especially passionate about the connection between mental and physical health and is committed to providing evidence-based, person-centred care. Drawing on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy-informed practices (DBT), and Motivational Interviewing, Lexi works collaboratively with her clients to create a safe and non-judgemental therapeutic environment that fosters growth and healing.

Based in Ipswich, Lexi also offers telehealth, home, and school visits, making psychological support more accessible and flexible for each client’s needs. She provides services under Medicare, NDIS, WorkCover, and Private arrangements, ensuring that care is available to those who need it most.

If you’re in Ipswich or nearby areas, we invite you to book a session with Lexi and experience her supportive approach firsthand. 🌿
💬 Start with a Free 15-Minute Consultation →
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/book-free-consultation

Need us now? Call us at 1300 853 293.

Positive Behaviour Support isn’t just about managing challenges at home, it’s about building skills for life. It’s about...
06/10/2025

Positive Behaviour Support isn’t just about managing challenges at home, it’s about building skills for life.
It’s about creating calmer mornings, smoother school drop-offs, more confidence in the community, and stronger relationships at every stage.

Our practitioners support children and families in schools, workplaces, and community settings where behaviours often show up.

Wherever support is needed, Positive Behaviour Support strategies bring clarity and calm. đź’™

👉 Book your FREE 15-minute consultation to learn how PBS can support your family.
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/book-free-15min-consultation/

Give us a call 1300 853 293
Or email referral@handinhandmentalhealth.com.au

Positive Behaviour Support isn’t a quick fix—it’s a journey. 🌱Some families see changes quickly, while others take more ...
03/10/2025

Positive Behaviour Support isn’t a quick fix—it’s a journey. 🌱
Some families see changes quickly, while others take more time. Every person’s needs are unique, and so are the strategies that support them.

What matters most is that PBS creates sustainable change—reducing stress, building skills, and creating calmer days for the long term. 💙

👉 Book your FREE 15-minute consultation to explore the right next steps for your child.
https://www.handinhandmentalhealth.com.au/book-free-15min-consultation/

Give us a call 1300 853 293 or email referral@handinhandmentalhealth.com.au

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1 7-9 Plaza Links, Plaza Parade, Maroochydore
Sunshine Coast, QLD
4558

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 7pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 7pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 7pm
Thursday 8:30am - 7pm
Friday 8:30am - 7pm
Saturday 9am - 12pm

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