Carris
Qualifications:
- Master of Social Work and Bachelor of Human Services
Carris is a dedicated, neuro-affirming Behaviour Support Practitioner who works primarily with children and families. She applies a holistic, capacity-building approach that honours the lived experience of neurodivergence.
With a background in child protection, hospital-based social work, and community mental health, Carris brings a broad and trauma-informed perspective to her practice. Her work is grounded in inclusion, adaptability, empowerment, and participant voice.
Carris integrates evidence-based strategies with deep empathy, drawing on her lived experience as a neurodivergent parent of three neurodivergent children. This perspective allows her to connect meaningfully with families navigating similar challenges.
Skilled in designing practical, respectful and individualised Behaviour Support Plans, Carris works closely with multidisciplinary teams, carers and parents to promote sustainable outcomes and enhance quality of life.
Focus areas:
- Developing Behaviour Support Plans that reduce restrictive practices
- Functional skill-building and capacity development
- Neuro-affirming, trauma-informed practice
- Family-centred and multidisciplinary collaboration
Service locations: North Albury, New South Wales and surrounding areas.