NDIS Psychologist Illawarra

Connecting individuals with a registered NDIS psychologist near Illawarra, Interaction Services aim to help participants achieve their goals and improve quality of life.

Whether you’re seeking disability behaviour support or need to improve daily living skills with a qualified psychologist, we tailor our approach to suit individual circumstances.

Call us on 1300 668 123 or email alliedhealth@interactionservices.org or fill out our BAHS Service Request Form online.

Reliable Behaviour Support for Illawarra Participants

Supports and therapies offered by Interaction’s BAHS team include:

  • Behaviour Support
  • Psychology
  • Assessment
  • Counselling

Our therapists utilise evidence-based interventions, adapting their methods and responding effectively to the specific needs of each client. This will also involve clear communication from an experienced disability psychologist.

We provide in-depth assessments in Illawarra to understand each person’s unique needs, triggers, and strengths. This thorough approach makes certain that our behaviour support plans are practical, effective, and aligned with NDIS goals.

Work with a Registered NDIS Psychologist in Illawarra

Interaction’s AHPRA registered psychologists can work with participants to promote physical and emotional wellbeing. Our therapists make use of evidence-based methods and demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness to client requirements.

How can you access a disability psychologist?

There are two ways to access a registered disability psychologist

  • NDIS Plan Funding: As a registered provider, we offer therapy at our Bella Vista office or other locations (travel costs apply).
  • Fee-for-Service: Clients can opt for pay-per-session therapy.

Each session builds confidence, develops coping strategies, and supports overall wellbeing. We provide transparent pricing with quotes before any service begins, giving you complete control over your NDIS funding allocation.

Sessions can be conducted with an individual, a family, or both the individual and a carer/family member.

NDIS Psychologist in Illawarra: Why Choose Interaction?

With over 40 years of industry experience supporting people with intellectual disabilities across NSW, why should you reach out to Interaction?

  • Registered NDIS provider with proven track record
  • We point you to qualified psychologists and behaviour support practitioners
  • Person-centred approach respecting individual goals
  • Transparent pricing and NDIS plan management support
  • Thorough services from assessment to ongoing therapy

Interaction are passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives. 

NDIS Psychologist in Illawarra: Speak To Us

Connecting with an NDIS psychologist as a participant in Illawarra is straightforward with Interaction.

Our psychologists are all registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Coming from a range of backgrounds and experiences, our team is highly skilled at supporting people with disabilities and their families.

Reach out to us today to achieve your goals.

Kim Konowec

Kim Konowec

Practice Manager

Kim began her career in business administration, marketing and accounting and after receiving experience in each area then moved into her favourite roles in business management. She loves to work within a team and strives to achieve a positive and supporting working environment where every member of the team is supported.  Kim said: ‘My goal is to create an environment that allows our clinicians to concentrate on what they do best, working with their participants to provide a high quality service and achieve the best outcomes possible.’

She loves to liaise with our clinicians, participants, families and stakeholders to improve service areas wherever possible.

Giselle Tadros

Giselle Tadros

Senior Psychologist

Sydney and Wollongong

Giselle is a Registered Psychologist with AHPRA, an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society and has over 10 years of experience working with people with disability. She completed her Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) in 2008, and her Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology in 2009, at the University of Western Sydney. She is also recognised with AHPRA as a Board Approved Supervisor for Provisional Psychologists. Giselle is also a certified CPI Safety Intervention Instructor and CPI Dementia Capable Care Instructor.

Giselle has worked with a wide range of complex clients with varying diagnoses such as Down Syndrome, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities (mild to severe), Mental Health and Psychiatric Disorders. Challenging behaviours is an area of interest to Giselle, with her experiencing relating to complex trauma, self-injurious behaviours, communicative difficulties, aggressive behaviours, and contact with the criminal justice system. Giselle has completed Functional Behaviour Assessments, Psychometric Assessments, implemented Positive Behaviour Support Models, developed and conducted various training for carers, staff, support workers and other stakeholders as well as implemented evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Person-Centered Interventions with both children and adults.

Giselle has a passion for supporting individuals with disabilities, dual diagnoses trauma background and involvement in the criminal justice system well as their stakeholders in order to improve their quality of life.

Kimberly Herivel

Kimberly Herivel

Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner/Psychologist

Newcastle

Kimberly is a registered Psychologist who has been with Interaction since 2015.  Individual and group therapy, supporting families, staff teams and other stakeholders, along with positive behaviour support strategies is what Kimberly’s role involves on a regular basis.

Kimberly is a registered Parenting Facilitator with ‘Circle of Security’ – a research based program focusing on the relationship between children and their parents, and how strengthening this connection can increase emotional security.  She is consistently learning from peers and clients, and loves the variety of people she comes into contact with.

Kimberly has previously worked in the NFP sector in both youth homelessness and disability.

Natasha Tmusic

Natasha Tmusic

Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney and Central Coast

Natasha began her career at Interaction a number of years ago as a support worker, working in direct support and gradually moving through a number of our high support programs. Natasha has extensive training and experience in working with a wide range of people with disability, and in particular those with PWS. Originally commenced a Bachelor of Medical Science and Bachelor of Social Science, Natasha discovered a passion for neuroscience, behavioural and cognitive sciences and psychology. This led Natasha to her current studies, a double degree at Macquarie University (Bachelor of Neuroscience and Bachelor of Psychology). In her current role within the BAHS team, Natasha’s key responsibilities include conducting behavioural assessments and reports, providing positive behaviour strategies and plans, training and implementation support and clinical consultation with key stakeholders.

Lauren Nash

Lauren Nash

Senior Behaviour Support Practitioner/Psychologist

Central Coast

Lauren has been a member of the Interaction Team since 2007 and has almost 20 years’ experience in the public and private sectors. She has worked across education, community, accommodation, and clinical settings, and has obtained Bachelor degrees in Management and Applied Psychology, as well as a Postgraduate Diploma in Psychology. Lauren is an AHPRA registered Psychologist and an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society. As a member of the BAHS Team, Lauren’s key responsibilities are providing psychometric assessments and reports, positive behaviour support programs, training and implementation support, individual therapy and clinical consultation. Lauren has enjoyed working with all her clientele over the years but has a particular interest in engaging with and improving psychosocial wellness for children, young persons and their families. She has a keen interest in trauma informed practice and dual diagnostics.

Kylie Sauvao

Kylie Sauvao

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Wollongong

Kylie is a dedicated practitioner with over 6 years’ experience in the disability sector and a background in nursing and aged care. She is passionate about assisting people with disability and about advocating for the rights and well-being of individuals with mental health challenges. Her goal is to empower participants, ensuring they receive respect, dignity, and opportunities. She thrives in creating inclusive environments that foster positive outcomes for individuals and their families based on a strong foundation, empathetic care and support.

Jessica Aguero

Jessica Aguero

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Macarthur and Wollongong Regions

Jessica has a Bachelor of Psychological Science from the Australian College of Applied Psychology. Jessica provides person-centred services to participants with a wide variety of diagnoses. Within the BAHS team, Jessica’s key responsibilities are conducting behavioural assessments and reports, providing positive behaviour support strategies and plans and clinical consultation with key stakeholders.

Ashleigh Seaton

Ashleigh Seaton

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney and Central Coast

After graduating from Macquarie University in 2022 with a Bachelor of Psychology with first-class Honours, Ashleigh began working with Interaction as a Behaviour Support Practitioner. She is also a Research Coordinator on trials at Macquarie University, which aim to improve treatment outcomes for those with anxiety across the lifespan.

Eve Timms

Eve Timms

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney

Eve is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner with a passion for supporting people with disability to flourish. Eve holds a double degree in Psychology and Neuroscience and received First Class Honours in Psychology from the University of Sydney. Using her expertise in psychology and neuroscience and experience in mental health and behaviour therapy, Eve demonstrates her strong dedication to enhancing people’s lives and offering compassionate, evidence-based support.

Natasha Calafate

Natasha Calafate

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney

Natasha has a passion for helping others and has always been interested in human behaviour and mental health.  Natasha is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner and also continues to expand her qualifications, currently studying Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling.  After joining Interaction in 2016 her dedication and passion has enabled her to obtain a wide range of knowledge and experience within the organisation. Natasha has been working within the allied health team for a number of years now and is a valued member of the team.

Samantha Hiley

Samantha Hiley

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Central Coast

Samantha has been a member of Interaction since 2011 and holds a Bachelor of Arts with an extended major in Psychology from the University of Queensland. Prior to joining the BAHS team in 2022, Samantha worked in other areas of Interaction including senior management, before following her passion to work with participants and their families to achieve their goals.

Samantha is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner and is currently pursuing a postgraduate certificate in positive behaviour support.

Helen Amos

Helen Amos

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Central Coast

Helen has been an invaluable member of the Interaction team for more than 20 years. She has worked across several programs including accommodation, community and clinical settings which have provided a broad knowledge of the support networks surrounding her participants. Helen holds a BA in Community Welfare, and BA Honours 1st Class in Social Science. Her passion of working with families, particularly parents with intellectual disability inspired her research on ‘Parents with Intellectual Disability and the Child Protection Process’. Helen is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner and also continues to expand her qualifications, currently studying Positive Behaviour Support as a post graduate certificate. Being able to work as a team with participants and their support networks is what Helen loves most about her role.

Claudia Masina

Claudia Masina

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney

Claudia is a dedicated mental health professional working towards registration as a Provisional Psychologist with AHPRA. Claudia has obtained degrees in Business and Human Resources in addition to completing Graduate level qualifications in Psychology including a Graduate Diploma in Psychology and Bachelor of Psychological Science – Honours. She is also a licensed and practicing Wellness Coach delivering coaching programs to support clients to achieve desired behavioural outcomes focused on improving personal health habits.

Claudia is highly experienced in providing quality emotional support to a diverse group of clients with a wide range of needs, through a caring and person-centred approach in all engagements. She is passionate about utilising evidence-based therapies to help improve the quality of life of her clients with a keen interest on the principles of Solution Focused Therapy to support clients attaining their goals through personal strengths and practical strategies.

Liam Jones

Liam Jones

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney

Currently in the midst of completing my Bachelor of Psychology (honours) at Macquarie University. Liam previously worked as a disability support worker for over 2 years, specifically working with participants with autism spectrum disorder and schizophrenia. Liam joined the team in mid 2023 as a Behaviour Support Practitioner.

Shannon Hernon

Shannon Hernon

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney

Shannon is an experienced professional in the Child Protection field, boasting four years of dedicated service, including three years with the Department of Community Services (QLD) and one year with AXIA Solutions, working directly with FACS (NSW). She has also completed significant work experience, totaling 950 hours at Child Safety (QLD) and 1,000 hours at Moving Forward (Domestic Violence, NSW). Shannon holds a Bachelor of Social Work from Griffith University and is currently a Behavioural Support Practitioner, where she applies her extensive background and training to support individuals.

Merrin Boulton

Merrin Boulton

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Central Coast and Newcastle

Merrin is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner with a Bachelor of Education and is registered with NESA. After a 24-year teaching career and working extensively to support children with disabilities in the classroom, she has decided to follow her passion to work directly with participants and their families to achieve their goals in their homes and the community.

She is particularly interested in ADHD, ASD, Cerebral Palsy and intellectual disability. Merrin is deeply committed to enhancing the quality of life for children and young people with disabilities by collaborating closely with their families and stakeholders.

Nicole Walters

Nicole Walters

Behaviour Support Practitioner

Sydney and Macarthur

Nicole is a qualified Behaviour Support Practitioner, Behaviour Therapist, and Social Worker with over 15 years of experience in child and adolescent behaviour therapy and social services. She has dedicated her career to the disability sector, driven by a deep passion and unwavering commitment to empowering individuals to reach their full potential. Nicole is focused on creating inclusive opportunities for people with disabilities, advocating for equal access to enriching life experiences, and fostering environments where safety, growth, and wellbeing are central.

Throughout her career, Nicole has supported children and families through complex challenges, helping them build healthy, fulfilling lives while strengthening family dynamics. Her practice is grounded in a comprehensive understanding of child and adolescent development, psychology, and behaviour. She designs tailored, person-centred plans and interventions that reflect each client’s unique needs and goals. Nicole takes a holistic approach to care, with a particular emphasis on co-regulation skills, supporting emotional resilience and long-term wellbeing in nurturing, supportive settings.

Nicole holds a Bachelor in Inclusive Education and Disability Studies and is currently completing her Master in Counselling. She brings strong ethical values and a deep understanding of the NDIS framework, ensuring her work aligns with best-practice standards and promotes dignity, autonomy, and inclusion for all participants. She has a particular interest in supporting children and families, especially those with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), and is committed to helping them thrive through compassionate, evidence-based care.

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