Some kids go to the toilet three times a day. Some go a few times a week. Some children seem completely fine until toilet training starts, and suddenly poo becomes a big, stressful, tearful, avoid-at-all-costs situation.

Medical procedure anxiety and dental fear can make healthcare appointments extremely stressful for children and families. Blood tests, dental visits, immunisations, scans, and specialist appointments often involve unfamiliar sensations, uncertainty, discomfort, or previous negative experiences. For some children, particularly those with higher support needs, even…

One of the most anticipated sessions of the Connected Care Conference 2026 was a live panel discussion that brought together four clinicians whose careers span behaviour analysis, positive behaviour support, developmental education, and psychology. Moderated by Sophie Carrington, the conversation was honest, wide-ranging, and at…

When a family walks into your clinic, what do you assess first? It’s a deceptively simple question and it was the one Renee Collins, BCBA, CBA, and Developmental Educator at Super Kids Behavioural Consulting, put to her audience at the Connected Care Conference 2026 in…

Fear is a natural and important emotion. It helps us stay safe and respond to potential danger. For children, fears can appear at different stages of development, such as fear of the dark, strangers, loud noises, or being separated from parents. In most cases, these…

Behaviour analysts help people learn, grow, and thrive but most people aren’t quite sure how.

Autism isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience but it’s considered a spectrum, rich in diversity and complexity. Within that spectrum, some individuals face much greater challenges navigating daily life. They may require intensive, lifelong support across areas like communication, safety, mobility, and self-care. In clinical and policy…

If you’ve ever searched for support services for a person with a disability, you may have come across the term Developmental Educator . But what is a Developmental Educator? And how do they fit into the landscape of disability support professionals in Australia?

As the NDIS continues to grow, so does the need for qualified disability support professionals. One role gaining more recognition is the Behaviour Analyst .

When it comes to supporting children and teens with neurodivergence or behavioural challenges, two commonly considered services are psychology and Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA) . Both services are effective and evidence-based, yet they focus on different aspects of development. Understanding these distinctions and how the…

When it comes to delivering impactful, ethical, and evidence-based care, especially for children and young people with developmental delays or behaviours of concern, collaboration is key. We talk a lot about multidisciplinary teams in the allied health space, but there’s one role still underrepresented in…

If you’re a parent navigating the world of behaviour support in Australia, chances are you’ve come across a maze of titles, Behaviour Therapist , Behaviour Support Practitioner (BSP) , and Certified Behaviour Analyst (CBA) . It’s a lot to take in, especially when you’re already…

As parents and caregivers, one of our greatest hopes is to witness the blossoming of your child’s potential. One very common worry that many parents face is about their child’s development. Whether it’s your first child or not, it’s only natural to be curious and…