Hi I'm Janai
- Responsibility: Behaviour Support Practitioner
- Experience: Teaching | Psychology | Communications
- Email: hello@illawarrabehavioursupport.com.au
- Phone: 0475 240 699
About Me
Welcome — I’m really glad you’re here.
I’m a local Behaviour Support Practitioner providing warm, personalised and evidence-based support for preschoolers, children, teens and adults across the Illawarra, including Wollongong, Shellharbour, Kiama, Gerringong and surrounding areas.
As a sole practitioner, I offer something families and support coordinators value deeply:
one person, consistent communication, and a genuinely caring approach from start to finish.
You won’t be moved between departments or feel like a number.
You will always work directly with me — someone who listens, understands and shows up with compassion.
My Mission
My mission is to provide gentle, practical and neuro-affirming behaviour support that helps people feel safe, understood and empowered in their daily life.
Whether I’m supporting a preschooler with big emotions, a teenager navigating school challenges, or an adult in SIL/ILO, my goal is to create calm, connection and confidence — not pressure, shame or force.
My Approach
My practice is grounded in:
🤍 Neuro-affirming support
I honour neurodiversity and build strategies around each person’s strengths, communication style and sensory needs.
🌿 Trauma-informed care
Safety and connection come first. Behaviour is always communication, and I work gently to understand the “why.”
🏡 Collaborative teamwork
I partner with families, schools, therapists, support coordinators and SIL teams to keep support consistent across environments.
✨ Practical, realistic strategies
Clear and simple tools that reduce overwhelm and help everyday life feel easier.
📍 Local Illawarra expertise
I understand the local schools, NDIS pathways, SIL homes and community services across Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama.
Who I support
I provide Behaviour Support for individuals aged preschool age through to adulthood, including those experiencing:
- Autism / ASD
- ADHD
- Anxiety
- Trauma backgrounds
- Emotional dysregulation
- PDA-style presentations
- Psychosocial disability
- Intellectual disability
- Sensory processing needs
- Challenging behaviours or behaviours of concern
I offer support in homes, schools, preschools, workplaces, SIL/ILO settings and community environments across the Illawarra.
Who I'm experienced in
I specialise in Behaviour Support services including:
Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBA)
Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans (CBSP)
Early childhood behaviour strategies
Emotional regulation and sensory support
Reducing behaviours of concern
School behaviour collaboration
Staff and family training
Crisis mapping & escalation support
SIL/ILO behavioural planning
My work blends evidence-based practice with warmth, cultural awareness, and respect for each person’s unique needs.
Why Families & Providers Choose Me
✔ Local to the Illawarra
I regularly work with local schools, preschools, SIL teams and NDIS providers throughout Wollongong, Shellharbour and Kiama.
✔ One-to-one care from a sole practitioner
You always know exactly who you’re working with — and I’m genuinely invested in your journey.
✔ Calm, warm and approachable
Families often tell me they feel comfortable with me right away.
✔ Strong communication
I keep parents, support coordinators and teams updated with clarity and transparency.
✔ NDIS-experienced
I support self-managed and plan-managed participants and help families navigate their Behaviour Support funding.
A little about me personally
I’m a parent myself and understand the realities of big emotions, busy schedules and the ups and downs that come with supporting someone you love. I’m passionate about Behaviour Support because I’ve seen the difference that kind, consistent strategies can make — not just for the individual, but for the whole family.Outside of work, you’ll usually find me at the beach, in a local café, or enjoying the beautiful coastal walks our Illawarra community is known for.