Jazz is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, and senior specialist Advanced behaviour support practitioner specialising in developmental trauma supporting children of all ages and their families.

Jazz has worked in the private and public health space, providing clinical behavioural support for children and young people, and their families since 2012. In 2022 Jazz founded New Wave Therapy with the aim of providing a person-centred professional service that really saw the individual and could provide friendly individualised support. Jazz is active and loves the outdoors, being a keen surfer and lover of all water sports. Incorporating this love of adventure and nature is permeated throughout her services whenever possible.

Lisa is our talented behaviour support practitioner who has vast experience working in the Out Of Home Care, residential support and the child protection space.

Lisa has degree in Social science and is currently working towards her Masters in Social Work, and also has a Diploma in Piano performance from ABRSM (Associated Board Royal School of Music) and has worked as a piano teacher privately as well as in schools, she is also a trained facilitator in numerous parenting programs including ‘circle of security’.

Lisa’s interests and talents expand across multiple areas, including IT (with a diploma in programming), is a keen swimmer and a talented tennis and pickle ball competitor and of course loves music and playing the piano.

Lisa is a compassionate skilled worker whose enthusiasm for life effortlessly helps others reconnect with their own interests and passions, while supporting participants and their families through any challenges they are experiencing.

Jenevieve is an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner and educator with over 20 years in schools and community settings across NSW and the NT. She works with people of all ages and disabilities, helping individuals, families, and teams build positive routines and environments where people can thrive.

With a background in teaching, creative arts, and functional behaviour analysis, Jenevieve takes a person-centred, strengths-based approach. Her practice is guided by creativity, trauma-informed care, and a deep respect for the dignity of every person. She aims to empower people to grow with confidence, connection, and resilience.

Rosalyn is a Behaviour Support Practitioner and loves supporting kids and people from diverse backgrounds to grow, connect and thrive.

Ros loves outdoor adventures and competed as a Canoe Slalom athlete at World Championship level for over a decade, with over fifteen years of experience as a coach from beginner through to elite national team level.

Ros is completing a Bachelor of Behavioural Studies and has previously completed a Bachelor of International and Global Studies. She loves helping people explore the benefits nature and movement can bring to their lives.

Tina is an experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner and Accredited Social Worker who has over 30 years’ experience working as a Social Worker in a variety of settings in both Australia and the UK. Tina’s expertise extends to areas such as substance abuse, child protection, child welfare and mental health.

Tina is committed to fostering positive change in individuals and the community. She has a passion for social justice and advocacy to empower marginalised individuals. Tina works from a client-centred approach which allows her the ability to establish genuine connections with all individuals under her care. Tina is amazingly creative and lover of many arts and crafts enjoying crocheting and making her own jewellery.

Nicole handles the day-to-day finance reconciliations, payroll and the general administration tasks for New Wave Therapy. Nicole has accumulated over 30 years’ experience in administration management and bookkeeping, working primarily in the finance and transportation sectors. Nicole is always eager to lend a hand and is enjoying learning everything about the support industry.