Hively Health

Meet the Team

At Hively Health we employ highly capable psychologists, social workers and behaviour support practitioners who care deeply about their work.

Our clinicians strive to go above and beyond for those we support, with each member of the team chosen for their qualifications and experience. We focus on highly qualified therapists who are also good humans, with amazing passion and commitment to improving lives.

Our team of therapists are fully qualified professionals who have completed their training and registration programs at Universities across Australia. We are dedicated to keeping our professional knowledge up to date so that we can provide the highest possible level of care and support.

Our team are highly experienced in the NDIS and work together with extended care teams to ensure quality support, best practice assessment and reporting within the NDIS framework.

Meet the team!

Psychology

General Psychologist / Clinical Team Lead | Brisbane

Alana is an experienced psychologist, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). Alana provides both therapy and assessment and diagnostic services, including paediatrics and leads our Clinical Team at Hively Health.

Alana’s interest in mental health started in performing arts and curiosity about the stories that make up our lives. She strives to cultivate a welcoming, inclusive space in session.

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General Psychologist / Clinical Team Lead | Brisbane

Clinical Psychologist | Brisbane

Storm Clements is an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours I) and a Master of Clinical Psychology, and provides both therapy and assessment services, including paediatric diagnostic assessments.

Storm accepts both private and NDIS clients at our East Brisbane Clinic and a referral is not required. However, referrals can be made under a Mental Health Treatment Plan or Chronic Disease Management (CDM) Plan.

Warm, compassionate, and authentic, Storm brings empathy and professionalism to every therapeutic relationship. She is committed to person-centred, trauma-informed care, creating an environment where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and valued.

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Clinical Psychologist | Brisbane

Clinical Psychologist | Brisbane

Danni is an experienced Clinical Psychologist, registered with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA). She holds a Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology Hons), and a Master of Clinical Psychology. Danni provides both therapy and assessment and diagnostic services.

Working from an attachment, trauma-informed, strengths-based approach, Danni draws upon a range of evidence-based interventions. Her toolkit includes Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Compassion-focused Therapy (CFT). By tailoring these approaches to individual needs, Danni empowers her clients to reach their therapeutic goals and make meaningful strides in their lives. Danni is also experienced in diagnostic and psychometric assessments.

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Clinical Psychologist | Brisbane

General Psychologist | Brisbane

Rae is an experienced Psychologist with General Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and an Associate Member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS).

Rae has experience and a passion in working with presentations such as Behavioural & Emotional Regulation, Neurodiversity, Symptoms of Trauma, Attention and Concentration Difficulties, Sleep and Sleep Hygiene, Social and Play Skills and Parenting Support.

In addition to 1:1 therapy, Rae runs regular group therapy programs for children throughout the school year. These programs are designed to provide a safe and nurturing space where children can practice social-emotional skills, gain confidence and foster friendships.

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General Psychologist | Brisbane

Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Vicki is a Provisional Psychologist who works with adults, children, adolescents, and families, offering thoughtful, evidence-based psychological support across a range of life stages and presentations. She brings a calm, reflective, and collaborative approach to her work, supporting clients to build insight, emotional regulation and resilience as they navigate life’s challenges and transitions.

Vicki has experience working with parents and caregivers to strengthen family relationships, better understand family dynamics, and support children’s emotional and behavioural development. She is especially interested in helping individuals and families navigate periods of stress, overwhelm, relational difficulty, and adjustment with greater clarity and steadiness. Her work also includes supporting families through perinatal and life transitions with compassion.

Vicki holds a Master of Professional Psychology, a Graduate Diploma in Psychology, and a Bachelor of Psychological Science (Honours). She is committed to ongoing professional development and is currently completing an Advanced Certificate in Couple and Family Systems Therapy.

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Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Tory is a dedicated Provisional Psychologist with Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and a registered Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with the NDIS Quality and Safeguards Commission. Tory has a Bachelor of Psychological Science and Counselling, a Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours, and is currently completing a Masters of Professional Psychology.

Tory has worked in health and community disability settings, providing treatment for a range of presenting concerns with a focus on empathetic and compassionate care. Tory supports all ages and presentations, with a special in interest in supporting children and families.

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Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Brad Smith is an experienced Provisional Psychologist, with a Master of Professional Psychology, and currently completing his Master of Clinical Psychology.

Brad has completed clinical placements with Child and Youth Mental Health Service (CYMHS) and the Youth Step Up Step Down (YSUSD) Unit, where he worked extensively with children and adolescents presenting with trauma, mood and anxiety disorders, behavioural challenges, and complex neurodevelopmental conditions.

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Provisional Psychologist | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support

Sunshine Coast

Team Leader - Positive Behaviour Support | Sunshine Coast

Sian McCue is a registered Advanced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner and Team Leader at Hively Health on the Sunshine Coast, supporting individuals of all ages. Her work includes supporting children and adults with autism, intellectual disability, and complex mental health or behavioural needs.

Sian is recognised as an autism-friendly therapist on the Sunshine Coast, known for her calm, proactive, and person-centred approach as a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner. Originally from the UK, Sian brings over a decade of experience in the disability and mental health sector. She has held multiple leadership roles and currently leads the Sunshine Coast Hively Positive Behaviour Support team. Sian works extensively with NDIS participants and is known for her empathetic and proactive approach as a behaviour specialist.

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Team Leader - Positive Behaviour Support | Sunshine Coast

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Kayla is a compassionate, neuro-affirming Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner based on the Sunshine Coast. She brings a wealth of experience across diverse roles and sectors, including teaching and tutoring, research and advocacy, and rehabilitation counselling.

Kayla has a particular interest in supporting individuals affected by the criminal justice system and believes in the power of unconditional positive regard to foster trust, growth, and meaningful outcomes.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Caitlin is a compassionate and experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner based on the Sunshine Coast. She has experience supporting individuals of all ages and presentations, with a particular interest in working alongside people who experience psychosocial disabilities and dual diagnoses.

Caitlin holds a Bachelor of Psychology with First Class Honours and is passionate about lifelong learning. She actively engages in professional development to ensure her practice remains current, evidence-based, and reflective of the most effective support approaches.

Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys gardening and growing flowers — a reflection of her nurturing approach and appreciation for growth, both in her garden and in the people she supports.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

With over 12 years of experience in the mental health and disability sector and qualifications in Counselling, Dale brings a wealth of knowledge, compassion, and practical insight to his work.

Based on the Sunshine Coast, Dale has developed a deep understanding of the region’s support services and community networks, allowing him to tailor behaviour support strategies that are both effective and locally grounded.

Outside of work, Dale finds balance and inspiration in the ocean. Whether he’s diving beneath the waves, chasing surf breaks, or casting a line at sunrise, his love for the sea reflects the calm, focus, and resilience he brings to his professional practice.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Chelcie is a compassionate and skilled Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner committed to delivering respectful, evidence‑informed, and person‑centered support. She brings experience working with individuals across the lifespan, from young children to older adults, drawing on her foundational background as a Disability Support Worker, which continues to shape her practical and empathetic approach to behaviour support.

With an educational background in Psychology and several years of experience working as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, Chelcie has developed strong capability in behavioural assessment, intervention planning, capacity‑building and restrictive practices. Her professional journey has included implementing evidence‑based behaviour strategies, collaborating closely with families and support networks, and contributing to the clinical development of behaviour support teams.

Chelcie has supported individuals with a wide range of needs, including Psychosocial Disabilities, Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD), ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Complex PTSD (CPTSD), Dementia, Frontal Lobe Conditions, Sensory Differences, Trauma‑related experiences, and individuals with a wide range of physical support needs.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Matthew is a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with extensive experience supporting individuals across a wide range of physical and psychosocial disabilities. While he enjoys working with clients of all ages, he has a particular passion for supporting children.

Matt holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Before moving into Behaviour Support, he worked in a large children’s hospital and a respite home for children with disabilities. He also brings four years of experience in Child and Family Health Nursing within a rural Queensland community.

Outside of work, Matt enjoys staying active through swimming, jogging, and surfing. He also loves reading, playing the drums, and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Greater Brisbane & Gold Coast

Practice Lead – Positive Behaviour Support

Alex R is an Advanced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner and Practice Lead at Hively Health. Based in Brisbane, Alex brings a decade of hands-on experience in the disability sector, starting her career as a support worker before becoming a registered counsellor and specialist in behaviour support.

Holding a Bachelor of Behavioural Science, and a Master of Counselling, Alex is also a registered member of the Australian Counselling Association. Her compassionate and strengths-based approach is shaped by her deep understanding of complex mental health needs, particularly in children, adolescents, and adults with disabilities.

Alex is known for her empathy, professionalism, and strong rapport with participants and their support networks. She believes in listening deeply to people’s stories and uncovering their strengths as a foundation for achieving positive behaviour change and long-term wellbeing.

Alex supports our experienced Practitioners to support individuals of all ages across the region, from Moreton Bay, Caboolture, North Lakes, Brisbane Bayside, Logan, Ipswich and surrounding areas.

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Practice Lead – Positive Behaviour Support

Team Leader – Positive Behaviour Support | Brisbane

Grace is a Proficient Behaviour Support Practitioner with four years of experience supporting individuals across the lifespan with complex mental health presentations, including Borderline Personality Disorder, Schizophrenia, and co-occurring intellectual disabilities. Grace’s practice is grounded in a strongly person-centred approach, ensuring support is respectful, individualised, and informed by both evidence-based practice and genuine empathy.

As a PBS Team Leader, Grace plays an active role in mentoring and supporting practitioners to deliver high-quality, ethical, and consistent behaviour support services. She provides clinical guidance, reflective supervision, and practical support to help her team navigate complex presentations, build confidence in their practice, and remain aligned with NDIS Quality and Safeguards requirements. By investing in her team’s development and wellbeing, Grace aims to ensure practitioners are well-supported so they, in turn, can provide the best possible outcomes for the participants they work with.

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Team Leader – Positive Behaviour Support | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner + Team Lead Support | Brisbane, Gold Coast

Valentina is an incredibly experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with Hively. This includes supporting our extended team of Practitioners in addition to supporting her participants. Valentina has an extensive background in the disability sector, holds a Master of Social Work and a Bachelor’s Degree in Medicine.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner + Team Lead Support | Brisbane, Gold Coast

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Caitlin is a Behaviour Support Practitioner at Hively Health with a background in Sociology and Childhood Trauma studies. She is passionate about supporting children and young people to build safety, connection and emotional regulation through trauma-informed and developmentally appropriate approaches.

 

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Jenna is a registered Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, with a Bachelor of Psychology and extensive experience in the disability sector.

In her spare time Jenna loves to catch up with friends and family!

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Katherine is an experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with broad experience in the disability sector. Katherine holds a Bachelor of Social Work, is a registered Social Worker and Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner and is a valued member of the Hively team.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Keira is an experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with broad experience in the disability sector. Keira holds a Bachelor of Psychological Science with Honours and is a valued member of the Hively team.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Riley is an experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with broad experience in the disability sector.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

I am a Proficient Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with over five years of experience supporting children, young people, and adults. My journey began as a Therapeutic Care Worker in out-of-home care, where I spent two years supporting children and young people with complex needs, before moving into the positive behaviour support space, where I have worked for the past three years.

Outside of work, I love staying active and spending time outdoors, whether that’s riding my motorbike, rock climbing, or hiking. I also enjoy winding down with video games, which helps me recharge and maintain balance.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Gina is an experienced Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with a background in social work and extensive experience working across the disability and community sectors. Gina holds a Bachelor of Social Work and is a registered Social Worker and Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, bringing a strong values-based and ethical foundation to her practice.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Arissara (Sheena) is a valued member of the Positive Behaviour Support team at Hively Health.

Sheena holds a Bachelor’s Degree with Honours in Psychological Science and has a keen interest in paediatric psychology. Sheena has significant experience in the disability sector and in working with children.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Isabelle is a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner with experience supporting individuals across a wide range of disabilities, ages and cultural backgrounds, including international experience providing behaviour support whilst working in London.

Isabelle holds a Bachelor of Psychology and a Diploma in Community Services. Prior to moving into Behaviour Support, she worked in Outside School Hours Care for over 10 years, specialising in supporting children with additional needs. She has also worked as a case manager supporting refugees through Amnesty International.

Outside of work, Isabelle enjoys staying active through hiking, surfing and Pilates. She also loves reading, travelling and spending quality time with family and friends.

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Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner | Brisbane

Leadership & Support

Managing Director/Founder

Nicolette is an experienced managing director, with a background in human rights law.

This includes advisory roles government and the not-for-profit sector.

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Managing Director/Founder

General Manager

Kate is an incredibly experienced General Manager, with a background in business management and human resources in both private and public organisations.

Kate is the proud owner of 3 very cute Happiness Consultants at Hively, Hero, Pumpkin and Benjamin!

Outside of work you will find Kate spending her time playing golf, tennis or spending time with her dogs.

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General Manager

Team Leader - Administration

Stacey leads our Administrative team at Hively Health, providing empathetic and caring support for the Hively Health team, and for those we support.

Stacey brings a strong background in administration across a range of industries and enjoys supporting teams to work efficiently and confidently. She holds a Master of Business Administration and is currently studying a Bachelor of Laws, showing her commitment to ongoing learning and personal development.

In her role as Administration Team Leader, Stacey enjoys building positive relationships, supporting her team, and helping create smooth processes that benefit both staff and participants. She is passionate about making a real difference through organised, reliable, and people-focused support.

Based on the Sunshine Coast, Stacey enjoys spending time with family and friends, getting outdoors, and unwinding when she’s not working or studying. She is excited to continue growing her skills, taking on new challenges, and contributing to Hively’s positive and supportive workplace culture.

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Team Leader - Administration

Administration

Macy is a valuable and welcoming member of our administrative team at Hively Health.

She joined Hively because she was drawn to the positive work culture and saw it as a place where she could grow and work towards her goals. With nearly two years of administrative experience, Macy previously worked as a hairdresser and is currently completing a Certificate III in Business. She’s excited to continue building her skills and becoming a valued part of the Hively team.

Outside of work, Macy enjoys relaxing with a good TV show or book, getting outdoors camping and fishing on her boat, and spending time with her partner and dogs.

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Administration

Administration

Alex is a warm and friendly Practice Administrator at Hively Health, with a degree in BSc Psychology and experience in Human Resources. Alex brings a thoughtful, people-centred perspective to her role, along with strong organisational and communication skills. She provides reliable and supportive administrative assistance to both the Hively Health team and the individuals and families we support.

Outside of work, Alex enjoys spending time with family and friends and has recently relocated to Australia, where she is enjoying settling in and exploring her new home.

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Administration

Administration

Caitlin is a warm and welcoming member of our administrative team at Hively Health. Caitlin has a background in customer support and customer service, providing welcoming and supportive support Monday – Friday for the Hively Health team, and for those we support.

Outside of work, Caitlin enjoys time with family and friends.

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Administration

Administration + Marketing Support

Brynn is a valued member of the administration team, playing a key role in coordinating and organising Hively’s marketing initiatives. She is studying a Bachelor of Business at university, majoring in Marketing, and brings strong knowledge and enthusiasm to her role.

With experience in customer service, business strategy, and marketing management, Brynn provides valuable support to the team and contributes to the smooth delivery of marketing and administrative processes.

Brynn strives to create a positive and supportive environment at Hively through her passionate care for participants, strong teamwork, and a continuous drive to improve the way things are done. She is always looking for better ways to support her colleagues and enhance the lives of the participants Hively supports.

Outside of work, Brynn can often be found studying, creating content on Canva, or spending quality time with her family and friends.

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Administration + Marketing Support

Administration

Alice is a warm and welcoming member of our administrative team at Hively Health. Alice is a university student, with a keen interest in Occupational Therapy and Health Sciences.

Outside of work, Alice enjoys time with family and friends.

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Administration

Happiness Consultants

Therapy Dog/Happiness Consultant

Alistair is a trained therapy dog, providing emotional regulation support to the children of Hively Health’s Managing Director, Nicolette Rusling. He is also a big fan of cuddles from the extended Hively team!

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Therapy Dog/Happiness Consultant

Happiness Consultants

Pumpkin, Hero & Benny are the pampered pooches in our Leadership team. They enjoy frequent treats, cuddles and generally living their best lives!!

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Happiness Consultants