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Sian
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.
Approach & Philosophy
Sian’s approach to Positive Behaviour Support on the Sunshine Coast is neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed, and rooted in human rights. As an experienced PBS practitioner and behaviour support specialist, she views behaviour as communication and works to uncover the reasons behind behaviours of concern.
Her practice centres on proactive, respectful planning that empowers individuals and equips families and support teams with clear, practical strategies. Sian’s work as a PBS practitioner promotes safety, dignity, and long-term positive change.
Services Offered
- Functional Behaviour Assessments (FBAs)
- Development of Positive Behaviour Support Plans
- Support for complex behaviours and co-occurring disabilities, including restrictive practices
- Behaviour support for individuals with autism, ADHD, and intellectual disability
- Collaboration with families, carers, schools, and allied health professionals
- NDIS-funded behaviour support (self-managed, plan-managed and agency-managed)
- Supervision and leadership of Hively’s Sunshine Coast PBS team
Sian is able to support individuals and families across the Sunshine Coast, including Caloundra, Maroochydore, Noosa, and Glass House Mountains.
Community & Leadership
As Team Leader, Sian plays an active role in building Hively’s presence across the Sunshine Coast. She regularly represents the organisation at community events such as the Sunshine Coast Community Disability Expo and the Sunshine Coast Regional Disability Expo, where she connects with families, providers, and local organisations to advocate for inclusive, strengths-based support.
Her leadership fosters a culture of respect, collaboration, and continuous learning across the PBS team and wider community networks.
Positive Behaviour Support in Practice
Sian is known for her consistent, calm, and person-first approach as a PBS practitioner. Her support strategies are highly individualised and may include:
- Environmental adaptations to reduce distress
- Visual and sensory tools to support communication
- Skill-building activities that promote independence
- Collaborative planning with entire support teams
Her work consistently reflects Hively’s CARES values — Courageous, Authentic, Respectful, Empowering, and Safe. She follows the NDIS Positive Behaviour Support Capability Framework in all clinical planning and delivery.
What Others Say
Sian is frequently recognised by families and colleagues for her warmth, professionalism, and ability to build trust. She is deeply committed to creating support plans that are realistic, respectful, and empowering for the individual and their network.
“Sian has great rapport with participants, visiting often enough to truly understand and support them.”
— Feedback Sian received during a recent NDIS audit process
Frequently Asked Questions
Sian provides support across the Sunshine Coast, including Caloundra, Maroochydore, Noosa, and surrounding areas.
Yes. Sian’s approach is neurodiversity-affirming and she has extensive experience supporting autistic individuals. She aligns with best practices such as those outlined in the Autism CRC National Guidelines, and Autism Awareness Australia.
Yes. Sian provides NDIS-funded Positive Behaviour Support for self-managed, plan-managed and agency-managed participants.
Plans typically include proactive behavioural strategies, carer training, collaboration with support teams, and tools for improving daily routines and quality of life.
Get In Touch or Make a Referral
Sian offers personalised, evidence-based support in your home or via telehealth, wherever it works best for you. If you’re ready to get started, book directly or make a referral below.
*Referrals are directed to the Hively Health team. If a specific practitioner is desired, please note this on your referral.
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