Our Practitioners
PBS WA is a cohort of highly skilled and dedicated Behaviour Support Practitioners committed to supporting each other in any way possible, and by regularly sharing knowledge and experience to the whole team in order to provide the most comprehensive Behaviour Support to our people at the centre of it all.
Meet the Team!
Sophie Marsh
Sophie entered the disability sector in 2013 as a Support Worker supporting children in care with complex physical and psycho-social disabilities.
She then moved to Service Coordination, providing behaviour management to large teams of Support Workers supporting people with autism, intellectual and psycho-social disabilities, people with physical, medical and mental health concerns.
Sophie’s approach to Behaviour Support is all-encompassing and results driven, with the primary goal of achieving health and happiness for all the people she supports.
Amy Reynolds
Amy holds a dual degree in Recreation Therapy and Architecture from Clemson University (USA). She also completed 3 years of postgraduate study in Recreation Therapy, with research emphasis on the impact of autism on the family system and the therapeutic role of the built environment.
Amy has worked in the disability sector for over 15 years. Amy approaches behaviour support holistically, with a keen desire to understand and support the needs underlying challenging behaviours.
Gabriel Segal
Gabriel holds a degree in Psychology, Criminology, and Justice and has studied at Edith Cowan University, the University of Western Australia, and the University of South Florida.
Gabriel has worked on social justice initiatives, including the Innocence Project and Kaleidoscope Institute, and has several years’ experience working in the disability justice space.
Gabriel values staying current with research, knowledge, and best practice in behavioural support and applying this to enrich the lives of those he works with.
Leisha Hawke
Leisha holds an Honours Degree in Psychology with a Minor in Counselling and has since undertaken Postgraduate Autism Studies. She has conducted qualitative research on the service experiences of autistic women under the Western Australian branch of the NDIS.
Leisha was a Support Worker and Psychosocial Recovery Coach before moving into Behaviour Support.
Leisha enjoys working with individuals of all abilities and neurotypes. She values getting to the root of behavioural concerns to promote the equity and well-being of all participants.
Sharyn Fleming
Sharyn is a registered nurse and midwife and has worked as a facilitator and educator across both aged care and the disability sector for 15 years.
Sharyn is a bubbly and enthusiastic practitioner with a strong ability to connect with people from all walks of life. She brings positivity to those around her and is passionate about making a difference to people’s lives.
Sharyn has a particular interest in working with those living with dementia. She also has experience hosting karaoke and providing vocal tuition for people with disabilities.
Neri Boulter
Neri has worked in the disability sector for 20 years as a support worker and service coordinator in various environments including community access and the Burdiya Art Program. She is passionate about bringing positive change to the lives of people with disability by connecting through music, art and the ocean. She works with people of all ages and varying disabilities, and is committed to empowering her clients through active listening and proactive responses.
Neri has maintained her years-long role as a support worker for one of her clients, forming a strong bond over animals and aquaculture.
As a practitioner, she is able to better understand the needs of people with disabilities and their support teams thanks to her many years of diverse experience in the sector.
Sarah Gerber
Sarah holds an Honours Degree in Psychology and has over 10 years of experience working in disability support, research, project management, and group facilitation. With a strong foundation in fine and creative arts, Sarah integrates creative thinking into her practice, using it as a powerful tool for building autonomy, confidence, and self-expression.
As a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner, Sarah has developed a deep commitment to taking an holistic, bottom-up approach, focusing on the strengths of each individual she works with. Her work is driven by a passion for connecting individuals to their community, fostering independence and well-being, and ensuring that her participants are empowered in every aspect of their lives.