Beyond Behaviour - The Practice Shift
About this Event
BEYOND BEHAVIOUR 2026 - THE PRACTICE SHIFT
- Friday, 4 December 2026 | Brisbane & Live Online
- 8:15AM - 4:30PM [AEST] - QLD
Challenge the thinking. Strengthen the practice. Inspire change.
Join HandinHand Mental Health & Disability for an inspiring day of learning, connection and thought-provoking conversations at Beyond Behaviour 2026 – The Practice Shift.
Presenters:
ERIKA GLEESON OAM Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | Disability Consultant | Educator | Keynote Speaker
Tasha Youngman Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | Clinical Supervisor
Dr Astrid Birgden Consultant | Forensic Psychologist | Reasearcher International Exspert in Intelectual Disabilty
Dave Jereb Occupational Therapsit | Educator | Mentor | Bestselling Author
Associate Professor Erin Leif Reasearch | Eductor | Behaviour Analyst
Bringing together leading clinicians, researchers and sector experts, this professional development event goes beyond traditional clinical education to explore the conversations, challenges and emerging perspectives shaping the future of disability and allied health practice.
Through engaging presentations, real-world insights and evidence-informed discussions, we'll challenge established approaches, explore the connection between human rights, relationships, neuroscience and behaviour, and consider what truly person-centred practice looks like in everyday settings.
This isn't just another professional development day.
It's an opportunity to think differently, strengthen your clinical reasoning, connect with like-minded professionals and walk away with fresh perspectives you can bring directly into your practice.
Who Should Attend?
Designed for professionals working across disability, mental health and allied health, including:
- Positive Behaviour Support Practitioners
- Occupational Therapists
- Psychologists and Social Workers
- Clinical Supervisors and Team Leaders
- Allied Health and Disability Sector Professionals
Whether you're an experienced clinician, emerging practitioner or sector leader, this event offers valuable opportunities to learn, reflect and connect.
Early Bird Tickets – Limited-Time Offer
Live Online Access – $80
Normally $150
In-Person Experience – $150
Normally $300
In-Person Experience Buffet Lunch – $225
Normally $375
Be Part of the Practice Shift
Join us in Brisbane for a day of professional connection and learning, or participate live online from wherever you are.
Leading voices. Challenging conversations. Meaningful change.
Secure your early bird ticket and join us for a professional development experience designed to challenge perspectives, inspire new thinking and support better outcomes for the people we work alongside.
Limited price offer!
Agenda
🕑: 12:30 PM - 01:30 PM
Challenging the Behaviour Narrative
Host: Dave Jereb
Info: Dave Jereb is an occupational therapist, author, speaker and co-founder of MoveAbout Therapy Services, with over 24 years of clinical experience and 18 years leading a multi-clinic practice across NSW. He received the 2026 Occupational Therapy Australia Oration Award and delivered it as the keynote address at OTA Exchange, the national conference.
Dave is the author of the Amazon international bestseller Challenging the Story: A Surprisingly Simple Approach to Supporting Children with Challenging Behaviours. He created the Challenging the Story of Behaviour training, the ABC-IDEAS Framework for Behaviour Support and the 3S Framework for Supported Self-Development. He delivers workshops and professional training in regulation, behaviour, sensory processing and relationship-based practice.
🕑: 01:30 PM - 03:30 PM
Building Possibilities: Upholding Rights in Everyday Practice
Host: Associate Professor Erin Leif
Info: What does it look like to protect and uphold a person’s rights in everyday practice? This interactive session explores practical ways to support choice, communication, autonomy and participation within Positive Behaviour Support. Taking a constructional orientation, we will consider how to build on existing strengths, develop useful skills, expand opportunities and create supportive environments that help people live lives they value.
🕑: 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Sex, Swearing and Saying No: When Person Centered Practice Gets Uncomfortable
Host: Erika Gleeson OAM
Info: This session will explore what person-centred practice means when a person's decisions, language, relationships or expressions of autonomy create discomfort for practitioners, families or support organisations.
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Human Rights and Access to Programs for People with Intellectual Disability
Host: Dr Astrid Birgden
Info: This session will explore how practitioners can navigate complex behaviour support situations involving risk, legal systems and community safety, while upholding human rights and person-centered practice.
Where is it happening?
AUD 86.02 to AUD 239.55
