NDIS behaviour support in South West
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What is behaviour support?
Behaviour support practitioners develop and implement positive behaviour support plans for NDIS participants. They conduct functional behaviour assessments to understand why challenging behaviours occur, then create evidence-based strategies to reduce these behaviours and improve quality of life. This is particularly important for participants who use or are at risk of being subject to restrictive practices.
📊 NDIS Behaviour support rates (2025–26)
The 2025–26 rate for specialist behaviour support is $234.83/hr. This is one of the highest therapy rates in the NDIS, reflecting the specialist qualifications and regulatory requirements involved. Behaviour support practitioners must be registered with the NDIS Commission and lodge behaviour support plans through the Commission's system.
Source: NDIS Pricing Arrangements and Price Limits 2025–26, effective 1 July 2025. Rates are maximum limits — providers may charge less.
What to look for in a behaviour support provider
- Registration as an NDIS behaviour support practitioner (this is mandatory)
- Qualification in psychology, social work, or a related field
- Experience with your specific disability type and age group
- A positive, person-centred approach — focused on quality of life, not just behaviour reduction
- Willingness to train your support workers and family in implementing the behaviour support plan
- Understanding of restrictive practices legislation and reporting requirements
Eligibility and funding
Behaviour support is funded under Capacity Building – Improved Relationships or Improved Daily Living. If restrictive practices are in use, a behaviour support practitioner must be involved, and the provider must be NDIS registered. Behaviour support plans are a legal requirement where restrictive practices are used.
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How much does NDIS behaviour support cost in South West?
The 2025–26 rate for specialist behaviour support is $234.83/hr. This is one of the highest therapy rates in the NDIS, reflecting the specialist qualifications and regulatory requirements involved. Behaviour support practitioners must be registered with the NDIS Commission and lodge behaviour support plans through the Commission's system.
How do I choose an NDIS behaviour support provider in South West?
Start by checking whether the provider is NDIS registered, reading reviews from other participants, and confirming they have experience with your disability type. ProviderScout lets you compare providers in South West side by side. Also ask your support coordinator for local recommendations.
Am I eligible for behaviour support under the NDIS?
Behaviour support is funded under Capacity Building – Improved Relationships or Improved Daily Living. If restrictive practices are in use, a behaviour support practitioner must be involved, and the provider must be NDIS registered. Behaviour support plans are a legal requirement where restrictive practices are used.
Can I change my behaviour support provider?
Yes. You have full choice and control over your providers under the NDIS. You can switch providers at any time, subject to any notice periods in your service agreement. Use ProviderScout to find alternative behaviour support providers in South West.