Support for your Family.
We understand behaviour as a form of communication that can reflect a child’s needs, emotions and attempts to make sense of their world. Every child is unique, so we work closely with families to explore the reasons behind the behaviour with curiosity and compassion.
Drawing on more than 25 years of experience supporting children and families, our ConnectFirst™ Framework brings together behavioural science, developmental psychology, neuroscience and relationship-based practice.
Together, we identify triggers, unmet needs, patterns and environmental factors that may be influencing your child’s behaviour. We then develop practical, individualised strategies that support connection, regulation and meaningful change.
You do not need a referral for this service however if you have a referral from a GP you can bring it with you to your first appointment.
Email us at: meg@connectfirst.com.au or
fill in our self-referral form.
We support both private and NDIS participants.
Click on the 'contact us' button below for our self-referral form:
We will contact you to discuss your child’s needs and explore how we can best support your child and family.
We offer:
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Positive Behaviour Support
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Telehealth consultations and regular check-ins
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Functional Behaviour Assessments
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Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans
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Parent and caregiver coaching
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Practical strategies for home and community settings
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Support with emotional regulation, routines and behaviours of concern
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Collaboration with schools, therapists and other members of your child’s support team
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Training and resources tailored to your family’s needs
Meet the Team
Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner
Meg Hughes
Meg Hughes is a Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner, with more than 25 years of experience supporting children, young people and families.
Meg takes the time to understand the person behind the behaviour. Her approach is warm, practical and family-centred, with a strong focus on building connection, reducing distress and developing strategies that can be realistically used at home, school and in the community.
Having previously founded and led an NDIS behaviour support organisation, Meg understands the importance of responsive communication, collaborative practice, high-quality assessment and clear reporting. She works closely with families, Support Coordinators, educators, therapists and support teams to ensure everyone has a shared understanding of the person’s needs and the support strategies being implemented.
Meg is currently completing a Master of Autism and a Diploma of Counselling, reflecting her ongoing commitment to evidence-informed and neurodiversity-affirming practice.
Through telehealth, Meg supports families across Australia, providing Functional Behaviour Assessments, Interim and Comprehensive Behaviour Support Plans, parent coaching, team training and ongoing implementation support. Families can expect compassionate guidance, practical strategies and a genuine commitment to creating meaningful and sustainable change.
Admin
Admin Assistant - coming soon
We are currently recruiting for an admin assistant.
Susan
“From our very first conversation, Meg made us feel heard and understood. She took the time to see our child as a whole person, not simply a collection of behaviours. For the first time in a long time, we felt hopeful. The strategies were practical, compassionate and made a meaningful difference for our entire family.”
Rachel
“Meg is warm, responsive and highly knowledgeable. She communicates clearly with families and the broader support team, and her recommendations are practical, person-centred and easy to implement. The family felt supported throughout the process, and I felt confident knowing they were in capable and caring hands.”
Sally
“Meg helped us understand what the child was communicating through their behaviour. Her guidance changed the way our team responded and helped us create a calmer, safer and more connected environment. Her compassion for the child, family and educators was evident in every interaction.”