Meet Cindy Querioz
Q&A
Why were you drawn to studying Positive Behaviour Support?
From as far back as I can remember, I have always had a passion for helping people and throughout the years this passion has only continued to grow.
It means the world to me to have the opportunity to work with vulnerable populations and to help make positive changes to people’s lives to the best of my ability.
What do you enjoy about your work, and what are you interested in or fascinated by?
I love that in this work I can meet new people, form connections, and help make positive changes to people’s lives.
I’m fascinated to learn about people’s lived experiences and how that contributes to why someone is the way they are.
What drives you to show up for yourself and your clients in this role?
I’m driven by the desire to make a positive difference. This motivates me to want to learn more about my client, and to always advocate for their wants and needs.
What have people said about your approach to this work?
The people that I have been fortunate to work with have made positive comments about my:
• Prioritisation to communicate frequently
• Ability to connect with people on a personal level,
• Individualised and simplified approach to report writing.
Behaviour Support Practitioner
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I have experience working with a range of people from different ages, disabilities, mental health diagnoses, and cultural backgrounds.
My particular interest areas include:
· Forensic backgrounds
· Mild to Severe Intellectual Disability
· Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD)
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Bachelor of Psychological Science, Australian Catholic University
Graduate Diploma of Psychology Advanced, Monash University
NDIS Registered Behaviour Support Practitioner
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My approach is mainly person-centered and draws on strategies from:
· Trauma Informed Care
· Positive Behaviour Support (PBS)
· Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
· Motivational Interviewing (MI)