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Allied Health & Behaviour Support Newcastle & Hunter
M8 Support provides allied health and Positive Behaviour Support across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter. Our Behaviour Support Practitioners work with participants, families and support teams to understand behaviours of concern, complete Functional Behaviour Assessments, develop Behaviour Support Plans and provide practical strategies that improve quality of life, independence and participation.
Services
Choose the support that fits your goals
Allied Heath
Behaviour Support
If behaviours of concern or distress responses block participation, PBS builds safer skills and supportive environments.
Practical supports, advocacy, navigating systems, and building stability that supports participation.
Routines, time management, sensory/environment supports, daily living skills, and practical participation strategies.
Build confidence, manage anxiety/stress, strengthen coping and motivation, and develop workplace/study-ready strategies.
Goal-focused counselling to support confidence, stress management, motivation and practical coping strategies — helping you stay engaged with routines and participation in work, training or study.
Communication for work/study: social communication, self-advocacy, comprehension, and AAC where needed.
Where We Support People
We support people across the Greater Newcastle and Hunter region. If you’re unsure whether we can come to you, send a referral and we’ll confirm availability.
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Newcastle
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Lake Macquarie
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Charlestown
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Warners Bay
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Maitland
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Cessnock
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Singleton
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Hunter Region
FAQs
Q: Do you accept NDIS participants?
A: Yes. We support NDIS participants in Greater Newcastle. Self-managed and plan-managed participants can start straight away. If you’re NDIA-managed, contact us and we’ll confirm next steps.
Q: How do I make a referral as a Support Coordinator?
A: Use our referral form and include the participant’s goals, plan management type, preferred contact times, and any risk or communication needs. We’ll respond with intake steps and availability.
Q: What services do you offer?
A: Psychology, counselling, OT, speech pathology, social work
Q: Do you help with work and education goals?
A: Yes. We focus on practical strategies that support confidence, routine, regulation, communication, and independence — which often builds the foundation for work readiness or study participation.
Q: Where are you located?
A: We’re based in Charlestown in the Suicide Prevention Network 'Evolve Hub' and support clients across the Newcastle/Hunter region.
