International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia 🏳️🌈🏳️⚧️ International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia and Transphobia is an annual observation dedicated to raising awareness for discrimination experienced by LGBTQIA+ individuals. This day also advocates for acceptance, equality, understanding and protection for LGBTQIA+ people worldwide. How to show your support: 1. Go Rainbow: Whether it's with your school, workplace or by yourself, go rainbow to signal your stance against LGBTQIA+ discrimination. 2. Host an Activity: Get together and host an event for LGBTQIA+ inclusion. Organise a guest speaker or inclusion training session and hear directly from those with lived experience. This could be in the workplace or in community groups such as local sports teams. Big or small, your event will make a difference. 3. Build Inclusion: Build LGBTQIA+ inclusion all year round. You don’t’ need to change the world but we can all make efforts in our communities to be more inclusive, continually learn, amplify the voices of those with lived experience, and call out discrimination when you see it. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #lgbtpride #lgbtqpride #lgbtqiaplus #internationaldayagainsthomophobia #internationaldayagainsthomophobiaandtransphobia #internationaldayagainsthomophobiatransphobiaandbiphobia #lgbtqia #lgbtqiapride #lgbtqiarights
Quote of the Week: “The biggest mistake of past centuries in teaching has been to treat all students as if they were variants of the same individual and thus to feel justified in teaching them all the same subjects the same way", by Howard Gardner. #sunshineandbuttercup #inspirationalquote #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #inspirationalquotestoliveby #inspirationalquotes
International Day of Families 👨👩👧👦 Shout out to all the incredible families out there, a source of love, safety, and belonging. Whatever shape your family takes, whether it is big or small, born into or found. At Sunshine and Buttercup, we are lucky to not only work with our participants, but to also work with the most important people in their lives, their families. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #internationaldayoffamily #internationaldayoffamilies #family #familytime
International Nurses Day👩⚕️ Celebrated on the 12th of May each year, International Nurses serves as a time to recognise and honour the contributions, dedications and sacrifices of nurses worldwide. Each year, the International Nurses Day theme is chosen by the International Council of Nurses – a federation of more than 130 national nursing associations around the world, representing over 28 million nurses working globally. The 2024 International Nurses Day theme is “Our Nurses. Our Future”. Working in the allied health space Sunshine and Buttercup want to highlight the invaluable work that nurses do every day. Too often nurses are undervalued and overworked, today we shift that perspective and acknowledge their incredible contributions. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #internationalnurseday #internationalnursesday2024 #nursesday #nursesday2024
Sensory activity – Winter themed sensory bins ❄⛄ Sensory bins involve a container of various materials or objects for play and exploration. They are designed to provide sensory experiences through touch, sight, and sometimes even sound and smell. These can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Remember, they don’t have to be Pinterest worthy to be fun! One fantastic wintery sensory bin activity is ‘Frozen Dino Eggs’. This involves taking a balloon, placing a small dinosaur toy inside, filling it with water, and freezing it. Children can then play with the “eggs” and use tools or warm water to reveal the dinosaur hidden inside! There are many potential benefits including: ❄Fine Motor Skills: Pouring, scooping, and manipulating objects helps children develop fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. ❄Science Exploration: Children learn about concepts like buoyancy and liquid and solid states through hands-on exploration in the water. ❄Cognitive Development: Sensory bins encourage problem-solving and experimentation as children explore the properties of various materials. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #sensorybin #sensoryplay #sensoryactivity #sensoryplayideas #sensoryplaytime
Quote of the Week: “Each time one prematurely teaches a child something he could have discovered himself, that child is kept from inventing it and consequently from understanding it completely", by Jean Piaget. #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #inspirationalquotes #inspirationalquote #inspirationalquotestoliveby
Book of the Week: Just Snow Already by Howard McWilliam❄️⛄️ Nothing is as fun as snow. At least that’s what one little boy thinks. But while he stares up at the sky, he misses all the excitement down on the street. There goes a fire engine and a monster truck! And are those monkeys!? ‘Just Snow Already!’ captures the frustration with waiting and the struggle to learn patience. Bursting with hilarious details, it offers a humorous observation about living in the moment and noticing what’s around you. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforkids #booksforchildren #resourcesforteaching #resourcesforteachers
Learn with us: Why movement breaks are useful Movement breaks (sometimes referred to as brain breaks) are a short 3–4-minute movement opportunity to break up seated learning. Students may stop work on the task at hand or perform the movement break to transition between activities. As a result of the movement break, students can “shift gears” and relax, breathe, and refocus after expending attention or concentration on a task or problem. These breaks are a powerful and effective way to address self-regulation needs, help with attention, and impact learning in the classroom. We prefer the term ‘movement break’ over ‘brain break’ because the movement is a crucial component and it actually helps cognition. There have been studies done demonstrating movement in students increases engagement in learning and information retention. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #movementbreaks #movementbreaksforkids #movementbreakforkids
Sensory Activities: water play 💧 Water sensory play involves providing a container of water and incorporating various materials or objects. They are designed to provide sensory experiences through touch, sight, and sometimes even sound and smell. These can be as simple or elaborate as you like. Remember, they don’t have to be Pinterest worthy to be fun! For an easy ocean themed sensory activity simply choose a large plastic tub that is shallow enough for young children. Fill the container with water to an appropriate depth for your child’s age and supervision level, add a few drops of food colouring. Then Add toys, scoops, cups, funnels, or sponges. The potential benefits including: • Water sensory bins spark imaginative play as children create stories and scenarios. • Social Skills: Sharing and taking turns in the sensory bin promotes cooperation. • Emotional Regulation: Water play can be calming and soothing for kids. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #waterplay #waterplayfun #waterplaytime #waterplayideas #sensoryplay #sensoryplayideas #sensoryplaytime #sensoryplayideas #sensoryplayathome
Quote of the Week: "What a child can do today with assistance, she will be able to do by herself tomorrow", by Lev S. Vygotsky #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quotestagram #quoteoftheday #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: Jabari Jumps by Gaia Cornwall Working up the courage to take a big, important leap is hard, but Jabari is almost absolutely ready to make a giant splash. In a sweetly appealing tale of perseverance and overcoming your fears, author Gaia Cornwall captures a moment between an encouraging parent and a determined little boy you can’t help but root for. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #behaviourtherapy #newcastlendisprovider #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Learn with us: Meltdown Meltdown is one of our favourite games here at Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services. Meltdown can be an excellent starter activity or be used as a tool for play-based therapy. It gives a fun and engaging opportunity to practice and develop some key skills including turn taking and resilience. How to Play: 1. Take turns rolling the die to see how many cubes you have to try and stack on the platform. 2. Cubes that fall off during your turn become yours. 3. The first player to get all their cubes on the platform wins! Our trained therapists use the therapeutic power of play to help children prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth. The most familiar mode of expression for a child is play. The child is encouraged to explore their feelings, to understand, accept and process them using their imagination. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndissupport #ndis #ndisprovider #ndisapproved #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching #therapyresourcesforkids #meltdowngame #playtherapy #playtherapyworks
Staff Training we have done💛 We are always learning in order to build our capacity to support our participants, and we wanted to share some of that learning with you! Our Behaviour Support Practitioners Ellie, Amy, Gemma, Jayla and Elise have recently completed training in the use of the Vineland Adaptive Behaviour Scale – a diagnostic assessment tool. This scale can be used to help us better understand our participants, support diagnosis, determine eligibility for services, plan interventions, and track progress. This is a great new tool in our toolkit to assist our participants and their support network. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #stafftraining #stafftrainings #stafftrainingday #stafftrainingtool #stafftrainingsession #professionaldevelopment #professionaldevelopmentday
ANZAC day We would like to acknowledge those Australians and New Zealanders who are currently serving our countries at home and abroad in war or in peacekeeping efforts. To the veterans who have returned from service and to those we have lost we extend our deepest thanks for your service and sacrifice. Finally, To the families of those who are serving and those who have served we acknowledge your untold stories and your pain. On ANZAC day we do our best to honor you all. We will remember them Lest we forget #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #anzacday #anzacday2024 #anzac #anzacmemorial
International Guide Dog Day🦮 This day provides a chance to honor the invaluable contributions of Guide Dogs globally. It aims to increase awareness about the vital role Guide Dog services play in empowering individuals who are blind or have low vision to lead independent lives. Tips to interact with a guide dog 🦮A guide dog is a working dog. Please don't pat, feed or distract the dog while they are working. 🦮When you provide guiding assistance, walk on the person’s opposite side to the Guide Dog. 🦮If you have a pet dog ensure they are on a leash or under control when near a Guide Dog. When approaching, it may be helpful to let the person know that you have a dog. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #guidedogs #guidedog #guidedogsaustralia #guidedogday #guidedogawareness #guidedogawarenessday
World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day 👧🧠💛 World Infant, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Day is a day dedicated to raising awareness for the mental health needs of children and adolescents globally. Today advocates for the importance of accessible education, resources, services, and support for the mental wellbeing of children from a young age. Today aims to reduce the stigma surrounding mental health issues in children and adolescents and to open up conversations about the importance of mental wellbeing with families, schools and communities. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthadvocate #mentalhealthawareness #childmentalhealth #childmentalhealthmatters #childmentalhealthawareness
Quote of the week: Greatness is doable. Greatness is many, many individual feats, and each of them is doable.” By Angela Duckworth #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapyworks #behaviourtherapist #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the week: ‘Teach Your Dragon About Stranger Danger’ By Steve Herman The My Dragon Books series is full of relatable challenges and valuable life lessons for kids to absorb in a fun and effortless way. The series follows the story of Diggory Doo, a friendly dragon, and his best friend, a boy named Drew. In this installment Drew helps Diggory Doo learn about stranger danger. This book aims to educate children about the concept of stranger danger in a fun and easily understandable way. The book teaches children how to identify strangers and potentially dangerous behaviours, as well as what children can do to stay safe in a variety of situations. This is a fantastic book that is great for those wanting to educate children about stranger danger in a gentle yet engaging way. We love this book and think it is a great addition to any bookshelf! #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Learn with us: Sensory Processing Differences – Sensory Avoiding Our brains are constantly taking in information from our senses. For most people, processing that information isn’t a problem. But dealing with that stream of input is a struggle for those with sensory processing differences. People with sensory processing differences don’t all have the same reactions to situations and stimuli. But their responses tend to fall into one of two categories. “Sensory Avoiders” tend to overreact to sensory input and can become overwhelmed by certain stimuli, so they avoid it. When we think of sensory input, we think of the five senses: sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. There is also proprioception, the ability to sense body movement, position, and balance. Sensory avoiders may therefore avoid tight clothing or physical touch. The other sense has to do with spatial orientation, sensory avoiders may have trouble with spatial awareness or avoid things like swings and other playground equipment. Sensory avoiders may: - Be startled by unexpected sounds and bright lights. - Hear background noises other people can’t detect. - Worry about being bumped in line or touched by other kids while playing. - Prefer to be in quieter environments and avoid crowds. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapyworks #behaviourtherapist #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #sensory #sensoryplay #sensorylearning #sensoryactivity #SensoryProcessing #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryavoider #sensoryavoid #sensoryavoidant #sensoryavoiding #sensoryavoidingkids
Staff Training we have done 👩🏫✏️📒 We are always learning to build our capacity to support our participants, and we wanted to share some of that learning with you! Ellie, Amy, and Gemma have all completed a Sue Larkey course called ‘Developing Early Childhood Approaches for Children with Additional Needs’. Sue is a highly qualified educator who has taught students with ASD in mainstream and special education. She combines practical experience with extensive research into her courses. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendisprovider #newcastlendis #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #suelarkey #suelarkeyonlinecourse #stafftraining #stafftrainings #stafftrainingsession #professionaldevelopment
Quote of the week “I want you to always remember that you can become whatever you want to become, but that’s nowhere near as important as knowing that you can be exactly who you are", by Fredrik Backman #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportworker #behavioursupportpractitioner #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the week: ‘Teach Your Dragon Good Hygiene’ by Steve Herman📚 The My Dragon Books series is full of relatable challenges and valuable life lessons for kids to absorb in a fun and effortless way. The series follows the story of Diggory Doo, a friendly dragon, and his best friend, a boy named Drew. In this installment Drew helps Diggory Doo learn about the importance of good hygiene. The book takes readers through problems that may be encountered with hygiene, such as not wanting to brush teeth or wash hands. Through a creative storyline and fun imagery, this book delivers an engaging and educational message for children about the importance of hygiene for them physically, socially and emotionally. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Learn with us: Sensory Processing Differences – Sensory Seeking Our brains are constantly taking in information from our senses. For most people, processing that information isn’t a problem. But dealing with that stream of input is a struggle for those with sensory processing differences. People with sensory processing differences don’t all have the same reactions to situations and stimuli. But their responses tend to fall into one of two categories. “Sensory seekers” tend to underreact to sensory input and seek out more of it. When we think of sensory input, we think of the five senses: sight, smell, hearing, taste, and touch. There is also proprioception, the ability to sense body movement, position, and balance. Sensory seekers will try to get more proprioceptive input. They might give people tight hugs or crash into things to feel the physical contact and pressure. The other sense has to do with spatial orientation, sensory seekers might rock back and forth, spin or swing. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #sensoryplay #sensoryactivity #sensorychallenges #sensory #sensoryoverload #sensoryprocessing #sensoryprocessingdisorder #sensoryprocessingawareness #sensoryprocessingsensitivity
World Health day🌏💛 World Health Day is celebrated annually, and each year draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. This year the focus is on ‘my health, my right’. This year’s theme was chosen to champion the right of everyone, everywhere to have access to quality health services, education, and information, as well as safe drinking water, clean air, good nutrition, quality housing, decent working and environmental conditions, and freedom from discrimination. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndisapproved #ndissupport #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #WorldHealthDay #worldhealthday #worldhealth
Meet the Sunshine and Buttercup Team 💛 Elise is one of our fabulous Behaviour Support Practitioners. Elise has a Bachelor of Psychological science. Elise works with a wide variety of participants with diverse strengths, interests, and needs. Elise has experience supporting clients with Global Developmental Delay, ASD level 3, Expressive and Receptive Language Disorder, PTSD, and a range of other diagnosis. Elise’s calm and warm demeanor along with her experience and expertise make her a great fit for many participants and a valuable part of the Sunshine and Buttercup Team. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapyworks #behaviourtherapist #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #meettheteam #meetthestaff
Quote of the week “What matters most in a child's development, they say, is not how much information we can stuff into her brain in the first few years. What matters, instead, is whether we are able to help her develop a very different set of qualities, a list that includes persistence, self-control, curiosity, conscientiousness, grit and self-confidence.” ― Paul Tough, How Children Succeed #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the week: ‘Teach Your Dragon About Personal Space’ by Steve Herman 📚 The My Dragon Books series is full of relatable challenges and valuable life lessons for kids will absorb in a fun and effortless way. The series follows the story of Diggory Doo, a friendly dragon, and his best friend, a boy named Drew. In each story, Drew helps his dragon overcome these challenges in a healthy, safe, and productive way. Children learn, alongside Diggory Doo, about how to deal with social-emotional challenges. In this installment Drew helps Diggory Doo learn about personal space, how to respect the space of others and set their own boundaries. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #ndisregisteredprovider #behavioursupportworker #ndis #ndissupport #ndisprovider #ndisapproved #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
World Autism Awareness Day World Autism Awareness Day is an internationally recognised day encouraging the improved acceptance of people with Autism around the world. Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is a common neurological disorder that affects approximately 1 in 70 Australians. Despite the prevalence of ASD it is often misunderstood, there are a range of characterists associated with Autism and no two autistic people are the same. Like anyone, each individual diagnosed with ASD will have their own unique strengths, interests, challenges, and aspirations. On this World Autism Awareness Day, we are reminded to be more understanding and embrace the individuality of everyone. #sunshineandbuttercup #autism #autismsupport #autismspectrum #autismeducation #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismawarenessday #autismawarenessandacceptance #autismawarenessday2024 #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Happy Easter from all of us at Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services! We hope you have an egg-stra special day. 💛🍫🐣🐰 #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #easter #easter2024 #easterbunny #eastersunday #happyeaster #happyeaster2024 #happyeaster🐰 #happyeaster🐣
World Bipolar Day World Bipolar Day is a global initiative celebrated each year on March 30th. It is a day dedicated to raising awareness for and reducing social stigma surround bipolar disorder. Today also happens to coincide with artist, Vincent Van Gogh’s birthday, who was posthumously diagnosed as having bipolar disorder. Bipolar disorder is a mental health condition, commonly characterised and by pronounced mood swings that include emotional highs and lows. There are three types of bipolar disorder. Bipolar I disorder is characterised by the presence of manic episodes, often followed by depressive episodes. Bipolar II disorder is characterised by the presence of depressive episodes and hypomanic episodes, but not a manic episode. Cyclothymic disorder is characterised by the presence of periods of hypomania symptoms and periods of depressive symptoms. World Bipolar Day is a day for connection, outreach and coming together in solidarity around the goal of increasing awareness, acceptance, and funding for bipolar disorder. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #worldbipolarday #worldbipolardaycelebration #worldbipolarday2024 #bipolar #bipolarwarrior #bipolarawareness #bipolardisorderawareness
CLOSED for the Easter Long Weekend 💛🐰🐣🍫 Wishing Everyone a Happy Easter Weekend! Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services office will be closed from Friday through to Monday. We encourage everyone to use this time to relax, rejuvenate, and eat lots of chocolate! Thank you for your continued support and understanding. From all of us at Sunshine and Buttercup, we are wishing you a safe and joyful Easter. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #ndisregisteredprovider #behavioursupportworker #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #goodfriday #goodfriday2024 #easter #easterweekend #EasterWeekend2024
Quote of the Week: “It’s not always the people who start out the smartest who end up the smartest”, by Dr. Carol Dweck #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisaustralia #ndisprovider
Book of the Week: Boss of Your Own Body by Byll & Beth Stephen Boss of Your Own Body is a beautifully written and illustrated children’s book that gently educates children about autonomy over their bodies. The books takes the reader through everyday scenarios that children may not have control of, but reiterates the notion that no matter what, they are the boss of their body. The book reassures children that they have a choice in who can hug, hold, or touch them. This is a fantastic book for parents, carers, educators or therapists who want to educate children about autonomy and consent, through an educational but easily understandable and engaging mean. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Purple Day💜💜💜 Purple Day is an international effort dedicated to increasing awareness and dispelling myths about epilepsy. On March 26th annually, people in countries around the world are invited to wear purple and host events in support of epilepsy awareness. Because you can’t see it, people often have a poor understanding of epilepsy and there are many misconceptions. Seizures are only one part of epilepsy – epilepsy affects day-to-day life much more than people think. Not only do people tend to have recurrent seizures but they can also have cognitive, psychological, and social consequences from having epilepsy. For this Purple Day, wear something purple and seek out more information to better understand and show your support for the 250,000 Australians living with epilepsy. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapyworks #behaviourtherapist #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #purple #purpleday #purpleday2024 #epilepsy #epilepsysupport #epilepsyawareness
Earth Hour 🌏 Earth Hour is the world’s largest movement for the environment, with over 190 countries and territories participating annually! People across Australia will switch off their lights at 8:30PM to demonstrate their support of the environment. It will take so much more than an hour of turning our lights out to have a measurable impact on climate change, but the action helps to bring greater awareness to the issue and demonstrates your commitment to protecting the planet – both during and beyond Earth Hour. Nature needs urgent support right now. • 1 in 6 species is at risk of extinction. • There could be more plastic in our oceans than fish by 2050. • Every two seconds, we lose an area of forest the size of a football field. But you can be part of the solution by donating to projects managed by WWF-Australia at earthhour.org #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #earthhour #EarthHour2024 #savetheworld #savetheplanet #savetheplanetearth
National Ride2School Day 🚴♀️🚴 National Ride2School Day promotes the many benefits of active travel to school. Join more than 350,000 students from almost 900 schools around Australia who will be registered to participate. If you can, leave the car at home and get active in any way you like on the way to school. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #ride2school #ride2schoolday #ride2schoolday2024 #nationalride2schoolday
National Close the Gap Day Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services acknowledges and pays respect to the past, present and emerging custodians, and elders of the land on which we live, work and play, the Awabakal, Wonnarua, and Darkinjung Peoples. National Close the Gap Day occurs annually on the third Thursday of March. National Close the Gap Day aims to raise awareness for inequalities, particularly in health, experienced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples in Australia. The themes of this year’s report are Progressing Voice, Treaty, Truth, Leadership and Governance and Building our Economies. These themes speak to the economic, social, political, and cultural determinants of health that are crucial to Closing the Gap. Today serves as a an opportunity for us to advocate and call on government agencies to act and address the inequalities faced by Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #closethegap #closethegapday #nationalclosethegap #nationalclosethegapday #nationalclosethegapday2024
World Down Syndrome Day, 21st March 2024 World Down Syndrome Day is an annual observance dedicated to raising awareness about Down Syndrome, promoting, and understanding, as well as celebrating the contributions of individuals with Down Syndrome to society. Down Syndrome is a genetic condition characterised by the presence of an extra partial or whole copy of chromosome 21. It is unknown exactly why the condition occurs. It is estimated that about 1 in 1,100 children are born with Down Syndrome worldwide. Each year, a different theme is celebrated. This year’s theme is ‘End the Stereotypes’. The theme calls for people to treat those with Down Syndrome respectfully and as equals, as well as not underestimating the strengths and talents of people who have Down Syndrome. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #downsyndromeawareness #downsyndrome #downsyndromeday #worlddownsyndromeday #worlddownsyndromeday2024
International Day of Happiness 😃💛☀ Spread Joy, Share Smiles, Celebrate International Day of Happiness! Happiness is a human right which is recognised by the United Nations, and worth celebrating. Today is all about promoting positive emotional wellbeing, relationships, and experiences. Play your happy songs, spread some love and joy, make someone smile and do something kind for yourself! #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #internationaldayofhappiness #dayofhappiness
World Social Work Day, 19th March World Social Work Day is an annual observance to recognise and commemorate the contributions of social workers around the world. Today also highlights the importance, need and advocacy for social workers, who promote social justice, wellbeing, community for individuals and families across the globe. What are social workers? Social workers are professionals who work with individuals, families, and communities to address issues and barriers, and promote and improve on the wellbeing and quality of life of the groups. Social workers are employed across a range of settings such as schools, hospitals, mental health clinics, child protection agencies, government agencies, private practices and much more. This year’s theme, created by the International Federation of Social Workers, The International Association of Schools for Social Work and the International Council on Social Welfare, is ‘Buen Vivir: Shared Future for Transformative Change’. This theme emphasises the need for community-led approaches that are founded upon the indigenous philosophy of human interconnectivity. We take our hats off to all the hard working and dedicated support workers that play such important roles in our communities. Thank you for your work. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #socialwork #socialworkers #socialworkweek2024 #worldsocialworkday #WorldSocialWorkDay2024 #worldsocialwork
Neurodiversity Celebration Week 18th-24th March Neurodiversity Celebration Week is an annual event that recognises and celebrates the neurodiverse community. The week aims at promoting acceptance and understanding as well as challenging stereotypes, discrimination, and inequities that neurodiverse people face. Across Australia, there are plenty of ways to get involved in Neurodiversity Celebration Week - Join panel discussions via online platforms - Promote inclusive activities within schools or community groups - Do some research about neurodiversity - Share on social media. Use hashtags such as #NeurodiversityCelebrationWeek2024, #CelebrateNeurodiversity or #InclusionMatters #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #neurodiverse #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #NeurodiversityWeek #neurodiversityweek2024 #inclusionmatters #inclusionforall #inclusionanddiversity
Meet the Sunshine and Buttercup team - Amy (Director & Behaviour Support Practitioner) Amy is one of our fantastic Directors and Behaviour Support Practitioners. She has a Bachelor of Psychological Science and Graduate Diploma of Counselling. Amy works mostly with our primary school aged participants, but also works with young adults. Amy has a wealth of knowledge and experience in working with those with complex psychosocial disorders, in out of home care, and complex family dynamics. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #meettheteam #meetthetherapist #meetthetherapists
Quote of the Week: "Creativity is seeing what others see and thinking what no one else ever thought", by Albert Einstein #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: My Early Warning Signs by Jayneen Sanders📚 My Early Warning Signs is a simple yet endearing children’s book that aims to teach young children about recognising and understanding their early warning signs. The book follows Tilly, a young girl who talks about early warning signs for children across a range of situations. The book also offers strategies for children to manage their emotions during times their warning signs are happening. This book is a fantastic educational resource and includes questions on each page that an adult can ask a child while reading the book. We absolutely love this book and recommend it anyone who wants to educate children about body signals and what to do if they are feeling at risk. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Let's Learn About Group Therapy What is group therapy? Group therapy is a type of psychotherapy in which small groups of individuals meet with a therapist to discuss and work through their personal issues. Group therapy can be employed for a multitude of purposes including: 💛Parent and Carer support 💛Alcohol and other substance use 💛Men’s and women’s groups 💛Domestic and family violence support 💛Trauma support 💛Eating disorder support 💛Social skills development 💛Veteran support What are the benefits of group therapy? 💛Supportive environment in which individual experiences can be normalised or destigmatised 💛Creates a sense of belonging with other group members with shared experiences 💛Ability to provide and receive feedback to or from other group members 💛Development of social skills 💛Increase self-awareness through sharing, reflecting and interacting with others #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #grouptherapy
International Women’s Day, 8th March 💛👩👩⚕️👷♀️👩🏭 Happy International Women’s Day! International Women’s Day is a day to recognise, address and advocate for gender equality, celebrate diversity, break gender stereotypes, and end gender-based discrimination. The United Nation’s theme for this year is ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress’. This reflects upon the issues surrounding gender inequalities across the world and calls for government bodies to address gender inequality and invest in reducing the gap in inequalities. At Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services, we are an all-female team. We feel truly inspired by the women that paved the way for psychological and behavioural study and work, including Anna Freud, Mary Whiton Calkins, Jane Addams and Babbette Rothschild. Today, we can continue to raise our voices, support each other and advocate for gender equality. Together, we can create safe spaces where every girl and woman can thrive safely and unapologetically. #sunshineandbuttercup #internationalwomensday #internationalwomensday2024 #genderequality #ndisprovider #ndisapproved #ndissupport #ndis #ndisregisteredprovider #behavioursupportworker #ndisaustralia #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupport #behaviourtherapy #newcastlendisprovider #newcastlendis #behaviourtherapyworks #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapists
Quote of the Week: “You gain strength, courage and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing you think you cannot do", By Eleanor Roosevelt, #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: What to do When You’re Not Sure What to do📚☀ What To Do When You’re Not Sure What To Do by Davina Bell and Hilary Jean Tapper is a charming children’s book that guides readers through real situations that may present challenges or feelings of uncertainty. The book uses simple and gentle language to explain actions that children can take in different situations. The story encourages children to be gentle, empathetic, and thoughtful with their actions. The text is accompanied by heartwarming illustrations that children are sure to love. This book is fantastic for families, teachers and therapists who want to educate children about appropriate actions to take across various situations. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendisprovider #newcastlendis #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteaching #resourcesforteachers
Learn with Us – The Bears tactile characters🐻 The Bears Tactile Characters are a set of 5 characters that are designed to provide education about emotions in an interactive and tactile way for young children. Each Bear character portrays a different emotion. The texture of the Bears is like a stress ball and each Bear has a different firmness to them, some are difficult to squeeze such as anger, and others are easy, such as scared. The Bears can be used in a variety of ways: - Ask the child to pick a bear that reflects how they are feeling - Pick two or more bears and play with them in a social scenario - Ask the child to pick bears that reflect people in their household - Pick a bear and ask the child why it may be feeling that emotion The Bears are a fantastic resource to educate children about emotional intelligence through a hands on and tactile experience. This resource is great for parents, teachers and therapists who have or work with young children. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
World Hearing Day 👂🦻 World Hearing Day is an annual observance held on March 3rd to raise awareness and advocate for those with hearing loss and to promote hearing care globally. World Hearing Day was established by the World Health Organisation in 2007 and each year, a new theme is celebrated. This year’s theme is ‘Changing mindsets: Let’s make ear and hearing care a reality for all!’. This theme focuses on challenging stigmatisation and inequities surrounding ear and hearing problems, advocate for ear healthcare across the globe and to provide accurate and up to date information to help shift perceptions about ear and hearing problems. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #worldhearingday #WorldHearingDay2024
Endometriosis Awareness Month 💛 Endometriosis Awareness Month is observed annually in March to raise awareness for and increase knowledge about endometriosis, medical research into endometriosis and support those affected by endometriosis. Endometriosis is a gynaecological disorder that affects about 1 in 10 women worldwide and occurs when tissue similar to the lining of the uterus grows and adheres to other parts of the body, such as the ovaries, fallopian tubes or bowels. Endometriosis can cause severe pelvic pain, painful periods, heavy periods, fertility issues, painful intercourse and has no known cure. Paige, our Administration Officer and Therapeutic Assistant has endometriosis. Here is her story. “I had a lot of symptoms of endometriosis from the age of 13-14. I missed a lot of school and was constantly bed ridden from the pain and nausea. I saw a lot of doctors and most said it was “normal period pain”. When I was 16, I finally found a doctor that listened to me and immediately referred me to a specialist. I had my first surgery when I was 16, which confirmed the endometriosis. I felt relief that I finally knew what was going on, fear for the future and it would mean for me. I have had two more surgeries since. I am now 21. I am grateful to have a lot of support and have found comfort knowing there are a lot of people like me who struggle with the same worries. I think it’s so important to have those awkward conversations about periods and menstrual health and really educate people about what a ‘normal’ vs ‘not normal’ period is.” #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #endometriosis #endometriosiswarrior #endometriosissupport #EndometriosisAwareness #endometriosisawarenss #endometriosisawarenessmonth #endometriosisaware #endowarrior #endometriosis
Zero Discrimination Day - 1st March Zero Discrimination Day is an annual observance held on March 1st, and it aims to promote awareness about discrimination, and the advocation for the right for all to live a full life, free of prejudice or exclusion. Zero Discrimination Day was first observed by the United Nations in 2014 and was adopted by the Joint United Nations Programme on HIV/AIDS (UNAIDS). UNAIDS aims to combat discrimination against individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. UNAIDS’ theme for 2024 is ‘to protect everyone’s health, protect everyone’s rights’. This theme advocates for the rights of all people and the ongoing fight to end discrimination against individuals with HIV/AIDS. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #zerodiscrimination #zerodiscriminationday #zerodiscriminationday2024
Quote of the week: "She stood in the storm and when the wind did not blow her way, she adjusted her sails" by Elizabeth Edwards. #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndissupport #ndis #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: Loxley And His Big Emotions by Kyree Harvey Loxley And His Big Emotions is an engaging and insightful children’s book that teaches children about emotion identification and how they can manage and express emotions is healthy ways. The book follows the story of Loxley, who experiences lots of emotions throughout his day, such as anger, sadness, and jealousy, across a range of scenarios that are very relatable for children. The book creatively reminds children that experiencing all of these emotions is okay and that there are things that can be done to feel happier. This might be as simple as getting a hug from a parent or taking some deep breaths. This is a great book for parents, educators, or therapists who want to teach children about emotional intelligence in a fun and engaging way. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Learn with Us: Clay Therapy Clay therapy is an expressive mode of therapy that uses clay as a medium for emotional expression and psychological healing. Clay therapy is a great way to look at thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and experiences in a creative and non-verbal way. Non-verbal expression Clay therapy is a great way for individuals to express themselves through a non-verbal medium. It can be very beneficial for individuals who struggle with verbal communication methods. Sensory Benefits Clay therapy provides great tactile and sensory experiences for individuals and can be grounding for individuals who experienced or have experiences stress, anxiety, or trauma. Emotional Release Clay therapy promotes a safe and non-judgmental place for individuals to release and process emotions that may be difficult to express verbally. The physicality of this therapy method is another way that individuals can release emotions that may be suppressed. Self-exploration Clay therapy can help individuals explore their thoughts, feelings and emotions and can provide powerful insight into why they may think or feel the way they do. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #behavioursupportpractitioner #behavioursupportworker #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #claytherapy
Ali is responding very positively to his behaviour therapy sessions and showing great improvement💪🏻 • Who is a Behaviour Therapist? Behaviour therapists help their clients achieve their personal and professional goals by collaborating with them on replacing maladaptive behaviours with constructive behaviours that meet the agreed goals (Haynes & O’Brien, 2000). • “𝘉𝘦𝘵𝘵𝘦𝘳 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘖𝘻𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦” 📍18 Paul Street Auburn 2144 NSW #ozcare #ozcaresupportservices #ozcaresupportservicesaustralia #BetterCareWithOzcare #DisabilityServicesAustralia #DisabilitySupport #DisabilityIsNotInability #DisabilityCare #DisabilityAwareness #DisabilityInclusion #DisabilityRights #DisabilityAdvocate #DisabilityIsDiversity #DisabilitySupportWorker #MentalHealth #HealthAndWellness #NDIS #NDISAustralia #NDISProvider #Agecare #ozcaresupportservicesSydney #auburn #ndisauburn #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtheraphy #behaviourtherapyworks Footage has been posted with consent from all parties.
Meet the Sunshine and Buttercup team: Jayla ☀️ Jayla is one of our fantastic Behaviour Support Practitioners. Jayla has a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences. Jayla loves working with our primary and high school aged clients. Jayla is passionate about working with complex families and environments and creating a holistic therapeutic environment for her clients. Jayla previously worked as a Mental Health Support Worker and has a lot of experience in working with individuals with a range of disabilities and mental health disorders including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Developmental Delays, and addiction disorders. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #meettheteam #meetthestaff #behavioursupportworker #behavioursupportpractitioner
Quote of the Week: "Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become", by James Clear #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #ndis #ndisregisteredprovider #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: My Body My Rules by Nicki Esler Gill & Dasha Riley 📚👧👦 My Body My Rules is a fun yet empowering book that educates children to consent and boundaries in an easy to understand and age-appropriate way. My Body My Rules takes the reader through a range of common scenarios that children may experience such as being tickled, getting a hug, or holding someone’s hand. Then, the story gently introduces the notion of ‘my body my rules’ and that children have the right and choice to say no if they do not want to be touched. The book also introduces some of the consequences of breaking someone’s boundaries in a simple and easily understandable way. This is a great book to introduce the notion of consent to children. It is perfect for families, schools and therapists who want a fun and engaging resource to help with this important topic. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
World Day of Social Justice, 20th February ✊🌏💛 World Day of Social Justice is a day created by the United Nations to raise awareness for and combat social issues such as unemployment, discrimination, and poverty. The United Nations defines social justice as “an underlying principle for peaceful and prosperous coexistence within and among nations”. World Day of Social Justice encourages individuals and organisations to take actions to promote social justice and address to causes of social injustices. This may be done through advocating work, initiatives within organisations, or just starting conversations about these issues! #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendisprovider #newcastlendis #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #worldsocialjusticeday #worldsocialjustice #worldsocialjusticeday2024 #justice #justiceforchildren #socialjustice #SocialJusticeForAll
What do our staff do for self-care?💆♀️🏋️♀️🧘♀️ Self-care is not selfish, it’s essential! At Sunshine and Buttercup Therapy Services, we understand that life is busy, and things can get overwhelming, so we took some time out to talk about our own self-care strategies so we can share them with you! Ellie - Director & Behaviour Support Practitioner: I enjoy doing Pilates, reading, going on walks and getting a massage. Amy - Director & Behaviour Support Practitioner: I like to paint my nails, do skincare, do DIY projects and sleep. Paige - Admin & Therapeutic Assistant: I enjoy going to the gym, listen to podcasts and do my skincare routine. Gemma - Behaviour Support Practitioner: I do lots of gardening. Jayla - Behaviour Support Practitioner: I like to do yoga or go for a walk. Elise - Behaviour Support Practitioner: I go for a walk, do Pilates, or watch a comfort movie or TV show like Friends. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #selflove #selfcare #selfcaretips #selfcarefirst #selfcarethread #selfcarematters #selfcarejourney #selfcareroutine #selfcareroutine #selfcarethreads #selfcareisnotselfish
Quote of the Week: “Life is not easy for any of us. But what of that? We must have perseverance and above all confidence in ourselves. We must believe that we are gifted for something and that this thing must be attained", by Marie Curie #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: What Feelings Do When No One’s Looking by Tina Oziewicz & Aleksandra Zając 📚 What Feelings Do When No One’s Looking is a charming children’s book that gently guides the reader through identifying a range of emotions through easily understandable examples that children can relate to. The book is beautifully illustrated with a range of quirky characters that pair with each emotion. The illustrations bring the emotions alive and capture the curiosity of the reader. This book is filled with warmth and describes a range of emotions in an inventive and engaging way. This book is the perfect resource for helping children identify and understand complex emotions, as well as opening the space for conversations and questions they may have. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Learn with Us: Big Feelings Pineapple🍍🍍🍍 Big Feelings Pineapple is a fun and interactive resource designed to help children develop social-emotional skills and fine motor skills. With this resource, children can create and learn to recognise a range of emotions using the 26 face pieces and putting them on the Pineapple’s two faces. This resource can be used in a wide variety of ways to suit the child’s needs and age. Using the guide, the child may be asked to create one of the faces that represents how they are feeling or be asked to create and angry or excited face. This resource can create meaningful conversations about emotions and how different emotions may be expressed or interpreted. Not only is this resource a lot of fun for children, but it is also a great way to help children develop emotional and social intelligence as well as building their fine motor skills through putting the faces together. #sunshineandbuttercup #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Quote of the Week: “Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always remember, you have within you the strength, the patience, and the passion to reach for the stars to change the world.” By Harriet Tubman #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: The Seasons Within Me by Bianca Pozzi The Seasons Within Me by Bianca Pozzi is a beautifully written and illustrated children’s book that gently portrays childhood emotions and the amazing and transformative power of friendship. The Seasons Within Me follows a young girl, who is struggling with negative emotions. Pozzi uses the metaphor of rain to creatively portray these negative emotions. The young girl begins taking care of a dog, symbolising the power that friendship and belonging can have on creating positive emotions. This is a wonderful book for parents and carers, educators, and therapists, who want to teach children about emotions in a judgement free way. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching
Safer Internet Day👾🧑💻📲💻 Safer Internet Day is an annual observance that promotes the safe use of digital technology, particularly on the internet and raise awareness about online safety issues. In Australia, the eSafety Commissioner aims to educate people about how to be safe online and potential risks that may impact one’s safety. On Safer Internet Day, the eSafety Commissioner promotes three actions to be safe online: - Connect safely - Reflect on how your actions may affect your safety or someone else’s safety - Protect yourself and others What can you do to help your child stay safe online - Have open and honest discussions about online safety with your children - Create a space where they feel like they can come to you to talk - Keep privacy settings up to date - Educate them about stranger danger online - Encourage them to report any cyberbullying behaviour they see - Encourage them to report any inappropriate or graphic images/videos/messages they see - Ensure they keep their passwords private - Monitor social media accounts #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #saferinternetday #saferinternetday2024 #saferinternet #onlinesafety #onlinesafetytips #onlinesafetyforkids #onlinesafetyawareness
Meet the Sunshine & Buttercup team: Ellie (Director & Behaviour Support Practitioner) Ellie is one of our fabulous Directors and Behaviour Support Therapists. Ellie has a Bachelor of Psychological Sciences and a Masters of Family Studies. Ellie works with a wide variety of participants and has years of experience in working with participants with ASD Level 1-3, verbal and non-verbal communication, childhood trauma and aggressive behaviours. Ellie has a wealth of knowledge about working with complex family situations, culturally and linguistically diverse families, and families with children in out of home care. #sunshineandbuttercup #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #meettheteam #meetthestaff
Quote of the Week: “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existing” by Albert Einstein #sunshineandbuttercup #quotesforyou #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #quotestoliveby #quoteoftheday #quotestagram #quotes #quoteoftheweek #behavioursupport #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia
Book of the Week: Too Much! An Overwhelming Day by Jolene Gutiérrez Whether it’s the itchiness of a jumper, loud noise in the playground, or bright light coming through the window, sometimes, everything becomes too much, and we get overwhelmed. But this is okay. ‘Too Much! An Overwhelming Day' by Jolene Gutiérrez is a delightful children’s book that follows a young girl through a very overwhelming day and what she does to feel calmer. This colourful book offers gentle guidance to the reader on how to support children with sensory sensitivities, using easily understandable strategies such as breathing exercises or having a quiet space. This book is fantastic for parents, carers, therapists and educators who have or work with children with sensory sensitivities, sensory processing disorders or autism spectrum disorder. #sunshineandbuttercup #bookoftheweek #therapyresourcesforkids #therapyresources #therapyresource #behaviourtherapists #behaviourtherapist #behaviourtherapyworks #newcastlendis #newcastlendisprovider #behaviourtherapy #behavioursupport #booksforschools #ndisregisteredprovider #ndis #ndissupport #ndisapproved #ndisprovider #ndisaustralia #resourcesforparents #booksforchildren #booksforkids #resourcesforteachers #resourcesforteaching