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A brain injury can affect many aspects of a person’s life. While physical changes may be easier to recognise, the psychological effects of a brain injury can sometimes be less visible. Changes in mood, confidence, memory, concentration, behaviour, relationships, and independence can all influence a person’s recovery and quality of life. For individuals and families, […]

A workplace injury can affect much more than a person’s physical health. An injury may change how someone feels about work, affect their confidence and independence, or create challenges in relationships, daily activities, and future planning. For some people, the psychological effects of an injury can be just as significant as the physical effects. A […]

A motor vehicle accident can have an impact that extends well beyond physical injuries. Even when physical recovery is progressing, an accident may leave a person experiencing fear, anxiety, distress, changes in confidence, difficulty returning to normal activities, or uncertainty about the future. For some people, these experiences may resolve with time. For others, psychological […]

For NDIS participants, meaningful support is about more than addressing behaviours of concern. It is about creating opportunities to communicate, participate, develop skills, build relationships, and live a life that reflects what matters to the individual. Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) takes a person-centred approach to understanding behaviour and identifying strategies that can improve quality of […]

Autism is often associated with childhood assessment and diagnosis, but many people reach adulthood without having had the opportunity to explore whether they may be autistic. For some adults, questions about autism emerge after years of feeling different, experiencing challenges with social communication, managing sensory environments, or finding certain aspects of everyday life more difficult […]

Navigating the NDIS can sometimes feel complex, particularly when you are trying to understand what assessments or reports may be needed and how they can contribute to planning and support. A psychological assessment can provide valuable information about a person’s experiences, strengths, functioning, challenges, and support needs. At Profiles WA, we believe an assessment should […]

Behaviour can sometimes be difficult to understand from the outside. What may appear to be challenging behaviour can have many different causes. A person may be communicating an unmet need, responding to their environment, experiencing distress, or using a learned strategy to manage a difficult situation. A Functional Behaviour Assessment (FBA) helps look beyond the […]

Life does not always follow the path we expect. Periods of change, loss, stress, or uncertainty can affect how we think, feel, connect with others, and manage everyday life. For some people, these experiences may contribute to anxiety, depression, or difficulties adjusting to a new stage of life. Psychological therapy can provide a safe and […]

A psychological assessment is more than a series of questions, tests, or forms. It is an opportunity to develop a clearer understanding of how a person thinks, feels, functions, and experiences the world around them. At Profiles WA, we believe meaningful assessment begins with understanding the whole person — their experiences, strengths, relationships, environment, challenges, […]

Every person carries a story shaped by their experiences, relationships, culture, environment, and the communities they belong to. When providing psychological assessments and support, understanding a person means looking beyond symptoms, challenges, or diagnoses. It means recognising the many influences that have shaped their journey. At Profiles WA, we believe meaningful assessments begin with understanding […]