Bridget Emmerson

Bridget is a highly skilled and experienced Behaviour Support Practitioner with a strong background in psychology and counselling. At Ability Action Australia, she provides exceptional support and guidance to participants with a diverse range of disability and complex needs.

Prior to her role as a Behaviour Support Practitioner, Bridget gained extensive experience working as a Support Worker, where she worked with children and adults with various disability, such as acquired brain injuries, autism, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, hearing impairments, intellectual disability, multiple sclerosis, vision impairment, dementia, Parkinson’s Disease, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder and depression.

She has also supported NDIS participants with:

• Eating disorders
• Post-traumatic stress disorder
• Substance abuse and addiction

Bridget’s exceptional skills as a Counsellor enable her to provide emotional support and guidance to participants in addition to practical assistance. Her ability to empathise with her participants allows her to create a safe and supportive environment that encourages open communication and collaboration.

“I believe that no matter who you are, you have the capacity for development. That’s what drives my work every day,” she says.

Bridget is supporting NDIS clients across metropolitan Melbourne.