Link-up and Learn With LiveBig
Brought to you by the team at LiveBig, this podcast is about sharing knowledge, real conversations about disability support, therapy, and inclusion. In each episode, we bring together passionate professionals, lived experiences, and practical insights to support participants, families, and carers navigating the NDIS and beyond. You’ll hear from expert voices across our allied health team—including Occupational Therapists, Psychologists, Speech Pathologists, and more—who offer real-world experience and compassionate care. At LiveBig, we believe that together we do more. Visit Livebig.com.au to learn more
Episodes
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Melanie Tedesco, a Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner at LiveBig.
Together, they explore common misconceptions about PBS and how understanding behaviour can help individuals build independence, confidence, and a better quality of life.
Mel shares examples of how PBS can support adults living with disability, from creating routines and improving communication to reducing stress and increasing...
Today, we’re sharing a deeply personal conversation about walking the autism journey as both a clinician and a parent. It’s a story told with honesty, where love sits alongside worry, uncertainty and the emotions that come with a diagnosis.
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Lara, a Positive Behavioural Support Practitioner at LiveBig and mum to twin boys, one of whom has been diagnosed with ASD level 2. Lara speaks ca...
Today, we’re discussing parental guilt, especially for parents and carers of neurodivergent children. For many families, love and pride can sit alongside self-doubt, exhaustion, and the quiet feeling that they should be coping better.
In this episode, Sarah is joined by Fiso, an Occupational Therapist at LiveBig. Together, they explore the role of occupational therapy in supporting not just the children but also their famili...
Today we’re talking about behaviour, particularly in the context of ADHD and autism. For many families and carers, behaviour can feel more intense, more confusing, and sometimes confronting. Why is this happening? Are we missing something? And how do we respond in a way that actually helps?
In this episode of Link Up and Learn with LiveBig, Sarah is joined by Jonas, a Positive Behaviour Support practitioner, here at LiveBig. ...
In this episode, we explore what does a Functional Capacity Assessment involve, and why is it so important for NDIS participants.
Functional Capacity Assessments, often called FCAs, play an important role in helping people access the right supports through the NDIS. They look at how a person functions across different areas of daily life, where challenges exist, and what supports are necessary to help them live as independently as ...
In this episode, we discuss how telehealth can help NDIS participants access Allied Health support in a more flexible and convenient way.
Telehealth allows individuals to receive therapy from the comfort of their homes. Clinicians can provide a variety of therapies remotely, including psychology, speech therapy, occupational therapy, Positive Behaviour Support and more. Research has shown that telehealth can be just as effective as...
The holiday season brings joy, connection, and celebration, but it can also bring stress, sensory overload, and emotional challenges, especially for individuals with disability.
In this episode of Link Up and Learn with LiveBig, we are joined by occupational therapist Rachel and psychologist Heather for a gentle, practical conversation about navigating the season with care. Together, they explore how to manage disrupted routines, p...
Psychology under the NDIS often raises questions for participants, families and carers. Is it still funded? How does it actually work in practice? In this episode of Link Up and Learn with LiveBig, we discuss the role of psychology in NDIS plans.
Kylie explains when psychology is included, how it supports participant outcomes, and why it’s about more than just mental health diagnoses. You’ll learn practical ways psychol...
School avoidance occurs when children experience intense anxiety about attending school, creating significant challenges for families. This often leaves parents, caregivers, and teachers feeling overwhelmed and unsure where to turn.
Symptoms can include morning meltdowns or a refusal to leave the car upon arrival at school. The causes of school avoidance are varied and can include social anxiety, bullying, sensory issues, or major ...
In this episode, we are sharing a conversation from our webinar series. Lara Powers, a Behavioural Support Practitioner, discusses the challenges and strategies for supporting neurodivergent children in developing social skills. From the complexities of birthday parties to classroom dynamics, Lara uncovers the hidden barriers that interfere with social interaction.
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In this episode of Link-up and Learn With Live, Sarah talked to Amanda Trist, an area manager and occupational therapist from New South Wales, to explore What Is Occupational Therapy & Why Does It Matter? . Amanda demystifies OT, illustrating it as a means to help individuals perform significant daily tasks, enhancing their independence and quality of life. Through real-life stories, Amanda showcases the profound impact of OT a...
Hello and welcome to Link Up & Learn with LiveBig. We’re so excited to bring you this podcast, created by the team at LiveBig to share knowledge and spark real conversations about disability support, therapy, and inclusion.
In each episode, we bring together passionate professionals, share lived experiences, and offer practical insights to support participants, families, and carers navigating the NDIS and beyond.
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