About positive behaviour support
Our Philosophy
At Pathway Partnerships, we believe that every person has the potential to live a life of dignity, purpose and connection. Our Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) services are designed to help individuals overcome barriers, build meaningful skills and create environments where they can truly thrive. PBS is more than just a set of strategies – it’s a person-centred, evidence-based approach that focuses on understanding the whole person, their unique strengths, their needs and the aspirations that matter most to them.
How Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Helps
PBS is not about “fixing” a person – it’s about creating the right conditions for success. We understand that all behaviour serves a purpose and that by identifying the reasons behind certain behaviours, we can provide practical, compassionate and sustainable solutions. Each support plan is tailored to the individual, recognising their unique history, preferences and support needs.
This often includes:
- Skill Development in communication, self-regulation, problem-solving and daily living tasks
- Empowering Decision-Making by involving the person and their support network in planning and review
- Identifying and Addressing Triggers that may cause distress, frustration or disengagement
- Encouraging Inclusion and Participation in social, recreational, educational and community activities
- Building Resilience and Coping Strategies for navigating change, stress and challenges
Our process is highly collaborative. While our team brings professional expertise, the individual and their supports bring lived experience, insight and perspective.
Together, we co-design support strategies that are realistic, culturally appropriate and sustainable over the long term. We also draw on specialist consultation where necessary, ensuring that plans are informed by the latest research and best-practice standards.
The Benefits of a PBS Approach
When implemented effectively, PBS can have far-reaching positive impacts including:
- Improved Quality of Life and a greater sense of wellbeing
- Reduction in Behaviours of Concern by addressing underlying causes rather than just symptoms
- Greater Independence and Self-Determination, enabling individuals to take more control over their own lives
- Stronger Relationships between the individual, their family, carers and community
- A more Supportive Environment that promotes dignity, respect and equal opportunities
- Long-term Sustainability of positive change, rather than short-term solutions
At Pathway Partnerships, we deliver tailored professional sessions that align with each person’s individual support plan. This ensures that strategies are not just talked about – they are actively practiced, reviewed and refined in real-world situations. By combining a supportive approach with practical skill-building, we create lasting change that benefits not only the person we are working with, but also their families, carers and wider community.