Empowerment Support Collective.
Providing trauma-informed behaviour support, counselling, and domestic violence specialist support for individuals, families, and NDIS participants.
Positive Behaviour Support
Positive Behaviour Support focuses on understanding the reasons behind behaviours of concern and building practical strategies that improve wellbeing and quality of life. Through assessment, collaboration, and skill development, we work with participants, families, and support teams to create supportive environments and meaningful, positive change.
Specialist Domestic Violence Support
Specialist support for individuals experiencing or recovering from domestic and family violence. This service focuses on safety, empowerment, and connecting people with the supports and resources needed to rebuild stability, confidence, and independence.
Counselling
Counselling provides a safe and supportive space to explore challenges, build coping strategies, and strengthen emotional wellbeing. Sessions are person-centred and trauma-informed, supporting individuals to navigate life changes and move forward with confidence.
We Support
NDIS participants | Individuals experiencing domestic and family violence | Families and carers | Support coordinators and community services
Meet our team
Our friendly staff will be available to assist with any queries or to answer any questions you may have.
Joni Watkins
Founder | Behaviour Support Practitioner | Counsellor | Domestic Violence Specialist
Bob Watkins
Co-Founder | Behaviour Support Practitioner | Counsellor | Psychology Graduate
Contact Us
Address
Penrith NSW 2750, Australia
About Us
Empowerment Support Collective is dedicated to supporting individuals to build safer, stronger, and more independent lives through compassionate, person-centred support.
Founded by Joni and Bob, the practice brings together experience in Positive Behaviour Support, domestic and family violence specialist support, and counselling. Joni holds a Diploma of Counselling and Community Services, and Bob holds a degree in Psychology, bringing a strong understanding of behaviour, mental health, and human development to the work we do.
Our work is grounded in trauma-informed practice, with a focus on collaboration, dignity, and empowerment. We work closely with individuals, families, support coordinators, and multidisciplinary teams to create practical strategies that improve wellbeing, increase independence, and support meaningful, positive change.
At Empowerment Support Collective, our goal is simple: to help people build strong foundations for positive change.