Debora is an accomplished Clinical Operations Manager with over 25 years of experience across the health, disability, education, and community services sectors. Holding a Master of Counselling, a Bachelor of Behavioural Studies (Psychology), and a Graduate Certificate in Management, Debora combines clinical expertise with strategic leadership to drive high-quality service delivery across multidisciplinary teams.
With a strong foundation in trauma-informed, client-centred, and family systems approaches, Debora has supported individuals of all ages with a range of developmental, psychosocial, and cognitive needs through her role as a Specialist Behaviour Support Practitioner. Her work is grounded in evidence-based practice and a deep understanding of the complex interplay between mental health, disability, and the social environment.
In her role as Clinical Operations Manager, Debora leads the clinical governance and quality systems that underpin safe, effective, and person-centred care. She oversees service delivery standards, supports team development, and ensures alignment with NDIS compliance and best practice frameworks. Her leadership is characterised by clarity, compassion, and a strong commitment to continuous improvement. Her ability to combine behavioural science with strong relational insight makes her a valued leader, especially in navigating complex participant needs and service delivery challenges.
Debora is known for her calm, grounded leadership style and her ability to translate clinical vision into operational excellence. She believes that through supportive systems, shared values, and clear governance, organisations can create sustainable, meaningful impact for the individuals and communities they serve. Debora is also a skilled clinical supervisor and mentor, passionate about building capacity in others through reflective practice and ethical leadership. She believes that with the right support, individuals and teams alike can grow, adapt, and thrive, ultimately delivering better outcomes for the people they serve.
