Empowering Your Lives
With Heart

Discover our story, values, and commitment to providing emotionally-centred NDIS support that truly uplifts and empowers every individual.

Our Story

At Affective Care, we believe mental health is not a service; it’s a human right.
Founded by a psychologist and an accountant, Affective Care was built on the powerful idea that care should be both heartfelt and well-coordinated. We saw families navigating the NDIS feeling overwhelmed, isolated, and emotionally exhausted. While systems provided structure, they often missed the heart of what truly mattered: people.
So we created something different.

Our Psychology

Affective Care isn’t just an NDIS provider; we’re a passionate team of psychologists, therapists, and support specialists who walk alongside participants every step of the way. Whether it’s a child experiencing challenges at school or an adult facing life transitions, we see the whole person; not just the diagnosis or the paperwork.
Our psychology services are designed to be holistic, evidence-based, and deeply personal. From assessments and therapy to carer training and crisis support, everything we do is shaped around real lives, not checklists.
We’re proud to deliver services that support not just the participant, but their entire support network; because when one person is empowered, families and communities grow stronger too.
With deep roots in the Australian community and a growing presence across Sydney, we’re here to do more than meet NDIS goals. We’re here to help people live with dignity, connection, and emotional wellbeing.
Because at Affective Care, we care with heart and we always will.

Our Mission

To empower people living with disability and their families through compassionate, evidence-based mental health services that support emotional wellbeing, independence, and dignity.

Our Vision

A world where every person, regardless of ability, has access to emotionally-centred care that values their story, uplifts their voice, and supports their full potential.

Empathy First

We listen deeply, respond with care, and always seek to understand the lived experience of every participant and their family.

Professional Integrity

We uphold the highest clinical and ethical standards, ensuring all services are safe, transparent, and grounded in best practice.

Personalised Support

We tailor every plan and therapy session to the unique needs, strengths, and goals of the individual.

Collaboration and Connection

We work hand-in-hand with families, carers, support coordinators, and communities to create wraparound care that truly supports each journey.

Growth and Learning

We embrace continuous improvement for our clients, our team, and our services; always staying ahead of evolving needs and evidence.

Smart, Informed Care

We combine clinical expertise with innovative tools and technology to deliver smarter, more responsive support; ensuring every participant receives the best possible care, even in challenging moments.

Our Practitioners

Jessica Boumelhem

Advanced Behaviour Support Practitioner | PBS Manager

Chady Aoun

Senior Psychologist and Behaviour Support Practitioner

Miray El-Hachem

Positive Behaviour Therapist & Registered Counsellor (ACA Level 2)

Anabell Beattie-Bowers

Psychologist | PBS

Brandon Boumelhem

Occupational Therapist

Natalie Soto

Registered Psychologist

Edric Limbo

Speech Pathologist

Heather Pinel

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Charbel Azzi

Speech-Language Pathologist

Nisreen El-Saidi

Psychologist | PBS

Grace Boutros

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Ali Bazzi

Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

Areeba Chaudhry

Casual Allied Health Assistant

Our Support Coordinator

Veronica Villacres

Support Coordinator

Therese Safi

Support Coordinator / Scheduler

Dona Dagher

Care Coordinator/ Registered Nurse

Helen Short

Support Coordinator

Built on Trust and
Professional Standards

Business & Operations Team

Rita Dagher

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) | Psychologist

Wissam Azzi

Chief Financial Officer (CFO)

Tania Azzi

HR Manager

Marlon Medina

Operations Manager

Lorena Medina

Risk / Compliance Manager

Lilian N.Peyman

Branding & Marketing

Elizabeth Tannous

Scheduler/ HR Support

Laura Amoroso

Customer Service/ Sales Team

Rita Heading

Rita Heading

Psychologist | Managing Director – Affective Care & Affective Health Services

Rita Dagher is a highly respected psychologist and the Managing Director of Affective Care and Affective Health Services. With a strong clinical background and a humanistic leadership style, Rita is committed to fostering person-centred, compassionate care. She leads with integrity and innovation, ensuring tailored, high-quality support across psychological therapy, allied health, and in-home care services. Her work bridges therapeutic expertise and strategic vision, making a lasting difference in the lives of clients and communities.