Our Team
Our team brings together therapeutic specialists, program leaders and support workers - united by a shared commitment to Practice Excellence and positive outcomes.
Join our team
If you're passionate about supporting young people, we'd love to hear from you. Talk to us about roles across our residential, outreach and NDIS programs.
Join our team
At Praxis Solutions, we believe that our people are our greatest strength. The work we do is important, challenging and rewarding, which is why we are committed to ensuring our staff feel supported, valued and equipped to succeed.
We invest heavily in professional growth through regular supervision, team meetings, robust internal training and development, external learning opportunities and access to industry-leading conferences, workshops and specialist development opportunities.
Just as importantly, we believe work should be meaningful and enjoyable. Through team events, social activities, recognition initiatives and opportunities to connect with colleagues, we foster a culture where people feel part of something bigger than themselves.
Our commitment is simple: we invest in our staff so they can invest in the people we support. By fostering a culture of Inclusive, Transformative, Courageous and Just practice alongside Practice Excellence, we create an environment where both our workforce and our clients can thrive.
CEO, Director, and Founder
Christina Brugman is an accomplished and respected leader in the child protection and disability sectors, with a career spanning over two decades across both government and community settings. Beginning her professional journey in Community Corrections, Christina specialised in offender assessment and served as a court prosecutor—building a strong foundation in justice, risk, and behavioural analysis.
Executive Manager
Luke is a values-driven leader dedicated to serving young people, participants, and employees, with a strong emphasis on organizational growth, ethical practice, and sector capacity building. With extensive experience across child protection, out-of-home care, and disability services. Luke leads high-performing teams that deliver trauma-informed and neuro-responsive, holistic supports to vulnerable young people with complex needs.
Executive Manager
My name is Leonie, and I am the Executive Manager of Quality at Praxis Solutions. I've had the privilege of walking alongside children and families for the past twenty-five years with particular focus in the Child Protection & Residential Care space. I have a passion for quality practice which has led me to roles within the Practice Development and Learning spheres.
Business Support Coordinator
Andrew is a results-driven leader with deep expertise in operational management, team development, and business support across fast paced, service driven environments.
Business Support Officer
My name is Kathryn, I also go by Kat, I'm a Business Support Officer with Praxis Solutions.
Senior Program Manager
My name is Kellie, and I am the Program Case Manager at Praxis Solutions.
Program Coordinator
My name is Tracey Smith, and I'm the Program Coordinator at Praxis Solutions.
Program Lead
My name is Hailey, I am a Senior Youth Worker and NDIS Coordinator at Praxis Solutions. I bring four years of experience in community services, with the last three focused on out-of-home care.
Program Lead
My name is Kate and I'm a Senior Youth Worker at Praxis Solutions. I have worked in residential care for 3 years between central and south east Queensland.
Senior Therapeutic Practice Specialist
Dawn is an experienced therapeutic practitioner with two decades of experience supporting children, young people, families, and the professionals who work alongside them.
Senior Youth Worker
I joined Praxis Solutions in late 2025 as a Senior Youth Worker. I have experience across aged care, adult mental health, suicide prevention, supported independent living (SIL), and child protection, including leadership roles in my previous workplace as a key leader and acting team leader.
Senior Youth Worker
Simon is a Senior Residential Youth Worker with a passion for supporting young people to build confidence, resilience, and positive life skills. With experience working alongside children and adolescents facing a range of challenges, he is committed to creating a safe, supportive, and empowering environment where young people can thrive. Simon brings a calm, strengths-based approach to his work and values building genuine, trusting relationships that help young people achieve their goals and reach their potential.
Talk to us
Whether you're making a referral, exploring options for a family, or looking to strengthen practice within your organisation, our team is happy to talk it through.