Niamh McArdle

Meet Our Occupational Therapist

Niamh is an Occupational Therapist who supports children and their families in the early years of development.

Originally from the UK, Niamh has worked across both clinic and community settings and is passionate about supporting children to learn and grow through play-based therapy. She values creating a safe and supportive environment where each child feels confident to explore, engage, and develop new skills.

Niamh has a particular interest in working with children who experience sensory processing differences, developmental delays, and fine and gross motor difficulties. She enjoys working collaboratively with families to build consistency across home, school, and community environments.

Qualifications:

  • Master of Occupational Therapy, Sheffield Hallam University, UK (2023)
  • Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Adult Nursing, University of Salford, UK (2020)
  • Certificate of Higher Education in Sport Rehabilitation. University of Salford, United Kingdom (2017)

Additional Training in:

  • Currently completing The SenseUp Approach™ Course
  • Traffic Jam in My Brain by Genevieve Jereb OT
  • SenseUp: Innerstanding Interoception Masterclass
  • SenseUp: Sensory Profiling Masterclass Series

Registrations:

  • Registered Occupational Therapist with AHPRA
  • Member of Occupational Therapy Australia

Niamh enjoys staying active through running and pilates, as well as exploring new places in Australia. She loves discovering new coffee shops and pastries, and spending quality time with family and friends.

  • Early intervention
  • Sensory integration
  • Fine and gross motor development
  • Play-based therapy
  • Parent and educator collaboration
  • The Calm Connector!