DIRECTOR | ACCREDITED MENTAL HEALTH THERAPIST | COUNSELLOR | COUPLES THERAPIST

Niamh Whiley

Niamh is our dedicated director + experienced therapist specialising in psychological and mental health care. Accredited by the OT Australia Board in 2024, Niamh has spent her career blending evidence-based practice with a warm, relational approach that makes clients feel truly seen and supported. Her passion for the human mind led her to further training in relational therapy, expanding her expertise in helping people navigate life’s complex emotional landscapes.

As a trusted supervisor and placement provider, she actively mentors the next generation of therapists through partnerships with Queensland universities — a role she treasures just as much as her clinical work. When she’s not in clinic, you’ll find her at the gym, wandering local markets, catching a movie, or eating sweet treats. Originally from the country, she still carries that small town charm, though she loves the city life.

“My practice is informed through psychological frameworks such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), mindfulness-based practices, and trauma-informed care. Though I love integrating OT-specific models such as Person-Environment-Occupation (PEO) Framework, Model of Human Occupation (MOHO), and Occupational Adaptation. I think this blend allows for a solution-focused approach to supporting my clients untangle unhelpful thought patterns, build emotional resilience, + reclaim meaningful routines to empower them to live a life aligned with their values.”

    • Adolescents, Adults + Aged Care

    • Mental Health + Psychosocial Disabilities

    • Couples + Marriage Counselling

    • Interpersonal Support + Skill Development (Romantic, Platonic, Friendships + Family)

    • Self-Concept, Identity + Confidence Development

    • Mindfulness + Gratitude Based Therapy

    • Emotional, Sensory + Behavioural Regulation

    • Interoception Intervention

    • Sensory Interventions

    • Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) + Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) Informed Therapy

    • Masturbation Support

    • Menstruation Support

    • Sexual Exploration, Planning + Support

    • Mindset Coaching

    • Occupational Counselling

    • Transition Support (i.e., University, Parenting etc)

    • Goal Development + Monitoring

    • Substance Abuse

    • Domestic Violence Psychosocial Support

    • Sleep Hygiene

    • Reporting: FCA, Support Need Assessments, SIL, ILO, SDA, Aids + Equipment, DVA Reports, Workcover Report, DSP

    • Medicare Better Access to Mental Health

    • Attachment Theory

    • Clinical Supervision

    • Adolescents, Adults + Aged Care

    • Couples

    • Emotional Regulation

    • Neurodiversity, Neuro-informed + Trauma-Informed Care

    • Developmental Trauma

    • Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)

    • Anxiety + Depression

    • Personality Disorders

    • Agoraphobia

    • OCD

    • Shame, Grief + Loss

    • Emotional Dysregulation

    • Other Psychosocial Disabilities

    • Complex Developmental and Mental Health Issues

    • Family + Domestic Violence

    • ​Neurodivergence

    • Autism + ADHD

    • Relationship Issues

    • Friendship Issues

    • Self-Esteem + Confidence Issues

    • Adjustment Issues

    • Anger Issues

    • Indigenous Health

    • Sensory processing + Interoception Issues

    • LGBTQI+ support

  • Wednesday - Friday

    8:00am to 4:30pm

  • Full registration as an Occupational Therapist with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA)

    Bachelor of Occupational Therapy Science (Honours), University of Queensland

    Member of the Occupational Therapy Australia (OTA)

    Accredited Mental Health Occupational Therapist through OTAUS Board (since 2024)

    Gottman Method Level I & II

    Mental Health First Aid

    Acceptance Commitment Therapy Certification - PTSD, Trauma, Anxiety + Depression

    Californian Mental Health Symposium 4-Day Training 2025

  • NDIS: Yes, Self + Plan Managed

    WorkCover: Yes

    CTP Insurance: Yes

    Private Health: Yes

    MyAgedCare: Yes

    Medicare: Yes (Better Access to Mental Health)

    Age: 15 +