Founder Story
Mickaylah O'Donoghue
ASI® Certified Occupational Therapist
I first discovered the true impact occupational therapy can have on a child’s development during my university placement. I was captivated by the joy and boundless imagination of the children I worked with—and in that moment I knew I wanted to help them learn, play, and grow.
In 2018, I moved to Adelaide to be with my partner Tom, where I joined The OTFC Group—one of Australia’s leading paediatric OT clinics. It was there I encountered Ayres Sensory Integration® (ASI®) in action and saw how sensory‑based therapy can open whole new worlds for children and their families.
By 2020, I’d completed my ASI® certification and stepped into a clinical manager role, mentoring a team of passionate therapists and fostering a culture built on trust, connection, and joy.
Since then I’ve celebrated countless milestones—from first independent steps to riding a bike for the first time. Yet the moments I treasure most are often the simple high‑fives and gentle hugs that say “I did it!”
After welcoming our daughters, Hazel and Rose, Tom and I felt a strong pull back to our family returning to our home town of Shepparton where we grew up.
My vision for Bloom Sensory is simple: bring evidenced based sensory therapy home so that every child feels seen, understood, and empowered to reach their fullest potential. At Bloom Sensory, we blend various OT frameworks with our specialization in ASI® to create fun, targeted sessions that build strength, skills and smiles.
Bloom Sensory is more than a clinic; it’s a hub of hope and possibility. We aim to partner with local schools, community groups and families, sharing knowledge and resources so each child’s success stretches from the therapy room to the classroom, playground and beyond.
Thank you for trusting us with your child’s journey. Together, we’ll help them bloom.