Our Team

Quickstepz is led by Occupational Therapist Kate Boyce. Our team includes occupational therapists, a registered music therapist and Allied Health Assistants, who deliver mobile therapy at home and preschool under the guidance of our OTs.

Kate's qualifications

Meet our Occupational Therapists

Kate Boyce Carmel M Angela M Eudora Low

Kate Boyce

Occupational Therapist | Team Leader

Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy), Honours Class 1, University of Sydney, 2004.

Certifications

Kate’s certifications and training include:

NISE-Stim — Level 1

Non-Invasive Spinal Electrical Stimulation training with Gerti Motavalli, 2026.

Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) — Level 2

Trained with Ramón Cuevas, Physiotherapist and developer of CME, in Santiago, Chile, in 2023, qualifying as a Level 2 CME practitioner.
Completed 40 hours of mentorship with Adrian Stupinean, CME Level 4 practitioner and trainer from Romania, in June 2025.
Completed 40 hours of mentorship with Adrian Stupinean, CME Level 4 practitioner and trainer from Romania, in June 2026.
CME uses dynamic, challenging exercises to support improvements in posture, balance and motor control for babies and children with various developmental conditions. Children are exposed to the natural influence of gravity, with gradual progression towards more distal support.

Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) — Level 1

Trained with Simona de Marchi, Canadian Physiotherapist, CME Level 4 practitioner and trainer.
This training focuses on the use of dynamic exercises, gravity and progressively distal support to develop posture, balance and motor control.

Dynamic Movement Intervention (DMI) — Levels A and B

Trained with Jo-Anne Weltman, Canadian DMI Trainer.
Completed a two-day mentorship with Claudia Rizzo, DMI trainer, in October 2025.
DMI is used by Occupational Therapists and Physiotherapists to support children with gross motor impairments. It aims to improve or provoke a desired movement response, with emphasis on alignment, sensory integration and function, helping children progress towards developmental milestones. DMI is a comprehensive intervention incorporating current research on neurorehabilitation, technologies and methodologies.

Bimanual Therapy — Advanced Bimanual Course

Training with Brian Hoare (Occupational Therapist, CP Teaching).
An evidence-based treatment approach for children with cerebral palsy, including hemiplegic cerebral palsy.

Early Start Denver Model (ESDM)

Introductory and Advanced ESDM training with Jasmine Holland, 2024.
The Early Start Denver Model (ESDM) is a play-based early intervention approach for young children with autism. It brings learning into enjoyable play and everyday routines, with a focus on developing communication, social interaction and other developmental skills. Parents are an integral part of the approach and are supported to use strategies that build connection and create learning opportunities throughout the day.

DIR/Floortime® — Advanced Therapist

Trained in the USA with the Interdisciplinary Council on Developmental and Learning Disorders over three consecutive years: 2005, 2006 and 2007.
DIR/Floortime is a comprehensive, evidence-based approach to guiding intervention for children with autism and similar developmental challenges affecting their ability to interact and communicate with others.

TheraTogs Certification — CTF1

TheraTogs are orthotic undergarments that assist with postural alignment, midline orientation and stability to support muscle activation and motor coordination in children with motor delay.

Further training

Other training Kate has completed includes, but is not limited to:

NDT Typical Child Development Module — 0–12 months, Australian Bobath Neuro-Developmental Therapy Association.
Early Identification and Assessment of Sensory Motor Issues in Young Children — M. Hallway, OTR/L, SWC, C/NDT; NDTA.
CATCH: An Evidence-based Intervention for Children with Hemiplegia — Margo Haynes and Holly Holland; NDTA.
Total Motion Release Tots & Teens — Susan Blum, Physiotherapist and Instructor, USA. Training ongoing.
Essentials of Sensory Integration Assessment: Assessment of Foundational Mechanisms and Praxis — M. Benson, OTR/L; Spiral Foundation.
Infant Development: What’s Essential — NDT/Neuro-Developmental Technique — Kelly Reynolds, PT, and Amanda Tandy, PT; ABNDTA.
Maximizing Neuroplasticity and Minimizing Maladaptive Habits in Infants, Children and Teenagers with Cerebral Palsy — The Key to CP.
Intensive Treatment Model — Pia Stampe, PT; Key to CP.
Posture & Movement: How Does Sensory Integration Fit In? — Gail Ritchie, OTR/L.
Using Gravity to Facilitate Sensory-Motor Development in Infants and Children — Eileen Richter, OTR/L.
Supporting Motor Function Through Play — Kim Barthel, OTR/L.
Decoding Autism: From Understanding Neurobiology to Choosing Intervention Strategies — Kim Barthel, OTR/L.
The Camp Jabiru Symposium: Perspectives on Sensory Modulation and Regulation — What We Know from Science and How This Transforms Our Treatment Approach — T. Stackhouse, MA OTR; S. Lane, PhD OTR; S. Frick, OTR/L; Osten, MS OTR; C. Hui, MS OT; C. Hacker, MS OTR; and Lynette Burke, OTR.
“The Action is in the Interaction” — DIR/Floortime — Kathy Walmsley and Mari Caulfield.
Therapressure© Brushing Protocol, following completion of Sensory Defensiveness — Patricia and Julia Wilbarger.
Therapeutic Listening© — Sheila Frick.
Advanced Therapeutic Listening© / Quickshifts — Sheila Frick.
The Alert Program: How Does Your Engine Run? — a program designed to teach children self-regulation strategies.
The Traffic Jam in My Brain — Genevieve Jereb, OTR.

Intensive therapy

Kate offers intensive therapy programs using Cuevas Medek Exercises (CME) for babies and children who need support with their motor development. Intensives run over one to three weeks, with one to two hours of therapy per day, tailored to the child’s age, tolerance and capacity to participate. Intensive blocks are often repeated quarterly or as needed, with progress reviewed to guide the next stage of therapy.

Other information

Kate is the Team Leader of Quickstepz Paediatric Therapy, an early intervention service established in 2007.
She travelled to Santiago, Chile, to train directly with the creator of CME, Ramón Cuevas.
She travelled to the USA three years in a row to train with the ICDL team in DIR/Floortime early in her career.
Quickstepz programs are tailored to each child’s individual needs and can provide their primary intervention or complement other services.
Therapy options include weekly or twice-weekly sessions, alongside intensive therapy programs.

Carmel M

Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

Bachelor of Applied Science (Occupational Therapy), University of Sydney, 2004.

Certifications

Carmel’s certifications and training include:

Early Start Denver Model — Basic Practitioner Course and Advanced Practitioner Course.
DIRFloortime® Basic Certificate — DIR 201: Promoting Basic Functional Emotional Development.
DIRFloortime® Certificate of Proficiency — DIR 202: Promoting Higher Functional Emotional Development.
“The Action is in the Interaction” — Kathy Walmsley and Mari Caulfield.
“King of Swings” Sensory Processing Course — Alex Lipiccolo.
Respectful Relationship Based Practice — Meg McIntosh and Tara Broughan.
Beyond Behaviour — Mona Delahooke.
Understanding the Why Behind the Behaviour — Georgina Ahrens.
Essentials of Sensory Integration Assessment: Foundational Mechanisms and Praxis — Spiral Foundation.
Decoding Autism — Kim Barthel.
Therapeutic Listening — Sheila Frick.
The Traffic Jam in My Brain — Genevieve Jereb.

Specialties

Supporting children with autism, ADHD and developmental differences.
Understanding sensory needs and supporting emotional regulation.
Helping families understand the reasons behind their child’s responses and behaviours.
Developing connection, engagement and interaction through play.
Working closely with parents to support their child’s development and participation in everyday life.

Other information

Carmel has volunteered as a breastfeeding counsellor with the Australian Breastfeeding Association for 14 years.
She has a particular interest in supporting the bond between parents and their children.
Her gentle, friendly and calm approach helps build positive relationships with the children and families she works with.
She values each child’s individuality and is always striving to learn and develop her skills in Paediatric Occupational Therapy.

Angela M

Occupational Therapist

Qualifications

Bachelor of Occupational Therapy (Honours), University of KwaZulu-Natal.

Certifications

Angela’s certifications and training include:

Ayres Sensory Integration — SAISI and CLASI, including training in the Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT) and Evaluation in Ayres Sensory Integration (EASI).
Tomatis Sound Therapy — Level 1.
Interactive Metronome.
Therapeutic Listening — Vital Links.
Infant Massage Instructor — International Association of Infant Massage.
Introduction to the Assessment and Treatment of Cerebral Palsy — SANDTA.
Understanding the Developmental Levels of DIR — Profectum Foundation.
ICDL Floortime 101.
Toileting for Special Needs Learners in Schools: A Therapist’s Role.
Activities of Daily Living in Neurodivergent Children Using the DIR Floortime Model.
Interoception and Processing Issues in Children.
The Assessment and Treatment of ADHD.
Movement Training for Infants with Developmental Delay.
Infant Feeding — SANDTA.
A Theoretical Look at Reflex Integration.

Specialties

Early intervention for babies and children.
Sensory processing, regulation and attention.
Motor planning, coordination and postural control.
Supporting children with autism, ADHD and developmental delays.
Working with children with cerebral palsy, rare genetic conditions, chromosome disorders, spina bifida and spinal cord injuries.
Developing self-care skills, including toileting.
Collaborating with parents, teachers and other professionals to support children’s learning and participation.

Other information

Angela is originally from South Africa and has moved to Sydney with her husband and two children.
She brings 16 years of experience working with children.
She is passionate about early intervention and building on each child’s strengths.
She is a big believer in family-centred care and working together with parents so that therapy connects with everyday life.

Meet our Music Therapist

Music therapy is “a research-based practice and profession in which music is used to actively support people as they strive to improve their health, functioning and wellbeing” (Australian Music Therapy Association). It is a recognised allied health profession, and AMTA is a member of Allied Health Professions Australia (AHPA).

For children, music therapy is delivered by Registered Music Therapists, who are highly skilled, university-trained musicians. They work alongside children, families, support workers and other health professionals to set goals and track progress. Through singing, song writing, improvisation, music recreation and listening, within a supportive therapeutic relationship, they help children build communication, social, physical, cognitive and emotional skills.

Eudora Low

AMTA Registered Music Therapist

About Eudora

Eudora is an AMTA Registered Music Therapist with more than 30 years’ clinical experience. She provides evidence-based, culturally aware, and goal-directed interventions for children, adolescents and adults with diverse developmental, neurological and psychosocial needs. She has special interests in early intervention for children with complex needs, autism, and children with hearing and visual loss.

Eudora’s experience includes strength-based, person-centred individual and group therapy at diverse settings including multidisciplinary clinics, family-based inclusive early intervention playgroups, and the Westmead Children’s Hospital Rett Syndrome Management Clinic. She enjoys working in collaboration with families, schools and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for the people that she works with.

Eudora is passionate about using music to foster communication and connection, helping people realise their potential. She finds it heartening to watch people discover themselves and the world through music, and has seen remarkable growth and transformation during therapy.

Talk to Kate about your child

A few details are enough to start. Kate will give you a call (or email, if that suits you better) to talk through assessment and next steps.

Phone: 0408 025 507
Email: kate@quickstepz.com.au