Exploring the OT role with people Type 1 Diabetes and other chronic conditions, with Michelle Lowry
This episode focuses on the role of Occupational Therapy in managing chronic health conditions, particularly diabetes. Michelle Lowry shares her personal experience with type 1 diabetes and emphasises...
25 Feb 202431min
From ADHD challenges to triumphs, with Aoife Flynn, The ADHD OT
Aoife received a formal diagnosis of ADHD 10 years after initial suspicions that she may have the condition. Aoife talks about her experience of living with ADHD, how it has influenced her career as a...
18 Feb 202434min
Looking back and looking forward to season 2 with your hosts Jen and Aideen
Aideen and Jen reflect on the first season of the Irish Occupational Therapy Podcast, discussing highlights and learnings. They share their surprise at the positive response and the number of listener...
11 Feb 202427min
Weighing up the options in accessing and working in Occupational Therapy services in Ireland
Jen and Aideen discuss working as an OT in each sector. The security of the public sector compared to the autonomy of the private. The opportunity to specialise in a chosen area in private practice co...
19 Nov 202339min
Meeting Diverse Needs at School: Insight into working with OTs with special needs teacher Sarah Devlin
Today we meet with Sarah Devlin a special needs teacher and member of the senior management team in a Dublin based school. Sarah is an advocate for a universal approach within schools. She provides...
12 Nov 202338min
Debunking the myths and focusing on the positives of Dyspraxia and DCD with Dr Áine O' Dea
Dr. Áine O' Dea, is an Irish Occupational Therapist and an expert in dyspraxia and developmental coordination disorder (DCD). She is also a clinical supervisor and mentor providing support to Occupati...
5 Nov 202332min
Back to Nature: Discovering EcoSensory Therapy with Claire Pemrick and Chris West
Claire and Chris share how immersing their Occupational Therapy practice in nature led to a passion which provided opportunities for change, growth and wellbeing unlike anything a clinic or classroom ...
29 Okt 202334min
Creating Inclusive Spaces: Empowering people with sensory sensitivities with Emma Connolly of 'Flourish and Be'
Today we speak with Emma Connolly, a Clonakilty based Occupational Therapist and founder of 'Flourish and Be' Sensory Inclusive hair salon. Emma recognised the need for an Occupational Therapist's per...
22 Okt 202339min
