20062024

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Research Interests

Applied developmental psychology; Attachment theory and practice; Supported employment for people with disability;Clinical supervision; Sexual Abuse; PTSD;

Teaching Interests

I currently teach in the area of mental health management; attachment and relationship factors in clinical formulation; youth offending; and trauma.                      

Biography

I have been practising as a clinical psychologist for twenty eight years with my current practice oriented towards adult mental health, clinical supervision, sexual trauma, and offending in youth and adult populations.

My current research is focused on exploring causes of sexual abuse from a qualitative perspective as well as understanding the factors that contribute to the profiles of youth offenders.

Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals

In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):

  • SDG 3 - Good Health and Well-being
  • SDG 4 - Quality Education
  • SDG 5 - Gender Equality
  • SDG 10 - Reduced Inequalities
  • SDG 16 - Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions

Education/Academic qualification

PhD, DPsych, Queens University

Award Date: 1 Jan 1996

Bachelor, B.A., Queens University

Award Date: 1 Jan 1991

External positions

Head of Department, University of Limerick

22 Aug 2012 → …

Director of Doctoral Programme in Clinical Psychology, University of Limerick

18 Apr 2005 → …

Director of Training & Accreditation, Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI)

1 Jan 2002 → …

Senior Clinical Psychologist, Brothers of Charity Services

1 Feb 2001 → …

Clinical Psychologist, Mid Western Health Board

1 Jul 1998 → …

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