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The Irish Occupational Therapy Podcast

The Irish Occupational Therapy Podcast
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A show that brings you the most up to date information, insights and chat from Occupational Therapy (OT) services across Ireland. This podcast has something for everyone interested in health and wellbeing. Hosted by OTs Jen Trzeciak and Dr Áine O'Dea, you will hear from people in range of areas of service provision, research and education. Get inspired, form connections and find out from experts i... more

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Latest Episodes

Mary McCarron, Director of ConnectNeurotherapy Services, shares her expertise in complex neurological rehabilitation and medical-legal practice. We explore working with individuals with brain injury, neurobehavioural presentations, and the challenges... more

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In this episode, Sharon Leahy shares her extensive experience in neurorehabilitation, from her work in the National Rehabilitation Hospital to her current role with Acquired Brain Injury Ireland in the West of Ireland.

We explore the lifelong impact... more

In this episode, we speak with Ciara Duffy, founder of Enable OT NI, about her journey from NHS neurorehabilitation toprivate practice. Ciara shares powerful insights into working with adults following stroke, brain injury, concussion, and Functional... more

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Dr. Íde O’Shaughnessy shares her journey fromclinical practice to academia, specialising in older person rehabilitation and emergency department care. We discuss the development and evaluation of Frailty Intervention Teams, as well as the evidence su... more

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Recent Guests

Mary McCarron
Director of Connect Neurotherapy Services, expert in neurorehabilitation and medico-legal practice
Connect Neurotherapy Services
Episode: Balancing Risk and Autonomy: Neurorehabilitation and Medico-Legal Practice in Focus
Sharon Leahy
Occupational Therapist specializing in neurorehabilitation and assistive technology
Acquired Brain Injury Ireland
Episode: Small Tech, Big Difference: Assistive Technology After Brain Injury and for Life!
Ciara Duffy
Owner/operator of Enable Occupational Therapy Northern Ireland, experienced OT with neuro rehab expertise
Enable Occupational Therapy NI
Episode: What Matters To You? FND, Concussion and the Power of OT
Íde O'Shaughnessy
Specialist in elderly health and ageing research
University of Limerick, Aging Research Centre
Episode: Dr Íde O' Shaughnessy on Aging, Ageism and Emergency Department Care
Martina Tierney
OT, founder of Seating Matters, author of The Power of OT
Seating Matters
Episode: Innovation, Seating and the Power of OT with Martina Tierney
Jack Kavanagh
Advocate for adaptive technology, entrepreneur, and speaker
Move The Needle (consultancy)
Episode: Adventure, Autonomy and Occupational Possibility with Jack Kavanagh
Rhiannon Crispe
Owner and director of The Lifestyle Movement and advocate for occupation as lifestyle medicine.
The Lifestyle Movement
Episode: Occupation, Identity and the Burn In Model: Rethinking Occupational Therapy with Rhiannon Crispe
Jessica Kennedy
An accomplished occupational therapist and entrepreneur focusing on telehealth services.
My OT & Me, Gabadoo
Episode: OT Meets Tech: Jessica Kennedy on empowering teachers online
Jill Martin
Occupational therapist with extensive experience in mental health and private practice
Purpose People
Episode: Speak Up! Jill Martin on mental health, advocacy and changing the conversation

Hosts

Áine O'Dea
Co-host, licensed Occupational Therapist, connected to the Irish OT community.
Jen Trzeciak
Co-host, Occupational Therapist, educator, and host.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Martina Tierney!

    Great episode with Martina Tierney, I love hearing her talk!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    OT fan 🙌
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Brilliant

    As an independent occupational therapist this has really helped me stay up to date with current affairs occupational therapy wise. Really enjoy listening to such a variety of amazing clinicians. Thoughtful and interesting. Thanks so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    _JustJosephine
    Francea year ago

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Positive impact on staying updated with current OT developments and community connections.
Quality guests with diverse OT specialties provide actionable ideas for practice.
Listeners repeatedly cite practical OT insights relevant to clinical and educational settings.

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#172
Chile/Health & Fitness
Apple Podcasts
#220
Ireland/Health & Fitness

Talking Points

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Balancing Risk and Autonomy: Neurorehabilitation and Medico-Legal Practice in Focus
Q: What advice would you give to OTs entering neurorehabilitation?
Get grounding early through rotations, seek supervision, view competency as a journey, and remember that meaningful occupation supports mental health and recovery, not just physical goals.
Balancing Risk and Autonomy: Neurorehabilitation and Medico-Legal Practice in Focus
Q: How do you balance the client's goals with a medico-legal case?
Therapy remains client-centered and evidence-based, while recognizing the legal team's priorities; therapists must manage expectations, document clearly, and advocate for what the client can achieve, sometimes adjusting goals as litigation evolves.
Balancing Risk and Autonomy: Neurorehabilitation and Medico-Legal Practice in Focus
Q: Mary, can I ask you a real technical question now?
The majority of Mary's caseload involves case managers and legal pathways, with interventions spanning cognition, behavior, ADLs, and complex neurobehavioral presentations, all tailored to the legal context and the client's goals.
What Matters To You? FND, Concussion and the Power of OT
Q: What is the OT role in concussion management, and why is early intervention so important?
The OT role centers on education, fatigue management, sleep strategies, and activity guidelines for return to sport and school, with evidence that early intervention improves outcomes and accelerates return to work or learning.
What Matters To You? FND, Concussion and the Power of OT
Q: Ciara, how did your career path lead you to private practice and your current focus on brain injury and concussion?
Ciara describes starting in NHS trusts with neuro rehab, moving into a lead OT role in a community brain injury team, and eventually establishing Enable OT NI to bring a broader, uninterrupted service that combines hospital and community work, including concussion education and home-based supports.

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This show spotlights occupational therapy practice in Ireland through conversations with practicing OTs, researchers, and educators. Episodes frequently explore burnout, mental health, innovative OT practices, education systems, and the integration of OT into classrooms and private practice. Guests range from Irish and international practitioners to authors and entrepreneurs, often discussing identity, purpose, and practical coaching or leadership strategies. A notable strength is its emphasis on real-world application, cross-border perspectives, and timely topics like telehealth, burnout recovery, and trauma-informed care, making it valuable for clinicians seeking fresh ideas and for colleagues looking to understand OT's broader impact. A ... more

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2. Sharon Leahy
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6. Jack Kavanagh
7. Rhiannon Crispe
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