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Empower OT Paediatric Occupational Therapist | Dyslexia Specialist (children and adults) | Educator & Empowerment Advocate with 20+ Years of Experience
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I’m Catriona, a Paediatric Occupational Therapist with over 20 years of experience. I specialise in assessing and supporting children’s fine and gross motor skills, coordination, motor planning, visual perception, reflex integration, attention, sensory processing, executive functioning, and daily living activities. I have a deep passion for helping families, teenagers, and young adults understand their unique sensory systems and develop effective self-regulation strategies. My work has recently extended to supporting university students through the Disability Office at Sligo ATU. Driven by the number of children with dyslexia attending my clinic, I completed a Master’s in Specific Learning Difficulty (Dyslexia), further enhancing my ability to support those with learning challenges.

18/09/2026
06/09/2026

The power of knowing is so important. The relief i see in kids and adults when diagnosised is empowering ❤️

26/07/2026

Looking for somewhere to hang out this summer?

The summer holidays can feel long, so we're delighted to open our Drop-In Room during the week of 10th August, from 11:00am to 3:00pm, for young people aged 12–18 years.

Come along and relax with your friends in a safe, welcoming space. Whether you want to have a chat, grab a drink, chill out, or join in some fun activities, you're welcome to drop in whenever suits you. There's no need to book – just come along!

We look forward to seeing you there!
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Serious count down.....are you ready
08/07/2026

Serious count down.....are you ready

Oh I can so relate to this. It brings me back to my university days and the fact that if I have read something once I ca...
02/07/2026

Oh I can so relate to this. It brings me back to my university days and the fact that if I have read something once I can't read it again. The cognitive demand it took and the inprint it left is enough for me to know it inside out. I need to hightlight and make notes as I read to capture my thoughts.

Do you read slowly, but get fully absorbed in a story? So does Steven Spielberg - and he's one of the world's best storytellers!

Read this brilliant article where he reveals his favourite stories of all time and which book he makes all of his 7 children read! It's based on an interview Steven did with Jack Edwards on TikTok.

Dyslexic thinkers process information differently, which may mean we read more slowly and it takes more energy. But like Steven, many of us are born storytellers, and lots of us access stories in different ways: through audiobooks, via films, through comics and graphic novels.

Tell us how you enjoy stories most in the comments.

Read the full article: https://www.aol.com/lifestyle/steven-spielberg-opens-dyslexia-favorite-210005970.html

02/07/2026

🦸‍♀️ Join us for a Superhero Self-Portrait Art Workshop, where children will trace, paint, collage and create their very own larger-than-life superhero.

📍 Boyle Family Resource Centre
📅 Friday, 24 July

🦸 Ages 5–8: 10am–11am
🦸 Ages 9–12: 12pm–1pm

Led by artist Noelle, with support from local Fine Art students Juste and B, this fun, hands-on workshop is all about creativity, confidence and imagination. No experience needed, just bring your superhero spirit!

🎟️ Spaces are limited. Book now at: https://boylearts.com/event-listing/superhero-self-portrait-workshop/

29/06/2026

🦖 Maia Purposeful Play brings the joy of child-led, open-ended play. Through interactive play sessions, children will have the opportunity to explore, imagine, and engage with resources in ways that are meaningful to them.

Saturday, July 18th
9.30am, 10.45am & 12pm
Abbey Primary School Sportshall
Tickets & information at boylearts.com

These play experiences are designed to spark curiosity, foster creativity, and promote the developmental benefits of play, all while creating a vibrant and enjoyable atmosphere. Recommended for children 1-6 years but older and younger children are very welcome to join in the fun too!

23/06/2026

What an amazing resource.

21/05/2026

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