Psychology with a Sparkle

In this episode, Dr. Dee is joined by Chartered Psychologist and President elect of ‘The Psychological Society of Ireland’ (PSI), Dr. Sarah Cassidy. 
 
Dr. Sarah is the Founder and Director of Smithfield Clinic, where she provides psychoeducational, neurodevelopmental and mental health assessments. Sarah is also Co-Founder & Co-Director of New England Centre for OCD and Anxiety (NECOA) as well as Co-Founder & Co-Director of Maynooth University Research Company -  www.raiseyouriq.com
 
Sarah is a Lecturer in Child, Counselling and Educational Psychology, the Author of many peer reviewed scientific papers, and Co-Author of 2 best selling books. 
 
Dr. Sarah is a peer-reviewed ‘Acceptance and Commitment Therapy’ (ACT) Trainer, and regular Speaker at the Oireachtas about various Disability Rights, Inclusion, and the importance of formalised assessment in directing services and tailoring bespoke interventions. 
 
A late diagnosed member of the neurodivergent community, Dr. Sarah is “an out and out proud autistic, dyspraxic, ADHD-er, who believes passionately in the equitable, collaborative, scientific and compassionate support of humans”. 
 
In this episode Dr. Sarah offers a rich, embodied perspective - both as a professional and someone with lived experience of neurodivergence. She highlights the importance of conscious listening and responding, as well as tailoring environments to effectively accommodate work, education, therapeutic, living and social settings, to support, optimise and normalise the experience of a growing, neurodivergent population.
 
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In this episode, Medical Doctor, Nina Byrnes joins Dr. Dee to chat all things ADHD, stimulant versus non-stimulant medication and diagnosing people effectively at her Generation Health Clinics, in Castleknock and Monkstown, Dublin. Dr. Nina brings her wealth of knowledge, research and experience to the conversation, to discuss the myths, benefits and challenges of having a diagnosis of ADHD, effective treatment and management of ADHD symptoms, the influence of diet and other lifestyle factors, and her bespoke pipeline formulation of a supplement, to effectively support ADHD presentations.

 

With 30 years of medical experience, and postgraduate training in Clinical Psychiatry, Dr. Nina is both founder and practicing Doctor at her Generation Health clinics, where she leads out her team in holistic patient care, and the important interconnectedness of mind, body and spirit.

 

Dr. Nina is the author of 'Your Health Matters' and a regular contributor and commentator across various national media platforms, where similar to this episode, her pragmatic and personable style ensures an informative and hugely relatable experience.

 

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In this episode, Garry Kelly, Founder & Managing Director of GK Media Studios joins Dr Dee. 

With over a decade building GK Media Studios, Garry has led the creation of hundreds of high-quality productions for businesses, charities, cultural organisations, and public bodies across Ireland and Europe. Garry is an active film producer with a growing body of feature film and scripted projects in development - his work deeply rooted in community, regional storytelling, and supporting creative voices outside traditional industry centres.As the host of the ‘Garry Talks’ podcast series, including Garry Talks: Film, Garry interviews filmmakers, creatives, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders about craft, career, and creativity.
In this episode, Garry chats with Dr. Dee about what led him to his multi mission purpose, his words of advice for people starting out in podcasting and general media, up close and personals re film, actors, music, writing & international fame, the dark side of the web & much more. 
 

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In this episode, Head of Program and Service Design at National Learning Network, Rehab Group, Anne Marie McDonnel joined Dr. Dee to discuss how sustaining a stroke in her mid-twenties, changed her career trajectory from working as a Teacher, to entering the disability sector. Since that time, Anne Marie's contagious energy and passionate, enthusiastic approach, have led her to becoming an international ambassador for disability, human rights, equality and inclusion, with her work spanning across Europe and formerly Saudi. 
 
Anne Marie viscerally describes the initial stages of sustaining a stroke and what helped in her recovery journey - from medical to relational and ancillary supports. She and Dr Dee delve into the presenting symptoms and effects experienced post acquired brain injury (ABI) of any description, including stroke, and the frequently hidden internal difficulties which often present for people in the ABI aftermath, after a full physical recovery has seemingly been made. 
 
Anne Marie describes her work with National Learning Network and how it has evolved over the years in serving new and emerging student profiles- from adapting service design and newly changing technologies, to facilitating enhanced person-centredness and enriched student experiences. Anne Marie's work with the European Platform for Rehabilitation, additionally highlights her relentless passion for advocating for diversity, inclusion, equal rights and equal opportunities for all. 
 
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In Episode 10, Online Fitness Coach & Personal Trainer, Laura Burke joins Dr. Dee to chat about all things fitness and mindset related. They delve into the world of exercise, health and fitness, discussing the interconnectedness of mind and body, and the implications of neglecting either one. Laura dissects the world of macros and protein markers, the importance of strength training as we move through life, building exercise around being a busy mum of 2, the benefits of a varied, non-restrictive diet, and the importance of choosing a form of movement we truly enjoy. Laura and Dr Dee's conversation also includes robust research relating to the impact of exercise on mental health, the pros and cons of intermittent fasting, intuitive eating and so much more.

 

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