Orla McClory
Occupational Therapist
DHA Licensed - License No:71166888-002
Orla is a Ulster University graduate from Ireland, Specialist Occupational Therapist registered under the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) in the UK and the Dubai Health Authority (DHA).
She is Also a member of the Royal College of Occupational Therapists (RCOT) and EOTWG (Emirates Occupational Therapy Working Group under Emirates Medical Association).
Orla is certified in Ayres Sensory Integration under ASIwise at Ulster University and DIRFloortime trained.
With almost 10 years of experience, Orla has worked across schools, clinics and community settings in the UK/Ireland and Dubai.
Orla is an expert in supporting neurodivergent children and their families.
She has special experience in supporting autistic, ADHD and neurodivergent kids across all environments,
Orla is deeply passionate about neurodiversity-affirming practice and ensuring that every child's individuality, communication style and strengths are respected., her approach remains aligned with the revolving insights and lived experiences of autistic and neurodivergent people.
She believes emporwering each child through connection, co-regulation, meaningful engagement and of course, fun!
Education
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Bachelor of Honours in Occupational Therapy - Ulster University, Northern Ireland
DIRFloortime Certified
Ayres Sensory Integration (ASI wise Classi at UU)
MACS Leve 1-3 (Upper Limb Management for Children with Cerebral Palsy)
Association
- DHA, HCPC, RCOT & EOTWG
Age Range
2-18 years
Nationality
Irish
Languages
English, Gaeilge
Years of Experience
9 years
Areas of Expertise
Play-Based Therapy, Neuroaffirming care, Sensory Processing and Regulation, Emotional Regulation, Fine and Gross Motor Skills, Classrom Supports, Environmental Assessment, Handwritting and Visual-Motor Integration, Parent and Teacher Collaboration, Specialist Seating and Wheelchair Prescription, Upper Limb Splinting, Experienced with supporting neurodivergent kids and also kids with cerebral palsy, spinal bifida, muscular dystrophy and Down syndrome.