Workshops & Webinars
Available online and in person in West Cork. All webinars are delivered live with time allocated for questions. All participants will receive a training handout with key concepts and useful resources.
Workshops & Webinars for Schools
- Responding to behaviours that challenge with calm and compassion. Supporting staff to develop their understanding of dysregulated behaviours through a lens of curiosity and compassion
- Strength based approaches in the classroom; Focus on what is strong, not what is wrong. This workshop uses key elements from Positive Psychology and Positive Education.
- You can’t pour from an empty cup: Positive psychology for Staff Wellbeing. This seminar draws on the science of wellbeing to promote staff wellbeing, flourishing and motivation.
Bespoke training for SNA’s and Teachers
SNA training can be delivered during the school day to support CPD for ancillary staff during teacher inservice etc. Training is delivered remotely where possible. A selection of popular topics is outlined below but do get in touch if you have a specific topic that you wish to explore.
Popular webinars include:
- Top Ten strategies for parenting children and teens with ADHD and EF challenges
- Effective Collaborating with Schools and Teachers
- Skills for Success: Strategies to develop a growth mindset
Training for Parent Groups and Parents Associations
If your organisation is involved in advocacy work for families (e.g. Family Carers Ireland, TUSLA) I would be delighted to discuss designing bespoke training on neuro affirmative approaches.
Popular topics include:
- What does the report say: An understanding of standardized testing and professional reports. The focus in on understanding some of the technical language used in reports and using the information from the report in the most effective way.
- Positive Parenting: Strategies to enhance Communication, Connection and Compassion. Building on key principles from Positive Psychology , the focus is on developing clarity of communication, deepening connection and building choice and compassion into everyday life.
About Dr. Clara
Dr. Clara O’Byrne is a Chartered Psychologist, former teacher, and parent with over 25 years of experience working across education, psychology, and disability support. She offers a warm, neurodiversity-affirming approach that empowers young people and families to thrive.
As a popular webinar speaker and trainer, Clara is known for her engaging, compassionate delivery balanced with practical insights. Her research and practice are grounded in positive psychology principles, emphasizing resilience, belonging, and human potential.
