Occupational Therapist

Jessica Kennedy

As an OT, I’ve seen first-hand how the right strategies can transform not just a child’s learning and confidence, but the wellbeing of whole families and classrooms. My passion is to bridge the gap between clinical expertise and real-life needs, so that parents, teachers, and communities feel supported every step of the way.

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About

Jess Kennedy is the Clinical Director of Gabadoo and an experienced Occupational Therapist with over 13 years in private practice.

She has extensive experience supporting children, young people, families and school teams, with a particular interest in providing practical, strengths-based advice that works in everyday life.

Jess has a strong background in online parent coaching, school consultation, staff training and providing practical strategies and advice to help families and education teams better understand and support a child’s needs.

As Clinical Director, Jess brings a wealth of experience to the Gabadoo team and is passionate about providing holistic, collaborative services that connect home, school and therapy.

Who should book?

Jess is a great first point of contact for new families looking for initial Occupational Therapy support, guidance and practical advice. An online consultation can help make sense of current concerns, identify helpful next steps and explore whether further assessment or intervention may be useful.Jess also carries out a range of assessments, with a particular interest in Dyspraxia/DCD and sensory differences.For schools, Jess supports teams throughout Ireland through school visits, staff training and online consultation, helping staff develop practical, realistic strategies that can be used within the classroom and wider school environment.