Dr. John Donohue
Castlefinn, Co. Donegal,Ireland
Summary
Very experienced Clinical Psychologist spanning 15 years in Physical Health Psychology, in addition to extensive generic adult mental health and (pre qualification) young peoples psychosocial health fields.
Compassionate, solutions-orientated dedicated to providing exceptional care and devising creative treatment plans for patients experiencing debilitating adjustment issues in the context of ill health (both physical and psychological) and its aftermath.
Strong advocate for patient care, committed to helping clients navigate very challenging circumstances and also to representing their difficulties effectively to others involved in their care.
Highly supportive of colleagues within both Psychology Department, hospital, community and hospice teams
Effective Communicator – Open, honest, and genuine. Welcoming of feedback and new ideas. Treating everyone as an individual –Thinks a lot about the work - clinically and systemically. Open to considering any issues, difficulties and successes.
Strong work ethic and commitment to furthering the provision of psychological care across care providers.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Clinical Psychologist
Cancer Care West
Letterkenny, Co. Donegal
03.2019 - Current
- Provide specialist Psycho-oncology interventions for cancer patients and their loved ones - individuals and groups.
- Generate and maintain referral links with Letterkenny University Hospital
- Liaise with hospital staff re the psychological needs of patients
- Collaborate with Specialist Oncology Nurse to provide comprehensive onsite patient care.
- Public promotion of the mission and remit of Cancer Care West
- Monitored multiple databases to keep track of service progress.
- Responsible for creative development and promotion of the service.
- Oversight of daily operations of the service.
- Managed team - overseeing the recruitment, training, and professional growth of employees.
Sessional Senior Clinical Psychologist
Evidence Based Therapy Centre
Galway, Co. Galway
06.2018 - 02.2019
- Provided effective psycho therapeutic interventions including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy and Intensive Short Term Dynamic Therapy to adult aged clients .
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients to appropriate resources.
- Improved outcomes of patients with psychiatric and co-morbid chronic pain conditions.
Clinical Psychologist
Strive Clinic
Galway, Co. Galway
02.2018 - 03.2018
- Developed specialised Physical Health psychology Service
- Developed in-house policies an procedures to ensure safe practice of the clinic
- Conducted therapeutic individual sessions.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
- Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled allied health and medical staff.
Senior Applied Psychologist
Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Dudley, West Midlands, UK
01.2008 - 12.2017
- Provided evidence based psychological interventions for patients suffering from chronic physical health problems, with particular emphasis with patients suffering from oncological and haematological diseases.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
- Connected clients with community services and resource agencies.
- Provided comprehensive case management services, including creating treatment plans and connecting clients and families to appropriate resources.
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other psychological and medical staff members.
- Ran outpatient clinic serving adult and older adult cancer patients.
- Supported patients across the full spectrum of the cancer journey inclusive of palliation and end of life phases
- Led educational seminars and lectures at the local cancer support centre to expand awareness of mental health symptoms and issues.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled medical staff particularly in Multi Disciplinary Meeting contexts.
- Provided clinical supervision to 2 groups of clinical nurse specialist nursing staff.
Trainee Clinical Psychologist
Hereford Primary Care NHS Trust
Hereford, UK
09.2004 - 12.2007
Counselling Service Manager
Base 25
Wolverhampton, UK
04.2003 - 08.2004
- Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment.
- Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
- Ran individual therapy for children age 12 to 18
- Assessed employee performances regularly, providing constructive feedback where necessary for continuous improvement.
- Conducted thorough audits on services provided, maintaining top-quality standards consistently.
- Streamlined service operations by enhancing team collaboration and communication.
- Reviewed operational policies periodically for improvements in efficiency and effectiveness.
- Established clear lines of communication between management and staff, fostering a harmonious working environment.
Assistant Psychologist
South Birmingham Mental Health NHS Trust
Birmingham, UK
05.2002 - 03.2003
- Organised clinical interventions and treatment plans for patients suffering from eating disorders under the supervision of the Principal Psychologist.
- Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment.
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Maintained a caseload of more than 25 patients.
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
- Consulted with and trained highly skilled mental health and medical staff.
Psychological Therapist
South Birmingham Mental Health NHS Trust
Birmingham, UK
11.2000 - 04.2002
- Conducted therapeutic individual and family therapy sessions.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
- Directed family-centred, strengths-based, culturally competent and individualised intakes and assessments.
- Connected clients with community service and resource agencies.
Assistant House-Parent
St Bernard Group Homes
Co. Tipperary, Ireland
11.1999 - 08.2000
- Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment.
- Developed and implemented treatment plans and modified when needed.
- Ran individual therapy sessions for children ages 9 to 11.
- Maintained a caseload of more than 2 children in group home placements.
- Presented case history material to review and discussion with other staff members.
Residential Social Worker Learning Disabilities
Winslow Court
Rowden, Herefordshire, UK
03.1999 - 08.1999
- Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment.
- Led day treatment groups and therapeutic activities to teach functional living skills and address behavioural issues.
Residential Social Worker
The Marlow Child & Family Services
Gloucester, UK
07.1998 - 02.1999
- Observed and monitored client behaviour and responses to treatment.
- Maintained a caseload of more than 1 child in public schools and group home placements.
- Led day treatment groups and therapeutic activities to teach functional living skills and address behavioural issues.
- Developed goal-orientated psychoeducational and activity therapy groups to improve clients’ level of functioning.
Education
Doctorate - Clinical Psychology
University of Coventry
Coventry, UKM.Sc. - Counselling Psychology
University of Wolverhampton
2003
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University College Worcester
Worcester, Uk1998
Associate of Science - BTEC in Civil Engineering
East Ham Community College
East Ham, London1993
Secondary Education Exam -
St Fergal's College
Rathdowney, Co. Laoise, Ireland08.
Skills
- Chartered Psychologist with the Psychology Society of Ireland & Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the British Psychological Society
- Health & Care Professions Registered Psychologist
- HSE 'Statement of Equivalence'
- Skilled in intake interviewing
- Public speaking ability
- Case management proficiency
- Medically associated PTSD experienced
- Multidisciplinary Team Process experienced
- Extensive supervision experience - Counsellor Trainees / Nursing Staff
- Strong interest in 'Short Term Dynamic Psychotherapeutic' Interventions
- Chronic illness management support
References
Upon Request
Publications
'The Mind Matters' (2011). Journey - Leukaemia Care Quarterly Magazine
'Ask the Expert' (2014). Journey - Leukaemia Care Quarterly Magazine Summer Edition
'Ask the Expert' (2014). Journey - Leukaemia Care Quarterly Magazine Winter Edition
Public Presentations
The Psychological Effects of Blood Cancer. Leukaemia Care Patient & Carer Conference 2011
The Psychological Effects of Blood Cancer. Leukaemia Care Presentation to 2012 3rd Year Nursing Cohort. University College Worcester.
The Psychological Effects of Blood Cancer. Leukaemia Care Patient & Carer Conference 2017
Health & Well-Being Presentation - The Psychological Considerations of Cancer Diagnosis - Patient Education Seminar (monthly throughout 2017)
Survivorship Guilt - Speaker to Marie Keating Society - March 2022
Lifestyle Adaptation in the Moving On Programme - Irish Cancer Society in conjunction with Letterkenny University Hospital July 2022
How Men Talk about Cancer - Irish Cancer Society National Conference September 2022
Timeline
Senior Clinical Psychologist
Cancer Care West
03.2019 - Current
Sessional Senior Clinical Psychologist
Evidence Based Therapy Centre
06.2018 - 02.2019
Clinical Psychologist
Strive Clinic
02.2018 - 03.2018
Senior Applied Psychologist
Black Country Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
01.2008 - 12.2017
Trainee Clinical Psychologist
Hereford Primary Care NHS Trust
09.2004 - 12.2007
Counselling Service Manager
Base 25
04.2003 - 08.2004
Assistant Psychologist
South Birmingham Mental Health NHS Trust
05.2002 - 03.2003
Psychological Therapist
South Birmingham Mental Health NHS Trust
11.2000 - 04.2002
Assistant House-Parent
St Bernard Group Homes
11.1999 - 08.2000
Residential Social Worker Learning Disabilities
Winslow Court
03.1999 - 08.1999
Residential Social Worker
The Marlow Child & Family Services
07.1998 - 02.1999
M.Sc. - Counselling Psychology
University of Wolverhampton
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University College Worcester
Associate of Science - BTEC in Civil Engineering
East Ham Community College
Doctorate - Clinical Psychology
University of Coventry
Secondary Education Exam -
St Fergal's College
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