I’m Catherine Mulvihill
I’m a Dyslexia Specialist, Primary Teacher, Consultant & Entrepreneur currently based in Ireland.
I specialise in helping individuals with dyslexia to understand themselves, their challenges and their potential. The workplace can present obstacles but with correct guidance, support & information we can promote an inclusive working environment.
Knowing that dyslexia is hereditary and the need for early intervention, provides us with an opportunity to support the individual and their children prior to formal education and throughout their developmental years. Linking organisations knowledge of dyslexia with education will benefit the generations to come and create a more inclusive and diverse workforce.
Here’s how I came to do what I do.
In 2017 on completed of my Masters in Education I joined the talented team of teachers in one of the 5 reading schools in Ireland. There I developed my awareness, understanding and skillset in how to adapt the environment and teaching methods to support an individual with dyslexia. 1 in every 5 people have dyslexia. It is a spectrum and no two people are the same. We all learn and develop differently. However, the ability to understand, listen and find solutions to problems is a unique skill I possess. Although I remain professional, I do believe in forming bonds and connections with the individual/group.
In 2018 I opened a private after school reading school in Tralee, Co. Kerry providing a structured English intervention to small groups and individual primary school children. In 2020 we moved all classes online. This has allowed us to support families around the country of Ireland and it is hoped further afield in the coming year. We have supported over 120 children in their learning and personal development. English classes, workshops and Health & Wellbeing summer camps were all tailored to the individual child and their needs.
Currently, I am a student on the MA in Applied Linguistics 2022/23 at Mary
Immaculate College with my key focus on understanding language acquisition
and second language acquisition for learners.
Meet Maeve Moriarty
Maeve has over 30 years’ experience in brand, marketing and commercial planning in the tech, banking and sports industries. She has worked in international markets extending from Australia and New Zealand over Asia and through the UK and Ireland.
She has held positions on ‘all sides of the fence’ and as a result has a 360 degree commercial perspective on projects to achieve best outcomes. Along with running her own business, Maeve has worked extensively with sports rights holders, brands and consulting agencies.
A particular interest in greenfield projects has seen her successful participation in business expansion plans both locally and internationally.
Maeve’s expertise has seen her work with an eclectic array of organisations including: Australian Rugby Union; RaboBank; PRO14 Rugby (now URC); Auckland City Council; Gemba Group; Football Australia (National teams and A League); World Rugby; the Asian Football Confederation; and a number of start-up tech/e-learning/ sports-related businesses: CarbonClick, PlayerTEK, Setanta College and Raceix.
Maeve holds the role of Business Development Specialist with The Dyslexia Specialist making her responsible for driving the growth of the business. Her aim is to ensure everyone who needs clear and helpful support with dyslexia knows that The Dyslexia Specialist is here to help.
‘I started working with Catherine at The Dyslexia Specialist after being so inspired by, and impressed with, her skills when she worked with my daughter. The work Catherine did to build my daughter’s confidence and learning skills as well as reassuring me as a mother was invaluable.’
Using the skills she has developed from working locally and internationally in senior commercial and marketing roles, Maeve is eager to bring Catherine’s unique programmes to the world. She believes that The Dyslexia Specialist will help anyone with dyslexia, from kids to adults, in school or in the work place. ‘If you need help with your dyslexia, we are here for you.’