David Quinlan

David Quinlan is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the field of nursing and cognitive behavioral therapy. Since January 1980, David has worked as a nurse specialist in challenging behavior at Cope Foundation, where responsibilities include providing support to clients, families, and staff in developing positive behavior support plans for individuals with intellectual disabilities and autism. Previously, from January 2005 to June 2012, David served as a cognitive behavior therapist at Westgate Foundation Counselling Service, focusing on anxiety, depression, and anger management for young people and adults. David's educational background includes a registered nursing degree in intellectual disability, along with multiple advanced qualifications in cognitive behavior psychotherapy, crisis intervention management, and stress management from various institutions, including University College Cork and the Crisis Prevention Institute.