Gloria qualified as a Clinical Psychologist from Queen's University Belfast in 1992 and is currently employed in the role of Consultant Clinical Psychologist (Head of Learning Disability) within Craigavon and Banbridge Community Health and Social Services Trust.
She has had a long standing interest in Autistic Spectrum Disorders dating back to when she was employed in her previous trust (Homefirst) and when she trained in both TEACCH and ASD diagnosis (through the National Autistic Society).
Following the latter training, she was one of the implementing professionals (along with Community Associate Specialists and Speech and Language Therapists) of the now highly regarded Autism Diagnostic Team in Homefirst.
Within her current role she is highly involved with ASD through Consultation, Diagnosis, Intervention and Training (with both parents and professionals). She also presents training through Autism Northern Ireland's training prospectus and through its various branches.
