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Dr Michael Paterson OBE gives presentations regularly to audiences ranging in size from half a dozen to several hundred.  While using his incredible  experiences to inspire those he speaks to, Michael encourages audiences to feel part of the presentation and can make people feel at ease when asking questions. Michael leaves his audiences with new learning and  a sense of  satisfaction.

 

A clinical psychologist colleague,  John Spector, who has regularly retained Dr Paterson to deliver trainings says,

"He has the ability to engage with an audience in a remarkably effective way using his considerable gifts of communication, his wonderful sense of humour, and a wealth of clinical experience".

Carol Forgash, psychotherapist, author, speaker, and former Board President of EMDR-Humanitarian Assistance Programs (USA) invited Dr Paterson to contribute to a recent  book she edited.  About Michael's ability  as a speaker she says,
 
"His conference presentations are notable for their clarity, as well as for his engaging and informative training style. He is an extremely effective trainer."
 
“Michael is a superb role model for anyone who needs to deliver through adversity.  He is eloquent and articulate but always self effacing.  Listening to Michael is one of life’s most inspiring and humbling experiences.”
 
René Carayol
Business Guru, Writer, Broadcaster
 

Accolades

Michael was the inspirational speaker who set the tone for the whole of Management Month when the theme was ‘Making the most of it’.  He was very open about his own early career when he admits he didn’t make the most of his abilities.  However the power of his message comes through after the tragic incident in which he was involved.  His courage and resolve are an inspiration to us all.  Michael is now involved in helping others to realise the power that lies within us and helps others to confront their fears and phobias.  We had a full audience and Michael kept their attention throughout his talk.  I was delighted with the feedback from the Managers who attended and I am confident that his message was passed on to many others within organisations in N Ireland.
  Stanley Wallace MIC FCMI
Ireland Business Manager
Chartered Management Institute
"I would like to thank you, on behalf of the Planning Committee, for helping to make the Spring Conference such a success. In particular, I would express our appreciation for the time and effort you put into the preparation and presentation of your talk.  Feedback has been very positive and your contribution added to that success.  Many thanks for your valuable contribution to the event."
Robert Thompson
Chairman of the Spring Conference 2010 Planning Committee

To enquire about booking Dr Paterson to speak at your event please click on the Contact Us link below.
 

 

Media Appearances

Article 'Inspiring people are all around us if we look for them'. Published 7 September 2012 Read
BBC One BBC Crimewatch interview - on BBC website from 16 Aug 2012
Interviews on dealing with the past trauma of Northern Ireland and allowing 'victims' to have a voice. Published 19 July 2012 (1) (2)
Interview on 30 April 2012 where I speak about life challenges following trauma and about EMDR, an effective therapy for psychological trauma. Read
Wednesday 18 April 2012 - speaking about my experience of losing two arms and the challenges I faced.  I also talk about EMDR, an effective therapy for psychological trauma.
Sunday 15 April 2012.  Interviewed for an article on post traumatic growth.
Thursday 12 April 2012 - Speaking about post traumatic growth with Prof Stephen Joseph Feature at 33:15
Thursday 12 April 2012 - Speaking about post traumatic growth with Prof Stephen Joseph
Thursday 1 March 2012 - Speaking about psychological trauma in police officers following the death of PC David Rathband
Monday 16 January 2012 - Speaking about response after trauma following the sinking of the cruise ship Costa Concordia

Sunday 22 August 2010 - BBC Radio Ulster 'Seven Days'.  Panel discussion of the week's topical events.

Thursday 27 May 2010 - BBC Newsline.  Interviewed about dental fear and phobias. Watch video

 

Tuesday 20 October 2009 - Interview 'Is Company Failure in Your Head?'

 

 

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