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Speaking & Media

C.J. O'Brien, Founder & Director of O'Brien CMC, speaks to families, educators and professionals about virtual reality training, ACCES-VR, Self-Direction and the path to employment for people with disabilities. Presented at the CSN Virtual Transition Institute (WIHD) and featured on the 2Voices, One Mission Podcast and in The Examiner.

C.J. O'Brien coaching a participant during a virtual reality class at O'Brien CMC in Pleasantville, NY

Talks, Podcasts & Press

Podcast: Exploring Employment Journeys and Finding the Right Path

2Voices, One Mission Podcast, Episode 3 (June 2026). C.J. joins the conversation on ACCES-VR, Self-Direction and finding the right path to employment. Watch the episode below.

Talk: Virtual Reality (VR) Workforce Training

CSN Virtual Transition Institute, hosted by WIHD (January 2025). How immersive VR lets people safely practice real-world skills and try out different paths to learn their interests and strengths. View the session on WIHD's Institute page.

Press: The Examiner

August 2025. The Examiner profiles how O'Brien CMC uses virtual reality to help people build skills for work and everyday life. Read the article.

Invite C.J. to speak

Planning a transition fair, parent night, staff training or conference? C.J. speaks free of charge on virtual reality training, ACCES-VR, Self-Direction and the path to employment. Tell us about your event below and we'll be in touch.

O'Brien CMC

42 Memorial Plaza, Pleasantville, NY 10570

Mon–Fri 8am–6pm · Sat–Sun 9am–4pm

201-528-3254 · clientsupport@obriencmc.com

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