Psycho Therapy and Guidance

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My Approach

I am an Accredited Psychotherapist and Guidance Counsellor working in the West of Ireland.
My approach integrates elements from many different schools of psychotherapy and my therapeutic frameworks include Person Centred, Psychodynamics, CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Mindfulness.

I work online with Individuals, Adolescents, Families and Couples and believe that a safe and supportive connection will lead to positive changes and healing.

I volunteer weekly in Knock Counselling Centre and the Accord Centre in Co Mayo.

Background And Qualifications

My Qualifications include a BSc in Psychology (Open University), Masters in Psychotherapy & Counselling (ICHAS), Diploma in Integrative Adolescent Psychotherapy (Greenane Centre), Professional Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (PCI College) & a Certificate in Person-Centred Counselling (Marriage & Relationships)-Accord-Maynooth University.

120 hour Advanced Online Counselling Certificate.

I am accredited with the Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapist in Ireland (MBR11004).

FAQ's

What Is Psychotherapy & Counselling?
Psychotherapy & Counselling provides a supportive, safe and non-judging relationship with a trained professional you can trust. It’s a space where you can talk about things in your life that you find difficult. Psychotherapy is more than just a chat. It involves us setting realistic, objective and measurable goals to help you cope better in your life. It gives you hope and helps you heal. Our therapeutic relationship is built on the foundations of trust, care, respect and compassion.
Yes, our counselling sessions are confidential with limitations. As a Psychotherapist working under the Code of Ethics of the APCP I discuss our sessions with a Clinical Supervisor. If a client poses serious threat to themselves or others or where a minor or vulnerable person maybe at risk, I am duty bound to consult with the appropriate authorities and or report any concerns. I can also be required to disclose by a court order although this is a rare exception. I can be mandated to report to the Child & Family Agency (TULSA) where child abuse has been disclosed and the alleged perpetrator is identifiable. A contract will be discussed and signed before any therapy commences.

Each individual session runs for 50 minutes for individuals and 90 minutes for Couples. Sessions usually take place once a week or once every fortnight. Short term therapy is usually 10-12 sessions but this varies from one client to another. A review will take place at session 5 to assess how you are doing and to explore any adjustments that may need to take place. Long term therapy is client dependent and will continue as long as you need.

You can email or message using the contact link on the home page. You will receive a link to further information. Following this I will arrange a call to discuss the next steps.

Individuals: 50 mins: 70 euro (Payable via Card or Bank Transfer) Availability
Couples: 60 mins: 120 euro (Payable via Card or Bank Transfer)- Availability

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