About Me
I feels that every person deserves to be treated with Respect, Kindness and Patience. It’s not always easy for a person to approach counselling for the first time and can be overwhelming. It is my belief that when people are given a safe, inviting space where they are listened to intently, understood with no judgement, a trusting therapeutic relationship can develop and the healing process can begin.
Experience
Psychotherapy for 8 years
Since 2008, l have been working in a homeless setting, working with people with complex issues, multiple addictions, emotional trauma, physical and mental health issues.
In completed my Counselling and Psychotherapy Degree in 2015 and have been working in a Counselling Setting since that time.
I began my experience by working in Village Counselling Service, working with vulnerable people a diverse range of mental health issues in the community.
In 2019, l joined up with Dublin Simon Community helping those experiencing Homelessness, Addictions, Trauma, and Suicide Ideation among many other complex issues.
While continuing to work through the Covid-19 Pandemic, l began to see people in Mymind helping those struggling in the situation.
Since then l have moved to the Beacon Therapy Center where l am happy to help anyone that feels they may need some help and support.
l am a fully accredited member of IACP
Approach
Therapy is not a quick fix, it is a journey, for each person that journey is different. When we work together, I provide a safe therapeutic space, with empathy, trust and a non-judgemental environment. It is not my place to judge your choices, thoughts or decisions, it is my role to help you find your way through the challenges you are facing.
I believe in working with the person, not just the symptoms. So, when we work together, we will look at many different aspects of your life. By unravelling the ball of yarn in your head, you can build resilience, confidence and self-esteem.
This provides you with a solid foundation to gain new insights into negative thoughts, and assumptions that may be standing in the way of your quality of life. To learn new skills and tools to empower you in the present and in future hurdles.
I believe there is no ‘one size fits all’ approach to therapy. There will be no set agenda during this process, I follow your lead, you are the one that knows you best. In my work, I use an integrative approach, using several different forms of therapy so that working collaboratively we can find the best outcome for you.
Qualification
I have completed a B.A (Hons.) In Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Certificate in Cognative Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and a Certificate in Choice Theory/Reality Therapy; all with the Irish Institute of Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have received a Certificate for Addictions with Maynooth College. In addition, I am committed to ongoing learning and staying informed about the latest developments in mental health. This allows me to continuously improve my skills and provide you with the best possible care. I attend regular supervision as part of my professional work and adhere to the code of ethics of the IACP.
I have experience working with the following:
Anxiety
Depression
Addiction
Suicide Ideation
Family Issues
Relationship Issues
Loneliness
Bereavement
Post-Traumatic Stress
Self-esteem
General Counselling
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