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Helplink Mental Health - Galway

Helplink Mental Health - Galway

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1st Floor, The Plaza, Headford Road, GalwayIreland

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Opening hours

Monday09:00 - 21:00
Tuesday09:00 - 21:00
Wednesday09:00 - 21:00
Thursday09:00 - 21:00
Friday09:00 - 21:00
Saturday12:00 - 18:00
Sunday12:00 - 18:00
Prices from €30 - Enquire for a fast quote ★ Excellent ServiceScore™ 8.1 from 109 votes ★ Customer Service Award 2023 ★ 3 verified patient reviews. Visit our Psychotherapist - 1st Floor, The Plaza, Headford Road, Galway, Ireland.

Popular Treatments

Psychotherapist Consultation €30 - €65
CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy €30 - €65

Counselling

Counselling €30 - €65
Play Therapy for Children €45 - €65
Anger Management €30 - €65
Child Psychotherapy €45 - €65
Stress Management €30 - €65
Life Coaching €30 - €65
Art Therapy €45 - €65
OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment €30 - €65
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About Helplink Mental Health - Galway

Helplink Mental Health is a charitable organisation that provides accessible counselling services 7 days a week and out-of-hours for children, young people and adults.

Our counselling/therapy services include:

  • General Counselling
  • Couples Counselling
  • Bereavement Counselling
  • Play Therapy
  • Art Therapy
  • Addiction
  • Youth Counselling
  • Youth Addiction Counselling

General counselling, couples counselling, bereavement counselling, play therapy, art therapy and addiction appointments are provided face-to-face in Galway City and also in Castlebar, Mayo.

We also provide the following counselling services securely online nationwide:

  • General Counselling
  • Couples Counselling
  • Addiction Counselling
  • Bereavement Counselling
  • Youth Counselling
  • Youth Addiction Counselling

Appointment Fees

Discounted Fees: for general, addiction and bereavement counselling appointments the fee is €30; if you are:

  • a full-time (third-level) student
  • a part-time counselling student
  • a part-time worker (working less than 20 hours a week),
  • a single parent
  • in receipt of a social protection payments (e.g. Jobseeker’s Benefit/Allowance, Disability Benefit etc.)

Note 1: you must provide evidence of your status to avail of this fee. Other specialised counselling/therapeutic services fees may vary.

Note 2: For young people (under the age of 18), the appointment fee is determined by which category their parents/caregivers fall into.

Employed Persons Fee: as a non-profit organisation we try to keep the fees for appointments as low as possible. For employed people the cost for a general counselling appointment is €65.

Please ask about the fees for the other types of counselling appointments we offer (e.g. Play Therapy, Art Therapy & Couples Counselling); as these fees vary.

Helplink counsellors are available at times to suit the client - we are open 7 days a week:

  • Monday to Friday from 9 am to 9 pm
  • Saturday/Sunday 12 to 6 pm
  • Closed Christmas/New Year's eve and Bank holidays

All of our counsellors are knowledgeable in many different types of therapeutic techniques. However, in the main sessions we use Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) or other Solution Focused Therapies, as these techniques have been shown, through extensive international research, to work particularly well with both face-to-face and online/phone counselling.

We are not a crisis counselling service if you are in need of urgent mental health care please go to your local GP or A & E.

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Patient reviews

4.4 from 3 verified reviews
28.05.2021
Sharon Glynn, Ireland
( Review verified by phone and email)

The whole experience was so pleasant and the staff are so approachable

5 50 Counselling

I received counselling from HelpLink and I couldn’t recommend them enough. The whole experience was so pleasant and the staff are so approachable. Great to know that they are always there when we need help and some self-care.

01.08.2015
P, Ireland
( Verified user. Review confirmed by phone and email)

A very comfortable experience

5 50 CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy • Paid: €30

I am receiving counselling and CBT for depression. This form of treatment is very important for maintaining a positive outlook in life and to offer some of your time to your mental health. I would recommend this sort of treatment to anyone finding things difficult at home, in a relationship, at work or when they are alone. The value of care at Helplink is great - I am unemployed and I find the price of 30e very reasonable.

So far, things have been very productive. The people at Helplink are great for responding promptly to any questions or requests you have.
The offices themselves are very warm and inviting, easily accessed with a lift in the lobby. The counsellors are highly trained and make sharing one's problems a very comfortable experience.

Thanks P for taking the time to review us. We are delighted you are having such a good experience with us.

Ms Helplink Admin
Ms Helplink Admin
12.08.2014
Charlene, Ireland
( Verified user. Review confirmed by email)

Pleased with my treatment

3.2 50 Art Therapy • Paid: €50

I was pleased with my treatment. It is a really interesting form of therapy that resonates with me as I have always loved to draw since I was a child.

Thank you very much for your kind words.

Ms Helplink Admin
Ms Helplink Admin

Accreditations

  • IAHIP - Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (Ireland) 
  • IACP - Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (Ireland) 
  • ICP - Irish Council for Psychotherapy (Ireland) 
  • APCP - Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists in Ireland (Ireland) 
  • IAAAC - Irish Association of Alcohol and Addiction Counsellors (Ireland) 
  • MII - Mediator's Institute of Ireland (Ireland) 
  • BACP - British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (UK) 

Premises

Parking - On street in Black Box parking lot or one beside it, across the road from our building (Argos and Lidl downstairs), also parking available in Woodquay.Accessible to disabled peoplePublic transport accessWheelchair accessible toiletAccess without stepsDisabled parkingPatient bathroomOn-site pharmacy - .

Clinic services

Open weekends

Travel services

International travel - You can use our online services anywhere in the world. So it is ideal if you want to engage in counselling but need to travel and want to keep the therapeutic process up.

Psychotherapy

€30 - €65

Anger Management

Anger management counselling by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€45 - €65

Art Therapy

Art Therapy - Helplink Mental Health - Galway

Art Therapy from our fully qualified and accredited art therapist is available by appointment in Galway & Mayo for 50 Euro per appointment.

Art therapy is the use of art materials for self expression and reflection in the presence of a qualified art therapist. Art therapy is a unique process, combining creativity and psychotherapy for growth, awareness and healing. It is done in a supportive, non-judgmental environment.

€30 - €65

Bereavement Counselling

Bereavement counselling in Helplink is provided by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists. We also have a specialist counsellor with additional training in complicated grief therapy (Teresa Burns - see staff profiles).

Online counselling available nationwide, face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Discounted appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

CBT - Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT counselling appointments by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€45 - €65

Child Psychotherapy

Play Therapy in  Galway with Helplink is for children aged 3 to 10 years old. For young children aged 11-15, we offer our Creative Therapy service and a Youth Counselling service. 

Furthermore, we provide art therapy Art therapy is the use of art materials for self expression and reflection in the presence of a qualified art therapist. Art therapy is a unique process, combining creativity and psychotherapy for growth, awareness and healing. 
Counselling
€45 - €65

Play Therapy for Children

Play Therapy with Helplink is for children aged 3 to 10 years old and our Creative Therapy  service is for young people aged 11 to 15. These forms of therapy allow children and young people the time and space to work out what may be troubling them and also to express their feelings through their most natural method of communication – PLAY!

In our Galway Play Therapy and Creative Therapy service appointments are 45 minutes long, they are non-directive and non-investigative in nature, whereby the child/young person leads the sessions and the therapist follows. The room holds the play/creative therapy ‘tool kit’ which includes sand, clay, puppets, role play, art materials, therapeutic stories, creative visualisations and music/movement.

€30 - €65

Counselling

General counselling appointments by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€60 - €80

Couples Therapy

Our specialised Couples Counsellors are available by appointment only. The fee for this service is 65 euro or 60 euro with a GP referral by email or letter. appointments are available 7 days a week online nationwide and beyond and face-to-face in Galway City.

€30 - €65

Life Coaching

General Counselling and Life Coaching appointments available provided by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

OCD - Obsessive Compulsive Disorder Treatment

General counselling appointments by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Treatment

General counselling appointments by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

Psychotherapist Consultation

General counselling / psychotherapy appointments by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

Treatment for Depression

General counselling appointments for depression provided by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

General Practice

€30 - €65

Alcoholism Treatment

Adult Addiction Counselling and Youth Addiction Counselling Service in Galway and online nationwide

Addictions allow people a temporary dangerous escape from their problems, and can develop quickly or over time from many activities such as  alcohol, drugs, eating, gambling, shopping, sex and misuse of the internet.

Helplink’s Addiction Counselling Service – a specialised, professional addiction counselling service provided by qualified, Garda vetted and fully accredited professional addiction counsellors, in a safe and caring environment; addiction counselling is also available online nationwide.

FEES
:

If you are a Full-Time (Post Secondary) 
Student
 
(part-time counselling student), 
Single Parent
 
or 
Unemployed
 and in receipt of a social protection payment (e.g. Jobseeker’s Benefit/Allowance, Disability Benefit, Illness Benefit), one appointment costs
  
30
One standard appointment for employed people costs
 
60

€30 - €65

Drug Addiction Treatment

Adult Addiction Counselling and Youth Addiction Counselling Service in Galway and online nationwide

Addictions allow people a temporary dangerous escape from their problems, and can develop quickly or over time from many activities such as  alcohol, drugs, eating, gambling, shopping, sex and misuse of the internet.

Helplink’s Addiction Counselling Service – a specialised, professional addiction counselling service provided by qualified, Garda vetted and fully accredited professional addiction counsellors, in a safe and caring environment; addiction counselling is also available online nationwide.

FEES
:

If you are a Full-Time (Post Secondary) 
Student
 
(part-time counselling student), 
Single Parent
 
or 
Unemployed
 and in receipt of a social protection payment (e.g. Jobseeker’s Benefit/Allowance, Disability Benefit, Illness Benefit), one appointment costs  
30. 
One standard appointment for employed people costs 
60

€30 - €65

Mental Health Consultation

Mental health consultations/appointments provided by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

€30 - €65

Stress Management

Stress management counselling appointments provided by qualified, supervised, Garda vetted, Counsellors/Therapists.

Appointments available 7 days a week & out-of-hours: Mon to Fri 9 am to 9 pm and Sat/Sun 12 to 6 pm.

Online counselling available nationwide or face-to-face counselling available in Galway City. 

Counselling appointments start as low as 30 euro for full-time students (part-time counselling students also), single parents, senior citizens and for people on full-time social protection payments.

For employed people appointments cost: 50 euro or 45 with a GP referral (by email or letter).

Helplink Mental Health - Galway - 1st Floor, The Plaza, Headford Road, Galway,

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 Michelle McCauley-Lee - Counsellor at Helplink Mental Health - Galway

Ms Michelle McCauley-Lee

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Specialisations:
  Counselling
Languages:
  English
Biography:

Michelle holds a B.A. degree in Counselling Skills and Psychotherapy Studies from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS) as well as a B.A. in Sociological and Political Studies and Economics (N.U.I. Galway). She is an accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP). Michelle has experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples and is also a workshop facilitator for Helplink.

Ms Marie Dempsey

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Marie is a qualified psychotherapist with a BA (Hons) in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy (ICPPD) working towards accreditation with IACP, and also holds a SPA Level 8 Certificate in Mental Health Recovery. She has over 15 years experience working in mental health in the community. Marie works in support of and alongside individuals at points in their life when clarity and change are required, with clients aged 18+. She does through the facilitation of a safe and confidential space to navigate issues such grief, anxiety, relationship and family issues. She will help you identify and cultivate your own internal and external resources that support you as you make sustainable changes to move forward. Marie works primarily in an humanistic and integrative way, which means a holistic and individual to each person approach. This facilitates models and techniques from several therapeutic approaches, which vary depending on the unique to each person needs and goals, where the work is rooted in the person centred, holding the belief that each person is the expert in their own life and healing.

Concillia Jackson

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Concillia is a pre-accredited member of the National Association of Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy. She holds an M.A. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences, along with a B.A. (Psych) from NUIG and Diplomas in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Counselling Psychology. She is currently undertaking a post-grad Diploma in Integrative Adolescent Psychotherapy. Concillia practises as an integrative therapist, working alongside the client to find the best approach for their needs.

Aoife Jennings

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Aoife holds a MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy (First Class Honours) from the Irish College of Humanities and Applies Sciences in Limerick. She has also completed level 7 modules in Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Skills and Practices, Theoretical Perspectives in Counselling and Psychotherapy and Theoretical Perspectives in Therapeutic Engagement in Practice. Aoife works as both a counsellor and radiation therapist separately and has a particular interest in the psychological impact of a cancer diagnosis and its treatment on the individual or their loved ones. Aoife’s MA dissertation focused on the psychosexual experiences of women following pelvic radiotherapy and is interested in the role of fear and anxiety in sexual wellbeing within this context and outside of it. Aoife has completed workshops in inner child techniques and has completed ASIST training for suicide intervention. Aoife is a pre-accredited integrative therapist with a broad range of knowledge of theories and techniques that are used to tailor an approach to suit the individual client. Aoife welcomes all client issues. Is féidir le hAoife seirbhís iomlán a chur ar fáil trí mheán na Gaeilge.

Ms Louise Creamer

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Louise holds a MA in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS) as well as a B.A. in Applied Social Studies and Social Care (Waterford Institute of Technology). She is a pre-accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP). Louise has over 10 years’ experience working in the social care field as a social care manager. She specialises in working with young people leaving the care system and people at risk of becoming homeless. She has supported children, adolescents and adults who have experienced challenges in their lives. Louise adopts a Trauma Informed and CBT approach with her clients.

Mr Liam O'Grady - Counsellor at Helplink Mental Health - Galway

Mr Liam O'Grady

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:
Liam holds a level 8 B.A. (Hons) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Science (ICHAS) since 2017 and a B. Comm. Degree from NUIG since 1989. Since 2016, he has completed over 500 hours of training in HSE-audited addiction group therapy, psychoeducational modules and individual counselling at Saoirse Addiction Treatment Centre, Limerick. He became an accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists (APCP) in 2019 and joined Helplink in June 2019.

Ms Anne Cahill

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:
Anne is a graduate of St Nicholas Montessori College Ireland & has many years experience working with children. She holds a primary degree in Education & Training (NUI, Galway) along with a Post Graduate Diploma in Practice Based Play Therapy, awarded by NUI Galway & the Academy of Play & Child Psychotherapy (QQI Level 9). Anne is a member of Play Therapy Ireland & her work is guided by Play Therapy International’s Ethical Framework. Anne is supervised, insured & Garda Vetted.

Ms Karel Daly

Biography:
Karel qualified as a Play Therapist and Psychotherapist from the Children’s Therapy Centre (CTC) (Diploma in Play Therapy & Psychotherapy) in 2011. She is a accredited member of the Irish Association of Play Therapy and Psychotherapy (IAPTP). In the last seven years she has been working in her own private practice with children and teenagers with various challenges. Karel’s experience includes working with children with Autism, Anxiety, Behavioural problems and children who have experienced trauma, abuse, bereavement and loss. She also has extensive experience in dyad work with parents and children. In addition this this she has completed a two year programme in Systematic Constellation Therapy, incorporating the traditional teachings of Bert Hellinger. Karel has also completed the Principles of Art Therapy Certificate with CTC.

Ms Emma Tynan

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:
Emma holds a MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish Counselling of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS) and is currently pre-accredited with the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP). She also holds a BSc (hons) in General Nursing. While working in a DEIS (Delivering Equality of Opportunity in Schools) school, Emma gained experience counselling adolescents. Emma provides an integrative style of counselling that focuses on the individual needs of each client.

Emer Garvey

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Emer 

holds a MA Degree in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Institute of Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy (IICP) and a Post-graduate Diploma in Adult Guidance and Counselling from National University of Ireland Maynooth (NUIM). Emer is a member of the Irish Institute of Guidance Counsellors (IGC) and is currently pre-accredited with the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). Emer adopts a person-centred and integrative approach to counselling which focuses on the individual needs of each client.

Ms Cliodhna Hartigan

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Clíodhna has years of experience working with children in both therapeutic and educational settings. Having worked in the early years sector for several years, Clíodhna has a keen interest in early intervention and understands the importance of using a child’s language ‘play’ within the therapy process. She is a member of Play Therapy Ireland and Play Therapy International, and she adheres to strict codes of practice including carrying out clinical supervision and continuing her professional development. She is Garda Vetted, insured with the Psychologist Protection Society, and noted on the register of Play and Creative Arts Therapists. She has a bachelor’s degree in arts with Children Studies from NUI Galway. She is a certified Play Therapist and holds a Post Graduate Diploma in Practice Based Play Therapy and a Post Graduate Certificate in Therapeutic play skills both awarded by NUI Galway and the Academy of Play and Psychotherapy (QQI Level 9). Clíodhna has received a certificate in Creative Clinical Supervision awarded by Leeds Beckett University and supports both training and qualified play therapists in their work with children in the West of Ireland. She is available for Play therapy appointments for children with a range of difficulties aged 3-12

Kathryn Kelly

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Kathryn Kelly M.A., is a fully accredited and experienced art psychotherapist. She is an Honours graduate of the Master’s Degree in Art Therapy at CIT and holds a B.A.Hons Degree in Fine Art from GMIT. Kathryn has worked with children, young people and adults in a range of art therapy settings, including palliative care, disability and chronic illness support. She has an extensive background in visual arts, art education and community art. She is a professional member of IACAT, the Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists and adheres to its regulatory code of ethics. Kathryn uses a client centred approach, combining art making and psychotherapy to explore difficult issues and encourage personal development in a safe therapeutic space. Art therapy can be beneficial in helping with anxiety, depression, stress, bereavement, self-acceptance and many other issues.

Alexandra Monaghan

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Alexandra 

qualified with an MA in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy in 2022, from ICHAS and is a pre-accredited psychotherapist with APCP. Her primary degree is a BA (hons) in Early Childhood Studies and she also holds a Higher Certificate in Psychology. She is currently studying with IICP working towards a post graduate diploma in Integrative Psychotherapy with children & adolescents. She works from a compassionate, reflective, holistic framework which incorporates ‘New wave CBT’ methods.

Mary O'Connor

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Mary holds a MA in Counselling & Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied sciences (ICHAS) as well as a BA (Hons) in Psychology from the National University of Galway (NUIG). She is a pre-accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapist (APCP). Mary has six years of experience advocating and working with victims of crime and has worked with people from various diverse backgrounds and age groups. She adopts an integrative approach when working with clients using a combination of therapeutic approaches such as humanistic-existential, cognitive behavioural, psychodynamics, and compassion-focused therapies. Mary works from a collaborative, strengths-based approach, assisting and supporting clients to be the author of their own lives. She has experience working with clients experiencing anxiety & social anxiety, stress, depression, Identity, LGBTI+ issues, trauma, and more.

Lisa Ryan

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Lisa holds a BA (honours) in Counselling Skills and Psychotherapy Studies from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied sciences (ICHAS). She is an accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP). She has several years experience working in mental health charities providing counselling. She works with all age groups from 16+.

She will support you in developing and enhancing your coping skills with the ultimate aim of enhancing your mental wellbeing. Lisa will provide a safe and non-judgmental space for you to work through any issues you may need support with. Lisa works with an integrative approach which means she will use various approaches depending on your needs. Mostly using cognitive behavioural therapy and person centred therapy and sometimes using mindfulness techniques or psycho-educational tools where beneficial.

Ronan Devaney

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Ronan qualified as a counsellor from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS) in Limerick in 2022.  He also recently completed a Post Graduate Certificate in Gambling studies and Addiction Recovery at ICHAS. He is a fully accredited member of the Addiction Counsellors of Ireland. Ronan is involved in his local community on various committees, organising fundraising.

Geraldine Donnelly

Job Title:
  Counsellor

Eva-Maria Dunne

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Eva-Maria is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and is a graduate of PCI College Dublin and Middlesex University, with an honours Bachelor of Science in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Level 8). Eva-Maria also holds a diploma in Addiction Counselling and has worked as an addiction therapist for Cuan Mhuire. She has many years of experience working with adolescents in an educational setting and has over 15 years experience of volunteering with youth groups. She is currently undergoing her Master’s degree in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy. Eva-Maria also holds a Certificate in Problem Gambling Addiction from Munster Technical University. She is an integrative therapist practicing different theories suited to each individual need, she is solution focused and person-centred. Eva-Maria also holds a qualification in training and development. Eva-Maria is an avid athlete, with three world titles in kettlebell sport and coaches youth groups in the sport.

Ciara Foley

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Ciara holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy (Integrative Modalities) from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS). She also holds a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Psychology & Sociology, a QQI level 5 Certificate in Psychology and Counselling, a QQI Level 6 Certificate in Essential Counselling Skills, and a Professional Diploma in Coaching and Mentoring. She is pre-accredited with National Association for Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy (NAPCP). Ciara’s therapeutic style is integrative which is completely tailored to the client’s needs and goals. Ciara has worked with long-term clients, and short-term clients and feels that her experience as a coach compliments her work as a counsellor.

Natalie Kavanagh

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Natalie holds an MA (1st class) in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences (ICHAS) and is an accredited member of the National Association for Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy (NAPCP) and The Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). She provides person-centred counselling and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) to long- and short-term clients, both adults and adolescents and tailors her services to meet their needs. Natalie has engaged with a varied client base on issues including anxiety and depression, chronic stress, grief and loss, low self-esteem, suicidal ideation, and sleep disorders. She has also completed a placement at Ireland’s National Rehabilitation Hospital and has a particular interest in working with those in recovery following injury or trauma. Recently Natalie received a Professional Certificate in Couples Counselling from PCI College and is one of Helplink’s online couple counsellors. Natalie has also completed the course ‘An Introduction to the Integrative Perinatal Counselling Model’.

Petrova Mulvey

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Petrova holds a Higher Diploma in Marriage and Relationship counselling from St. Patricks College Maynooth and has been working as a couples and relationships counsellor for many years. Petrova’s experience includes working with domestic violence, sexual abuse, trauma & PTSD, bereavement, infidelity and addiction. Petrova is pre-accredited with NAPCP. She uses a person centred and often integrative approach tailored to suit the clients needs. Petrova will provide an empathic, compassionate safe space for clients to explore their boundaries, needs and goals.

Mr Mark Istomin

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Mark is a pre-accredited member of the National Association of Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy. He holds an M.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences, M.A. in Psychology from University of Limerick, along with a B.A. (Psychology) from NUIG. He works from a person-centred and CBT perspective in a collaborative manner. Mark’s approach to therapy is based in the belief that each individual has within them the potential for healthy development and growth, where each of us is the expert in our own lives. Mark believes that developing self-awareness and greater understanding can facilitate growth, uncover strengths and lead to a more fulfilling future. He has worked with a wide range of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, personal development, self-esteem, stress, isolation, sleep dis-regulation.

Mark Istomin

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Mark is a pre-accredited member of the National Association of Professional Counselling and Psychotherapy. He holds an M.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences, M.A. in Psychology from University of Limerick, along with a B.A. (Psychology) from NUIG. He works from a person-centred and CBT perspective in a collaborative manner. Mark’s approach to therapy is based in the belief that each individual has within them the potential for healthy development and growth, where each of us is the expert in our own lives. Mark believes that developing self-awareness and greater understanding can facilitate growth, uncover strengths and lead to a more fulfilling future. He has worked with a wide range of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety, depression, personal development, self-esteem, stress, isolation, sleep dis-regulation.

Gary McCready

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Gary holds a BA in Counselling & Psychotherapy with Addiction Studies, a BA Level 8 in Counselling & Psychotherapy (First Class Honours), and a Level 9 Certificate in Addiction Studies (Gambling), all from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences in Limerick. He is a fully accredited member of the National Association for Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy (NAPCP), and a pre-accredited member of the Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (ACI). Gary works on our Gambling & Gaming Addiction Program.

Alanna Hennigan

Job Title:
  Counsellor
Biography:

Alanna is a BA (Hons) student in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy with the International College for Personal and Professional Development (ICPPD). Alanna holds a BSc (Hons) in Business with Psychology from University of Ulster and a Diploma in Professional Practice, also from University of Ulster. Alanna offers a safe, compassionate, space where she utilises a person-centred approach, incorporating other therapeutic modalities where best suited to the needs of, and compatibility with, each individual client. Alanna has lived experience of working and living abroad in the Middle East and North America and has a keen interest in yoga, breathwork and mindfulness.

Tracey Halloran

Biography:

Tracey graduated from Robert Gordon University with an an MSc in Applied Psychology and is currently completing an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy with ICHAS. She has worked in a range of mental health settings – driven by her passion to understand and help the most vulnerable people in society. She had the opportunity to do just that when she worked as an Area Coordinator for Grow Mental Health, which involved the facilitation of peer support groups for people with a range of mental health disorders. Promoting self-care, self-compassion and self-confidence in members was a major focus in this position. Prior to this, she supported autistic adults to integrate into the community as Social Care Worker for Western Care Association. This position also involved coordinating and supporting family members who were often overwhelmed. Tracey currently works as a Regional Manager for MOVE (Men Overcoming Violent Emotions) Ireland. She is responsible for coordinating teams to deliver a behavioural intervention programme for domestic abuse and support work for victims, as well as providing 1:1 support to clients. Tracey adopts an integrative approach to her clients, incorporating a range of psychotherapeutic modalities- from CBT to psychodynamic – to suit the needs of each individual.

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