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Helen Keller
Eoin O'Sullivan
founder, MANAGING DIRECTOR AND PSYCHOTHERAPIST
My qualification is in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, this means that I am trained as both a counsellor and a psychotherapist. The course I chose, validated by U.C.C. is recognised as meeting the standards of all major professional psychotherapy organisations in Ireland as well as the European Association of Psychotherapy. Having an integrative approach means that I use theory and skills from a number of different therapeutic schools. I have always been interested in people, what motivates them and how their life experiences shape them. Over fifteen years ago I came to a point in my own process when I wanted to understand, more fully, my patterns of behaviour and how my past life experience was shaping how I behaved in the present. This is how my journey into psychotherapy began.
As I explored my own history, with the help of a therapist, I was able to understand and let go of old unconscious patterns that no longer served me. I caught glimpses of a place from where I could make conscious decisions about my life, that took my thoughts and feelings into consideration, that engaged with all the different aspects of my-self, my centre.
My professional work is aimed towards providing a safe non-judgmental setting in which my clients can begin, or continue, their own journey towards their secure centre.
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Barbara Guiney
Deputy clinic Director | COUNSELLOR - Psychotherapist
PRE-ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
As a qualified therapist, I am not here to fix you. My core belief is that there is nothing wrong with people, although many often feel otherwise.
My philosophy comes from exploring what actually happened in a person’s life that after years of pain and hurt they feel broken. I want to hear your story, how does it feel to be you, in your own words.
I have a BA (Hons) Degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy and work from the Mind, Body and Soul perspective. I use an integrative approach, so how I will work with you is tailored to your uniqueness and needs at this particular time in your life.
Counselling is a space where I want clients to feel safe and supported, where they can share their thoughts and feelings, at their own pace, without fear of being judged. I believe that deep down people know the answers they’re seeking, and I can help to uncover them from layers of trauma, conditioning and stuck patterns, so they can embark on their healing journey.
“The real You is greater than any identity you adopt.” – Miguel Ruiz Jr
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Jacqui Elliott
Counsellor - Psychotherapist
ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
As a counsellor, I am passionate about helping people overcome the challenges they face in their lives. I specialise in a person-centered approach, which emphasizes the importance of creating a safe and non-judgmental space where clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences in a supportive environment.
With a background in cognitive-behavioural therapy (CBT), I also assist clients in identifying negative thinking patterns that may be contributing to their problems and teach them new skills to change those patterns.
I believe that truly knowing oneself is the key to making lasting positive change. In my work with clients, I encourage self-reflection and help them identify their strengths and values. I have found that when clients are able to recognize and build on their strengths, they are better equipped to face life’s challenges with confidence.
In addition to my training and experience, I bring a warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental approach to my work with clients. I am committed to helping clients achieve their goals and live healthier, more fulfilling lives.
“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken” – Oscar Wilde
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Briedge McCarney Joyce
Holistic Counsellor and Psychotherapist
I am an accredited member of Irish Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists (IACP) and graduate member of Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). I work in an integrated manner and incorporate various modalities to meet your needs. I have been working in the mental health area for over ten years. I am committed to continuous personal and professional development and attend relevant training and workshops and regular supervision.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can be for anyone seeking support during difficult or challenging periods in their life. The challenges may be due to a recent experience or maybe due to an experience from the past which is impacting present functioning in everyday life. Or there may be no apparent reason for feeling lost in one’s own life’s journey, alone and unable to cope.
Whatever brings you to therapy I provide a safe, non-judgmental space and meet you where you are currently at. It is within this therapeutic relational space you will feel safe to explore, understand and change negative/limiting thoughts/ beliefs/feelings/ behaviours to become more self-aware and develop resilience. True happiness is an inside job!!
The goal of therapy is for you to free yourself and become the real you.
“Just when the caterpillar thought it’s life had ended…. It turned into a butterfly.” – Chang Tzu
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Anita McConnell
COUNSELLOR - Psychotherapist
Life is uncertain and yet it is also a great adventure. To live a life that I love requires skill and courage and this is often acquired through experience. And yet we all get stuck sometimes, perhaps we want to make changes, maybe a new job or career, or a new relationship, or perhaps we want to improve relationships with family, friends, or work colleagues. We all face loss in life, and this can sometimes be difficult for us to come to terms with. We can face the loss of a job or a loved one, a marriage might end, or we face aging or illness. We sometimes need support to help us navigate those tricky times in life, get us through to new phases, and reach our full potential for living.
Counselling and psychotherapy can provide the support needed to allow you to explore your full potential for living a life you love and designed by you. By helping you find the resources within yourself to resolve blocks to your potential such as working with anxiety, stress, depression, and problems with interpersonal relationships.
My qualification is an MSc in integrative counselling and psychotherapy awarded by UCC.
“There is no certainty; there is only adventure” – Roberto Assagioli
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Paul McLoughlin
Systemic Psychotherapist
It is a privilege to be able to sit and work collaboratively with clients, helping them to build on their strengths and resources. Bringing enlightenment to difficult or distressing issues in a respectful way that works to engage, support and promote recovery.
Systemic psychotherapists work in a relational context utilising many modalities. I engage with the challenges that people face, in the context of their significant relationships and their social networks.
I work with children from age 12, adolescents, couples, and individuals.
I am an accredited systemic psychotherapist, by The Family Therapy Association Ireland (FTAI) and registered with the Irish Council for Psychotherapy ICP. I trained on the MSC programme at the Clanwilliam Insititute. My qualification meets all the necessary standards for psychotherapy in Ireland and is also recognised by the European Association of Psychotherapy. I have 20+ years of working as a clinician in physical health, child and adolescent mental health. More recently I completed training in EMDR therapy, which is an evidence-based, recognised treatment for trauma.
“Whatever the ups and downs of detail within our limited experience, the larger whole is primarily beautiful” – Gregory Bateson
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Catríona Mullally
Counsellor - Psychotherapist
ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
My ethos is built on compassion and honoring each individual’s unique experiences and perspectives. I have a deep interest in, and commitment to supporting individuals in accessing their own resources and strengths and in finding a sense of empowerment and resilience.
I am an accredited counsellor psychotherapist by IACP with experience providing support and guidance to individuals facing challenges. With a particular focus on crisis support, self-exploration, self-esteem issues, trauma, grief and loss.
Through a collaborative process, I support clients in exploring and understanding their feelings, beliefs and behaviors, and in developing strategies for moving forward in a way that aligns with their goals and values.
Whether you are seeking support to address a specific issue or simply looking to deepen your understanding of yourself and your patterns, I look forward to supporting you on your journey.
“Everything will be okay in the end, and if it’s not okay, it’s not the end” – John Lennon
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Grace Canavan
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
PRE-ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
We all face challenges at various moments in our lifetime. When challenges arise at times of low resilience, they can feel overwhelming. Seeking professional support is a positive step that can help you to find your way through these difficulties. Therapy also provides a space where you can come to deepen your understanding of yourself which in turn can strengthen your relationships and enhance your life experiences.
I offer a warm, respectful and confidential relationship in a safe, professional setting. Within this space, people can explore their anxieties and embark on the journey towards self-awareness. I use a variety of approaches including psychodynamic, person centred, cognitive behavioural and mindfulness, depending on which is most suitable for you at that time.
I believe that every individual has the ability to heal and my role is to facilitate that process by helping you to explore your inner world and make sense of the challenges you are currently faced with.
I am a professionally qualified counsellor and psychotherapist with a first-class honours degree in Holistic Counselling & Psychotherapy. I have been working in private practice for two years. I am a pre accredited member of IACP.
“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams; who looks inside, awakes.” – Carl Jung.
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Caitlin Rodrigues
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
PRE-ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
My journey towards counselling started when a professional therapist sat with me, simply stayed with me, whilst I worked through my own inner thoughts and difficult life experiences, listening attentively and trying to view the world as I see it. I found this to be a profound experience inspiring me to begin my training so that I might provide that support for others. I hope to be that support for you.
Originally from South Africa, where I graduated with an undergraduate degree in psychological counselling, I have additionally completed an Honors Degree in counselling and psychotherapy from P.C.I. College Ireland. I am delighted to continue my work at Peace Inside as a qualified Counsellor / Psychotherapist having completed my internship here.
Working mainly with a person centred approach, I now sit with clients as we explore their inner selves. Incorporating other modalities, such as cognitive behavioural therapy and providing psycho-education, I utilise a range of resources to support the client to meet their needs. I believe that taking time to build the therapeutic relationship is the most important aspect in counselling, ensuring a safe and non-judgmental environment from which a client can thrive.
“Serenity is not freedom from the storm, but peace within the storm. What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
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Lindsey Treanor
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
PRE-ACCREDITED MEMBER OF IACP
We live in very challenging times and sometimes need somewhere to talk, and someone to listen and care. To be heard can be truly transformational and healing for someone, so providing a non-judgmental, safe space is imperative for the work.
I aim to provide support and care through your journey. I work holistically and I am a firm believer that the Body keeps the score. If we suppress how we truly feel, it can manifest in other ways in the body. Ideally, we want to operate from a centered place of truth, compassion and awareness, and I’m here to help you with that.
My approach is person-centered, and I firmly believe each of us has all the answers we need within ourselves, we just need help and support in getting there.
Whether you have experienced loss, depression, anxiety or maybe you are just curious to understand deeper your inner world and your behaviours. I aim to meet you wherever you are in life and to work at a pace that suits and serves you best.
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Bernadette Furey
Student Therapist
STUDENT AT ICPPD
Life is a journey and we can get pushed off course sometimes after turbulent and painful events we experience. This can cause us to doubt ourselves.
Witnessing the impact of therapy on a loved one in distress inspired me to extend that same care and compassion to others. My own experience in therapy has also given me the space to explore how I navigate life’s challenges, deepening my commitment to supporting others.
Throughout my training, I’ve met remarkable individuals who’ve taught me the value of being authentic. As I train to become an integrative therapist, my goal is to offer clients a safe, non-judgmental space where they feel truly seen and heard, meeting them wherever they are on their journey.
I genuinely believe that each person is unique and that with a listening ear and a helping hand, healing becomes possible. We are often stronger than we realize, and with the right support, we can reconnect with that inner strength.
My hope is to guide others on their path to healing and self-discovery.
“Compassion for others begins with kindness to ourselves” – Pema Chodron
Rory Gilson
Student Therapist
STUDENT AT ICPPD
I see psychotherapy as a space that anyone could benefit from, particularly those who need support in unpacking some of the challenges life can present. It can be a place to better understand ourselves, discover tools to cope, and improve the relationship we have with ourselves.
Having experienced some of the rewards and personal changes this work can promote firsthand, I was moved to begin my training in Holistic counseling and psychotherapy, an approach which considers the mind, body and spirt, and a broad sense of the influences on mental health.
I mean to support clients in a flexible and collaborative way, where any emotion is welcome. I believe we all deserve a space to be totally honest and vulnerable, and I believe in the healing power of acceptance, from both ourselves and others. This will ideally help a client uncover the strength they already possess.
Therapists can receive the honor of walking alongside clients in whatever moment of their lives they currently find themselves in. I hope to do that with my own clients.
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” – Carl Rogers
Shane Moran
Student Therapist
STUDENT AT ICPPD
As a holistic and integrative Psychotherapist I work with the person as a whole. Mind, body, emotions and spirit.
In my training so far, I have been privileged to experience the transformation of people into something a little bit closer to their real selves. A process that can be equally filled with tears of sadness, frustration, laughter and joy. The process of becoming our true selves can be a frightening experience at times.
My own experience of personal therapy firstly gave me the tools to cope with a period of crisis in my life. It then opened up a possibility for me to explore myself, to get to know who I wanted to be, who I had become, and most importantly that I had agency to choose what comes next.
I hope I can support my clients in developing their own powers of healing and developing resources within them to cope with the challenges of every day life.
Personal therapy can be many things to many people. Whatever it is for you, I hope to meet you along the way.
“Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.” – Viktor E. Frankl
Debbie Rowan
Student Therapist
STUDENT AT ICPPD
Life can often feel overwhelming as we navigate the many roles we take on, and it’s all too easy to lose touch with our authentic selves. I deeply appreciate the courage it takes to open up, to be vulnerable, and to seek support during those challenging times.
My belief is that healing is not a destination but an ongoing journey, one that requires both self-compassion and a willingness to explore the unknown parts of ourselves.
Currently pursuing a BA (Hons) in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, I believe that true healing starts through self-awareness and self-
compassion and that we all carry within us the catalyst for change.
My approach is person-centred, meaning that the client sets the pace and direction of the therapeutic process. My focus is on creating a safe and supportive space where the client feels heard, understood, and respected, where we can work together to empower the client to embrace who they are and create space for personal growth and healing. As our therapeutic relationship develops, I may introduce other modalities to further support the client’s journey towards the peace inside.
“Your vision will become clear only when you can look into your own heart. Who looks outside, dreams, who looks inside awakes.” – Carl Jung
Mariana Tavares
Student Therapist
STUDENT MEMBER OF TIVOLI INSTITUTE
It is a part of the human experience to feel lost, stuck, or overwhelmed. Sometimes, therapy is needed to help unravel the tangled threads of our emotions and experiences and weave them into a coherent narrative.
My role with clients is to support them without judgment while identifying the views and patterns that may be harming their lives and relationships. I strive to help clients reach a more grounded understanding of themselves and recognize their potential to adapt and change in the present.
My personal path led to a career reroute, and I am currently completing a Master’s in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (MA) at the Tivoli Institute. I believe deeply in balancing the past and present, guiding clients to uncover unconscious patterns, foster self-awareness, and empower themselves to make more conscious, fulfilling choices in life.
While I ground my work in psychodynamic and existential approaches, I use an integrative model that blends multiple techniques to tailor my support to each client’s unique needs.
“Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” – Viktor E. Frankl
Sinéad Quinn
Student Therapist
STUDENT MEMBER OF TIVOLI INSTITUTE
I have always had a strong desire to understand people and relationships, however, it is through my own experience of the transformative power of psychotherapy that I was drawn to this career. I have been shaped by my personal experience of psychotherapy where I felt held, understood and accepted, which is the intention I have for my clients.
Therapy is an investment in yourself, where you are given dedicated time and space to explore what is troubling you, increase your self-awareness and understand how you are repeating old patterns in the present.
I am in the third year of my Masters in Humanistic & Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy at the Tivoli Institute, having previously completed my undergraduate degree in psychology from NUIG. I work integratively, drawing upon various approaches depending on what, you, as the client need. Trust, respect and acceptance is present in whatever approach is used.
I look forward to meeting you!
“Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed.” – Thich Nhat Hanh
Evie Theodorou
Business Operations, wEBSITE AND Social media management
MEMBER OF CIPD
Although my studies and the beginning of my professional journey started in the area of finance, life and a financial crisis made me redefine my career options and plans. In 2012 I retrained in the tourism and hospitality sector. I enjoyed being in such a diverse environment and playing an integral part in the plans of people as they marked significant occasions in their lives.
In 2019 I qualified from N.U.I.G. with M.Sc in Strategy , Innovation and People Management. In this course I grounded my experience of leadership, team work and strategy in advanced academic theory.
I am excited to bring my experience, skills and training to Peace Inside. Currently, I manage the Peace Inside social media and website. I look forward to playing my part in establishing and growing a best-in-class counselling, psychotherapy and wellbeing service.
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