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Rachel’s Referral Team
Please note that each member of my referral team acts as an independent therapist, receiving referrals and using the room space here at Somers Psychotherapy. All receipts and documentation will be provided by the independent therapist assigned to you upon request.
Martina Williams
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.ScCouns.Psych. MIACP
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Martina holds a BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College Dublin and a certificate in Perinatal Mental Health from DKIT. Martina began her journey towards becoming a psychotherapist in 2018 and has been working with clients since 2020. She works from a humanistic and integrative perspective and empathetically utilises psychotherapeutic theory, skills of models that best suit the client and their presentation. Martina specialises in female mental health and has a particular passion for maternal mental health. Martina's enhanced studies and experience allow her to work with women experiencing the psychological and emotional stresses that are unique to the female role. Martina has experience with women experiencing anxiety, depression, loss of identity, narcissism, OCD, grief and bereavement, psychological and emotional conditions in the journey to conception, antenatally, postnatally and menopause and matrescence.
Róisín Domican
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.A. Theology & Philosophy, PG DIP Youth & Community, M.A. Counselling & Psychotherapy. MIACP
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Róisín has a background working in education and youth work. She has extensive experience working with young people. She has worked across Europe including, the Lake District, London, Rome & Dublin. She has managed youth services and has trained in the area of Child Protection, delivering training and developing child protection policies. Róisín has a Masters in Counselling & Psychotherapy, a certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Approaches in interpersonal Practice (CBT), she has also completed training in Applied Suicide Intervention, online therapy. She is has a Diploma in Trauma Informed Psychotherapy. Róisín has an integrative and person centered approach, tailoring the therapy to the needs of each individual. She has experience working with a broad range of needs and issues which include trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress and anger. She has a keen interest in the area of resilience and the ability to overcome adversity. As a psychotherapist she is bound by the code of ethics of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), of which she is currently an accredited member.
Kenneth Egan
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST & ADDICTION COUNSELLOR.
BSc.Couns.Psych. MIACP
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Kenneth provides professional counselling in a relaxed environment. This includes counselling in many areas in a person’s life, working with issues such as Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, Stress, Abusive Relationships, Bullying, Grief/Loss and Suicide Prevention. He believes that each person starts where they feel they need to be once the appointment is made. The first step is making that call and deciding to put yourself first, possibly for the first time in your life. He holds a special interest in men's mental health and uses his experience in professional sport and exercise to advocate and support younger people in whatever challenges they face.
Orla Malone
COMPLEMENTARY THERAPY PRACTITIONER
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Orla graduated from the Acupuncture Foundation of Ireland in 2010 with a Diploma in Traditional Chinese Medicine. She qualified as a Certified Applied Biomagnetic Therapy Practitioner with The Institute of Biomagnetic Therapy in November 2022 and as a Reiki Master Practitioner with the Dublin Wellbeing Centre in October 2022. She is currently undergoing Shamanic Practitioner training with The Shamanic and Psychotherapeutic Academy. She has a special interest in working with women’s mental health and has experience working with clients with anxiety and depression, mood swings, irritability, hormonal imbalances, insomnia, digestive issues and many other issues. Her treatments are specifically tailored to the needs of each patient to make sure they receive the approach that works best for them.
Brendan Markey
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.A (Hons) Couns.Psych. MIACP
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Brendan offers a confidential and non judgemental therapeutic support for individuals to overcome problems in life that may be causing distress, anxiety, fear or isolation. He offers the space and help needed to explore the emotional and physical effects of experience and uses this knowledge to support a journey towards finding practical ways to move through difficult times that will work for each person. He is specialised in addiction and works in a sensitive way that respects the individual. He provides his clients with unconditional support, understanding and respect when working together exploring the unique strength and inner wisdom that emerges during the therapeutic process. He is committed to each person every step of their journey and supports the tools necessary to help them achieve a sense of balance, well being and a sense you are following the path that is true to them.
Kit O’Brien
ADDICTION COUNSELLOR
Dip.Couns. BA.Ed., Dip.Sup.Emp. Pre.Acc.ACI
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Kit O’Brien is a qualified addiction counsellor . He holds a Diploma in addiction counselling since 2018 from the Galilee House of Studies, the official training college for addiction studiesand under the patronage of Sr Consillio, Cuan Mhuire addiction care centre for drug and alcohol addiction located in Athy Co Kildare. Kit has facilitated relapse prevention groups for clients with drug and alcohol addiction as part of their transition from post treatment level to semi independent stages of recovery. Kit also meets with clients on a one to one basis encompassing a person centred approach, motivational interviewing and relapse prevention treatment planning to help support them with both drug and alcohol related challenges. He uses his experience in the use of CBT to support clients manage their difficulties and helping people reduce their stress levels, deal with complicated relationships, grief, and create an awareness around the importance of change and how to embrace change in a positive way.
Ann Fitzpatrick
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
MIACP, B.Sc. (Hons) Couns/Psych., Dip.Couns./Psych., Cert in Add.studies., H.Dip in Women’s Studies
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Ann Greta Fitzpatrick is a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist. She works from a person centered approach and is eclectic in her work. She believes the therapeutic relationship is at the core of this work and endeavors to create a safe, non-judgmental space for clients. Ann holds a BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, H.Dip in Womens' Studies from UCD, Cert in Addiction Studies from UCD, and Professional Certificate in Adolescent Studies. Ann also holds qualifications in Art therapy, Sand therapy, Play therapy, and Mindfulness. She has also trained in the Comprehensive Resource Model (CRM) for complex trauma, loss and dissociation. Ann uses this model along with a variety of neurological base calming resources to treat early attachment disruption. Ann works with Adults and has a special interest in working with the transition phase of adolescence to emerging Adult. She is passionate about offering a therapeutic space to try help them make sense of individual experiences of anxiety, depression and various aspects of relational struggle. Ann is available for online therapy also.
Perry Shaw
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
MIACP. B.SC.COUNS.PSYCH.
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Holding a BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI Dublin, Perry is an accredited member of the IACP. Her background is in early years education and also draws on her many years’ experience as a pre-marriage facilitator. She works through a person-centred and integrative approach. Perry works with adults and aims to provide a non-judgemental safe space for the client to explore thoughts and feelings. She believes that every client has the ability to reach their full potential. Her focus is on the unconscious mind, and the link between past experiences and current relationships, thought patterns, emotions and behaviours. She has an interest in supporting people through grief, depression, low self-esteem, stress, anxiety and relationship difficulties. She also volunteers with SOSAD.
Cormac Callaghan
PRE-ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.Psych.Couns.
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Cormac holds a BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and is a Pre-Accredited member of IACP. He has a solid foundation in mental health, and a dedication in understanding and helping individuals navigate the complexities of their emotions and experiences. Cormac's approach is humanistic and integrative and he uses skills and knowledge from CBT, Psychoanalysis, Holistic, Emotion-Focused and Existentialism, creating a warm, safe and welcoming environment where individuals can share their thoughts and feelings without reservation. Cormac holds a keen interest, knowledge and experience in trauma therapy, particularly childhood trauma. Further Interests include areas such as suicidal ideation, general anxiety, social anxiety, intense anxiety, relational issues, depression, loss, and grief. He is interested in exploring the effects of school, work and environmental stress, as well as mistreatment and firmly trust in the power of addressing these factors to promote holistic healing and personal growth.
Amanda Norton
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
PREACCREDITED SUPERVISOR
MIACP, Bsc Hons. Couns. Psych., Dip Couns Psych
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Amanda qualified as a psychotherapist in June 2017. A keen interest in crisis work with self-harming and highly suicidal clients, Amanda is also currently working as a psychotherapist in Pieta House. Amanda's approach is tailor-made to each client's therapeutic needs and requirements. Whilst her techniques are primarily drawn from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, her therapeutic relationship with each client is fundamentally Humanistic, based on trust and confidentiality in a non-judgemental and safe setting. Amanda has experience working with those impacted by relationship issues, suicidal ideation, self-harm, childhood trauma, bereavement, self-esteem, stress, anxiety and general personal issues. Amanda is an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adheres to their codes of Ethics and Practice in her work. She is a qualified supervisor working toward her accreditation.
Niamh Broderick
COUNSELLOR AND ART THERAPIST.
BA. (Hons) Couns/Art Therapy., Pre.Acc. IACP Member, H.Dip in Paed/Neonatal Nursing
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Niamh graduated with an Honours Degree in Integrative Counselling and Art Therapy from Dublin Art Therapy College. She works with a variety of issues including Trauma, Loss, Anxiety, Depression, Emotional regulation, stress and Relationship difficulties. She has extensive experience in supporting families through their experience of paediatric/neonatal critical care, including loss, coming to terms with challenging diagnosis and post-traumatic stress. She also has an interest in supporting health/trauma care workers experiencing secondary stress and burnout. Her approach is primarily a humanistic client-centred one. She works collaboratively with the client in a therapeutic alliance. Using present moment awareness to facilitate process, resolve inner conflict, improve coping mechanisms & resilience and develop a positive empowered sense of self. Niamh believes Art the be a powerful tool in the therapeutic process. Having potential to transcend words that may be difficult to access or vocalise. It can serve as a catalyst for enlightened self-awareness and positive transformations through expression, exploration, reflection and regulation. Art Therapy works with the mind, body and soul to support adults, teens and children to heal both consciously & unconsciously. The use art is optional, and Niamh will be guided by the client and the nature of the therapeutic work as to the suitability of its application.
Eoghan O Connell
PRE-ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.Sc.Psych.Couns.
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Eoghan holds a BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College Dublin. He is a fully qualified Psychotherapist and working towards his accreditation as a member of the IACP. Eoghan studied politics and philosophy In Maynooth University before studying psychotherapy. Eoghan utilizes his training in psychoanalytic theory and philosophy in his therapeutic practice. Eoghan completed his PCI College dissertation by investigating therapeutic methods that best serve clients who self harm. He holds a special interest in this area and has experience working with clients who self-harm, depression, anxiety, panic attacks or feelings of meaninglessness. He has a keen interest in helping clients overcome damaging coping mechanisms and search for a greater understanding of themselves and their search for purpose.
Lisa Kennedy
PLAY THERAPIST
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Lisa Kennedy has had the privilege of working with children for over 15 years. She is a certified Play Therapist with a postgraduate diploma in Play Therapy from Galway University and is currently completing her MA, she also holds a BA (Hons) in Early Education. Lisa is the creator , writer and founder of the "My Mind Really Matters Journals" for children and teenagers. For more than 15 years, she has been the owner and manager of a play-based early years’ service. Lisa is registered with Play Therapy Ireland. Lisa works therapeutically with children, addressing a wide range of issues including anxiety, behavioural challenges, bereavement, family separation, attachment/separation problems, school refusal, and trauma. She has extensive experience with children who have selective mutism and those who are pre-verbal. Lisa believes that using play as an integrative, holistic approach is an excellent intervention, as it is the child's natural and universal language. She understands the importance of providing a safe and confidential space with the appropriate resources, enabling her clients to connect, empower, and inspire themselves. This approach contributes to the development of grounded and well-balanced young people.
Trish Greene
REFLEXOLOGIST
Level 3 Diploma in Reflexology Treatments
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Trish Greene is a qualified Reflexologist holding a level 3 Diploma in Reflexology Treatments. Having suffered from Eczema her entire life, Trish has a strong interest in healing through complementary therapies, in particular Reflexology. Trish believes in the body's ability to heal itself through reflexology having first hand experience through her own journey. She enjoys bringing balance, relaxation and harmony to her clients and seeing the health benefits Reflexology can deliver.
Gemma Brophy
PRE-ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.COUNS.PSYCh, Dip.PR.
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Gemma is a Pre-Accredited Psychotherapist embracing a Humanistic and Integrative therapeutic approach that incorporates the whole person's mind, body, and spirit in their therapeutic sessions. She holds a Diploma in Public Relations from PRII and is a qualified yoga and meditation teacher. Gemma has a lifelong curiosity for studying the connection between the mind and body. She is passionate about creating a warm therapeutic space for clients to explore the challenges they are facing and working with them to find ways of helping them through these challenges.
Charmaine Chiwara
PRE-ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.A.Couns. ICHAS.
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Charmaine is a pre-accredited member of APCP, Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists in Ireland. Having graduated with a BA in Counselling and Youth Studies from the Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences, she is working towards a BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy at IICP College for completion in 2024. Charmaine believes therapy is a space that allows a person to pause and reconnect. She views the space as a pivotal part of achieving a life of authenticity and by providing a space for a person to feel seen and heard is where the journey to authenticity begins as the obtainment of self-awareness provides us with the tools to navigate the uncertainty of life. Charmaine works with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, issues around self-esteem, occupational stress, and relationship issues. She operates under APCP's code of ethics and practice professionally under clinical supervision.
Debbie Flanagan
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.Psych.Couns.
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Debbie graduated with a bachelor degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School in September of 2021. Debbie works from a humanistic and integrative model. Debbie believes in meeting the person where they are on their journey in life and to accompany them on their counselling exploration. Debbie strives to give clients a secure and safe environment which is handled in a non judgemental and empathetic space. Having a background in childcare has given Debbie an unique viewpoint into not only the works of a child but the inner child that may need healing. She works with grief and bereavement, anxiety , depression, relationship issues, stresses and self-esteem issues.
Lisa Kenny
PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.Psych.Couns.
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Lisa is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, accredited by the Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists (APCP). She holds a BSc (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from IICP, along with a Postgraduate Certificate in Addiction Studies (Gambling) from the ICHAS. Lisa’s therapeutic approach is primarily person-centred, with a growing interest in the Integrative approach. She believes in creating a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can openly explore their challenges. By offering support and understanding, Lisa empowers clients to gain deeper insights into their beliefs, strengths, and areas for growth. With experience in supporting individuals through grief, anxiety, and depression, Lisa is dedicated to helping clients navigate their emotional struggles and achieve personal healing and self-awareness. Lisa also volunteers with Saoirse.
Darragh McAdam
ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
B.bus (Honours), BA (Honours) in Counselling and Psychotherapy. MNAPCP
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Darragh specialises in areas of stress management, anxiety, depression and relationship concerns. He operates from an integrative therapeutic point of view and aims to draw upon a broad range of therapeutic techniques to meet a person's needs. Underpinning Darragh's therapeutic philosophy is the belief that the individual has the capacity to alter the direction of their life through self exploration in a safe environment. While working together we may use a solution focused approach to achieving the goal ahead. By incorporating a person centred approach as well as a solution focused approach we will aim to allow change to begin and acceptance of that change to take place. As a psychotherapist Darragh holds true to the belief that the stuck piece the person finds themselves in, will not be permanent as long as a committed effort on behalf of the individual and the therapist is made.
Jessica Staines
PRE-ACCREDITED PSYCHOTHERAPIST
M.Soc.Sc., B.Sc.Integ.Couns.Psych., Cert.Add..
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Jessica holds a BSc in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy from IICP, Dublin. As a fully qualified Counsellor & Psychotherapist working towards accreditation with the IACP, Jessica is passionate about supporting individuals to address mental health challenges, deepen self- awareness and cultivate their personal strengths and resources. She offers clients a confidential, non-judgemental and empathic space and believes that therapeutic relationship is the heart of the work. As no one-size fits all in therapy, Jessica works with clients to tailor-make a therapy experience to meet their individual needs. Jessica supports clients with a wide range of issues including anxiety, chronic pain, depression, family estrangement, grief, low self-esteem, self-harm and suicide ideation. Jessica also has a special interest in supporting neurodivergent clients including those who self-identify and those with formal diagnoses. Jessica also holds a BSocSc (Sociology & Social Policy) and MSocSc (Social Policy) from University College Dublin. She has a Certificate in Community Addiction Studies, Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapeutic Studies, a Professional Certificate in the Therapeutic Use of Mindfulness and a PRII Diploma in Public Relations & Event Management..