About

Over the past years, I’ve found my true calling in Counselling and Psychotherapy, practicing in both Cork City and Ballina, Co. Mayo. My journey into this field wasn’t what I initially expected, but life has a way of guiding us where we’re meant to be.

After finishing secondary school in Mayo, I spent over 15 years in Dublin, immersed in the fast-paced world of FMCG retail sales and management. I worked hard, developing leadership skills and building successful sales teams for multinational food and confectionery companies. But something was missing.

In my mid-thirties, I hit a turning point. My own mental health struggles demanded my attention, forcing me to pause and truly reflect on my path. With the support of my GP, I was diagnosed with Major Depressive Disorder (Clinical Depression) and Anxiety in 2010. It was a difficult chapter, but also a deeply transformative one.

Through the care of compassionate counsellors and psychotherapists, I experienced firsthand the power of self-acceptance and kindness. Learning to embrace who I truly am became a turning point—one that led me to a deeper sense of happiness and peace.

As I recovered, my interest in mental health grew. I became more aware of how it shapes every part of our lives, touching people from all walks of life. When I returned to the corporate world, I soon realised that my heart was pulling me in a different direction. I felt a strong desire to understand human nature more deeply, to explore the workings of the mind, and—most importantly—to make a real difference in people’s lives. Volunteering with individuals facing their own struggles only reinforced this calling.

That’s when I knew: this was my path. Helping people through their challenges, empowering them to live fully, and providing a safe space for healing became my purpose. Motivated by this, I pursued and completed a B.Sc (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, becoming a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).
Every step of this journey has brought me closer to where I am today—deeply committed to supporting others as they navigate life’s challenges, just as I once did.

Training and Qualifications

I am a fully trained, qualified, and accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist, holding a Bachelor of Science (Honours) Degree from PCI College (in conjunction with Middlesex University). I am a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).

My post-qualification credentials also include a Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity-Informed Psychotherapy, a Certificate in Psychosexual Therapy, and a Certificate in Relationship and Couples Therapy. To continually deepen my clinical practice, I am currently furthering my studies this year with an Advanced Diploma in Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy.

Neurodiversity-Affirming Practice
A central cornerstone of my work is providing neurodiversity-informed therapy. I work collaboratively with Autistic, ADHD, and other neurodivergent clients (both diagnosed and self-identified). I offer a compassionate, non-pathologising space that honors individual neurotypes, sensory profiles, and communication styles—focusing on unmasking, self-acceptance, and navigating a world designed for neurotypical norms.

Trauma & EMDR Therapy
I have completed Levels 1, 2, and 3 of EMDR Europe Accredited Standard Training, an evidence-based psychotherapy approach designed for processing trauma, adverse life experiences, and nervous-system dysregulation. EMDR supports the brain’s natural capacity to process distressing memories and is particularly effective for difficulties rooted in trauma, including anxiety and relational wounds. I integrate EMDR within a trauma-informed, client-centred framework, ensuring safety, pacing, and stabilization are prioritised throughout the therapeutic process.

Sex, Intimacy & Relationships
Alongside my primary trauma and neuro-affirming practice, I hold specialized certificates and extensive clinical experience working with sex, intimacy, and relationship dynamics. I provide a non-judgmental, sex-positive, and LGBTQ+ affirming space for clients navigating:

  • Sexual Wellbeing & Functioning: Working through sexual anxiety, desire discrepancies, or sexual distress.
  • Kink, Fetish & Consensual Non-Monogamy (CNM): Supporting clients within non-vanilla practices, open relationships, and polyamory with an informed, non-pathologising approach.
  • Fantasies, Chemsex & Men’s Issues: Unpacking shame surrounding fantasies, chemsex/substance-impacted sex, pornography use, and men’s sexual health.

Additionally, I draw upon humanistic and mindfulness-based approaches to support clients through grief, loss, family issues, and personal development—helping individuals build self-esteem, self-confidence, and an authentic sense of self.

Approach

My therapeutic approach is deeply rooted in humanistic, person-centred values, where the strength and safety of our therapeutic relationship is the absolute core of our work together. I believe true healing happens when you feel genuinely seen, heard, and accepted without judgment.

I work integratively, drawing from Attachment Theory, Polyvagal Theory, Complex Trauma frameworks, and Transactional Analysis. This allows me to tailor our therapy to your unique mind, body, and identity:

  • Relational & Person-Centred: Prioritising safety, trust, pacing, and dynamic connection so you feel secure exploring difficult emotions at your own speed.
  • Trauma-Informed & Somatic: Incorporating EMDR and Polyvagal Theory to support nervous-system regulation, helping your body move out of fight-or-flight states and process overwhelming experiences.
  • Neurodiversity-Affirming: Adapting session structure, communication, and processing styles to support your specific neurotype (Autism, ADHD, etc.), creating a non-pathologising space to unmask and thrive.
  • Inclusive, LGBTQ+ Affirming & Sex-Positive: Offering a deeply validating, non-judgmental space for individuals of all genders, sexualities, and relationship backgrounds. Whether navigating straight, LGBTQ+, or diverse relationship dynamics (GSRD), I support you in exploring identity, intimacy, and connection on your own terms.
  • Mindfulness & Grounding: Integrating present-moment awareness tools to help you anchor yourself in the here-and-now, process distress, and unhook from past pain or future anxiety.

Ultimately, I view our work as a collaborative partnership, guided by your goals, grounded in evidence-based practice, and paced to honor your individual system.