She is trained in CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) and DBT (dialectic behavioural therapy) which are useful therapy modalities which can support a range of difficulties when a person is struggling with their mental health. She has worked as a social worker in adult mental health for the past 19 years and has previous experience working with children in care.  She is a member of Family Therapy association of Ireland (FTAI) and professional body CORU, regulator for Health & Social Care Professionals.

A Systemic Psychotherapist works with individuals, couples, and families in the context of their relationships. The therapist helps to identify patterns of communication, explore new ways of communicating and creates space to explore worries and emotions. Sessions are client-led, and the aim is to engage in meaningful conversations that offer the individual, couple, or family different ways to view the difficulties they are experiencing and create new meaning for their relationships.

People sometimes may come alone to psychotherapy session. In other cases couples or families come to therapy. Systemic Psychotherapy helps to:

·       Improve family communication, enhancement ofmutual understanding and emotional support among family members.

·       Provide ways to explore ways of understanding aperson’s mental health and family related issues.

·       Development of coping skills and problem solvingstrategies.

·       Identify ways to rebuild communication withinrelationships when they have broken down.

What type of issues can Systemic Psychotherapy support?

·       Couple relationship issues

·       Parental Seperation & Divorce

·       Mental Health difficulties

·       Alcohol and other substance misuse

·       Family life cycle and transitional stages oflife

·       Psychosexual difficulties

·       School and work related problems

·       Loss and bereavement

·       Trauma & Domestic Abuse

·       Child and adolescent emotional or behavioural issues

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