OUR TEAM
In order to make an appointment please select the therapist you would like to see and phone them directly, leaving your name, number and a short message. If you are unsure please phone the Centre on 086-8258519 and leave a message. Calls are not always answered dirctly as therapists may be in session.
Thank you
Siobhán Galvin, Owner/Manager and Psychotherapist
Siobhán is a skilled and accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with adult clients (18 years and over). She completed her initial training in the Tivoli Institute, Dun Laoghaire and works from a humanistic perspective, integrating her core psychodynamic training with person centered, body psychotherapy and solution focused approaches. She constantly expands her knowledge and training through continual professional development.
Prior to training as a psychotherapist, Siobhan worked in several nursing roles and in occupational health in industry. She held management roles in a number of EAP services, and has worked in a variety of counselling organisations - Living Life Counselling, Towards Healing, Pieta House and the HSE's National Counselling Service (The Arches) and Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC). She holds a BSc and MSc in psychology, MA in clinical psychotherapy and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
To make an appointment with Siobhán Galvin, please phone 086-8258519.
Siobhán is a skilled and accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years experience working with adult clients (18 years and over). She completed her initial training in the Tivoli Institute, Dun Laoghaire and works from a humanistic perspective, integrating her core psychodynamic training with person centered, body psychotherapy and solution focused approaches. She constantly expands her knowledge and training through continual professional development.
Prior to training as a psychotherapist, Siobhan worked in several nursing roles and in occupational health in industry. She held management roles in a number of EAP services, and has worked in a variety of counselling organisations - Living Life Counselling, Towards Healing, Pieta House and the HSE's National Counselling Service (The Arches) and Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC). She holds a BSc and MSc in psychology, MA in clinical psychotherapy and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.
To make an appointment with Siobhán Galvin, please phone 086-8258519.
Siobhán McCabe, Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Siobhán is a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over). She aims to create a safe, understanding and non-judgemental space where her clients feel free to explore whatever is troubling them and believes that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is of central importance in the healing process. Her approach is mainly psychodynamic whereby her clients get an opportunity to understand and integrate elements of their unconscious that are affecting present day thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Siobhán completed her training with the Tivoli Institute in Dun Laoghaire. She has worked with the Rape Crisis Centre after completing their in-depth training in sexual violence and currently accepts referrals from Towards Healing. She continues to expand her training through ongoing professional development and works with a broad range of issues. She holds a Master’s degree in clinical psychotherapy, and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists (MIAHIP) as well as being registered with the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP).
To make an appointment with Siobhan McCabe, please phone 087-994 1917.
Siobhán is a qualified and experienced Psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over). She aims to create a safe, understanding and non-judgemental space where her clients feel free to explore whatever is troubling them and believes that the quality of the therapeutic relationship is of central importance in the healing process. Her approach is mainly psychodynamic whereby her clients get an opportunity to understand and integrate elements of their unconscious that are affecting present day thoughts, feelings and behaviour.
Siobhán completed her training with the Tivoli Institute in Dun Laoghaire. She has worked with the Rape Crisis Centre after completing their in-depth training in sexual violence and currently accepts referrals from Towards Healing. She continues to expand her training through ongoing professional development and works with a broad range of issues. She holds a Master’s degree in clinical psychotherapy, and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists (MIAHIP) as well as being registered with the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP).
To make an appointment with Siobhan McCabe, please phone 087-994 1917.
Linda Boyle, Psychotherapist and Cognitive Behavioural Therapist
Linda is a qualified and accredited Psychotherapist specialising in CBT and has over 10 years’ experience working with adult clients (18 years and over). She believes that effective therapy is about respect, warmth and trust while also being gently challenging. It requires a genuine, interactive relationship between the therapist and client. With this philosophy in mind she has worked with many individuals to support them in making positive and timely change. Her style is transparent which she achieves through the sharing of knowledge, skills and education. She works with a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges including OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, perfectionist traits.
Prior to working as a psychotherapist, Linda was a nurse for over 20 years in both hospital and community settings. She has worked in private practice for over 7 years, Women’s Aid offering counselling to women in abusive relationships and currently also works with the HSE Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC), Midlands. She completed her core training with IICP, Tallaght and holds a BA (Hons) in Psychotherapy, a Master’s degree (MA) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (MIACP).
To make an appointment with Linda Boyle, please phone 087-900 7315.
Linda is a qualified and accredited Psychotherapist specialising in CBT and has over 10 years’ experience working with adult clients (18 years and over). She believes that effective therapy is about respect, warmth and trust while also being gently challenging. It requires a genuine, interactive relationship between the therapist and client. With this philosophy in mind she has worked with many individuals to support them in making positive and timely change. Her style is transparent which she achieves through the sharing of knowledge, skills and education. She works with a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges including OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, perfectionist traits.
Prior to working as a psychotherapist, Linda was a nurse for over 20 years in both hospital and community settings. She has worked in private practice for over 7 years, Women’s Aid offering counselling to women in abusive relationships and currently also works with the HSE Counselling in Primary Care (CIPC), Midlands. She completed her core training with IICP, Tallaght and holds a BA (Hons) in Psychotherapy, a Master’s degree (MA) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (MIACP).
To make an appointment with Linda Boyle, please phone 087-900 7315.
Jane Justin, Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Jane is a qualified, accredited and experienced humanistic psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over). She completed her training in Turning Point in Dublin. Her integrative approach to working with clients involves a variety of techniques and her approach is grounded primarily in person-centred and cognitive behavioural therapy. Jane aims to create a safe, warm and confidential relationship with her clients as she believes this is the most helpful environment in which to share and explore difficult thoughts and feelings.
Jane regularly develops her knowledge and skills through continuous professional development. She is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MIACP) and holds a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) in Psychology from Dublin City University and a Master of Science degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychotherapy from University College Cork.
To make an appointment with Jane Justin, please phone 086 -888 8583.
Jane is a qualified, accredited and experienced humanistic psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over). She completed her training in Turning Point in Dublin. Her integrative approach to working with clients involves a variety of techniques and her approach is grounded primarily in person-centred and cognitive behavioural therapy. Jane aims to create a safe, warm and confidential relationship with her clients as she believes this is the most helpful environment in which to share and explore difficult thoughts and feelings.
Jane regularly develops her knowledge and skills through continuous professional development. She is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (MIACP) and holds a Bachelor of Science degree (BSc) in Psychology from Dublin City University and a Master of Science degree (MSc) in Clinical Psychotherapy from University College Cork.
To make an appointment with Jane Justin, please phone 086 -888 8583.
Coman Wilkinson, Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Coman is a qualified, accredited and experienced Humanistic & Integrative psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over) as well as couples. He aims to embody Roger's core conditions of Congruence, Empathy and Unconditional Positive Regard for his clients. He believes that psychotherapy allows one to build a relationship with a listening, empathic other in a non-threatening, non-judgemental space where difficult life challenges can be addressed.
He completed his training in Integrative Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Turning Point Institute & UCC, and is an accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP), Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) and the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). Coman has further training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C), Awareness Centred Deep Listening (ACDL) & Body Psychotherapy. He is also a qualified mediator and a member of the Mediators’ Institute of Ireland (MII).
To make an appointment with Coman Wilkinson, please phone 087 8146624
Coman is a qualified, accredited and experienced Humanistic & Integrative psychotherapist who works with adult clients (18 years and over) as well as couples. He aims to embody Roger's core conditions of Congruence, Empathy and Unconditional Positive Regard for his clients. He believes that psychotherapy allows one to build a relationship with a listening, empathic other in a non-threatening, non-judgemental space where difficult life challenges can be addressed.
He completed his training in Integrative Humanistic Counselling and Psychotherapy with Turning Point Institute & UCC, and is an accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP), Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) and the European Association for Psychotherapy (EAP). Coman has further training and experience in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy for Couples (EFT-C), Awareness Centred Deep Listening (ACDL) & Body Psychotherapy. He is also a qualified mediator and a member of the Mediators’ Institute of Ireland (MII).
To make an appointment with Coman Wilkinson, please phone 087 8146624
Steven O'Riordan, Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Mindfulness Teacher
Steven O' Riordan (he/him) is a qualified and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist working towards accreditation. He specialises in Integrative Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Mindfulness teaching, working with adults (18 years and over). Steven earned a Master's degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from Turning Point Institute (TPI), accredited by University College Cork (UCC). He is a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). With over ten years of professional experience in Social Care, Steven is dedicated to assisting clients with various challenges, such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, trauma, life transitions, loneliness or isolation, grief, loss, and related concerns. His therapy practice embraces and supports LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) individuals.
Steven provides both in-person sessions in Portlaoise as well as online. During your initial session, Steven offers a safe and welcoming environment where you can freely discuss your concerns. He approaches each session with warmth, support, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude. Steven is passionate about promoting mental health, well-being, and personal growth. He looks forward to meeting you!
Steven is not taking new referrals until the end of September 2024.
Steven O' Riordan (he/him) is a qualified and compassionate Counsellor and Psychotherapist working towards accreditation. He specialises in Integrative Counselling, Psychotherapy, and Mindfulness teaching, working with adults (18 years and over). Steven earned a Master's degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from Turning Point Institute (TPI), accredited by University College Cork (UCC). He is a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). With over ten years of professional experience in Social Care, Steven is dedicated to assisting clients with various challenges, such as anxiety, stress, depression, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, trauma, life transitions, loneliness or isolation, grief, loss, and related concerns. His therapy practice embraces and supports LGBTQ+/GSRD (Gender, Sexuality, and Relationship Diverse) individuals.
Steven provides both in-person sessions in Portlaoise as well as online. During your initial session, Steven offers a safe and welcoming environment where you can freely discuss your concerns. He approaches each session with warmth, support, empathy, and a non-judgmental attitude. Steven is passionate about promoting mental health, well-being, and personal growth. He looks forward to meeting you!
Steven is not taking new referrals until the end of September 2024.
Chloe Graham, Traditional Usui Reiki Master and Registered Yoga Teacher
Chloe is a fully qualified Traditional Usui Reiki Master and Registered Yoga Teacher and an affiliated member of Reiki Federation Ireland (RFI) and Yoga Alliance (YA).
Having studied several healing & mindfulness modalities, she combines her wide range of skills & knowledge to give each client a truly person centred holistic experience based on their unique needs.
Chloe aims to bring a little bit of peace & tranquility to all who come to see her at Empathy Counselling & Psychotherapy. She offers a compassionate and safe space where everyone is supported just as they are. She aims to create an environment that encourages relaxation & comfort so clients have the opportunity to relax, unwind & begin the journey home to themselves.
Chloe is currently offering Reiki Healing sessions at Empathy Counselling & Psychotherapy on Friday’s and can be contacted on Instagram @soulsolsticestudio or by emailing [email protected].
Chloe will be offering Trauma Informed Yoga sessions on a 1:1 basis from June 2024.
Chloe is a fully qualified Traditional Usui Reiki Master and Registered Yoga Teacher and an affiliated member of Reiki Federation Ireland (RFI) and Yoga Alliance (YA).
Having studied several healing & mindfulness modalities, she combines her wide range of skills & knowledge to give each client a truly person centred holistic experience based on their unique needs.
Chloe aims to bring a little bit of peace & tranquility to all who come to see her at Empathy Counselling & Psychotherapy. She offers a compassionate and safe space where everyone is supported just as they are. She aims to create an environment that encourages relaxation & comfort so clients have the opportunity to relax, unwind & begin the journey home to themselves.
Chloe is currently offering Reiki Healing sessions at Empathy Counselling & Psychotherapy on Friday’s and can be contacted on Instagram @soulsolsticestudio or by emailing [email protected].
Chloe will be offering Trauma Informed Yoga sessions on a 1:1 basis from June 2024.
Rental Opportunities
Empathy Counselling & Psychotherapy have room rental available to:
- qualified and accredited counsellors/psychotherapists
- psychologists
- health and wellness coaches/consultants
Please send enquiries along with a one page résumé to Siobhán at [email protected] .
