At 2live Psychotherapy
A Short Biography and the Professional Journey Behind 2live Psychotherapy
Professional Values
My work is grounded in three core values: confidentiality, respect, and the belief in every person’s capacity for change. As a qualified psychotherapist with over ten years of experience in psychology, psychotherapy, and counselling, I provide a safe, confidential space where clients can explore their thoughts, emotions, and life challenges without judgment.
Through both professional practice and lived experience, I have developed a deep understanding of real-world mental health struggles, including anxiety, depression, stress, and personal life transitions. I strongly believe that, with the right therapeutic support, nothing can't be talked through, processed, better understood and then changed.
I am committed to ethical, client-centered psychotherapy, working collaboratively with individuals to support emotional well-being, personal growth, and lasting positive change.
My approach is rooted in curiosity, ongoing professional development, and evidence-based therapy practices, allowing me to continuously refine my skills and better support my clients.
Encouraging open dialogue, self-reflection, and practical solutions, I aim to help clients build resilience, improve mental health, and live more balanced, fulfilling lives.
BA (Hons) Psychology 2009
MA Integrative Psychotherapy 2018
Postgraduate Diploma in
Integrative Psychotherapy 2015
MA Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, graduating 2027
Qualifications
After earning my BA (Hons) in Psychology from NUI Maynooth and completing a Postgraduate Diploma and Master’s degree in Integrative Psychotherapy at the University of Limerick, I began my professional journey in the field of psychotherapy, driven by a strong passion for supporting people in understanding themselves and their lives.
I am currently further advancing my expertise with a Master’s degree in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy (expected 2027), strengthening my ability to support young people, their parents and families with their mental health and emotional well-being.
My work focuses on helping clients explore their relationships, mental health, and patterns of thinking and behaviour. I am particularly interested in how behaviours are formed, how coping mechanisms develop, and how unhealthy patterns can be identified and changed through effective psychotherapy and counselling.
With over twenty years of experience studying psychology, psychotherapy, and emotional well-being, I bring both depth of knowledge and practical insight to my work. I am committed to ongoing professional
development and evidence-based practice, ensuring that my clients receive high-quality, ethical, and effective mental health support.
Roles &
Aspirations
I currently apply my knowledge and experience in psychotherapy by working directly with clients to support their mental health, emotional well-being, and personal development. Over the years, I have held a range of caring roles, including Rehabilitation Assistant, Social Care Worker, and Affordable Counselling Service Coordinator, each of which has deepened my understanding of diverse client needs and real-world challenges.
More recently, I have focused on growing my own psychotherapy practice across two key areas: private practice and corporate wellbeing services, providing accessible mental health support to both individuals and organisations.
I believe that effective psychotherapy and counselling require genuine passion, empathy, and a strong commitment to helping others create meaningful change in their lives.
I am committed to working with each client in a way that respects their individuality, honours their lived experience, and supports their unique way of being in the world.
My aim is to create a safe, collaborative therapeutic space where clients feel understood, empowered, and supported in achieving lasting personal growth.
Business
History
I opened the doors of 2Live Psychotherapy on 1st January 2017, encouraged by the support and guidance of my course tutors and course director at the University of Limerick. From early in my life, I knew I wanted to work as a psychotherapist and build my own private practice, creating a space where clients could access professional, compassionate mental health support.
My private practice began at The Dancing Soul, where I also completed my professional placement under the supervision of the University of Limerick and the guidance of Julie Fuery and Martina Breen, the founders of The Dancing Soul in Athlone. This experience played a key role in shaping my therapeutic approach and professional development.
Building on this foundation, I expanded my psychotherapy services by opening a second clinic at Dr. Garry's Surgery in Tullamore, further increasing access to counseling and mental health support within the local community. I later established a third clinic in Mullingar, supported by Seamus Sheedy, furthering 2live Psychotherapy's growth across the Midlands.
As the practice evolved, it became a trusted provider of psychotherapy, counseling, and well-being services, supporting individuals with mental health, relationships, anxiety, and personal growth. Due to this growth, the practice is now primarily based in Tullamore and operates from Fionn Medical Center.
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, I transitioned to offering online psychotherapy and counseling services, ensuring continued access to mental health support. I have also completed additional qualifications in online therapy, further enhancing the quality and accessibility of my services.
Therapy for Individuals, Couples,
Children and Adolescents
2live Psychotherapy supports individuals, couples, children, and adolescents in accessing counseling and psychotherapy. I established 2live Psychotherapy in 2017. I offer a highly confidential psychotherapy service that clients can trust.
I work with both private and corporate clients. I provide education and training courses to help people live their best lives by equipping them to use the skills and tools of psychotherapy to best suit their particular needs.
Everyone's life experiences are unique. There is never a one-size-fits-all approach to an individual's experience. What happens to us and at what stage of life we are at can shape how we live, how we view the world, and, therefore, how we react to it and to those in our lives.
I developed the "2live" concept from my own life experience. Life is sometimes about surviving, and sometimes that is all we can do. I've found that with support and exploration, there is an opportunity to "2live" rather than to survive.
Online & Corporate
Transitioning to online psychotherapy and corporate services
Since transitioning to online psychotherapy and corporate wellbeing services, this area of my practice has continued to grow significantly. Offering online sessions has increased accessibility for clients, allowing people to engage in therapy from the comfort and privacy of their own space, regardless of location or schedule.
This flexibility has added real value to both individual clients and organisations, making mental health support more inclusive, consistent, and adaptable to modern life. Online psychotherapy has also enabled continuity of care, ensuring clients can maintain regular sessions even during periods of change, travel, or increased life demands.
Alongside this, my Corporate Wellbeing services have expanded, with a continued focus on delivering impactful mental health workshops, training, and wellbeing programs. These services support organisations in creating healthier work environments, improving employee wellbeing, and fostering resilience across teams.
The integration of online therapy and corporate well-being has strengthened 2live Psychotherapy's overall reach and effectiveness, enabling me to support a broader range of clients while maintaining a high standard of professional, confidential care.
