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psychotherapy treatment, where you feel respected and heard.”

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What approach / interventions are used

  • Systemic Family Therapy: working on a relational approach to address the concern within the context of the family/social system/other relational
    systems.
  • Narrative Approach: working with the individual’s or family history and
    culture; unpacking how the story is told or could be reframed to bring about
    new possibilities.
  • Externalising the concern: supporting the client to recognise the problem as separate from themselves.
    Use of Timelines and Genograms (Family Tree) to explore the family of
    origin’s history/dynamics / patterns and strengths.
  • Collaborative Approach: Offering a collaborative and respectful approach where the client is the expert of themselves
  • Creative Practice: Use of Art/Music/Play to engage young people in the
    therapy process.
  • Mindfulness and Relaxation Practices – engaging in relaxation exercises to reduce overthinking and reduce “auto pilot”.
  • Cognitive Behavioural Therapy Practice – inviting clients to reflect on how their thoughts and feelings impact on their behaviour, and managing
    strategies to reduce problem symptoms.
  • Ethical Practice: Maintaining a safe therapeutic environment where the
    therapist’s curiosity upholds neutrality. Management of the therapy process in line with ethical guidelines.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Family Therapy?

Family Therapy is a respectful and collaborative process where the individual or family explore their concern with the professional help of a Family Psychotherapist. read more

How to make an appointment:

Appointments must be booked in advance. Individuals or their GP are welcome to call/text/email or use the enquiry form provided on this website to request an appointment.

Where are you located?

MeathTherapy is just approx. 20 minute drive from Clonee and 5 minutes approx. from Trim, located on the R154 – Trim/Dublin Road in Co. Meath.

What happens in the first session?

Individuals or Families are invited to sign a consent form and introduce their concern and offer their ideas and thoughts about where they are having difficulty. The therapist helps to piece together aspects of the concern not yet considered or offers alternative perspectives to bring about change

Is it confidential?

Confidentiality is maintained in line with GDPR. This means that client records are entirely confidential, the only limitation being where there is immediate risk to yourself or to others, as per the FTAI Code of Ethics and the Children First Guidelines.

How many sessions do I attend?

There are no set amount of sessions that must be attending, the concern being addressed may require a brief intervention or ongoing therapy. Affordability and availability can influence the number of sessions, this is something that can be easily discussed at any point during the therapy process.

What is your cancellation policy?

I operate a 48 hour notice cancellation policy. Cancel with notice of less than 48 hours means the session fee is still payable.

How much does a session cost

Session prices start from €80 for individual therapy and €90 for couple or family therapy

Who is Deirdre Mc Donagh

YEARS OF PROFESSIONAL PROGRESSION, A LIFE TIME OF CARING

Deirdre McDonagh M.Sc. Dip. Systemic Psychotherapy; Reg. FTAI ICP As a therapist Deirdre assists families and individuals to explore alternate ways of responding to the problem. Deirdre helps families and individuals recognise and build on their strengths. She supports Children to engage in the therapy process through play and art. She has extensive clinical practice in the field of individual, couple and family psychotherapy on a wide variety of issues for over 14years. Deirdre provides a natural and professional approach to psychotherapy treatment which offers a therapeutic environment where clients feel heard and respected.
    • M.Sc., Dip. Systemic Family Psychotherapy
    • Dip., B.A. Community Studies
    • H.N.D. Social Studies;
    • Professional Certificate in Mindfulness
    • Professional Certificate in C.B.T.
    • ASIST Suicide Intervention Training.
    • Supervised regularly by F.T.A.I. and I.C.P. accredited supervisor as per guidelines.
    • Fully Registered with F.T.A.I. – Family Therapy Association of Ireland and I.C.P. – Irish Council of Psychotherapists.
    • CAMS Framework Training – A Collaborative Approach to Managing Suicidal Risk
    • Certified Cyber Therapist – Online Therapy Institute

 

Areas of Specialty

While in Deirdre’s vast experience she has helped many individuals, couples and families in a number of
situations, Deirdre has particular expertise in the following areas

  • Parenting
  • Academic Issues
  • Family Issues
  • Relationships

  • Sexuality
  • Gender Identity
  • Depression
  • Conflict
  • Anxiety
  • Stress
  • Child/Adolescent Concern
  • Separation
  • Grief/Loss
  • Illness
  • Finance
  • Anger

Contact Meath Therapy Now

    • Trim Road
      Dunsany
      Co.Meath
      Please note – wheelchair
      access is available

    • 087 138 8082

    • Info@meaththerapy.com