Meet the team
Our team of experienced therapists are committed to helping you find peace, healing and hope through psychotherapy. Our goal is to empower you to take ownership of your mental health and create lasting positive change.
Dr Pearl Brock
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Clinical Director & Consultant Psychotherapist
Dr Pearl Brock is the Clinical Director of Think Well Psychotherapy Clinic, and a consultant clinical psychotherapist. With extensive experience across academic, clinical, and forensic settings, she specialises in complex, specialist, and often marginalised cases. Her background includes forensic psychotherapy, trauma work, and crisis intervention, as well as serving as an expert witness for the courts in sensitive and high-risk cases. Pearl has worked with violent and sexual offenders, survivors of abuse, and individuals navigating complex trauma and PTSD, bringing clinical insight to situations that often sit outside the bounds of typical practice. Pearls doctoral work for her PhD is the humanities and Human Sciences involved research ion the use of writing within the therapy environment to support understanding and n Committed to inclusion and diversity, she works extensively with the LGBTQ+ and polyamorous communities, trans youth, and those exploring gender identity. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in Jungian psychotherapy, using storytelling, symbolism, and depth work to support growth and understanding. The study is based on the use of fairy tales in psychotherapy, exploring how narrative supports shadow work and individuation. Alongside her clinical and teaching work, Pearl mentors trainee psychotherapists and contributes to the wider field through governance, training, and professional development. Whether in the clinic, classroom, or courtroom, she brings curiosity, rigour, and a deep respect for the complexity of human experience.
Areas of interest:
• Forensic Psychotherapy • Complex trauma
• Offending behaviour • Expert witness
• Gender identity • Trans youth • Polyamory
• Jungian Analytical Psychotherapy
• Symbolism in therapy • Narrative and myth​​​​
Works with:
• Children •Teens •Adults •Couples •Families
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Ruth Raleigh
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Senior Psychotherapist & Clinical Lead​
Ruth Raleigh is an accredited psychotherapist (IAHIP) with a background in Psychology and Psychotherapy. Whether it is one clear difficulty or many things that have come to a head, her approach is steady, reflective, and insight-oriented, offering a consistent space to explore how past experiences and relationships may be shaping present-day life. She works with adults who want to understand themselves more deeply and make lasting changes, as well as those who may be unsure exactly what they are coming for but know something needs attention. Her areas of expertise include working with the impact of childhood experiences, relationship dynamics, chronic health conditions, complex trauma, grief and bereavement, and men’s mental health. She holds a BSc in Psychology, MSc Health Psychology, H.Dip in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and an MA in Psychotherapy. Ruth works with adults who are trying to make sense of patterns that feel difficult to shift. These may relate to relationships, emotional responses, or a general sense of disconnection. Her clinical focus is on how early experiences shape the internal world, often in ways that are outside conscious awareness. She works with clients to explore the different parts of self that can come into conflict, such as protective strategies, younger emotional states, and harsh inner narratives, and how these affect present-day life. Ruth works particularly well with those who feel uncertain about therapy or find the process difficult to trust. She offers both consistency and challenge, helping clients think more deeply about their emotional lives while maintaining a clear and containing therapeutic frame. She offers short or long term therapy depending on what feels most appropriate for the work. Therapy with Ruth is not about symptom management. It is a process of psychological inquiry aimed at lasting internal change and a clearer, more coherent sense of self.
Areas of interest:
• Childhood experiences • Relationship dynamics • Long-term health conditions • Complex trauma • Trauma histories • Men’s mental health • Grief and bereavement • Uncertainty about therapy • Long-term work​
Works with:
• Adults​
Fiona Alexander
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Senior Psychotherapist
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Fiona Alexander is a highly experienced psychotherapist with a deep commitment to supporting individuals through trauma, grief, and emotional distress. Her journey into psychotherapy began in nursing, where she worked extensively with individuals managing chronic health conditions, witnessing firsthand the emotional and psychological impact of long-term illness. Recognising the need for deeper emotional support, she pursued advanced training in Counselling and Psychotherapy, developing a holistic, compassionate approach to healing. Fiona specialises in working with trauma, complex PTSD, and emotional regulation, helping clients process painful experiences in a safe and supportive space. She understands that trauma is not only stored in the mind but also within the body, and she integrates somatic awareness and trauma-informed techniques to help clients reconnect with themselves. She works with individuals who have experienced childhood trauma, abuse, loss, and relational wounds, offering a therapeutic approach that is both gentle and deeply restorative. Her work is grounded in empathy, attunement, and non-judgement, allowing clients to explore their experiences at their own pace. She believes that healing is a process of reconnection, helping clients regain a sense of safety, trust, and self-compassion. By incorporating psychodynamic exploration, mindfulness, and nervous system regulation, Fiona supports clients in understanding the impact of past experiences while developing new ways of coping and engaging with the world. Beyond trauma work, she helps clients navigate stress, anxiety, grief, chronic illness, and life transitions, always ensuring that therapy is tailored to their unique needs. She believes that healing happens in the presence of a safe and understanding other and is committed to creating a space where clients feel heard, valued, and empowered. Fiona brings depth, warmth, and a deep understanding of the complexities of trauma to her work. She is dedicated to supporting clients as they move through pain toward greater resilience, self-awareness, and emotional freedom.
Areas of interest:
• Trauma • Complex PTSD • Emotional regulation • Childhood trauma • Abuse • Grief • Somatic awareness • Chronic illness • Anxiety • Life transitions​​​​​​​
Works with:
• Adults​
Paddy Gately
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Senior Psychotherapist
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Paddy is a highly skilled integrative psychotherapist and Chair of the Irish Association for Psychotherapy and Psychology (IAPP). He brings depth, compassion, and expertise to his work, offering clients a safe and supportive space to explore their emotions and experiences. His approach is person-centred and integrative, drawing on psychodynamic principles and CBT to provide tailored support that meets each client’s unique needs. Paddy has a specialist interest in working with grief psychodynamically, helping clients uncover and process the deeper emotional patterns that shape their experiences of loss. He understands that grief is not a linear process but rather a deeply personal and often complex emotional journey. Using a psychodynamic lens, he works with clients to explore unresolved feelings, relational patterns, and unconscious processes that may be influencing their grief. This allows individuals to gain insight into their loss, understand the impact of past experiences, and begin to integrate their emotions in a way that fosters healing and growth. His work also extends to supporting clients with anxiety and depression, helping them navigate life’s challenges with greater clarity and self-awareness. By providing a non-judgemental and client-led space, he encourages individuals to explore their deepest thoughts and emotions, working at a pace that feels right for them. As Chair of IAPP, Paddy is committed to upholding professional and ethical standards in psychotherapy, advocating for best practices and supporting the development of the field. His dedication to both his clients and the wider therapeutic community reflects his passion for promoting mental well-being, deep self-reflection, and meaningful personal transformation. ​​​
Areas of interest:
​​​​​• Grief • Loss • Relational patterns
• Unresolved feelings • Anxiety • Depression
• Life challenges • Self-awareness • Personal growth
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Works with:
• Adults​
Mike Kelly
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Supervisor & Consultant Psychotherapist
Mike is a highly respected consultant clinical supervisor and psychotherapist with a wealth of experience in the mental health field. With a career spanning several decades, he has gained recognition as a speaker and advisor, providing invaluable insights to the NHS and numerous hospitals across the globe. In addition to his clinical work, Mike has co-authored a variety of articles and books contributing significantly to the body of knowledge in psychotherapy and mental health care. His research and writings have helped shape best practices and inform professionals in the field, making a lasting impact on the way mental health services are delivered. Mike is dedicated to fostering excellence in clinical practice and is passionate about mentoring the next generation of mental health professionals. His approach combines evidence-based techniques with a deep understanding of the human experience, allowing him to connect with clients and colleagues alike on a profound level. As a member of our clinic.
Areas of interest:
​• Complex trauma • Medical malpractice impact • Health and chronic illness care • Organ transplant support • Relationship issues • Grief • Stress • Life transitions • Emotional regulation • International consultancy
Works with:
• Adults​
Hannah McCann
Senior Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist
Hannah McCann is a fully qualified and accredited Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, with training grounded in Freudian and Lacanian psychoanalysis. She works from a psychodynamic and psychoanalytic perspective, offering a thoughtful, compassionate approach to clients of all ages. With a particular passion for working with children, adolescents, and young adults, Hannah brings a creative and age-sensitive approach to her practice. Her background in fine art deeply informs her therapeutic work, and she frequently incorporates therapeutic art techniques, especially in her work with younger clients, to promote expression and healing in accessible, meaningful ways. Hannah has broad clinical experience and works with a wide range of emotional and psychological issues, including addiction, gender dysphoria, postnatal depression, eating disorders, body dysmorphia, familial & relationship difficulties, depression and anxiety. Her therapeutic practice is enriched by a diverse professional background in social care, palliative care, substance misuse services, therapeutic support for children in disadvantaged communities, art therapy with elderly clients in residential care, psychiatric services, and community-based mental health programs. She is committed to providing a safe, non-judgmental space where each client’s unique experience is respected and understood, supporting them in finding resilience and insight through the therapeutic process of free association.
Areas of interest:
• Children and adolescents • Therapeutic art techniques • Addiction • Gender dysphoria • Postnatal depression • Eating disorders • Body dysmorphia • Familial and relationship difficulties • Community mental health
Works with:
• Children • Teens • Adults
Joe Kelly
Senior Psychotherapist
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Joe works from a humanistic perspective with a person-centered ethos and integrates this approach with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing. Integrating CBT and MI creates self-awareness and promotes evidence-based techniques, helping clients build the skills necessary to overcome obstacles, improve mental well-being, and achieve their goals with confidence and clarity. Joe also dedicates much time to working with adolescents and young adults with a diagnosis of ASD and co-morbid conditions such as ADHD, anxiety, depression, and OCD. ​
Areas of interest:
​• Children and adolescents • ASD • ADHD • OCD • Anxiety • Depression • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) • Motivational interviewing • Self-awareness development • Life skills building
Works with:
• Children • Teens • Adults
Priscilla Mangan
Psychotherapist
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Priscilla is a member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). She works as an Integrative Therapist but incorporates other modalities to suit the presenting issues of clients such as Humanistic Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Existential Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. She places a strong focus on the therapeutic relationship which she believes is core to the growth of clients. Priscilla values every unique individual and appreciates how difficult and courageous it is to share your problems within the therapy room. She provides a safe space for clients to feel heard, safe, and validated and works with you at your pace in an non-judgemental empathetic manner. Her aim is to support you in reaching your potential whilst empowering you to live an authentic, meaningful life. Priscilla works with clients who have experienced Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, Perinatal Issues and Low self-esteem. She looks forward to working with you in the future. ​
Areas of interest:
​• Trauma • Anxiety • Depression • Grief and loss • Perinatal issues • Low self-esteem • Humanistic therapy • Psychodynamic therapy • Gestalt therapy • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)
Works with:
• Adults
Maksymilian Zurawski
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Max uses an integrative and person-centred approach in his therapeutic practice, tailoring his methods to meet each client's unique needs. He combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Existential Therapy to provide effective support. Max offers empathetic assistance, creating a safe space for clients to express and process their innermost feelings and concerns. He works closely with clients to help them define and achieve their goals, addressing a variety of issues such as anxiety, low self-esteem, panic attacks, relationship difficulties, workplace problems, and mood swings. Max’s approach respects and adapts to the individuality of every client, ensuring personalised and meaningful therapy.
Areas of interest:
​• Anxiety • Low self-esteem • Panic attacks • Relationship difficulties • Workplace problems • Mood swings • Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) • Existential therapy • Person-centred approach • Goal setting
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• Adults
Mary Guilfoyle
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Mary is an experienced psychotherapist who adopts an integrative and client-centred approach, tailoring her therapeutic practice to meet the unique needs of each individual. She incorporates principles from various evidence-based modalities, fostering a dynamic and responsive therapeutic process. With a background in Reiki, Mary integrates its foundational principles of balance, connection, and presence into her work, enhancing the therapeutic environment through a holistic awareness of the mind-body connection. Mary also has extensive experience working with children in educational settings, equipping her with a nuanced understanding of developmental and emotional challenges. Currently, she specialises in working with adults and young people aged 18. Her approach is rooted in compassion, professionalism, and a commitment to ethical practice, ensuring that clients feel safe, supported, and empowered as they navigate their journey toward healing and personal growth.
Areas of interest:
​• Holistic therapy • Developmental challenges • Emotional challenges • Mind-body connection • Evidence-based modalities • Balance and presence • Healing and wellbeing • Personal growth
Works with:
• Adults
Chloe Devine
Psychotherapist
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Chloe has dedicated her career to the caring professions, with a deep passion for working therapeutically to support individuals in their personal growth and well-being. She has experience in a range of areas, including intellectual disability, autism spectrum disorder (ASD), anxiety, domestic and coercive abuse, relationship difficulties, life stresses, low mood, and overall well-being. Chloe holds a BA (Hons) in Psychology and is currently completing an MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy, Chloe incorporates psychodynamic and systemic thinking while integrating skills from cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) and other evidence-based interventions where appropriate. Chloe’s approach is tailored to each individual, ensuring that therapy is responsive, collaborative, and effective in meeting their unique needs.
Areas of interest:
​• Intellectual disability • Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) • Anxiety • Domestic and coercive abuse • Relationship difficulties
• Life stresses • Low mood
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• Adults
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Jayde Gilkes
Psychotherapist
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Jayde is an integrative therapist with a background in holistic wellness and a strong interest in existential therapy working online for Think Well. She supports clients in exploring meaning, personal freedom, and authenticity while recognising the essential interplay between mind, body, and spirit in the therapeutic process. Her approach combines existential, psychodynamic, and cognitive behavioural theories, allowing for a flexible and responsive style of practice. Jayde helps clients understand how past experiences shape present patterns, while also focusing on their strengths and capacity for change. She is particularly passionate about working with the Kink community and is dedicated to creating a sex-positive, inclusive, and non-judgemental space. Clients from all backgrounds, identities, and relationship structures are welcomed and respected. At the core of her work is the belief that healing begins within a safe and collaborative therapeutic relationship. Jayde offers a warm, thoughtful presence to support clients as they navigate life’s challenges and move towards greater self-understanding.
Areas of interest:
​• Online therapy • Kink community • Sex-positive therapy • Inclusive practice • Diverse relationship structures • Sexual wellbeing • Identity exploration • Self-acceptance • Life challenges • Personal growth​
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• Adults
Siobhan Fennessy
Psychotherapist
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Siobhán is dedicated to providing a compassionate, confidential, and non-judgemental space where clients feel truly heard and supported. She works from an integrative, person-centred approach, tailoring therapy to each individual’s unique journey, drawing from various therapeutic modalities to foster healing, resilience, and self-discovery. She has experience supporting adults navigating anxiety, depression, stress, and relationship challenges. She also works with individuals seeking greater self-awareness, self-esteem, and personal growth, helping them build confidence and navigate life transitions with greater ease. With a deep appreciation for multicultural perspectives, Siobhán’s approach is informed by her time living and working across Europe and the Middle East. She understands the profound impact that culture, identity, and belonging can have on emotional well-being. She is also passionate about LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy and plays an active role in facilitating a weekly support group for young people, offering a safe space for connection and empowerment. Beyond therapy, Siobhán supports young adults as a QQI tutor in customer service and communications, helping them develop both professionally and personally.. She brings warmth, insight, and a deep commitment to meeting each client where they are, creating a space for meaningful change and personal transformation.
Areas of interest:
​• LGBTQ+ affirmative therapy • Multicultural perspectives • Identity and belonging • Young adult support • Stress management
• Relationship challenges • Self-awareness
• Life transitions • Personal growth
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• Adults
Olivia McLoughliin
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With over 20 years of professional experience working within Tusla, Ireland’s Child and Family Agency, she brings a deep understanding of child protection, family systems, and interagency collaboration. Her work has spanned a range of roles supporting vulnerable children, young people, and families, with a strong emphasis on safeguarding, advocacy, and systemic support. Now working within the psychotherapy sector, she applies this extensive background to inform trauma-aware, ethically grounded practice in clinical settings. Olivia works sensitively with individuals navigating challenges such as attachment difficulties, childhood adversity, parenting struggles, and relational conflict. Her therapeutic approach is integrative and client centred, drawing on evidence based modalities to provide tailored support that meets the unique needs of each client. Olivia's expertise extends to working with young people and adults, offering a compassionate and grounded space for those seeking clarity, healing, and growth. She is committed to fostering resilience and empowerment, helping clients navigate their experiences with greater self awareness and confidence. Olivia brings warmth, professionalism, and a wealth of experience to her work, ensuring that every client feels supported and understood in their therapeutic journey.
Areas of interest:
​• Child protection • Family systems
• Childhood adversity • Parenting struggles
• Relational conflict • Safeguarding and advocacy • Trauma-aware support • Resilience building • Personal growth
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• Adults
Martha Loughman
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Martha believes in offering her clients a safe and comfortable space where they feel heard, respected, and supported. She holds a compassionate presence, allowing individuals to explore their experiences at their own pace. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in person-centred and humanistic values, and she integrates elements of Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) where appropriate. Martha tailors her work to meet the unique needs of each client, recognising that no two journeys are the same. She works with adults navigating a wide range of difficulties, including grief, anxiety, low self-worth, life transitions, and relationship challenges. Her goal is to help clients reconnect with their inner resources and move toward healing, growth, and meaningful change. Martha brings warmth, authenticity, and a deep desire to help others to her work. She is committed to holding a supportive space where clients feel empowered to understand themselves more fully and live with greater self-compassion.
Areas of interest:
​• Grief • Anxiety • Low self-worth • Life transitions • Relationship challenges • Healing and growth • Self-compassion • Emotional resilience • Personal empowerment • Inner resource connection​​
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• Adults
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