Monica McParland. MIACP ,M.A.,BEd.,Dip.Counselling
About me
) I am an accredited counsellor with IACP .
I have been working as a counsellor for the past ten years .
I work from a variety of counselling approaches that suit clients needs . My main approach is the person-centred approach to help clients find solutions to their own problems whilst integrating other approaches when needed with my clients .
I have worked as a counsellor in a variety of organisations like SoSad (suicide);Cuan Mhuire (alcohol addiction);Turas Counselling (drug rehab) Dundalk Counselling agency (general counselling).
I have found in my work experience as a counsellor /psychotherapist that counselling does work if the client is willing to engage in its process .
I am passionate about helping clients help themselves in order to live more fulfilled, harmonious lives to achieve physical, mental and emotional well- being .
If you are new to counselling do not fear come along and give it a go !
Training, qualifications & experience
I am a professional counsellor in private practice.
I trained as a counsellor/psychotherapist at Oakdene Counselling Centre Dundalk Co Louth where I gained a Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy .
I am an accredited counsellor with IACP-Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy.
My previous work has been in education.
I have a B.Ed.(Psychology;Philosophy;Religious Studies); MA (Educational Management).
Member organisations
Registered / Accredited
Being registered/accredited with a professional body means an individual must have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by their member organisation.
Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy
The Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) sets, maintains and develops standards in the practice of counselling and psychotherapy.
IACP offers different membership categories, e.g. Student Member, Pre-Accredited, Accredited Member, with the different categories standing for different levels of training and experience. Accredited Members have achieved a substantial level of training and experience approved by the Association.
IACP have a Code of Ethics & Practice and a Complaints Procedure.
Areas of counselling I deal with
Other areas of counselling I deal with
Addiction Counselling
Personal Therapy
Spiritual Counselling
older Adult counselling
Therapies offered
Fees
£50(negotiable)
I offer Personal Therapy to Student Counsellors at a reduced rate .
Concessions offered for
Availability
Monday -Friday 9.30-6pm ;Saturday mornings 9.30am -12.30pm
