Cara

Ms Cara Bourke O Shaughnessy

Psychotherapist

“I am an accredited and registered psychotherapist with the BACP. I have 20 years experience working with all types of mental health issues,including Anxiety, Addiction, Low self-esteem, Depression, to name a few. I see the therapy process as collaborative working with the person, you are not alone on this journey”

About Me

I believe therapy is a collaborative journey where you are never alone. With two decades of experience, I work with individuals facing diverse mental health challenges. These include anxiety, depression, addiction, and low self-esteem. Together, we will explore your experiences, helping you gain clarity and find your path forward. This supportive partnership is ideal for anyone seeking an experienced psychotherapist to navigate their unique struggles.

Approach

We focus on small, practical shifts—mapping patterns and naming moments so change feels manageable rather than overwhelming. Sessions in Cork or online in English are paced to your needs: a mix of focused reflection, practical planning and gentle experimentation, with occasional short tasks between sessions to try new ways of relating to thoughts and urges. I listen for patterns around anxiety, low mood and addictive behaviour, and help you build clearer choices. This way of working suits adults seeking steady, collaborative change.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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Works With:

  • Adults

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Personal Development

    The ongoing process of self-awareness, self-improvement, and reaching one's potential, pursued not because something is wrong but to live more fully.

Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Registrations

British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)

Psychotherapy

Qualifications

Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences

Service Areas

Blackrock

In-person & Online

Cork, Cork

Ireland