Diane

Diane McDonald

Psychotherapist

“Qualified and professional therapist accredited by IAHIP and IACP. Working with individuals and couples. www.dianemcdonald.ie”

About Me

As an integrative psychotherapist, I help individuals and couples unravel complex feelings and relationship dynamics. My approach is rooted in understanding your unique story, drawing from various therapeutic insights to tailor our sessions. We can explore what feels challenging, working together to find clarity and new ways forward. This collaborative space is ideal for those seeking a flexible, personalised path to growth and connection.

Approach

Sessions tend to move at a steady, conversational pace, attending to the small relational patterns that shape daily life. In my Dublin consulting room or online in English, we set a comfortable frame—short check-ins, deeper exploration, and practical ideas to try between meetings. For couples and individuals facing stress, I work alongside you to map triggers, experiment with new responses and strengthen clarity around needs and boundaries. People seeking clearer connection and sustainable coping often find this grounded, tailored pace helpful.
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Basic Information

Services

Services Offered:

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    Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

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    Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

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    Individual Therapy

    One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.

    Learn more about Individual Therapy

Works With:

  • •Adults
  • •Couples

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

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    Relationship Issues

    Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.

    Learn more about Relationship Issues
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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).

    Learn more about Stress / Burnout

Professional Title:

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    Psychotherapist

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

Qualifications

University College Cork/Turning Point Institute

Registrations

Irish Association for Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP); Irish Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (IACP)

Psychotherapist

Service Area

Chapel Hill Lucan

In-person & Online

Lucan

Dublin, Dublin

Ireland