Diane McDonald, MSc

Psychotherapist

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

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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. I am trained in Emotion-Focused couples therapy and Emotion-focused therapy for individuals.

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

Dublin, Ireland

In-person & Online

Services

Specialising in Couples Therapy using an Emotion-Focused Therapy framework

Services Offered:

Relationship Counseling
Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.
Wellness Support
Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.
Individual Therapy
One-on-one therapy sessions between a client and a therapist, focused on that person's specific concerns and goals.
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Works With:

Adults
Couples
Individuals
Parents

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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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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ADHD / Attention Difficulties
A neurodevelopmental condition involving persistent difficulty with attention, impulsivity, and/or hyperactivity that interferes with daily functioning.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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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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Control Issues
A persistent need to control situations, people, or outcomes, typically driven by underlying anxiety, fear of uncertainty, or past experiences of helplessness.

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

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

Psychotherapist

Qualifications

Master of Science (MSc)

University College Cork/Turning Point Institute

Service Areas

Chapel Hill Lucan

In-person & Online

Lucan

Dublin, Dublin

Ireland

Lucan, Dublin, Ireland