Mr Leo Muckley, MSc

Psychotherapist

“Are you experiencing mental health challenges from any of the following issues? Anxiety, Bereavement, Childhood Abuse, Depression, Grief, Loss, Suicide, Stress and/or Trauma. I am a Psychotherapist and Counsellor with a special interest and expertise in these areas.”

About Me

Leo holds a Masters (MSc) in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy and is currently undertaking his Doctorate (PhD) in Psychotherapy and Counselling. He also holds a Professional Certificate in the Therapeutic Use of Mindfulness and completed Mindfulness Mentor and Group Facilitation training with Jack Kornfield and Tara Brach. Leo is qualified to work with both Adults (18+) and Adolescents (13-17). He is trained in many approaches to therapy such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Attachment Theory, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Gestalt Therapy, Inner Child Work, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness Based Interventions (MBI), Person Centred Therapy, Psychoanalysis and Transactional Analysis. He is an Accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).

Approach

Leo works from a Pluralistic perspective meaning his therapeutic philosophy is that no one way of therapy can work for all people all of the time. He works collaboratively with clients to identify their challenges, what they want from therapy and decide which therapy approach would suit best. Leo believes that the only way to know what a client wants is to ask them, so he considers client feedback and preferences invaluable. Leo is fully Trauma, Somatic and Neuroscience informed while always incorporating up to date evidence based best practices. He is also informed by a Multi-Cultural approach to therapy to ensure he does his best in understanding, and being considerate of, any biological, psychological and social factors influencing or impacting on a person’s life. Leo assures his clients that he will work to foster a therapeutic relationship that is safe, collaborative and non-judgemental which provides the foundation for working together to get what a client wants from therapy, grow, develop and flourish in life.

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Basic Information

Glengarriff, Ireland

In-person & Online

Services

Anxiety, Bereavement, Childhood Abuse, Depression, Grief, Loss, Suicide, Stress and/or Trauma

Services Offered:

ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy)
A form of therapy that teaches acceptance of difficult thoughts and feelings while guiding action aligned with personal values.
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Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Trauma Counseling
Counselling specifically for people affected by traumatic events, focused on processing what happened and reducing symptoms like flashbacks and hypervigilance.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Psychotherapy
In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.
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CBT
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, a structured, evidence-based approach that identifies and changes unhelpful thinking patterns and behaviours.
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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.
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Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Individuals

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

Abuse
Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.
Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Grief & Loss
The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.
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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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PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.
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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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Suicide Bereavement or Crisis
The grief of losing someone to suicide, or being in a state of suicidal crisis oneself, both carrying unique psychological weight that differs from other forms of loss.
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Suicidal Thoughts
Thoughts about ending one's own life, ranging from passive wishes to active plans. This is a sign of severe emotional distress that requires professional support.
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Trauma
The lasting psychological impact of deeply distressing events, such as violence, abuse, accidents, or disasters, that overwhelm a person's ability to cope.
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Professional Title:

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