The Psychoanalysis of Blood
Blood and its associations, from a psychoanalytic perspective, evoke a mixture of fear and anxiety, on the one hand, but also fascination and desire. An theoretical explo...
Dr Michael McArdle, PhD
Psychotherapist (Registered)
“When facing problems and difficulties, it can be very useful to talk to someone outside your circle of friends, family, and colleagues. Usually, people seek help from a trained and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. State of Mind provides you with a safe space space to explore what’s happening for you.”
About Me
Facing life's challenges can feel overwhelming, and finding clarity often benefits from an objective perspective. I offer a confidential, safe space where you can openly explore your concerns without judgment. My aim is to help you gain insight into what’s happening and discover effective ways forward. This dedicated time is invaluable for understanding your experiences and building resilience.
Approach
That confidential, reflective time often becomes a place where we gently map what’s happening and begin to name patterns that keep you stuck. Whether in Ballymahon or online, in English, sessions move at a client-paced rhythm — attentive listening, thoughtful questions and practical grounding between meetings. I help connect feelings, past experiences and current choices through conversational reflection and simple mindfulness, so insights translate into manageable steps. People facing grief, addiction, relationship strain or persistent anger typically find this collaborative, steady approach helpful.
Contact Michael
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Basic Information
Ballymahon, Ireland
Services
When facing problems and difficulties, it can be very useful to talk to someone outside your circle of friends, family, and colleagues. Usually, people seek help from a trained and experienced counsellor and psychotherapist.
State of Mind Counselling & Psychotherapy & Psychotherapy provides you with a safe space to examine your issues, create goals and targets, and teach you the tools to effectively achieve these goals.
State of Mind Counselling & Psychotherapy is based in Ballymahon, Co. Longford. Our mission here at State of Mind Counselling & Psychotherapy is to provide a safe and comfortable environment for individuals where they can discuss their problems, emotions, and thoughts in confidence and receive a professional and effective counselling and psychotherapy service.
We strive to provide these services in an affordable manner. Our goal is to try and improve the mental health of the wider population by promoting positive mental health and well-being, educating the population on how to cope with and resolve mental health problems, and support the people who need it. Indeed, we treat anything that life may bring your way.
Services Offered:
- •Counseling
- •Crisis Counseling
- •Trauma Counseling
- •Mindfulness
- •Psychoanalysis
- •Psychoeducation
- •Psychotherapy
- •Psychodynamic Therapy
- •CBT
- •Online Therapy
Works With:
- •Adults
- •Couples
- •Elderly
- •Individuals
- •Organisations
Area of Expertise
Scope of Practice:
- •Abuse
- •Addiction
- •Anger
- •Relationship Issues
- •ADHD / Attention
- •Grief & Loss
Professional Title:
- •Psychotherapist (Registered)
Qualifications
Doctor of Philosophy
DoctorateMiddlesex
Year: 2023
Bachelor of Science
BachelorPCI College / IICP / DB
Year: 2019
Registrations
Irish Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (IACP)
Psychotherapist; Counsellor
British Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (BACP)
Psychotherapist; Counsellor
Association for Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists in Ireland (APCP)
Psychotherapist; Counsellor
National Society for Counseling & Psychotherapy
Accredited Professional Registrant
The CPD Standards Office & Professional Development Consortium
Accredited Provider of CPD & Provider of Training Excellence (Dual Accreditation)
Service Area
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