Tara

Mrs Tara McSweeney

Psychotherapist

“I am an integrative therapist which allows me to tailor my approach to each individual client’s needs. I practise Gestalt, person-centred, transactional analysis and internal family systems. I am trauma informed and emphasize emotion regulation, compassion practises, mindfulness and breathing.”

About Me

I offer a tailored approach, drawing from various therapeutic methods to meet your unique needs. We can explore your experiences together, adapting our work to what serves you best. If you're navigating difficult emotions or past experiences, I can guide you. We'll develop practical tools like compassion practices and mindfulness. My aim is to create a space where you feel truly seen and supported.

Approach

Sessions tend to move between gentle noticing and active experimenting, shifting pace to what feels manageable for you. In Cork or online in English, I hold steady, predictable sessions that leave room for pauses, movement and short practical tasks between meetings. I invite breath-based grounding, compassionate self-inquiry and parts-focused exploration so you can practice new responses to anxiety, grief, body concerns or relational patterns. Many people navigating emotional overwhelm or change find this paced, practical way of working supportive and clarifying.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

  • 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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  • Relationship Counseling

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

  • Mindfulness

    The practice of paying deliberate attention to the present moment without judgement, used to reduce stress and increase awareness of automatic reactions.

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  • Psychoeducation

    Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.

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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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  • Guided Visualisation

    A relaxation technique in which a therapist guides you through calming mental imagery to reduce stress, anxiety, or pain.

Works With:

  • Individuals

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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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Body Image

    How a person perceives, thinks, and feels about their physical appearance. When persistently negative, it can drive distress, avoidance, and disordered eating.

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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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  • Eating Disorders

    A group of conditions, including anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating, involving disturbed eating behaviours and a distorted relationship with food and body image.

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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.

  • 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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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 Counseling and Psychotherapy (IACP)

Psychotherapist

Qualifications

MTU (Munster Technological University), Cork, Ireland

Service Areas

Plunket Chambers

In-person & Online

Cork, Cork

Ireland