Chris Place
BA Psych, Masters in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy, MIACP
Email: chris@galwaycitycounselling.ie | Tel: 0838817073
Chris trained as a counselor and psychotherapist with the Tivoli institute. He works in an integrative and humanistic way seeing clients as experts in their own lives and draws from different therapeutic approaches to best meet the needs of the client. He sees the therapeutic relationship as key in facilitating change.
Chris obtained his Bachelor of Arts degree in psychology in 2004 and worked as a lecturer and researcher in psychology before embarking on a professional training in psychotherapy.
He is fully accredited with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).
Cathal McWeeney
BSocSci, Dip Psychology of Counselling, BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy, MIACP
Email: cathal@galwaycitycounselling.ie | Tel: 0876814870
Cathal has vast experience with agencies such as “SoSad Midlands”(Save our Sons and Daughters), “Let’s get talking Galway”, “Pieta House” and NUI Galway Counselling service. In addition, Cathal has experience as an Online C.B.T Tutor in relation to people who experience social anxiety. Cathal works from an Integrative Therapeutic model which encompasses Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Solution focused and C.B.T techniques. Cathal acts as a Corporate Affiliate Therapist to a number of international firms based in Galway.
Cathal also comes from a Social Care background which involves the Bio/Psycho/Social Model. Cathal is fully accredited with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).
Sylvia Colsh
Dip in Psychology of Counselling (NUIG), Hons Degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy from the International College for Personal and Professional development. (ICPPD) QQI validated. BA (Hons) Degree Community Family studies (NUIG).
Supervisor | Couples Therapist | Counselling Psychotherapist
Email: sylvia@galwaycitycounselling.ie | Tel: 087 2809290
Sylvia is a qualified and registered Counselling Psychotherapist, Couples Therapist and Supervisor, providing professional supervision across professions alongside individual and couples therapy.
As a Supervisor, Sylvia offers a warm, reflective, and collaborative space for counsellors, psychotherapists, and other practitioners to explore their clinical work, professional development, ethical practice, and the impact of therapeutic work on themselves. Her approach encourages curiosity, self-awareness and reflective practice, while providing a safe space to explore the complexities of professional practice.
Sylvia has extensive experience within the HSE Primary Care and HSE Addiction Services, as well as Pieta, bringing experience from a range of therapeutic and clinical settings into her work with clients and supervisees.
As a Couples Therapist, Sylvia works with couples experiencing difficulties in communication, conflict, connection, intimacy and changing relationship dynamics. She supports couples in developing a deeper understanding of themselves and each other, exploring patterns within their relationship, and finding more constructive ways of relating.
Sylvia works holistically and integratively, while remaining grounded in a Person-Centred approach. She believes the therapeutic relationship provides the foundation for meaningful change and offers a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental space where people can explore their experiences at their own pace.
She works with a range of issues including anxiety, depression, bereavement, trauma and PTSD, addiction, relationship difficulties and LGBTQI+ concerns.
Jacqui Trill
Counsellor and Psychotherapist. B.A. Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy ICPPD, IACP Member.
Email: info@galwaycitycounselling.ie | Tel: 0894730225
Jacqui holds a B.A. Hons degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy from the International College of Professional and Personal Development Athlone (ICPPD). She is a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). As a psychotherapist and counsellor Jacqui supports individuals to overcome life’s challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. As a trained psychotherapist Jacqui has the knowledge and experience to guide clients through a wide variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, perinatal mental health and more. Jacqui creates a comfortable and safe environment that encourages clients to express their thoughts and feelings openly and honestly through a compassionate and non-judgemental approach. Therapeutic approaches are tailored to suit a client’s unique needs to empower individuals to develop the coping skills and resilience necessary to navigate life’s challenges and achieve their goals. Jacqui is committed to providing compassionate care, expertise and support every step of the way.
Sheena Kelly
B.A. in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, (ICPPD). H. Dip. in Psychology (Conversion). B.A. in Psychology (NUIG).
Email: info@galwaycitycounselling.ie | Tel: 0894226919
Sheena trained as a counsellor and psychotherapist with ICPPD. She works from a humanistic and integrative approach. She believes that by providing the right supportive conditions in a therapeutic relationship, every person has the capacity to direct their own lives in order to achieve the lives they desire. Sheena promotes a sense of safety in the therapeutic relationship in order for clients to fully express themselves and work through whatever difficulties they may be experiencing.
Sheena holds a degree and higher diploma in Psychology from NUIG and has a background in social care. Sheena has worked with Let’s Get Talking and has volunteered with Childline and GDYS (Galway Diocesan Youth Services).
Sheena can help with issues such as Depression, Anxiety, Relationship Issues, Sexual/Physical/Emotional Abuse, Grief, Loneliness, Suicide, Burnout, Self Esteem, Sexuality and Self Care.
Casey Donaghey
BA Psychology, Dip in Psychology of Counselling (NUIG), Dip in Biodynamic and Integrative Psychotherapy, MA in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy, Pre-Accredited Member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP)
Email: info@galwaycitycounselling.ie/casey.donaghey@hotmail.com | Tel: 085 264 5358
Casey is a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist who works from a pluralistic and integrative perspective. This means that therapy is developed collaboratively and adapted to each client’s individual needs, preferences and circumstances, rather than following one approach for everyone.
The therapeutic relationship is central to Casey’s work. She aims to provide a warm, respectful and non-judgemental space where clients can explore their experiences openly and safely. Recognising that clients are the experts on their own lives, Casey works alongside each person to identify the approaches, insights and resources that may be most helpful to them.
Casey supports adults experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, shame, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, identity concerns, significant life transitions and disability-related experiences. She also brings a professional interest in, and lived experience of, disability, offering additional understanding of how disability, accessibility and identity may shape a person’s life and wellbeing.
She provides online psychotherapy to clients across Ireland, allowing them to access support from a private and comfortable space without the additional demands of travel.