Our Team

PG Certificate Clinical Leadership – Kings College London Diploma in Cognitive Therapy – University of Oxford Doctorate Counselling Psychology – City University, London M.Sc. Counselling Psychology – City University, London B.A. (Hons) Psychology – University of Sussex

Chartered Psychologist with 25 years experience of clinical practice, leadership, training and research across a variety of setting including NHS, voluntary sector & academia. At PCI I am mainly involved in the MSc in CBT. My clinical specialities are complex trauma, clinical leadership and CBT

Doctorate Counselling Psychology, MA Addiction Studies, BA Psychology.

Dr Paul Hayes is a Senior Counselling Psychologist, a chartered member of the Psychological Society of Ireland, and works with the Health Service Executive in adult mental health. He first undertook psychology undergraduate studies more than 25 years ago in University College Dublin. Paul developed an interest in evidence-based person-centred models of treatment after completing a Master’s in Addiction Studies in 2004 and worked for several years in a residential addiction treatment setting specifically designed with this ethos at its core. He gained an Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (ACI) accreditation and became a Motivational Interviewing Network of Trainers (MINT) before pursuing the Doctorate in Counselling Psychology at Trinity College Dublin in 2009. Paul’s work brought him to a variety of well-known residential addiction treatment settings, where he worked for 10 years. He has also worked in primary care psychology, inpatient mental health settings, early intervention teams, CAMHS, and psycho-oncology before taking up his current role implementing the Talking Therapies Model of Care with the HSE. Although primarily regarding himself as a practitioner, Paul enjoys the diversity that a career in counselling allows, including assessment, managing, supervising, research, and training early career counsellors and psychotherapists. Dr Hayes was delighted to join PCI College in 2017, where his role has included lecturing and research supervision. He is current Programme Leader for the MSc. in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Psychology & Sociology degree, PHD Sociology & Healthcare.

Dr. Teresa Graham works in private practice as a Counselling Psychologist, has a degree in Psychology and Sociology from University College Cork, an MA in Sociology from WIT a PHD in Sociology from the University of Limerick, a Diploma in Counselling from the Institute of Counselling in Glasgow, a Diploma in Psychology from the Open University and a Diploma in Life Coaching from Newcastle College. She belongs to the British Psychological Association, and is qualified to carry out psychometric assessments, Is a Certified Mediator, specialising in family mediation, and mediation through separation and divorce and is member of the Irish Professional Mediators Organisation, and an Associate with Arc Mediation, Waterford. , Teresa lectures in Sociology at degree level for DCU and Counselling at foundation and degree level for PCI College, Dublin. She has been accepted by the Court Services as being qualified to do child assessments in Family Law cases and has been doing this work for thirteen years, is a patient advocate and her research interests include health care and personal development. Has acted as External Examiner for Galilee House and MTU.

MSc. Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy

Dip. BSc. (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy

H. Dip. In Integrative Adolescent Psychotherapy

Dip. Child Psychology. Dip. Life & Business Coaching. MIACP MICF

Eileen Hopkins is an accredited Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychotherapist, Life, Career & Public Speaking Coach, a Certified Trainer & Professional Speaker. Having worked for over 30 years in nursing and management, Eileen has witnessed the impacts of stress and burnout firsthand, and this fuels her passion for emotional health, resilience, and personal development.



Eileen is an award-winning international speaker, and she recently delivered a TEDx talk entitled: ‘Living beyond your labels’. Eileen believes that everyone has the potential to live a happy and fulfilled life despite the many obstacles’ life can throw in their way.



An accredited member of IACP and ICF. Eileen currently lectures on the BSc. Counselling & Psychotherapy and on our Certificate Programme.

MA Creative Psychotherapy (Humanistic and Integrative Modality), PG Diploma Play Therapy, BA Applied Social Studies in Social Care

Eleanor is an accredited Child and Adolescent Psychotherapist. As a lecturer with PCI College, she will be bringing her experience in supporting children, adolescents and their families in her private practice in Kinnegad, Co, Meath, and within organisations and schools in Ireland. Alongside her work as an adult educator delivering QQI Special Needs Assisting and Child Psychology courses, Eleanor has enjoyed delivering talks and workshops for participants which focus on sensory play, parenting and inclusion.

Diploma in Hotel and Catering Management from DIT (TU Dublin), Certificate in Employment Law (IBEC) from National College of Ireland (NCI), Certificate in Professional Personnel Practice from NCI

Emily is responsible for HR and Health and Safety Administration at PCI College and supports the college in maintaining and updating HR and Health and Safety standards. She is an HR and administration professional with over 25 years of experience in HR and administrative roles in the hospitality, recruitment, pharmaceutical, and higher education sectors. She studied HR (CIPD) and employment law (IBEC) in The National College of Ireland and completed a diploma in Hotel and Catering Management in DIT (TU Dublin). She is an associate member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

Dip. BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy

Ericka is a fully accredited Psychotherapist with an Honours Degree from PCI College. She has been working as a therapist since 2017 and facilitates collaborative therapy through integrative styles. At the heart of her work is safety and empathy based on her core development in humanistic counselling, but she has further training and experience in psychodynamic therapy. Ericka values the relationship between client and therapist as the most important aspect of her work and works with her clients to establish a secure sense of trust and belonging. This is the foundation to a safe working space where clients can explore the ins and outs of their pain.

Ericka Lecturers across the Certificate & BSc in Counselling & Psychotherapy Her love of psychotherapy and education merges these two worlds, and she brings that into her teaching style. She relies on vulnerability and psychological safety as keys to success in the creation of a psychotherapist. Ericka also holds the position of Student Development & Progression Officer for our Year 1 Students in Dublin. The role as Student Development and Progression Officer (SDPO) is at the heart of this Care Team and a direct point of contact for both students and lecturers concerning actively supporting the development of the therapist in training throughout their programme.

MA in Human Geography from UCC

As Head of Operations, Ethan has overall responsibility for the Student Services and Programmes Office. He works closely with the senior academic team to ensure that the college policies, procedures, and infrastructure are up to date, aligned with the expectations of our validators, and conform to best-practice standards. Ethan acts as a liaison between the strategic management team and the college’s administrative managers to ensure the practical implementation of the college’s strategic vision. Working to optimise administrative processes so they are easier to navigate for the student as the end user.

Ethan also serve as a member on several key college committees and meetings, such as the Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity committee, the Academic Council, and the Head of Departments Meeting, where I work cross-departmentally to implement practical changes within the college.

BSC Counselling & Psychotherapy,

Advanced Diploma Supervision,

Diploma couples counselling,

Post Grad cert CBT,

Cert in Mindfulness based cognitive therapy,

Cert in the developmental model of couples therapy.

Gael Kilduff is an IACP-accredited therapist and supervisor with a career spanning over 25 years. Initially specialising in Relationship and Couples Counselling, Gael went on to further study in the area of counselling & psychotherapy and has worked for many years in Athlone Counselling Practice, which she co-founded in 2009. Along with her practice work, she also worked on behalf of the Longford Westmeath Educational Training Board, offering psychological support to teenagers and young adults. In more recent years, she expanded her practice to include supervision with a special interest in fostering reflective practice among therapists and guidance counsellors. Gael has, for the last fifteen years, focused additional efforts on counselling education and now holds the position of Associate Academic Director with PCI College, where her primary responsibilities encompass leading the lecturing team and ensuring all programmes meet the quality standards required by the college and any respective validation/accrediting bodies.

Dip. BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Diploma in Traumatology & PTSD. EMDR trained practitioner.

Dip in Neuromuscular therapy. MIACP.

Gavin is an accredited Counsellor/ Psychotherapist with a particular interest in Trauma studies. His interest is in how trauma in many ways manifests as both emotional disturbance and/or physical pain, the mind-body connection. Prior to studying Psychotherapy Gavin qualified as a Physical & Neuromuscular therapist in 2006 and has over 16 years’ experience treating muscular pain and injury and is a member of ANMPT. He had worked in clinical practice before setting up in private practice in 2013. Gavin works from a humanistic and psychodynamic perspective. He places importance on the therapeutic relationship and views this as the foundation to creating a safe and confidential space where people can talk without fear of judgement. Also holding the position of Student Development & Progression Officer for our Year 3 Students in Dublin. The role as Student Development and Progression Officer (SDPO) is at the heart of this Care Team and a direct point of contact for both students and lecturers concerning actively supporting the development of the therapist in training throughout their programme.

BA, MA, MIAPTP, MIACP

Gayle is an integrative psychotherapist, clinical supervisor, play therapist, writer, and conference speaker. Gayle has maintained a therapy practice since 2004. She has extensive experience in community and clinical settings. Gayle has an interest in the area of complex trauma, is a consultant to residential and specialist therapeutic services, and is a member of Disability Psychotherapy Ireland’s Steering Group.

As Programme Leader of the BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy, Gayle draws on extensive experience in higher education and has postgraduate qualifications in teaching and learning. These enrich her leadership of the programme and support her commitment to student-centred, experiential, and trauma-informed education, with a strong focus on reflective practice, ethics and clinical application.

 

MSc Counselling Skills and Therapeutic Communication/ BESS Information & Library Studies / BA LITERATURE/ BSc Sociology / L6 Cert in Therapeutic Supervision / L5 Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapeutic Skills and Theory / DipHe Counselling

Georgina is an Academic Lecturer of PCI College in the Belfast area

Dip. Counselling & Psychotherapy ( PCI College) , BSc Counselling & Psychotherapy ( PCI),PG Cert Child & Adolscent (PCI), Dip. Integrative Supervision (IIPC), Dip in Adolescent Psychotherapy( Greenane Centre)

Georgina provides group supervision to students during the clinical phase of their training, supporting the integration of academic learning into clinical practice. She facilitates a reflective space where students can develop their skills and confidence in working with clients. In her role as SDPO, she offers pastoral support, helping students navigate personal or academic challenges that may impact their progress. She also acts as a liaison between students and the college to ensure they feel supported throughout their training journey.

PhD in Art History and Criticism from Technological University Dublin (2021) , BSc Creative and Cultural Industries from Dublin Institute of Technology (2015) With a background in academic lecturing and research, Gráinne is committed to providing excellent third level education experiences for students and staff. As the Senior Examinations & Compliance Officer, she manages the life cycle of assignments, supporting students and staff throughout these processes, and oversees ethical compliance with academic and practical aspects of our courses.

BSc(Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy Hannah currently a pre-accredited integrative, person-centred therapist in the process of applying for my full accreditation. I completed four years of training in Counselling and Psychotherapy with the ICHAS. The college was based in Limerick, with my training delivered through their campus in Griffith College. Whilw studying, Hannah also worked as a carer for three years. This experience was hugely formative, strengthening my patience, empathy, and ability to support individuals with a wide range of needs, including clients with disabilities. It gave her a deep appreciation for the importance of compassion, accessibility, and dignity in care and therapeutic work. Hannah’s approach is integrative, with person-centred therapy at the heart of clinical practice with empathy, authenticity, and unconditional positive regard, alongside other therapeutic modalities where appropriate, to meet each client’s individual needs. Hannah havs experience supporting a wide range of presentations, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief and loss, trauma, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, attachment-related concerns, burnout, caregiver stress, emotional regulation challenges, identity exploration, life transitions, and personal development, also working with clients experiencing suicidal ideation and self-harm thoughts, always practising within ethical guidelines and with appropriate supervision. As a therapist, she aims to create a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where clients feel truly heard and understood. In her role as a coordinator, she brings the same supportive ethos, mindful of the pressures students may face, particularly around placement hours and client allocation, aiming to manage scheduling thoughtfully to reduce stress and ensure a welcoming, organised environment. From the very first intake call, the priority is that clients feel heard, reassured, and safe, fostering a positive and supportive experience, helping clients feel comfortable and confident in taking the first step towards therapy

Masters in Counselling and Psychotherapy from ICHAS, Diploma in Supervision across Professions from ICPPD, Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Kerry Counselling Centre, B.Ed. from MICE Limerick Helen is an Academic Lecturer on the BSc in Counselling and Psychotherapy at PCI College. She is an IACP-accredited Counsellor, EMDR Practitioner, Psychotherapist, and Supervisor at Private Practice. Helen is also a Counsellor and Group Facilitator at Cork Arc Cancer Support House

BA Honours in English from the University of Valladolid (Spain)

Isabel is a Senior Administrative Officer in the Student Services Department at PCI College, where she supports the Student Services Manager in delivering high-quality student support across admissions, registry, finance, and the overall student experience. Since joining the department in October 2022 and progressing to a senior role in March 2025, she has played a key role in coordinating student records, tuition fee processes, Garda Vetting, and institutional support systems. Her areas of expertise include student engagement, policy implementation, and the planning and administration of Programme Voice Group meetings and graduation ceremonies. With a professional background in English language teaching, she brings a strong commitment to clear communication, structured planning, and continuous improvement in student services, developed through her progression into education administration at PCI College.

C. Psychol. PSI, MIACP

Jade is a chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and is an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). Jade is the Academic Director in PCI College, overseeing and delivering the training of Counselling & Psychotherapy programmes from Certificate up to Master’s level. Jade is a Counsellor/Therapist within the HSE Counselling in Primary Care team and consults as a member of a Clinical Team within a residential care setting.



Jade currently holds the role of Cathaoirleach for the IACP, and has a strong passion and interest in counselling and psychotherapy pedagogy, which is evident through her work in PCI College.

BSc (Hons) Couns/Psych.,

Advanced Certified Schema Therapist  (Trainer & Supervisor);

Schema Couples Therapist;

Diploma in Mindfulness & Wellbeing;

Professional Cert in CBT.

Jean is an accredited member of both the Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy (IACP) and the International Society for Schema Therapy (ISST). She runs a busy private practice from Celbridge Wellness in Co. Kildare. Her work today is mainly as a Schema Therapist (having completed her training in 2013) dealing with more chronic longer-term problems associated with conditions such as Borderline Personality disorder and emotional instability. She is one of the founding members of the Schema Therapy Association of Ireland (STAI) and is an active Committee Member working to promote and enhance the practice of Schema Therapy in Ireland. (www.STAIreland.com). She is involved in both supervising and training Schema Therapy in Ireland, having presented the model to the Counselling Doctoral students in Trinity College and at the University of Ulster in Derry (Magee College). Jean has also undertaken the accredited training as a Schema Couples therapist in New York in 2019 and is working towards certified standard. This allows her to incorporate the Schema model concepts into relationship work.

She is also a core tutor and part-time lecturer for PCI College on both their BSc Programme and their Professional Certificate Programme and presents many of their CPD workshop days, specifically the Introduction to Schema Therapy, CBT for Weight Management and Emotional Intelligence and has delivered mental health awareness training to senior management and staff at Iarnród Éireann (Irish Rail), the Irish Wheelchair Association and the Midlands branch of the Irish Guidance Counsellors, among others.

As well as her post-graduate training in Schema Therapy and in CBT she is also specifically trained to work in the area of sexual addiction and compulsivity; and to provide therapeutic support via an online medium, having completed the recognised training via the BACP / Online Training Institute UK. She is a certified FETAC trainer and holds a Diploma in Mindfulness and Wellbeing which she incorporates into her clinical practice.

Founder of Jen Cameron Wellness Centre, based in Sallins, Co Kildare.



Relationship Therapist [Dip]



Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapist [Hons BA]



Cross Cultural Supervisor [Dip]



Body Work Kundalini Therapist [Dip]



Podcast Host ‘ The Power of YOU’



IACP Accredited Member



Jen believes the gateway to all healing begins with being seen, heard & understood. Jen believes through over 20 years of her own experience with physical, mental, emotional and energetic healing that there is a place for many therapies in our world of healing., therefore Jen works consistently with a wrap around model approach, consciously working with the client as a whole person , mind & body connected.