Our Team

BA Communications, HDip Counselling & Psychotherapy, MA Psychotherapy

Jena is an accredited counsellor/psychotherapist, having completed a Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy and an MA in Psychotherapy. She has been working in a clinical capacity for the past five years. She draws from an Integrative and Humanistic approach in her therapeutic work. In her role as Placement Strategy & Development Lead, Jena oversees the development and expansion of student placements across all programmes, including the PCI Counselling Service. Jena establishes and maintains Quality Assurance best practices for placements, ensuring compliance with current and prospective regulatory standards for the counselling and psychotherapy profession.

I began my journey in counselling in 2003 and am a fully accredited therapist with the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP). I hold two Master’s degrees: one in Counselling and Psychotherapy and another in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). In addition, I am trained in EMDR and trauma-focused approaches.



My work is rooted in supporting young people, with a particular specialism in trauma. I have worked locally and internationally within organisations to support adult and children’s emotional and psychological wellbeing, providing both direct therapeutic support and consultation. I have extensive experience within the charity sector in Northern Ireland and have been lecturing for 15 years. I am also currently completing a third Master’s degree in Psychology, continuing to deepen my knowledge and clinical practice.



Alongside my professional work, I am a dedicated practitioner of yoga and meditation, both of which support my wellbeing and therapeutic presence. My greatest teacher, however, is my 10-year-old daughter—she constantly reminds me of the importance of presence, curiosity and play.

BA Hons Psychology; MA Hons Addiction; Dip CBT; Certificate Adult Ed.

John is a psychologist and CBT practitioner specialising in anxiety disorders as well as OCD and related disorders. He has been in private practice since 2016 and works with both adults and children. In the past he worked in a training and education capacity in both Aware and Barnardos. As well as his clinical work he provides consultative training programmes to schools and community groups in the areas of Bullying (specifically Cyber-bullying), teacher training ( for school well-being), and Mental Health workshops. John is the Head of Year 1 of the Bsc Programme and the Programme Leader of the Online Cert in Psychology.

Prof.Dip in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy. MIAHIP

Josephine is a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience across private practice and a range of therapeutic and organisational settings. She is known for her compassionate, client‑centred approach, offering a safe, grounded space where individuals can explore their emotional world, heal, and grow. Josephine has extensive specialist expertise in suicide ideation, suicide intervention, clinical risk management, and governance, as well as many years of working directly with individuals affected by suicide bereavement. Her clinical background also includes specialised adolescent psychotherapy and a wide spectrum of bereavement work, informed by both advanced training and deep clinical practice. In addition, she has significant experience supporting individuals impacted by child sexual abuse, approaching this work with sensitivity, skill, and utmost care. Alongside her clinical work, Josephine has over 8 years’ experience in counselling service management, where she has led teams, developed clinical frameworks, and upheld best‑practice governance within complex environments. She is committed to creating collaborative, ethical, and supportive spaces where both clients and practitioners can thrive. Her leadership style reflects the same values that underpin her therapeutic approach with empathy, respect, and a strong belief in each person’s capacity for change. She is delighted to now lead PCI Counselling Service. 

BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy

Adv Dip Clinical Supervision

Dip Family Support and Crisis Intervention

Judy is an accredited integrative Psychotherapist and Clinical Supervisor currently working in private practice and lecturing. With over ten years’ experience of working with people of all ages and life stages in a variety of group and individual settings, Judy feels that an integrative approach using psychoeducation is key in empowering people on their healing journey. Judy previously worked in Pieta House for a number of years as a Senior Psychotherapist. Her work there involved working with Children, Adolescents and Adults, involving initial assessment and follow up treatment. Aswell as lecturing with PCI College, Judy also lectures with the University of Limerick on a number of courses and she also runs personal development workshops and courses from her Holistic Health shop RaiseZen.

Currently in the final year of BSc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy (PCI College), BA Humanities – Psychology Major (DCU), Diploma in Early Childhood Education (Liberties College)

Karen provides administrative support to the Academic Director and the Associate Academic Director, ensuring that high standards of quality and service are maintained at all times. Liaising closely with the Academic Director, Link Tutors, Programme Leaders and Department Heads across all programmes, managing programme materials, including quality assurance oversight. Karen’s administrative experience, IT skills, project management and research skills are key elements of her role. She is in her final year of the BSc (Hons) Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy here at PCI College.

Kayna works in the Student Services department and supports students throughout their academic journey. Her role combines both administrative and financial responsibilities. She regularly engages with students through phone and email, providing guidance, resolving queries, and ensuring a positive and supportive experience.

PHD in Psychotherapy & Spirituality

Faculty lecturer and Chair of PCI College Research & Ethics Committee, Kris is a Core Tutor for number of groups in PCI College and lecturer on BSc and MSc Programmes. He is also an IACP and EAC accredited therapist and specialises in therapy of depression.



Kris has an interest in subject of trauma and research methodologies within field of counselling and psychotherapy.

Diploma in Humanistic & Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy,

Diploma in suicidology PCI.

Louise is a qualified Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with specialised training in Suicidology. Louise has been working with PCI College for the past 11 years in various roles initially as the counselling service coordinator role. Louise is one of our Senior Lecturers on our Certificate in Counselling & Psychotherapy, mentoring new lecturers onto the programme for the past 11 years and preparing students for the BSc. Since 2018 Louise has been in the role of Clinical Manager across programmes at PCI College. Louise has been supporting students in all clinical practice-related aspects of their training as well as writing, implementing, and monitoring clinical policies and procedures for PCI College’s BSc and our three MSc programmes. In her non-professional life, Louise is passionate about diversity, specifically Cultural Diversity and Cultural Integration. Louise spends most of her free time learning, singing, and teaching traditional folk songs from the Republic of Georgia!

Bsoc Sc (Social Science) UCC 2003,

Bsc Counselling & Psychotherapy PCI 2013,

MA in Gender, Culture & Society UL 2017

Margaret lectures first, second and third years on a range of topics including Humanistic theories, Cognitive Behavioural Therapies, and Counselling skills, as well as supervising thesis projects. As Head of Undergraduate programmes, she oversees all elements of the BSc and Certificates course. Margaret has degrees in Social Science Counselling & Psychotherapy and a Master’s in Gender Studies. She has her own counselling practice and has extensive experience working in community development. Margaret also leads PCI Podcast “Therapists Talk Therapy”

MSc in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, Professional Diploma in Clinical Supervsion from DCU, Diploma in Addiction Studies from TCD, Certificate in Choice Theory/Reality Therapy, Diploma in Counsellig Skills, Certificate in Management, Registered Psychiatric Nurse, Registered General Nurse

Marie lectures on the MSc in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy, and has also delivered CPD workshops for PCI College, as well as having experience in lecturing in other higher education institutions

She brings over 20 years of experience as a Senior Counsellor within a non-residential HSE Addiction Service, where she has led a team of counsellors. Marie has extensive experience in both individual and group therapy, integrating a range of evidence-informed approaches. She places particular emphasis on the relational aspects of therapy, which underpin her therapeutic philosophy and practice.

MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Metanoia Institute, Dip in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy from Flatstone Institute

Marika Mikulak teaches on the Certificate programme, marks case studies and is involved in the moderation process. She is an accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP). She has a private practice and she has also worked as an addiction counsellor, primarily in homeless services.

BSc Counselling & Psychotherapy. Diploma in Relational Gestalt Supervision. Post-Grad Diploma Co-Creational Psychotherapy. Diploma in Relational Gestalt Psychotherapy. Couples Therapist.

Martin is an accredited psychotherapist, supervisor, couples therapist, and trainer. I have been an associate lecturer with PCI College for a number of years. He first started teaching on the Certificate Course. Martin loves teaching students at the very beginning of their psychotherapy journey. Along with a fun and enthusiastic energy. He bring a wealth of experience from my life and private practice to help and teach students in these early days.

BSC (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy, Advanced Cert CBT 2008.

Mary O’Loughlin B.Sc Counselling & Psychotherapy (Hons) Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist working in private practice. Speciality working with couples, and with relationships in general.

Lecturer with PCI College for the past 15 years with a special interest in personal and professional development and am passionate about how important this is in the work of being a counsellor. Our own self-awareness is key to helping others.



Interests are reading, walking and listening to podcasts in the areas of mindfulness, breathing techniques and self-awareness.

BSC (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy from PCI College. Level 9 in Teaching Adults in Further Education from SETU. Cert in Access support in FE with Ahead..

Mary is a Lecturer in Personal Development and in the PCI Cert programme in Kilkenny. She is a Creative therapist with a background as an Access Officer supporting students with specific learning difficulties. Mary also has experience in supporting young adults in transition.

Maureen has been working for PCI College for over a year now. Her background is in sales and reception, holding certification in but not limited to; psychology, reception skills, medical practise ethics and skills. She was receptionist/acting practice manager for a busy medical surgery before coming to PCI College. Maureen is the first point of contact for all of our external calls and navigates where the calls need to sent to within our many departments. She has been a great hit with both lecturers and students for her efficient and helpful manner on the phone. Reception at PCI is under our Student Services team. Part of the role is to be linked in with the department in their many tasks in making sure our students have what they need during their time with us as PCI.

Diploma in Psychotherapy & Counselling,

Bachelor of Science (Hons) Psychology,

Diploma in Life and Business Coaching,

Diploma in Youth and Community Work,

Certificate in Youth Studies.

My name is Michael Fitzgerald and I am a Counsellor, Psychotherapist, Supervisor, Life & Business Coach, Counsellor Trainer, and Yoga Teacher. When I am not with my wife and two children, I am hill walking, surfing, running, swimming or cycling. I find exercise very complimentary to mental health. My approach to friendly, compassionate, supportive, and non-judgmental.



I have taught therapists locally, nationally and internationally. The process change is fundamental to counselling; the only guarantee I can give is that in life is that our perspective can be different if we choose it to be different. As well as training future therapists have a private practice where I work with individuals, couples, children, adolescents, and families.

Certificate in Child and Adolescent Psychotherapy IICP, Assist- Suicide first Aid,

Certificate in Trauma and addiction – Open College Network,

Certificate in Grief and Trauma – Open College Network,

BSC (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy Middlesex University,

Diploma Counselling and Psychotherapy PCI College.

Professional Diploma in Clinical Supervision (Level 9)

Michelle is an Integrative therapist practising since 2011. She spent numerous years working with individuals who have experienced sexual violence in their lives. Michelle works mostly in private practice working with adolescents and adults. Michelle is also a supervisor.



Michelle lecturers on the Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy programme.

Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Marketing & Strategy from Dublin Business School, Specialist Diploma in Social Media Marketing from the Digital Marketing Institute

Niamh is part of the marketing team and works as a content creator, overseeing digital content across the college, supporting communication across a range of channels. Her work includes the college’s podcast, email marketing, and organic digital content. She is also involved in video production from recording through to editing, along with designing graphics and creating content for multiple platforms. Niamh supports the digital strategy, helping to build PCI College’s brand presence and community while supporting student recruitment and engagement.

CPA Accountant PQ, IATI

As Finance Manager, Niamh is responsible for the financial wellbeing of the College, supporting all Heads of Department and the Board of Management bringing the College successfully through each academic year. Niamh is a qualified Accountant Technician, and part qualified Accountant CPA from CIT and Griffith College Cork & Dublin. Niamh has worked in Finance for over 20 years, starting her career in the IFC (International Finance Corporation) in Washington DC, following on to working in various SME’s and Multi-National experience as a Financial Analyst. Niamh provides valuable knowledge and experience in all areas of finance and is very focused on assisting Management in effective decision making and strategic growth.