Lecturers

MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy, B.Ed., Dip. In Counselling and Psychotherapy. Helen is an IACP-accredited humanistic and integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Following a diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy, she attained a Master’s in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Having achieved a diploma in advanced supervision across professions, a holistic and integrative approach, Helen also works as a clinical supervisor. Helen has had her private practice since 2011. She works predominantly with adults, adolescents and groups. Helen has worked for several organisations in Cork, and she currently provides one-to-one counselling and bereavement group facilitation for Cork Arc Cancer Support House. She has worked as a counsellor in a HSE residential unit for secondary treatment for substance misuse. Helen has extensive experience in working with anxiety, depression, grief, bullying, PTSD, and developmental trauma and is trained in EMDR. Formerly, Helen worked for 16 years as a primary school teacher; during which time she was one of the pioneers of Home-School-Community Liaison.

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.

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.

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.

BA in Psychology. PG Dip. MA in Psychotherapy.

Karen Prendergast is an IAHIP and ICP accredited humanistic and integrative counsellor and psychotherapist. Following a degree in psychology, she gained a postgraduate diploma and masters in Psychotherapy. Karen works in a Limerick city community service where she works as a psychotherapist.

Having achieved a diploma in advanced supervision across professions, a holistic and integrative approach, Karen also works as a clinical supervisor. Karen has her own private practice since 2018. She works predominantly with adults, couples, and groups.

She is an experienced English and German language teacher and gained valuable skill with the ISPCC as a Childline volunteer, team mentor and supervisor and with Aware as a support group facilitator. She currently provides group facilitation for West Limerick Resources and is a guest speaker, group, and course facilitator for the Migraine Association of Ireland.

Karen’s areas of interest include Post-Traumatic Stress disorder, Living with Chronic physical illness (CPI), Complex developmental trauma and selective mutism, Self-harm, suicide, and bereavement by suicide, Health anxiety, Munchausen syndrome and Munchausen syndrome by proxy and Forensic psychotherapy.

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.

MSc Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy,

Professional Diploma in Clinical Supervision,

Certified in Reality Therapy,

Certificate in Management,

Diploma in Addiction Studies,

Diploma in Counselling Skills,

Registered Psychiatric Nurse,

Registered General Nurse

Marie is an accredited Addiction Counsellor and Clinical Supervisor who has worked for the past 20 years as a Senior Counsellor in a HSE Addiction Service. Marie has extensive experience of both individual and group therapy as well as psychoeducational group work, using various evidence informed approaches and believing strongly in the importance of the relational aspects of therapy. Marie’s experience includes working in total abstinence programmes, harm reduction programmes, working with clients presenting with dual diagnosis, working with family members impacted by addiction and collaborative case management. She has also many years’ experience of managing a team of Addiction Counsellors.

Prior to entering the counselling field Marie trained and worked in both General and Psychiatric Nursing. Through her nursing work she developed an interest in working therapeutically in the field of addiction.

Dip in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy with Flastone Institute, Cork, Ireland, completed 2014

MSc in Integrative Psychotherapy from Metanoia Institute, London, UK, completed in 2019

Marika Mikulak teaches on the Certificate programme. She initially trained as a psychotherapist in Cork and then completed her post-graduate psychotherapy studies at Metanoia Institute, London. 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 Middlesex University.

Martin holds a Diploma and BSc (Hons) Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from PCI College validated by Middlesex University. His post-graduate training includes a Cert in Relational Gestalt Therapy from Dublin Gestalt Centre and a Cert in Co-Creational psychotherapy with Dr Tony Humphreys (IARM). His continuing professional development includes Individual Gestalt Therapy and Gestalt Couples Therapy (GATLA) and further couples training in Emotion-Focused Therapy and the Gottman Method. Martin is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). He is currently undergoing training in Gestalt Supervision with the Dublin Gestalt Centre. In line with the ethical codes of this professional body, he completes further training each year and attends regular clinical supervision as well as his own personal therapy.

Counselling and Psychotherapeutic Approach
In addition to his training in humanistic and integrative psychotherapy, Martin has over fifteen years of experience in the field of mindfulness and personal development. He uses this training, knowledge and experience to facilitate and work with whatever a client may bring to a session. He endeavours to create a safe, supportive and confidential space for each person to explore their personal challenges at their own pace.

Counselling Experience and Areas of Interest
He has experience working with both individuals and couples, encompassing couples of all sexual orientation including same-sex, on a wide range of issues including (but not limited to) anxiety and depression, addiction, anger management, low self-esteem, bereavement, sexuality, sexual abuse, addiction, intimacy and relationship issues, sports injuries, work-related issues and post-traumatic stress.

B.Sc (Hons) Counselling & Psychotherapy Post grad (Lev 9) in Teaching in Further Education,

Cert in Needs Assessing & supporting students with Disabilities in 3rd level,

Accord cert in Marriage Education.

Mary has worked on the PCI Certificate programme, Blended Learning, CPD days for trainee counsellors and Personal Development workshops. Her special interests are in the Theorists, Counselling skills and in the use of creativity in therapy and learning.

She works in the area of student welfare and mental health. She is a teacher of QQI Humanities modules and a champion for the Student Assistance Programme and promotes information on consent workshops.

Mary is involved in supporting students/adults with specific learning difficulties or disabilities in further education. She is involved in promoting a ‘Minding Your Head’ campaign and has written guidance on ‘New Beginnings’ for students moving away to college. Above all Mary looks to inspire others to become their best selves.

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.

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.

BSc (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy,

BA (Hons) English and History,

MA (Research) Women’s Studies,

Rape Crisis Network Ireland Counsellor,

Crisis Pregnancy Counsellor,

Jungian Psychology and Art Therapy.

Nicola is an accredited psychotherapist working in private practice in Limerick. She has coordinated a dedicated support service for adult learners and student parents at Mary Immaculate College since 2007 and previously worked as part of the Counselling Team at Limerick Social Services Centre. Nicola is a registered counsellor with Rape Crisis Network Ireland. She has significant experience in the provision of pregnancy counselling/support and a background in Women’s reproductive and sexual health. She is particularly interested in supporting clients with life events and transitions, and working in relationship to heal past wounds. She is passionate about Psychotherapy and Adult learning and is delighted to bring her experience in both areas to PCI, having trained herself with PCI (2007-2010). Nicola works from a person-centred, relational approach, and brings an interest in depth psychology and spirituality, which centres on a deep respect for the individual and the journey to self.

MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy from Dublin Counselling and Therapy Centre

Nuala McDonnell is a counsellor and therapist working in private practice in Cork city. She trained in humanistic and integrative psychotherapy with the Flatstone Institute and holds an MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy from Dublin Counselling and Therapy Centre. Nuala is accredited with IAHIP and works with adolescents and adults. She also works with groups of adults facilitating groups in Women’s Wellbeing, Effective Communication, Managing Stress in our Daily Lives and Personal Development. In addition, Nuala is a part time lecturer in UCC on the Social and Psychological Health Studies Diploma course.

Nuala has a background of working in education and disability services and is a member of ICP.

 

B. Social Science;

Dip in Life and Exceutive Coaching;

Masters of Philosophy in Ethnic and Racial Studies;

B. in Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Oonagh Hogan works as a psychotherapist (IACP), trainer and lecturer. She also continues to work with the HSE has worked with this organisation for over 20 years. Oonagh joined PCI College in 2015 and predominantly lectures in the areas of Skills and Personal Development. In recent years Oonagh has trained extensively in the area of Mindfulness and incorporates this practice into her lecturing, client work and into her facilitation of retreats and group work.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist

Padraig is an accredited member of ICP as a Counsellor & Psychotherapist since 2004 and has been working as a supervisor since 2017. He has worked as a counsellor in a HSE residential unit for substance misuse and trauma and runs a successful private practice providing one to one therapy to clients with dual diagnosis presentations, along with his supervision work. As a past student of PCI, training to become a supervisor, he has further training in the areas of CBT, DBT and EMDR.

As I’m in a matured stage of life I value my leisure time and enjoy reading fiction, music, swimming and as much time in sunny climate as I can get.

Patricia is an experienced Counsellor and Supervisor with over 25 years of varied counselling and supervision practice, so including 13 years with the HSE . I am also fully accredited with the Irish Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists.

Following my work with the HSE I establish a private practice based in Fitzwilliam square specialising in the following areas:

• Trauma
• Anxiety
• Psychosexual Health
• Gender/Relationships
• Workplace Stress
• Bereavement
• General Counselling

One of my principal areas of activity is psychosexual work and I am a member of the Institute for Psychosexual Medicine (IPM) and the Society for the Study of Sexually Transmitted Diseases in Ireland (SSSTDI). To maintain continuous professional development I attend ongoing seminars with both organisations and am currently engaged in the IPM diploma course.

In my spare time I am an avid reader and gardener. I travel extensively and enjoy swimming and walking.