 Rose D. King
Bereavement Care
I work as a voluntary pastoral care worker at Dowdstown House. Bereavement care has always been central to my work since the tragic deaths of two of my brothers.
My relevant training includes a Social Work degree and employment in that area for some years with the Midland Health Board. I also obtained a diploma in Counselling from Lancaster University which lead to twelve years working with adolescents. I have a Masters Degree in Pastoral and Bereavement Care from Fordham University and a Diploma in Counselling Supervision from Middlesex University.
My relevant experience involved;
- Working with and training various bereavement groups over the past fifteen years, including training groups for Bethany Support in Dublin diocese.
- Setting up Meath Living Links to support families in Meath bereaved by suicide and giving ongoing training to the volunteers.
- Acting as the Meath Regional Director for Rainbows Ireland for thirteen years. Training volunteers and setting up 38 rainbows groups across the county as a support for children who have suffered parental separation and/or death.
- Setting up Dowdstown Counselling Services Ltd. to enable those in need of professional counselling to access it at an affordable cost.
- Working for the past 15 years with individuals and groups who have been bereaved. Endeavouring to support those who are experiencing normal or complicated grief, traumatic or sudden death.
 Judith Dowling
Counsellor and Psychotherapist
Educational Background
I studied at PCI College, Dublin and graduated with a BSc. (Hons.) in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I hold a Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy awarded by the Addiction Centre, Dublin. I am a graduate of NUI College, Maynooth and awarded a Diploma in Humanities in the subjects Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy. I also hold a Certificate in Addiction from NUI College, Maynooth. I am a graduate of Waverley College, Dublin and hold a Diploma (Hons.) in Holistic Massage (ITEC approved). I have completed further education in anger management, depression, anxiety, bereavement and self-esteem.
I am a member of IACP and I abide by the rules and Code of Ethics of this organisation. I attend regular supervision to ensure best practice
Approach to Therapy
My approach to therapy is integrative, non-judgmental and caring. I adopt a holistic approach and draw on a background which is psychodynamic and humanistic. I employ a number of therapies including Bereavement Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapy and Reality Therapy. My approach is supportive in helping clients cope with present problems and didactic in helping clients gain knowledge and insight into themselves and their difficulties and to develop coping skills and strategies to help deal with present or possible future struggle.
Areas of Speciality
Life crises; bereavement/loss; identity; separation/divorce/relationship break-ups and issues; anxiety/panic attacks/phobias; depression; stress; anger management; addiction; personal issues; self-esteem; self-discovery
Holistic Massage
I hold a Diploma in Holistic Massage and offer this service to the public generally. The use of massage has been used for the promotion and restoration of health since 3000BC. Massage can be used for relaxation, stimulation or rehabilitation of the whole body or part of it. Its main benefits and effects are that it is soothing and comforting. Since 75% of disease is thought to be caused by stress, massage, which reduces stress, may well improve health. Massage is also stimulating and encourages improved circulation, aids digestion, waste removal, invigorates and relaxes muscles, speeds up desquamation and promotes cell regeneration. Massage is also comforting and consequently massage has psychological as well as physiological benefits.
The benefits of availing of this service are that I offer a professional service and that it is holistic in essence, taking into account mind, body and spirit. I take a personal profile which helps me make a decision as to the type of massage best suited to each person and also offer home care advice in relation to lifestyle and general well-being
 Richard Lowry
Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Richard Lowry, a graduate of NUI Maynooth and the Tivoli Institute, is an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist. He is an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and adopts a person centred, integrative therapeutic approach with clients, incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) where appropriate. He works with most presenting issues but specialises in working with teens/adolescents, bereavement/loss, anxiety, depression and low self esteem. Richard also works as a student counsellor in local schools and as a trainer with Bethany Bereavement Support Group.
 Ryan Brooks
Couples Counsellor
Ryan has served as Dowdstown’s resident couples counsellor since 2008 after receiving his postgraduate training at DCU. His integrative individual and couples counselling combines Person-centered, Cognitive Behavioral, Humanistic, Psychodynamic, Systemic and Family Systems, Relational and Spirituality modalities to offers a holistic approach to a client’s needs. Ryan also has a BSc in Psychology and Applied Suicide Intervention (ASSIST) training.
Maria Durnin
Person Centred Counsellor
Specialist in Anxiety, Anger, Stress, Bereavement and Loss, Depression, Eating Disorders, Addiction, Relationship Counselling.
Nickoline Mc Givern M.I.A.C.P
 Counsellor/Psychotherapist
Nickoline works as a Counsellor/Psychotherapist with Dowdstown since 2004. She is an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counsellors and Psychotherapists. she holds a B.S.c (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy. She also holds a Diploma in Counselling/Psychotherapy and in Reflexology and Anatomy & Physiology. She has further post graduate training with the Dublin Rape Crisis Centre in sexual violence, rape and childhood sexual abuse. She has training with the Grof Transpersonal Institute and has trained in issues with spirituality, bodywork and breathwork. She has also training in couple Counselling and relationship issues.
Therapeutic Approach:
Nickoline work from a Person-Centred, Huministic, Jungian, Integrative modalities with a holistic approach to a clients needs.
For Whom:
Individuals, Adolescence, Students, Couples and Groups.
Paula Glynn
Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Life Coach
Paula Glynn is a professionally qualified Counsellor, Psychotherapist and Life Coach. Paula is a fully Accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy and adheres to their Code of Ethics which supports High Professional Standards.
Paula has worked with a number of Counselling Agencies in addition to her private practice. She has also worked as a facilitator with The Rainbows Group for the past 14 years. As part of her Continuous Professional Development Paula is completing her Honours Degree in Psychology.
Paula works with a Person Centered, Integrative Therapeutic methodology combining her acquired skills from a range of Theoretical Approaches including: Rogerian, Addiction Studies and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
Paula works with individuals presenting with most issues but her areas of expertise include working with Depression, Relationship issues, Childhood issues, Parenting concerns and she has extensive experience working with people who have been Bereaved and those who have unresolved and
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