Bernadette Fitzgerald

Like many people today, I came to the field of mental health as a second career.  It is my passion. 

As a counsellor and psychotherapist committed to the ethical and practical delivery of evidence-based therapies, I can help you explore solutions that support change. I know you want to be heard but also to move ahead. I believe you have many of the answers within you.

Whether these challenges are expressed as emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression or substance misuse, my training in psychology and counselling combined with my ongoing commitment to personal and professional development and expert supervision is at your disposal.

 

My therapeutic preference is evidence-based therapies. That means therapies that have been researched and shown to be effective. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is particularly effective for those requiring distress tolerance skills, improved emotion regulation and increased interpersonal effectiveness. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) emphasises values-driven behaviour and mindful awareness of the moment. Emotionally Focused Therapy For Couples (EFT) utilises the wisdom of the felt-sense of unease or distress to integrate present challenges and build secure attachments. Secure attachment between couples can be grown regardless of your original attachment style.    

 

In my private practice I work with individuals and couples in relationship distress.  As a therapist with DBT Psychology Clinic I work with groups and individuals in a comprehensive DBT program.  I am active within the community as a volunteer at The Overcomers Place, an addictions recovery day program.  

 

I maintain professional membership with PACFA, ICEEFT, ACEFT and am currently undertaken further professional training in Buddhism and Psychotherapy with AABCAP.  

 

To read a little bit more about me or be in contact, please click on this link

 

www.bernadettefitzgerald.com