Mr. Barry Watters is a professional qualified and accredited integrative therapist, with an BA (Hons) degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy from IICP Dublin. He has also studied Integrative Counselling with the University of Ulster. He is a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), which adhere to a strict code of ethics and practice.
Barry has being involved in one-to-one counselling/ psychotherapy since 2010. He has a wide range of experience working with adult and adolescent clients of all ages, gender and diversity. He has worked closely with clients dealing with suicidal ideation and addiction for many years. He believes that this work has given him valuable experience into some of the most common issues brought to counselling, including childhood trauma.
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As part of his continuing professional development, Barry attends seminars, conferences and workshops on various mental health issues. He also attends individual clinical supervision and group supervision monthly.
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Approach
Working as an integrative practitioner he uses a blended approach to suit the individual needs of the client. These approaches incorporate various frameworks along with therapeutic methods like humanistic/ person centered, psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness. All of which are deployed in a supportive environment where emphasis is placed on the relationship between client and therapist. This is cultivated on trust, empathy, genuineness, compassion and unconditional positive regard for you. I offer short term counselling and more long-term psychotherapy where required.
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Issues that commonly come up in therapy
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Panic Attacks
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Childhood Issues (Abuse, Neglect, Loss)
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Self-esteem
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Bereavement
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Work Related Stress
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Identity Issues
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Sexuality
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Illness
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Suicidal Ideation
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Addiction
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Fees
The fee is typically €70 per therapeutic hour session which consists of 50 minutes face-to-face time with the therapist.
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