Pat

Mr Pat Kavanagh

Psychotherapist

“My resolve is to help a person to achieve their objectives. I work in a friendly non-judgmental manner while being open, honest, objective and flexible. I also do outdoor therapy when required and weather is suitable.”

About Me

I aim to help you achieve your personal objectives within a friendly, non-judgmental space. My approach is open, honest, and flexible, focusing on what truly matters to you. We can work together to explore challenges and find clear paths forward. For those who benefit from a change of scenery, I also offer outdoor therapy when the weather is suitable. This adaptable style suits individuals seeking a direct, objective perspective to pursue their goals.

Approach

Helping you reach your objectives guides how I work: sessions move at a steady, practical pace, attentive and impartial while staying honest and flexible. From my base in Dublin I offer in-person, outdoor walks on fair days and remote sessions in English, so we choose the setting that suits you. In session we clarify priorities, explore patterns linked to stress, trauma or relationships, and agree on simple steps or reflections to try between appointments. This approach tends to suit people seeking direct, collaborative support to make change.
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Basic Information

In-person & Online

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Services

Services Offered:

  • Clinical Supervision

    Professional oversight and reflective practice for clinical practitioners, ensuring quality of care and supporting ongoing development.

  • Conflict Management

    Structured approaches to resolving disputes and improving communication between people in conflict, whether in relationships, families, or workplaces.

  • Corporate Workshops

    Mental health and well-being workshops delivered in workplace settings, covering topics like stress management, resilience, and communication.

  • Wellness Support

    Holistic support focused on overall well-being, including stress management, lifestyle balance, and building sustainable healthy habits.

  • Group Therapy

    Therapy conducted with a small group of people who share similar concerns, using peer interaction and diverse perspectives as part of the healing process.

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  • Psychotherapy

    In-depth therapeutic work that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting psychological change.

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  • Relationship Counseling

    Counselling for couples or partners focused on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional connection.

  • Stress Management

    Techniques and strategies for managing the body and mind's response to excessive demands, including relaxation, cognitive restructuring, and lifestyle changes.

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Works With:

  • Adolescents
  • Adults
  • Couples
  • Families
  • Groups
  • Individuals
  • Organisations

Area of Expertise

Scope of Practice:

  • Abuse

    Emotional, physical, or sexual mistreatment by another person that causes lasting psychological harm and disrupts a person's sense of safety.

  • Addiction

    A compulsive dependence on a substance or behaviour, such as alcohol, drugs, or gambling, that causes harmful consequences to health, relationships, or daily life.

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  • Anger

    An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.

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  • Anxiety

    Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.

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  • Grief & Loss

    The emotional, physical, and psychological response to the death of a loved one or another significant loss.

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  • Stress / Burnout

    The body and mind's response to prolonged or excessive demands. When sustained, it can lead to emotional exhaustion, detachment, and reduced functioning (burnout).

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  • Mood Disorder

    A category of mental health conditions, including depression and bipolar disorder, in which a person's emotional state is significantly and persistently disrupted.

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  • Family Issues

    Difficulties within the family system, including conflict, communication breakdown, blended family tensions, or intergenerational patterns, that affect individual and collective well-being.

  • PTSD

    Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, a condition that develops after a traumatic event, causing flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness.

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Professional Title:

  • Psychotherapist

    A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.

Credentials

Registrations

Irish Association for Counseling and Psychotherapy (IACP)

Counsellor/ Psychotherapist / Stress Management therapist/ Supervisor

Qualifications

Middlesex University, NUI Galway, PCI Clondalkin

Service Areas

Pat Kavanagh Portmarnock

In-person & Online

Dublin, Dublin

Ireland

CoDublin, Ireland