The therapists behind Dóchas
Two experienced clinicians dedicated to understanding the human mind, fostering resilience, and helping people live with greater freedom.
About Ciara
As a UKCP-accredited and BPC-registered Psychotherapist, I am qualified to provide Psychotherapy and Counselling to clients with a variety of requirements. I am also a UKCP accredited Supervisor and have supervised trainees and established psychotherapists working in a variety of clinical settings.
My person-centred relational style places a strong emphasis on providing my clients with a nonjudgmental, empathic relationship. Having continued my training in psychodynamic therapy, I am adept at considering the unconscious aspects of your presentation, such that we can progress beyond a logical understanding of your needs to an understanding that gets to the root of things.
“This approach has resulted in my assisting numerous clients with deeply rooted and persistent issues to understand themselves and discover the keys to their own inner peace.”
Despite the fact that we all desire instantaneous solutions to the areas of our lives that are causing us inner turmoil, the path to lasting freedom necessitates a lengthy period of exploration. Many factors will determine how long you will need to be in therapy, but ultimately, it will be up to you to determine when you feel ready to leave.
Although I have worked with clients on a shorter-term basis and would do so again, signing up for longer-term work enables a much deeper understanding of oneself and consequently produces longer lasting results. I offer both in-person and virtual consultations on a weekly and biweekly basis.
Extensive experience, unwavering commitment
I am a highly experienced clinician dedicated to helping individuals achieve deep insight and lasting transformation.
I am a registered Psychoanalyst with the Society of Analytical Psychology and a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with the Council for Psychoanalysis and Jungian Analysis.
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I have worked extensively across complex mental health services, including:
- Psychiatric and personality disorder treatment in forensic settings
- NHS specialist units and Community Mental Health Teams
- Private treatment centres for addiction and health
For the past 10 years, I have served as Clinical Director, leading and developing services for individuals with complex mental health needs. My commitment extends to performance psychology, supporting adults and adolescents in sport to enhance development and optimise performance.
“I believe that one of the most powerful things we can offer is time and space to be truly listened to. Being deeply heard is not just comforting — it is a profoundly transformative, educational, and healing experience.”
Depth, meaning, and transformation
I offer a safe, confidential, and reflective space for you to explore your inner world, understand recurring patterns, and work through challenges.
My practice is rooted in classical psychoanalytic and Jungian principles. Whether we engage in intensive psychoanalysis or regular psychoanalytic psychotherapy, the focus remains on achieving depth, meaning, and fundamental transformation in your life.
The demands of modern life and the pressures affecting work, home, and relationships have made finding dedicated, high-quality mental health support more critical than ever.
When you come to therapy, you bring your hopes, questions, and experiences. Together, we create the conditions for insight and growth. The process is unique to you, and while the outcome cannot be predicted, it can be meaningful and life-changing.
What we offer
When you come to therapy, you bring your hopes, questions, and experiences. Together, we create the conditions for insight and growth. The process is unique to you, and while the outcome cannot be predicted, it can be meaningful and life-changing.
Dedicated Time and Space
Attention and a safe environment to explore what truly matters to you.
30+ Years of Expertise
Decades of clinical experience in psychoanalysis, psychotherapy, and mental health leadership.
Real, Lasting Change
A collaborative and open-ended process focused on dialogue, not a quick-fix solution.
Depth and breadth of expertise
Psychoanalysis & Psychotherapy
In-depth, long-term therapeutic work drawing on psychodynamic and psychoanalytic traditions to foster lasting insight and change.
Personality Disorders & Forensic Mental Health
Specialist experience across forensic settings, offering informed and compassionate support for complex presentations.
Addiction & Recovery
Supporting individuals through the complexities of addiction with a relational, non-judgmental approach rooted in understanding.
Performance Psychology for Sport
Helping athletes — adults and adolescents — develop mental resilience, focus, and confidence in competitive environments.
Clinical Supervision
Providing reflective, developmental supervision for therapists and counsellors at all stages of their professional journey.
Complex Mental Health
Long-term, depth-focused therapy for those experiencing persistent and multifaceted mental health challenges.
What sets our practice apart
Depth and Expertise
Over 30 years of experience ensuring a profound and knowledgeable approach.
Personalised Care
Every session is tailored specifically to your unique needs, not a one-size-fits-all solution.
Safe and Confidential
A professional space where you can speak freely and be heard without judgement.
Proven Methods
Rooted in time-tested psychoanalytic and Jungian principles for lasting change.
Professional memberships
Ready to take the next step?
Whether you have questions or are ready to book a consultation, we'd love to hear from you.