Michelle Fahy is a fully qualified Biodynamic and Integrative Psychotherapist, who works as a Counsellor/ Psychotherapist in her private practice in Limerick. She works with people who experience a wide range of emotional, relationship and work related difficulties. Michelle also practices Play Therapy and possesses a certificate in Child Psychotherapy. She uses a non-directive approach to support and encourage children, special needs clients and adolescents in their work. Michelle holds an Associate and Licentiate qualification from London Trinity for Speech and Drama and runs training for those interested in qualifying as Speech and Drama Teachers or for different professions who wish to integrate drama methodologies into their practice. Michelle has been actively involved in facilitating workshops for over 12 years. During this time she obtained an Honours B.A. degree, a Diploma in Montessori and a Higher Diploma in Education. She works with community groups, development groups, outreach programmes, special needs, positive mental health promotion, and has worked across all facets of the educational system from Montessori to Third Level. Michelle is currently studying for a Masters in Child and Youth Studies Michelle is registered with the IACP (Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and follows their code of ethics and is professionally indemnified.

The techniques Michelle uses are dependant on the needs of each individual client or group. They may include the more conventional verbal approaches as well as visualisations, sand-tray, drawing and body work. Where 'talking therapies' may sometimes feel too challenging, there is no pressure to find the exact words to convey feelings. Michelle thoroughly enjoys assisting people of all ages to creatively explore their full potential. Through genuine support and a holistic approach, she assists participants build their confidence, as they gain knowledge of themselves as individuals, and the world around them. Michelle offers one to one sessions as well as working in groups.

Testimonials: “Michelle has worked with groups of children in our school for over 7 years and each year I become increasingly impressed with her enthusiasm and creativity especially in the areas of language, drama and enhancing self esteem. I have and continue to recommend her to parents in our school and consider that her input has significantly impacted positively on many pupils here.” Elaine White. (Deputy Principal, Killaloe, Boys N.S.)