Alice McEleney, Chartered Psychologist, Psychological Society of Ireland
Ireland {Republic}
Website: https://dralicetherapy.com
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland, a psychotherapist in private practice, and an Assistant Professor in Psychotherapy.
I am trained and experienced in a range of therapeutic approaches, including well-established psychodynamic and humanistic traditions as well as contemporary, evidence-based methods informed by the latest research. I work from an integrative perspective, which means I draw flexibly on different theories and therapeutic techniques to meet your individual needs and goals.
My work is informed by developments in attachment theory, relational and developmental trauma, interpersonal and affective neuroscience, mindfulness and compassion practices, embodiment, studies of altered states of consciousness, and transformational psychology.
The therapeutic approach that most strongly informs my work is Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP). AEDP is a contemporary, research-informed model of psychotherapy that is grounded in our understanding of emotions, relationships, and the brain's capacity for healing and change. It integrates a range of evidence-based methods to help people heal from emotional distress and trauma while fostering greater connection, resilience, vitality, and well-being.
AEDP helps people move beyond patterns of overthinking, avoidance, and self-protection by developing a deeper awareness of their emotions, bodily experience, and inner strengths. Through this process, painful experiences can be safely processed, opening the way for greater emotional freedom, self-compassion, and lasting change.
Some of the areas I most commonly work with include:
Developmental and attachment trauma
Anxiety, depression, and stress
Grief and loss
Shame and self-criticism
Feeling emotionally disconnected, numb, or stuck
Emotional overwhelm
Difficulties with trust, relationships, and self-confidence
Life transitions and periods of uncertainty
Personal growth, self-discovery, and transformation
Altered states of consciousness and psychedelic experiences
If you are interested in working with me, the first step is to get in touch at alice.mceleney@gmail.com. If I have availability, we will arrange a free initial phone or Zoom consultation. If, after this conversation, you feel that working together would be a good fit, we can arrange your first therapy session.
AEDP Level 2
Fees & Insurance: The fee for an individual 50-minute therapy session is €100. As I work in Ireland, I can't accept US insurance.
Availability: Yes
Therapy Settings: Virtual Only