Darina O'Keeffe

All sessions are currently offered via zoom. There will be a possibility of face to face sessions in the future. Sessions range from once or twice weekly depending on individual needs. I have availabilities on Monday mornings, afternoons and evenings. I also have availability Tuesday and Wednesday evenings. 

You may be experiencing a range of difficult emotions, thoughts and feelings that are hard to make sense of. You may be stuck in an endless cycle of dissatisfying relationships or experiences, or you may be troubled by painful past memories and finding it difficult to cope in everyday life. I am trained to work with a wide range of disturbing symptoms, thoughts, life experiences and fantasies that can make you feel isolated and alone.

Through therapy, we can together understand and work through your pain. Therapy can help you lead a more fulfilling life by promoting positive change and increased personal growth. I hope to support you in your journey towards this.

It is important to remember that improving one's wellbeing by coming to therapy is a courageous step forward in your life. So, it is essential that you feel comfortable with the therapist you choose. My aim is to provide you with a safe and containing space in order for you to communicate your individual experiences. The therapeutic relationship we develop is the most significant aspect of our work together and can help us make sense of your inner world.

My approach is Psychodynamic Therapy which can be once or twice weekly.

Psychodynamic Therapy has been developed to work with a wide range of symptoms. The belief is that pain manifests in different ways for everyone, and that there is usually an underlying cause. Making sense of this can aid people to lead a more fulfilling life.

If you decide to go ahead with therapy, we can have an initial 15 minute phone call free of charge to discuss the process. You can call or email me to book a phone call. If I miss your call, you can leave me a voice message with your contact number and I will return your call. 

Training, qualifications & experience

Clinical training in Forensic Psychodynamic Psychotherapy- Tavistock and Portman NHS

PostGraduate Diploma Psychodynamic Practice- University of Oxford

Postgraduate Certificate Psychodynamic Counselling- University of Oxford

BA (Hons) Counselling and Psychotherapy- Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences

I have worked with a wide range of difficulties, symptoms and experiences. I have worked in the criminal justice system and I am trained to work with a wide range of historic trauma and abuse, perversions, dark and disturbing thoughts and fantasies. These thoughts can feel debilitating and worrying.  

The first session will be a space for us to explore and think about what has brought you to therapy. It is a space for me to get to know more about you and your earlier life. The initial session will also give you an opportunity to see how I work and ensure you want to go ahead with sessions.