‘Do I need psychotherapy’ is a question many people find hard to answer. This article outlines some simple steps to help you answer this question. List 5 reasons for considering psychotherapy.An example might be ‘I’m not happy although everything …
Grief & Loss
The Life and Living Lady
This radio documentary (July 2021) is about a small cottage in the Cooley Peninsula in County Louth in Ireland. The programme maker and owner of the cottage, Chris Nikkel, tells the story of his home that was once owned by renowned psychiatrist …
Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) An Ethical Perspective
The public debate on ECT in Ireland demonstrates little in the way of ethical reflection. 'Is Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT) Ever Ethically Justified? If so, Under What Circumstances.' This is the title of an article I wrote which was …
Conversations About Death
Do you avoid the subject of death?Do you dismiss your children’s questions about death?Do you know why you avoid any conversation about death?What's the worst thing that could happen if you speak about death? One of the first people to speak …