"The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am
then I can change."
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Carl Rogers
MORÁEN O'BYRNE
Psychotherapist, Life Coach & Lecturer
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Mob: 07974 196896
SERVICES
Currently, all services are available online or in person in the UK and online overseas.
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THERAPY
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Do you ever feel:
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that the world does not make sense?
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that you do not make sense to yourself?
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that other’s words, actions and behaviours are confusing?
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I have always had a curiosity about people and what makes them who they are. I am drawn to connecting in meaningful and purposeful ways - I believe when we connect in these special ways things can be changed forever.
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The Curious Paradox provides a safe place to explore the lens with which we view ourselves, others and the world around us, helping us to gain an understanding of who we are, who we want to be and connect with our inner selves and start to discover new aspects of us or parts that became damaged or lost along the way.
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Do you know the root cause of your problems?
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In my therapy I work in a process experiential way, which means that I help clients to understand themselves and their emotions and start to appreciate that our emotions are there to help us navigate through our sometimes, complex lives and become more resourceful when faced with challenging situations.
As an integrative therapist and life coach I work in creative ways and when relevant collaborate with numerous practitioners in various complimentary fields such as nutrition, yoga, holistic therapy, to provide bespoke packages for those with multiple needs.
“I am not defined by my scars but my incredible ability to heal”
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Lemn Sissay
COACHING
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Are you Bored of yourself?
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Bored of your excuses?
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Fed up of trying to figure out the blocks that are stopping you fulfil your potential and be the you, you have always wanted to be?
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If you answer yes to any of these then maybe coaching is for you.
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My coaching practice takes a more direct approach to exploring and releasing the blocks that are stopping you face your fears and help you get out of your own way!
“No one is coming to save you but you, no one is coming to live your ideals but you”
Lauren Zander
My role is not to offer you my solutions, my ideals, or my dreams, but to offer you your own.
MENTORING / PRIVATE TUITION
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We all need guidance at some point in our lives, we all need someone to believe in us, my own success can be attributed to the mentoring and tuition I have received along the way. Whether you need help with
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College or university assignments
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Critical thinking skills
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Problem solving approaches
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CV writing or job applications
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Increasing self-belief & self-esteem
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This service may help you take the next steps, whatever stage you are at in your life.
GROUP FACILITATION
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Working in groups is a powerful way to learn about yourself and how you connect with others. Group work can be an incredible opportunity to learn from others and to receive the support you need to grow and thrive.
This service can be tailored for environments such as:
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Businesses
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Schools & Colleges (both staff & pupils)
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Community Groups
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Charities
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Trainee and qualified counsellors
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Prisons
TRAINING
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As a university lecturer I have vast experience of writing and delivering training courses in a variety of psychoeducational topics. Bespoke training packages are available on request and cover a vast range of topics such as:
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How listening to & understanding emotions can change your life
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A collective healing journey
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Who am I really?
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You can’t hug a hedgehog – understanding and befriending your anger
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Non-Violent Communication
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The importance of play for creativity & connection
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Essential nutrition for wellbeing
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Healing with Nature​
QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING
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Advanced Certificate in Person Centred Experiential Counselling for Depression.
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PGCE in Further Education and training.
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PGDip in Professional Counselling.
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BSc (Hons) Psychology.
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Understanding and managing self-harm.
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The nature and neuroscience of trauma.
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The Assessment and Risk Assessment of Children and Adolescents in Crisis.
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Childhood loss and bereavement.
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Working with Parents.
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Building Resilience.
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De-escalating and managing challenging behaviour.
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Coaching, Advice and Guidance.
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National Learning Mentor Training.
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Prescribing lifestyle medicine.
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Biochemistry for nutritional wellbeing.
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Polyvagal Theory for therapy.
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Object relation theory.
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Pluralistic principles and practice.
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Certified Warm Data Host / People Need -People for the International Bateson Institute.
CURRENT ROLES & EXPERIENCE
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University Lecturer in Counselling & Psychotherapy, Counselling for Depression & Neuroscience for Counselling.
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Psychotherapeutic Counsellor / coach / trainer at The Curious Paradox.
I have vast experience of working as a teacher, therapist and residential social worker in:
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Schools / Colleges /University
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The NHS
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Young offender’s institute
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Children’s homes
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Private Practice
​TYPICAL AREAS OF SUPPORT INCLUDE:
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Addictions
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Anxiety
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Bereavement
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Childhood trauma
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Depression
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End of life
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Grief
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Loss
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Loss of purpose / meaning
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Low confidence / Self esteem
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Mental health
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Neurodiversity (ADHD / ADD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia)
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Relationships
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Stress
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Sexualised trauma
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Self-harm
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Suicidal thoughts
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Trauma
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Work related stress
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Working with archetypes (Mature masculine/feminine)
FEES
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A free 15 minute consultation is available to explore what services might suit you best and to see if I am the right fit for you.
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Please contact me for discussion & further details.