MEET PAT!

Senior Art Psychotherapist
& Supporter of Young Minds

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... Patrick seems to have a natural gift for working with Individuals, as they seem to be drawn to his gentle good humour and kindness ...

Deborah Faber - NPS ATR-BC, LCAT
Chair, MPS Art Therapy Department
School of Visual Arts, New York

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Hi! I'm Pat.
I work with young people to help them feel understood, confident and empowered. 💚
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WHAT I DO

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    Using creativity and talk therapy to explore feelings and experiences.

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    A safe space to talk and be heard.

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    Build confidence and self-esteem.

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    Understand emotions and help you grow.

Accredited Professional Art Psychotherapist (IACAT)

ðŸŒŋ A SAFE, CREATIVE SPACE TO... ðŸŒŋ

BE YOURSELF

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You are welcome just as you are.

EXPLORE FEELINGS

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All feelings are okay. We can make sense of them together.

BUILD CONFIDENCE

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See your strengths. Believe in yourself.

GROW & CONNECT

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Better relationships and positive connections.

HOW I WORK

  • ðŸŽĻArt psychotherapy uses creativity, play and imagination to express, explore and heal.
  • 💎Sessions are a mixture of creative and talk therapy.
  • 🎓I am a Senior Art Psychotherapist with a First Class Master's Degree (MTU, 2019).
  • 🧠There is no pressure to be good at art. It's about how it makes you feel.
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WHO I WORK WITH

Children and teenagers who want support with:

  • 💜Emotional wellbeing
  • ☁ïļAnxiety & low mood
  • ⭐Self-esteem & confidence
  • 🧑‍ðŸĪâ€ðŸ§‘Friendships & relationships
  • 🌈Life changes and more

PRACTICAL INFO

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    LOCATION:
    Wilton, Cork
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    WHEN:
    Weekends only - Saturdays & Sundays
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    FORMAT:
    Face-to-face, one-to-one sessions
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A professional registered art therapist is trained to a master's degree level (Level 9) that integrates the theory and practice of psychology, psychotherapy, and psychiatry as a therapeutic intervention through the lens of creativity.

âœĻ More About Pat âœĻ

Patrick Byrne is a Cork-based Professional Senior Art Psychotherapist who prides himself in connecting and working with young people and adults on a human level, while building a step-by-step, trusting, safe, non-judgemental and confidential therapeutic relationship.

Patrick brings a lifetime of experience engaging with people from an array of backgrounds, ages, genders, beliefs, cultures, ethnicities, sexualities and social classes. He is a Neurodiversity affirming practitioner providing therapeutic support for young people on the autistic spectrum both pre and post-assessments. Patrick is also registered on the neurodevelopmental spectrum which in turn can be extremely empowering for young clients in working with somebody who really understands how to navigate and support oneself through the journey.

Qualifications

  • Awarded a First Class Honours MA (2019) as an Art Therapist from Crawford College of Art and Design, MTU, Cork.
  • Fully accredited with the Irish Association of Creative Art Therapists (IACAT).
  • Neurodiversity affirming practitioner.

Education History

  • 2019: Masters of Art in Art Therapy, Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork.
  • 2015: Principles of Art Therapy, Crawford College of Art and Design, Cork.
  • 2005: Diploma in Youth and Community Work, University College Cork.
  • 1997: BA Social Science, University College Cork.

Continual Professional Development & Training

  • 2024: Introduction to Children First Training.
  • 2021: HSE Safeguarding Adults at Risk of Abuse.
  • 2020: Online teletherapy training for Art Therapists.
  • 2019: "Community access through the arts", residential training at School of Visual Arts, NY.
  • 2018: "Power, privilege and identity in the therapeutic process", residential training at School of Visual Arts, NY.

Ongoing Research Interests

  • Home-based art therapy in Eldercare.
  • Masculinity and Group art therapy for Men.

🌟 What Art Therapy Can Treat 🌟

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Mental Health Concerns

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Treats anxiety, stress, low mood, worry, and anger.

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Personal Growth

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Builds self-esteem, self-confidence, personal development, and coping skills.

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Relationships & Communication

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Helps with attachment, interpersonal relationships, communication, and separation/divorce.

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Life & School Challenges

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Supports behavioural concerns, learning disabilities, exam stress, and bereavement.

💌 Testimonials 💌

“... Not knowing anything about art therapy, I realised that you do not need to have an artistic bone in your body to partake â€Ķ Patrick is very good at encouraging people to engage in the experience ... Radiating kindness and respect, Patrick also makes you feel valued and safe. I left the group art therapy workshop feeling energised and more self-assured ...”

- Grace, UCC student
"My son was really struggling with anxiety and wouldn't open up to anyone. Through his sessions with Patrick, we've seen a massive shift in his confidence. He looks forward to going every week."
— Sarah, Parent of a 10-year-old
"I was skeptical about art therapy as an adult, but Pat's warm approach completely disarmed me. It has been a transformative journey of self-discovery that traditional talk therapy never quite achieved for me."
— Mark, 34

📎 Get In Touch 📎

Let's Connect!

For more information in relation to Patrick's art therapy practice, assessment, appointments, procedures and professional fees.

📞 087 756 3936

✉ïļ arttherapypatrickbyrne@gmail.com

Please Note:

I am ONLY available to speak with in person by phone during office hours:

Mondays, Tuesdays, Fridays
10:00am - 11:00am or by pre-appointment 7:00pm - 8:00pm.