Our Therapists
We would like to introduce our team of therapists specialising in creative art, music, and play therapy for both children and adults. Through imaginative, expressive approaches, they help clients explore emotions, build confidence, and communicate in ways that feel natural and engaging. Each therapist brings warmth, expertise, and a deep respect for every individual’s unique story. Our therapists create a safe, supportive space where creativity becomes a pathway to healing, growth, and self-discovery.
Sarah Dopazo
Sarah is an IACAT-registered music therapist with a degree in Occupational Therapy (2018) and a Master’s in Music Therapy from the University of Limerick (2022). My practice is informed by training in Neurologic Music Therapy™, Rhythm2Recovery, the Neurosequential
Model of Therapeutics, and Restorative Attachment™. Since 2022, I’ve supported children’s mental health in schools, early years services, and individual sessions, and worked with adults in HSE services and children with developmental needs in private practice.
Dee Vaughan
Deirdre (Dee) Vaughan is an Art Psychotherapist with a strong foundation in trauma-informed practice. With over 20 years’ experience in healthcare, education and humanitarian settings, she is passionate about children’s mental health. She engages in an expressive arts approach using movement, art, drama and music in her therapeutic interventions. She is a registered member of IACAT
Julie Tiernan
iJulie Tiernan is a psychotherapist and music therapist based in Co. Clare. She specialises in trauma-informed, creative, and integrative approaches to therapy, supporting children, adolescents, and adults affected by sexual violence, trauma, and complex emotional needs. With over 20 years’ experience across community, health, and educational settings, Julie combines psychotherapy and music and creative arts therapy to foster emotional regulation, safety, and recovery through creative expression.
Marianne O'Connell
Marianne O’Connell, has an MA in Art Therapy and is a practising art therapist who currently works with a wide variety of clients, including children and adults. Developing the inclusion of nature within the therapy space is something she is very passionate about. Her practice is grounded in the belief that creative expression and the natural world can be powerful pathways to healing and self -discovery.
Maria Borck
María is a qualified music therapist specialised in mental health and emotional wellbeing with experience in play skills in therapy and trauma informed practice. She has a B.SC degree in Clinical Psychology from UDA, Ecuador and a M.A degree in Music Therapy from UL, Ireland. María works with Children and Young people with additional support needs and/or emotional difficulties, and their families.
Cathriona Moran
Cathriona Moran Master of Arts in Art Therapy- Cork Institute of Technology (2013 – 2015). Eleven years experience, trauma informed, facilitating diverse groups and individuals in exploring and processing emotions and experiences in a creative and boundaried space. Client centered approach, experienced in facilitating art therapy for children, adolescents and adults regarding trauma, bereavement, mental health and communication challenges. IACAT Membership 1538.
Hugh Mc Mahon
Hugh Mc Mahon is a creative arts therapist and supervisor. Hugh has worked with a variety of client groups in different settings including mental health institutions, schools, preschools, charities, disability settings and in private practice. Hugh received a MA in Art Therapy in 2010 and trained as a Clinical Supervisor in 2020.
Melissa Bergin
Graduate of Music Therapy masters from University of Limerick. IACAT accredited.
I work with children and young people in the Limerick area who have experienced trauma, helping them feel safe, heard, and supported as they begin to heal.