Meet the Team

Kate Lenihan

Assistant Psychologist B.A. (Hons) PSI M14461 

Kate graduated with first class honours from her undergraduate degree in Applied Psychology in University College Cork (UCC) in 2022 and went on to pursue a Masters in Applied Psychology (Mental Health) in UCC which she achieved first class honours in in 2023. Kate has a strong interest in child development and completed her undergraduate dissertation on the association between different types of play and anxiety in children, focussing on the mediating effect of anxiety sensitivity in this relationship. Kate’s master’s thesis focussed on the associations between sleep and attitudes towards school in children and adolescents. Kate volunteered as a peer support leader throughout her time in UCC, helping first year students to manage their transition to university. Kate has also been involved as a volunteer and committee member for Niteline, a student led, confidential and non-advisory listening service run by students for students in UCC and completed training with Cork Samaritans for this role. During her masters, Kate completed a 6-month placement in EPT Clinic working as part of the clinical support team and observing and learning from the team. Upon finishing her masters, Kate worked as a social care worker with children in residential care, providing care, support and therapeutic crisis intervention for children in the care of the state. Here Kate learned a lot about the importance of trauma-informed care and aims to carry this into her work as an assistant psychologist.

In her free time Kate loves to be outdoors and enjoys riding horses and swimming in the sea as well as travelling with friends.

Edel Kelly

Senior Speech and Language Therapist (BSc., MIASLT, ISTI)

Coru Registered: SL010212

Edel graduated from Trinity College Dublin in 2015 with a BSc in Clinical Speech and Language Studies. Since qualifying Edel has developed a passion for working with children and adolescents and their families. She is dedicated to supporting children and their families by providing detailed assessments and therapeutic interventions. Edel has a wealth of experience in working with children with speech sound disorders and language disorders alongside working with Autistic children and teenagers. She provides therapeutic input in a kind and caring environment while being dedicated to the principles of evidence based practice. 

• ADOS-2 Certified
• DISCO Certified
• ADI-R Certified
• SCERTS trained

Solution Focused Therapy

Coru Registered: SL010212 Member of the Independent Speech Therapists Ireland 

Daniel Docherty

Assistant Psychologist (B.A.)

Registered with the Psychological Society of Ireland: M12721

Daniel is a neurodivergent assistant psychologist and autism advocate with EPT Clinic. He graduated from Waterford Institute of Technology (W.I.T), completing his B.A (Hons) in Psychology. 

Daniel is the Irish ambassador for the autism charity, Anna Kennedy Online (AKO). AKO is an organissation that aims to improve the lives of those living with autism and other related neurodiversities.

Through his role as an ambassador, Daniel has given lectures and presentations on autism and other neurodiversities with the goal of raising awareness and understanding among both the general and professional populations. Some of these include guest lecturing on the University College Cork (UCC) Diploma in Autism Studies course, speaking at the Cork Autism Conference 2019 and giving a presentation at the Bluebird Autism Talk.  

In order to develop his skillset and acquire a greater depth of knowledge in the area of paediatric psychology and education, Daniel completed work experience in both mainstream and special educational needs schools. Daniel has a particular interest in enhancing quality of life and societal engagement for the autistic community and other related neurodiversities. 

Bob O'Brien

Senior Child Psychotherapist

Bob is a Senior Counsellor and Psychotherapist. He is an Accredited Member IACP (iacpm12521).  He holds a Professional Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College and a Diploma in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. He was awarded accolade of Student of the Year from Zestlife College Dublin 2019.

In addition, he received an Advanced Professional Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Schema Therapy and has completed specialise training in bereavement and loss therapies, Children First,  GDPR, Safe Talk, Suicide Alertness Training, and Exploration in Suicide Awareness. His preferred approach with first time clients is the Person-Centred Approach. This allows a client to tell their story and build a strong therapeutic relationship. He also uses Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy, Psychoanalysis, where appropriate. Bob has worked with clients presenting with anxiety, depression, stress management, work related bullying, work related stress, recovery from mild and severe trauma, childhood abuse, addiction, bereavement and loss, divorce and separation. 

As a father of three grown up children, Bob has a special interest in supporting families.  He has gained much experience in the Youth Reach School Programme for Adolescents and the Family Resource Centre in Bagnelstown. He has recently begun to work with children, adolescents and parents with the EPT Clinic. He completed an Engage Programme Connecting with Young Men (HSE) last year and as well as an Introduction to Autism (AUSOME Ireland). He is currently completing a Professional Certificate in Adolescent Therapy.

In his spare time, Bob enjoys spending time with his family. His youngest daughter is in college following his footsteps by studying psychology. His two older children have completed their studies and are working in the areas of Arts and Motor Mechanics. Bob is a competitive cyclist and promotes fitness and healthy living outside of his work as a counsellor.

Laura Dennehy 

Senior Child Psychotherapist

Laura is a Senior Counsellor, Psychotherapist and group facilitator. She holds a BA in Sociology and English from U.C.C. Her journey into the mental health field began with an Advanced Certificate in Adlerian Psychology and Counselling Skills from L.I.T. She completed her counselling training with Cork Counselling Services Training Institute and has since undertaken the Diploma in Integrative Adolescent Psychotherapy with the Greenane Centre in Tipperary. She completed her training hours in the University of Limerick Counselling Department and loved the work with students there.

Laura worked with Inform Psychological Services as Business Manager, & then therapist, for a number of years. She is now working in private practice in Clonmel, along with her work with the E.P.T. Clinic.

Laura has facilitated suicide awareness training, schools mental health workshops, fostering support workshops, to name but a few. Her core training is humanistic integrative psychotherapy. She works with a variety of approaches, depending on the individual client. C.B.T., solution-focussed therapy and mindfulness all play a role in Laura’s work. Following training with Deb Dana in 2020, Laura has developed a particular interest in polyvagal theory and has found it hugely empowering for clients of all ages. She has also completed the certificate in Understanding Autism with I.C.E.P.

Laura is a mother of two from Tipperary. She loves hiking, dancing, music and sea-swimming. She is passionate about supporting clients to live a healthy and fulfilling life, even in the most difficult of circumstances. Laughter plays an important part in her work, as well as everyday life!