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Mr John Bissett

Verified Psychotherapy Kilkenny

Mr John Bissett

2 years of experience 5.0 (17 verified reviews)

8,816+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
8
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr John Bissett at a glance

Mr John Bissett is a Psychotherapy practitioner based in Kilkenny, Ireland, practising at University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital. They have 11+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at University College Dublin (UCD) (MD, 2022). Serves patients in Kilkenny, Ireland and the surrounding area.

About

W: +353 877 517 710
E: johncbissett@gmail.com


About John
John Bissett of Bissett Counselling is an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist based in Ballycallan, Kilkenny, in the southeast of Ireland.
With over twenty years of experience in the field of addictions, John has worked extensively with individuals, couples, families, and groups. He completed his professional training at Cuan Mhuire and Merchant Quay Ireland treatment centres.
John is a member of the Addiction Counsellors of Ireland (A.C.I.) and adheres to its professional code of ethics and practice.
How I Help
John provides counselling across a wide range of areas, including general counselling, adult and childhood trauma, anxiety and depression, abuse, addictions, anger management, bereavement and loss, panic attacks, stress, relationship issues, self-esteem, and spirituality.
His therapeutic approach integrates Person-Centred Therapy with elements of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
He offers a confidential, non-judgemental, and supportive environment where clients can explore personal issues—whether rooted in the past or present—at their own pace.
Working Together
John works collaboratively with each client to determine the direction and duration of therapy, tailoring the process to their individual needs and goals.
How to Get in Touch
If you would like to learn more or arrange an appointment, you can get in touch using the details below:
W: +353 877 517 710
E: johncbissett@gmail.com
Web: http://bissettcounselling.com/

“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”

— Mr John Bissett

Education & training

  1. 2016–2022 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Dublin (UCD), Kilkenny (IE)
  2. 2022–2026 Residency · Psychotherapy
    University College Cork (UCC), Kilkenny (IE)
  3. 2026–2027 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2026-09–2027-08 Junior consultant
    University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital — Psychotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-381361 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychotherapy
#EB-6712524E · issued 2027 · renewal 2037
Malpractice insurance: AXA Healthcare Liability · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 527
Annual physical exam 99395 1,329
Vaccination administration 90471 737
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,438

Services & pricing

ServiceDurationModalityPrice
New patient consultation (60m) 60 min in_clinic|telemed 180.00 EUR
Follow-up consultation (30m) 30 min in_clinic|telemed|phone 90.00 EUR
Vaccination administration 60 min in_clinic 450.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 90 min in_clinic 180.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

John Bissett
HEADSHOT
John Bissett in consultation
IN OFFICE
John Bissett with the team
WITH TEAM
John Bissett at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 87s
Meet John Bissett

Research & publications

h-index: 17 · i10: 14

  1. European registry analysis of Psychotherapy outcomes
    John Bissett, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6624/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 39612933 · cited by 199
  2. Outcomes of Psychotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    John Bissett, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5292/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 31824354 · cited by 69
  3. European registry analysis of Psychotherapy outcomes
    John Bissett, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.3814/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 35487963 · cited by 115
  4. Outcomes of Psychotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    John Bissett, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.4764/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 33562388 · cited by 105

Invited talks

  • Practical updates in Psychotherapy European Annual Congress (Psychotherapy) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
  • Single-centre experience in Psychotherapy National Society Meeting · Kilkenny · 2023 · oral abstract

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychotherapy — Kilkenny · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional
  • 🏆 Excellence in Patient Care · National Society · 2024 · national
  • 🏆 Young Investigator Award · European Society · 2023 · international

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2027
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2027

Articles by this doctor

  • Patient education Patient guide to Psychotherapy
  • Awareness When should you see a psychotherapy?

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · john.bissett@euroclinics.example
Accepted international insurance
Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global

Location

1 tag

Patient reviews

17 verified reviews
4.96
★★★★⯨
17 reviews
5★ 2
4★ 1
3★ 0
2★ 0
1★ 0
Bedside Manner
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Wait Time
4.7
Staff Friendliness
5.0
Ease Of Appointment
4.9
Value For Money
4.9
Would Recommend Pct
98.0
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Recent reviews

  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
    Anna B.
  • ★★★★★ ✓ Verified
    Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
    Marco V.
  • ★★★★☆ ✓ Verified
    Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
    Helena F.

SPECIALTIES & PROCEDURES

Mr John Bissett's Areas of Specialty

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Psychotherapy

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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