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Mr Michael Hastings
👤 5 years of experience
11,135+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken
About
Mr Michael Hastings is an experienced psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over twenty years, supporting clients through a wide range of personal and emotional challenges. Based in Cork, he offers therapy to both individuals and couples, working in person and online to provide accessible care.
Michael holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy, an MSc in Psychology, and an Advanced Diploma in Child Development. Michaels primary degree majors in Psychology and he also has a Postgraduate Diploma in Profesional studies in Education (A teaching qualification). This strong academic foundation allows him to combine psychological knowledge with therapeutic skill, creating a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore their concerns and build resilience. Michael is a 22 year veteran of the Irish Armed Forces and has always retained a special interest in veterans affairs.
His clinical expertise covers issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, bereavement, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ matters, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and trauma. He also works with clients facing challenges related to identity, men’s issues, parenting, veterans’ wellbeing, cancer support, and life transitions including pregnancy and postpartum experiences.
Michael draws on a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, humanistic, mindfulness-based, person-centred, and emotionally focused methods, tailoring each session to the needs of the client. With a compassionate and collaborative style, he empowers clients to develop insight, coping strategies, and confidence, supporting meaningful growth and long-term wellbeing.
Michael holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy, an MSc in Psychology, and an Advanced Diploma in Child Development. Michaels primary degree majors in Psychology and he also has a Postgraduate Diploma in Profesional studies in Education (A teaching qualification). This strong academic foundation allows him to combine psychological knowledge with therapeutic skill, creating a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore their concerns and build resilience. Michael is a 22 year veteran of the Irish Armed Forces and has always retained a special interest in veterans affairs.
His clinical expertise covers issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, bereavement, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ matters, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and trauma. He also works with clients facing challenges related to identity, men’s issues, parenting, veterans’ wellbeing, cancer support, and life transitions including pregnancy and postpartum experiences.
Michael draws on a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, humanistic, mindfulness-based, person-centred, and emotionally focused methods, tailoring each session to the needs of the client. With a compassionate and collaborative style, he empowers clients to develop insight, coping strategies, and confidence, supporting meaningful growth and long-term wellbeing.
“Evidence-based care tailored to each patient — taking the time to explain options and shared decisions.”
— Mr Michael Hastings
Education & training
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2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
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2017–2021 Residency · Psychotherapy
Career & appointments
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2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
Licenses & insurance
Medical licenses
IE — Medical Council of Ireland
Board certifications
European Board of Psychotherapy
Malpractice insurance:
HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file
Procedures performed
| Procedure | Code | Lifetime count |
|---|---|---|
| GP consultation | 99213 | 2,155 |
| Annual physical exam | 99395 | 1,525 |
| Vaccination administration | 90471 | 349 |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 17110 | 2,378 |
Services & pricing
| Service | Duration | Modality | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 30 min | in_clinic | 630.00 EUR |
| Minor procedure (skin) | 120 min | in_clinic | 720.00 EUR |
Office, team & in practice
Videos
Research & publications
h-index: 16 · i10: 11
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Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across IE
DOI: 10.7865/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33723143 · cited by 171
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy
DOI: 10.6569/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37959091 · cited by 161
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Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across IE
DOI: 10.5319/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32436624 · cited by 127
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Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy
DOI: 10.7775/euroclin.2023.3 · PMID: 34761485 · cited by 101
Invited talks
- Practical updates in Psychotherapy European Annual Congress (Psychotherapy) · Vienna · 2024 · invited
- Single-centre experience in Psychotherapy National Society Meeting · Cork · 2023 · oral abstract
Awards & memberships
Awards
- 🏆 Top-rated Psychotherapy — Cork · 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 2022
- national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2022
- European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2022
Articles by this doctor
- Patient education Patient guide to Psychotherapy
- Awareness When should you see a psychotherapy?
For international patients
- Coordinator
- Patient liaison · michael.hastings@euroclinics.example
- Accepted international insurance
- Allianz Worldwide · AXA Global · BUPA Global · Cigna Global
Location
1 tagPatient reviews
25 verified reviews4.96
★★★★⯨
25 reviews
- 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
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Very thorough first visit — explained every step. Booking was easy and the staff were welcoming.
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★★★★★ ✓ Verified Took time to listen and reviewed all my previous results. I would absolutely recommend.
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★★★★☆ ✓ Verified Professional and knowledgeable. Wait on the day was a bit long, otherwise excellent.
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