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Mr Michael Hastings

Verified Psychotherapy Cork

Mr Michael Hastings

5 years of experience 5.0 (25 verified reviews)

11,135+
Patients seen
5
Years in practice
11
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Mr Michael Hastings at a glance

Mr Michael Hastings is a Psychotherapy practitioner based in Cork, Ireland, practising at University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital. They have 7+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at University College Dublin (UCD) (MD, 2017). Serves patients in Cork, Ireland and the surrounding area.

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.

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

— Mr Michael Hastings

Education & training

  1. 2011–2017 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Dublin (UCD), Cork (IE)
  2. 2017–2021 Residency · Psychotherapy
    Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Cork (IE)

Career & appointments

  1. 2021-09–2022-08 Junior consultant
    University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital — Psychotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-653361 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychotherapy
#EB-FAADC883 · issued 2022 · renewal 2032
Malpractice insurance: HDI Global · 4,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,155
Annual physical exam 99395 1,525
Vaccination administration 90471 349
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 2,378

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 30 min in_clinic 630.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 720.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Michael Hastings
HEADSHOT
Michael Hastings in consultation
IN OFFICE
Michael Hastings with the team
WITH TEAM
Michael Hastings at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 138s
Meet Michael Hastings

Research & publications

h-index: 16 · i10: 11

  1. Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across IE
    Michael Hastings, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2026
    DOI: 10.7865/euroclin.2026.0 · PMID: 33723143 · cited by 171
  2. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy
    Michael Hastings, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.6569/euroclin.2025.1 · PMID: 37959091 · cited by 161
  3. Long-term follow-up of Psychotherapy across IE
    Michael Hastings, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.5319/euroclin.2024.2 · PMID: 32436624 · cited by 127
  4. Validation of clinical scoring in Psychotherapy
    Michael Hastings, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    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 tag

Patient reviews

25 verified reviews
4.96
★★★★⯨
25 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 Michael Hastings's Areas of Specialty

Each specialty below reflects the conditions and procedures Mr Michael Hastings treats, with the size of the national pool of Ireland doctors offering the same care.

Psychotherapy

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

Why local healthcare in Cork matters

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  • What does Michael Hastings specialise in?

    Michael Hastings specialises in Psychotherapy in Cork, IE. 7 years of clinical experience.

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  • Where does Michael Hastings practise?

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  • What languages does Michael Hastings speak?

    Michael Hastings speaks English.

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