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Patrick H

Psychotherapy Dublin

Patrick H

2 years of experience

2,737+
Patients seen
2
Years in practice
5
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Patrick H at a glance

Patrick H is a Psychotherapy practitioner based in Dublin, Ireland, practising at University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital. They have 27+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at University College Dublin (UCD) (MD, 2020). Serves patients in Dublin, Ireland and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Patrick Harkin is a highly experienced Counsellor and Psychotherapist, with a career spanning back to 1999, where he initially began as a mental health nurse within the HSE. He holds full accreditation with the Irish Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (IACP) and operates a private practice alongside his role in public healthcare.
Patrick's extensive educational background includes a Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing and a Higher Diploma in Acute & Enduring Mental Issues, both from University College Cork (UCC). He furthered his training with a Diploma in Integrative Humanistic Counselling from Cork Counselling Centre and obtained certification as a Critical Incident Stress Management Officer through the University of Maryland and HSE.
In addition to his clinical practice, Patrick is deeply involved in mental health advocacy and education. He conducts mental health workshops covering various aspects of mental well-being and serves as an accredited suicide prevention trainer with the QPR Institute. His dedication to suicide prevention extends to establishing a local charity focused on this cause, which has steadily grown in impact over the years.
As an integrative therapist, Patrick combines insights and techniques from multiple therapeutic approaches to tailor treatment plans that best meet the individual needs of his clients. His therapeutic style is characterised by an open-minded, non-judgemental, respectful, and collaborative approach. He emphasises the importance of clients feeling supported and empowered throughout their therapeutic journey, guiding them at their own pace towards overcoming challenges and reclaiming control over their lives.
Patrick has successfully assisted a diverse clientele from various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds, addressing a wide range of issues. His areas of specialisation include addiction, anxiety, depression, grief and bereavement, couples therapy, self-esteem and self-care, personal development, and trauma recovery.

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

— Patrick H

Education & training

  1. 2014–2020 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin (IE)
  2. 2020–2024 Residency · Psychotherapy
    University College Cork (UCC), Dublin (IE)
  3. 2024–2025 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Karolinska Stockholm, SE

Career & appointments

  1. 2024-09–2025-08 Junior consultant
    University College Dublin (UCD) Teaching Hospital — Psychotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-95410 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychotherapy
#EB-D8DB08B7 · issued 2025 · renewal 2035
Malpractice insurance: AmTrust Europe · 5,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 2,034
Annual physical exam 99395 1,428
Vaccination administration 90471 2,404
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 1,035

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 90 min in_clinic 810.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 60 min in_clinic 540.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Patrick H
HEADSHOT
Patrick H in consultation
IN OFFICE
Patrick H with the team
WITH TEAM
Patrick H at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 142s
Meet Patrick H

Research & publications

h-index: 8 · i10: 12

  1. Outcomes of Psychotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Patrick H, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.5664/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 35060686 · cited by 114
  2. European registry analysis of Psychotherapy outcomes
    Patrick H, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.1556/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 39034522 · cited by 80
  3. Outcomes of Psychotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Patrick H, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2023
    DOI: 10.4632/euroclin.2023.2 · PMID: 38512041 · cited by 166
  4. European registry analysis of Psychotherapy outcomes
    Patrick H, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2022
    DOI: 10.5541/euroclin.2022.3 · PMID: 31099079 · cited by 28

Invited talks

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

Awards & memberships

Awards

  • 🏆 Top-rated Psychotherapy — Dublin · EuroClinics Patient Choice · 2025 · regional

Society memberships

  • WONCA Europe — Family Doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2025
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2025

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · patrick.harkin@euroclinics.example

Location

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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

Patrick H's Areas of Specialty

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Psychotherapy

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    Patrick H specialises in Psychotherapy in Dublin, IE. 27 years of clinical experience.

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    Patrick H speaks English.

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