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Shane O

Psychotherapy Dublin

Shane O

14 years of experience

3,554+
Patients seen
14
Years in practice
12
Publications
1
Languages spoken

PROFILE SUMMARY

About Shane O at a glance

Shane O is a Psychotherapy practitioner based in Dublin, Ireland, practising at Trinity College Dublin (TCD) Teaching Hospital. They have 7+ years of clinical experience. Procedures focus on gp consultation, annual physical exam, vaccination administration, minor procedure (skin). Educated at Trinity College Dublin (TCD) (MD, 2008). Serves patients in Dublin, Ireland and the surrounding area.

About

Mr Shane O'Hara is a Psychotherapist and Psychoanalyst based in Limerick, with a strong academic background and extensive experience in diverse clinical settings. He holds an MSc in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, a PGDip in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, and a BA in Psychology. Currently, Shane is pursuing a Special Modality Training in Psychoanalysis at the School of Psychotherapy in St. Vincent’s University Hospital, Dublin.
Throughout his career, Shane has worked across various specialised clinics including those focused on Suicide and Self-Harm Intervention, Divorce and Separation, Unemployment, and within Secondary Schools and Psychotherapeutic Centres. His training includes expertise in autism assessment, and he serves as the secretary for the Ethnic Minority Special Interest Group with the PSI (Psychological Society of Ireland).
Shane offers therapy to individuals of all ages, providing both short-term and long-term therapeutic interventions. His therapeutic approach is comprehensive, addressing a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, self-harm, suicidal ideation, sexuality, stress, bereavement, and compulsions.
In therapy sessions with Shane, clients find a safe and confidential space to openly discuss and explore their circumstances. He encourages clients to freely express their thoughts and emotions, offering support in developing coping strategies for emotional challenges and practical issues they may encounter. Shane’s approach is compassionate, client-centred, and focused on facilitating personal growth and well-being.

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

— Shane O

Education & training

  1. 2002–2008 MD · Medicine and Surgery
    Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Dublin (IE)
  2. 2008–2012 Residency · Psychotherapy
    University College Dublin (UCD), Dublin (IE)
  3. 2012–2013 Fellowship · Subspecialty training
    Charité Berlin, DE

Career & appointments

  1. 2012-09–2013-08 Junior consultant
    Trinity College Dublin (TCD) Teaching Hospital — Psychotherapy

Licenses & insurance

Medical licenses

IE — Medical Council of Ireland
#IE-711457 active · expires 2028-12-31

Board certifications

European Board of Psychotherapy
#EB-B835FF85 · issued 2013 · renewal 2023
Malpractice insurance: Generali Healthcare · 3,000,000 EUR coverage · No claims on file

Procedures performed

ProcedureCodeLifetime count
GP consultation 99213 977
Annual physical exam 99395 1,487
Vaccination administration 90471 2,303
Minor procedure (skin) 17110 352

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 360.00 EUR
Minor procedure (skin) 120 min in_clinic 270.00 EUR

Office, team & in practice

Shane O
HEADSHOT
Shane O in consultation
IN OFFICE
Shane O with the team
WITH TEAM
Shane O at a conference
CONFERENCE

Videos

introduction · 117s
Meet Shane O

Research & publications

h-index: 15 · i10: 9

  1. Outcomes of Psychotherapy in adults — a multi-centre cohort
    Shane O, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2025
    DOI: 10.1575/euroclin.2025.0 · PMID: 38728218 · cited by 105
  2. European registry analysis of Psychotherapy outcomes
    Shane O, et al. · European Journal of Medicine, 2024
    DOI: 10.3154/euroclin.2024.1 · PMID: 30498483 · cited by 131

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 2013
  • national college of family doctors — Member · Since 2013
  • European Union of Medical Specialists (UEMS) — Member · Since 2013

Articles by this doctor

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

For international patients

Coordinator
Patient liaison · shane.ohara@euroclinics.example

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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

Shane O's Areas of Specialty

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Psychotherapy

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LOCAL CARE CONTEXT

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    Shane O speaks English.

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