A little bit about me

Hi, I am Arlene O’Neill

I am from Ireland but have made my 2nd home in England for 5 years now and I live with my loving and supportive partner. We have created a lovely home for ourselves and we love cosy nights in but also like to explore new restaurants and go to music gigs. Outside of work I like to travel, visit home in Ireland, spend time with friends and try new hobbies such as Irish dancing and joining book clubs and cooking. 

What drew me into being a therapist

I have always been the more emotionally intelligent member of my family, tuning into others mood and emotions. I always wanted to understand more about this to provide comfort and relief. So, it wasn’t a surprise that I chose a career that meant offering empathy, compassion and listening skills on a daily basis. 

What can I do for you

Whether you are looking to address specific symptoms, break unhelpful cycles, or simply gain a deeper understanding of yourself in order to encourage change and growth, my sessions are tailored to your unique goals at a pace that feels right for you.

Drawing on extensive clinical experience, I provide a safe, collaborative, and non-judgmental space to explore difficulties such as Emetophobia, OCD,  Healthy anxiety, Panic and Social anxiety. 

My professional background

I originally trained as a teacher and also have an undergraduate degree in Information Technology (IT). My teaching background has given me a strong interest in helping people learn and develop new skills, which is something I bring into every session to help people learn how to overcome their anxiety.

I have worked within the NHS for the past six years, gaining a wide range of experience supporting people various mental health difficulties. Prior to this, I spent around four years working in a mental health day unit, where I provided courses, activities and support to people experiencing difficulties with their mental health.

I have completed two postgraduate degrees in CBT at both low-intensity and high-intensity levels, giving me experience in delivering evidence-based psychological interventions across different levels of need.