Meet The Team
Evolve was set up to make CBT informed Counselling & Psychotherapy more accessible to everyone from all walks of life. Here at Evolve, our goal and commitment to practice is to provide an environment where our clients feel safe and understood in a confidential and compassionate space. In this space, our clients can work through anything they may be currently facing or struggling with, alongside the help of a professional therapist.
Read on to learn more about our team.
LLOYD HORGAN
With a number of years of experience working in the mental health sector, Lloyd holds a BA. Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy and an MA. (Master’s Degree) in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Additionally, Lloyd has qualifications in Applied Social Studies & Mental Health Nursing.
In regards to Clinical experience, before setting up Evolve - Lloyd worked for MyMind in Limerick City dealing with clients with mild to moderate mental health difficulties.
Lloyd previously sat on Limerick’s Youth Advisory Panel for Jigsaw Mental Health for 3 years and was also involved in night patrols with Limerick Suicide Watch. Lloyd has been involved with a number of organizations and mental health-based projects big and small, both locally and nationwide.
Lloyd currently engages in regular clinical supervision and is professionally accredited by APCP (Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists Ireland) Membership number - MBR10780 from where he abides by their ethical guidelines and advice for best professional practice alongside regular CPD training.
Lloyd Horgan is available by appointment for both short-term and long-term therapy.
Lloyd believes that "No matter where you are at in your life, you can benefit from the therapeutic process”. He says “Seeking help is a strength, and if you choose to work with us, rest assured that we will do everything to make you feel supported and at ease".
Lloyd is available to work with:
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Relationship Issues
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Health Anxiety
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Confidence Issues
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Bullying
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Anger
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Trauma
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Bereavement
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Stress
CLAIRE GREANEY
Having graduated with a BA (Hons) in Counselling Skills & Psychotherapy Studies in 2018, Claire has since worked with clients from all age groups on a voluntary basis, and more recently in an online based private practice that she set up in 2021.
Claire believes that everyone can benefit from counselling, and operates on the philosophy that through building trust, creating a safe environment, prioritizing a client's well being and ensuring they always feel heard, clients will learn healthy ways to cope with their emotions, heal and positively move forward in their lives. Claire also engages in regular clinical supervision.
Claire understands that some of our experiences can be more difficult to cope with than others, which can have a negative impact on how we see ourselves and the world around us. Claire helps her clients to understand their experiences, feelings and behaviours with the aim to restore a positive self and world view, equipping them with skills and tools that will help between sessions, and life after therapy.
Making the client feel safe is a core aspect of Claire's practice. Claire says "I truly understand how hard it can be to ask for help, however I do believe that asking for help can be one of the best decisions we make in life, because we all need help sometimes."
Claire is available by appointment for both short term and long term therapy.
Claire is available to work with:
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Relationship Issues
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Career/Work Stress
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Self-Esteem
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Stress Management
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Panic Attacks
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Body Image Issues
SAMANTHA GRACE
Over the past number of years Samantha's dedication to the mental health sector has been a core aspect of both her personal and professional life within a number of voluntary and professional roles.
Alongside Samantha's therapeutic role here at Evolve, Samantha additionally works as a family support worker which involves assisting clients through difficult times in their everyday lives and supporting families to acquire skills to promote positive change and improve their psychological well-being.
In addition, Samantha has over five years experience working within a residential setting for young people supporting them in the development of their overall emotional well-being. As part of working within a supportive capacity across all her roles, Samantha also works as part of a multidisciplinary team in collaboration with other health professionals to ensure all clients receive the support they require.
Samantha graduated with a BA in Early Childhood Care and Education and is currently completing a Masters Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy. Samantha also partakes in regular clinical supervision & CPD training.
Samantha is available by appointment for both short term and long term therapy.
Samantha believes that beginning therapy is one of the bravest journeys which one will embark on. Samantha says "By allowing this time for yourself, you will open the door of opportunities to becoming the best version of yourself." Samantha adds that truly knowing yourself is one of the most essential features of wisdom.
Samantha is available to work with:
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Bereavement
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Family Issues
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Stress Management
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Low Self-Esteem
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Anger
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Stress
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Anxiety
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Depression
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Relationship Issues
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Suicidal Ideation