About
Hi, i’m John Maguire.
Learning to play with Ideas.
I have been a mental health professional in one form or another for twenty years and a psychotherapist (counsellor) for 15 years.
My personal areas of interest are people, philosophy and psychology.
I completed a Ba in Political Science prior to the completion of numerous diplomas and advanced diplomas in the areas of counselling and psychotherapy.
I take personal development to heart and attempt to live change in my day to day life. As a result I have travelled to almost 30 countries, ran marathons and extreme events, studied several martial arts, and play instruments.
Training and Qualifications
I have many years experience working as a counsellor. Prior to becoming a counsellor I also have years of experience working in mental health.
Qualifications
Ba, Cert, Dip, Adv Dip,Person Centred Counselling
Diploma CBT
Level 3 Substance Abuse
Diploma Motivational Interviewing
Cert Mental Health First Aid
Specialaties
20 Years in Mental Heath Settings
10 Years in Anger Management Provision
10 Years in Addictions work
3 Years working in Post Primary Schools
Experience in Statutory Bodies, Charities and the Private Sector.