Online Therapy: Focused on You, Guided by Experience and Care
About me
Stella Flattery, MSW, BSocSc.
Hello, I'm Stella Flattery, a Registered Clinical Social Worker and EMDR therapist.
I earned my Master in Social Work from Trinity College Dublin, Ireland, and my Bachelor in Social Science from University College Cork, Ireland. I have been a registered and practicing mental health clinician since 2017.
With a global perspective, I've worked across countries like Indonesia, Thailand, Ireland, and Greece. Prior to private practice, I’ve worked in CAMHS (Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services), an international Addiction & Trauma Treatment Centre, and with NGOs that serve refugees and victims of domestic abuse. I am deeply passionate about helping those who have experienced trauma or adversity, with a special focus on adapting treatments to individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds.
Trained in various therapeutic modalities, I always prioritize using the most suitable methods for you. I offer EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioural Therapy), ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and CBT (Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy).
I have experience in addressing a wide range of concerns, such as complex trauma, anxiety, depression, dissociative disorders, low self-esteem, eating issues, addiction, PTSD, attachment difficulties, relationship issues, self-harm, and childhood trauma.
My approach
As your therapist, my goal is to create an empathetic and non-judgmental environment where open expression is encouraged. I tailor my therapeutic approach to suit your individual needs, collaborating with you to gain insight into the root causes of issues and develop a personalized treatment plan.
Having experienced both clinician and client perspectives, I recognize the challenges of personal growth and strive to foster a safe, supportive atmosphere.
My therapeutic approach integrates social work principles, emphasizing the importance of social context and individual resilience. I understand the complex interplay between personal experiences, relationships, personal history, and societal factors that influence one's well-being.
Emphasizing active collaboration and empowerment, we'll work together to access your inner resources and facilitate healing. I am dedicated to helping you overcome trauma or adversity and achieve meaningful change. Together, we'll work towards your goals and personal transformation.
Qualifications
Master of Social Work, Trinity College Dublin
Bachelor of Social Science, University College Cork
Registered Clinical Social Worker (CORU Irish Regulation of Health & Social Care Professionals, Registration no. SW024589)
Additional specialised training
Working with Hostile Voices and Parts of the Personality in Complex Trauma and Dissociative Disorders
EMDR Therapy for Suicidal Clients and Self-harming Behaviors
Treating Dissociative Disorders with EMDR
EMDR Therapy and the Treatment of Substance and Behavioral Addictions
The Flash Technique in EMDR therapy
EMDR Basic Training
Intensive Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Effective Treatment and Cognitive Behavioural Therpay (CBT)
Professional memberships
I am a member of the following professional organisations; American Psychological Association, Association for Psychological Science, Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies, EMDRIA (EMDR International Association), EMDR All-Ireland, CORU Irish Regulation of Health & Social Care Professionals. Feel free to browse my EMDRIA page here.
