The primary care Psychologist provides services for children and adults in order to address a broad range of psychological and mental health difficulties. Typical areas that the psychologist can help with include parenting advice / support for child-related difficulties, family problems, therapeutic interventions for depression, anxiety,trauma, adjustment and loss, stressful life events, relationship and other mental health issues. The goal of the Psychology service is to provide psychological assessments and interventions in a confidential and supportive environment in order to alleviate psychological distress and to improve psychological functioning. Referrals may be made to psychology through other members of the Primary Care Team or by contacting the Psychologist directly.
Dr Colm Smyth is the Clinical Psychologist on our team and Colm can be reached at 299 6614 or colm.smyth1@hse.ie
