Dr. Katie Baird is a
practising compassion focused therapist, and the founder of the Irish
Centre for Compassion Focused Therapy (ICCFT). Katie is a counselling
psychologist with over 25 years experience working with young people and
adults. Katie trained in the U.S. and has worked in mental health care
and academic settings in Ireland for 20 years.
Katie is a Chartered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI) and a full member of the American Psychological Association (APA).
Katie is a member of PSI's Division of Psychologists Specialising in
Psychotherapy. She holds a doctorate degree in counselling psychology, a
master's degree in professional counselling, and an undergraduate
degree in psychology. She has also completed advanced clinical training
in Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) with Professor Paul Gilbert.
Katie's enthusiasm
for and commitment to compassion and CFT, and the wish to bring CFT to
more people in Ireland, were the inspiration for the establishment of the
ICCFT. Katie believes that each individual's life has meaning, and she works to bring warmth, encouragement, and honesty to her therapeutic relationships. Katie
accepts referrals from professionals and you can also self refer. If you
would like to have an initial chat with Katie, please call her at 085
721 6957. You can also email Katie directly at katie@iccft.com
Alternatively, you can use our Contact page to get in touch or make an appointment.
