MA Counselling and psychotherapy
7 years of experience
Cork, T12 EW7Y
12 connections in healthcare
7 years of experience
Cork, T12 EW7Y
12 connections in healthcare
Mr Michael Hastings is an experienced psychotherapist who has been in private practice for over twenty years, supporting clients through a wide range of personal and emotional challenges. Based in Cork, he offers therapy to both individuals and couples, working in person and online to provide accessible care.
Michael holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy, an MSc in Psychology, and an Advanced Diploma in Child Development. Michaels primary degree majors in Psychology and he also has a Postgraduate Diploma in Profesional studies in Education (A teaching qualification). This strong academic foundation allows him to combine psychological knowledge with therapeutic skill, creating a safe, supportive environment for clients to explore their concerns and build resilience. Michael is a 22 year veteran of the Irish Armed Forces and has always retained a special interest in veterans affairs.
His clinical expertise covers issues such as anxiety, depression, anger management, bereavement, eating disorders, LGBTQ+ matters, self-esteem, relationship difficulties, family conflict, and trauma. He also works with clients facing challenges related to identity, men’s issues, parenting, veterans’ wellbeing, cancer support, and life transitions including pregnancy and postpartum experiences.
Michael draws on a wide range of therapeutic approaches, including attachment-based, humanistic, mindfulness-based, person-centred, and emotionally focused methods, tailoring each session to the needs of the client. With a compassionate and collaborative style, he empowers clients to develop insight, coping strategies, and confidence, supporting meaningful growth and long-term wellbeing.
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Association of Professional Counsellors and Psychotherapists
No. MBR10902
Michael holds an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy graduating in
2019. Prior to this he achieved a MSc in Psychology (2008), and an Advanced
Diploma in Child Development (2006). His primary Degree, majoring in Psychology,
in 2003 and has a postgraduate certificate in Professional Studies in
Education. Michael was a member of the Irish armed forces for over 22 years and
has served 8 tours of duty overseas in three different theatres of operation.
New appointment
€70Follow-up appointment
€70South Mall, Cork, Ireland, T12 EW7Y
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Mr Michael Hastings is professional, understanding, and supportive with his patients. He excels at creating a safe space for expression, providing valuable tools, and offering direct, insightful feedback. Patients report significant progress and feel heard, understood, and empowered to address concerns, often describing their experience as life changing. Overall, his guidance leads to strong positive outcomes in areas such as counselling, personal development, depression, trauma, anxiety, and family related issues.
Working with Michael has been a life changing experience for me personally. He has guided me through a difficult period in my life with understanding, empathy, patience and compassion. With his guidance he has helped me be the person deep down that I knew I could be. I would have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending him.
It was very good with mike I am able to talk a lot about my issues and not feel like im being judged and get stuff out on the table in general been a great help to me both mentally and in other areas also
My sessions with Mike are the best parts of my week. When I don't feel the energy to go to a session, they always turn out to be the best sessions and most productive. He has been the only therapist I've been to to date that has actually taken my mental health seriously. I have made progress that I didn't believe I could make since going to Mike and we have figured out a lot about my mental state. He has always been professional and helpful. I have recommended him to many friends because I would like everyone who is struggling to get the help that I have received from him.
My experience has been extremely valuable to me and has helped me through a lot. Michael has given me the tools to help myself, allowing me to productively apply what I’ve learned in our sessions to every day life.

What a lovely review. I'm so pleased to have been of help. Kindest regards, M
I Found Mike to be very good at making a safe space for self expression . His questions were appropriate, intuitive and thought provoking. He was very well informed, understanding, empathetic, willing to go the extra mile to help, great on follow up and overall showed kindness and compassion . Very happy overall .
Very professional. Always left room for thought afterwards. Never intrusive. Guided me through a difficult time in my life with kindness.
Mike is an insightful and supportive therapist. I really benefited from his compassionate and humourous, yet direct and no nonsense approach as I navigated challenging transitions in both my professional and personal life. His thoughtful approach, active listening, and compassionate yet incisive feedback made a profound difference for me. I always felt heard, understood, and empowered to work through my concerns. I am truly grateful for the positive impact Mike has made on my journey, and I would not hesitate to recommend him to anyone seeking meaningful support.
I’m visiting Mike for over a year now and it’s being life changing. From the very first encounter I knew he was the correct fit for me and my therapy journey. I look forward to continuing my therapy via Mike and would highly reccomend him to anyone looking for therapy.
I used Mike 5 years ago when going through a very difficult.. time and he helped my big time but unfortunately with my work and personal life had to stop seeing. I've recently started seeing him again and glad I did
Loved chatting with Michael he is very intelligent and helped me a lot

Thank you so much for your kind words and congratulations on your courageous achievements in therapy.

What are Mr Michael Hastings's reviews like?
Mr Michael Hastings's overall patient rating is 4.96 out of 5 stars on Doctify. This is based on 25 reviews.
What languages does Mr Michael Hastings speak?
Mr Michael Hastings speaks English
Where is Mr Michael Hastings located?
Mr Michael Hastings primarily practices at About You Therapy, located at South Mall, Cork, Ireland, T12 EW7Y
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What are Mr Michael Hastings working hours?
Mr Michael Hastings is working Monday (09:30 - 17:30), Tuesday (09:30 - 17:30), Wednesday (09:30 - 17:30), Thursday (09:30 - 17:30), Friday (09:30 - 17:30)
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Does Mr Michael Hastings accept new patients?
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