Meet the Team
Counsellors & Psychotherapists

Counsellor & Psychotherapist. Director of Tree of Life.
Julie Coogan
Julie, the founder and director of Tree of Life, has been practicing Counselling and Psychotherapy since 2003, offering holistic support in areas such as Anxiety management, trauma recovery, and various psychological challenges by integrating approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Neuroscience-based methods, and Mindfulness.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Juliette Smith
Juliette is an accredited Psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, holding a Master’s degree in Systemic Family Therapy and expertise in Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), employing a warm, eclectic approach to help all age groups, including children and teens, address a wide range of issues such as depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and relationship issues.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Trudy Darling
Trudy Darling is an accredited Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with 20 years of experience in counselling and play therapy, who holds a Master's in Play and Sand Therapy and specializes in a wide range of issues, including trauma, suicidal ideation, addiction, domestic violence, and childhood sexual abuse, working with adults, teenagers, young children, and families using a safe, creative, and non-judgmental approach.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Marie Mulligan
Marie is a fully accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist who joined Tree of Life in 2014, specializing in an Integrative and Humanistic approach, with extensive experience in youth counselling, to support clients across a broad range of issues, including grief and loss, addiction, anxiety, self-harm, and recovery from sexual abuse.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Marcela Bonturi
Marcela is a bilingual (English and Portuguese) Psychotherapist practicing in Ireland since 2010, utilizing an eclectic range of CBT-based techniques, including ACT and DBT, to specialize in treating issues like anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship problems, and domestic violence, while also supporting clients from diverse backgrounds, including foreign students adapting to a new culture.

Counsellor & Psychotherapist
Jason Brennan
Jason Brennan is an accredited Psychotherapist, Coach, and Author with over 25 years of experience, who integrates a foundation in Psychoanalysis with Transactional Analysis and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to specialize in supporting adults with issues like depression, anxiety, loss, and healthy communication, while also focusing on Personal and Professional Development through coaching.
Holistic Therapists

Osteopath
Rob Marshall
Rob is a fully qualified and registered Osteopath who graduated from the London School of Osteopathy in 2005, and has since gained postgraduate qualifications in Medical Acupuncture, Classical, and Cranial Osteopathy, using a neuro-bio-psycho-social approach to help a wide range of clients from babies and professional sportspeople to mature individuals manage chronic conditions, recover from injury and surgery, and improve overall health and well-being.
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Acupuncturist & Yoga Instructor
Sarah Marshall
Sarah is a dedicated Wellness Professional and Yoga Instructor with over 10 years of experience, who has expanded her practice to include Acupuncture after three years of studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), integrating TCM's holistic approach, lifestyle guidance, and mindfulness to help clients address a wide array of concerns, including pain management, stress, anxiety, fertility, and menopausal symptoms.
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Reflexology Specialist
Marlene Finn
Marlene is the epitome of a Holistic Care provider and a dedicated Reflexologist who brings a passion for this ancient art to clients from babies to seniors, specializing in Reflexology for Menopause and using tailor-made techniques to relieve symptoms associated with ASD, ADHD, anxiety, and the gut/brain relationship, providing a comforting, professional, and non-hormonal therapy to promote deep relaxation, emotional balance, and natural healing.

Orthopaedic Therapist
Ashley Elmes
Ashley is a qualified Amatsu Therapist and Orthopaedic Soft Tissue Therapist who specializes in addressing the source of fascia restrictions and postural misalignment—key causes of back and neck pain, headaches, and trapped nerves—by utilizing Amatsu's gentle techniques to free neurological, muscular, and fascial restrictions, helping clients of all ages to speed up injury recovery, prevent further injuries, and enjoy better mobility and overall well-being.

Sound Therapist & Holistic Wellness Practitioner
Orna Bissett
Orna Bissett is a certified Sound Therapist and Yoga Teacher who also trained as a Holistic Therapist in 2008, using a rich toolkit that includes Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and Reiki to help clients slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with their inner selves through sound healing, stillness, and compassionate care.
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Nutritional Therapist
Celine Nelli
Celine is a registered Nutritional Therapist and Fertility Awareness Advisor who specializes in fertility, menstrual cycle health, and hormonal wellbeing across all life stages, using evidence-based nutrition, personalized supplement protocols, and functional testing to provide science-led and compassionate care for conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, perimenopause, and unexplained infertility.

Neuromuscular Therapist
Charlie Kinna
Charlie Kinna is a skilled Neuromuscular Therapist specializing in Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT), Deep Tissue, Holistic, and Sports Massage, utilizing detailed postural assessments and targeted techniques to address a wide variety of needs, from chronic pain and muscular dysfunction to stress relief and relaxation, with the goal of restoring optimal movement and supporting long-term musculoskeletal health.

Family Doctor and Metaphysical Healer
Dr. Ann Donnelly
Dr. Ann is a Family Doctor with over 25 years of experience in the NHS and a broad portfolio in Palliative and Holistic Medicine, who also serves as a Metaphysical Healer and International Teacher with the Modern Mystery School, integrating her roles as a Healer, Guide, and Ensofic Reiki Practitioner with her medical background and authorship of the best-selling book, 'Once Upon a Tinder.'
Class & Event Facilitators

Yoga Instructor & Mindfulness Practitioner
Maggie Dunne
​Maggie is a highly experienced Yoga Instructor and Wellness Facilitator who has been with Tree of Life since 2007. After initially training in Sydney with an Advanced Diploma of Integrated Body Therapies and working as a Remedial Massage Therapist, she focused on her passion, completing diplomas in both general and Kundalini Yoga Teacher Training. Maggie expertly integrates Yoga philosophy, a deep knowledge of the body, and specialized training in MBSR (Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction) to help her clients find a peaceful mind and maintain physical well-being.

Doctor & Wellness Consultant
Dr. Fiona Macken
Dr. Fiona is a Doctor, Mindfulness Teacher, and Co-founder of Wellnessurway, offering holistic events and personalized programs. Qualifying as a Doctor in 1997 and a GP in 2003, she combines a strong clinical background with a Certificate in Mindfulness Based Approaches. Fiona helps adults and children cope with mental health and stress by integrating training in MBSR, Neurolinguistic Programming, and Positive Neuroplasticity, leveraging her comprehensive skillset to guide clients toward getting the most out of life.

Yoga Instructor & Holistic Therapist
Michelle Considine
Michelle is an experienced RYT 500hr Yoga Instructor specializing in a diverse range of classes for all ages across Dublin, including Yoga for Strength, Mum and Baby Yoga, Children's Yoga, and Teens' Yoga. As a qualified Holistic Massage Therapist (ITEC), she also possesses a deep knowledge of human anatomy, which informs her teaching. Michelle is committed to utilizing yoga as a tool for health, offering individual support to students for any issues they may face. She excels at creating a comfortable, inclusive, warm, and welcoming space where her classes are suitable for everyone, from complete beginners to yoga pros. Michelle is deeply drawn to yoga philosophy, aiming to share its beautiful teachings of respect and compassion with her students.

Sound Therapist & Holistic Wellness Practitioner
Orna Bissett
Orna Bissett is a certified Sound Therapist and Yoga Teacher who also trained as a Holistic Therapist in 2008, using a rich toolkit that includes Aromatherapy, Reflexology, and Reiki to help clients slow down, restore balance, and reconnect with their inner selves through sound healing, stillness, and compassionate care.

Hatha Yoga Instructor & Wellness Guide
Ken Stanley
Ken is a highly trained Hatha Yoga Instructor who has been a dedicated resident teacher at Tree of Life for the last decade. Specializing in Hatha Yoga, Ken guides clients on a journey of self-discovery using a gentle yet powerful sequence of movement, breathwork, and deep relaxation. He aims to connect the pathways between mind, body, and spirit, leading to greater mental and physical well-being. Ken has further enriched his practice by undertaking extensive teacher training in locations including Nepal, India, and Ireland.



