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The Greenane Centre

The Greenane Centre is an award winning therapeutic teaching centre dedicated to ensuring therapeutic excellence through the design and delivery of specialised CPD courses for counsellors, psychotherapists, mental health professionals and allied practitioners seeking to expand their core training to reflect areas of specialisation.

We are renowned for our student centred approach and our therapeutic teaching framework which integrates academic rigour, practical application and ethical principles. 

We are committed to fostering a supportive and progressive environment, empowering students to enhance their therapeutic practice by achieving Postgraduate CPD Specialisations in Adolescent Psychotherapy, Play Therapy, Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy, Neurodiversity-Informed Practice, Eating Disorders and Sand Tray Therapy.

The Greenane Centre Training Room

Our Therapeutic Teaching Space

The Greenane Centre in Tipperary Town features a purpose-built training facility designed to support therapeutic teaching within a student-centered and nurturing environment. The Centre offers a tranquil, welcoming and nurturing  environment  ensuring a private and comfortable space conducive to creative expression, exploration and experiential learning.

The Centre also boasts extensive therapeutic garden spaces, offering a serene setting where trainees can relax and reflect during breaks. Additionally, parking facilities are available for all attendees.

Meet The Team

Liz Quish - The Greenane Centre

Liz Quish

Founder & Academic Director

Liz Quish is the founder and Academic Director of The Greenane Centre. As an IACP and AACPI accredited psychotherapist and clinical supervisor, Liz holds an Honours Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Master of Science in Mental Health from Trinity College Dublin, where she received an award for outstanding academic achievement. A strong advocate of lifelong learning, she has also earned Diplomas in Clinical Supervision, Early Childhood, Sand Tray Therapy, CBT, Adolescent Psychotherapy, Neurodiversity and Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy.

Prior to establishing The Greenane Centre, Liz made significant academic contributions in child development and mental health promotion. She served as a tutor at London Metropolitan University, teaching on their BA in Early Childhood program, and was part of the academic teaching team for the Mental Health Promotion Programme at University College Cork.

Liz’s commitment to mental health and therapeutic excellence extends beyond her clinical work and program development. She is also a published author. Her book “Overcoming Self Harm and Suicidal Thoughts, A Practical Guide for The Adolescent Years”, was published by Hammersmith Health in 2015 and was shortlisted for The People’s Book Prize. Liz is also a familiar face and voice in media circles, having appeared on numerous TV and radio chat shows. She has also contributed a range of articles to national press outlets on mental health.

Paul Quish - The Greenane Centre

Paul Quish

Director of Operations

Paul Quish is the Director of Operations at The Greenane Centre, where he utilises his extensive experience in accounting, IT management, broadcasting and communications to enhance the Centre’s operational efficiency. Paul is central to ensuring the Centre’s smooth functioning by overseeing operational planning and co-ordinating critical aspects such as enrollment, timetabling, tuition fees and the IT infrastructure. Paul’s extensive experience in IT management enables him to integrate advanced technology solutions into the Centre’s operations. This expertise is instrumental in maintaining a seamless and user-friendly IT infrastructure that supports the academic faculty and students enhancing their overall experience at the Centre. Paul is committed  to student support and customer service, playing a vital role in managing student enquiries and refining operational processes to deliver an exceptional student experience.

Rachel Carey

Administration & Operations Assistant

Rachel Carey, the Administration & Operations Assistant at The Greenane Centre, is dedicated to supporting the center’s daily administration and operations. Her aim is to create a welcoming, effective, and professional environment for both students and facilitators alike.
She brings over 15 years of customer service experience and a strong background in administrative work to her role at The Greenane Centre. Having worked for several years in a range of sectors, she’s developed a calm, reliable and organised approach to supporting both clients and teams.
Rachel’s broad background in Social Care, and Accounting will enable her to contribute meaningfully to the team and add value across her role.

HOW WE WORK

Therapeutic Teaching Approach

At The Greenane Centre, we employ a therapeutic teaching approach that seamlessly integrates the personal and professional expansion of our students. Our therapeutic teaching approach ensures an enriching learning experience which is underpinned by compassionate guidance, collaborative learning, theoretical integration and reflective practice.

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What Makes The Greenane Centre Different?

At The Greenane Centre, we prioritise the individual needs and growth of each student through our student-centered therapeutic teaching approach. We ensure each student feels supported, valued and empowered throughout their learning journey.

What Makes Our Courses Special?

Our comprehensive, versatile training programs offer a unique blend of depth and breadth, giving students both a strong knowledge base and a wide range of transferable skills. We focus not only on professional expansion but also on personal development, through our Therapeutic Teaching Framework.

Accredited CPD Courses

The Greenane Centre is proud to offer programs that are IACP CPD Approved and Recognised. As the largest and longest-established Counselling and Psychotherapy Association in Ireland, the IACP sets and upholds the highest standards in the profession. Our IACP-approved programmes reflect our commitment to therapeutic excellence.

Expert Academic Team

The academic staff at The Greenane Centre bring a wealth of national and international expertise. All our academic team maintain active psychotherapy practices, engage in ongoing research and are committed to their continuing professional development. By integrating active clinical practice with academic research, our teaching team adapts and refines educational content, ensuring our students benefit from the latest developments in psychotherapy and mental health.

OUR VALUES

The Greenane Centre Ethos

Ensuring Therapeutic Excellence

At The Greenane Centre, we are committed to delivering engaging, practical and skills-based training while maintaining the highest academic standards. Our goal is to prepare our graduates to deliver ethical, professional, effective and evidence-based therapeutic services.

Informed By The Latest Research

The Greenane Centre is committed to keeping abreast of the latest developments and training needs in the psychotherapy and mental health field. By developing programs to address both current and emerging needs, we ensure our graduates are equipped to meet the diverse needs of their clients.

Underpinned By Ethical Practices

All our courses are underpinned by evidence-based and ethical practices ensuring participants are equipped to provide interventions that are evidence-based, client-centered and aligned with best practices.

TESTIMONIALS

What Students & Professionals Are Saying

I really enjoyed the course and the tutors were amazing especially Romy. Couldn’t fault anything. I have learned so much around neurodiversity, something I was previously lacking. It has really benefited my clinical work.

This was a wonderful course which I thoroughly enjoyed. I felt held by Greenane at all times with support always available if and when needed. The course was informative and I have learned so much from my participation. Both Patricia and Marian were possessed excellent skills in both their presentation skills and in the information provided. I would highly recommend the course to fellow colleagues.

The Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy training was highly valuable, offering a clear blend of theory, neuroscience, and practical interventions. I particularly appreciated the emphasis on safety, regulation, Polyvagal and the three-phase trauma model, alongside creative interventions such as expressive arts, which provided safe ways to process trauma. The supportive group environment also made the experience especially enriching, creating a safe space for sharing, reflection, and mutual learning. Overall, the training was engaging, comprehensive, and left me with both practical tools and a stronger trauma-informed lens to bring into my work.

This course has provided me with a wonderful training opportunity with top class tutors. It has given me the knowledge and the confidence to work with trauma clients in a manner that is safe for the client. The course provides both professional and personal development. The Greenane Centre provides a very easy to use website which enhances the learning experience. Support is made available throughout the course to all participants. I whole heartedly recommend this course to anyone with an interest in trauma work.

The course was brilliant. The admin side was well looked after. I found it very beneficial to have everything in the client portal, so handy and well organised. Patricia was just unbelievable in the content material, delivery and explaining stuff really really well. I was most pleased that the whole course was online and scheduled for reasonable times during the evenings and weekends. That made a huge difference for me in comparison to other courses that are out there.

I found the Diploma in Trauma-Informed Psychotherapy to be a valuable and enriching experience overall. The modules delivered by Patricia Allen-Garrett were particularly engaging – well-structured, grounded in strong clinical knowledge, and clearly informed by deep experience. Her facilitation brought the material to life in a way that felt both accessible and professionally relevant. I came away from those sessions feeling more confident in applying trauma-informed principles to my client work.

A fantastic learning experience. Loved the therapeutic learning approach and the experiential aspect of the course. Thanks to everyone involved in the Greenane Centre, my lecturers and colleagues on the course for making this such a transformative learning experience which will no doubt benefit my neurodivergent clients.

Excellent course from start to finish. Any services interacting with the public should be neurodiversity informed. So pleased I did it.

This course was an incredible learning experience that has changed the way I view and approach Neurodiversity. It was affirming , informative and incredibly well delivered. I leave with not only a greater understanding but also a deep sense of gratitude for the insights and the supportive, inclusive atmosphere created throughout the course.

Outstanding course with outstanding facilitators

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the course. The tutors have been brilliant and I know as a student body we will keep in touch in the future.
Thank you!

Thoroughly enjoyed course, really engaging tutors, lovely group of people. On -site very pleasant and well equipped.

I could not recommend this course highly enough. Great mix of theory and practice, with loads of fun along the way.
I will most definitely be back to the Greenane Centre for future learnings.
5⭐️

It was such an amazing course. Each module was delivered so well and there has been so much learning both personally and professionally from the course. All staff were like family, it felt so relaxed and encouraging.

Fantastic course! Delighted I completed it. Many thanks!

This was by far one of the most enjoyable trainings I have completed to date (and I’ve been to a lot of trainings)!
The tutors were excellent and had an amazing integrative, experiential and knowledge based teaching style that brought great energy to the course.
The grounds and facilities at Greenane brought a relaxed calming element to the training that made the journey worth while..
Overall this has been a very enjoyable experience and I would most definitely consider further training with this centre.

I would like to say that it was an insightful and eye opening course. The compassionate and knowledgeable Romy is most certainly an expert in her field. She has amazing  insight and made everything seem so understandable. Her practical insights and solutions were impactful. I could sit and ask her questions all day long, it was great .

I found the course very interesting, insightful and practical and it covered every aspect of working with adolescents. I really enjoyed the course and all the tutors were excellent in their field. I have already recommended this course to colleagues.

Thank you so much for a great learning experience. It has exceeded my expectations and sparked my curiosity around future learning also. Communication, support and structure was excellent.

This course was excellent and provided a grounding and framework in which to work with teens. I have felt very held and supported as I did this course which give me the confidence to do counselling work with adolescents. I would recommend this course for anyone wishing to work with teens.

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The Greenane Centre is the Leading Provider of Specialised CPD Postgraduate Psychotherapy and Mental Health Promotion Training Courses.

We are highly regarded for our robust, informative, dynamic and engaging training courses offering our students an interactive, reflective and immersive learning experience. 

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