John gained his accreditation as a clinical psychologist in 2007. Upon qualification, he secured a post in Russells Hall Hospital UK, working primarily in the oncology and clinical hematology wards in the hospital. In 2018 he returned to his native Ireland and following a short phase in private practice, became appointed as senior clinical psychologist and centre lead for the service in Co. Donegal.

Patricia Doherty is the Client Services Coordinator in the Letterkenny Office. In this position Patricia works closely with colleagues and serves as the primary contact to new clients. Patricia has a background in hospitality and healthcare and enjoys welcoming clients to our wonderful Centre.

Elaine McDermott qualified from the internationally recognised Dr Vodder Schule of Manual Lymphatic Drainage and Lymphoedema Management and has worked in cancer care since 2015. Elaine’s passion is empowering patients to manage and take control of their ailment through education, massage, skincare, movement, and compression. Elaine works with empathy, taking a holistic view to achieve the best possible outcome, thus improving quality of life

Grainne has been qualified in various Holistic Therapies since 2006 from Cavan Institute. She has also attended The London School of Reflexology and The Irish school of Reflexology. Grainne is also an Itec accredited tutor at the award-winning Pyramid Holistic Centre Donegal, where she teaches Reflexology and Massage Therapy. Grainne takes great pride in her work at the Centre supporting Oncology patients Holistically on their road to wellbeing and Vitality.

Sinead has a passion for helping people, which prompted her to pursue a career in massage therapy. She studied sport and nutrition and has worked as a nutritional consultant for many years. She has extensive experience with a wide range of clients, treatments, and health concerns.

Philip began his Tai Chi journey in 2005, studying Chen style Tai chi under Grandmaster Liming Yue. In 2007 he earned his level 2 ‘Duan Wei’ from Chinese Wushu Association in China as well as his Level 3 instructor certification from Grandmaster Liming Yue. He taught classes for Grandmaster Liming Yue until 2003 and founded his own school ‘High Peak Tai Chi in 2007. In the UK, Philip’s clients included the NHS, Age Concern, Dementia Care Services, Macmillan and Derbyshire County Council. He now runs Tai chi Donegal in Ireland and we are very lucky to have him as a member of our team.