John R. McAteer

IASW Independent Social Workers

Name: John R. McAteer, LCSW-R

Email: jrmcateer@gmail.com

Telephone: 087-397-0611

Type of Work/Specialism:

• Adult, Young Adult, Couple, and Family Mental Health Therapy
• Addiction Counselling and Support
• Trauma Recovery and Resilience Building
• ADHD Therapy and Executive Functioning Coaching

CORU Registration Number: SW063210

Region/Location: Dublin 04

Languages spoken: English

Business name/address: John R. McAteer, LCSW-R

Description of relevant experience/profile:

• Over 20 years of expertise in trauma, young adult, mental health, and substance use treatment, specializing in evidence-based therapies like CBT, DBT, IFS, and Motivational Interviewing. 
• Extensive experience in individual, group, and family therapy, with a focus on co-occurring mental health and substance use disorders. 
• Skilled in developing tailored interventions that align with client-specific goals, driving sustainable recovery outcomes. 
• Proven success in leading interdisciplinary teams to deliver holistic, patient-centred care in diverse clinical settings. 

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Arts in Psychology – Adelphi University
• Master of Science in Social Work – Columbia University
• Extensive Training in Motivational Interviewing, CBT, DBT, Trauma Treatment
• CORU Registration: SW063210
• QQI Award Level 6 - Training and Development

Professional registrations:

• CORU Registration: SW063210
• IASW member
• NASW

Extra skills:

• Received extensive training in DBT, CBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), successfully addressing trauma, mental health, and substance use challenges.
• John was the Clinical Director at the New York Center for Living, supporting individuals and families with clinical interventions for mental health and substance use disorders.
• Completed advanced professional development in the Neurobiology and Treatment of Trauma, enhancing expertise in trauma-informed care.
• Accomplished lecturer and presenter in mental health and addiction, with QQI Level 6 certification in Training and Development.