Dr Elaine Ryan, PsychD

Doctor of Psychology specialising in OCD and anxiety disorders

Chartered Member of The British Psychological Society

Doctor of Psychology with over 20 years’ experience specialising in OCD, anxiety, panic attacks, and health anxiety. Formerly worked in the NHS at Highly Specialist level, using evidence-based CBT and ERP.
Dr. Elaine Ryan Chartered Psychologist

Areas I specialise in

My clinical work focuses primarily on OCD and anxiety disorders. I use evidence-based CBT and, for OCD, Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), with treatment tailored to the patterns maintaining each problem. I have doctoral level & post doctoral training in OCD and anxiety disorders.

OCD

CBT with ERP to reduce obsessions and compulsions

OCD and treatment

Anxiety

Reduce avoidance, worry loops and safety behaviours with CBT.

Anxiety and treatment

Panic Attacks

Stop the panic cycle with CBT and exposure-based practice.

Panic attacks and treatment

Health Anxiety

Break reassurance and checking cycles and regain confidence.

Health anxiety and treatment

Agoraphobia

Gradual exposure to rebuild confidence.

Agoraphobia and treatment

Anger

Practical skills to reduce reactivity and respond calmly.

Anger Management

Online Screening Test

I have a selection of online tests that can tell you more about your condition
Go to online tests

Therapy & Self-Help

Choosing therapy in Dublin can feel confusing because there are so many titles and approaches. If you’re struggling with OCD, health anxiety, panic attacks or anxiety, evidence-based treatments include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and — for OCD — Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP).

I am a Chartered Psychologist with more than 20 years’ experience specialising in OCD and anxiety disorders, including many years providing CBT and ERP in private practice in Dublin and online across Ireland.

On MyTherapist.ie, I explain OCD and anxiety, the psychological treatments used to help, and how to choose a useful next step. Explore expert guidance and practical resources, or learn through my structured, self-paced psychological programmes.

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CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy)

A structured, practical therapy that helps you break anxiety and panic cycles, reduce avoidance and safety behaviours.
Learn about CBT

ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention)

A form of CBT designed for OCD. ERP helps you face triggers without doing compulsions or subtle safety behaviours (including mental rituals).
Learn about ERP

ACT (Acceptance and commitment Therapy)

Acceptance-based skills that build tolerance for uncertainty and help you move toward valued actions instead of anxiety-driven habits.
Learn about ACT

Resources

What Does Agoraphobia Feel Like?

Agoraphobia can feel different from person to person. Understand the thoughts, body sensations and avoidance pattern, then map your own first step.
Agoraphobia Recovery

CBT for Agoraphobia in Ireland: A Practical Guide

Learn what CBT for agoraphobia actually involves, with a worked example, small practice steps and options for getting help in Ireland.
Agoraphobia Recovery

Can You Have Agoraphobia Without Panic Attacks?

Agoraphobia can happen without panic attacks. Understand the fear and avoidance pattern, see a worked example, and choose a small first step.
Agoraphobia Recovery

The First Five Minutes Outside: A Gentle Plan for Leaving the House With Agoraphobia

If you are afraid to go outside because of agoraphobia, “just go for a walk” can feel like useless advice. It is too big. …
Agoraphobia Recovery

Agoraphobia and the Safe Person: How to Get Support Without Becoming Dependent

Many people with agoraphobia can do more when a trusted person is with them. They can go to the shop if their partner comes. …
Agoraphobia Recovery

How to Talk to Your GP About Agoraphobia When You Cannot Attend the Surgery

Agoraphobia creates a cruel problem. You need help, but the act of getting help may involve the very things you fear: leaving home, travelling, …
Agoraphobia Recovery