About Joseph S. Plowman, M.Sc. (Applied Psy)
I have been involved with hypnosis and psychology for many years. I have a First Class Honours degree in Psychology from the University of South Wales, Glamorgan (2006) and a Masters in Applied Psychology from Trinity College, Dublin (2008). My theses were on emotional intelligence and emotional expertise, drawing on both research with experienced Buddhist meditators and lie-detection 'Wizards'. Related to this research I hold an expert certification in emotion recognition, from the training group of Prof. Paul Ekman, one of the foremost emotion researchers in the world.
I am a registered advanced hypnotherapy practitioner with the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), having trained in 2001 prior to my psychology studies, including with the world-renowned hypnosis expert Dr. Michael D. Yapko. (Dr Yapko's book, 'Trancework', is regarded as the essential text on clinical hypnosis. His integrity and dedication is a constant inspiration.) I also have training (primary and advanced certificate practicums) in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (both in the UK and with the Albert Ellis Institute in New York) and a Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I integrate this with hypnotherapy and positive psychology, such as via hypnotic regression to moments of strength or deeply positive experiences. I am also an accredited practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming.
I spent several years researching positive psychology. I am a Founding Member of the Centre for Applied Positive Psychology in the UK, a think-and-do tank aimed at disseminating the science and interventions of Positive Psychology. This centre is headed by world experts in the field. I also have membership with the European Network for Positive Psychology. As such, I use positive psychology research and insights in combination with hypnosis.
Related to positive psychology, I am interested in psychological coaching approaches for enhancing human potential. I am a member of the premier science-based organisation for Coaching Psychology in Europe, the International Society for Coaching Psychology. Membership to the ISCP requires a degree in psychology so as to ensure a scientific basis to practice and reflection. As a result, I seek to use evidence-based approaches (such as hypnosis, positive psychology and rational emotive behaviour therapy), and recognised expert scholarship, to facilitate change.
Currently, I write and lecture in psychology, child psychology, and mental health awareness with The Open College (www.theopencollege.com), a post I have held for many years. I have also taught human growth and development. I have had the fortune to tutor hundreds of students from all over Ireland, in various professions, and from all walks of life.
It’s important to know your therapist’s training and associations, so some of my qualifications and memberships include:
B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology (University of South Wales)
M.Sc. in Applied Psychology (Trinity College, Dublin)
Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy
General Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice
Primary Certificate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Albert Ellis Institute)
Advanced Certificate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Albert Ellis Institute)
Certificate in Solution Focused Approaches
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Practitioner in Neuro Linguistic Programming
Member of the General Hypnotherapy Register, UK (GHR).
Member of the International Society for Coaching Psychology (ISfCP)
Founding Member of the Centre for Applied Positive Psychology (CAPP)
Member of the European Network for Positive Psychology (ENPP)
Associate Member of the Association for Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (AREBT)
Summary: I aim to utilise all of the above combining positive psychology coaching, cognitive behavioural therapy, and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (CBH) in dealing with your issues, challenges, and life problems, while enhancing the quality of your life toward your valued goals. This is the aim of Phenomenal Psychology: to achieve excellent experience and behavioural outcomes.
To arrange a consultation, please see the contact information.
I have been involved with hypnosis and psychology for many years. I have a First Class Honours degree in Psychology from the University of South Wales, Glamorgan (2006) and a Masters in Applied Psychology from Trinity College, Dublin (2008). My theses were on emotional intelligence and emotional expertise, drawing on both research with experienced Buddhist meditators and lie-detection 'Wizards'. Related to this research I hold an expert certification in emotion recognition, from the training group of Prof. Paul Ekman, one of the foremost emotion researchers in the world.
I am a registered advanced hypnotherapy practitioner with the General Hypnotherapy Register (GHR), having trained in 2001 prior to my psychology studies, including with the world-renowned hypnosis expert Dr. Michael D. Yapko. (Dr Yapko's book, 'Trancework', is regarded as the essential text on clinical hypnosis. His integrity and dedication is a constant inspiration.) I also have training (primary and advanced certificate practicums) in Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (both in the UK and with the Albert Ellis Institute in New York) and a Diploma in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. I integrate this with hypnotherapy and positive psychology, such as via hypnotic regression to moments of strength or deeply positive experiences. I am also an accredited practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming.
I spent several years researching positive psychology. I am a Founding Member of the Centre for Applied Positive Psychology in the UK, a think-and-do tank aimed at disseminating the science and interventions of Positive Psychology. This centre is headed by world experts in the field. I also have membership with the European Network for Positive Psychology. As such, I use positive psychology research and insights in combination with hypnosis.
Related to positive psychology, I am interested in psychological coaching approaches for enhancing human potential. I am a member of the premier science-based organisation for Coaching Psychology in Europe, the International Society for Coaching Psychology. Membership to the ISCP requires a degree in psychology so as to ensure a scientific basis to practice and reflection. As a result, I seek to use evidence-based approaches (such as hypnosis, positive psychology and rational emotive behaviour therapy), and recognised expert scholarship, to facilitate change.
Currently, I write and lecture in psychology, child psychology, and mental health awareness with The Open College (www.theopencollege.com), a post I have held for many years. I have also taught human growth and development. I have had the fortune to tutor hundreds of students from all over Ireland, in various professions, and from all walks of life.
It’s important to know your therapist’s training and associations, so some of my qualifications and memberships include:
B.Sc. (Hons) in Psychology (University of South Wales)
M.Sc. in Applied Psychology (Trinity College, Dublin)
Diploma in Hypnotherapy and Psychotherapy
General Qualification in Hypnotherapy Practice
Primary Certificate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Albert Ellis Institute)
Advanced Certificate in Rational-Emotive & Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (Albert Ellis Institute)
Certificate in Solution Focused Approaches
Diploma in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Practitioner in Neuro Linguistic Programming
Member of the General Hypnotherapy Register, UK (GHR).
Member of the International Society for Coaching Psychology (ISfCP)
Founding Member of the Centre for Applied Positive Psychology (CAPP)
Member of the European Network for Positive Psychology (ENPP)
Associate Member of the Association for Rational Emotive Behaviour Therapy (AREBT)
Summary: I aim to utilise all of the above combining positive psychology coaching, cognitive behavioural therapy, and cognitive behavioural hypnotherapy (CBH) in dealing with your issues, challenges, and life problems, while enhancing the quality of your life toward your valued goals. This is the aim of Phenomenal Psychology: to achieve excellent experience and behavioural outcomes.
To arrange a consultation, please see the contact information.
