Louise Farrell-Doyle
EAAP Aviation Psychologist
Louise Farrell-Doyle is a Psychologist and Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist with memberships across key professional bodies including the PSI, BPS, APPI, ICP, and EAAP.
Her academic credentials include specialised training in Criminal and Forensic Psychology (BSc), Behavioural Analysis (Queens University), Psychotherapy (MSc, UCD School of Medicine), Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy (Post-Masters, School of Psychotherapy, St. Vincent’s University Hospital), and Applied Forensic Psychology (MSc, Buckinghamshire New University). She is currently advancing her research through Doctoral studies in Aviation Psychology at BNU specialising in Pilot Peer Support.
With proficiency and expertise in gold-standard assessment tools, including ADOS and CAARS4, Louise provides comprehensive evaluations for neurodevelopmental conditions. Her extensive forensic background and behavioural analysis training inform her specialised approach to complex trauma and psychological assessment.
Louise is recognised for her trauma-informed approach. Her practice integrates multiple therapeutic modalities including CBT, DBT, and psychoanalysis to effectively address anxiety, trauma, and stress-related conditions.
In addition to her clinical practice, Louise has developed notable expertise in supporting high-risk professionals, providing specialised mental health services to Police, Defence Forces, and Aviation personnel. Her aviation psychology practice includes both assessment and ongoing psychological support for industry professionals.
With her wealth of experience, specialised training, and compassionate care, Louise is dedicated to delivering exceptional mental health services to a diverse range of individuals and organisations.
Current training
- PhD in Psychology (in progress)
- Higher Diploma in Clinical Psychiatry (in progress)
Postgraduate Qualifications
- MSc Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy – University College Dublin
- MSc Applied Forensic Psychology – Buckinghamshire New University
Undergraduate
- BSc (Hons) Criminology & Psychology – Open University
Additional Training
- Diploma in Behavioural Analysis – Queen’s University Belfast
- Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy – IICP Dublin
- ADOS & CAARS Assessment Training (Pearson)
- Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (APT, UK)
- Pilot & Peer Assistance Training (UK Civil Aviation Authority)
- Clinical Skills for Working with Air Crew (BPS)
- BPS Expert Witness Training
- Irish Council for Psychotherapy – Fully Accredited Member
- Association for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy in Ireland – Fully Accredited Member
- European Association for Aviation Psychology – Accredited Aviation Psychologist
- Psychological Society of Ireland – Graduate Member
- British Psychological Society – Graduate Member
- American Psychological Association – International Member