Addiction counselling built on experience, understanding and a belief that change is possible.
Whether you're struggling with addiction yourself or looking for support for someone you care about, Rod offers a confidential, non-judgemental space to talk, understand what's happening and explore a way forward.
You don't have to figure it all out on your own.
Taking the first step can be difficult. You may be worried about your own relationship with alcohol or drugs, concerned about someone close to you, or simply unsure about what to do next.
Rod offers a confidential, non-judgemental space where you can talk openly, understand what you're experiencing and explore a different way forward.
Support can begin with a conversation.
Specialist areas
This is what Rod helps with.
Addiction
Compulsive Gambling
Problem Gambling
Relationships & Addiction
Group Therapy
Couples Counselling
About Rod Fitzgerald
Rod’s own life experience led him to develop a keen interest in addiction and psychotherapy.
He completed a two-year intensive professional training in Counselling and has worked as a counsellor in private practice and with a range of organisations since 2000.
Over more than 25 years, Rod has continued to develop his knowledge and experience, particularly in the areas of addiction and compulsive behaviours.
Experience & training
25+
Years counselling experience
Master’s
Degree in Addiction Studies
Specialist
Training in compulsive gambling
Professional
Counselling, group therapy and lecturing
Professional experience
- Addiction Response Crumlin
- Santa Maria Hostel
- The Rutland Centre
- Toranfield House Residential Addiction Treatment Centre
- Accord Ireland
- Merchant’s Quay Ireland
- Irish Prison Service
- PCI College Dublin
- Rosemount Family Resource Centre, Dundrum
Current work
Rod currently provides counselling support to problem gamblers through Rosemount Family Resource Centre and maintains a private practice primarily serving Bray, Wicklow and South Dublin.
A safe place to talk
For many people, reaching out for help is one of the hardest steps they will take.
Rod’s approach is centred on creating a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment where people can talk openly about what they are experiencing.
Counselling can help people understand the patterns affecting their lives, explore the issues behind addictive or compulsive behaviours, and begin to identify healthier ways forward.
Understanding can make a difference
Rod’s own experience has given him a particular understanding of the challenges that addiction can create for individuals, families and relationships.
This experience, combined with more than 25 years of professional counselling work and continued training, informs his compassionate and practical approach.
Ready to talk?
Call Rod directly or send a message. The first step is simply starting a conversation.