About me
Paul Shin, MA
Psychotherapist
I am a qualified Arts Psychotherapist with a BA in Psychology and an MA in Arts Psychotherapy, offering trauma-informed therapy for psychological difficulties. Originally from South Korea, I have practiced as a therapist with both children and adults since 2021, and I am currently based in Wexford, Ireland.
As an Asian therapist, my work is grounded in cultural sensitivity and respect for diverse identities, family dynamics, and lived experiences. I also work in an LGBTQ+ affirming way and aim to provide a therapeutic space that is respectful, inclusive, and free from judgement.
I am currently in training in Somatic Experiencing®, having completed the Beginner Level in 2025. With a background in Expressive Arts Therapy, I draw on art-making, movement, music, and drama to support regulation, emotional expression, and embodied awareness, particularly when verbal processing feels limited or overwhelming.
I work at a safe, steady pace, creating a supportive and inclusive space where you can feel understood and explore change with care and trust.
My Story
My journey into psychotherapy began in an unexpected way, through physical pain.
In 2011, I experienced intense and persistent pain that had no clear medical explanation. Tests came back normal, yet my body was clearly struggling. At the time, I did not have the language to understand what was happening, but I sensed that something deeper was asking for attention.
This experience became a turning point. It opened my eyes to how emotional stress and unresolved psychological pain can manifest in the body, and how deeply connected our mental and physical worlds truly are. Rather than seeing these symptoms as something “wrong,” I began to understand them as the body’s attempt to cope and communicate.
In 2012, I began a mindfulness practice that helped me slow down and listen more carefully to my body, my emotions, and my inner world. That practice laid the foundation for a longer path of learning and training. I later completed a BA in Psychology in 2018 and an MA in Arts Psychotherapy in 2022, deepening my understanding of trauma, anxiety, and emotional regulation.
Today, this lived experience continues to shape how I work. I approach therapy with curiosity, respect, and an appreciation for the ways people adapt to survive difficult experiences. I believe healing does not require force or intensity, but safety, time, and attuned support.
Contact.
If you would like to enquire about therapy or availability, please get in touch.