Dr. Liam Reilly, HCPC
HCPC-registered clinical psychologist and director
- Person-centred care
- Trauma and anxiety
- Children to adults
About Dr. Liam Reilly
Dr. Liam Reilly is an HCPC-registered clinical psychologist and a member of the British Psychological Society. He has served as the BPS Northern Ireland representative for the Children, Young People, and Families faculty and leads Belfast Psychology Services as its director.
Dr. Reilly has worked across the NHS, private practice, corporate environments, and educational settings, bringing a broad perspective to clinical work. He has more than ten years of experience delivering training, supervision, and psychological support to a wide range of people. His practice spans children, adolescents, and adults and addresses difficulties such as anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma.
Therapy with Dr. Reilly is tailored and collaborative, guided by a person-centred ethos that encourages self-expression and ongoing development. He draws on a variety of psychotherapy techniques to create bespoke treatment plans and practical strategies that help people navigate life’s obstacles. The central elements of his work are non-judgemental acceptance, careful understanding, and steady support for a person’s experiences and challenges.
His clinical toolkit includes cognitive-behavioural methods, systemic and integrative approaches, behavioural interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), applied according to each person’s needs and goals.
Dr. Reilly has worked across the NHS, private practice, corporate environments, and educational settings, bringing a broad perspective to clinical work. He has more than ten years of experience delivering training, supervision, and psychological support to a wide range of people. His practice spans children, adolescents, and adults and addresses difficulties such as anxiety, depression, anger, and trauma.
Therapy with Dr. Reilly is tailored and collaborative, guided by a person-centred ethos that encourages self-expression and ongoing development. He draws on a variety of psychotherapy techniques to create bespoke treatment plans and practical strategies that help people navigate life’s obstacles. The central elements of his work are non-judgemental acceptance, careful understanding, and steady support for a person’s experiences and challenges.
His clinical toolkit includes cognitive-behavioural methods, systemic and integrative approaches, behavioural interventions, and Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR), applied according to each person’s needs and goals.
Areas of Expertise
Primary Focus
Also Specializes In
AddictionsLGBTRelationship issuesFamily conflictsIntimacy-related issuesEating disordersSleeping disordersParenting issuesSelf esteemCareer difficultiesBipolar disorderCoping with life changesCoachingCompassion fatigueADHD
Additional Focus Areas
AbandonmentAdoption and foster careAttachment issuesAutism and Asperger SyndromeBlended family issuesBody imageCaregiver issues and stressCo-morbidityCodependencyCommitment issuesCommunication problemsControl issuesCoping with natural or human-caused disasterDependent personalityDissociationDivorce and separationDomestic violenceEating and food-related issuesEmptinessFamily of origin issuesFamily problemsForgivenessGuilt and shameHoardingImmigration issuesImpulsivityInfidelityIsolation / lonelinessJealousyLife purposeMen's issuesMidlife crisisVeteran and Armed Forces IssuesMoney and financial issuesMood disordersNarcissismObsessions, compulsions, and OCDPanic disorder and panic attacksParanoiaPhobiasPost-traumatic stressProcess addiction (porn, exercise, gambling)Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)Self-harmSelf-loveSmoking / vaping cessationSocial anxiety and phobiaSomatizationWorkplace issuesYoung adult issues
Therapeutic Approach
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Attachment-Based Therapy Client-Centered Therapy Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Emotionally-Focused Therapy (EFT) Existential Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Mindfulness Therapy Motivational Interviewing Narrative Therapy Solution-Focused Therapy Trauma-Focused Therapy
Frequently Asked Questions
How much experience does Dr. Liam Reilly have?
Dr. Liam Reilly has 11 years of experience in clinical work, training, and supervision.
Is Dr. Liam Reilly a licensed therapist?
Yes. Dr. Liam Reilly is registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC), which is the professional regulator for health and care professions in the United Kingdom.
In which languages does Dr. Liam Reilly provide therapy?
Dr. Liam Reilly provides therapy in English.
Where is Dr. Liam Reilly located?
Dr. Liam Reilly is based in the United Kingdom.
How can I work with Dr. Liam Reilly as my therapist?
You can work with Dr. Liam Reilly through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging.
Does Dr. Liam Reilly work with international clients?
Yes, Dr. Liam Reilly works with international clients.
How much does therapy with Dr. Liam Reilly cost?
The cost of therapy can vary depending on factors such as your location and the therapist's availability. Sessions are billed through a subscription that can be canceled at any time, for any reason. For current details, click the "Start Therapy" button on this page.
How can I get started with therapy?
Getting started is quick and straightforward. Click the "Start Therapy" button and complete a short questionnaire that helps match you with your therapist. Depending on availability, you can then schedule your first session, which may take place by phone, video call, live chat, or in-app messaging.
Therapeutic Approaches and Online Support
Dr. Reilly draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy - a practical approach that helps people clarify their values, accept difficult thoughts or feelings, and take committed action toward meaningful goals. ACT is often helpful for anxiety, stress, and situations where avoidance has become limiting.
He also uses Attachment-Based Therapy, which explores how early relationships influence current emotional patterns and interpersonal dynamics. This approach supports people working through relationship difficulties, abandonment or attachment issues, and challenges in forming secure connections.
Client-Centered Therapy underpins his collaborative style, prioritising empathy, respect, and the person’s own capacity for growth. This way of working helps create a safe space for exploring identity, self-esteem, and life transitions.
Finding the right blend of approaches is part of the therapeutic process. Dr. Reilly works with each person to identify what fits best based on their needs, goals, and preferences, adapting methods together as work progresses.
Online therapy offers flexible access to licensed professionals through video calls, phone sessions, live chat, or text-based messaging. These options make it easier to fit therapy into busy schedules, support continuity of care across locations, and allow people to engage in ways that feel most comfortable and effective for them.