Simone O'Rourke
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Summary
Compassionate, multilingual professional with a diverse background in psychotherapy, coaching, holistic health, and client services. Currently completing a BSc in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy, alongside continuous training in mental health and personal development. Proven ability to support individuals in therapeutic settings through equine-assisted interventions, NLP, and coaching techniques. Adept at building rapport, holding space, and working across cultures and age groups.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages
Work History
Warranty Manager & Bodywork Consultant
Spirit Motor Group
06.2012 - Current
- Client-facing role requiring emotional intelligence, negotiation, and solution-focused communication
- Managed high-pressure situations and built long-term client relationships
- Established strong relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of replacement parts and smooth warranty transactions.
- Created detailed reports on warranty metrics, providing valuable insights for company-wide strategic planning initiatives.
Equine Therapist & Horse-Riding Instructor
Ballinabarney Farm
01.2019 - 12.2024
- Facilitated equine-assisted interventions to promote confidence, emotional regulation, and body-mind connection
- Worked with children, adolescents, and adults in nature-based, relational settings
- Integrated coaching and NLP tools to support personal development and wellbeing
Speaker
National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference
01.2019 - 01.2019
- Delivered presentation on client care and leadership in high-performance environments
Service Advisor
Windsor Motor Group
01.2007 - 01.2012
- Developed interpersonal and organisational skills in a fast-paced environment
Sommelier
Brera Restaurant
01.2006 - 09.2007
- Delivered refined service and developed cross-cultural communication skills
- Trained service staff on wines, spirits and cocktails to maximize revenue and maintain stellar reputation for service.
Education
BSc (Hons) - Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
IICP College
Dublin 01.2023 - Current
Certificate in Anxiety and Stress Disorders -
Harvard Medical School
01.2025 - Current
Advanced Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor -
The Health Science Academy
01.2025 - Current
NLP Practitioner Certificate -
Irish Institute of NLP
Dublin 01.2021 - 12.2021
Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership & Executive Coaching -
Kingstown College
Dublin 01.2019 - 12.2020
Certificate in Coaching Programme -
Horse Sport Ireland
Wicklow, Ireland 01.2019 - 12.2019
Practical Philosophy and Meditation -
School of Philosophy And Economic Science
01.2018 - 12.2020
Advanced Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner -
The Health Science Academy
01.2015 - 12.2015
Advanced Spanish Language and Culture Certificate -
Universidad De Salamanca
Salamanca, Spain 01.2000 - 12.2000
Skills
One-on-one sessions
Client relations
CBT techniques
Intervention planning
Excellent communication
One-on-one sessions
Timeline
Certificate in Anxiety and Stress Disorders -
Harvard Medical School
01.2025 - Current
Advanced Sports and Exercise Nutritional Advisor -
The Health Science Academy
01.2025 - Current
BSc (Hons) - Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy
IICP College
01.2023 - Current
NLP Practitioner Certificate -
Irish Institute of NLP
01.2021 - 12.2021
Equine Therapist & Horse-Riding Instructor
Ballinabarney Farm
01.2019 - 12.2024
Speaker
National Manufacturing & Supply Chain Conference
01.2019 - 01.2019
Advanced Diploma in Personal, Leadership & Executive Coaching -
Kingstown College
01.2019 - 12.2020
Certificate in Coaching Programme -
Horse Sport Ireland
01.2019 - 12.2019
Practical Philosophy and Meditation -
School of Philosophy And Economic Science
01.2018 - 12.2020
Advanced Clinical Weight Loss Practitioner -
The Health Science Academy
01.2015 - 12.2015
Warranty Manager & Bodywork Consultant
Spirit Motor Group
06.2012 - Current
Service Advisor
Windsor Motor Group
01.2007 - 01.2012
Sommelier
Brera Restaurant
01.2006 - 09.2007
Advanced Spanish Language and Culture Certificate -
Universidad De Salamanca
01.2000 - 12.2000
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