Ex-soldier turned shaman helps families rid Ireland’s most haunted homes of spirits

Ex-soldier Paul O’Halloran turned shaman after a near-death experience and now helps Irish families with haunted homes

Paul O'Halloran: 'I was about four years old when I saw an old woman accompanied by a man and child outside my bedroom. It was a dark night and I could see them clearly. I knew they were spirits.' Photo: Ger Rogers Photography

It was a near-death experience that persuaded former soldier Paul O’Halloran to turn shaman - and pursue a career helping the owners of Ireland’s most haunted homes rid them of unwanted spirits.

The Galway native is now the first port of call for families who believe they are being tormented by paranormal house guests. He says demand is high, and he frequently travels the length and breadth of the country conducting shamanic healing as well as house and land clearing.