Parenting Counselling in Newry
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Pj Toal
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
As an integrative Counsellor I draw on elements of different perspectives and provide a unique therapy which can be adapted to suit a client's needs. I use the insights and techniques of Relatinal Therapy, Humanistic Counselling, Psychodynamic Therapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, to gain a deeper understanding of your concerns and work towards a new and happier sense of self. The first step of the process is taking the first courageous step to seek therapy. Call or text me to arrange an appointment. Mobile:07470371344 Email:counsellorpj@gmail.com

Dr Ann O'Hanlon, The I Can Centre
Psychologist, PhD, GMBPsS
Verified
Verified
Are thoughts of "I can't" holding you back? Talk to us in confidence about our range of supports and become someone who says: "I CAN manage stress / anxiety / worry / anger / low mood", OR "I CAN manage or stop rituals and compulsions incl counting / shopping / cleaning / hair-or skin pulling", OR "I CAN cope and be confident / sociable / productive / myself". Dare to believe at "The I CAN Centre". You CAN have the insights and tools to feel great, be inspired and live your best life!

Anthony Thomas McCann
PhD
The disabling experiences of ADHD are very real. Living with this distinctive brain can be a real challenge in a world that doesn't suit us very well. As real as the difficulties are, I don't think our brains are broken. We have a wide range of distinctive strengths beyond our diagnosis. I can help you understand your strengths, to become your own best guide in your own life. If you'd like to arrange a coaching session with me, contact me, and I will get back to you as soon as possible.

Prof Melania Anna Duca
PhD
Verified
Verified
After having taught for 7 years at the Faculty of Psychology of an Italian private University, I moved to Northern Ireland where I founded Athena Mental Health which I now direct as the CEO. I am a Fellow of the National Council of Integrative Psychotherapists (UK) where I served as Ethics Committee Member and currently offer Clinical Supervision. During the COVID19 pandemic I moved my business online accessing the global market where I still work treating adults, couples and families from any country in the world. I was trained to provide therapy in English to speakers of other languages.

Lesley Delaney
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I offer a safe relaxed space where you will be really listened to without judgement. My aim is to help you to understand yourself better, change destructive behavioural patterns, improve your emotional wellbeing and take more control of your life. Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed or depressed? Perhaps you are stuck or dissatisfied with your life or your relationship? Maybe work is taking over your life? Do you need help to make a change? Together we can explore your feelings, to make sense of what is happening or happened in your life. Together we can explore new perspectives. I am here to help you to achieve your goals.

Roisen Keaveney
Psychologist, MSc
Verified
Verified
If you are interested in counselling feel free to contact me for a free 20 min consultation. I am a Chartered Psychologist with The Psychological Society of Ireland. I am also accredited with the BACP. I have 25 years experience of working in a wide range of settings including the statutory, voluntary & private sector. My experience includes: 5 years specialising within the mental health field including acute psychiatry and community mental health, 6 years specialising in counselling survivors of abuse including clerical abuse, 5 years specialising in University counselling and 3 years specialising in post primary counselling.

Gavin Walter Armstrong
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I am passionate about helping people see past their problems to a future free from crippling toxic anxiety and depression. I travel with my clients on their journey of self-discovery, helping them find their own inner strength to deal with their own issues.

Eleanor Elizabeth McCartney
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
Counselling is a talking therapy which can enable you to come to your own conclusions and take your own decisions in life. I can help you achieve that. Counsellors recognize that no two human beings are alike or have the same experiences so therapy can be tailored to an individual need. I work with a wide range of different clients but feel my expertise lies in Anxiety/depression, relationship, mental health issues and bereavement and loss. So if you want a listening ear and a friendly face I am here and remember, "We fall, we break, we fail, but then we rise, we heal and we overcome".

Alison Chesney
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified integrative psychotherapist with many years experience working with clients of all ages. I have also undertaken specialist training in counselling children and adolescents. I have experience in working therapeutically with a wide range of difficulties including; anxiety and panic disorder, self harm, suicidal ideation, low self esteem, family difficulties, relationship problems and many more. I provide therapy in a safe and supportive environment in which the client can explore the issues which are causing difficulty.
Online Therapists

Jemma Wemyss
Counsellor, MA, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I want to invite you, as a
parent
, to join me for a free consultation where (if you wish!) you can experience the sand for yourself through a short, guided session.
Through a container of sand we are transported to a world with endless possibilities, a world in which our deepest inner story can be welcomed into the light. Often children and young people find it difficult to express their innermost feelings verbally. In SandStory Therapy, the sand and symbols are the voice of the young person, giving them a safe space to express their feelings. With the help of a supportive therapist sand trays are explored and feelings are processed in a way that is deeply nurturing and healing.
Waitlist for new clients

Dr Casey McGivern
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified
Verified
I am a fully registered Clinical Psychologist working in East Belfast. My practice is situated conveniently by the M2 and M3 motorways and close to Belfast city centre. I have over 7 years' experience working in Clinical Psychology and the area of mental health with adults, children and families. I work with a range of issues such as trauma, OCD, anxiety, depression, grief and interpersonal relationship difficulties. I have a special interest in working with new parents and pregnant people in distress or encountering difficulty related to their
parenting
journey (birth trauma, postnatal depression etc.).

Lauren Gamble
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience in private practice, Belfast Trust - Perinatal mental health team, and
parenting
charities here in NI.
Hello, my name is Lauren and I am an Integrative counsellor, which means I draw from different psychological approaches depending on your needs and goals. This is to offer you a unique and tailored experience through collaboration to facilitate your desired change. I offer a holistic, non-judgemental safe space allowing you to explore and gain greater insight into your thoughts, feelings, and fears with the aim to promote stress management, coping strategies, self-care, and healing. I have experience with anxiety, depression, stress, pregnancy/prenatal/postpartum, bereavement, relationships, infidelity, trauma and PTSD.

Eva Kennedy
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified
Verified
If you are struggling with self-esteem issues, or depression and anxiety, or if you have been the victim of abuse, from a
parent
, a partner, or anyone else, I can help you to regain the inner strength and confidence to handle life so much better. We will work on how you can move forward, in your own strength, and achieve the peace and enthusiasm for life that you deserve. If you struggle with the after effects of a traumatic event/events in your past, you will find that you can begin to leave that all behind and become the person you were always meant to be.

Jillian Barr
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
Hi, I'm Jillian, I know it can be very difficult to find someone to talk to about personal, emotional, confusing and distressing parts of your life, its great that you have found the courage and strength to start the journey. I am passionate about families and have facilitated
parenting
programs, I supported many families over 10+ years who had experienced or were living with domestic abuse. My role as your counsellor is to provide you with a safe, supportive place for you to speak openly and feel listened to. It is a great feeling to be heard and understood. I am a very relaxed, warm, caring and professional counsellor. Talk soon.

Chapman Margaret
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified
Verified
I support couples through infidelity, co
parenting
, intimacy issues, communication, separation, abuse and many more challenges you might find within your relationships.
As an experienced/ individual/family/couple counsellor for over 20 years, I know that relationships can decline for many reasons, I offer a safe, confidential, relaxing space to facilitate individuals, couples, families, ex partners, separation, colleagues, extended family, to support you to talk about current difficult conversations that need addressed to help find a way through current and past issues. Are you feeling lonely, frightened, rejected, frustrated in your current relationship. Do you go home with dread every day? Has intimacy declined or become a chore? Are you at the point of 'mending' or 'ending' your relationship?

Terry Gorman
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
I have been a therapist for 14 years and I am integratively trained, which basically means that I draw upon a wide range of approaches and techniques to suit you, the client. Having worked as a therapist in a number of counselling organisations since 2008, I set up in Private Practice in 2017. Since then I have gathered years of experience working with a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, bereavement, self-harm and suicide issues. I also have a lot of experience in supporting clients with low self-esteem and confidence issues.

Best Life Therapy
Counsellor, MNCS Accred
Verified
Verified
I am a qualified and registered counsellor and I currently offer face to face, as well as online or telephone sessions. I utilise, person-centred, CBT and psychodynamic therapy. I tailor the therapy to meet the needs and issues of the client. I provide confidential, non- judgemental therapy for adults, couples and family support including children. I have experience working with bereavement, grief and loss, including infant loss, building self-confidence within adults & children's well-being, stress, anxiety, depression and anger management.

H Phillips Counselling
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified
Verified
My name is Hilary Phillips. I am a integrative Psychotherapist Reg. (MBACP) also Accredited (MNCPS) and (MFHT) member. I offer a professional one-to-one service in a safe space. either face-to-face, telephone or online counselling. Using an integrative approach means I am able to explore the needs of my client by combining different counselling techniques. I can then tailor my approach to each individual empowering them to find a healthy balance and a better understanding of themselves. I work ethically within the BACP framework. Finding a therapist you are truly comfortable with ensures a successful therapeutic relationship.

Carlene McClelland
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hello my name is Carlene, welcome to my page. I have over 5 years experience of working with clients from age 5 and up. I work with children, young people and adults. I am an integrative counsellor trained, using person centred, psychodynamic and CBT, I tailor the therapy to suit the needs of individual clients. Working with children and young people I work as a strength based counsellor, working with each child's strengths, and working with the system the child is in. Life can sometimes be overwhelming challenging and complicated, but you do not have to walk this path alone. Making that first step to reach out, can be life changing

Melissa Shannon
Counsellor, MBACP Accred
Verified
Verified
From time to time we can all experience difficulty and distress with upsetting thoughts and feelings. It’s possible and okay to not know the reasons for this, and is what makes us all human. I appreciate that it can be difficult to make that first step of reaching out for support. I would hope to make that step easier for you.
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Parenting Counsellors
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioural problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilised, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioural therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realised.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.