Chronic Illness Counselling in Prosperous
Are you struggling? Feeling lost? Are you feeling anxious, depressed or low mood? Counselling can help, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your issues in order to facilitate healing and to support you in the choices you make in the future. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is most important and the style of therapy used must reflect the individual.
Are you struggling? Feeling lost? Are you feeling anxious, depressed or low mood? Counselling can help, I provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore your issues in order to facilitate healing and to support you in the choices you make in the future. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is most important and the style of therapy used must reflect the individual.
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Clodagh McGrath
Psychotherapist, NAPCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kilcullen, County Kildare R56 (Online Only)
I work with clients to understand their lives better and help them figure out why they feel the way they feel by providing a compassionate space for people to find solutions that work for them.
I work with clients to understand their lives better and help them figure out why they feel the way they feel by providing a compassionate space for people to find solutions that work for them.
Justine Hajduk
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Maynooth, County Kildare W23
Waitlist for new clients
If you are asking yourself, what is wrong with me that I feel this way?! You are formally diagnosed as the result of dysfunctional feeling, thinking, and behaving? Depression? Personality Disorder? Eating disorder? History of toxic relationships? Panic attack, anxiety attacks? And you are asking yourself when will that end? When will that change? You can end it now and begin a new journey ;) Psychotherapy is an integrative process of experiencing all your senses, emotions, thoughts, and body in a holistic context. As a result, you will find your way back home to yourself.
If you are asking yourself, what is wrong with me that I feel this way?! You are formally diagnosed as the result of dysfunctional feeling, thinking, and behaving? Depression? Personality Disorder? Eating disorder? History of toxic relationships? Panic attack, anxiety attacks? And you are asking yourself when will that end? When will that change? You can end it now and begin a new journey ;) Psychotherapy is an integrative process of experiencing all your senses, emotions, thoughts, and body in a holistic context. As a result, you will find your way back home to yourself.
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space for you from our very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling. I am also a Speech and Language Therapist with many years of experience working with in hospital and healthcare settings.
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space for you from our very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling. I am also a Speech and Language Therapist with many years of experience working with in hospital and healthcare settings.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
Dr. Shaun Fisher
Psychologist, PhD, MPSI
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I see clients with a wide range of psychological issues including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Trauma-related issues, Work-related stress, Neurodivergence, and Problems of Self/Identity.
I see clients with a wide range of psychological issues including but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Trauma-related issues, Work-related stress, Neurodivergence, and Problems of Self/Identity.
“My interventions allow a client the time and space to help them understand and change what is causing them difficulties.”
“My interventions allow a client the time and space to help them understand and change what is causing them difficulties.”
I am both a fully accredited therapist and supervisor in private practice in a purpose built premises with parking and toilet facilities. The 67 bus stop is a 5 min walk in either direction. I work with individuals from age 15 and couples. I offer a flexible range of appointment times and I also facilitate ONLINE THERAPY particularly during our current restrictions. Therapy is an opportunity to enhance the quality of your life. It is a space to explore what feels like a barrier to your best life. It is a collaborative experience where hopefully you are reminded of how you make the choices to direct your life while feeling supported.
I am both a fully accredited therapist and supervisor in private practice in a purpose built premises with parking and toilet facilities. The 67 bus stop is a 5 min walk in either direction. I work with individuals from age 15 and couples. I offer a flexible range of appointment times and I also facilitate ONLINE THERAPY particularly during our current restrictions. Therapy is an opportunity to enhance the quality of your life. It is a space to explore what feels like a barrier to your best life. It is a collaborative experience where hopefully you are reminded of how you make the choices to direct your life while feeling supported.
By looking at the emotional needs and wants I help clients to really understand the complexity of what is underneath the emotions they experience. We can present with a symptom like emotion such as fear, anger or people pleasing. However, when we fully understand where this comes from we become more aware, and with awareness, we then have the ability to make choices on how we want to proceed.
By looking at the emotional needs and wants I help clients to really understand the complexity of what is underneath the emotions they experience. We can present with a symptom like emotion such as fear, anger or people pleasing. However, when we fully understand where this comes from we become more aware, and with awareness, we then have the ability to make choices on how we want to proceed.
I am Integrative and humanistic psychotherapist accredited by IACP. Integrative means, I draw on several different techniques and theories, which are tailored to the client’s needs. I have experience working with clients on a variety of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress, identity and sexuality. I also work at the National Forensic Mental Health Service (NFMHS) where I support individuals to navigate their employment and mental health needs. I have a keen interest in attachment and am very much trauma informed in my work. I look forward to hearing from you.
I am Integrative and humanistic psychotherapist accredited by IACP. Integrative means, I draw on several different techniques and theories, which are tailored to the client’s needs. I have experience working with clients on a variety of presenting issues including anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, stress, identity and sexuality. I also work at the National Forensic Mental Health Service (NFMHS) where I support individuals to navigate their employment and mental health needs. I have a keen interest in attachment and am very much trauma informed in my work. I look forward to hearing from you.
When we are suffering we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We sometimes make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. We each have developed ways of being in the world that have enabled us to cope with whatever challenges we have had to face. These coping strategies become our defence mechanisms and are often developed by us at an early age when we had few resources. They can sometimes create negative patterns of relating to others and the world around us and become barriers to intimate or professional relationships.
When we are suffering we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We sometimes make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. We each have developed ways of being in the world that have enabled us to cope with whatever challenges we have had to face. These coping strategies become our defence mechanisms and are often developed by us at an early age when we had few resources. They can sometimes create negative patterns of relating to others and the world around us and become barriers to intimate or professional relationships.
Healingmatters Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W91
My name is Jane Topkin and I am the founder of Healingmatters Counselling & Psychotherapy. The concept of my practice is based on the idea of the relationship with ourselves. We may endure many struggles in life and as humans, we are resilient and creative, however, we can never run away from ourselves. As many of our core issues perpetuate, they will not cease to show up until we face ourselves in the midst of our truth. Our relationships with others are also of crucial importance, being the reason why many people come to therapy in the first place.
My name is Jane Topkin and I am the founder of Healingmatters Counselling & Psychotherapy. The concept of my practice is based on the idea of the relationship with ourselves. We may endure many struggles in life and as humans, we are resilient and creative, however, we can never run away from ourselves. As many of our core issues perpetuate, they will not cease to show up until we face ourselves in the midst of our truth. Our relationships with others are also of crucial importance, being the reason why many people come to therapy in the first place.
I offer a warm and confidential space for you to bring whatever concerns and challenges you may have. The initial free consultation session allows you to share what you are coming for and also for us to see if it feels right to begin to work together. I work in a Relational and Mindful way and my priority is to create a sense of ease and safety within which we can explore the challenges you are experiencing. Areas of difficulty I work with include anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, low self esteem, loneliness, aging, childlessness (male & female), childhood trauma as well as chronic illnesses & neurodiversity.
I offer a warm and confidential space for you to bring whatever concerns and challenges you may have. The initial free consultation session allows you to share what you are coming for and also for us to see if it feels right to begin to work together. I work in a Relational and Mindful way and my priority is to create a sense of ease and safety within which we can explore the challenges you are experiencing. Areas of difficulty I work with include anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, grief, low self esteem, loneliness, aging, childlessness (male & female), childhood trauma as well as chronic illnesses & neurodiversity.
Orlagh Reid Miacp
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naas, County Kildare W91 (Online Only)
I am a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Addiction Counselling Specialist, Recovery Coach and Infertility Counsellor since 2013 working with men and women online and face-to-face in Kildare. I specialise in clinical sexology, women's health, addiction recovery, wellbeing, psychosexual problems, sexual disorders, intimacy, relationships, fertility & infertility, pornography addiction and relationship recovery. My therapeutic approach is integrative, solution-focused and holistic in nature. I provide wellbeing counselling and coaching. You can find out more, read articles and subscribe to my newsletter at www.orlaghreid.ie
I am a Psychotherapist, Life Coach, Addiction Counselling Specialist, Recovery Coach and Infertility Counsellor since 2013 working with men and women online and face-to-face in Kildare. I specialise in clinical sexology, women's health, addiction recovery, wellbeing, psychosexual problems, sexual disorders, intimacy, relationships, fertility & infertility, pornography addiction and relationship recovery. My therapeutic approach is integrative, solution-focused and holistic in nature. I provide wellbeing counselling and coaching. You can find out more, read articles and subscribe to my newsletter at www.orlaghreid.ie
Claire Lambert Individual And Couples Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W91
I see my work in counselling as helping you as a client connect with yourself at a deeper level – to explore the relationship with yourself so that you can discover your own wisdom and empowerment within. I am experienced helping clients in the areas of Relationship difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Stress management, Communication,Personal Growth, Addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Sexual abuse, Depression, Low Self Esteem, Psychosomatic conditions, Chronic Disease, Self-harm, Identity issues and OCD.
I see my work in counselling as helping you as a client connect with yourself at a deeper level – to explore the relationship with yourself so that you can discover your own wisdom and empowerment within. I am experienced helping clients in the areas of Relationship difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Stress management, Communication,Personal Growth, Addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Sexual abuse, Depression, Low Self Esteem, Psychosomatic conditions, Chronic Disease, Self-harm, Identity issues and OCD.
Muriel Currid
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Waitlist for new clients
Muriel is available for short term counselling as a way of supporting you with a specific problem or situation or long-term psychotherapy supporting you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others, uncovering thoughts, beliefs, assumptions and emotional reactions and responses possibly outside of your conscious awareness.
Muriel is available for short term counselling as a way of supporting you with a specific problem or situation or long-term psychotherapy supporting you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others, uncovering thoughts, beliefs, assumptions and emotional reactions and responses possibly outside of your conscious awareness.
Barbara is a fully certified psychotherapist with a B.A. (Hons) in Psychology and a Masters in Counselling & Psychotherapy. She is a member of the Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists in Ireland (APCP), Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), British Psychological Society (BACP) and the American Psychological Association (APA).
Barbara is a fully certified psychotherapist with a B.A. (Hons) in Psychology and a Masters in Counselling & Psychotherapy. She is a member of the Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists in Ireland (APCP), Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), British Psychological Society (BACP) and the American Psychological Association (APA).
Jacqueline Levine
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23
Not accepting new clients
I am a fully qualified integrative and humanistic psychotherapist, pre-accredited with IACP. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, empathic space for clients. Alongside general therapy services, I have a particular interest in dealing with the impact of long term illness.
I am a fully qualified integrative and humanistic psychotherapist, pre-accredited with IACP. I provide a warm, non-judgmental, empathic space for clients. Alongside general therapy services, I have a particular interest in dealing with the impact of long term illness.
Online Therapists
Marie Costigan Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MSc, FTAI
Verified Verified
Cahir, County Tipperary E21
Waitlist for new clients
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore and work through any challenges you may be facing. I work with people with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression and have a special interest in working with people who live with chronic illness and disability. I work with couples and families, including blended families and ‘non-traditional’ relationships.
My goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore and work through any challenges you may be facing. I work with people with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression and have a special interest in working with people who live with chronic illness and disability. I work with couples and families, including blended families and ‘non-traditional’ relationships.
Valerie Dolan
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballinasloe, County Galway H53
Area of Expertise: Models of change in moving beyond Anxiety, grief, Depression, feeling overwhelmed, relationship challenges, Impact of Complex Trauma, Managing challenges of chronic illness.
My intention is to create a safe and holding space to enable you to get to know yourself better. My passion and commitment are being with you every step of the way. If you're struggling, feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or need support to deal with life's challenges, you've come to the right place. I use an integrative holistic approach so clients can begin to feel safe and pain-free in their inner world. Acknowledge and recognise where they are making choices from fear and survival, and upgrade these choices to come from a place of self-love and creation so they can experience harmony inwardly and in their exterior environment.
Area of Expertise: Models of change in moving beyond Anxiety, grief, Depression, feeling overwhelmed, relationship challenges, Impact of Complex Trauma, Managing challenges of chronic illness.
My intention is to create a safe and holding space to enable you to get to know yourself better. My passion and commitment are being with you every step of the way. If you're struggling, feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or need support to deal with life's challenges, you've come to the right place. I use an integrative holistic approach so clients can begin to feel safe and pain-free in their inner world. Acknowledge and recognise where they are making choices from fear and survival, and upgrade these choices to come from a place of self-love and creation so they can experience harmony inwardly and in their exterior environment.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.