Attachment-based Counselling in Charleville

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Wiktoria Platek
Psychotherapist, MSc
Serves Area
Welcome, Taking the first step toward support can be empowering but challenging. Finding the right therapist is a deeply personal decision, and so thank you for considering me. In our work together, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe that each person has the ability to heal. Whatever issue you are facing, I draw from evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs. Therapy is about fostering long-term growth. Together, we can explore the tools and strategies that will empower you to lead a more fulfilling and authentic life.
Welcome, Taking the first step toward support can be empowering but challenging. Finding the right therapist is a deeply personal decision, and so thank you for considering me. In our work together, I aim to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can feel heard and understood. I believe that each person has the ability to heal. Whatever issue you are facing, I draw from evidence-based techniques tailored to your unique needs. Therapy is about fostering long-term growth. Together, we can explore the tools and strategies that will empower you to lead a more fulfilling and authentic life.
(01) 263 0697 x23 View (01) 263 0697 x23
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Laura Burke Hurley
Counsellor, MIACP
Serves Area
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, but it’s one that shows strength and a desire for positive change. I work by offering a safe, compassionate, and confidential space where we can explore the areas of your life that are causing difficulties. I have experience of helping clients with anxiety, depression, burnout, anger, trauma, abuse, grief, suicidal ideation, self esteem, relationship issues, neurodivergent and autistic clients. My background as a fully accredited counsellor/psychotherapist, counselling trainer, intellectual disability nurse, and fine artist informs my creative and holistic approach to therapy.
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, but it’s one that shows strength and a desire for positive change. I work by offering a safe, compassionate, and confidential space where we can explore the areas of your life that are causing difficulties. I have experience of helping clients with anxiety, depression, burnout, anger, trauma, abuse, grief, suicidal ideation, self esteem, relationship issues, neurodivergent and autistic clients. My background as a fully accredited counsellor/psychotherapist, counselling trainer, intellectual disability nurse, and fine artist informs my creative and holistic approach to therapy.
089 458 8280 View 089 458 8280
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John Dunlea
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Hello! My name is John and I offer confidential and compassionate therapy so that together we may explore what brings you here. It takes courage to seek support and although the issues may be common, whether it is stress, anxiety, loss, depression, or relationship based, the experience is very individual. Whatever the issue, let us process it together.
Hello! My name is John and I offer confidential and compassionate therapy so that together we may explore what brings you here. It takes courage to seek support and although the issues may be common, whether it is stress, anxiety, loss, depression, or relationship based, the experience is very individual. Whatever the issue, let us process it together.
(01) 267 6527 x78 View (01) 267 6527 x78

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Lucy Greene
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I work with aspects of your mental health affected on becoming a mother or father eg.., anxiety, depression, Infertility, pregnancy loss, artificial reproductive technology, pre-natal crisis pregnancy, child bereavement, parenting styles, relationships, separation,domestic violence, and how adverse childhood experiences and trauma are affecting your experience of parenthood. I have a special interest in Peri-Natal Mental Health. This includes understanding issues arising for mothers and fathers from the time of conception up until the child is 5 years old.
I work with aspects of your mental health affected on becoming a mother or father eg.., anxiety, depression, Infertility, pregnancy loss, artificial reproductive technology, pre-natal crisis pregnancy, child bereavement, parenting styles, relationships, separation,domestic violence, and how adverse childhood experiences and trauma are affecting your experience of parenthood. I have a special interest in Peri-Natal Mental Health. This includes understanding issues arising for mothers and fathers from the time of conception up until the child is 5 years old.
(01) 267 6675 x49 View (01) 267 6675 x49
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Martina Daly
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Doneraile, County Cork P51
Hello, my name is Martina and you are very welcome to my profile page. I understand that looking for a counsellor can be a daunting task. It can be hard to take those first steps to ask for help but they are steps worth taking. Life can be difficult at times, dealing with stress, life transitions, relationships or conflicts within ourselves. Counselling can offer you a space to explore some of your life experiences and struggles. It can be hugely effective in helping you develop coping skills, connect more with yourself and others and discover the way forward for you.
Hello, my name is Martina and you are very welcome to my profile page. I understand that looking for a counsellor can be a daunting task. It can be hard to take those first steps to ask for help but they are steps worth taking. Life can be difficult at times, dealing with stress, life transitions, relationships or conflicts within ourselves. Counselling can offer you a space to explore some of your life experiences and struggles. It can be hugely effective in helping you develop coping skills, connect more with yourself and others and discover the way forward for you.
(01) 267 6692 x72 View (01) 267 6692 x72
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Claire Kelleher
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Our world has changed beyond recognition in the past few months and for many people it can feel very overwhelming. Fear, panic, anxiety and stress are all too common in the clients I am meeting on a day to day basis. I hear how isolating it is for people at the moment. Relationship and connection are vital now, more than ever. Talking with a trained professional can help make sense of what you are feeling. Through this therapeutic relationship, you can find connection, healing and the space to speak about the difficult challenges you are going through.
Our world has changed beyond recognition in the past few months and for many people it can feel very overwhelming. Fear, panic, anxiety and stress are all too common in the clients I am meeting on a day to day basis. I hear how isolating it is for people at the moment. Relationship and connection are vital now, more than ever. Talking with a trained professional can help make sense of what you are feeling. Through this therapeutic relationship, you can find connection, healing and the space to speak about the difficult challenges you are going through.
086 385 0500 View 086 385 0500
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Louise M Patterson
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Currently I have a frw spaces available for Thursday mornings online. Please enquire if you are interested in Supervision. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
Currently I have a frw spaces available for Thursday mornings online. Please enquire if you are interested in Supervision. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
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Cathy Murphy
Psychotherapist, MA, NAPCP
Serves Area
My therapeutic approach helps you to identify any issues, address your needs and plan future goals to help reduce symptoms such as negative thinking, rumination, emotional dysregulation, anxiety and low mood. I work closely with many issues in particular, Borderline Personality Disorder, (BPD), ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-harm, womens issues, negative thinking, OCD and many others. Each individual is different and therefore each approach is planned according to your personal needs. I also offer pre-assessment for ADHD to support individuals thinking of getting assessed formally.
My therapeutic approach helps you to identify any issues, address your needs and plan future goals to help reduce symptoms such as negative thinking, rumination, emotional dysregulation, anxiety and low mood. I work closely with many issues in particular, Borderline Personality Disorder, (BPD), ADHD, anxiety, depression, self-harm, womens issues, negative thinking, OCD and many others. Each individual is different and therefore each approach is planned according to your personal needs. I also offer pre-assessment for ADHD to support individuals thinking of getting assessed formally.
086 222 9364 View 086 222 9364
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Christine Keohane
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
I understand how anxious it can feel when you decide to seek counselling or psychotherapy support. From personal experience, I believe in the benefits and healing that may come from therapy. Therapy can help us to reach a deeper, and insightful understanding, of why we are how we are, why we do things the way we do, how we are in relationships and, in life. It can help us to understand what is no longer working and what we want to nourish in ourselves as we move forward living life on our own terms. Therapy can empower us and give us back our own voice.
I understand how anxious it can feel when you decide to seek counselling or psychotherapy support. From personal experience, I believe in the benefits and healing that may come from therapy. Therapy can help us to reach a deeper, and insightful understanding, of why we are how we are, why we do things the way we do, how we are in relationships and, in life. It can help us to understand what is no longer working and what we want to nourish in ourselves as we move forward living life on our own terms. Therapy can empower us and give us back our own voice.
(01) 267 6603 x80 View (01) 267 6603 x80
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Mary Brennan
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
(01) 267 6675 x83 View (01) 267 6675 x83
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Frances Guerin
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Mallow, County Cork P51
Frances Guerin is an experienced psychotherapist and a member of the IACP. With a background in education, she holds a BSc (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy, a Diploma in Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, and a Diploma in Developmental Trauma. She has trained in sexual violence and is currently doing a diploma in Neurodiversity. Genuine curiosity, compassion and inclusivity are central to Frances' professional practice. She believes every person deserves to feel safe, seen and heard, and she offers unconditional compassion and empathy.
Frances Guerin is an experienced psychotherapist and a member of the IACP. With a background in education, she holds a BSc (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy, a Diploma in Trauma Informed Psychotherapy, and a Diploma in Developmental Trauma. She has trained in sexual violence and is currently doing a diploma in Neurodiversity. Genuine curiosity, compassion and inclusivity are central to Frances' professional practice. She believes every person deserves to feel safe, seen and heard, and she offers unconditional compassion and empathy.
(01) 233 7180 x65 View (01) 233 7180 x65
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Elaine Denn
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in negative thoughts? Maybe you're coping with trauma, low self-esteem, or navigating tough life changes. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, school or work stress, or questioning your identity. You want to feel more confident, grounded, and connected—but aren’t sure where to begin. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s holding you back and help you move toward healing, clarity, and emotional balance.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in negative thoughts? Maybe you're coping with trauma, low self-esteem, or navigating tough life changes. You might be struggling with anxiety, depression, relationships, grief, school or work stress, or questioning your identity. You want to feel more confident, grounded, and connected—but aren’t sure where to begin. I offer a safe, supportive space to explore what’s holding you back and help you move toward healing, clarity, and emotional balance.
(01) 267 6692 x96 View (01) 267 6692 x96
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Jackie Mc Gann
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Jackie. I know how intimidating it can be to begin therapy both personally and professionally and I assure you my aim is to provide, a kind, safe & non-judgmental space. I am an IACP accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist holding a BSc (Hons) degree. My approach to therapy is humanistic - I believe that in order to live a happier and fulfilling life we need to understand who we are, our thoughts, feelings & patterns of behavior that keep us stuck.
Hi, I'm Jackie. I know how intimidating it can be to begin therapy both personally and professionally and I assure you my aim is to provide, a kind, safe & non-judgmental space. I am an IACP accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist holding a BSc (Hons) degree. My approach to therapy is humanistic - I believe that in order to live a happier and fulfilling life we need to understand who we are, our thoughts, feelings & patterns of behavior that keep us stuck.
(01) 267 6517 x54 View (01) 267 6517 x54
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Eleonora Zuliani
Verified Verified
Online Only
If you’re feeling the weight of stress, anxiety, or past traumas and are ready to make real, lasting changes, I’m here to support you. My approach is rooted in helping you reconnect with yourself on every level—mind, body, and soul—to build a more balanced and resilient life. Together, we’ll work to break free from old patterns, align with your true values, and create the positive shifts you’re looking for. My services are offered in English, Italian, and Spanish, providing accessible support wherever you are on your journey.
If you’re feeling the weight of stress, anxiety, or past traumas and are ready to make real, lasting changes, I’m here to support you. My approach is rooted in helping you reconnect with yourself on every level—mind, body, and soul—to build a more balanced and resilient life. Together, we’ll work to break free from old patterns, align with your true values, and create the positive shifts you’re looking for. My services are offered in English, Italian, and Spanish, providing accessible support wherever you are on your journey.
(01) 267 6603 x94 View (01) 267 6603 x94
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Anna Dudek-Wierszyllo
Psychotherapist, IAHIP Assoc
Serves Area
Senior Psychotherapist and Counsellor, working in the mental health care industry providing strong and professional healthcare service. Working therapeutically with adults, children, adolescents and couples. Experienced with trauma, anxiety, abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, panic attacks, depression, lack of meaning, self-esteem, loss and bereavement, codependency, relationship difficulties and psycho-somatic symptoms. Assess clients’ suitability for counselling, and provide short/long-term therapy, depending on the needs.
Senior Psychotherapist and Counsellor, working in the mental health care industry providing strong and professional healthcare service. Working therapeutically with adults, children, adolescents and couples. Experienced with trauma, anxiety, abuse, self-harm, suicidal ideation, panic attacks, depression, lack of meaning, self-esteem, loss and bereavement, codependency, relationship difficulties and psycho-somatic symptoms. Assess clients’ suitability for counselling, and provide short/long-term therapy, depending on the needs.
(01) 267 6536 x35 View (01) 267 6536 x35
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Dr. Aine Lombard
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
Hello & welcome to my profile. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the PSI (M12836C) and Practitioner Psychologist with the HCPC (PYL31683). I offer confidential psychological therapy in person & online. There are a multitude of issues and concerns that may prompt any person, of any background, in any situation, to seek out a Psychologist. These may include experiences of helplessness, feelings of distress, confusion, or stagnation personally or professionally. Often, people feel stuck and unable to address their difficulties alone; this helplessness is a universal human trait, however, it can be lessened through therapy.
Hello & welcome to my profile. I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the PSI (M12836C) and Practitioner Psychologist with the HCPC (PYL31683). I offer confidential psychological therapy in person & online. There are a multitude of issues and concerns that may prompt any person, of any background, in any situation, to seek out a Psychologist. These may include experiences of helplessness, feelings of distress, confusion, or stagnation personally or professionally. Often, people feel stuck and unable to address their difficulties alone; this helplessness is a universal human trait, however, it can be lessened through therapy.
(01) 267 6517 x10 View (01) 267 6517 x10
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Willow Counselling Cork
Counsellor, MIACP
Glanmire, County Cork T45
Hi, my name is Georgia Cashman. I work as a humanistic and integrative counsellor in Cork, both in person and online via Zoom. I have a genuine interest in helping others, and a big positive for me doing this work, is helping people gain perspective in their lives. My role is to facilitate clients in getting to a place where shame, guilt, and feelings of 'not being good enough' can be managed, so that they can reach their full potential and not be held back by negative and disempowering feelings and emotions. I am here to listen.
Hi, my name is Georgia Cashman. I work as a humanistic and integrative counsellor in Cork, both in person and online via Zoom. I have a genuine interest in helping others, and a big positive for me doing this work, is helping people gain perspective in their lives. My role is to facilitate clients in getting to a place where shame, guilt, and feelings of 'not being good enough' can be managed, so that they can reach their full potential and not be held back by negative and disempowering feelings and emotions. I am here to listen.
(01) 267 6570 x29 View (01) 267 6570 x29
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Dr. Sarah Thompson
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Feeling low, anxious, over-analyzing, being detached, feeling lost, feeling guilty, having a strong critical voice, having relationship problems, being told you are over-sensitive-these are all issues we can look at in-depth. You may have a diagnosis but it is usually much more helpful to look at a formulation or map of your difficulties. I am passionate about working with people who want to really understand what is contributing to their difficulties, and want to engage in experiential work to deeply address these. I specialise in Schema Therapy as it not only seeks to bring deep understanding, but also deep healing.
Feeling low, anxious, over-analyzing, being detached, feeling lost, feeling guilty, having a strong critical voice, having relationship problems, being told you are over-sensitive-these are all issues we can look at in-depth. You may have a diagnosis but it is usually much more helpful to look at a formulation or map of your difficulties. I am passionate about working with people who want to really understand what is contributing to their difficulties, and want to engage in experiential work to deeply address these. I specialise in Schema Therapy as it not only seeks to bring deep understanding, but also deep healing.
(01) 267 6641 x68 View (01) 267 6641 x68
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Ciara Tangney
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Psychotherapy is a process where you can meet in a professionally safe and confidential setting. Gaining clarity, understanding of your feelings, behaviors and insight awareness into your personal experiences. I bring variety of professional and holistic skills, allowing a caring ability in establishing a relational therapeutic relationship with you. Together identifying and understanding your needs. Encouraging a compassion for self while empowering your life goals with respect for differences in your environmental cultural beliefs and values.
Psychotherapy is a process where you can meet in a professionally safe and confidential setting. Gaining clarity, understanding of your feelings, behaviors and insight awareness into your personal experiences. I bring variety of professional and holistic skills, allowing a caring ability in establishing a relational therapeutic relationship with you. Together identifying and understanding your needs. Encouraging a compassion for self while empowering your life goals with respect for differences in your environmental cultural beliefs and values.
(01) 267 6517 x68 View (01) 267 6517 x68
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Anthony Burchill
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified and experienced therapist with many years of dedicated work in the social care sector. My approach is integrative and rooted in humanistic principles, meaning I tailor my work to meet your unique needs while honoring your capacity for growth, resilience, and self-understanding. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore the issues that bring you to therapy at your own pace. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or relationship difficulties, I offer compassionate support and practical tools to help you move forward.
I am a qualified and experienced therapist with many years of dedicated work in the social care sector. My approach is integrative and rooted in humanistic principles, meaning I tailor my work to meet your unique needs while honoring your capacity for growth, resilience, and self-understanding. I provide a warm, non-judgmental space where you can explore the issues that bring you to therapy at your own pace. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, addictions, grief, or relationship difficulties, I offer compassionate support and practical tools to help you move forward.
086 892 0007 View 086 892 0007
Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.