Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counselling in Douglas
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
I practise Gestalt, person-centred, transactional analysis and internal family systems.
Does life sometimes feel like a struggle? Are you simply surviving? Would you like to feel fulfilled and relaxed? You can be okay despite the difficulties you can't control. I can help you learn to manage your reactions in your thoughts and feelings which are counterproductive for you. I can help you find practises which wire up new neural pathways in your brain and help you to stay more regulated and capable of enjoying your life. You are not alone. Together we can work to find more meaning, as you discover who you really are and what you need. Get in touch to arrange a free 10 minute consultation over the phone.
I practise Gestalt, person-centred, transactional analysis and internal family systems.
Does life sometimes feel like a struggle? Are you simply surviving? Would you like to feel fulfilled and relaxed? You can be okay despite the difficulties you can't control. I can help you learn to manage your reactions in your thoughts and feelings which are counterproductive for you. I can help you find practises which wire up new neural pathways in your brain and help you to stay more regulated and capable of enjoying your life. You are not alone. Together we can work to find more meaning, as you discover who you really are and what you need. Get in touch to arrange a free 10 minute consultation over the phone.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a number of different approaches and theories including Person Centered, Gestalt, Attachment & Human Development, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy et al
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.
As an integrative therapist, I draw from a number of different approaches and theories including Person Centered, Gestalt, Attachment & Human Development, Internal Family Systems, EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy et al
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.
You may be coming to therapy because life feels difficult or painful right now. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeated patterns, struggle to communicate, or notice that relationships leave you feeling anxious, disconnected or overwhelmed. Often, there is a sense that something isn’t working but it's hard to know how to change it.
Many people want a greater understanding of themselves in relationships, more ease in connecting with others and the confidence to relate in ways that feel healthier and more satisfying.
You may be coming to therapy because life feels difficult or painful right now. Perhaps you feel stuck in repeated patterns, struggle to communicate, or notice that relationships leave you feeling anxious, disconnected or overwhelmed. Often, there is a sense that something isn’t working but it's hard to know how to change it.
Many people want a greater understanding of themselves in relationships, more ease in connecting with others and the confidence to relate in ways that feel healthier and more satisfying.
You do not have to face your thoughts and emotions alone. You may be tired of pretending you’re okay, or unsure where to start making things better. You don’t have to do it on your own. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, uncover your strengths, and create space for healing and growth. Change is possible, and you deserve to feel supported through it. If you’re ready to take that first step toward understanding yourself and finding balance, I invite you to reach out, I’m here to listen and help.
You do not have to face your thoughts and emotions alone. You may be tired of pretending you’re okay, or unsure where to start making things better. You don’t have to do it on your own. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, uncover your strengths, and create space for healing and growth. Change is possible, and you deserve to feel supported through it. If you’re ready to take that first step toward understanding yourself and finding balance, I invite you to reach out, I’m here to listen and help.
I’m an integrative, trauma-informed psychotherapist in Carrigaline, supporting adults and teenagers (13+). People often reach out when they’re not feeling like themselves, when stress, pressure, or old experiences start showing up in ways they didn’t expect. Therapy gives you space to slow down, make sense of what’s been going on beneath the surface, and figure out what you need to feel more steady day to day.
I’m an integrative, trauma-informed psychotherapist in Carrigaline, supporting adults and teenagers (13+). People often reach out when they’re not feeling like themselves, when stress, pressure, or old experiences start showing up in ways they didn’t expect. Therapy gives you space to slow down, make sense of what’s been going on beneath the surface, and figure out what you need to feel more steady day to day.
These models include Person-Centered, Gestalt, Internal Family Systems ( IFS informed) and Mindfulness while always prioritising the theraputic relationship.
Sometimes in life we experience overwhelming times where we feel unseen, unheard or misunderstood. In this place we can feel depression, anxiety, grief, loss, isolation and have a sense that we are disconnected from our true selves. Coming to therapy can feel dauting and so I offer a safe confidential space where one can explore their presenting issues through the lens of their internal and external worlds, identifing their needs and goals. We gently challenge established thoughts and behaviours as we move through a journey of self discovery, awareness, and acceptance in a warm, empathic, supportive & non-judgemental environment.
These models include Person-Centered, Gestalt, Internal Family Systems ( IFS informed) and Mindfulness while always prioritising the theraputic relationship.
Sometimes in life we experience overwhelming times where we feel unseen, unheard or misunderstood. In this place we can feel depression, anxiety, grief, loss, isolation and have a sense that we are disconnected from our true selves. Coming to therapy can feel dauting and so I offer a safe confidential space where one can explore their presenting issues through the lens of their internal and external worlds, identifing their needs and goals. We gently challenge established thoughts and behaviours as we move through a journey of self discovery, awareness, and acceptance in a warm, empathic, supportive & non-judgemental environment.
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My practice welcomes adults and adolescents seeking support with a wide range of personal, emotional and psychological difficulties. Clients may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem issues, or challenges related to school, work or family life. I aim to provide a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard, supported and empowered to develop greater self-awareness, resilience and positive change. My background in counselling, psychotherapy, education and guidance allows me to tailor support to each individual's unique needs.
My practice welcomes adults and adolescents seeking support with a wide range of personal, emotional and psychological difficulties. Clients may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, life transitions, self-esteem issues, or challenges related to school, work or family life. I aim to provide a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where clients feel heard, supported and empowered to develop greater self-awareness, resilience and positive change. My background in counselling, psychotherapy, education and guidance allows me to tailor support to each individual's unique needs.
I believe in supporting you to lead a more balanced life no matter what experiences you have had or what issues you are currently dealing with. Sometimes stressful or traumatic events can hamper our ability to cope with life’s challenges and leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck and worn out. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, stress or processing trauma past or present, I will support you in your journey to finding your feet again. I have a deep appreciation for the wisdom of the body and tools that support working with instead of against ourselves.
I believe in supporting you to lead a more balanced life no matter what experiences you have had or what issues you are currently dealing with. Sometimes stressful or traumatic events can hamper our ability to cope with life’s challenges and leave us feeling overwhelmed, stuck and worn out. If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, relationship issues, stress or processing trauma past or present, I will support you in your journey to finding your feet again. I have a deep appreciation for the wisdom of the body and tools that support working with instead of against ourselves.
I am a pre-accredited humanistic integrative therapist with an honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Cork Counselling Services, validated by Coventry University. I work under the ethical framework of the IACP, of which I am a member. My training was blended, balancing theory with practical experience. It was rooted in models such as the person-centred approach, existentialism and gestalt therapy. The integrative approach means I draw from many techniques, depending upon the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have experience working with trauma, grief, abuse, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
I am a pre-accredited humanistic integrative therapist with an honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Cork Counselling Services, validated by Coventry University. I work under the ethical framework of the IACP, of which I am a member. My training was blended, balancing theory with practical experience. It was rooted in models such as the person-centred approach, existentialism and gestalt therapy. The integrative approach means I draw from many techniques, depending upon the needs of the person sitting in front of me. I have experience working with trauma, grief, abuse, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues.
For many neurodivergent people, the nervous system is already stretched before anything dramatic happens. Then something does — a new job's relentless demands, a relationship slowly coming apart, a loss you couldn't shake. Other people move on. You tell yourself it wasn't a big deal. But your body doesn't get that message. Managing sensory load, masking, adapting. And then something overwhelming lands on top. The system can stay braced long after. On edge. Freezing where you didn't before. Chest tight. Sleep changed. Reacting and not sure why. It doesn't always feel like "trauma." Sometimes it just feels confusing.
For many neurodivergent people, the nervous system is already stretched before anything dramatic happens. Then something does — a new job's relentless demands, a relationship slowly coming apart, a loss you couldn't shake. Other people move on. You tell yourself it wasn't a big deal. But your body doesn't get that message. Managing sensory load, masking, adapting. And then something overwhelming lands on top. The system can stay braced long after. On edge. Freezing where you didn't before. Chest tight. Sleep changed. Reacting and not sure why. It doesn't always feel like "trauma." Sometimes it just feels confusing.
I have a client-centered, holistic approach, combining Humanistic Psychology, creative therapy, and PEAT (a powerful form of IFS that integrates the Shadow to find peace with all parts of yourself).
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life? Whether you're navigating a big transition, struggling with self-doubt, or seeking deeper emotional healing, I offer a safe, collaborative space to explore, process, and reconnect with yourself.
Who I Work With:
- Expats & international clients seeking English, French or Spanish-speaking therapy
- Students and adults facing big decisions, burnout, or emotional blocks
- Spiritual seekers integrating deep personal or psychedelic experiences
- Lost souls exploring questions around their identity.
I have a client-centered, holistic approach, combining Humanistic Psychology, creative therapy, and PEAT (a powerful form of IFS that integrates the Shadow to find peace with all parts of yourself).
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life? Whether you're navigating a big transition, struggling with self-doubt, or seeking deeper emotional healing, I offer a safe, collaborative space to explore, process, and reconnect with yourself.
Who I Work With:
- Expats & international clients seeking English, French or Spanish-speaking therapy
- Students and adults facing big decisions, burnout, or emotional blocks
- Spiritual seekers integrating deep personal or psychedelic experiences
- Lost souls exploring questions around their identity.
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.
I work with individuals who are struggling with a wide range of issues such as depression, trauma loss, parenting, relationship issues,family conflict,illness and low self-esteem.
I work with individuals who are struggling with a wide range of issues such as depression, trauma loss, parenting, relationship issues,family conflict,illness and low self-esteem.
I use my training in Polyvagal Theory, IFS, the nervous system & somatic work to help me make individualised treatment plans for my clients.
Would you like a safe, non judgmental space to deal with difficult issues impacting your life? Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression or symptoms related to childhood/ adult trauma or PTSD. As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I aim to provide a non judgemental space to support you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you. I can help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
I use my training in Polyvagal Theory, IFS, the nervous system & somatic work to help me make individualised treatment plans for my clients.
Would you like a safe, non judgmental space to deal with difficult issues impacting your life? Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression or symptoms related to childhood/ adult trauma or PTSD. As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I aim to provide a non judgemental space to support you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you. I can help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
Sophie works from an integrative therapeutic framework that incorporates Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, Transactional Analysis, and Internal Family Systems.
Sophie is a qualified psychotherapist with over seven years of experience providing one-to-one and online therapy to adolescents and adults in Cork. She holds a B.A. (Hons) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Middlesex University and is an accredited member of the IACP. With a longstanding interest in personal development and over a decade of experience working within the mental health sector, Sophie is committed to offering a compassionate, supportive, and professional therapeutic space for all of her clients.
Sophie works from an integrative therapeutic framework that incorporates Person-Centred Therapy, CBT, Transactional Analysis, and Internal Family Systems.
Sophie is a qualified psychotherapist with over seven years of experience providing one-to-one and online therapy to adolescents and adults in Cork. She holds a B.A. (Hons) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Middlesex University and is an accredited member of the IACP. With a longstanding interest in personal development and over a decade of experience working within the mental health sector, Sophie is committed to offering a compassionate, supportive, and professional therapeutic space for all of her clients.
I draw from different therapeutic approaches, including CBT, solution-focused therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and Gestalt, depending on what may be most helpful for you.
Hello, my name is David. I believe that sometimes the most important place to start in therapy is with what is happening in your life right now. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, disconnected from yourself, struggling in a relationship, or simply finding that things have become harder to manage than they used to be. You don't necessarily need to know exactly what's wrong or have everything figured out before coming to therapy.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to understand what you're experiencing and find ways forward that feel meaningful and manageable for you.
I draw from different therapeutic approaches, including CBT, solution-focused therapy, Internal Family Systems ( IFS) and Gestalt, depending on what may be most helpful for you.
Hello, my name is David. I believe that sometimes the most important place to start in therapy is with what is happening in your life right now. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stressed, disconnected from yourself, struggling in a relationship, or simply finding that things have become harder to manage than they used to be. You don't necessarily need to know exactly what's wrong or have everything figured out before coming to therapy.
I offer a warm, confidential and non-judgemental space where we can work together to understand what you're experiencing and find ways forward that feel meaningful and manageable for you.
I (she/they) am a neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-informed psychotherapist based in West Cork, Ireland, working with clients globally. Raised internationally, I have an open-minded perspective that helps me connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
As an auDHDer, I specialise in working with autistic and/or ADHD clients . Whether you're processing a late-diagnosis, learning about your neurodivergent self, navigatint burnout, learning to unmask, or simply need help with anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, or any of the many mental health challenges we face as humans in the modern world - I'd love to help.
I (she/they) am a neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-informed psychotherapist based in West Cork, Ireland, working with clients globally. Raised internationally, I have an open-minded perspective that helps me connect with people from diverse backgrounds.
As an auDHDer, I specialise in working with autistic and/or ADHD clients . Whether you're processing a late-diagnosis, learning about your neurodivergent self, navigatint burnout, learning to unmask, or simply need help with anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, or any of the many mental health challenges we face as humans in the modern world - I'd love to help.
My name is Emma Farrell. I am a psychotherapist working from my private practice in Glanmire Therapy Clinic, Brooklodge Business Park Glanmire. I hold a first-class honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from MTU and I am an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults (18+). I offer individual therapy sessions in person or online.
My name is Emma Farrell. I am a psychotherapist working from my private practice in Glanmire Therapy Clinic, Brooklodge Business Park Glanmire. I hold a first-class honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from MTU and I am an accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults (18+). I offer individual therapy sessions in person or online.
As a therapist my aim is to provide a safe, welcoming and confidential space in which we can work together to explore the reasons you have come to counselling. Those reasons vary from person to person and may include, anxiety, grief, loss, stress, depression, relationship issues, difficulty with trust, trauma, low self-esteem or coping with change in an increasingly changing world. Together, we can explore these issues and learn to break free of limiting patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back and take steps to move forward in life with greater ease and peace.
As a therapist my aim is to provide a safe, welcoming and confidential space in which we can work together to explore the reasons you have come to counselling. Those reasons vary from person to person and may include, anxiety, grief, loss, stress, depression, relationship issues, difficulty with trust, trauma, low self-esteem or coping with change in an increasingly changing world. Together, we can explore these issues and learn to break free of limiting patterns and beliefs that may be holding you back and take steps to move forward in life with greater ease and peace.
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- Ballincollig
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- Bishopstown
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- Carrigtwohill
- Clonakilty
- Cobh
- Cork
- Glanmire
- Kinsale
- Mallow
- Midleton
Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counsellors
What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.