LGBTQ+ Affirming Counselling in Glanmire
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.
The stress of modern life can lead us to experience anxiety, depression and many other symptoms. Whilst bereavement, change and loss are all natural processes, they can also be painful and destabilizing which can create feelings of anger, helplessness and vulnerability. Challenges in the present can also unearth experiences from our past which we might not have had the opportunity to fully understand and process. These feelings can seriously impact on our lives including relationships, physical health and work such that it can sometimes feel we are out of control.
The stress of modern life can lead us to experience anxiety, depression and many other symptoms. Whilst bereavement, change and loss are all natural processes, they can also be painful and destabilizing which can create feelings of anger, helplessness and vulnerability. Challenges in the present can also unearth experiences from our past which we might not have had the opportunity to fully understand and process. These feelings can seriously impact on our lives including relationships, physical health and work such that it can sometimes feel we are out of control.
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Many of the people I work with are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, or challenges with self-esteem and confidence. I have particular experience supporting young adults, university students, and adults navigating periods of change, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or struggling to cope with the demands of daily life. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop greater understanding, and work towards meaningful change.
Many of the people I work with are experiencing anxiety, stress, low mood, trauma, relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, or challenges with self-esteem and confidence. I have particular experience supporting young adults, university students, and adults navigating periods of change, uncertainty, and emotional overwhelm.
Clients often come to therapy feeling stuck, exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or struggling to cope with the demands of daily life. Together, we create a safe and supportive space to explore these difficulties, develop greater understanding, and work towards meaningful change.
I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, men's issues, and intersectional identities.
Are you experiencing poor mental health, relationship conflicts, or identity concerns, and feel like something's got to change? I have good news: you have already started the change process by looking for support. Positive change and growth is possible, and with the right therapeutic support things will get better. As a Chartered Psychologist, I have thousands of hours of supervised clinical and research experience - which means I know which therapeutic skills and interventions to use to best meet your unique needs. You can trust I have the specialist training and experience needed to help get your mental health back on track.
I also specialize in working with the LGBTQ+ community, men's issues, and intersectional identities.
Are you experiencing poor mental health, relationship conflicts, or identity concerns, and feel like something's got to change? I have good news: you have already started the change process by looking for support. Positive change and growth is possible, and with the right therapeutic support things will get better. As a Chartered Psychologist, I have thousands of hours of supervised clinical and research experience - which means I know which therapeutic skills and interventions to use to best meet your unique needs. You can trust I have the specialist training and experience needed to help get your mental health back on track.
Hi, I’m Jack, a Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges and transitions. I have been practicing since 2019 and am an accredited psychotherapist with the IACP.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and the belief in the power of relational connection to foster healing. Having experienced my own therapeutic journey, I understand the profound impact that early experiences and trauma can have on mental health.
Hi, I’m Jack, a Humanistic and Integrative psychotherapist dedicated to supporting individuals through life’s challenges and transitions. I have been practicing since 2019 and am an accredited psychotherapist with the IACP.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in empathy, respect, and the belief in the power of relational connection to foster healing. Having experienced my own therapeutic journey, I understand the profound impact that early experiences and trauma can have on mental health.
I also work with couples, including LGBTQ+ couples and those navigating neurodivergent differences, where old patterns show up between people — one chasing closeness while the other pulls away; one getting louder while the other goes quiet; each doing what once kept them safe, now pushing the other away.
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 also work with couples, including LGBTQ+ couples and those navigating neurodivergent differences, where old patterns show up between people — one chasing closeness while the other pulls away; one getting louder while the other goes quiet; each doing what once kept them safe, now pushing the other away.
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 work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, depression, relationship difficulties, or LGBTQIA+ mental health.
I help people make sense of what they're going through and figure out what needs to change. I work both online and in person, in the evenings. I don't follow a script. I meet you where you are, at a pace that works for you. My areas of focus are OCD, anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, relationships, trauma and LGBTQIA+ mental health.
I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, depression, relationship difficulties, or LGBTQIA+ mental health.
I help people make sense of what they're going through and figure out what needs to change. I work both online and in person, in the evenings. I don't follow a script. I meet you where you are, at a pace that works for you. My areas of focus are OCD, anxiety, ADHD, autism, depression, relationships, trauma and LGBTQIA+ mental health.
You may be feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in difficult patterns, or struggling with relationships, self-esteem, or life changes. Sometimes emotions can feel confusing, especially when life seems “fine” on the surface. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life transitions, including the emotional impact of immigration, loneliness, and adapting to life in a new country.
You may be feeling anxious, emotionally overwhelmed, stuck in difficult patterns, or struggling with relationships, self-esteem, or life changes. Sometimes emotions can feel confusing, especially when life seems “fine” on the surface. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, stress, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, and life transitions, including the emotional impact of immigration, loneliness, and adapting to life in a new country.
Men's Mental Health, Anxiety & Relationship Counselling
If your mind rarely switches off, you may find yourself overthinking, replaying conversations, or feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts. Even when you want things to feel calmer, it can be difficult to step out of these patterns. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, and relationship or intimacy concerns, particularly where overthinking and emotional overwhelm begin to impact confidence, connection, and daily life.
Men's Mental Health, Anxiety & Relationship Counselling
If your mind rarely switches off, you may find yourself overthinking, replaying conversations, or feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts. Even when you want things to feel calmer, it can be difficult to step out of these patterns. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, and relationship or intimacy concerns, particularly where overthinking and emotional overwhelm begin to impact confidence, connection, and daily life.
My work is neurodivergent-affirming and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Rapid Anxiety Relief Intensives - Anxiety Therapy.
If anxiety, overthinking or nervous system overwhelm are taking over your life — and you don’t want months or years of weekly therapy — you’re in the right place. I specialise in Rapid Anxiety Relief Intensives: focused, short-term therapy programmes designed to help you experience meaningful relief in days rather than months. This approach is ideal for people who feel stuck, exhausted by anxiety, or ready for change and want a deeper level of support in a shorter time frame. Intensives offer dedicated, uninterrupted therapy over 1–3 days.
My work is neurodivergent-affirming and LGBTQ+ affirming.
Rapid Anxiety Relief Intensives - Anxiety Therapy.
If anxiety, overthinking or nervous system overwhelm are taking over your life — and you don’t want months or years of weekly therapy — you’re in the right place. I specialise in Rapid Anxiety Relief Intensives: focused, short-term therapy programmes designed to help you experience meaningful relief in days rather than months. This approach is ideal for people who feel stuck, exhausted by anxiety, or ready for change and want a deeper level of support in a shorter time frame. Intensives offer dedicated, uninterrupted therapy over 1–3 days.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
As an Accredited Integrative Counsellor & EMDR Therapist I understand that you are unique and I will adapt my professional skills to your needs. EMDR (Eye movement desensitisation & reprocessing) is scientifically proven to help with trauma & difficult memories. I have extensive experience working with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Phobias, Depression, Bereavement, Stress, Low Self Esteem and much more. I aim to provide a warm, accepting environment that is confidential and safe. Developing a supportive, non-judgmental relationship to facilitate self understanding, new insights and to help individuals find new ways of being.
As an Accredited Integrative Counsellor & EMDR Therapist I understand that you are unique and I will adapt my professional skills to your needs. EMDR (Eye movement desensitisation & reprocessing) is scientifically proven to help with trauma & difficult memories. I have extensive experience working with Trauma, PTSD, Anxiety, Phobias, Depression, Bereavement, Stress, Low Self Esteem and much more. I aim to provide a warm, accepting environment that is confidential and safe. Developing a supportive, non-judgmental relationship to facilitate self understanding, new insights and to help individuals find new ways of being.
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.
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.
I believe in the quality of the therapeutic relationship and provide a confidential, non-judgmental and supportive environment for my clients. I see my role as a therapist is to facilitate and assist clients to make meaning of their experience and discover their inner strengths. I am a dynamic and goal orientated psychotherapist who promotes self-awareness, personal growth and well-being leading to more empowered clients.
I believe in the quality of the therapeutic relationship and provide a confidential, non-judgmental and supportive environment for my clients. I see my role as a therapist is to facilitate and assist clients to make meaning of their experience and discover their inner strengths. I am a dynamic and goal orientated psychotherapist who promotes self-awareness, personal growth and well-being leading to more empowered clients.
My name is Éadaoin and you are very welcome to my profile page. We alI know that life can be challenging and at times we may find ourselves feeling stuck. We live in such a fast paced world it becomes all too easy to relegate our own needs to the bottom of our list of priorities. I believe that we all have the creativity within us to grow and adapt to any situation that comes our way. Sometimes we need a safe space in order to rediscover who we are, where we are and what it is that we actually want for our one and only precious life. A space to untangle and recreate the life that we want to live.
My name is Éadaoin and you are very welcome to my profile page. We alI know that life can be challenging and at times we may find ourselves feeling stuck. We live in such a fast paced world it becomes all too easy to relegate our own needs to the bottom of our list of priorities. I believe that we all have the creativity within us to grow and adapt to any situation that comes our way. Sometimes we need a safe space in order to rediscover who we are, where we are and what it is that we actually want for our one and only precious life. A space to untangle and recreate the life that we want to live.
Deciding to come for counselling can often be a difficult and drawn-out process. It is often also a very rewarding and enriching experience leading to changes in one’s life that reduce distress and increase one’s ability to cope with difficulties and challenges. By it's nature the process involves engaging with uncomfortable aspects of oneself and our relationships that are challenging. The goal of the process is to increase self-knowledge, self-acceptance and self-compassion to enhance our capacity to relate to ourselves and others in healthier and more fulfilling ways.
Deciding to come for counselling can often be a difficult and drawn-out process. It is often also a very rewarding and enriching experience leading to changes in one’s life that reduce distress and increase one’s ability to cope with difficulties and challenges. By it's nature the process involves engaging with uncomfortable aspects of oneself and our relationships that are challenging. The goal of the process is to increase self-knowledge, self-acceptance and self-compassion to enhance our capacity to relate to ourselves and others in healthier and more fulfilling ways.
At some point in life, many of us find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. Reaching out for support can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change.
My name is Claudia O’Keeffe and I am a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with adults and adolescents. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore whatever is bringing you to therapy at your own pace.
Whether you are looking for counselling for yourself or an Adolescent please feel free to contact me to discuss it more. I offer a free 15 minute info call .
At some point in life, many of us find ourselves feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve us. Reaching out for support can feel daunting, but it can also be the beginning of meaningful change.
My name is Claudia O’Keeffe and I am a qualified Humanistic Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working with adults and adolescents. I offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore whatever is bringing you to therapy at your own pace.
Whether you are looking for counselling for yourself or an Adolescent please feel free to contact me to discuss it more. I offer a free 15 minute info call .
Life may mean difficult or traumatic experiences, past or present, that can leave you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, worried, overwhelmed, hopeless or unable to cope. This can impact your personal and professional relationships. Counselling can be a great support in these times, helping you make sense of your experiences and your feelings.
Life may mean difficult or traumatic experiences, past or present, that can leave you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, worried, overwhelmed, hopeless or unable to cope. This can impact your personal and professional relationships. Counselling can be a great support in these times, helping you make sense of your experiences and your feelings.
Hi there, I am an IACP accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist who believes that a genuine human connection is the heart of healing. Often we can feel out of balance or distressed without being entirely sure of the cause. I provide an opportunity to understand the origins of our patterns, behaviours, thoughts and beliefs with genuine empathy, blending my clinical training with a relatable real world perspective.
Hi there, I am an IACP accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist who believes that a genuine human connection is the heart of healing. Often we can feel out of balance or distressed without being entirely sure of the cause. I provide an opportunity to understand the origins of our patterns, behaviours, thoughts and beliefs with genuine empathy, blending my clinical training with a relatable real world perspective.
LGBTQ+ Counsellors
Do LGBTQ-affirmative therapists receive special training?
Yes. Many therapists who practice LGBTQ-affirmative therapy have completed specialised training, either during their degree programme or as continuing education, to learn the core principles of affirmative therapy and how to best support their LGBTQ clients; some have received certifications in LGBTQ-affirmative therapy. Prospective clients should inquire as to a clinician’s background and training to ensure a good fit.
Why might I want to see an LGBTQ-affirming or LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
Queer and gender-non-conforming individuals frequently experience bias and marginalisation in day-to-day life. Working with a therapist who understands these unique challenges, as well as accepts and affirms their identity, can help LGBTQ clients feel safe and supported during therapy—allowing them to better navigate their relationships, mental health, and anything else that they wish to explore during therapy. It is important to note that many therapists can be effective in their work with LGBTQ+ individuals, even in the absence of specific training or background knowledge. The most important component in therapy is the alliance between therapist and client, and this alliance can exist between individuals with very different backgrounds.
How can I find an LGBTQ-friendly therapist?
You may wish to inquire about a therapist’s expertise with your specific challenges or concerns—depression, for example, or relationship strife—as well as their past experiences treating LGBTQ+ clients. Prospective clients may also ask whether a therapist has obtained additional training and/or certification in LGBTQ-affirmative techniques.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience with LGBTQ issues?
Prospective clients should feel empowered to directly ask therapists whether they have received training or been certified in LGBTQ-affirming therapy; competent therapists will be happy to explain their educational background and preferred approach(es) to help a client find the best match for them. Clients may also wish to ask how a therapist has treated clients with their particular challenges in the past and what they expect treatment to look like.
Are all the therapists listed in the LGBTQ directory themselves members of the LGBTQ community?
While therapists may choose to disclose their sexual orientation or gender identity in their profiles, the LGBTQ directory features not only those who have shared this information but also those who assert specialised training or experience in providing support to queer individuals, couples or families.