Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Mitchelstown
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.
You might be holding it all together on the outside, but inside, you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're never quite enough. You want to understand where these feelings come from, make sense of your story, and learn tools to feel more in control.
You're not looking for quick fixes; you want meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and true to who you are.
You might be holding it all together on the outside, but inside, you feel stuck, overwhelmed, or like you're never quite enough. You want to understand where these feelings come from, make sense of your story, and learn tools to feel more in control.
You're not looking for quick fixes; you want meaningful change. Together, we’ll explore what’s holding you back and work toward a life that feels more balanced, empowered, and true to who you are.
Online/Telephone accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist and member of IACP. When we have experienced trauma or difficulties in our lives, we may feel a low sense of worth, lack of belief in ourselves, or struggle in relationships with others. We may feel a lack of motivation, stress, anxiety or depression and find it difficult to cope. Therapy can help to uncover our thoughts, feelings and beliefs about ourselves and others, and how these impact on our lives. Feeling heard can support us to heal trauma, losses or painful experiences we have been through, as well as to understand ourselves better.
Online/Telephone accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist and member of IACP. When we have experienced trauma or difficulties in our lives, we may feel a low sense of worth, lack of belief in ourselves, or struggle in relationships with others. We may feel a lack of motivation, stress, anxiety or depression and find it difficult to cope. Therapy can help to uncover our thoughts, feelings and beliefs about ourselves and others, and how these impact on our lives. Feeling heard can support us to heal trauma, losses or painful experiences we have been through, as well as to understand ourselves better.
My skills lie in not only mental health issues but also the ability to combine addiction and mental health issues. I apply a person centred approach to help the person to consider the whole person mind, body and spirit. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, anger management, grief, depression, bullying, substance and alcohol related issues, gambling and sex addiction and the harbouring of suicidal ideation at various points in ones life.
Together with my team of experts we offer presentations to schools, sports clubs, workplaces etc Designed to open up & encourage conversation around mental health & addiction.
My skills lie in not only mental health issues but also the ability to combine addiction and mental health issues. I apply a person centred approach to help the person to consider the whole person mind, body and spirit. I have extensive experience working with anxiety, anger management, grief, depression, bullying, substance and alcohol related issues, gambling and sex addiction and the harbouring of suicidal ideation at various points in ones life.
Together with my team of experts we offer presentations to schools, sports clubs, workplaces etc Designed to open up & encourage conversation around mental health & addiction.
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As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. At the same time, my work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. At the same time, my work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? You may be managing anxious thoughts, low mood, stress, self-doubt, perfectionism, or the impact of past experiences that still feel present. These difficulties can affect your relationships, focus, confidence, and sense of self. You might feel like you are never quite “enough.”
Therapy can help bring clarity, direction, and relief. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I support clients to better understand their emotions, shift long-standing patterns, and reconnect with what matters most.
Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure how to move forward? You may be managing anxious thoughts, low mood, stress, self-doubt, perfectionism, or the impact of past experiences that still feel present. These difficulties can affect your relationships, focus, confidence, and sense of self. You might feel like you are never quite “enough.”
Therapy can help bring clarity, direction, and relief. With over 10 years of clinical experience, I support clients to better understand their emotions, shift long-standing patterns, and reconnect with what matters most.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
Many clients are functioning well on the outside while struggling with OCD, overthinking, relationship difficulties, loneliness abroad, loss, separation, relocation, or work pressure.
My work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with somatic and psychodynamic Interventions. I help with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, avoidance, emotional pain, and relationship patterns, using structured, practical therapy connected to real life.
Many clients are functioning well on the outside while struggling with OCD, overthinking, relationship difficulties, loneliness abroad, loss, separation, relocation, or work pressure.
My work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with somatic and psychodynamic Interventions. I help with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, avoidance, emotional pain, and relationship patterns, using structured, practical therapy connected to real life.
This can include anxiety, low mood, OCD, trauma, or longer-term emotional difficulties.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Psychotherapist offering online therapy across Ireland and the UK. I work integratively, using CBT alongside EMDR for trauma and approaches informed by parts work / self-states. Sessions are structured and collaborative, and adapted to individual needs, including neurodivergent presentations.
This can include anxiety, low mood, OCD, trauma, or longer-term emotional difficulties.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Psychotherapist offering online therapy across Ireland and the UK. I work integratively, using CBT alongside EMDR for trauma and approaches informed by parts work / self-states. Sessions are structured and collaborative, and adapted to individual needs, including neurodivergent presentations.
Nosce Te Ipsum. Therapy begins with a dialogue about what indeed brought the client into the therapeutic setting. Clients’ thoughts, feelings and experiences provide much of the fodder for a therapeutic dialogue. Much of the work in therapy involves making sense of these thoughts and emotions. The therapist educes the client’s stories; clients narrate and share them. This integrative framework provide the lens in which I listen and connect to the narratives and presenting issues of my clients. As the tempo takes its momentum, a gradual progression of humanistic kinship, trust and understanding between my client and I are entrenched.
Nosce Te Ipsum. Therapy begins with a dialogue about what indeed brought the client into the therapeutic setting. Clients’ thoughts, feelings and experiences provide much of the fodder for a therapeutic dialogue. Much of the work in therapy involves making sense of these thoughts and emotions. The therapist educes the client’s stories; clients narrate and share them. This integrative framework provide the lens in which I listen and connect to the narratives and presenting issues of my clients. As the tempo takes its momentum, a gradual progression of humanistic kinship, trust and understanding between my client and I are entrenched.
I have significant clinical expertise in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, processing major life events, sexual health, trauma, addictive behaviours, self-worth/esteem, and relationship issues.
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 have significant clinical expertise in working with depression, anxiety, OCD, processing major life events, sexual health, trauma, addictive behaviours, self-worth/esteem, and relationship issues.
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.
My name is Elizabeth and I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist. Reaching out can be daunting and scary, as a therapist, I work from my heart meeting the client wherever they are with compassion and acceptance. I providing a safe space for the voice of the individual to be heard without fear of judgment. At times we can be unaware of whatever it is that is upsetting us , and putting us out of balance, and that’s exactly what the space in therapy can be used for. I feel extremely passionate in my work as a Therapist, please know that you don't have to be alone, members from the LGBTQ are especially welcome.
My name is Elizabeth and I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist. Reaching out can be daunting and scary, as a therapist, I work from my heart meeting the client wherever they are with compassion and acceptance. I providing a safe space for the voice of the individual to be heard without fear of judgment. At times we can be unaware of whatever it is that is upsetting us , and putting us out of balance, and that’s exactly what the space in therapy can be used for. I feel extremely passionate in my work as a Therapist, please know that you don't have to be alone, members from the LGBTQ are especially welcome.
Ideal clients are people who look fine on the outside but feel stuck inside: anxiety, overwhelm, trauma triggers, OCD patterns, grief, addiction, burnout, or relationship stress.
I’m a trauma-informed psychotherapist. I help adults and couples stuck in anxiety, panic, overthinking, shame, low mood, or repeating relationship patterns. Therapy with me is practical and grounded. We make sense of what’s happening, build emotional awareness, and learn tools to regulate your nervous system so life feels steadier.
Ideal clients are people who look fine on the outside but feel stuck inside: anxiety, overwhelm, trauma triggers, OCD patterns, grief, addiction, burnout, or relationship stress.
I’m a trauma-informed psychotherapist. I help adults and couples stuck in anxiety, panic, overthinking, shame, low mood, or repeating relationship patterns. Therapy with me is practical and grounded. We make sense of what’s happening, build emotional awareness, and learn tools to regulate your nervous system so life feels steadier.
Sometimes life can look okay on the outside but not feel right on the inside. You might find yourself constantly overthinking, carrying the weight of past experiences, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, or wondering why you keep repeating the same painful patterns.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can speak openly, feel heard without judgement and begin to make sense of your experiences.
Sometimes life can look okay on the outside but not feel right on the inside. You might find yourself constantly overthinking, carrying the weight of past experiences, feeling disconnected from yourself or others, or wondering why you keep repeating the same painful patterns.
I offer a warm, supportive space where you can speak openly, feel heard without judgement and begin to make sense of your experiences.
I work with people who feel stuck in patterns around addiction, overthinking, or ways of coping that no longer work but are difficult to change. Often there’s a sense of shame or frustration beneath this. I offer a grounded, reflective space to help you understand what’s driving these patterns and begin to step out of them. I have over twenty years’ experience in private practice and work fully online with clients across Ireland
I work with people who feel stuck in patterns around addiction, overthinking, or ways of coping that no longer work but are difficult to change. Often there’s a sense of shame or frustration beneath this. I offer a grounded, reflective space to help you understand what’s driving these patterns and begin to step out of them. I have over twenty years’ experience in private practice and work fully online with clients across Ireland
I provide a calm, safe, comfortable and confidential space for my clients. I use and integrative approach as not all clients fit one approach. I use what works best from each approach and blend them together. I empower my clients to explore their issues and assist in coming up with practical and effective solutions to these issues.
I provide a calm, safe, comfortable and confidential space for my clients. I use and integrative approach as not all clients fit one approach. I use what works best from each approach and blend them together. I empower my clients to explore their issues and assist in coming up with practical and effective solutions to these issues.
I provide consultations on mental health issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse, trauma, PTSD, bereavement, OCD, self-harm, psychosis, suicidality, grief, loss, anger, addiction, violence, personality disorder, work-related problems, bullying, psychosis, bipolar disorder, stress, shame and confidence issues.
I have particular expertise in the treatment of severe and enduring mental health issues including trauma, abuse, PTSD, psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, panic, anger, grief, shame and personality disorder.
I provide consultations on mental health issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse, trauma, PTSD, bereavement, OCD, self-harm, psychosis, suicidality, grief, loss, anger, addiction, violence, personality disorder, work-related problems, bullying, psychosis, bipolar disorder, stress, shame and confidence issues.
I have particular expertise in the treatment of severe and enduring mental health issues including trauma, abuse, PTSD, psychosis, bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, panic, anger, grief, shame and personality disorder.
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible.
I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible.
I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
I hold a BSc Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and have experience working with a broad range of clients and presenting issues.
I hold a BSc Degree in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and have experience working with a broad range of clients and presenting issues.
I work with :
Trauma
Grief
Bereavment
Parental Support
Attachment issues
Low self Esteem
Fertility
Birth
Anxiety and overwhelm
I work with :
Trauma
Grief
Bereavment
Parental Support
Attachment issues
Low self Esteem
Fertility
Birth
Anxiety and overwhelm
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Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.