Psychodynamic Counselling in Blackrock
I work from a humanistic, integrative, psychodynamic, CBT, person-centred, psychoeducational perspective.
I work with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work-life balance, self-worth, relationship issues, sexuality issues, LGBTQI+ friendly and trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD). I have personal and professional experience in a variety of pregnancy related issues including birth trauma and matresence (the transition to motherhood), pre and post abortion support, fertility issues, adoption, post-natal depression and miscarriage. I have a particular interest in childhood emotional neglect and developmental trauma. With the right support, deep wounds from childhood can heal.
I work from a humanistic, integrative, psychodynamic, CBT, person-centred, psychoeducational perspective.
I work with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work-life balance, self-worth, relationship issues, sexuality issues, LGBTQI+ friendly and trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD). I have personal and professional experience in a variety of pregnancy related issues including birth trauma and matresence (the transition to motherhood), pre and post abortion support, fertility issues, adoption, post-natal depression and miscarriage. I have a particular interest in childhood emotional neglect and developmental trauma. With the right support, deep wounds from childhood can heal.
The people I work with are used to holding a great deal together for others, often with little space for themselves. Many work in high-pressure roles, including healthcare, education, and senior leadership, and have reached a point where something has to give. Others are navigating serious illness, bereavement, or a loss that has shifted something fundamental.
Therapy offers a space to pause and regain perspective, especially when this has been building over time.
The people I work with are used to holding a great deal together for others, often with little space for themselves. Many work in high-pressure roles, including healthcare, education, and senior leadership, and have reached a point where something has to give. Others are navigating serious illness, bereavement, or a loss that has shifted something fundamental.
Therapy offers a space to pause and regain perspective, especially when this has been building over time.
Fern Therapy was set-up by Aoife Cassidy (MIACP, MSc, MFA, Dip., CCTP), who has trained and worked in the therapeutic field for over 18 years. Aoife has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Aoife holds a Clinical MSc in Child and Adolescent Art Psychotherapy from the University of Dublin and Mater CAMHS, Dublin. Aoife also holds a Dip. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Practitioners Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Additionally, Aoife has specialised in the treatment of trauma, including EMDR. Fully accredited MIACP.
Fern Therapy was set-up by Aoife Cassidy (MIACP, MSc, MFA, Dip., CCTP), who has trained and worked in the therapeutic field for over 18 years. Aoife has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Aoife holds a Clinical MSc in Child and Adolescent Art Psychotherapy from the University of Dublin and Mater CAMHS, Dublin. Aoife also holds a Dip. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Practitioners Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Additionally, Aoife has specialised in the treatment of trauma, including EMDR. Fully accredited MIACP.
Ronan is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist Practitioner who completed his Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from City, University of London (2016), internationally approved by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory regulator for Practitioner Psychologists in the Uk, and accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Ronan is a Chartered member of The Irish Psychological Society (PSI). He is also a member of The British Psychological Society (BPS) and The Division of Counselling Psychologists (DCoP).
Ronan is a Chartered Counselling Psychologist Practitioner who completed his Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from City, University of London (2016), internationally approved by the Health Care Professions Council (HCPC), the statutory regulator for Practitioner Psychologists in the Uk, and accredited by the British Psychological Society (BPS). Ronan is a Chartered member of The Irish Psychological Society (PSI). He is also a member of The British Psychological Society (BPS) and The Division of Counselling Psychologists (DCoP).
I am deeply committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and I value the richness of working across different cultures and languages, with a strong focus on promoting mental health awareness and access to psychological evidence-based informed care.
I am deeply committed to diversity, equality, and inclusion, and I value the richness of working across different cultures and languages, with a strong focus on promoting mental health awareness and access to psychological evidence-based informed care.
Does anxiety rule your life? Is the grief you are feeling extremely painful? Do you feel suicidal, or have you lost someone to suicide? Do you feel your life is just drifting? Do you need a safe and confidential space to talk just about you and what is going on in your life right now? Is your own self esteem and self worth at rock bottom? Would you like to understand yourself and some of your life experiences more? Are you a teenager struggling with peer pressure/bullying or self image? Are you experiencing any relationship difficulties either within a marriage, a family system or the workplace?
Does anxiety rule your life? Is the grief you are feeling extremely painful? Do you feel suicidal, or have you lost someone to suicide? Do you feel your life is just drifting? Do you need a safe and confidential space to talk just about you and what is going on in your life right now? Is your own self esteem and self worth at rock bottom? Would you like to understand yourself and some of your life experiences more? Are you a teenager struggling with peer pressure/bullying or self image? Are you experiencing any relationship difficulties either within a marriage, a family system or the workplace?
With over 14 years of experience, I have helped many people on their unique healing journey. Sometimes we need a place to explore the difficulties that arise in life; whether they are behaviours, feelings, or emotions. At times you need to be listened to confidentially and without judgement. Our mental health can have such a significant impact on the quality of our lives. These challenges come in many forms, including trauma, phobias, bereavement, anxiety, and behavioural issues. Often, it is hard to tell exactly what is wrong, only a sense that things are not right. The first brave step to take is to share that difficulty.
With over 14 years of experience, I have helped many people on their unique healing journey. Sometimes we need a place to explore the difficulties that arise in life; whether they are behaviours, feelings, or emotions. At times you need to be listened to confidentially and without judgement. Our mental health can have such a significant impact on the quality of our lives. These challenges come in many forms, including trauma, phobias, bereavement, anxiety, and behavioural issues. Often, it is hard to tell exactly what is wrong, only a sense that things are not right. The first brave step to take is to share that difficulty.
Therapy must feel safe before it can be productive. To this end, I initially attempt to provide a sense of ease in counseling sessions. From there, I generally like to see if the client and myself can collaboratively identify what might be some goals. These goals can be anything from wishing to feel less anxious, sad, irritable, troubled, to addressing relationship difficulties at home or at work, to trying to better understand a feeling of being unfulfilled, or to think or feel differently about the past. In many cases, it is plenty to just to have a safe place to discuss anything at all in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.
Therapy must feel safe before it can be productive. To this end, I initially attempt to provide a sense of ease in counseling sessions. From there, I generally like to see if the client and myself can collaboratively identify what might be some goals. These goals can be anything from wishing to feel less anxious, sad, irritable, troubled, to addressing relationship difficulties at home or at work, to trying to better understand a feeling of being unfulfilled, or to think or feel differently about the past. In many cases, it is plenty to just to have a safe place to discuss anything at all in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.
Over 15 years experience as a Senior Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor (C.Psychol.,Ps.S.I) and Clinical Lead. I specialise in supporting adults coping with Health Related Issues, Cancer, Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Peri-menopause, Menopause, Women's Health, Psycho-oncology, Relationship difficulties, General Distress & Anxiety.
I also work with existential issues & transitions often brought on by life changing events, in a supportive encouraging environment. Other clients include those dealing with stress, body issues, anxiety, depression, and major life challenges or trauma..
Over 15 years experience as a Senior Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor (C.Psychol.,Ps.S.I) and Clinical Lead. I specialise in supporting adults coping with Health Related Issues, Cancer, Grief, Loss, Bereavement, Peri-menopause, Menopause, Women's Health, Psycho-oncology, Relationship difficulties, General Distress & Anxiety.
I also work with existential issues & transitions often brought on by life changing events, in a supportive encouraging environment. Other clients include those dealing with stress, body issues, anxiety, depression, and major life challenges or trauma..
When working with my clients, I draw on a range of approaches including psychodynamic, existential, and emotionally focused therapy to adapt to their needs.
I work with individuals facing a range of difficulties, including understanding trauma and how it impacts them, grief and loss, existential concerns and managing acute or chronic health illness and life transitions. Issues with relationships - self - esteem, connecting to self and others, feelings of shame, guilt & hopelessness.
When working with my clients, I draw on a range of approaches including psychodynamic, existential, and emotionally focused therapy to adapt to their needs.
I work with individuals facing a range of difficulties, including understanding trauma and how it impacts them, grief and loss, existential concerns and managing acute or chronic health illness and life transitions. Issues with relationships - self - esteem, connecting to self and others, feelings of shame, guilt & hopelessness.
I draw on client-centred, psychodynamic, existential, and Gestalt therapies, among others.
If you are struggling with issues related to relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, loneliness, neurodivergence, major life changes, low self-esteem, assertiveness, or stress, or would like to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, I offer a reliable, safe, confidential, client-centred environment, and the supportive, therapeutic relationship you might be looking for.
I draw on client-centred, psychodynamic, existential, and Gestalt therapies, among others.
If you are struggling with issues related to relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, loneliness, neurodivergence, major life changes, low self-esteem, assertiveness, or stress, or would like to explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences, I offer a reliable, safe, confidential, client-centred environment, and the supportive, therapeutic relationship you might be looking for.
It's okay if you don't know exactly where to start—sometimes, just needing a safe, warm space to be heard is enough. If you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, please know you don't have to carry it all on your own. Hi, I’m Yolanda. I provide warm, compassionate therapy in Bray and online.
I believe that many of our current struggles come from learned patterns—ways we had to adapt to our environment or family dynamics just to get by. Together, we can work to help you discover who you truly are beyond those old survival patterns.
It's okay if you don't know exactly where to start—sometimes, just needing a safe, warm space to be heard is enough. If you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, please know you don't have to carry it all on your own. Hi, I’m Yolanda. I provide warm, compassionate therapy in Bray and online.
I believe that many of our current struggles come from learned patterns—ways we had to adapt to our environment or family dynamics just to get by. Together, we can work to help you discover who you truly are beyond those old survival patterns.
" I work by blending person-centred warmth with practical CBT skills and psychodynamic tools.
Limited spaces currently available for Monday evening. Range of times available for Thursday evening...If you are feeling overwhelmed by daily stress, burnt out, overthinking yourself, or struggling to cope, you deserve a place to slow down. I provide a warm, grounded, and confidential space where you can finally catch your breath. Together, we will work at your pace to gain the insights and practical tools needed for genuine growth. I am a qualified psychotherapist and a pre-accredited member of the IACP, based at The Beacon Therapy Centre in Sandyford, Dublin. I work in one-to-one sessions across a wide range of presentations.
" I work by blending person-centred warmth with practical CBT skills and psychodynamic tools.
Limited spaces currently available for Monday evening. Range of times available for Thursday evening...If you are feeling overwhelmed by daily stress, burnt out, overthinking yourself, or struggling to cope, you deserve a place to slow down. I provide a warm, grounded, and confidential space where you can finally catch your breath. Together, we will work at your pace to gain the insights and practical tools needed for genuine growth. I am a qualified psychotherapist and a pre-accredited member of the IACP, based at The Beacon Therapy Centre in Sandyford, Dublin. I work in one-to-one sessions across a wide range of presentations.
We provide Adult and Adolescent ADHD assessments, and a range of other developmental and psychological assessments, as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming. An initial consultation is a calm and reassuring first step, offering a warm space to share concerns, ask questions, and begin exploring what the most helpful path forward might be. I offer in-person appointments from two clinic locations: Clonskeagh, Dublin 14, and Greystones, Co. Wicklow.
We provide Adult and Adolescent ADHD assessments, and a range of other developmental and psychological assessments, as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming. An initial consultation is a calm and reassuring first step, offering a warm space to share concerns, ask questions, and begin exploring what the most helpful path forward might be. I offer in-person appointments from two clinic locations: Clonskeagh, Dublin 14, and Greystones, Co. Wicklow.
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I work with adults of all ages and stages of life, offering a compassionate, confidential space where you can explore life’s challenges and find a way forward.
My approach is warm, thoughtful and psychodynamically informed, helping you build resilience, confidence and self-compassion. Clients often tell me they feel at ease from our very first session. I’d be happy to arrange a complimentary introductory conversation to answer your questions and see whether I might be the right therapist for you.
Whatever has brought you here, you don’t have to face it alone. I work with adults of all ages and stages of life, offering a compassionate, confidential space where you can explore life’s challenges and find a way forward.
My approach is warm, thoughtful and psychodynamically informed, helping you build resilience, confidence and self-compassion. Clients often tell me they feel at ease from our very first session. I’d be happy to arrange a complimentary introductory conversation to answer your questions and see whether I might be the right therapist for you.
My approach is informed by my primary orientation of psychodynamic, and I practice within an assimilative integrative framework, incorporating other modalities that complement this approach.
My name is Catherine Cormican, and my passion lies in supporting individuals to navigate their own personal journeys. I provide a safe, confidential and supportive space for exploration, healing and growth. My mission is to offer compassionate and research-informed therapy services to individuals seeking to deepen their self-awareness, enhance their mental well-being, and achieve personal growth.
My approach is informed by my primary orientation of psychodynamic, and I practice within an assimilative integrative framework, incorporating other modalities that complement this approach.
My name is Catherine Cormican, and my passion lies in supporting individuals to navigate their own personal journeys. I provide a safe, confidential and supportive space for exploration, healing and growth. My mission is to offer compassionate and research-informed therapy services to individuals seeking to deepen their self-awareness, enhance their mental well-being, and achieve personal growth.
I work in a Humanistic person centred and Integrative manner drawing from the Psychodynamic and Gestalt therapeutic models.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
I work in a Humanistic person centred and Integrative manner drawing from the Psychodynamic and Gestalt therapeutic models.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change.
My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values.
Sessions are available in English and Italian.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change.
My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values.
Sessions are available in English and Italian.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) - Couples and Relationships - ADHD/ASD - I am an experienced, fully accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and families. Having lived and worked in Malaysia, Singapore and Ireland, I bring a cross-cultural perspective and can relate to both Asian and Western clients. Before retraining, I worked as a banking lawyer, giving me insight into the pressures of professional and corporate life and how these impact relationships and wellbeing. I am among a small number of therapists in Singapore and Ireland fully certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFCT, EFIT and EFFT) by ICEEFT.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) - Couples and Relationships - ADHD/ASD - I am an experienced, fully accredited psychotherapist working with individuals, couples and families. Having lived and worked in Malaysia, Singapore and Ireland, I bring a cross-cultural perspective and can relate to both Asian and Western clients. Before retraining, I worked as a banking lawyer, giving me insight into the pressures of professional and corporate life and how these impact relationships and wellbeing. I am among a small number of therapists in Singapore and Ireland fully certified in Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFCT, EFIT and EFFT) by ICEEFT.
Are you seeking a compassionate space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences?
My name is Ciara Lyons, a fully qualified and accredited Psychotherapist (MIACP) and I’m here to support you on your journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I am an experienced therapist, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I provide a safe, confidential environment where you can feel heard and understood.
Are you seeking a compassionate space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences?
My name is Ciara Lyons, a fully qualified and accredited Psychotherapist (MIACP) and I’m here to support you on your journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I am an experienced therapist, helping individuals navigate life’s challenges, I provide a safe, confidential environment where you can feel heard and understood.
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Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.