Psychodynamic Counselling in Castleknock
I work with individuals to help address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties and stress.
There are many reasons why people come to counselling and psychotherapy. You may have a particular issue which is causing you distress or a number of issues that are troubling you. Whatever brings you to counselling, I aim to provide a safe, caring and confidential setting where you can explore what is relevant for you.
I work with individuals to help address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties and stress.
There are many reasons why people come to counselling and psychotherapy. You may have a particular issue which is causing you distress or a number of issues that are troubling you. Whatever brings you to counselling, I aim to provide a safe, caring and confidential setting where you can explore what is relevant for you.
I integrate psychodynamic therapy, somatic awareness and EMDR where appropriate.
You may be capable and self-aware, yet still feel overwhelmed, detached or stuck. Relationships may feel intense or confusing. Perhaps you have been told you are too sensitive, too much, or overthinking. You might wonder why you react so strongly, struggle with rejection, or feel successful on paper but internally dysregulated. I work with adults navigating neurodivergence, including ADHD and autistic identity, Rejection Sensitivity, shame, personality patterns, attachment wounds, trauma and identity shifts. Together, we make sense of what is happening in your nervous system and create something more workable.
I integrate psychodynamic therapy, somatic awareness and EMDR where appropriate.
You may be capable and self-aware, yet still feel overwhelmed, detached or stuck. Relationships may feel intense or confusing. Perhaps you have been told you are too sensitive, too much, or overthinking. You might wonder why you react so strongly, struggle with rejection, or feel successful on paper but internally dysregulated. I work with adults navigating neurodivergence, including ADHD and autistic identity, Rejection Sensitivity, shame, personality patterns, attachment wounds, trauma and identity shifts. Together, we make sense of what is happening in your nervous system and create something more workable.
Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges, and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.
Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges, and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
My own journey into psychology began with an interest into how we tick as human beings and why some of us seem to suffer and cope better than others. I soon realised that where I really needed to be was with people, helping them better understand and heal themselves. Now, as a qualified psychotherapist for many years, I not only get to do just that, but I also get to witness first-hand the courage and growth of my clients that is forever inspirational.
My own journey into psychology began with an interest into how we tick as human beings and why some of us seem to suffer and cope better than others. I soon realised that where I really needed to be was with people, helping them better understand and heal themselves. Now, as a qualified psychotherapist for many years, I not only get to do just that, but I also get to witness first-hand the courage and growth of my clients that is forever inspirational.
I provide a space which is safe and secure. The Therapeutic place is where you will be listened to and cared for. You will be understood and supported as you go about healing your experiences of trauma and the past. It is my aim to help you cope with the challenges and enable you to respond with new found tools to deal with the difficulties and circumstances of daily life.
I provide a space which is safe and secure. The Therapeutic place is where you will be listened to and cared for. You will be understood and supported as you go about healing your experiences of trauma and the past. It is my aim to help you cope with the challenges and enable you to respond with new found tools to deal with the difficulties and circumstances of daily life.
My practice is underpinned by the ethics and philosophy of psychoanalysis and I respect the confidentiality and psychical well being of each person I work with.
My practice is underpinned by the ethics and philosophy of psychoanalysis and I respect the confidentiality and psychical well being of each person I work with.
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I work with people who are struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or others. Many come carrying the effects of stress, trauma, life transitions, identity questions, or the demands of caring for others, and are seeking a space where they can slow down, be met with care, and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing. I am a lecturer in psychotherapy and I bring to the therapeutic room my expertise in the field. I offer psychotherapy to adolescents and their parents, adults, and supervision to psychotherapists and other mental health practitioners.
I work with people who are struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or others. Many come carrying the effects of stress, trauma, life transitions, identity questions, or the demands of caring for others, and are seeking a space where they can slow down, be met with care, and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing. I am a lecturer in psychotherapy and I bring to the therapeutic room my expertise in the field. I offer psychotherapy to adolescents and their parents, adults, and supervision to psychotherapists and other mental health practitioners.
I work as an integrative therapist drawing from Psychodynamic, Body-orientated, Humanistic, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems therapies.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’ve been carrying something heavy for a long time, or you’re facing a challenge you didn’t expect. You want space to breathe, understand yourself, and feel more grounded again.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist and accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists. I support adults and teens who are navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and stress; self‑esteem and identity; neurodiversity; grief, loss, and major life transitions; relationship patterns and emotional disconnection; feeling “stuck” or unsure of next steps.
I work as an integrative therapist drawing from Psychodynamic, Body-orientated, Humanistic, Gestalt and Internal Family Systems therapies.
You may be feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward. Maybe you’ve been carrying something heavy for a long time, or you’re facing a challenge you didn’t expect. You want space to breathe, understand yourself, and feel more grounded again.
I am a qualified Psychotherapist and accredited member of the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists. I support adults and teens who are navigating anxiety, overwhelm, and stress; self‑esteem and identity; neurodiversity; grief, loss, and major life transitions; relationship patterns and emotional disconnection; feeling “stuck” or unsure of next steps.
My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a blend of different approaches that include person-centred principles, psychodynamic theories, systemic insights, as well as cognitive/behavioural methods.
Life can be challenging and we all experience emotional pain and distress from time to time. It can be helpful to explore these struggles with someone supportive and, as a qualified psychotherapist and a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I can offer you support, guidance and understanding when you are experiencing problems and difficulties.
I deal with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to talk about your difficulties and feel heard.
My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a blend of different approaches that include person-centred principles, psychodynamic theories, systemic insights, as well as cognitive/behavioural methods.
Life can be challenging and we all experience emotional pain and distress from time to time. It can be helpful to explore these struggles with someone supportive and, as a qualified psychotherapist and a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I can offer you support, guidance and understanding when you are experiencing problems and difficulties.
I deal with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to talk about your difficulties and feel heard.
Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Integrative Psychotherapy, Addiction-Focused Therapy
Hello, my name is Annemarie. I am a fully IACP accredited psychotherapist with a background in psychology and addiction. My experience includes both private and community based practices and I have worked with a diverse range of clients, of all ages and backgrounds. I offer one to one individual psychotherapy online. I believe therapy isn’t a one size fits all approach and I make it my place to specifically tailor my approach to suit my clients needs. If you are struggling with low mood, anxiety, worrying thoughts, lack of satisfaction, self-esteem, trauma, relationships issues or issues with the self, reach out.
Trauma-Informed Therapy, Attachment-Based Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Integrative Psychotherapy, Addiction-Focused Therapy
Hello, my name is Annemarie. I am a fully IACP accredited psychotherapist with a background in psychology and addiction. My experience includes both private and community based practices and I have worked with a diverse range of clients, of all ages and backgrounds. I offer one to one individual psychotherapy online. I believe therapy isn’t a one size fits all approach and I make it my place to specifically tailor my approach to suit my clients needs. If you are struggling with low mood, anxiety, worrying thoughts, lack of satisfaction, self-esteem, trauma, relationships issues or issues with the self, reach out.
Together we'll explore the underlying causes of these struggles using a psychodynamic approach with the aim of helping you gain insight, heal past wounds, and move towards a more authentic, fulfilling life.
My approach focuses on helping you understand yourself with compassion to resolve any inner conflicts and past traumas and deepen your understanding of yourself.
Together we'll explore the underlying causes of these struggles using a psychodynamic approach with the aim of helping you gain insight, heal past wounds, and move towards a more authentic, fulfilling life.
My approach focuses on helping you understand yourself with compassion to resolve any inner conflicts and past traumas and deepen your understanding of yourself.
Do you feel overwhelmed at the moment? Perhaps you are feeling sad alone depressed worried or anxious? Have you relationship problems? Have you been bereaved or separated and feel you are not coping? Have you identity issues ,just lost your job or are experiencing a health challenge? If so you are suffering in some way and may need to reach out for support. As an Integrative Clinical Psychotherapist I can help you unpack some of the thoughts feelings and questions you may have around these issues, enable you to gain meaning and insight and move forward in your life.
Do you feel overwhelmed at the moment? Perhaps you are feeling sad alone depressed worried or anxious? Have you relationship problems? Have you been bereaved or separated and feel you are not coping? Have you identity issues ,just lost your job or are experiencing a health challenge? If so you are suffering in some way and may need to reach out for support. As an Integrative Clinical Psychotherapist I can help you unpack some of the thoughts feelings and questions you may have around these issues, enable you to gain meaning and insight and move forward in your life.
I draw on psychodynamic, existential, cognitive-behavioural, 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 psychodynamic, existential, cognitive-behavioural, 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.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re not sure where to begin. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or simply longing for a deeper understanding of yourself. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, especially if you’re not sure where to begin. You may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, stuck in unhelpful patterns, or simply longing for a deeper understanding of yourself. Whatever brings you here, you don’t have to face it alone.
I tailor my approach to each client by drawing from various approaches including trauma-informed, existential, focusing and psychodynamic perspectives.
Psychotherapy for reflective adults navigating stress, transitions, and questions of meaning...
Life can sometimes feel demanding or unsettled, even when things appear to be functioning well on the outside. You may be managing work, responsibilities, and relationships while feeling tense, depleted, disconnected, or quietly out of balance. You might be carrying past experiences and patterns that are difficult to make sense of on your own. You may have a sense that something needs attention, even if it is hard to name.
Therapy can offer a steady space to slow down and listen more closely to what is happening beneath the surface.
I tailor my approach to each client by drawing from various approaches including trauma-informed, existential, focusing and psychodynamic perspectives.
Psychotherapy for reflective adults navigating stress, transitions, and questions of meaning...
Life can sometimes feel demanding or unsettled, even when things appear to be functioning well on the outside. You may be managing work, responsibilities, and relationships while feeling tense, depleted, disconnected, or quietly out of balance. You might be carrying past experiences and patterns that are difficult to make sense of on your own. You may have a sense that something needs attention, even if it is hard to name.
Therapy can offer a steady space to slow down and listen more closely to what is happening beneath the surface.
From the outside, you look like you have it all together. Your house is in order, your career is moving, or you are managing the equally demanding role of a stay-at-home mom. You handle the schedules and the endless mental load. But inside, you feel depleted, anxious, or caught in an exhausting loop of overwhelm, overthinking, and internal pressure. Whether navigating the profound identity shift of matrescence, processing a difficult birth, or balancing parenting with burnout, please hear this: you are not failing—you are simply running on empty in a very difficult season of life.
From the outside, you look like you have it all together. Your house is in order, your career is moving, or you are managing the equally demanding role of a stay-at-home mom. You handle the schedules and the endless mental load. But inside, you feel depleted, anxious, or caught in an exhausting loop of overwhelm, overthinking, and internal pressure. Whether navigating the profound identity shift of matrescence, processing a difficult birth, or balancing parenting with burnout, please hear this: you are not failing—you are simply running on empty in a very difficult season of life.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I work with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicidal ideation, and trauma-related symptoms. I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I work with clients suffering from anxiety, depression, panic attacks, suicidal ideation, and trauma-related symptoms. I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
As a Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ therapist, I welcome clients of all genders, sexual orientations, and identities. I support those who have faced trauma, isolation, or have never felt nurtured or loved. If you feel disconnected from yourself, lost, or without direction, you are not alone. Together, we will work to reconnect with your true self and find clarity, purpose, and meaningful goals. My practice is a safe space for all, and I’m here to support your journey of healing and growth.
As a Neurodiverse and LGBTQIA+ therapist, I welcome clients of all genders, sexual orientations, and identities. I support those who have faced trauma, isolation, or have never felt nurtured or loved. If you feel disconnected from yourself, lost, or without direction, you are not alone. Together, we will work to reconnect with your true self and find clarity, purpose, and meaningful goals. My practice is a safe space for all, and I’m here to support your journey of healing and growth.
I aim to help individuals who want to explore and fully experience their inner world. Whether you have struggles to face or wish to get to know yourself better, the psychoanalytic therapy room is a safe and confidential environment to bring your whole self into.
I specialise in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a form of talk therapy focused on
exploring unconscious thoughts, patterns and feelings of the individual. It
is rooted in the idea that early experiences shape us and are reflected in
our present behaviours, feelings and relationships.
I aim to help individuals who want to explore and fully experience their inner world. Whether you have struggles to face or wish to get to know yourself better, the psychoanalytic therapy room is a safe and confidential environment to bring your whole self into.
I specialise in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a form of talk therapy focused on
exploring unconscious thoughts, patterns and feelings of the individual. It
is rooted in the idea that early experiences shape us and are reflected in
our present behaviours, feelings and relationships.
Nearby Psychodynamic Counsellors Searches for Castleknock
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- Kinsealy
- Lucan
- Palmerstown
- Ranelagh
- Rathmines
- Santry
- Swords
- Templeogue
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.