Counselling for Teens and Adolescents in Donaghmede
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work with both adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, feelings of worthlessness and life changes.
I work in a holistic, integrative way, drawing from numerous therapeutic approaches in order to effectively meet the needs of each client. My therapeutic approach involves a culmination of person centered therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and I work with both adults and adolescents struggling with a variety of issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship problems, feelings of worthlessness and life changes.
I work in a holistic, integrative way, drawing from numerous therapeutic approaches in order to effectively meet the needs of each client. My therapeutic approach involves a culmination of person centered therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, acceptance and commitment therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy.
Located in Malahide village, Dublin, we offer professional and affordable counselling services for adults and adolescents.
We offer adolescent psychotherapy sessions, counselling for both Adults and adolescents. We also offer a combination of counselling and holistic therapies sessions, therefor sessions can be constructed to suit clients individual needs.
Located in Malahide village, Dublin, we offer professional and affordable counselling services for adults and adolescents.
We offer adolescent psychotherapy sessions, counselling for both Adults and adolescents. We also offer a combination of counselling and holistic therapies sessions, therefor sessions can be constructed to suit clients individual needs.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood.
I specialise in eating disorders and disordered eating, supporting clients with restriction, binge eating, emotional eating, compulsive exercise, or body image difficulties. My approach isn't about "fixing", but helping you make sense of what's beneath the surface and develop safer, more supportive coping.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood.
I specialise in eating disorders and disordered eating, supporting clients with restriction, binge eating, emotional eating, compulsive exercise, or body image difficulties. My approach isn't about "fixing", but helping you make sense of what's beneath the surface and develop safer, more supportive coping.
The ideal environment is one that both supports & challenges us. Too often we go without both of these conditions. A Life Coach will tease out and help you create your vision of what you really want your life to be. If everything in your life stays status quo, you will head into a default future. We need another perspective if not we tend to go around repeating our default patterns and getting nowhere. As a Transformational Life Coach Linda will support you to become the successful and truly happy person you know you are meant to be.
The ideal environment is one that both supports & challenges us. Too often we go without both of these conditions. A Life Coach will tease out and help you create your vision of what you really want your life to be. If everything in your life stays status quo, you will head into a default future. We need another perspective if not we tend to go around repeating our default patterns and getting nowhere. As a Transformational Life Coach Linda will support you to become the successful and truly happy person you know you are meant to be.
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Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.
Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.
Mental Health: Providing services to adults, children, and families with mental health or neurodevelopmental concerns (e.g. ADHD, autism). They seek clarity, diagnosis, and effective treatment. The team provides multidisciplinary, assessment-led care combining psychiatry, psychology, and tailored interventions to support meaningful progress.
Sleep Clinic: We cater to individuals with sleep difficulties (e.g. insomnia, sleep apnoea). They seek answers and lasting solutions. The team uses advanced sleep diagnostics and evidence-based treatments (e.g. CBT-I), alongside personalised care plans and follow-up to improve sleep.
Mental Health: Providing services to adults, children, and families with mental health or neurodevelopmental concerns (e.g. ADHD, autism). They seek clarity, diagnosis, and effective treatment. The team provides multidisciplinary, assessment-led care combining psychiatry, psychology, and tailored interventions to support meaningful progress.
Sleep Clinic: We cater to individuals with sleep difficulties (e.g. insomnia, sleep apnoea). They seek answers and lasting solutions. The team uses advanced sleep diagnostics and evidence-based treatments (e.g. CBT-I), alongside personalised care plans and follow-up to improve sleep.
I am a qualified and fully accredited integrative psychotherapist based in Dublin, working with adults and adolescents (aged 16+).
Issues I commonly work with include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, gender, sexuality, identity, shame, self-esteem, loss, grief, and chronic illness, among others. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, decolonial, and liberatory therapeutic space where you can explore your identity, experiences, and challenges without fear of judgement.
I am a qualified and fully accredited integrative psychotherapist based in Dublin, working with adults and adolescents (aged 16+).
Issues I commonly work with include anxiety, depression, complex trauma, PTSD, gender, sexuality, identity, shame, self-esteem, loss, grief, and chronic illness, among others. I am committed to creating a safe, inclusive, decolonial, and liberatory therapeutic space where you can explore your identity, experiences, and challenges without fear of judgement.
I work with individuals navigating relocations, career transitions, relationship changes and major life transitions. Having lived and worked all around the world myself, I understand how disorienting major life changes can feel. My approach is integrative and relational, blending elements of traditional therapy with coaching, regulation practices and the body-mind connection. I’ve worked with many therapists and coaches myself, so I truly understand the vulnerability that comes with reaching out for help.
All sessions are fully online, so location is never a barrier.
I work with individuals navigating relocations, career transitions, relationship changes and major life transitions. Having lived and worked all around the world myself, I understand how disorienting major life changes can feel. My approach is integrative and relational, blending elements of traditional therapy with coaching, regulation practices and the body-mind connection. I’ve worked with many therapists and coaches myself, so I truly understand the vulnerability that comes with reaching out for help.
All sessions are fully online, so location is never a barrier.
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of individuals, including adolescents, adults, trainee therapists and qualified therapists.
I have extensive experience (20+ years) working as a counsellor and psychotherapist on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexuality-related issues, trauma, life crises and neurodiversity. I also have extensive experience working as a clinical supervisor as well as providing expert support to trainee psychotherapists. I believe that all individuals seeking psychotherapy have the ability to find their own way forward within the supportive and safe space that the therapeutic relationship can offer. And that by sharing their unique struggles and blocks with their therapist that they can move to living a better life.
I have extensive experience working with a wide range of individuals, including adolescents, adults, trainee therapists and qualified therapists.
I have extensive experience (20+ years) working as a counsellor and psychotherapist on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexuality-related issues, trauma, life crises and neurodiversity. I also have extensive experience working as a clinical supervisor as well as providing expert support to trainee psychotherapists. I believe that all individuals seeking psychotherapy have the ability to find their own way forward within the supportive and safe space that the therapeutic relationship can offer. And that by sharing their unique struggles and blocks with their therapist that they can move to living a better life.
With over 15 years of experience supporting people with mental health challenges, I understand that reaching out for help can feel difficult. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, stuck, or struggling with life changes, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, addiction, or the demands of caring for others. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted. Together, we will work at your pace to explore what is going on, develop healthy coping strategies, build self-awareness, and help you move towards greater confidence,
With over 15 years of experience supporting people with mental health challenges, I understand that reaching out for help can feel difficult. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, anxious, stuck, or struggling with life changes, trauma, grief, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, addiction, or the demands of caring for others. I offer a safe, supportive and non-judgmental space where you can feel heard, understood and accepted. Together, we will work at your pace to explore what is going on, develop healthy coping strategies, build self-awareness, and help you move towards greater confidence,
My clients tend to be thoughtful, reflective people who feel something in their lives is no longer working as it once did. They may be experiencing anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, or a sense of disconnection from themselves or others. Often they are navigating demanding work, identity questions, or the emotional shifts that come with parenting and major life transitions. They are usually looking for a space to think more deeply about their experiences, understand long-standing patterns, and move toward a more grounded and meaningful way of living.
My clients tend to be thoughtful, reflective people who feel something in their lives is no longer working as it once did. They may be experiencing anxiety, burnout, relationship difficulties, or a sense of disconnection from themselves or others. Often they are navigating demanding work, identity questions, or the emotional shifts that come with parenting and major life transitions. They are usually looking for a space to think more deeply about their experiences, understand long-standing patterns, and move toward a more grounded and meaningful way of living.
A space for you to share your life experiences.
You can disclose what you feel comfortable talking about at your own pace in a confidential, safe, private space. Many people come to therapy to help with current struggles or past experiences, but many also attend just to maintain a good mindset. Each person’s life experience is different and as we know sometimes it can be challenging, therefore talking can help to clear our minds, uncover our struggles, and understand our emotions. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be very rewarding. Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Looking forward to meeting you :)
A space for you to share your life experiences.
You can disclose what you feel comfortable talking about at your own pace in a confidential, safe, private space. Many people come to therapy to help with current struggles or past experiences, but many also attend just to maintain a good mindset. Each person’s life experience is different and as we know sometimes it can be challenging, therefore talking can help to clear our minds, uncover our struggles, and understand our emotions. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be very rewarding. Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Looking forward to meeting you :)
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing emotional dysregulation and overwhelm.
I specialise in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anxiety Disorders, emotional dysregulation, offering effective skills and tools to help you build a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.
My approach integrates Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment theory and Person Centred.
I work with adolescents and adults experiencing emotional dysregulation and overwhelm.
I specialise in Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), Anxiety Disorders, emotional dysregulation, offering effective skills and tools to help you build a life that feels more manageable and meaningful.
My approach integrates Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment theory and Person Centred.
I work with adolescents, adults and groups, creating a space that feels safe, genuine, and free from “therapy robot” energy.
If food, body image, bingeing, purging, restricting, or constant thoughts about eating are taking up too much space in your life, you are not alone and you are absolutely welcome here. I work closely with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image difficulties, anxiety, and trauma. Often, these struggles can feel exhausting, isolating, and honestly… a bit like your brain has become an unpaid full-time critic. Together, we work to quiet that noise, untangle unhelpful patterns, and build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food, your body and yourself.
I work with adolescents, adults and groups, creating a space that feels safe, genuine, and free from “therapy robot” energy.
If food, body image, bingeing, purging, restricting, or constant thoughts about eating are taking up too much space in your life, you are not alone and you are absolutely welcome here. I work closely with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image difficulties, anxiety, and trauma. Often, these struggles can feel exhausting, isolating, and honestly… a bit like your brain has become an unpaid full-time critic. Together, we work to quiet that noise, untangle unhelpful patterns, and build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food, your body and yourself.
I offer support to Adult clients and also Adolescents & their Parents.
I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist. I also hold a Higher Diploma in Addiction and an MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy. I have extensive experience in a wide variety of issues. I am deeply passionate about supporting all my clients especially adolescents and their parents as they attempt to navigate this essential developmental stage of life.
I offer support to Adult clients and also Adolescents & their Parents.
I am a qualified counsellor/psychotherapist. I also hold a Higher Diploma in Addiction and an MSc in Adolescent Psychotherapy. I have extensive experience in a wide variety of issues. I am deeply passionate about supporting all my clients especially adolescents and their parents as they attempt to navigate this essential developmental stage of life.
I provide consultation, individual therapy and ADHD and Autism assessments for adults and older teenagers.
Since graduating from my post-graduate degree, I have worked in Irish clinical psychological settings with children, adolescents and adults. My work focuses on supporting individuals to better understand themselves from both a psychological and holistic perspective, and to feel empowered to advocate for their needs.
I provide consultation, individual therapy and ADHD and Autism assessments for adults and older teenagers.
Since graduating from my post-graduate degree, I have worked in Irish clinical psychological settings with children, adolescents and adults. My work focuses on supporting individuals to better understand themselves from both a psychological and holistic perspective, and to feel empowered to advocate for their needs.
I'm a qualified psychotherapist (BSc) and trainee child & adolescent therapist (MA).
I am a trauma-informed, neurodiverse-affirming psychotherapist with lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, stress, or the impact of past experiences, you might feel stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on. I work with adults and young people, offering a compassionate space where connection and understanding are at the heart of my work. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and take steps towards meaningful change.
I'm a qualified psychotherapist (BSc) and trainee child & adolescent therapist (MA).
I am a trauma-informed, neurodiverse-affirming psychotherapist with lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, stress, or the impact of past experiences, you might feel stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on. I work with adults and young people, offering a compassionate space where connection and understanding are at the heart of my work. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and take steps towards meaningful change.
I also work with adolescents to help them address a wide range of challenges through evidence based approaches.
Sometimes life's challenges can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or even disconnected . I offer a safe non- judgemental space to work through these challenges and explore a deeper understanding of the self .
I also work with adolescents to help them address a wide range of challenges through evidence based approaches.
Sometimes life's challenges can leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed or even disconnected . I offer a safe non- judgemental space to work through these challenges and explore a deeper understanding of the self .
Specialist Trauma Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Adults- Integrative Arts Psychotherapy, Body Work, Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR) Specialist Attachment experience working with Adoptive Parents and Foster Carers.
I approach my work with the belief that with compassionate care and acceptance, no matter how challenging our early lives have been, we all have a capacity for transformation and the potential to live a more enriched and fulfilling life. I believe that helping people to recognise and believe in their worth enables them to be more resilient in the face of challenges and difficult emotional experiences and to be able to make self-supportive and affirming choices.
Specialist Trauma Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Adults- Integrative Arts Psychotherapy, Body Work, Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR) Specialist Attachment experience working with Adoptive Parents and Foster Carers.
I approach my work with the belief that with compassionate care and acceptance, no matter how challenging our early lives have been, we all have a capacity for transformation and the potential to live a more enriched and fulfilling life. I believe that helping people to recognise and believe in their worth enables them to be more resilient in the face of challenges and difficult emotional experiences and to be able to make self-supportive and affirming choices.
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- Ranelagh
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.
How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.
How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.
How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.