Depression Counselling in Donaghmede

Photo of Anne Marie Kelly (Brady), Psychotherapist, MIACP
Anne Marie Kelly (Brady)
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
My wish for each client is that they be well. Every client comes to therapy with different needs. With strong foundations in somatic, emotional and cognitive therapies, I also offer the swifter interventions of Hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming). Some clients want a quick fix, some want to explore and experience personal development. Some clients are top down, and others are bottom up. Some clients just need to talk, some don’t want to talk at all. Recognising these needs in how I work with each individual client is essential.
My wish for each client is that they be well. Every client comes to therapy with different needs. With strong foundations in somatic, emotional and cognitive therapies, I also offer the swifter interventions of Hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming). Some clients want a quick fix, some want to explore and experience personal development. Some clients are top down, and others are bottom up. Some clients just need to talk, some don’t want to talk at all. Recognising these needs in how I work with each individual client is essential.
(01) 267 6552 x56 View (01) 267 6552 x56
Photo of Kate Rooney, Psychotherapist, MIACP
Kate Rooney
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Donaghmede, County Dublin D13
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.
(01) 267 6595 x95 View (01) 267 6595 x95
Photo of Deimante Malisauskaite - Atvira Psychotherapy, Psychotherapist, MIACP
Atvira Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
5 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or finding it hard to navigate your emotions or relationship with food? You don't have to do this alone. I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood. My approach is integrative and psychodynamic, meaning I work with you at a deeper level to make sense of your experiences, while also drawing on evidence-based tools like CBT-E for eating disorders and trauma-informed interventions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or finding it hard to navigate your emotions or relationship with food? You don't have to do this alone. I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood. My approach is integrative and psychodynamic, meaning I work with you at a deeper level to make sense of your experiences, while also drawing on evidence-based tools like CBT-E for eating disorders and trauma-informed interventions.
(01) 233 7063 x24 View (01) 233 7063 x24
Photo of Linda Parsons, DCounsPsych
Linda Parsons
Verified Verified
Serves Area
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.
(01) 267 6552 x14 View (01) 267 6552 x14
Photo of Mairead Flanagan - Malahide Counselling & Holistic Therapy , Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Malahide Counselling & Holistic Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Discover the path to self-growth with Malahide Counselling! Located in Malahide village, Dublin, we offer professional and affordable counselling services for adults and adolescents. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment, guided by the highest ethical standards. Through our client-centered approach, we embark on a transformative journey together, exploring your inner world and empowering you to break free from unhelpful patterns. Let's create choices that align with your true self.
Discover the path to self-growth with Malahide Counselling! Located in Malahide village, Dublin, we offer professional and affordable counselling services for adults and adolescents. Our mission is to provide a safe and supportive environment, guided by the highest ethical standards. Through our client-centered approach, we embark on a transformative journey together, exploring your inner world and empowering you to break free from unhelpful patterns. Let's create choices that align with your true self.
(01) 267 6681 x61 View (01) 267 6681 x61
Photo of Victoria Blackmore, Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Victoria Blackmore
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
You might find yourself wondering, “why do I keep feeling this way?” or “why do I react like this, even when I don’t want to?” Hi, I’m Victoria. I work with people who feel stuck in patterns that don’t fully make sense, often in their self-worth, relationships or emotions. You may be experiencing anxiety or low mood, but also a deeper sense that something hasn’t shifted, despite your efforts to move forward. Being human can feel messy, especially if you’ve experienced past hurts or trauma. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and able to be yourself without judgement.
I work with adults who feel anxious, overwhelmed, depressed, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them.
You might find yourself wondering, “why do I keep feeling this way?” or “why do I react like this, even when I don’t want to?” Hi, I’m Victoria. I work with people who feel stuck in patterns that don’t fully make sense, often in their self-worth, relationships or emotions. You may be experiencing anxiety or low mood, but also a deeper sense that something hasn’t shifted, despite your efforts to move forward. Being human can feel messy, especially if you’ve experienced past hurts or trauma. I offer a calm, compassionate space where you can feel heard, understood, and able to be yourself without judgement.
(01) 233 7063 x45 View (01) 233 7063 x45

More Therapists Nearby

Photo of Pradeep Kumar Chadha, Psychiatrist
Pradeep Kumar Chadha
Psychiatrist
Malahide, County Dublin K36
I help people reduce or come off their psychotropic drugs for depression, anxiety, sleep issues, OCD, trauma and also with psychosis.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
I help people reduce or come off their psychotropic drugs for depression, anxiety, sleep issues, OCD, trauma and also with psychosis.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
(01) 267 6536 x99 View (01) 267 6536 x99
Photo of Susan McAteer, Psychologist, PsychD, MPSI
Susan McAteer
Psychologist, PsychD, MPSI
Dublin, County D02
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling depressed, anxious and overwhelmed.
Susan has a humanistic belief in change and growth throughout the lifespan. She works with a number of therapy models, like CBT and EFT, to achieve change. The goal in therapy is not to make life’s difficulties disappear but rather to improve coping and reduce distress. When coping improves, clients are free to focus on maximising their own potential.
Sometimes we find ourselves feeling depressed, anxious and overwhelmed.
Susan has a humanistic belief in change and growth throughout the lifespan. She works with a number of therapy models, like CBT and EFT, to achieve change. The goal in therapy is not to make life’s difficulties disappear but rather to improve coping and reduce distress. When coping improves, clients are free to focus on maximising their own potential.
(01) 267 6622 x43 View (01) 267 6622 x43
Photo of Muriel Louise Byrne, Psychotherapist, MIACP
Muriel Louise Byrne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
2 Endorsed
Dublin, County D07
As a therapist, I will offer a safe place where you can explore your issues and begin to understand your reactions to situations. With this understanding can come power, control and ultimately change. This will be a journey we take together with acceptance, curiosity and understanding.
As a therapist, I will offer a safe place where you can explore your issues and begin to understand your reactions to situations. With this understanding can come power, control and ultimately change. This will be a journey we take together with acceptance, curiosity and understanding.
(01) 267 6552 x95 View (01) 267 6552 x95
Photo of Rebecca Krist, Counsellor, MIACP
Rebecca Krist
Counsellor, MIACP
Dublin, County D14
I support individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficult or changing relationships, including family estrangement and no contact I offer a calm, supportive space to slow things down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and find a way forward.
My work is collaborative and flexible, tailored to your needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, suitable for both in-person and online settings. Together, we may gently move from analysing emotions to actually experiencing and processing them, using a blend of talking therapy, trauma-informed work, mindfulness, and somatic approaches.
I support individuals and couples with anxiety, depression, trauma, and difficult or changing relationships, including family estrangement and no contact I offer a calm, supportive space to slow things down, make sense of what you’re experiencing, and find a way forward.
My work is collaborative and flexible, tailored to your needs rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, suitable for both in-person and online settings. Together, we may gently move from analysing emotions to actually experiencing and processing them, using a blend of talking therapy, trauma-informed work, mindfulness, and somatic approaches.
(01) 233 7063 x53 View (01) 233 7063 x53
Photo of Kieran Patrick O'Meara, Counsellor, MA, APPI
Kieran Patrick O'Meara
Counsellor, MA, APPI
Dublin, County D02
Clients may use therapy to talk about distressing experiences they have recently or not so recently undergone, dilemmas or difficult decisions they find themselves faced with, or symptoms such as depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts and rituals, and some varieties of chronic pain for which there is no apparent medical cause.
I have had an interest in psychoanalysis both as a system of thought and as a form of therapy for many years. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy can be an enjoyable and intellectually fascinating way of getting to know one's own mind, as well as a way of bringing about change on a deep level. Treatment is fully confidential and non-judgemental.
Clients may use therapy to talk about distressing experiences they have recently or not so recently undergone, dilemmas or difficult decisions they find themselves faced with, or symptoms such as depression, anxiety, obsessive thoughts and rituals, and some varieties of chronic pain for which there is no apparent medical cause.
I have had an interest in psychoanalysis both as a system of thought and as a form of therapy for many years. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy can be an enjoyable and intellectually fascinating way of getting to know one's own mind, as well as a way of bringing about change on a deep level. Treatment is fully confidential and non-judgemental.
(01) 267 6536 x72 View (01) 267 6536 x72
Photo of Marina Lynch, Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Marina Lynch
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Serves Area
Do you experience anxiety or depression, or the effects of childhood or adult adversity?
I have much experience working with people who have suffered traumatic events in life. I have vast practice in supporting people who suffer with issues such as anxiety, depression & many more. I use my training in Polyvagal Theory, the human nervous system, somatic healing work & IFS to help me make individualised treatment plans for my clients.
Do you experience anxiety or depression, or the effects of childhood or adult adversity?
I have much experience working with people who have suffered traumatic events in life. I have vast practice in supporting people who suffer with issues such as anxiety, depression & many more. I use my training in Polyvagal Theory, the human nervous system, somatic healing work & IFS to help me make individualised treatment plans for my clients.
(01) 230 8537 x87 View (01) 230 8537 x87
Photo of Adeline Roche, Psychotherapist, MSc
Adeline Roche
Psychotherapist, MSc
Dublin, County D13
I treat adults (18+) with common mental health problems including Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I can support with a range of problems including but not limited to stress, sleep problems, anxiety disorders, phobias, depression and low self-esteem. My goal is to provide you with coping strategies as well as a thorough understanding of how your problem developed so that you are well equipped for future challenges as well as the current problem.
I treat adults (18+) with common mental health problems including Depression, Anxiety, Phobias, Stress, Panic Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
I can support with a range of problems including but not limited to stress, sleep problems, anxiety disorders, phobias, depression and low self-esteem. My goal is to provide you with coping strategies as well as a thorough understanding of how your problem developed so that you are well equipped for future challenges as well as the current problem.
(01) 267 6595 x89 View (01) 267 6595 x89
Photo of Dr. Bernadette Caffrey-Craig, Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Dr. Bernadette Caffrey-Craig
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
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.
(01) 267 6517 x24 View (01) 267 6517 x24
Photo of Bernadette Acton, Psychotherapist, MIACP
Bernadette Acton
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I work with individuals who are struggling with a range of issues including anxiety , depression, relationship problems and self confidence.
I work with clients from a place of compassion and respecting where the client maybe at. I help work through difficult issues with clients and seeing the changes happen in therapy allows me to be grateful to be part of clients journey. I really love helping clients reach their full potential and overcome any barriers to happiness.
I work with individuals who are struggling with a range of issues including anxiety , depression, relationship problems and self confidence.
I work with clients from a place of compassion and respecting where the client maybe at. I help work through difficult issues with clients and seeing the changes happen in therapy allows me to be grateful to be part of clients journey. I really love helping clients reach their full potential and overcome any barriers to happiness.
(01) 267 6603 x51 View (01) 267 6603 x51
Photo of Maureen Levy, Psychotherapist, MIACP
Maureen Levy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Dublin, County D02
My clients want to increase their strength and resilience in the face of difficult times. They want to learn how to best manage in the face of adversity, and challenge their own blocks. They can be from any walk of life or any orientation.They've reached a point where they feel that they need support and a safe non judgemental space to explore both their own selves and their lives. They may be struggling with their identity for some reason : Adoption, identity issues, bereavement & loss, they have family difficulties, and are commited to positive a change.
My clients want to increase their strength and resilience in the face of difficult times. They want to learn how to best manage in the face of adversity, and challenge their own blocks. They can be from any walk of life or any orientation.They've reached a point where they feel that they need support and a safe non judgemental space to explore both their own selves and their lives. They may be struggling with their identity for some reason : Adoption, identity issues, bereavement & loss, they have family difficulties, and are commited to positive a change.
(01) 267 6681 x47 View (01) 267 6681 x47
Photo of Damien McCaul, Counsellor, MIACP
Damien McCaul
Counsellor, MIACP
Dublin, County D09
If you're struggling with your mental health I can help. I have years of experience working with anxiety, low mood, poor self esteem, bereavement, relationship problems, anger issues, stress, bullying, work issues, and more. I have weekday, evening and weekend sessions available. Please feel free to get in touch for more information.
If you're struggling with your mental health I can help. I have years of experience working with anxiety, low mood, poor self esteem, bereavement, relationship problems, anger issues, stress, bullying, work issues, and more. I have weekday, evening and weekend sessions available. Please feel free to get in touch for more information.
(01) 267 6536 x50 View (01) 267 6536 x50
Photo of Michelle Franca - Dublin Mind Clinic, Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Dublin Mind Clinic
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D08
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for Teen and Adult ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Gut And Psychological Syndrome (GAPS) Nutrition, and Medical Advisory, all in the same place.
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for Teen and Adult ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Gut And Psychological Syndrome (GAPS) Nutrition, and Medical Advisory, all in the same place.
(061) 572 524 x56 View (061) 572 524 x56
Starlight Psychotherapy
Counsellor
Skerries, County Dublin K34
Low Cost Counselling Service Our affordable counselling service is now available for adult clients. This service is provided by senior trainee or pre-accredited therapists who have attained the required standard of training and receive regular clinical supervision and support. Availability is limited, please call to enquire.
Low Cost Counselling Service Our affordable counselling service is now available for adult clients. This service is provided by senior trainee or pre-accredited therapists who have attained the required standard of training and receive regular clinical supervision and support. Availability is limited, please call to enquire.
(061) 572 524 x48 View (061) 572 524 x48
Photo of Norma O'Sullivan - Dr Norma O'Sullivan Psychology Services, Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Dr Norma O'Sullivan Psychology Services
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
I have specialist experience working with a range of needs and issues across the lifespan, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, attachment issues, eating disorders, chronic health conditions, life changes and transitions, emotional dysregulation, self harm, suicide, OCD, ADHD, and Autism.
With every client, I work in a collaborative and client centred way to help explore and address the needs or difficulties you identify in a way that’s helpful for you. Working in partnership to empower you around your own needs and goals is central to the way I work.
I have specialist experience working with a range of needs and issues across the lifespan, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, attachment issues, eating disorders, chronic health conditions, life changes and transitions, emotional dysregulation, self harm, suicide, OCD, ADHD, and Autism.
With every client, I work in a collaborative and client centred way to help explore and address the needs or difficulties you identify in a way that’s helpful for you. Working in partnership to empower you around your own needs and goals is central to the way I work.
(01) 267 6622 x21 View (01) 267 6622 x21
Depression Counsellors
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognise and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.

What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.

What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioural activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.

Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.

How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.