Domestic Abuse Counselling in Donaghmede

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Victoria Blackmore
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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, emotions, or the way they respond to life's challenges. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, people pleasing, a strong inner critic, or a sense that something hasn’t shifted, despite your efforts to move forward. Sometimes our past can continue to play out in the present until it is gently brought into awareness and processed.
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, emotions, or the way they respond to life's challenges. You may be struggling with anxiety, low mood, people pleasing, a strong inner critic, or a sense that something hasn’t shifted, despite your efforts to move forward. Sometimes our past can continue to play out in the present until it is gently brought into awareness and processed.
(01) 233 7063 x45 View (01) 233 7063 x45
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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
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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
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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

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Vasilija Plavc
Counsellor, APCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
My speciality is working with survivors of domestic violence & coercive control.
Whatever has brought you here, I want you to know that your experience is valid, and you do not have to carry it alone. Perhaps you are finding that the voice in your head has become your harshest critic, anxiety is spiralling, maybe you are having a hard time coping with a recent loss, or you have experienced a relationship where you felt small, abused or controlled. Therapy is a confidential, safe space to talk about your experiences. We will work at your pace and focus on what matters most to you in a way that feels comfortable and manageable.
My speciality is working with survivors of domestic violence & coercive control.
Whatever has brought you here, I want you to know that your experience is valid, and you do not have to carry it alone. Perhaps you are finding that the voice in your head has become your harshest critic, anxiety is spiralling, maybe you are having a hard time coping with a recent loss, or you have experienced a relationship where you felt small, abused or controlled. Therapy is a confidential, safe space to talk about your experiences. We will work at your pace and focus on what matters most to you in a way that feels comfortable and manageable.
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Simone Rauhut
Psychologist, MSc
Online Only
Together, we explore your challenges and develop a tailored plan to support meaningful change. Many clients begin to feel relief and greater clarity within the first few weeks, with deeper, lasting progress over time. I help clients facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship issues and more. I am available for short, long term and online therapy sessions In English and German. Over 12 years of experience of clinical practice in Ireland and Germany.
Together, we explore your challenges and develop a tailored plan to support meaningful change. Many clients begin to feel relief and greater clarity within the first few weeks, with deeper, lasting progress over time. I help clients facing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, trauma, and relationship issues and more. I am available for short, long term and online therapy sessions In English and German. Over 12 years of experience of clinical practice in Ireland and Germany.
0179 4661326 View 0179 4661326
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Robert Barton
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D06
I work with clients who may be struggling with domestic abuse, relationship issues, and self-esteem although I also work with stress, anxiety, anger, sexuality and spirituality related issues
I offer individual therapy online (teletherapy) and tailored to meet your specific needs.I deal with issues such as stress, anxiety, low self esteem, relationships (partner,family/friends/coworkers), sexuality, spirituality and work with you to help you develop self compassion and rediscover life with renewed meaning and purpose. I have three years experience working at different psychotherapy and counselling agencies both in person and online. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental and inclusive space for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
I work with clients who may be struggling with domestic abuse, relationship issues, and self-esteem although I also work with stress, anxiety, anger, sexuality and spirituality related issues
I offer individual therapy online (teletherapy) and tailored to meet your specific needs.I deal with issues such as stress, anxiety, low self esteem, relationships (partner,family/friends/coworkers), sexuality, spirituality and work with you to help you develop self compassion and rediscover life with renewed meaning and purpose. I have three years experience working at different psychotherapy and counselling agencies both in person and online. I am committed to providing a safe, non-judgemental and inclusive space for people of all sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions.
(01) 233 7903 x19 View (01) 233 7903 x19
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Henry Counselling Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Lucan, County Dublin K78
I believe in the power of healing. I believe in the power of therapy. I believe it can be very difficult to reach out and ask for help. I believe I can help, because I believe in peoples ability to change their lives for the better. I believe personal circumstances can make change seem a daunting task, but little by little, with the right support, it can be life changing. Why do I believe all these things? Because I was in a place where I needed healing and with the right person/people, I changed my life.
I believe in the power of healing. I believe in the power of therapy. I believe it can be very difficult to reach out and ask for help. I believe I can help, because I believe in peoples ability to change their lives for the better. I believe personal circumstances can make change seem a daunting task, but little by little, with the right support, it can be life changing. Why do I believe all these things? Because I was in a place where I needed healing and with the right person/people, I changed my life.
(01) 267 6603 x82 View (01) 267 6603 x82
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Caroline Conway
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D22
Do you feel that you have nowhere or nobody to talk to or to express your feelings to? Do you want the freedom to explore your thoughts in a safe place with a kind ear. Are you struggling or do you have worries that you cannot express to the ones closest to you? I work with clients that want to feel safe to explore and talk freely about what is happening for them. There are no judgements or criticisms in my work.
Do you feel that you have nowhere or nobody to talk to or to express your feelings to? Do you want the freedom to explore your thoughts in a safe place with a kind ear. Are you struggling or do you have worries that you cannot express to the ones closest to you? I work with clients that want to feel safe to explore and talk freely about what is happening for them. There are no judgements or criticisms in my work.
(01) 263 0393 x63 View (01) 263 0393 x63
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Counselling to Go
Counsellor, APCP
Serves Area
Online Counselling Help for: Trauma • Abuse • PTSD • Emotional Distress • Depression • Anxiety • Stress • Grief & Loss • Bereavement • Addictions • Bullying in the Workplace • Panic • Adjusting to Change • Medical Negligence • Personal Injury • Phobias • Sex & Intimacy • Postpartum Depression • Love & Relationships • Menopause • Attachment Issues • Prejudice & Discrimination • Parenting Alone • Family-Related Issues • Social Anxiety • Shame • Changes at Work • Victims of Crime • Racism • Pregnancy & Childbirth • Sexual Orientation • Worry • Social Phobia • Shame and more.
Karen has particular expertise in the areas of Domestic Violence and Divorce & Separation. She has over 12 years’ experience working in the domestic violence sector. Having also personally navigated the Irish court system during her own judicial separation, she is in a unique position to offer support to others on their own journey.
Online Counselling Help for: Trauma • Abuse • PTSD • Emotional Distress • Depression • Anxiety • Stress • Grief & Loss • Bereavement • Addictions • Bullying in the Workplace • Panic • Adjusting to Change • Medical Negligence • Personal Injury • Phobias • Sex & Intimacy • Postpartum Depression • Love & Relationships • Menopause • Attachment Issues • Prejudice & Discrimination • Parenting Alone • Family-Related Issues • Social Anxiety • Shame • Changes at Work • Victims of Crime • Racism • Pregnancy & Childbirth • Sexual Orientation • Worry • Social Phobia • Shame and more.
Karen has particular expertise in the areas of Domestic Violence and Divorce & Separation. She has over 12 years’ experience working in the domestic violence sector. Having also personally navigated the Irish court system during her own judicial separation, she is in a unique position to offer support to others on their own journey.
(01) 267 6681 x90 View (01) 267 6681 x90
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Karen Foran EMDR & Trauma Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc
Online Only
I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties such as workplace stress, health anxiety & interpersonal abuse.
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. I am IACP/BACP accredited. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
I have experience working with a wide range of difficulties such as workplace stress, health anxiety & interpersonal abuse.
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. I am IACP/BACP accredited. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
(01) 267 6675 x37 View (01) 267 6675 x37
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Dawn Brown
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Serves Area
With my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and professional accredited training in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling, I provide a compassionate, tailored approach to therapy. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction—including process addictions—and relationship challenges. My integrative approach fosters self-awareness, resilience, and personal growth, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
With my Bachelor of Science in Psychology and professional accredited training in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling, I provide a compassionate, tailored approach to therapy. I specialize in helping clients navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction—including process addictions—and relationship challenges. My integrative approach fosters self-awareness, resilience, and personal growth, creating a safe space for healing and transformation.
(01) 233 7903 x88 View (01) 233 7903 x88
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Ciara Orr
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dublin, County D03
My ideal client has experienced emotional pain or trauma, such as abuse, grief, or struggles with mental health.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma, abuse, and emotional struggles. My approach is integrative, combining psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and somatic techniques to support emotional and physical healing. I work with clients facing issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma
My ideal client has experienced emotional pain or trauma, such as abuse, grief, or struggles with mental health.
I specialize in helping individuals heal from trauma, abuse, and emotional struggles. My approach is integrative, combining psychodynamic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and somatic techniques to support emotional and physical healing. I work with clients facing issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and trauma
(01) 233 7180 x34 View (01) 233 7180 x34
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Patrick Plant
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Sandyford, County Dublin D18
I am bound and adhere to the ethical boundaries of my accrediting body and my own personal morals and ethics. I am a person with a lot of personal and professional experience which I bring to my practice enabling me to better understand client challenges, whatever they may be. My practice integrates a selection of modalities, concepts and theories which are adapted to each client individually.
I am bound and adhere to the ethical boundaries of my accrediting body and my own personal morals and ethics. I am a person with a lot of personal and professional experience which I bring to my practice enabling me to better understand client challenges, whatever they may be. My practice integrates a selection of modalities, concepts and theories which are adapted to each client individually.
(01) 267 6552 x58 View (01) 267 6552 x58
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Sharon French
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I provide support for a wide range of challenges that arise throughout life, such as grief, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety. Whether you're seeking short-term counselling or long-term psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you explore your inner strength and discover effective ways to manage personal problems. I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward self-discovery and self-healing.
I provide support for a wide range of challenges that arise throughout life, such as grief, trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety. Whether you're seeking short-term counselling or long-term psychotherapy, I am committed to helping you explore your inner strength and discover effective ways to manage personal problems. I am dedicated to guiding you on your journey toward self-discovery and self-healing.
089 600 3099 View 089 600 3099
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Marina Lynch
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Serves Area
Hello & welcome. Are you currently struggling in everyday life? Do you experience anxiety or depression, or the effects of childhood or adult adversity? As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I can provide a non-judgemental space to allow you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you, helping you make any changes you wish. I aim to help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
Hello & welcome. Are you currently struggling in everyday life? Do you experience anxiety or depression, or the effects of childhood or adult adversity? As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I can provide a non-judgemental space to allow you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you, helping you make any changes you wish. I aim to help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
(01) 230 8537 x87 View (01) 230 8537 x87
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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
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Rita Mooney - Positive Connections MIACP
Psychotherapist
Lucan, County Dublin K78
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.
089 617 3463 View 089 617 3463
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The Healing Mind
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
(01) 267 6527 x42 View (01) 267 6527 x42
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Catherine Cormican
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
3 Endorsed
Sandyford, County Dublin D18
I have experience supporting clients in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, grief, abuse, and work-related challenges.
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 have experience supporting clients in areas such as anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, grief, abuse, and work-related challenges.
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.
(01) 230 8537 x67 View (01) 230 8537 x67
Domestic Abuse Counsellors
What are the most effective ways to recover from domestic abuse?
Leaving an abusive relationship requires tremendous courage, so survivors in treatment should recognise that they have already completed the most important step. Still, the trauma of physical or emotional abuse can be difficult to process and overcome. Therapy can help survivors process trauma, grief, and difficult emotions, treat relevant mental health symptoms, and create a new framework for boundaries and relationships in the future. For some, support groups can also be an invaluable outlet for healing.

When should an individual seek help for domestic abuse?
Victims of intimate partner violence should seek help immediately. It can take substantial time, planning, energy, and courage to leave an abusive relationship, but starting the process—by seeking therapy, calling the domestic violence hotline, or simply confiding in a loved one—will help them get there. Those who have left abusive relationships but haven’t sought treatment can also greatly benefit from therapy to process and heal from the experience.

What are the consequences of staying in an abusive relationship?
Remaining in an abusive relationship has serious repercussions. In addition to the ongoing threat of physical danger and emotional abuse, research shows that intimate partner violence is associated with a range of mental health disorders including depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, and substance abuse. Therefore it’s important for individuals in an abusive relationship to seek help as soon as possible.

How can you get domestic abuse treatment for someone else?
It can be very complicated to identify and leave an abusive relationship; barriers include the threat of violence, financial instability, and family pressures. Those concerned about a loved one in an abusive relationship should talk to them about the situation, provide them with resources such as the domestic violence hotline, and introduce the idea of seeing a therapist due to their concern for the person’s safety and well-being.