Family Counselling in Donaghmede

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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
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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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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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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

More Therapists Nearby

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Bradly Molloy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
2 Endorsed
Dublin, County D02
Perhaps you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, or weighed down by depression. Maybe your relationships feel out of sync, or you're searching for deeper meaning in life. I work with individuals who are open to self-exploration and wish to create long-term change. It's difficult navigating life transitions or wrestling with unresolved patterns, but I'm here to support you in understanding yourself more and finding a path forward, with empathy, respect, and confidentiality in our work together.
Perhaps you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed by anxiety, or weighed down by depression. Maybe your relationships feel out of sync, or you're searching for deeper meaning in life. I work with individuals who are open to self-exploration and wish to create long-term change. It's difficult navigating life transitions or wrestling with unresolved patterns, but I'm here to support you in understanding yourself more and finding a path forward, with empathy, respect, and confidentiality in our work together.
(01) 592 4196 x82 View (01) 592 4196 x82
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This is Us Therapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dublin, County D09
My vision is to provide a safe space where people can come and be heard, for them to be met with compassion and empathy in a nonjudgmental environment.”
My vision is to provide a safe space where people can come and be heard, for them to be met with compassion and empathy in a nonjudgmental environment.”
(01) 263 0697 x61 View (01) 263 0697 x61
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Elaine Bowles
Psychotherapist, MSc, APPI
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D18
I am a fully Accredited Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist who works with adults. I believe that by providing a confidential and safe environment can allow an individual to speak freely about their life and/or psychical suffering. This important work can provide insight into one’s relationships, life experiences and lead to the easing of psychical suffering. I place the individual’s unconscious in a privileged position within the work and I believe that it is through speaking that understanding can come about and change can take place.
I am a fully Accredited Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist who works with adults. I believe that by providing a confidential and safe environment can allow an individual to speak freely about their life and/or psychical suffering. This important work can provide insight into one’s relationships, life experiences and lead to the easing of psychical suffering. I place the individual’s unconscious in a privileged position within the work and I believe that it is through speaking that understanding can come about and change can take place.
(01) 267 6527 x36 View (01) 267 6527 x36
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Clearview Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D11
People come to counselling for many different reasons, to explore experiences from their past, to work through present challenges, or to ease worries about the future. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome. We can work together to create a counselling journey that feels right for you. I offer a calm, supportive, and confidential space where you can talk openly and begin to grow and make positive changes at your own pace. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with your mental health, or simply need a safe place to be heard, I’d be very happy to support you. Please feel free to get in touch.
People come to counselling for many different reasons, to explore experiences from their past, to work through present challenges, or to ease worries about the future. Whatever brings you here, you are welcome. We can work together to create a counselling journey that feels right for you. I offer a calm, supportive, and confidential space where you can talk openly and begin to grow and make positive changes at your own pace. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, struggling with your mental health, or simply need a safe place to be heard, I’d be very happy to support you. Please feel free to get in touch.
(01) 267 6622 x96 View (01) 267 6622 x96
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Kiltypsychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Serves Area
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
(01) 592 4196 x38 View (01) 592 4196 x38
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Susan Halpin
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D01
Please see my bio on the Therapy Centre Website www.thetherapycentre.ie
Please see my bio on the Therapy Centre Website www.thetherapycentre.ie
(01) 267 6622 x17 View (01) 267 6622 x17
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U do U Therapy: Adults, Adolescents and Couples
Psychotherapist, MIACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My name is Paul O'Beirne. I am an integrative adult, adolescent and intimate partner Psychotherapist and Sex and Relationship Therapist (Sexologist). I am a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and a registered member of COSRT (College of Sex and Relationship Therapists). My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to enable those experiencing emotional dysregulation, concerning behavioural patterns and sexual functioning issues to be curious, explore, and develop awareness and techniques that can lead to positive personal and relational growth.
My name is Paul O'Beirne. I am an integrative adult, adolescent and intimate partner Psychotherapist and Sex and Relationship Therapist (Sexologist). I am a fully accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and a registered member of COSRT (College of Sex and Relationship Therapists). My aim is to provide a safe and non-judgmental space to enable those experiencing emotional dysregulation, concerning behavioural patterns and sexual functioning issues to be curious, explore, and develop awareness and techniques that can lead to positive personal and relational growth.
(01) 267 6570 x52 View (01) 267 6570 x52
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Dr. Bernadette Caffrey-Craig
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
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.
Within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Systemic framework, clients engage in a collaborative assessment in order to map out the story of their concerns and define individually-tailored therapy goals. My flexible approach facilitates and promotes active engagement in the process of change and achievement of positive results.
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.
Within a Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness and Systemic framework, clients engage in a collaborative assessment in order to map out the story of their concerns and define individually-tailored therapy goals. My flexible approach facilitates and promotes active engagement in the process of change and achievement of positive results.
(01) 267 6517 x24 View (01) 267 6517 x24
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Kim Elliott Therapy
Psychotherapist, MSc
Dublin, County D12
I aim to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to explore personal issues. Working from a humanistic and person centred ethos means I believe that all individuals hold the tools within to heal and grow. When we experience early adversity or difficult life events we can find ourselves at a loss, grappling with deep feelings of unhappiness. Sometimes we can become at war with ourselves . Issues such as low self esteem, anxiety and depression can arise. I work in a collaborative and empowering yet gentle way to accompany you on your journey of healing.
I aim to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to explore personal issues. Working from a humanistic and person centred ethos means I believe that all individuals hold the tools within to heal and grow. When we experience early adversity or difficult life events we can find ourselves at a loss, grappling with deep feelings of unhappiness. Sometimes we can become at war with ourselves . Issues such as low self esteem, anxiety and depression can arise. I work in a collaborative and empowering yet gentle way to accompany you on your journey of healing.
083 089 7377 View 083 089 7377
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Layla Shepherd
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dalkey, County Dublin A96
Are you starting to worry about or have been conscious about your drinking or some other form of unhealthy behaviour? Have you been trying to control it, but that's just making you think about it even more? Or are you simply done with alcohol and don't know how to stop? If this is the case, please get in touch. I am an addiction counsellor and art psychotherapist based in Dalkey. I know what it feels like to promise yourself you'll stop drinking, but then let yourself down. If you would like support in a non-judgemental place in order to address an unhealthy behaviour that is causing you problems in your life, I'm here.
Are you starting to worry about or have been conscious about your drinking or some other form of unhealthy behaviour? Have you been trying to control it, but that's just making you think about it even more? Or are you simply done with alcohol and don't know how to stop? If this is the case, please get in touch. I am an addiction counsellor and art psychotherapist based in Dalkey. I know what it feels like to promise yourself you'll stop drinking, but then let yourself down. If you would like support in a non-judgemental place in order to address an unhealthy behaviour that is causing you problems in your life, I'm here.
(01) 267 6675 x36 View (01) 267 6675 x36
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Fiona Grogan
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Dublin, County D02
There can be times in our lives when we feel lost, not know how to be in the world……when familiar patterns become obstacles and can result in feeling anxious, scared, or stuck. Therapy can be helpful in such a time.......a time of crisis, or a time of change. I provide a safe, compassionate space that allows you explore your current problems in a way that is right for you.
There can be times in our lives when we feel lost, not know how to be in the world……when familiar patterns become obstacles and can result in feeling anxious, scared, or stuck. Therapy can be helpful in such a time.......a time of crisis, or a time of change. I provide a safe, compassionate space that allows you explore your current problems in a way that is right for you.
(01) 267 6681 x52 View (01) 267 6681 x52
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Arina Suld
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals, couples, and people in open or non-traditional relationships who are navigating relationship difficulties, communication challenges, intimacy, identity exploration, emotional disconnection, and life transitions. I offer Couples Therapy, Relationship Counselling, Marriage Counselling, LGBTQIA+ and GSRD Affirmative Therapy in a warm, relational and non-judgemental space. My approach supports greater self-awareness, emotional connection, and more authentic ways of relating.
I work with individuals, couples, and people in open or non-traditional relationships who are navigating relationship difficulties, communication challenges, intimacy, identity exploration, emotional disconnection, and life transitions. I offer Couples Therapy, Relationship Counselling, Marriage Counselling, LGBTQIA+ and GSRD Affirmative Therapy in a warm, relational and non-judgemental space. My approach supports greater self-awareness, emotional connection, and more authentic ways of relating.
(01) 263 0697 x67 View (01) 263 0697 x67
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Raquel Dalcim
Psychologist, MA, MPSI
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D02
Hello! My name is Raquel Dalcim and I am a registered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), based in Dublin. With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit together, and to help you decide if you want to go ahead with therapy.
Hello! My name is Raquel Dalcim and I am a registered Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), based in Dublin. With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults. I offer a free 30 minute consultation to determine if we would be a good fit together, and to help you decide if you want to go ahead with therapy.
(01) 592 4196 x51 View (01) 592 4196 x51
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apctherapy
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D12
I'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC. Has your relationships at home or at work become distressing and painful. ?Are you feeling confused in understanding your partner, child’s or others challenging behaviour? Are you or your child experiencing episodes of anxiety? Lacking in confidence or has low self-esteem?Has feelings of depression or anger become a constant factor in life? Do you seek better ways to restore your inner well being? Do you need to communicate more effectively with your partner, teenager or others?
I'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC. Has your relationships at home or at work become distressing and painful. ?Are you feeling confused in understanding your partner, child’s or others challenging behaviour? Are you or your child experiencing episodes of anxiety? Lacking in confidence or has low self-esteem?Has feelings of depression or anger become a constant factor in life? Do you seek better ways to restore your inner well being? Do you need to communicate more effectively with your partner, teenager or others?
087 249 3878 View 087 249 3878
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Şeyda Uzunbay
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Dublin, County D08
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
(01) 267 6641 x76 View (01) 267 6641 x76
Family Therapy Counsellors
What issues does family therapy help with?
Family therapy can help families navigate the complex dynamics of family life, including communication challenges and recurring conflict between family members. A therapist can help family members identify dysfunctional patterns in communication and develop healthier ways of relating. Family therapy may also be helpful during major life transitions or stressful events that affect the family system, such as grief, divorce, trauma, relocation, or a serious illness. In some cases, family therapy can support families coping with specific mental health concerns such as anxiety, depression, alcohol or substance use disorders, and eating disorders. In these situations, therapy can provide education and support to family members, as well as to the individual with the mental health diagnosis.

How do I know if my family needs counselling?
Family therapy may be helpful if a family consistently struggles with conflict or communication in a way that affects daily life or relationships. It can also be beneficial when someone in the family is experiencing significant emotional or behavioural changes, such as a family member becoming aggressive, withdrawing, or struggling to cope after a traumatic event. Additionally, some concerns, such as addiction or eating disorders, may be especially important to address in the context of the family unit.

Who attends family counselling sessions?
Family counselling sessions are often attended by members of the immediate family, such as parents, caregivers, children, or siblings. However, other family members may attend when appropriate, including grandparents, stepparents, stepsiblings, or co-parents. Who attends may depend on the family’s needs, the therapist’s recommendations, and the goals of treatment.

Can family therapy be done online?
Family therapy can often be done online. Virtual sessions may be especially convenient when family members live in different locations, have busy schedules, or live in a rural area or part of the country where family therapists are less accessible. However, online therapy may not be the best fit for every family. In-person care may be more appropriate when there are safety concerns, severe conflict, limited privacy at home, or when young children have difficulty engaging through a screen.

What therapeutic approaches are used in family counselling?
Family therapy can take different forms, including systemic family therapy (exploring how individual actions affect the family), structural family therapy (uncovering the structure and relationship dynamics of the family unit), and attachment-based family therapy (focusing on how bonds between family members shape relationships). Family therapy may also include psychoeducation, which helps family members learn more about a mental health condition and how to respond to it more effectively.

How much does family therapy cost and is it covered by insurance?
Family therapy sessions, which typically last about 50 minutes to an hour, often range from around €75 to €150 or more, depending on factors such as location, therapist experience, session length, and practice setting. Family therapy often costs more than individual therapy because it involves multiple participants and more complex treatment planning. Publicly funded counselling or family support may be available through the HSE, community services, and schools, but access may be restricted by location or long wait times. As a result, many families pay privately or use private health insurance or employee assistance benefits, if available. Before starting therapy, it is important to confirm how you will pay for sessions, whether family therapy is covered, which provider types are eligible, whether a referral is required, and whether there are limits on the number of sessions.