Counselling in Dublin
My work as a counselling psychologist, involved training/education over decades with significant training in key clinical/acad competence. The combination has instilled in me a commitment2help clients frame&recognise experience; how We/You/I acknowledge&critically appraise struggles at varying stages in our lives/what we desire& aspire2/how we recognise/articulate opportunities/hurdles. My job is2transmit2u my transferable skills of knowledge, solely4your benefit-social freedom/equality in your encounters with the everyday world, involving your emotional health/wellbeing. To expand your critical awareness&interpret your life events.
My work as a counselling psychologist, involved training/education over decades with significant training in key clinical/acad competence. The combination has instilled in me a commitment2help clients frame&recognise experience; how We/You/I acknowledge&critically appraise struggles at varying stages in our lives/what we desire& aspire2/how we recognise/articulate opportunities/hurdles. My job is2transmit2u my transferable skills of knowledge, solely4your benefit-social freedom/equality in your encounters with the everyday world, involving your emotional health/wellbeing. To expand your critical awareness&interpret your life events.
Much of my experience to date has involved working with those who are trying to manage the impacts of anxiety, depression, minority stress, ableism and discrimination, addiction, difficult family dynamics, those who are survivors of abuse and trauma and those who are living with chronic illness.
As a queer, Autistic and ADHD therapist, I have a particular interest in working with clients who are neurodivergent and those who are part of the LGBTQIA+ communities.
Much of my experience to date has involved working with those who are trying to manage the impacts of anxiety, depression, minority stress, ableism and discrimination, addiction, difficult family dynamics, those who are survivors of abuse and trauma and those who are living with chronic illness.
As a queer, Autistic and ADHD therapist, I have a particular interest in working with clients who are neurodivergent and those who are part of the LGBTQIA+ communities.
I am a counsellor/psychotherapist working in private practice in Dublin. I am an accredited member of the Irish association for counselling and psychotherapy (IACP). I believe in each individual’s capacity to draw on their inner resources when navigating current difficulties. My aim is to encourage this by assisting clients to relate to their experience in new ways, with a view to living more freely. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, drawing on a range of therapeutic models including Psychodynamic, Person-centred, and existential.
I am a counsellor/psychotherapist working in private practice in Dublin. I am an accredited member of the Irish association for counselling and psychotherapy (IACP). I believe in each individual’s capacity to draw on their inner resources when navigating current difficulties. My aim is to encourage this by assisting clients to relate to their experience in new ways, with a view to living more freely. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, drawing on a range of therapeutic models including Psychodynamic, Person-centred, and existential.
I have been working as a psychologist for over 15 years, and throughout my journey, I’ve learned that empathy and providing a safe and welcoming environment are the most important tools for practicing this profession with excellence. I believe that each person brings unique needs that must be addressed with sensitivity and care.
I have been working as a psychologist for over 15 years, and throughout my journey, I’ve learned that empathy and providing a safe and welcoming environment are the most important tools for practicing this profession with excellence. I believe that each person brings unique needs that must be addressed with sensitivity and care.
Hello, my name is Dr Christina Power, I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in helping adults to manage significant life transitions and achieve their goals. I have over 18 years experience of working in mental health, including 14 years in the NHS. I have worked across a broad range of services supporting people presenting with emotional and psychological difficulties. My specialist areas of interest include anxiety disorders (generalised, social, phobia), gambling problems, trauma, neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism), and sleep difficulties. I offer a friendly approachable evidence based psychology practice.
Hello, my name is Dr Christina Power, I’m a Chartered Clinical Psychologist specialising in helping adults to manage significant life transitions and achieve their goals. I have over 18 years experience of working in mental health, including 14 years in the NHS. I have worked across a broad range of services supporting people presenting with emotional and psychological difficulties. My specialist areas of interest include anxiety disorders (generalised, social, phobia), gambling problems, trauma, neurodivergence (ADHD, Autism), and sleep difficulties. I offer a friendly approachable evidence based psychology practice.
Feeling low, anxious, over-analyzing, being detached, feeling lost, feeling guilty, having a strong critical voice, having relationship problems, being told you are over-sensitive-these are all issues we can look at in-depth. You may have a diagnosis but it is usually much more helpful to look at a formulation or map of your difficulties.
I am passionate about working with people who want to really understand what is contributing to their difficulties, and want to engage in experiential work to deeply address these. I specialise in Schema Therapy as it not only seeks to bring deep understanding, but also deep healing.
Feeling low, anxious, over-analyzing, being detached, feeling lost, feeling guilty, having a strong critical voice, having relationship problems, being told you are over-sensitive-these are all issues we can look at in-depth. You may have a diagnosis but it is usually much more helpful to look at a formulation or map of your difficulties.
I am passionate about working with people who want to really understand what is contributing to their difficulties, and want to engage in experiential work to deeply address these. I specialise in Schema Therapy as it not only seeks to bring deep understanding, but also deep healing.
IACP accredited psychotherapist working remotely or in-person in Dublin city centre. I work with a range of issues including but not limited to attachment, developmental trauma, gender, neurodiversity, sexuality, relationships, depression, psychedelic integration, and anxiety.
IACP accredited psychotherapist working remotely or in-person in Dublin city centre. I work with a range of issues including but not limited to attachment, developmental trauma, gender, neurodiversity, sexuality, relationships, depression, psychedelic integration, and anxiety.
Accredited therapist in Dublin 6 and online offering support for burnout, body image, sexual issues, and depression. I have a special interest in existential issues of meaning and purpose in life. I hold a Master's degree in psychotherapy and a Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School.
Prior to training as a psychotherapist, I completed a PhD in English literature, focusing on Irish writer James Joyce. I also worked for five years as a researcher with an advocacy organisation, carrying out research on students' mental health.
Accredited therapist in Dublin 6 and online offering support for burnout, body image, sexual issues, and depression. I have a special interest in existential issues of meaning and purpose in life. I hold a Master's degree in psychotherapy and a Higher Diploma in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School.
Prior to training as a psychotherapist, I completed a PhD in English literature, focusing on Irish writer James Joyce. I also worked for five years as a researcher with an advocacy organisation, carrying out research on students' mental health.
At Mau Therapy, I hold a strong belief in our capacity to heal and grow. Through our therapeutic journey together, you'll have the opportunity to delve deep within yourself, gaining a deeper understanding of your past and how it shapes your present. This understanding empowers you to make conscious choices about your future and the person you wish to become. Together, we uncover the layers of your identity, explore what holds significance for you, and release what no longer serves your growth. This process guides you towards a life that resonates with your authentic truth.
At Mau Therapy, I hold a strong belief in our capacity to heal and grow. Through our therapeutic journey together, you'll have the opportunity to delve deep within yourself, gaining a deeper understanding of your past and how it shapes your present. This understanding empowers you to make conscious choices about your future and the person you wish to become. Together, we uncover the layers of your identity, explore what holds significance for you, and release what no longer serves your growth. This process guides you towards a life that resonates with your authentic truth.
Life can be messy, uncertain, and sometimes overwhelming. Therapy isn’t about feeling better instantly; it’s about gradually facing what you’ve been avoiding, recognising and breaking patterns that no longer serve you, and discovering what truly matters to you.
Life can be messy, uncertain, and sometimes overwhelming. Therapy isn’t about feeling better instantly; it’s about gradually facing what you’ve been avoiding, recognising and breaking patterns that no longer serve you, and discovering what truly matters to you.
Elaine is passionate about helping individuals with anxiety-related issues regain a sense of safety and self-trust. Her approach supports clients in reducing cycles of reassurance-seeking by developing self-soothing skills and reconnecting with their own strength and needs, so they can live in a way that feels true to themselves.
Elaine specialises in working with anxiety-related concerns, including health anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, generalised anxiety disorder, relationship anxiety, and trauma. Her practice is neuro-affirming, offering a safe and inclusive space for exploration and growth.
Elaine is passionate about helping individuals with anxiety-related issues regain a sense of safety and self-trust. Her approach supports clients in reducing cycles of reassurance-seeking by developing self-soothing skills and reconnecting with their own strength and needs, so they can live in a way that feels true to themselves.
Elaine specialises in working with anxiety-related concerns, including health anxiety, social anxiety, panic attacks, generalised anxiety disorder, relationship anxiety, and trauma. Her practice is neuro-affirming, offering a safe and inclusive space for exploration and growth.
Rob has a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Integrative Psychotherapy (Dublin City University), is an accredited psychotherapist (MIACP) and transpersonal therapist. He is a graduate of the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) Graduate training in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
Rob has a Graduate Diploma in Counselling and Integrative Psychotherapy (Dublin City University), is an accredited psychotherapist (MIACP) and transpersonal therapist. He is a graduate of the California Institute of Integral Studies (CIIS) Graduate training in Psychedelic Assisted Therapy.
Therapy must firstly feel safe before it can be productive. To this end, I initially attempt to provide a sense of ease in counseling sessions. From there the conversation tends to reveal what you might like to get out of therapy- these goals can be anything at all: from wishing to feel less anxious, sad, irritable or troubled, to addressing relationship difficulties at home or at work, to trying to better understand a feeling of being unfulfilled, or to think or feel differently about the past. In many cases, the goal is to just to have a safe place to discuss anything at all in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.
Therapy must firstly feel safe before it can be productive. To this end, I initially attempt to provide a sense of ease in counseling sessions. From there the conversation tends to reveal what you might like to get out of therapy- these goals can be anything at all: from wishing to feel less anxious, sad, irritable or troubled, to addressing relationship difficulties at home or at work, to trying to better understand a feeling of being unfulfilled, or to think or feel differently about the past. In many cases, the goal is to just to have a safe place to discuss anything at all in a confidential, non-judgemental setting.
I am a fully accredited and qualified psychoanalytic psychotherapist. A background in healthcare in hospital settings and psychology. I am interested in patterns we engage in, that can become deeply rooted in and sometimes can feel ‘stuck’ in ones life. I am fully qualified and accredited. I am also Registered with the NMBI.
I favour exploring the often
unconscious meanings of these patterns that we play out in life, through the discussion of relationships, dreams, language and other areas as helpful in bringing issues to the surface especially in self-defeating behaviours that are often resistant to change.
MIFPP. MICP.
I am a fully accredited and qualified psychoanalytic psychotherapist. A background in healthcare in hospital settings and psychology. I am interested in patterns we engage in, that can become deeply rooted in and sometimes can feel ‘stuck’ in ones life. I am fully qualified and accredited. I am also Registered with the NMBI.
I favour exploring the often
unconscious meanings of these patterns that we play out in life, through the discussion of relationships, dreams, language and other areas as helpful in bringing issues to the surface especially in self-defeating behaviours that are often resistant to change.
MIFPP. MICP.
Carving out space for ourselves can be daunting - especially when life feels overwhelming. Therapy is a place where you can be heard, be quiet, be unsure, upset, confused, connected - whatever you need to be in that moment - offering relief, understanding and growth. I'm a pre-accredited psychotherapist who works with clients collaboratively to explore feelings of stress, anxiety, apathy, frustration and distress. I have broad experience including trauma, bereavement, work issues, relationship & fertility issues, and use an approach attuned to the needs of each client. Face-to-face, online and walk-&-talk sessions offered.
Carving out space for ourselves can be daunting - especially when life feels overwhelming. Therapy is a place where you can be heard, be quiet, be unsure, upset, confused, connected - whatever you need to be in that moment - offering relief, understanding and growth. I'm a pre-accredited psychotherapist who works with clients collaboratively to explore feelings of stress, anxiety, apathy, frustration and distress. I have broad experience including trauma, bereavement, work issues, relationship & fertility issues, and use an approach attuned to the needs of each client. Face-to-face, online and walk-&-talk sessions offered.
You’re about to take the first step on a journey, perhaps to find more joy in life, perhaps to untangle relationships, perhaps to understand yourself or others better. Whatever the reason, if we get to talk, I hope I can help you along the way. I understand that for some people, deciding to speak to a counsellor can be difficult. My aim is to provide you with a safe, confidential, and comfortable space; somewhere you can truly be you, secure in the knowledge that there is no judgement, but instead warmth, understanding, empathy and a friendly face.
You’re about to take the first step on a journey, perhaps to find more joy in life, perhaps to untangle relationships, perhaps to understand yourself or others better. Whatever the reason, if we get to talk, I hope I can help you along the way. I understand that for some people, deciding to speak to a counsellor can be difficult. My aim is to provide you with a safe, confidential, and comfortable space; somewhere you can truly be you, secure in the knowledge that there is no judgement, but instead warmth, understanding, empathy and a friendly face.
For more than twenty years I have walked the path of healing, weaving together the insights of psychotherapy with the wisdom of Body, Breath, and Spirit. My work is integrative, grounded in Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches, enriched by Somatic Experiencing, Reichian bodywork, Family Constellations, and Bioenergetics. It has also grown beyond the clinical, into a sacred space where esoteric spiritual teachings, crystals, and energy healing meet.
For more than twenty years I have walked the path of healing, weaving together the insights of psychotherapy with the wisdom of Body, Breath, and Spirit. My work is integrative, grounded in Psychodynamic and Humanistic approaches, enriched by Somatic Experiencing, Reichian bodywork, Family Constellations, and Bioenergetics. It has also grown beyond the clinical, into a sacred space where esoteric spiritual teachings, crystals, and energy healing meet.
I am an accredited therapist and clinical supervisor. I provide short term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy on a one to one basis in a confidential and safe environment including online. The process empowers you to explore issues and understand thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours which cause suffering and facilitates the safe space to achieve greater awareness, insight, healing and growth. I work using a Person-Centred Humanistic and Integrative approach to psychotherapy, drawing on Compassionate Inquiry, Polyvagal Theory, Psychodynamic theory, Somatic psychotherapy and CBT where appropriate.
I am an accredited therapist and clinical supervisor. I provide short term counselling and longer-term psychotherapy on a one to one basis in a confidential and safe environment including online. The process empowers you to explore issues and understand thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours which cause suffering and facilitates the safe space to achieve greater awareness, insight, healing and growth. I work using a Person-Centred Humanistic and Integrative approach to psychotherapy, drawing on Compassionate Inquiry, Polyvagal Theory, Psychodynamic theory, Somatic psychotherapy and CBT where appropriate.
If anxiety, people-pleasing or conflict avoidance are leaving you overwhelmed or stuck in relationship patterns, therapy can help. I offer a warm, grounded space where you can explore what’s really going on. Together we work to understand emotional triggers, develop regulation skills and help you reconnect with your own voice. Whether you're dealing with stress, self-doubt or repeating the same dynamics, I’ll support you to move toward something that feels more honest and right for you.
If anxiety, people-pleasing or conflict avoidance are leaving you overwhelmed or stuck in relationship patterns, therapy can help. I offer a warm, grounded space where you can explore what’s really going on. Together we work to understand emotional triggers, develop regulation skills and help you reconnect with your own voice. Whether you're dealing with stress, self-doubt or repeating the same dynamics, I’ll support you to move toward something that feels more honest and right for you.
HI, I'm Jo. As a Play Therapist and trainee Adolescent Psychotherapist I'm dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to explore and express their emotions. I understand verbalising feelings can be challenging for children. I'm a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in child and Adolescent mental health. I utilise various techniques such as art, storytelling, puppets, games, and sandtray to facilitate their expression in a child-friendly manner. This approach allows a deeper understanding of their experiences, assists in processing different emotions, to support growth and healing.
HI, I'm Jo. As a Play Therapist and trainee Adolescent Psychotherapist I'm dedicated to providing a safe and supportive environment for young people to explore and express their emotions. I understand verbalising feelings can be challenging for children. I'm a dedicated and compassionate therapist specializing in child and Adolescent mental health. I utilise various techniques such as art, storytelling, puppets, games, and sandtray to facilitate their expression in a child-friendly manner. This approach allows a deeper understanding of their experiences, assists in processing different emotions, to support growth and healing.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Dublin
600+
Average cost per session
€75
Counsellors in Dublin who prioritize treating:
| 88% | Anxiety |
| 79% | Depression |
| 76% | Self Esteem |
| 75% | Relationship Issues |
| 71% | Stress |
| 61% | Bereavement |
| 58% | Trauma and PTSD |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
| 90% | VHI |
| 89% | Laya |
| 85% | Irish Life |
How Counsellors in Dublin see their clients
| 83% | In Person and Online | |
| 17% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
| 73% | Female | |
| 26% | Male | |
| 1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Dublin?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, eircode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or eircode into the search bar.
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are accredited members of the main professional associations, mainly the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). Most Psychologists are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Ireland. Psychologists have earned a doctoral degree in psychology and many are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a doctoral degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the IACP or ICP, they must complete a minimum of an NFQ Level 7 programme with 100 hours of clinical experience and a minimum of 450 hours of post-training clinical experience under clinical supervision.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in Ireland could cost between €50 – €90 when seeing a counsellor and €75 - €120 or more when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your eircode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the IACP, the ICP, or PSI are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a child is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.