Art Therapy Counselling in Dublin
Using best practices from CBT for counselling, Schema Therapy and Art Therapy you will gain clarity and find peace of mind.
Are you dealing with relationship problems, burnout or work-related stress? These challenges can be overwhelming and impact your overall well-being and productivity. If you want to create loving relationships, boost your resilience and learn to react to challenges in a new way, you're in the right place.
Using best practices from CBT for counselling, Schema Therapy and Art Therapy you will gain clarity and find peace of mind.
Are you dealing with relationship problems, burnout or work-related stress? These challenges can be overwhelming and impact your overall well-being and productivity. If you want to create loving relationships, boost your resilience and learn to react to challenges in a new way, you're in the right place.
I work with children and adults. As an Art Psychotherapist, I'll use art as a medium to enable clients to communicate in a safe environment and to help them reflect on emotional issues and gain confidence and self-awareness. I use a client centred approach and therefore I would use a variety of treatments to help the client in their therapeutic journey. I am also a qualified EMDR therapist, specialising in TRAUMA. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I work with children and adults. As an Art Psychotherapist, I'll use art as a medium to enable clients to communicate in a safe environment and to help them reflect on emotional issues and gain confidence and self-awareness. I use a client centred approach and therefore I would use a variety of treatments to help the client in their therapeutic journey. I am also a qualified EMDR therapist, specialising in TRAUMA. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) is a psychotherapy that enables people to heal from the symptoms and emotional distress that are the result of disturbing life experiences.
I include journalling, art and dream work if useful, to complement our work together.
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.
I include journalling, art and dream work if useful, to complement our work together.
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.
Sometimes art or creative process may be introduced to help express and process what emerges.
When things feel too much it is hard to respond creatively to life's challenges. Our natural tendency is to seek safety in the known and we may fall into old defensive patterns. This can be at the he art of a feeling of stuck-ness in our lives and may show up in anxiety, depression, anger, relationship difficulties, and the feeling that life is more of a struggle than it needs to be. Mindfulness based psychotherapy offers a non-judgemental exploration of feelings, thoughts and perceptions in present moment, and allows a reflection on what may no longer be helpful.
Sometimes art or creative process may be introduced to help express and process what emerges.
When things feel too much it is hard to respond creatively to life's challenges. Our natural tendency is to seek safety in the known and we may fall into old defensive patterns. This can be at the he art of a feeling of stuck-ness in our lives and may show up in anxiety, depression, anger, relationship difficulties, and the feeling that life is more of a struggle than it needs to be. Mindfulness based psychotherapy offers a non-judgemental exploration of feelings, thoughts and perceptions in present moment, and allows a reflection on what may no longer be helpful.
I have seen the benefits of using art and talk therapy as a way of guiding clients back to their internal world after many years ignoring themselves and focusing on others.
Hello, my name is Ciara McKeown, Art Therapist and owner of Unfurl Art Therapy. I am a fully qualified therapist with an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Art Therapy. Clients come to me who are grieving, feeling depressed, anxious, or don't know what they feel but know something isn't right. I also work with clients entangled in toxic relationships, particularly Narcissistic Abuse. Often these clients feel stuck. We work together to get them unstuck!
I have seen the benefits of using art and talk therapy as a way of guiding clients back to their internal world after many years ignoring themselves and focusing on others.
Hello, my name is Ciara McKeown, Art Therapist and owner of Unfurl Art Therapy. I am a fully qualified therapist with an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Art Therapy. Clients come to me who are grieving, feeling depressed, anxious, or don't know what they feel but know something isn't right. I also work with clients entangled in toxic relationships, particularly Narcissistic Abuse. Often these clients feel stuck. We work together to get them unstuck!
Helen Therese Roberts
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D12
Hello, I am Helen. I am an IACP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor with 10 years of experience. I work with adults, children, adolescents and couples. I have advanced training in art therapy, anxiety, and cognitive behavioral therapy and children mindfulness. I am passionate about supporting clients embarking on a journey of healing in a non judgemental safe environment. I use a culmination of counselling approaches such as person centred, humanistic and integrative to support my clients, and develop coping strategies To be utilised In moments of anxiety and distress
Hello, I am Helen. I am an IACP accredited psychotherapist and counsellor with 10 years of experience. I work with adults, children, adolescents and couples. I have advanced training in art therapy, anxiety, and cognitive behavioral therapy and children mindfulness. I am passionate about supporting clients embarking on a journey of healing in a non judgemental safe environment. I use a culmination of counselling approaches such as person centred, humanistic and integrative to support my clients, and develop coping strategies To be utilised In moments of anxiety and distress
Aoife Cassidy
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D08
Waitlist for new clients
Fern Therapy was set-up by Aoife Cassidy (MSc, MFA, Dip., CCTP, Pre-Accredited Member IACP), who has trained and worked in the therapeutic field for over 15 years. Aoife has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Aoife holds a Clinical MSc in Child and Adolescent Art Psychotherapy from the University of Dublin and Mater CAMHS, Dublin. Aoife also holds a Dip. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Practitioners Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Additionally, Aoife has specialised in the treatment of trauma, and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
Fern Therapy was set-up by Aoife Cassidy (MSc, MFA, Dip., CCTP, Pre-Accredited Member IACP), who has trained and worked in the therapeutic field for over 15 years. Aoife has extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults and families. Aoife holds a Clinical MSc in Child and Adolescent Art Psychotherapy from the University of Dublin and Mater CAMHS, Dublin. Aoife also holds a Dip. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Practitioners Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy. Additionally, Aoife has specialised in the treatment of trauma, and is a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional.
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.
Both internships offered psychotherapeutic intervention using Art psychotherapy for service users presenting with trauma-related symptoms, attachment deficits, depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation and loss.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
Both internships offered psychotherapeutic intervention using Art psychotherapy for service users presenting with trauma-related symptoms, attachment deficits, depression, anxiety, ADHD, separation and loss.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
Dr. Renata Fernandes de Oliveira
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist of The Psychological Society of Ireland. Passionate about people and skilled in Psychology, Psychiatry and Mental Health. Experienced in inpatient and outpatient care consulting patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-harm and suicide ideation, psychosis, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and eating disorders.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist of The Psychological Society of Ireland. Passionate about people and skilled in Psychology, Psychiatry and Mental Health. Experienced in inpatient and outpatient care consulting patients with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, self-harm and suicide ideation, psychosis, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, and eating disorders.
Retired in Jan 2024 - Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D02
Ines helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. I offer Online Counselling for Adolescents and Adults. As it is difficult to see young children for play therapy via online video call I offer Online Parent Support Sessions. Please send me an email or call me for an initial talk. Ines is an accredited Adult Psychotherapist as well as an accredited Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist.
Ines helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions or behaviour. I offer Online Counselling for Adolescents and Adults. As it is difficult to see young children for play therapy via online video call I offer Online Parent Support Sessions. Please send me an email or call me for an initial talk. Ines is an accredited Adult Psychotherapist as well as an accredited Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist.
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Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D12
My training through the humanistic integrative psychotherapy model allows me to draw from diverse approaches to tailor my interventions to the unique needs and preferences of my clients, fostering a holistic and client-centred therapeutic experience. Through our work my aim is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. Counselling will provide you with an opportunity to explore, understand and clarify ways of living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. My role is to help facilitate your growth, whilst respecting your values, personal resources, and capacity for self-determination.
My training through the humanistic integrative psychotherapy model allows me to draw from diverse approaches to tailor my interventions to the unique needs and preferences of my clients, fostering a holistic and client-centred therapeutic experience. Through our work my aim is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. Counselling will provide you with an opportunity to explore, understand and clarify ways of living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. My role is to help facilitate your growth, whilst respecting your values, personal resources, and capacity for self-determination.
Sarah Keena Healing
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D16 (Online Only)
My passion is encouraging & empowering women: Helping women to recognise their own strengths and heal the trauma that has been holding them back. Gentle self-exploration and prioritising the relationship with self are key aspects of my way of working. I strive to provide a professional, holistic relationship that is free from shame and judgement. Visit my website for more information.
My passion is encouraging & empowering women: Helping women to recognise their own strengths and heal the trauma that has been holding them back. Gentle self-exploration and prioritising the relationship with self are key aspects of my way of working. I strive to provide a professional, holistic relationship that is free from shame and judgement. Visit my website for more information.
Siobhan Elizabeth Hegarty
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D05 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.
Paula Coughlan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D02 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unable to focus? Are you feeling worried or having low-energy days too often? Or do you want more for your life? Please contact me today for support. I specialise in working with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved childhood issues and trauma. I will work with you to create the life you really want.
Are you feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or unable to focus? Are you feeling worried or having low-energy days too often? Or do you want more for your life? Please contact me today for support. I specialise in working with clients struggling with stress, anxiety, depression, or unresolved childhood issues and trauma. I will work with you to create the life you really want.
The fact that you are actively searching for a Psychologist is the first step. Struggling alone is the difficult p art. I am here for you to help you through this challenging time. I do not believe there is a single human being who does not face a significant challenge at some stage in their lives, so you are not alone. Whatever you are currently dealing with, I offer you my time, support and guidance to help you through this. I have worked with clients since 2008 in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, The Caribbean and the US and tailor my approach to suit each individual. I look forward to meeting you.
The fact that you are actively searching for a Psychologist is the first step. Struggling alone is the difficult p art. I am here for you to help you through this challenging time. I do not believe there is a single human being who does not face a significant challenge at some stage in their lives, so you are not alone. Whatever you are currently dealing with, I offer you my time, support and guidance to help you through this. I have worked with clients since 2008 in Europe, the Middle East, Asia, The Caribbean and the US and tailor my approach to suit each individual. I look forward to meeting you.
Creative Counselling
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D07
I am not taking on new clients at the moment but will update my profile when I am.
I am not taking on new clients at the moment but will update my profile when I am.
I welcome all clients regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Clients who have experienced traumatic episodes in their life. Clients who have felt they have always been on their own. They may have always felt that they have had no one to protect them, never felt loved or nurtured. Clients who feel they are totally disconnected with who they are. Such clients may feel they are totally lost and have no direction in their life. I welcome all such clients to my practice. Together we will find the reconnection to Self and in doing so find a purpose and goal in life.
I welcome all clients regardless of gender or sexual orientation. Clients who have experienced traumatic episodes in their life. Clients who have felt they have always been on their own. They may have always felt that they have had no one to protect them, never felt loved or nurtured. Clients who feel they are totally disconnected with who they are. Such clients may feel they are totally lost and have no direction in their life. I welcome all such clients to my practice. Together we will find the reconnection to Self and in doing so find a purpose and goal in life.
Ireland's first transgender psychotherapist -views Love and Responsibility as two cornerstones of human existence. Rhea is a fully-accredited psychotherapist. Rhea is an integrative, person-centred psychotherapist who favours an existential-humanistic approach. Rhea believes that a genuine client-therapist relationship is essential to the therapeutic process. She views Love and Responsibility as two cornerstones of human existence and has helped countless people to better themselves with her unique, practical, creative, deep-diving approach to psychotherapy.
Ireland's first transgender psychotherapist -views Love and Responsibility as two cornerstones of human existence. Rhea is a fully-accredited psychotherapist. Rhea is an integrative, person-centred psychotherapist who favours an existential-humanistic approach. Rhea believes that a genuine client-therapist relationship is essential to the therapeutic process. She views Love and Responsibility as two cornerstones of human existence and has helped countless people to better themselves with her unique, practical, creative, deep-diving approach to psychotherapy.
Therapy comes from the latin word to unburden yourself. As we go through life, we might do things that we are not proud of or find ourselves in situations that are extremely stressful or heartbreaking. Holding all of that inside is very heavy and difficult and can make us feel horrible. Sometimes we might not even know why we feel so bad. Especially when it comes to how we view ourselves or behave in relationships. There are ways to make things better. At d9 therapy and wellness, we can offer the support to help you get through whatever you're going through.
Therapy comes from the latin word to unburden yourself. As we go through life, we might do things that we are not proud of or find ourselves in situations that are extremely stressful or heartbreaking. Holding all of that inside is very heavy and difficult and can make us feel horrible. Sometimes we might not even know why we feel so bad. Especially when it comes to how we view ourselves or behave in relationships. There are ways to make things better. At d9 therapy and wellness, we can offer the support to help you get through whatever you're going through.
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How does art therapy work?
The process of making art allows people to express themselves. Art-making can take many forms, such as painting, collage, or sculpting. The therapist asks questions that the work elicits, such as how the person felt while creating their piece, or if any memories surfaced that they can discuss. The therapist will then work with the patient to process their experience, understand themselves better, and work toward change.
Does art therapy help with trauma?
Art therapy can be a valuable treatment option for those suffering from trauma. Traumatic experiences such as combat, rape, or childhood abuse can be so painful that articulating them can be too scary or painful; creating art allows people to express themselves without words, and tell their story in a different way. The physical nature of creating art can also help people feel rooted in the body, which may benefit those who feel disconnected from their body in the aftermath of trauma.
How long does art therapy last?
The duration of art therapy varies, but a common length for treatment is 10 to 15 weekly sessions. Some people may see improvement in just a few weeks, while others may choose to remain in therapy longer term. Patients should periodically discuss their goals with their therapist to make sure the two are aligned on process and progress.
What are the limitations of art therapy?
Art therapy is helpful for many people, but a limitation is that it doesn’t have as robust an evidence base as other forms of therapy, such as cognitive behavioural therapy or acceptance and commitment therapy. The evidence on art therapy is mixed; some research demonstrates its benefits, while other research suggests that it has little impact on patients.