Borderline Personality (BPD) Counselling in Dublin

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Naomi Quinn
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I offer a warm, affirming, and collaborative space for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism), OCD and BPD.
I also work with clients navigating chronic or invisible illnesses (such as endometriosis - a condition that is often misunderstood and under-supported). I have further training in Perinatal Mental Health, Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy, and EMDR.
I offer a warm, affirming, and collaborative space for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism), OCD and BPD.
I also work with clients navigating chronic or invisible illnesses (such as endometriosis - a condition that is often misunderstood and under-supported). I have further training in Perinatal Mental Health, Neurodiversity Affirming Therapy, and EMDR.
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Amy Kirwan
Psychotherapist, MA
Dublin, County D02
Amy offers a non judgemental, empathetic approach to her clients. Amy understands that the individual can suffer a combination of difficulties and works psychoanalytically. Amy is a fully accredited member of IFPP, ICP, NAPCP and graduate member of PSI, APPI. Amy has extensive experience in clinical, educational, rehabilitation and social care settings. Amy attends and contributes in regular workshops, educational seminars and ongoing CPD training. Amy’s practice is underpinned by the ethics of psychoanalysis and focuses in particular on the unconscious mind.
Amy offers a non judgemental, empathetic approach to her clients. Amy understands that the individual can suffer a combination of difficulties and works psychoanalytically. Amy is a fully accredited member of IFPP, ICP, NAPCP and graduate member of PSI, APPI. Amy has extensive experience in clinical, educational, rehabilitation and social care settings. Amy attends and contributes in regular workshops, educational seminars and ongoing CPD training. Amy’s practice is underpinned by the ethics of psychoanalysis and focuses in particular on the unconscious mind.
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Siobhán Logan Counselling Kildare Services
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Siobhan is a fully certified EMDR, CBT, DBT and ACT therapist. She is a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). She is a Bachelor of Science qualified Humanistic & Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. She works in the Naas and Kilcullen areas of County Kildare. Siobhan is a qualified Acceptance and Commitment Therapist. She has a level 9 Cert in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) working with children and adolescents She works with her Clients using Talk Therapy integrated with Creative Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Siobhan has a great interest in Adolescents and Adults.
Siobhan is a fully certified EMDR, CBT, DBT and ACT therapist. She is a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). She is a Bachelor of Science qualified Humanistic & Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. She works in the Naas and Kilcullen areas of County Kildare. Siobhan is a qualified Acceptance and Commitment Therapist. She has a level 9 Cert in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) working with children and adolescents She works with her Clients using Talk Therapy integrated with Creative Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT). Siobhan has a great interest in Adolescents and Adults.
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Andrea McLoughlin
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
You've taken the first step by seeking help in what could be the most important journey of your life. It can be nerve-racking thinking about sitting in front of a stranger and telling them about yourself. What if they judge you? What if they don't believe you? What if it doesn't work? These are common fears, and I've had them myself when I first started therapy. When we work together, our relationship will be one built on trust, confidentiality, and without judgment.
You've taken the first step by seeking help in what could be the most important journey of your life. It can be nerve-racking thinking about sitting in front of a stranger and telling them about yourself. What if they judge you? What if they don't believe you? What if it doesn't work? These are common fears, and I've had them myself when I first started therapy. When we work together, our relationship will be one built on trust, confidentiality, and without judgment.
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Beatriz Costa de Moraes
Counsellor, MSc, NAPCP
2 Endorsed
Dublin, County D09
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.
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Fairview Therapy Centre
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Dublin, County D03
Evelyn's operates a private practice as a Psychotherapist and Supervisor. She has over 19 years working as a psychotherapist in various primary care, community and NGO settings. Evelyn is skilled in working with adults on a range of psychological and emotional difficulties using a psycho-dynamic, psychoanalytic approach. Evelyn helps clients address mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, trauma, workplace performance, sexuality, sexual abuse. Through exploring these issues, Evelyn helps clients make sense and meaning of their symptoms thus lessening psychological distress.
Evelyn's operates a private practice as a Psychotherapist and Supervisor. She has over 19 years working as a psychotherapist in various primary care, community and NGO settings. Evelyn is skilled in working with adults on a range of psychological and emotional difficulties using a psycho-dynamic, psychoanalytic approach. Evelyn helps clients address mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, relationships, stress, trauma, workplace performance, sexuality, sexual abuse. Through exploring these issues, Evelyn helps clients make sense and meaning of their symptoms thus lessening psychological distress.
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Agnieszka Maria Kulczycka-Dopiera
Psychotherapist, PhD, MIACP
Online Only
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, a psychologist (PhD) and IACP-accredited psychotherapist. I practice an integrative therapeutic approach, tailoring my methods to meet the unique needs of each individual. With experience in both Ireland and Poland, I have a deep appreciation for working with people from diverse nationalities and cultures. I prioritize regular supervision—both group and individual—to enhance my practice continually. I see it as a privilege to accompany you on your psychotherapy journey. If you’re interested in exploring therapy with me, please visit my website at kulczycka.eu/en/ and feel free to reach out.
Hello, I’m Agnieszka, a psychologist (PhD) and IACP-accredited psychotherapist. I practice an integrative therapeutic approach, tailoring my methods to meet the unique needs of each individual. With experience in both Ireland and Poland, I have a deep appreciation for working with people from diverse nationalities and cultures. I prioritize regular supervision—both group and individual—to enhance my practice continually. I see it as a privilege to accompany you on your psychotherapy journey. If you’re interested in exploring therapy with me, please visit my website at kulczycka.eu/en/ and feel free to reach out.
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Orla Whelan
Psychotherapist, ICP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D06
Orla's practice is centred on adolescents and adults. She has over fifteen years experience and has worked and trained in different clinical settings which include Student College services in Trinity College, working with children in foster care private practise. Orla also works with people who are experiencing SI, self-harming or have experienced loss due to suicide. The aim of psychotherapy is to help an individual identify and change troubling emotions and behaviours in a supportive non-judgemental and safe enviroment.
Orla's practice is centred on adolescents and adults. She has over fifteen years experience and has worked and trained in different clinical settings which include Student College services in Trinity College, working with children in foster care private practise. Orla also works with people who are experiencing SI, self-harming or have experienced loss due to suicide. The aim of psychotherapy is to help an individual identify and change troubling emotions and behaviours in a supportive non-judgemental and safe enviroment.
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Christina Mary Enright
Psychotherapist, MA
Dublin, County A96
I approach my work with the belief that with compassionate care and acceptance, no matter how challenging our early lives have been, we all have a capacity for transformation and the potential to live a more enriched and fulfilling life. I believe that helping people to recognise and believe in their worth enables them to be more resilient in the face of challenges and difficult emotional experiences and to be able to make self-supportive and affirming choices.
I approach my work with the belief that with compassionate care and acceptance, no matter how challenging our early lives have been, we all have a capacity for transformation and the potential to live a more enriched and fulfilling life. I believe that helping people to recognise and believe in their worth enables them to be more resilient in the face of challenges and difficult emotional experiences and to be able to make self-supportive and affirming choices.
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Dr. Andrea Pousada-Fitzpatrick
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D02
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
As a clinical psychologist and neuroscientist, Dr. Pousada uses a holistic approach to explore the reasons underlying symptoms helping you to understand the issues that you are experiencing. Therefore, she practices from an integrative approach with a special focus on psychodynamic psychotherapy in combination with other techniques. Her main goal is to assist you in exploring yourself, to find your strengths to enable you to overcome difficulties, developing strategies and coping skills in order to achieve your full potential and improve your quality of life.
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Emma Calio'
Psychotherapist, MSc, IFPP
Dublin, County D02
My broad range of experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses such as psychosis and borderline personalities and with those affected by anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, relationship difficulties, bereavement and traumatic and post traumatic disorders.
I aim to offer support through my psychoanalytic practice to Italian speakers who live in Ireland. I expect much of my work will hold and contain their feelings of loss at being away from home, as well as the fear of disintegration brought about by the hard task that living in a country with a different culture and language may bring up.
My broad range of experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses such as psychosis and borderline personalities and with those affected by anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, relationship difficulties, bereavement and traumatic and post traumatic disorders.
I aim to offer support through my psychoanalytic practice to Italian speakers who live in Ireland. I expect much of my work will hold and contain their feelings of loss at being away from home, as well as the fear of disintegration brought about by the hard task that living in a country with a different culture and language may bring up.
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Booterstown Counselling Psychotherapy 0877689823
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Online Only
Ideal clients are Brothers, Sisters, Mothers and Fathers coming with issues they have never discussed before or explored before. John has over 20 years experience working full time in all addictions including complex sexual problematic behaviour.
Ideal clients are Brothers, Sisters, Mothers and Fathers coming with issues they have never discussed before or explored before. John has over 20 years experience working full time in all addictions including complex sexual problematic behaviour.
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Dareth Newton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D04
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
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Justin Paul Cullen
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Dublin, County D03
I am a qualified psychotherapist and completed my training with IICP college in Tallaght. This marked a significant shift in my career, having spent many years working in product transfer, as an analytical chemist in the pharmaceutical industry. The methodical aspect of this work has benefitted my practice as a therapist, as I always pay close attention to detail and take note of the unremarkable. My journey into therapy so far has been aided by this analytical curiosity about myself and others and my personal experience in the client’s chair.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and completed my training with IICP college in Tallaght. This marked a significant shift in my career, having spent many years working in product transfer, as an analytical chemist in the pharmaceutical industry. The methodical aspect of this work has benefitted my practice as a therapist, as I always pay close attention to detail and take note of the unremarkable. My journey into therapy so far has been aided by this analytical curiosity about myself and others and my personal experience in the client’s chair.
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Emma Teresa
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D14
Waitlist for new clients
If you are experiencing a sense of hopelessness or despair, I urge you to reach out. I have had the privilege of witnessing many clients overcome their suffering and restore a sense of identity and purpose in their lives. Asking for help can feel hard, however it can also unburden you of the weight of going it alone, or trying to be strong for too long. I have worked with clients across a wide range of presentations, from self-harm and suicidal ideation, to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and neurodiversity. I can work with you to restore your wellbeing through an integrative, person-centred approach.
If you are experiencing a sense of hopelessness or despair, I urge you to reach out. I have had the privilege of witnessing many clients overcome their suffering and restore a sense of identity and purpose in their lives. Asking for help can feel hard, however it can also unburden you of the weight of going it alone, or trying to be strong for too long. I have worked with clients across a wide range of presentations, from self-harm and suicidal ideation, to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder and neurodiversity. I can work with you to restore your wellbeing through an integrative, person-centred approach.
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José Castilho
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
Dublin, County D01
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist, registered with the Irish Analytical Psychology Association (IAPA) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). My practice is located on Capel Street in Dublin. Please note that my office is not wheelchair accessible; however, I also offer therapy online.
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist, registered with the Irish Analytical Psychology Association (IAPA) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). My practice is located on Capel Street in Dublin. Please note that my office is not wheelchair accessible; however, I also offer therapy online.
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Şeyda Uzunbay
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
1 Endorsed
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.
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Laura Kelly-Walsh
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Dublin, County D02
I'm an accredited psychotherapist with the Irish Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (I.A.C.P). My goal is to help clients reach their full potential, no matter how challenging their histories or current difficulties may be. With a particular interest in human behaviour and neuroscience, I weave the art and science of psychotherapy together to tailor-make treatment plans to reach maximum outcomes for clients.
I'm an accredited psychotherapist with the Irish Association of Counsellors and Psychotherapists (I.A.C.P). My goal is to help clients reach their full potential, no matter how challenging their histories or current difficulties may be. With a particular interest in human behaviour and neuroscience, I weave the art and science of psychotherapy together to tailor-make treatment plans to reach maximum outcomes for clients.
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Brendan Dolan
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
Dublin, County D02
Throughout our lives we encounter situations that challenge us. Sometimes we just can't get passed them, we get stuck and cannot seem to find a solution. As a result we become anxious, stressed or even depressed. I work with clients in a non directive way through psychoanalysis, which allows the client look at their situation or problems, explore the potential causes and find a way of dealing with them. There is no 'one size fits all' solution to personal difficulties, everyone's experience is unique and the psychoanalytic approach allows the client find a solution that is individual to their situation.
Throughout our lives we encounter situations that challenge us. Sometimes we just can't get passed them, we get stuck and cannot seem to find a solution. As a result we become anxious, stressed or even depressed. I work with clients in a non directive way through psychoanalysis, which allows the client look at their situation or problems, explore the potential causes and find a way of dealing with them. There is no 'one size fits all' solution to personal difficulties, everyone's experience is unique and the psychoanalytic approach allows the client find a solution that is individual to their situation.
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Patricia Olaru
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D02
I am an accredited child and adolescent psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I have recently completed training in adult psychoanalytic psychotherapy with the Irish Institute of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. I work with a broad range of issues including perinatal mental health, depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, perfectionism, relationship challenges and more and offer intensive weekly and twice weekly psychotherapy at a reduced fee. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, which goes beyond symptom relief to foster deep personal transformation.
I am an accredited child and adolescent psychotherapist with over 10 years of experience. I have recently completed training in adult psychoanalytic psychotherapy with the Irish Institute of Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. I work with a broad range of issues including perinatal mental health, depression, trauma, anxiety, grief, perfectionism, relationship challenges and more and offer intensive weekly and twice weekly psychotherapy at a reduced fee. My approach is rooted in psychoanalytic psychotherapy, which goes beyond symptom relief to foster deep personal transformation.
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Borderline Personality (BPD) Counsellors
What is the most successful approach to treating borderline personality disorder?
Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) is considered the gold standard of treatment for borderline personality disorder. An evidence-based treatment, it addresses the extreme emotional reactivity, the relationship difficulties, and the acts of self-harm that create so much distress for BPD patients. DBT is a comprehensive program that includes both regular individual psychotherapy sessions and weekly group sessions of skills training.

What happens in treatment of borderline personality disorder?
Treatment typically consists of weekly individual therapy sessions that last an hour and group skill-focused instructional sessions that may last up to two hours. Patients are typically given homework “assignments” in which they are asked to practice in their daily life the skills they acquire in therapy. Patients also keep a diary tracking their emotions and impulses as a way to know which situations are most problematic and to help them gain control over their own behavior. Difficult situations and feelings are typically reviewed in therapy sessions and more constructive solutions found.

What kinds of problems does BPD treatment help with?
DBT was initially developed to dampen the self-destructive impulses of chronically suicidal patients. It is now the treatment of choice for borderline personality disorder, a serious condition marked by extreme emotional reactivity, relationship instability, and self-injurious behaviors. Treatment of BPD helps patients tolerate the flux of emotions without acting on them, often with a specific focus on tolerating negative emotions. DBT addresses the core problems of BPD—fear of abandonment, low self-esteem, and impulsivity.

What is the goal of treatment in borderline personality disorder?
The goal of treatment for borderline personality disorder (BPD) is to relieve the extreme emotional distress that patients experience—to curb their emotional reactivity, to minimize their inclination to self-harm, and to reduce their impulsivity. Toward these ends, patients are not only taught an array of new coping skills and techniques for emotional regulation, they are given opportunities to practice them. Another major goal of treatment is interpersonal effectiveness; patients learn and problem-solve ways to effectively communicate in relationships, especially how to ask for what they need as a way to minimize hurt feelings.