Counselling for Children in Dublin
My work is guided by the understanding that many emotional patterns and life challenges develop quietly over time, often outside of our immediate awareness. As Carl Jung wrote, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” In therapy, we gently explore these underlying patterns together, helping you gain insight into how past experiences, emotions, and beliefs may be shaping your present life.
My work is guided by the understanding that many emotional patterns and life challenges develop quietly over time, often outside of our immediate awareness. As Carl Jung wrote, “Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate.” In therapy, we gently explore these underlying patterns together, helping you gain insight into how past experiences, emotions, and beliefs may be shaping your present life.
Qualified Psychologist with Masters degree in Clinical Child Psychology.
Available for both short or long term work my approach is integrative, helping clients to change problematic behavior, deal with feelings, manage stress, anxiety and depression while increasing motivation, low self esteem and self-confidence, bereavement, couples issues and trauma.
I provide therapy in Spanish and English to adults, couples or families. I believe therapy is a powerful source of personal development and as a therapist am motivated and enriched when facilitating clients in dealing with their personal issues as they strive to reach their full potential. I also have a working understanding of Portuguese.
Qualified Psychologist with Masters degree in Clinical Child Psychology.
Available for both short or long term work my approach is integrative, helping clients to change problematic behavior, deal with feelings, manage stress, anxiety and depression while increasing motivation, low self esteem and self-confidence, bereavement, couples issues and trauma.
I provide therapy in Spanish and English to adults, couples or families. I believe therapy is a powerful source of personal development and as a therapist am motivated and enriched when facilitating clients in dealing with their personal issues as they strive to reach their full potential. I also have a working understanding of Portuguese.
I also specialise in child psychology, neuropsychology, and gender & sexuality, offering an affirming and respectful space for children, neurodivergent clients and LGBTQ+ clients.
Sometimes, even when things seem to be working on the outside, there is a constant sense of tiredness, a mind that doesn’t switch off, or a feeling of being on edge. Thoughts can feel repetitive, emotions overwhelming, or there may be a sense that something isn’t quite right, even without a clear reason. Over time, this can start to affect your mood, relationships, and overall sense of wellbeing.
I also specialise in child psychology, neuropsychology, and gender & sexuality, offering an affirming and respectful space for children, neurodivergent clients and LGBTQ+ clients.
Sometimes, even when things seem to be working on the outside, there is a constant sense of tiredness, a mind that doesn’t switch off, or a feeling of being on edge. Thoughts can feel repetitive, emotions overwhelming, or there may be a sense that something isn’t quite right, even without a clear reason. Over time, this can start to affect your mood, relationships, and overall sense of wellbeing.
I have experience of working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, relationship difficulties, bullying and bereavement.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a key element in therapy; I use a sensitive and empathic approach to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space which allows individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
I have experience of working with children, adolescents and adults with a range of issues such as anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, loneliness, relationship difficulties, bullying and bereavement.
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is a key element in therapy; I use a sensitive and empathic approach to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgemental space which allows individuals to explore their thoughts, feelings and experiences.
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019.
Individual therapy: this is a personal and unique journey. The focus is on self-awareness, finding our inner voice, trusting ourselves and restoring feelings of self-worth. Couples therapy - The focus here is on assisting the couple to learn about their dynamic and how they could grow together. Play Therapy: play therapy including parents.
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019.
Individual therapy: this is a personal and unique journey. The focus is on self-awareness, finding our inner voice, trusting ourselves and restoring feelings of self-worth. Couples therapy - The focus here is on assisting the couple to learn about their dynamic and how they could grow together. Play Therapy: play therapy including parents.
I am a Family Systemic Psychotherapist and Psyhologist. I am registered with the Family Therapy Association of Ireland (FTAI), and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) and of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). I have more then 12 years of clinical experience and I provide therapy to adults, teens and families.
I am a Family Systemic Psychotherapist and Psyhologist. I am registered with the Family Therapy Association of Ireland (FTAI), and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) and of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). I have more then 12 years of clinical experience and I provide therapy to adults, teens and families.
Specialist Trauma Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Adults- Integrative Arts Psychotherapy, Body Work, Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR) Specialist Attachment experience working with Adoptive Parents and Foster Carers.
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.
Specialist Trauma Psychotherapy for Children, Adolescents and Adults- Integrative Arts Psychotherapy, Body Work, Eye Movement Reprocessing Desensitisation Therapy (EMDR) Specialist Attachment experience working with Adoptive Parents and Foster Carers.
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 Have Experience Working With Adults, Children, Parents And Families.
I’ve Dedicated The Last 13 Years To Studying And Working In The Field Of Psychology. I Have Completed A Bachelor Of Arts Degree In Psychology And Master Of Arts Degree In Behaviour From The University Of Aberdeen, A Master Of Science Degree In Psychology From Manchester Metropolitan University And More Recently, A Doctorate In Counselling Psychology.
I Have Experience Working With Adults, Children, Parents And Families.
I’ve Dedicated The Last 13 Years To Studying And Working In The Field Of Psychology. I Have Completed A Bachelor Of Arts Degree In Psychology And Master Of Arts Degree In Behaviour From The University Of Aberdeen, A Master Of Science Degree In Psychology From Manchester Metropolitan University And More Recently, A Doctorate In Counselling Psychology.
I work with adults, children, teens and couples.
I work from an Integrative style, using different therapeutic modalities, including; Humanistic, Attachment-Based, ACT and DBT. This allows me to work collaboratively with my clients to identify their strengths and preferences in order to find the best fit. I offer help in a way that can be challenging, research informed, structured, and also compassionate.
I work with adults, children, teens and couples.
I work from an Integrative style, using different therapeutic modalities, including; Humanistic, Attachment-Based, ACT and DBT. This allows me to work collaboratively with my clients to identify their strengths and preferences in order to find the best fit. I offer help in a way that can be challenging, research informed, structured, and also compassionate.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships.
Passionate, empathic, kind ,experienced and openminded are words that I would use to describe myself. I hold a professional diploma & Honours Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, a diploma in integrative adolescent psychotherapy and am completing a MA in child & adolescent psychotherapy. I am a fully accredited member the IACP.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships.
Passionate, empathic, kind ,experienced and openminded are words that I would use to describe myself. I hold a professional diploma & Honours Degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from Middlesex University, a diploma in integrative adolescent psychotherapy and am completing a MA in child & adolescent psychotherapy. I am a fully accredited member the IACP.
I am a Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, trained specifically to work with young children, adolescents, young adults and family dynamics. I have experience in working with a range of issues and with the various ways those issues specifically present in young people.
I am a Child & Adolescent Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist, trained specifically to work with young children, adolescents, young adults and family dynamics. I have experience in working with a range of issues and with the various ways those issues specifically present in young people.
Established in 1987, The Elmwood Therapy Centre, is one of the oldest counselling and psychotherapy services in Ireland. The centre was set up to provide therapy to individuals, couples and families who want to take the first step towards resolving their issues, improving their sense of well-being and developing the confidence to change. As part of a new initiative to support the community, Elmwood has now introduced low cost counselling. This service is offered by trainee and pre-accredited therapists who are trained to Masters level, who engage in intensive professional supervision, and strictly adhere to a code of ethics.
Established in 1987, The Elmwood Therapy Centre, is one of the oldest counselling and psychotherapy services in Ireland. The centre was set up to provide therapy to individuals, couples and families who want to take the first step towards resolving their issues, improving their sense of well-being and developing the confidence to change. As part of a new initiative to support the community, Elmwood has now introduced low cost counselling. This service is offered by trainee and pre-accredited therapists who are trained to Masters level, who engage in intensive professional supervision, and strictly adhere to a code of ethics.
I believe that all children and young people deserve the opportunity to feel safe, to be happy and to achieve their potential in life.
While growing up most children experience difficulty adjusting at some point. Often a child can’t put into words how or why they are feeling the way they do, just like adults often can’t. Play Therapy is a safe, confidential and child-centred therapy which allows the child to play with as few limits as possible. Through this play comes growth and change.
I believe that all children and young people deserve the opportunity to feel safe, to be happy and to achieve their potential in life.
While growing up most children experience difficulty adjusting at some point. Often a child can’t put into words how or why they are feeling the way they do, just like adults often can’t. Play Therapy is a safe, confidential and child-centred therapy which allows the child to play with as few limits as possible. Through this play comes growth and change.
At Omnia Mental Health Clinic, we understand the diverse needs of individuals across different age groups - from children to adults and senior citizens - who grapple with various mental health challenges.
The issues people face in mental health journeys are as diverse as the individuals themselves. We recognise the prevalence of conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, neurodevelopmental disorders, among others. Our approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of these issues. We know that every person's experience is unique.
At Omnia Mental Health Clinic, we understand the diverse needs of individuals across different age groups - from children to adults and senior citizens - who grapple with various mental health challenges.
The issues people face in mental health journeys are as diverse as the individuals themselves. We recognise the prevalence of conditions like anxiety, depression, ADHD, ASD, neurodevelopmental disorders, among others. Our approach is rooted in empathy and a deep understanding of these issues. We know that every person's experience is unique.
Here at Marino Counselling and Psychotherapy we offer both short and longer-term counselling and psychotherapy. Our therapists can provide the support you may require to address any difficulties you are facing. We can also help you to learn about, and come to a greater understanding of yourself. Sometimes these troubles can be overwhelming. People seek counselling for many different issues such as Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement or Addiction issues. Talking with a therapist can help alleviate the stress and help a person learn to cope with their situation in a better way.
Here at Marino Counselling and Psychotherapy we offer both short and longer-term counselling and psychotherapy. Our therapists can provide the support you may require to address any difficulties you are facing. We can also help you to learn about, and come to a greater understanding of yourself. Sometimes these troubles can be overwhelming. People seek counselling for many different issues such as Stress, Anxiety, Depression, Bereavement or Addiction issues. Talking with a therapist can help alleviate the stress and help a person learn to cope with their situation in a better way.
As a pluralistic psychotherapist and counsellor, I take a flexible, supportive, neurodiverse-affirming and trauma-informed approach to therapy, working with adults, adolescents and children to find what works best for you.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, post-partum depression, inter-generational trauma, family estrangement, domestic violence, sexual assault, coercive control, addiction, living with chronic illness, feelings of being stuck, and children and adolescents navigating emotional and developmental challenges, as well as struggling with overwhelm
As a pluralistic psychotherapist and counsellor, I take a flexible, supportive, neurodiverse-affirming and trauma-informed approach to therapy, working with adults, adolescents and children to find what works best for you.
I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, post-partum depression, inter-generational trauma, family estrangement, domestic violence, sexual assault, coercive control, addiction, living with chronic illness, feelings of being stuck, and children and adolescents navigating emotional and developmental challenges, as well as struggling with overwhelm
I work with children (5+), teens, and adults, offering a safe, compassionate, and creative space to explore trauma, anxiety, bereavement, self-harm, addiction, and additional needs.
I am an Experienced IACP-accredited Creative Arts Psychotherapist. I specialise in trauma-informed therapy, using a blend of art, play, and talking approaches. Each session is shaped around you, helping you express yourself safely, process emotions, and support meaningful, lasting change.
I work with children (5+), teens, and adults, offering a safe, compassionate, and creative space to explore trauma, anxiety, bereavement, self-harm, addiction, and additional needs.
I am an Experienced IACP-accredited Creative Arts Psychotherapist. I specialise in trauma-informed therapy, using a blend of art, play, and talking approaches. Each session is shaped around you, helping you express yourself safely, process emotions, and support meaningful, lasting change.
Art Psychotherapy offers a unique way for adults, teens and children to express themselves through the use of materials, no art skills are necessary. Our client-centered sessions provide a safe space to address challenges including trauma, attachment difficulties, selective mutism, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergent issues including ASD. Important milestones may cause a sense of overwhelming difficulty for a young person. This may have a negative impact on the young person’s ability to transition to new experiences, develop friendships and relationships and may also contribute to academic challenges.
Art Psychotherapy offers a unique way for adults, teens and children to express themselves through the use of materials, no art skills are necessary. Our client-centered sessions provide a safe space to address challenges including trauma, attachment difficulties, selective mutism, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergent issues including ASD. Important milestones may cause a sense of overwhelming difficulty for a young person. This may have a negative impact on the young person’s ability to transition to new experiences, develop friendships and relationships and may also contribute to academic challenges.
I also work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, major life changes, relationship difficulties, grief, people-pleasing patterns, and the effects of childhood trauma.
I help:
Families Impacted by a Loved One’s Addiction:
Relationship Difficulties:
Counselling for Children Through Therapeutic Play:
Disordered Eating and Body Image:
Persistent Shame or Self-Blame:
Building Healthy Boundaries:
I also work with individuals and families experiencing anxiety, depression, major life changes, relationship difficulties, grief, people-pleasing patterns, and the effects of childhood trauma.
I help:
Families Impacted by a Loved One’s Addiction:
Relationship Difficulties:
Counselling for Children Through Therapeutic Play:
Disordered Eating and Body Image:
Persistent Shame or Self-Blame:
Building Healthy Boundaries:
I have a strong background in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds—ranging from children to adults—addressing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD, perfectionism, and more.
Hello! I'm Nathalia, a psychologist specializing in Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBTs), and member of the Psychological Society of Ireland. In my practice, I help individuals recognize unhelpful thought patterns and understand how they impact emotions and behaviours through a warm and relational approach.
I take a holistic perspective, considering your life story, beliefs, relationships, and environment to develop a deeper understanding of you as a whole. From there, we’ll work together to create a personalized, solution-focused plan tailored to your unique circumstances, using evidence-based strategies.
I have a strong background in working with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds—ranging from children to adults—addressing a variety of concerns, including anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationship issues, ADHD, perfectionism, and more.
Hello! I'm Nathalia, a psychologist specializing in Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioural Therapies (CBTs), and member of the Psychological Society of Ireland. In my practice, I help individuals recognize unhelpful thought patterns and understand how they impact emotions and behaviours through a warm and relational approach.
I take a holistic perspective, considering your life story, beliefs, relationships, and environment to develop a deeper understanding of you as a whole. From there, we’ll work together to create a personalized, solution-focused plan tailored to your unique circumstances, using evidence-based strategies.
FAQ - About Child Therapy
When does a child need to see a therapist?
Children naturally experience emotional ups and downs. Sometimes, though, they need support from a professional. A child may benefit from therapy if their emotions or behaviours change significantly within a short period of time. For example, if a child usually spends time with friends after school but begins isolating in their room, further inquiry is warranted. Other areas for concern include altered sleep patterns, lack of appetite, intense anger, irritability, or hopelessness, or developmental regression in young children (bedwetting, thumb-sucking).
What can a child therapist help with?
A therapist can help with any difficult experience a child may encounter growing up, including learning problems or anxiety related to school, relationship challenges with friends or parents, bullying, intense emotions or phobias, divorce and family dynamics, or the death of a pet or loved one. A therapist can help children process their experience and develop coping skills in an age-appropriate way
What therapy types are most suitable for children?
Children can benefit from different forms of therapy, including family therapy, parent-child interaction therapy, play therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, and exposure therapy, depending on their condition. Play therapy is a great option for younger children who may not be able to fully articulate their feelings. In this approach, kids play with toys and games while a therapist observes and helps the child express their emotions and develop coping skills.
Do I need to attend therapy with my child?
Parents are an integral part of a child’s therapy, but the specifics of their involvement vary. If your child is young, you may attend most or all sessions; if your child is older, you may attend a few sessions or none; sometimes a therapist may ask you to have a session on your own. Whatever the arrangement, you should expect to work collaboratively with the therapist, your child, and your family members to take steps to help support your child.
How can I tell if a therapist is a good fit for my child?
A child needs to feel comfortable opening up about their thoughts and feelings, so if your child feels a sense of comfort, ease, and trust with their therapist, that’s a great sign. In addition, a therapist is a good fit for your child if the two can communicate well together; a clinician should be able to communicate clearly, effectively, and in an age-appropriate manner.