Couples Counselling in Dublin
Both individuals and couples want to feel empowered to live our best life.
I want you to feel empowered to live your most authentic life. I’ve walked this path myself and know that the process I offer works — I believe you deserve it too! In a warm, non-judgmental space, we’ll work with your mind, body, and the younger parts of self to gently uncover what’s holding you back and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
Both individuals and couples want to feel empowered to live our best life.
I want you to feel empowered to live your most authentic life. I’ve walked this path myself and know that the process I offer works — I believe you deserve it too! In a warm, non-judgmental space, we’ll work with your mind, body, and the younger parts of self to gently uncover what’s holding you back and help you move forward with clarity and confidence.
I'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC.
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .
I'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC.
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .
My experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses, those affected by issues and symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, addiction, relationship issues, questions of gender and sexuality.
Coming to therapy can be daunting however, through speaking to someone who wants to hear about you and your experiences, this can give an opportunity for new insights and identify what you really want to do with the issues or difficulties you face in your life.
My experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses, those affected by issues and symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, addiction, relationship issues, questions of gender and sexuality.
Coming to therapy can be daunting however, through speaking to someone who wants to hear about you and your experiences, this can give an opportunity for new insights and identify what you really want to do with the issues or difficulties you face in your life.
Alongside anxiety and panic, I also support clients with ADHD-related challenges (such as emotional regulation and impulsivity), addictive or compulsive behaviours (including overspending or substance addictions), and relationship difficulties — including communication breakdown, trust issues, or difficulty maintaining long-term relationships.
Feel out of control despite functioning well on the outside? I work with high-functioning professionals struggling with anxiety, panic, overthinking, or impulsive patterns — with most clients noticing improvement within 4–5 sessions.
Many of my clients are used to being capable and independent, which makes these struggles especially frustrating and isolating. Together, we identify what’s driving these patterns and focus on practical strategies that create real, lasting change.
Alongside anxiety and panic, I also support clients with ADHD-related challenges (such as emotional regulation and impulsivity), addictive or compulsive behaviours (including overspending or substance addictions), and relationship difficulties — including communication breakdown, trust issues, or difficulty maintaining long-term relationships.
Feel out of control despite functioning well on the outside? I work with high-functioning professionals struggling with anxiety, panic, overthinking, or impulsive patterns — with most clients noticing improvement within 4–5 sessions.
Many of my clients are used to being capable and independent, which makes these struggles especially frustrating and isolating. Together, we identify what’s driving these patterns and focus on practical strategies that create real, lasting change.
Whether you are an individual or a couple, We provide a safe, calm place, where you can talk about your problems, and where you will feel listened to and understood.
The Institute for Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (ICPS) delivers accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Professional Diploma programmes for counsellors and psychotherapists. Courses include specialist diplomas (e.g., psychodynamic counselling, applied neuroscience, clinical psychology) and modular CPD workshops, all live online with professional accreditation, designed to enhance skills, competence and clinical confidence.
We also provide Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy services
Whether you are an individual or a couple, We provide a safe, calm place, where you can talk about your problems, and where you will feel listened to and understood.
The Institute for Counselling & Psychotherapy Studies (ICPS) delivers accredited Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and Professional Diploma programmes for counsellors and psychotherapists. Courses include specialist diplomas (e.g., psychodynamic counselling, applied neuroscience, clinical psychology) and modular CPD workshops, all live online with professional accreditation, designed to enhance skills, competence and clinical confidence.
We also provide Professional Counselling & Psychotherapy services
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
Regardless of your identity, cultural background, or circumstances, I believe we all are entitled to make our own choices. We all have the power to choose whether to live on autopilot, fear, be a victim of our circumstance, or choose to stop reacting to our surroundings and determine how we respond to our own life.
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
Regardless of your identity, cultural background, or circumstances, I believe we all are entitled to make our own choices. We all have the power to choose whether to live on autopilot, fear, be a victim of our circumstance, or choose to stop reacting to our surroundings and determine how we respond to our own life.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I assist clients with finding healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthening their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe.
I want to offer you a a safe, confidential space wherein you can talk safely about your challenges, for example, losses, stresses, confusion, conflicts and any other pain or concerns in your life.
I assist clients with finding healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthening their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe.
I want to offer you a a safe, confidential space wherein you can talk safely about your challenges, for example, losses, stresses, confusion, conflicts and any other pain or concerns in your life.
No matter what challenge you are facing in life, the support offered by a therapeutic relationship can help.
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.
No matter what challenge you are facing in life, the support offered by a therapeutic relationship can help.
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.
If you’ve found your way here, perhaps it’s because something within you is ready for change — or simply to be heard. Whatever brings you, I want you to know that your feelings are valid, and you’re exactly where you need to be.
My intention is to offer you a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can gently explore what’s going on for you — at your own pace, in your own words. You don’t need to have everything figured out. If something feels heavy, uncertain, or out of balance, that’s more than enough reason to reach out.
If you’ve found your way here, perhaps it’s because something within you is ready for change — or simply to be heard. Whatever brings you, I want you to know that your feelings are valid, and you’re exactly where you need to be.
My intention is to offer you a warm, safe, and non-judgmental space where you can gently explore what’s going on for you — at your own pace, in your own words. You don’t need to have everything figured out. If something feels heavy, uncertain, or out of balance, that’s more than enough reason to reach out.
I also have experience supporting clients across a broad range of relationship styles - including monogamous and non-monogamous relationship dynamics, and I offer a non-judgmental space to explore whatever is coming up in your relational world.
I help people whom are navigating anxiety, self-esteem and relationship challenges. I offer a compassionate, curious space to explore these patterns, identify specific issues and make meaningful and lasting changes. Many of my couples therapy clients are in less traditional, queer or blended relationships, or navigating differing attachment styles.
I also have experience supporting clients across a broad range of relationship styles - including monogamous and non-monogamous relationship dynamics, and I offer a non-judgmental space to explore whatever is coming up in your relational world.
I help people whom are navigating anxiety, self-esteem and relationship challenges. I offer a compassionate, curious space to explore these patterns, identify specific issues and make meaningful and lasting changes. Many of my couples therapy clients are in less traditional, queer or blended relationships, or navigating differing attachment styles.
I have a special interest in (i) psychotherapy for older adults, (ii) addiction and (iii) couples therapy.
I am trained to conduct Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, Systemic and Couples Therapies (including psychosexual) . Depending on the individual and distress presenting, I can integrate a variety of techniques and approaches with the objective of bringing about change and relief.
I have a special interest in (i) psychotherapy for older adults, (ii) addiction and (iii) couples therapy.
I am trained to conduct Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Person-Centred, Psychodynamic, Systemic and Couples Therapies (including psychosexual) . Depending on the individual and distress presenting, I can integrate a variety of techniques and approaches with the objective of bringing about change and relief.
You're someone who’s trying your best, but life, or a relationship in your life, feels overwhelming.
I offer an integrative and humanistic approach that places you at the center of the therapeutic journey. Together, we’ll explore your patterns, beliefs, and feelings with curiosity and care. Therapy with me is a collaborative process rooted in trust, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experience. You are the expert in your own life.
You're someone who’s trying your best, but life, or a relationship in your life, feels overwhelming.
I offer an integrative and humanistic approach that places you at the center of the therapeutic journey. Together, we’ll explore your patterns, beliefs, and feelings with curiosity and care. Therapy with me is a collaborative process rooted in trust, authenticity, and deep respect for your lived experience. You are the expert in your own life.
Everyone is unique and my belief is that every problem has more than one solution. I am committed to life-long learning and so far I have trained in psychology, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. I have worked in many industries and I am still learning. Life is about finding your passion, let me help you find yours.
Everyone is unique and my belief is that every problem has more than one solution. I am committed to life-long learning and so far I have trained in psychology, psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy. I have worked in many industries and I am still learning. Life is about finding your passion, let me help you find yours.
I work with clients who deal with Anxiety, Stress, Loneliness, Relationship and Family Issues, Depression, Addiction, Identity Crisis, Abuse, Panic Attacks, Eating Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, Low Self Esteem...
Viewing these interconnected parts of our lives from different perspectives makes something inside us “shift” and begins a transformation in how we perceive and experience ourselves and others. Once that moment is recognised, a profound change towards a better life – through the understanding of our deeper conflicts, motivations and impulses – can start.
I work with clients who deal with Anxiety, Stress, Loneliness, Relationship and Family Issues, Depression, Addiction, Identity Crisis, Abuse, Panic Attacks, Eating Disorders, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Phobias, Post Traumatic Stress, Low Self Esteem...
Viewing these interconnected parts of our lives from different perspectives makes something inside us “shift” and begins a transformation in how we perceive and experience ourselves and others. Once that moment is recognised, a profound change towards a better life – through the understanding of our deeper conflicts, motivations and impulses – can start.
I work with couples and individuals.
I draw upon around 40 years experience as a psychologist / psychotherapist and believe in being as transparent about the process of therapy as is possible. I will invite you to discuss with me during our work together what is working well for you and also to discuss any element of our process that is not 'right' for you.
I work with couples and individuals.
I draw upon around 40 years experience as a psychologist / psychotherapist and believe in being as transparent about the process of therapy as is possible. I will invite you to discuss with me during our work together what is working well for you and also to discuss any element of our process that is not 'right' for you.
Hi, I’m Dermot McCarthy, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director at Inner Voice Inner Journey. Our Therapy Centre, with locations in Santry, Rathfarnham, and Limerick, offers a safe and supportive space for everyone. We provide both Full Fee and Low-Cost Therapy Services, especially during these uncertain times. We welcome individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, races, and neurodiversities. Offering both online and in-person appointments, we’re here to empower you to be your true self.
Hi, I’m Dermot McCarthy, Psychotherapist and Clinical Director at Inner Voice Inner Journey. Our Therapy Centre, with locations in Santry, Rathfarnham, and Limerick, offers a safe and supportive space for everyone. We provide both Full Fee and Low-Cost Therapy Services, especially during these uncertain times. We welcome individuals of all gender identities, sexual orientations, races, and neurodiversities. Offering both online and in-person appointments, we’re here to empower you to be your true self.
I support clients who are navigating challenges related to identity, self-worth, stress, anxiety, depression, or relationships.
Are you feeling lost, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Whether you understand where these feelings come from or they simply feel hard to explain, you don’t have to face them alone. Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, but it’s also a caring step toward yourself. Therapy can offer space for clarity, relief, and a deeper connection with your true self.
In a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment, you’ll be met with understanding and care. Together, we’ll move gently through what’s weighing on you, building self-awareness and creating meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
I support clients who are navigating challenges related to identity, self-worth, stress, anxiety, depression, or relationships.
Are you feeling lost, anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected? Whether you understand where these feelings come from or they simply feel hard to explain, you don’t have to face them alone. Reaching out for support can feel vulnerable, but it’s also a caring step toward yourself. Therapy can offer space for clarity, relief, and a deeper connection with your true self.
In a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free environment, you’ll be met with understanding and care. Together, we’ll move gently through what’s weighing on you, building self-awareness and creating meaningful, lasting change at a pace that feels right for you.
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Couples Counselling Counsellors
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.