Emotionally Focused Counselling in Dublin

Katie O'Brien
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D22
Life can feel like it’s moving too fast, leaving you seeking space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You may be experiencing anxiety, loss, self-doubt, or overwhelm and want to understand why you feel stuck. Sometimes having a dedicated space for yourself once a week is all you need to build self-awareness, confidence, and balance, helping you live with greater ease, clarity, and purpose.
Life can feel like it’s moving too fast, leaving you seeking space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You may be experiencing anxiety, loss, self-doubt, or overwhelm and want to understand why you feel stuck. Sometimes having a dedicated space for yourself once a week is all you need to build self-awareness, confidence, and balance, helping you live with greater ease, clarity, and purpose.
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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 the IFPP, ICP 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 the IFPP, ICP 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.
(01) 267 6692 x87 View (01) 267 6692 x87
Shelly MacSweeney
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Dublin, County D04
I work with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work-life balance, self-worth, relationship issues, sexuality issues, LGBTQI+ friendly and trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD). I have personal and professional experience in a variety of pregnancy related issues including birth trauma and matresence (the transition to motherhood), pre and post abortion support, fertility issues, adoption, post-natal depression and miscarriage. I have a particular interest in childhood emotional neglect and developmental trauma. With the right support, deep wounds from childhood can heal.
I work with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work-life balance, self-worth, relationship issues, sexuality issues, LGBTQI+ friendly and trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD). I have personal and professional experience in a variety of pregnancy related issues including birth trauma and matresence (the transition to motherhood), pre and post abortion support, fertility issues, adoption, post-natal depression and miscarriage. I have a particular interest in childhood emotional neglect and developmental trauma. With the right support, deep wounds from childhood can heal.
(01) 267 6681 x73 View (01) 267 6681 x73
help2heal
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D09
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed, as if you're stuck in a cycle of stress and burnout? You're not alone. Many of us experience these feelings without fully understanding their roots. Often, our past experiences shape our present behaviors in ways we may not even be aware of. In our therapy sessions, I aim to provide you with a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we will uncover the underlying patterns that may be contributing to your anxiety, worry, shame, or stress. My goal is to help you feel better in yourself, empower you, and help you heal.
Are you feeling anxious or overwhelmed, as if you're stuck in a cycle of stress and burnout? You're not alone. Many of us experience these feelings without fully understanding their roots. Often, our past experiences shape our present behaviors in ways we may not even be aware of. In our therapy sessions, I aim to provide you with a safe, welcoming, and non-judgmental space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. Together, we will uncover the underlying patterns that may be contributing to your anxiety, worry, shame, or stress. My goal is to help you feel better in yourself, empower you, and help you heal.
(01) 233 7903 x84 View (01) 233 7903 x84
Valerie O'Neill
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dublin, County D15
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on different approaches to support you in a way that fits your unique needs. My priority is to offer a kind, safe space where you can talk freely, feel heard, and know you won’t be judged. Whether you’re feeling anxious, low, stuck, or simply unsure of what’s going on, we can explore it together. I’ll help you make sense of things, discover new ways to cope, and reconnect with your strengths so you can move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Taking the first step toward therapy can feel daunting, but you don’t have to do it alone. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I draw on different approaches to support you in a way that fits your unique needs. My priority is to offer a kind, safe space where you can talk freely, feel heard, and know you won’t be judged. Whether you’re feeling anxious, low, stuck, or simply unsure of what’s going on, we can explore it together. I’ll help you make sense of things, discover new ways to cope, and reconnect with your strengths so you can move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
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Alina Niyazova
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D15
My therapeutic approach is grounded in Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been carrying stress, anxiety, low mood, or emotional overwhelm on your own for some time. I offer counselling psychology therapy in a calm, confidential, and supportive space where we can work together to understand what is happening for you and find a way forward that feels meaningful and manageable.
My therapeutic approach is grounded in Psychodynamic Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy ( EFT), Person-Centred Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT).
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been carrying stress, anxiety, low mood, or emotional overwhelm on your own for some time. I offer counselling psychology therapy in a calm, confidential, and supportive space where we can work together to understand what is happening for you and find a way forward that feels meaningful and manageable.
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Declan Fitzpatrick
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Serves Area
I work with people who feel stuck in patterns around addiction, overthinking, or ways of coping that no longer work but are difficult to change. Often there’s a sense of shame or frustration beneath this. I offer a grounded, reflective space to help you understand what’s driving these patterns and begin to step out of them. I have over twenty years’ experience in private practice and work fully online with clients across Ireland
I work with people who feel stuck in patterns around addiction, overthinking, or ways of coping that no longer work but are difficult to change. Often there’s a sense of shame or frustration beneath this. I offer a grounded, reflective space to help you understand what’s driving these patterns and begin to step out of them. I have over twenty years’ experience in private practice and work fully online with clients across Ireland
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SineadCBT Meath Louth
Psychotherapist, MSc
Serves Area
I specialise in CBT but I draw on other techniques and tailor therapy to my clients difficulties. I work with adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD.
I specialise in CBT but I draw on other techniques and tailor therapy to my clients difficulties. I work with adolescents (16+) and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, OCD.
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Adult ADHD
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, APCP
4 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or Autism or are you considering a diagnosis? As a diagnosed ADHD therapist with traits of Autism, my special focus is working with adult clients pre and post diagnosis. I have personal and professional knowledge of the co-occurrence of life long generalised anxiety disorder, bouts of depression, social anxiety and burnout that accompany the neurodivergent client. Working with adult neurodivergent adults is my fulfilling passion as a therapist. It is a joy to witness mental health improvement and radical self-acceptance in therapy. We can begin to craft a life that suits the client much better.
Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or Autism or are you considering a diagnosis? As a diagnosed ADHD therapist with traits of Autism, my special focus is working with adult clients pre and post diagnosis. I have personal and professional knowledge of the co-occurrence of life long generalised anxiety disorder, bouts of depression, social anxiety and burnout that accompany the neurodivergent client. Working with adult neurodivergent adults is my fulfilling passion as a therapist. It is a joy to witness mental health improvement and radical self-acceptance in therapy. We can begin to craft a life that suits the client much better.
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Diana @Sonas Counselling Donegal
Psychotherapist
Online Only
Fully accredited Psychotherapist with both IACP and BACP. I offer individual and couples counselling sessions online worldwide and also outdoor nature therapy sessions in person in Co. Donegal, Ireland. I facilitate mindfulness meditation groups, corporate wellbeing events and inner journeying workshops aligned with the major Celtic festivals. I hold a BA(hons) degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have also completed training in couples counselling, online and telephone counselling, and Somatic Experiencing Psychotherapy.
Fully accredited Psychotherapist with both IACP and BACP. I offer individual and couples counselling sessions online worldwide and also outdoor nature therapy sessions in person in Co. Donegal, Ireland. I facilitate mindfulness meditation groups, corporate wellbeing events and inner journeying workshops aligned with the major Celtic festivals. I hold a BA(hons) degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have also completed training in couples counselling, online and telephone counselling, and Somatic Experiencing Psychotherapy.
(01) 267 6622 x44 View (01) 267 6622 x44
Carolyn Duggan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
With over 16 years’ experience as a therapist and supervisor, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening in your life without fear of judgment or pressure to be anyone other than yourself. My practice is neuroaffirmative and inclusive, welcoming both neurodivergent and neurotypical adults. You might be coming to therapy because you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or low, or because you’re struggling to manage emotions that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Perhaps you’re healing from trauma, navigating a major life change, or wanting to improve your relationships and feel more connected to others.
With over 16 years’ experience as a therapist and supervisor, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can explore what’s happening in your life without fear of judgment or pressure to be anyone other than yourself. My practice is neuroaffirmative and inclusive, welcoming both neurodivergent and neurotypical adults. You might be coming to therapy because you’re feeling stressed, anxious, or low, or because you’re struggling to manage emotions that can sometimes feel overwhelming. Perhaps you’re healing from trauma, navigating a major life change, or wanting to improve your relationships and feel more connected to others.
(01) 267 6552 x34 View (01) 267 6552 x34
Dion Lloyd
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
There are many reasons people arrive at therapy, to resolve problems from the past, to help overcome current challenges or worries about the future. My role is to create a confidential and supportive space that is right for you to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you feel that counselling might be something that could help you right now, please do get in touch.
There are many reasons people arrive at therapy, to resolve problems from the past, to help overcome current challenges or worries about the future. My role is to create a confidential and supportive space that is right for you to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you feel that counselling might be something that could help you right now, please do get in touch.
(01) 267 6681 x23 View (01) 267 6681 x23
Sparrow Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Serves Area
Sparrow Therapy offer a range of online and in person sessions. Fully qualified and accredited, we offer a safe space for all clients. We are client focused and aim to always work as a team.
Sparrow Therapy offer a range of online and in person sessions. Fully qualified and accredited, we offer a safe space for all clients. We are client focused and aim to always work as a team.
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Plume Psychology
Psychotherapist, MSc
Online Only
My practice is aimed at adults who have been shaped by trauma, chronic stress or life-changing events and want a safe, collaborative space to understand their story, calm their nervous system, and rebuild a life that feels more like their own. I’m an integrated psychotherapist & psychologist , which means I’m highly trained to a master’s level, in many modalities. I tailor my approach to every client’s individual needs. I work mostly with clients who have difficulty with attachment, addiction, relationships ,childhood trauma, (C)PTSD, BPD, BD, Fibromyalgia, CF.
My practice is aimed at adults who have been shaped by trauma, chronic stress or life-changing events and want a safe, collaborative space to understand their story, calm their nervous system, and rebuild a life that feels more like their own. I’m an integrated psychotherapist & psychologist , which means I’m highly trained to a master’s level, in many modalities. I tailor my approach to every client’s individual needs. I work mostly with clients who have difficulty with attachment, addiction, relationships ,childhood trauma, (C)PTSD, BPD, BD, Fibromyalgia, CF.
(01) 267 6675 x62 View (01) 267 6675 x62
Maggie Lynch
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Online Only
Welcome, my name is Maggie and I am a qualified psychotherapist. I work with individuals experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, family conflict, unresolved childhood issues and many others. My aim is to provide an opportunity to explore feelings, beliefs and behaviours around any issues that you are facing.
Welcome, my name is Maggie and I am a qualified psychotherapist. I work with individuals experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, family conflict, unresolved childhood issues and many others. My aim is to provide an opportunity to explore feelings, beliefs and behaviours around any issues that you are facing.
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Dr. Lia Gallagher
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, MPSI
Serves Area
My work with couples is attachment based using Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples.
Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection? As humans, we are wired for connection, yet every relationship experiences rupture. Healing and repair are possible and are essential for our relationships to survive and thrive. A wide body of research shows that secure attachment in our relationships benefits both our mental and physical health. My work is attachment focused and trauma-informed to create a safe, healing space in which couples can reflect on their struggles and bring peace to their relationship.
My work with couples is attachment based using Emotionally Focused Therapy for Couples.
Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection? As humans, we are wired for connection, yet every relationship experiences rupture. Healing and repair are possible and are essential for our relationships to survive and thrive. A wide body of research shows that secure attachment in our relationships benefits both our mental and physical health. My work is attachment focused and trauma-informed to create a safe, healing space in which couples can reflect on their struggles and bring peace to their relationship.
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Mirin Pearce
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I (she/they) am a neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-informed psychotherapist based in West Cork, Ireland, working with clients globally. Raised internationally, I have an open-minded perspective that helps me connect with people from diverse backgrounds. As an auDHDer, I specialise in working with autistic and/or ADHD clients . Whether you're processing a late-diagnosis, learning about your neurodivergent self, navigatint burnout, learning to unmask, or simply need help with anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, or any of the many mental health challenges we face as humans in the modern world - I'd love to help.
I (she/they) am a neurodivergent-affirming and trauma-informed psychotherapist based in West Cork, Ireland, working with clients globally. Raised internationally, I have an open-minded perspective that helps me connect with people from diverse backgrounds. As an auDHDer, I specialise in working with autistic and/or ADHD clients . Whether you're processing a late-diagnosis, learning about your neurodivergent self, navigatint burnout, learning to unmask, or simply need help with anxiety, relationship difficulties, depression, or any of the many mental health challenges we face as humans in the modern world - I'd love to help.
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Louise M Patterson
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
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Mary Brennan
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
(01) 267 6675 x83 View (01) 267 6675 x83
Úna Le Meur
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Serves Area
I gained a distinction in CBT Dip Cert once I became established here in Ireland and gained a PG Cert in EFT more recently studying at Trinity College Dublin.
I have 15 years experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults from diverse backgrounds, supporting people through the issues that bring most of us to therapy at some point — anxiety, depression, complex trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and the relational patterns we find ourselves stuck in. Our job together is to identify what's getting in the way of the life you want, understand how those patterns took hold, and gently remove the inner and outer obstacles that are keeping you stuck. The focus is on real change, in how you feel, how you relate, and how you move through the world.
I gained a distinction in CBT Dip Cert once I became established here in Ireland and gained a PG Cert in EFT more recently studying at Trinity College Dublin.
I have 15 years experience working with adolescents, adults, and older adults from diverse backgrounds, supporting people through the issues that bring most of us to therapy at some point — anxiety, depression, complex trauma, grief and loss, addiction, and the relational patterns we find ourselves stuck in. Our job together is to identify what's getting in the way of the life you want, understand how those patterns took hold, and gently remove the inner and outer obstacles that are keeping you stuck. The focus is on real change, in how you feel, how you relate, and how you move through the world.
(01) 263 0697 x29 View (01) 263 0697 x29