Play Therapy Counselling in Dublin
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.
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 have particular interest in and understanding of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
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 have particular interest in and understanding of individuals with Specific Learning Difficulties.
You feel different, and you have for a long time. You have carried silence, or shame, or questions that never quite let go. Many of the people I work with are queer, neurodiverse, or moving through change that feels heavier than they let on. Together we step outside the box of just talking. We cannot always think our way out of what hurts, we have to feel it, move with it, and live our way into something new. Beginning therapy takes courage. If you would like to start, I offer a free 15 minute consultation,
You feel different, and you have for a long time. You have carried silence, or shame, or questions that never quite let go. Many of the people I work with are queer, neurodiverse, or moving through change that feels heavier than they let on. Together we step outside the box of just talking. We cannot always think our way out of what hurts, we have to feel it, move with it, and live our way into something new. Beginning therapy takes courage. If you would like to start, I offer a free 15 minute consultation,
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, and QEEG Assessments, all in the same place.
Have you felt you wanted help or to work on personal development but did not know how? Have you felt you needed support with specific personal or life matters, or have you tried many different things before but never felt complete? At Dublin Mind Clinic, we have it all 'in-house'. With our multidisciplinary clinic design, you may avail of the services of Clinical- and Counselling-Psychology, Clinical Assessments for ADHD and Autism, Psychotherapy & Counselling, Neurofeedback, Biofeedback, and QEEG Assessments, all in the same place.
I integrate EMDR, Psychodrama, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Experiential Play Therapy according to each client's story and goals.
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.
I integrate EMDR, Psychodrama, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Experiential Play Therapy according to each client's story and goals.
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.
I work creatively using a non-directive, holistic model of Play Therapy to support children to help themselves.
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 work creatively using a non-directive, holistic model of Play Therapy to support children to help themselves.
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.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
I am a trauma-informed, neurodiverse-affirming psychotherapist with lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, stress, or the impact of past experiences, you might feel stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on. I work with adults and young people, offering a compassionate space where connection and understanding are at the heart of my work. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and take steps towards meaningful change.
I am a trauma-informed, neurodiverse-affirming psychotherapist with lived experience of ADHD and dyslexia. Whether you’re facing anxiety, low mood, stress, or the impact of past experiences, you might feel stuck, lost, or unsure of yourself. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where you can talk openly, feel heard, and begin to make sense of what’s going on. I work with adults and young people, offering a compassionate space where connection and understanding are at the heart of my work. Together, we can explore what’s holding you back, build on your strengths, and take steps towards meaningful change.
I'm Soraya Ahmid (M.A in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, B.A. Hons. Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy & Professional Certificate in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy). I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist practising in the South County Dublin/Wicklow areas. I am able to work face to face with children and adolescents (6 years +) and only have limited online session slots available for adults 18+.
I'm Soraya Ahmid (M.A in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy, B.A. Hons. Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy & Professional Certificate in Child & Adolescent Psychotherapy). I am a qualified Integrative Psychotherapist practising in the South County Dublin/Wicklow areas. I am able to work face to face with children and adolescents (6 years +) and only have limited online session slots available for adults 18+.
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.
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.
As a counsellor, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and supported. I understand that seeking therapy can be a big step, and I aim to create a sense of safety and trust from the beginning. My approach is client-led, meaning I follow your pace and priorities while gently guiding the process of exploration and growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, life transitions, or relationship difficulties, I am here to support you in finding clarity, confidence, and emotional resilience. I’m dedicated to helping children and adolescents navigate their challenges
As a counsellor, I offer a warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental space where clients can feel heard and supported. I understand that seeking therapy can be a big step, and I aim to create a sense of safety and trust from the beginning. My approach is client-led, meaning I follow your pace and priorities while gently guiding the process of exploration and growth. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, low self-worth, life transitions, or relationship difficulties, I am here to support you in finding clarity, confidence, and emotional resilience. I’m dedicated to helping children and adolescents navigate their challenges
I am a fully accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist working with adults, adolescents and couples in a safe,confidential space where the person is seen, heard and respected while they work through the challenges facing them.
I work in a Neuro-affirming and Trauma Informed private practice with 25+ years of experience working with Adults and Adolescents .
I am also a qualified Cross Professional Supervisor offering this service with many years of experience to neurodivergent (or not) professionals.
I am a fully accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist working with adults, adolescents and couples in a safe,confidential space where the person is seen, heard and respected while they work through the challenges facing them.
I work in a Neuro-affirming and Trauma Informed private practice with 25+ years of experience working with Adults and Adolescents .
I am also a qualified Cross Professional Supervisor offering this service with many years of experience to neurodivergent (or not) professionals.
My name is Deborah Daly. I work with adults, children and adolescents in a warm, person-centred way. I believe every client’s story is unique, so I adapt my approach to meet your individual needs and pace.
I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, parental challenges, chronic illness, grief and loss, stress, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
My name is Deborah Daly. I work with adults, children and adolescents in a warm, person-centred way. I believe every client’s story is unique, so I adapt my approach to meet your individual needs and pace.
I support clients experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, family dynamics, parental challenges, chronic illness, grief and loss, stress, low self-esteem, and life transitions.
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:
If you carrying more than you can hold; past experiences, stress, compulsions, or the impact of a loved one’s addiction, you do not have to face it alone.
My work focuses on supporting families and individuals who are dealing with trauma, addiction, and eating disorders – or are supporting someone who is dealing with these heavy issues. 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 offer a safe, structured space to begin healing and growing through these complex issues.
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:
If you carrying more than you can hold; past experiences, stress, compulsions, or the impact of a loved one’s addiction, you do not have to face it alone.
My work focuses on supporting families and individuals who are dealing with trauma, addiction, and eating disorders – or are supporting someone who is dealing with these heavy issues. 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 offer a safe, structured space to begin healing and growing through these complex issues.
Through play therapy, creative psychotherapy and therapeutic parent support, I help young people understand their experiences, build emotional resilience and strengthen relationships, while supporting parents and caregivers to respond with greater confidence and connection.
I offer play therapy for children, creative psychotherapy for adolescents and therapeutic parent support. Through a child-centred, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, I help young people feel seen and understood, build emotional resilience, develop a stronger sense of self, and navigate relationships with greater confidence and connection.
Through play therapy, creative psychotherapy and therapeutic parent support, I help young people understand their experiences, build emotional resilience and strengthen relationships, while supporting parents and caregivers to respond with greater confidence and connection.
I offer play therapy for children, creative psychotherapy for adolescents and therapeutic parent support. Through a child-centred, trauma-informed and neurodiversity-affirming approach, I help young people feel seen and understood, build emotional resilience, develop a stronger sense of self, and navigate relationships with greater confidence and connection.
Grace is an an integrative, psychodynamic psychotherapist, who will incorporate elements of art, poetry, play, and improvisation to support others to make better sense of their lived experience.
Grace's practice is called "Aiteall Therapy". The word "Aiteall" (pronounced: atch - ill) is an Irish language word that describes a period of pleasant sunshine between two rain showers. Life, much like the weather, is not always bright and calm. Storms will come, and the rain will fall.
Grace is an an integrative, psychodynamic psychotherapist, who will incorporate elements of art, poetry, play, and improvisation to support others to make better sense of their lived experience.
Grace's practice is called "Aiteall Therapy". The word "Aiteall" (pronounced: atch - ill) is an Irish language word that describes a period of pleasant sunshine between two rain showers. Life, much like the weather, is not always bright and calm. Storms will come, and the rain will fall.
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. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
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. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
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.
With an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and specialist training in trauma, children & loss, art therapy, and therapeutic play I tailor each session to Your 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.
With an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and specialist training in trauma, children & loss, art therapy, and therapeutic play I tailor each session to Your 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 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.
Play Therapy Counsellors
Who is play therapy for?
Play therapy is generally targeted to children between the ages of 3 and 11 who have social, emotional, or behavioural difficulties. Play therapy has also been found helpful for children who have experienced physical or emotional abuse or witnessed atrocities. Play therapy is also often recommended for children who are undergoing major medical procedures or who are suffering from chronic illness; many children’s hospitals are equipped to offer play therapy on-site. Play therapy is also sometimes used for adults; creative writing, music, and art are expressive forms that can all be adapted for therapeutic purposes.
Why do people need play therapy?
Children often do not have the language skills or words to know or to express what is troubling them. Yet they often spontaneously draw or use playthings to depict scenarios that reflect problems in their everyday life. Play therapy provides children with an array of objects and play situations to act out their feelings or experiences so that therapists can get a clear picture of what children might be struggling with and help them find solutions. In addition, play therapists are skilled at helping children understand their inner experience and find words for them, necessary steps toward helping children learn to control their own behaviour and come up with solutions to problems they encounter.
What happens in play therapy?
A child enters a comfortable playroom where they are free to choose the objects they want to play with. The play therapist will typically observe how they play with the toys—whether a sandbox, puppets, dolls and action figures, trucks, costumes, drawing and painting materials, or more—because such play provides clues to a child’s family and social relationships, difficulties they are encountering in the world, and what going on inside themselves. Sometimes the therapist may ask the child to use the play objects to tell a story about their family. Using the same instruments of play, therapists can help children discover more advantageous ways of thinking and behaving.
What kinds of problems do play therapists treat?
Play therapy can help children who display destructive or self-destructive impulses; children who seem angry, sad, or fearful; children who experience frequent social, emotional, family, or school difficulty. Play therapy is often of value to children who have experienced a loss or distressing family experience, who are regularly exposed to family conflict, or who have been physically or emotionally abused. Play therapy can help children who are perpetrators of bullying as well as those who are targets of bullying. It helps children learn to identify their feelings, to express them in constructive ways, and to regulate them so they can get on with the business of development.
How long does play therapy last?
Play therapy sessions may last for 30 to 45 minutes, and they usually occur weekly for about 20 sessions. Each session is tailored to the individual child and the kinds of problems they are struggling with. Play that is highly repetitive often indicates a problem requiring further exploration. Therapists typically measure progress through session-to-session changes in play behaviour.