Sexual Abuse Counselling in Dublin

Ruth Dixon
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Dublin, County D02
I am a psychotherapist specialising in trauma, and I use Somatic Experiencing (SE) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapies to support healing. My therapy space is designed to feel calm, safe, and welcoming. I am also lucky to have the company of Nanuk and Oscar, my dogs, who have a wonderfully grounding presence in the room. Many clients find that having them nearby adds an extra layer of comfort and ease — particularly when working through difficult or intense emotions. Sessions are collaborative and client-led. YOU are always in control.
I am a psychotherapist specialising in trauma, and I use Somatic Experiencing (SE) and EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapies to support healing. My therapy space is designed to feel calm, safe, and welcoming. I am also lucky to have the company of Nanuk and Oscar, my dogs, who have a wonderfully grounding presence in the room. Many clients find that having them nearby adds an extra layer of comfort and ease — particularly when working through difficult or intense emotions. Sessions are collaborative and client-led. YOU are always in control.
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Corina Savin
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Dublin, County D02
I have experience in working with a diverse range of clients presenting with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, codependency, attachment and relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and many others.
Each individual is the expert of their own life and I have learned that everyone already has the answers and internal resources necessary to live a fulfilled life. I will join and support you in exploring your experiences with the goal to gain self-awareness, reach the answers and find the tools needed to move forward confidently and at ease.
I have experience in working with a diverse range of clients presenting with depression, anxiety, trauma, sexual abuse, addiction, codependency, attachment and relationship issues, low self-esteem, grief and many others.
Each individual is the expert of their own life and I have learned that everyone already has the answers and internal resources necessary to live a fulfilled life. I will join and support you in exploring your experiences with the goal to gain self-awareness, reach the answers and find the tools needed to move forward confidently and at ease.
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Rose Fitzpatrick
Counsellor, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a psychotherapist, working with adults in Waterford city, I also work online. I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth. I work in an integrative manner to support and empower the client. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, therapeutic space to explore what is uniquely you. This is not a perfect process; it is as unique and individual as you are. Together, we will explore the issues you bring, and work collaboratively to find your way forward and what works for you.
I am a psychotherapist, working with adults in Waterford city, I also work online. I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth. I work in an integrative manner to support and empower the client. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, therapeutic space to explore what is uniquely you. This is not a perfect process; it is as unique and individual as you are. Together, we will explore the issues you bring, and work collaboratively to find your way forward and what works for you.
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Ciaran Mahony
Psychotherapist, IAHIP Supervisor
Dublin, County D03
I have extensive experience (20+ years) working as a counsellor and psychotherapist on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexuality-related issues, trauma, life crises and neurodiversity. I also have extensive experience working as a clinical supervisor as well as providing expert support to trainee psychotherapists. I believe that all individuals seeking psychotherapy have the ability to find their own way forward within the supportive and safe space that the therapeutic relationship can offer. And that by sharing their unique struggles and blocks with their therapist that they can move to living a better life.
I have extensive experience (20+ years) working as a counsellor and psychotherapist on a wide range of issues, including depression, anxiety, sexuality-related issues, trauma, life crises and neurodiversity. I also have extensive experience working as a clinical supervisor as well as providing expert support to trainee psychotherapists. I believe that all individuals seeking psychotherapy have the ability to find their own way forward within the supportive and safe space that the therapeutic relationship can offer. And that by sharing their unique struggles and blocks with their therapist that they can move to living a better life.
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Mariana Amorim
Psychotherapist, MSc
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D07
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.
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Sue Zalli
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D07
Hello, my name is Sue. I am a qualified psychotherapist with a Level 8 Honours Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, Dublin. I am a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and am fully insured to work with adults aged 18 and over. With over three years of experience, I have supported clients through a wide range of life challenges and transitions. I offer a warm, friendly, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard.
Hello, my name is Sue. I am a qualified psychotherapist with a Level 8 Honours Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, Dublin. I am a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and am fully insured to work with adults aged 18 and over. With over three years of experience, I have supported clients through a wide range of life challenges and transitions. I offer a warm, friendly, and non-judgmental space where you can speak openly and feel truly heard.
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Colette Gargan
Psychotherapist
Dublin, County D03
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be carrying stress, burnout, struggling in your relationships, or simply finding it hard to enjoy life the way you used to. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I aim to offer a warm space where you can talk openly without worrying about being judged or told what you "should do".
Life can feel overwhelming at times. You might be carrying stress, burnout, struggling in your relationships, or simply finding it hard to enjoy life the way you used to. Whatever has brought you here, you don't have to face it alone. I aim to offer a warm space where you can talk openly without worrying about being judged or told what you "should do".
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Janet Homan
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Dublin, County D02
Hi, I’m Janet, an accredited psychotherapist and board member of the Irish Association for Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP). Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? I support young women, trans women, and LGBTQ+ adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, burnout, early-career challenges, and life transitions (career, relationships, identity). With a background in HR and mentoring, I understand workplace stress. Together, we build clarity, confidence, and coping strategies in a supportive space.
Hi, I’m Janet, an accredited psychotherapist and board member of the Irish Association for Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP). Feeling anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed? I support young women, trans women, and LGBTQ+ adults with anxiety, depression, OCD, low self-esteem, burnout, early-career challenges, and life transitions (career, relationships, identity). With a background in HR and mentoring, I understand workplace stress. Together, we build clarity, confidence, and coping strategies in a supportive space.
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Fiona Grogan
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Dublin, County D02
There can be times in our lives when we feel lost, not know how to be in the world……when familiar patterns become obstacles and can result in feeling anxious, scared, or stuck. Therapy can be helpful in such a time.......a time of crisis, or a time of change. I provide a safe, compassionate space that allows you explore your current problems in a way that is right for you.
There can be times in our lives when we feel lost, not know how to be in the world……when familiar patterns become obstacles and can result in feeling anxious, scared, or stuck. Therapy can be helpful in such a time.......a time of crisis, or a time of change. I provide a safe, compassionate space that allows you explore your current problems in a way that is right for you.
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Debby Kluczenko
Psychotherapist, MSc, FTAI
Dublin, County D01
You may be carrying more than you realise: the weight of expectations, the pressure to hold everything together, the impact of past experiences that still echo today, or the strain of relationships that feel stuck or overwhelming. You might feel a loss of clarity, identity, or purpose, or simply notice that coping alone no longer feels possible. If any of this resonates, you’re in the right place. I am a systemic psychotherapist supporting individuals, couples, and families to make sense of their experiences within the wider contexts of culture, identity, relationships, trauma, and life transitions.
You may be carrying more than you realise: the weight of expectations, the pressure to hold everything together, the impact of past experiences that still echo today, or the strain of relationships that feel stuck or overwhelming. You might feel a loss of clarity, identity, or purpose, or simply notice that coping alone no longer feels possible. If any of this resonates, you’re in the right place. I am a systemic psychotherapist supporting individuals, couples, and families to make sense of their experiences within the wider contexts of culture, identity, relationships, trauma, and life transitions.
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Owen Smith
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Dublin, County D02
Life can, for all of us, feel heavy, confusing or difficult to carry alone at times. Perhaps you’ve been trying to hold things together while feeling stuck or overwhelmed inside. I offer therapy as a space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and find new ways forward. This is a space to speak openly and safely. I work with individuals, couples and people in diverse relationship structures, with a focus on trauma, LGBTQ+ experiences, relationship difficulties, grief and compulsive sexual behaviour. You don’t need to have the right words before coming. You don’t have to figure this out alone. We begin where you are, at your pace
Life can, for all of us, feel heavy, confusing or difficult to carry alone at times. Perhaps you’ve been trying to hold things together while feeling stuck or overwhelmed inside. I offer therapy as a space to make sense of what you’re experiencing and find new ways forward. This is a space to speak openly and safely. I work with individuals, couples and people in diverse relationship structures, with a focus on trauma, LGBTQ+ experiences, relationship difficulties, grief and compulsive sexual behaviour. You don’t need to have the right words before coming. You don’t have to figure this out alone. We begin where you are, at your pace
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Dr. Gerard Rodgers
Psychologist, CPsychol
Dublin, County D03
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.
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Andrii Mazurenko
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Dublin, County D01
Therapy for Conscious Change. Speed matters, but quality of life is defined by self-understanding. If you seek a professional guide who values your time and readiness for transformation over just a "chat" - you are in the right place. I believe no situation is unsolvable; there are only paths yet to be paved. I am Andriy Mazurenko, an integrative psychotherapist and sexologist. I balance swift, issue-specific work with deep, long-term therapy. Avoiding "one-size-fits-all" templates, I combine tools to suit your individual dynamics and explore the foundations of your personality.
Therapy for Conscious Change. Speed matters, but quality of life is defined by self-understanding. If you seek a professional guide who values your time and readiness for transformation over just a "chat" - you are in the right place. I believe no situation is unsolvable; there are only paths yet to be paved. I am Andriy Mazurenko, an integrative psychotherapist and sexologist. I balance swift, issue-specific work with deep, long-term therapy. Avoiding "one-size-fits-all" templates, I combine tools to suit your individual dynamics and explore the foundations of your personality.
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Mo Chroi Therapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dublin, County D03
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to “fix” themselves through self help, overthinking, people pleasing or constantly analysing their past, yet still feel emotionally stuck. I help people understand the deeper patterns driving anxiety, relationships, emotional overwhelm and repeated cycles that keep showing up in their lives. My work combines psychotherapy, psychoeducation, nervous system awareness and emotional processing to help people move beyond simply talking about their experiences and begin integrating real change.
Many of the people I work with have spent years trying to “fix” themselves through self help, overthinking, people pleasing or constantly analysing their past, yet still feel emotionally stuck. I help people understand the deeper patterns driving anxiety, relationships, emotional overwhelm and repeated cycles that keep showing up in their lives. My work combines psychotherapy, psychoeducation, nervous system awareness and emotional processing to help people move beyond simply talking about their experiences and begin integrating real change.
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Lyndsey Redmond
Psychologist, MA, MPSI
Dublin, County D07
in school based anxiety.I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents and young adults who struggle in school. My approach is warm, compassionate, and person-centred, with a strong focus on building trusting therapeutic relationships where clients feel safe, understood, and valued. I work from a neuroaffirming perspective and have extensive experience supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, anxiety, school-related challenges, and social or emotional wellbeing concerns.
in school based anxiety.I am passionate about supporting children, adolescents and young adults who struggle in school. My approach is warm, compassionate, and person-centred, with a strong focus on building trusting therapeutic relationships where clients feel safe, understood, and valued. I work from a neuroaffirming perspective and have extensive experience supporting individuals with autism, ADHD, emotional and behavioural difficulties, anxiety, school-related challenges, and social or emotional wellbeing concerns.
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Christina Timmins
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Dublin, County D24
I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist, and am available for sessions both online and in person. Some people like face-to-face sessions, while others prefer doing therapy online from a more familiar space of their own. We can discuss your personal preference when you get in touch. I am open to what makes clients feel more comfortable and ready to share what's on their mind.
I am a fully qualified and accredited psychotherapist, and am available for sessions both online and in person. Some people like face-to-face sessions, while others prefer doing therapy online from a more familiar space of their own. We can discuss your personal preference when you get in touch. I am open to what makes clients feel more comfortable and ready to share what's on their mind.
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Samantha D Locke
Psychotherapist, MA
Dublin, County D02
Samantha supports teenagers, young adults, adults and families navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, addiction, emotional dysregulation, self doubt, relationship difficulties and major life transitions. Clients often come feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to change patterns rooted in earlier experiences. Samantha helps clients make sense of what is happening, strengthen emotional regulation and build resilience, healthier relationships and a steadier sense of identity and self worth.
Samantha supports teenagers, young adults, adults and families navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, addiction, emotional dysregulation, self doubt, relationship difficulties and major life transitions. Clients often come feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to change patterns rooted in earlier experiences. Samantha helps clients make sense of what is happening, strengthen emotional regulation and build resilience, healthier relationships and a steadier sense of identity and self worth.
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Rosie Woolfson
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D6W
•Limited slots left• I am a qualified psychotherapist with a background working in the Irish mental health sector. Based in Dublin 6, I offer both in-person and online therapy for individuals. My person-centred therapeutic approach focuses on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions, challenges, and life experiences at your own pace. At the heart of my work is a deep belief in people’s ability to survive, even through life’s toughest challenges. I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool in helping clients gain insight into themselves and their unique capacity for growth.
•Limited slots left• I am a qualified psychotherapist with a background working in the Irish mental health sector. Based in Dublin 6, I offer both in-person and online therapy for individuals. My person-centred therapeutic approach focuses on providing a safe, compassionate and non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions, challenges, and life experiences at your own pace. At the heart of my work is a deep belief in people’s ability to survive, even through life’s toughest challenges. I believe that therapy can be a powerful tool in helping clients gain insight into themselves and their unique capacity for growth.
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Molly Forde-Bates
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D01
I specialise in integrative, neuro-affirmative psychological care. I provide consultation, individual therapy and ADHD and Autism assessments for adults and older teenagers. I work in an individualised, integrative way to support each person's unique journey, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to best meet each client's needs.
I specialise in integrative, neuro-affirmative psychological care. I provide consultation, individual therapy and ADHD and Autism assessments for adults and older teenagers. I work in an individualised, integrative way to support each person's unique journey, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches to best meet each client's needs.
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Elmwood Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Dublin, County D02
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.
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Sexual Abuse Counsellors
How do therapists treat sexual abuse?
A good therapist will be nonjudgmental and possibly demonstrate active listening, repeating back what the client says to show that they have understood. These skills allow people to feel comfortable discussing their traumatic experiences openly. Some important treatment goals are to restore a sense of safety and to rebuild confidence. In addition to working one-on-one with the patient, a therapist might bring in supportive family members to assist the client.

Do you have to talk extensively about sexual abuse in therapy?
Survivors frequently find it difficult to describe what happened to them out loud. They can even still be in a state of denial if the sexual abuse occurred recently. It is important for survivors to acknowledge that what happened isn’t their fault and to challenge and reappraise any unhealthy feelings or thoughts as they arise. Art therapy and play therapy are useful non-verbal means of communication for some survivors.

How long does treatment for sexual abuse take?
Recovery from sexual abuse can be a long and difficult process. Some survivors are able to move on naturally on their own, given time, while others require the guidance of a trained therapist. Therapy needs vary and can range from a few sessions to months or even years. Healing from sexual abuse takes time, and everyone’s journey will look a little different.

Can trauma symptoms caused by sexual abuse come back after treatment?
As occurs in many cases of trauma, survivors of sexual abuse may experience PTSD-like symptoms long after the abuse has ceased or after an initial round of treatment has occurred. In such a case, there is evidence that prolonged exposure therapy is a useful treatment for survivors, and may be more efficacious than supportive counseling alone. While triggers may continue to cause distress, the idea is that, with time and repeated exposure, their power will fade, allowing survivors to move on with their lives.