Somatic Counselling in Dublin
As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
Contact Via WhatsApp/Email. My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction. In both our relationships with self and others, most long to experience love, belonging & growth. In relationships and in hardships, I see infinite potential for transformation and evolution: through the stuck places, the old patterns, the failed attempts to connect or feel safe. Underneath, the true you is waiting to be heard through the surface ‘symptoms’. If you can recognise where you’re at, you’re halfway there — and rather than just treating the symptoms, together we listen to what’s underneath, and help you to get free from the root.
As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
Contact Via WhatsApp/Email. My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction. In both our relationships with self and others, most long to experience love, belonging & growth. In relationships and in hardships, I see infinite potential for transformation and evolution: through the stuck places, the old patterns, the failed attempts to connect or feel safe. Underneath, the true you is waiting to be heard through the surface ‘symptoms’. If you can recognise where you’re at, you’re halfway there — and rather than just treating the symptoms, together we listen to what’s underneath, and help you to get free from the root.
You may be going through a difficult period, struggling to make sense of a life transition, feeling stuck, anxious or low, or simply unsure whether therapy is right for you. I offer a space to pause, reflect, and explore what you need at your own pace.
Many of the people I work with are used to managing on their own, and come to therapy when that no longer feels sustainable.
I welcome and affirm clients from LGBTQ+ communities, and I aim to provide a neurodiversity-affirming space where difference is respected and understood.
You may be going through a difficult period, struggling to make sense of a life transition, feeling stuck, anxious or low, or simply unsure whether therapy is right for you. I offer a space to pause, reflect, and explore what you need at your own pace.
Many of the people I work with are used to managing on their own, and come to therapy when that no longer feels sustainable.
I welcome and affirm clients from LGBTQ+ communities, and I aim to provide a neurodiversity-affirming space where difference is respected and understood.
100% Private and Confidential Counselling in Dublin. I offer you a safe and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. I work with the belief that integrating past and present experiences is key to understanding the way we function and how we can change for the better. My treatments aim to support you in gaining a deeper level of insight into and understanding of what drives or shapes you in order to facilitate change and better cope with life.
100% Private and Confidential Counselling in Dublin. I offer you a safe and non-judgemental therapeutic relationship. I work with the belief that integrating past and present experiences is key to understanding the way we function and how we can change for the better. My treatments aim to support you in gaining a deeper level of insight into and understanding of what drives or shapes you in order to facilitate change and better cope with life.
Over time we will work to integrate your conscious, unconscious, somatic, embodied and systemic parts so that you can take back control and experience your best self!
Both individuals and couples want to feel empowered to live our best life. But we don’t know how — so end up feeling anxious, depressed, frustrated or stuck. We often turn to food, alcohol, people pleasing, overworking and other habits just to cope. If this feels familiar, I can help you take back control. Reaching out is the first step toward reclaiming your power and creating the life you truly want.
For couples, even the strongest, happiest relationships can become strained over time, so couples therapy is about exploring your current emotional distance. Please call because it doesn’t have to be like this for both of you!
Over time we will work to integrate your conscious, unconscious, somatic, embodied and systemic parts so that you can take back control and experience your best self!
Both individuals and couples want to feel empowered to live our best life. But we don’t know how — so end up feeling anxious, depressed, frustrated or stuck. We often turn to food, alcohol, people pleasing, overworking and other habits just to cope. If this feels familiar, I can help you take back control. Reaching out is the first step toward reclaiming your power and creating the life you truly want.
For couples, even the strongest, happiest relationships can become strained over time, so couples therapy is about exploring your current emotional distance. Please call because it doesn’t have to be like this for both of you!
I aim to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to explore personal issues. Working from a humanistic and person centred ethos means I believe that all individuals hold the tools within to heal and grow. When we experience early adversity or difficult life events we can find ourselves at a loss, grappling with deep feelings of unhappiness. Sometimes we can become at war with ourselves . Issues such as low self esteem, anxiety and depression can arise. I work in a collaborative and empowering yet gentle way to accompany you on your journey of healing.
I aim to provide clients with a safe and confidential space to explore personal issues. Working from a humanistic and person centred ethos means I believe that all individuals hold the tools within to heal and grow. When we experience early adversity or difficult life events we can find ourselves at a loss, grappling with deep feelings of unhappiness. Sometimes we can become at war with ourselves . Issues such as low self esteem, anxiety and depression can arise. I work in a collaborative and empowering yet gentle way to accompany you on your journey of healing.
My training includes Somatic Experiencing (a body-oriented method to address and heal trauma and stress-related conditions), Dance Therapy and Movement Analysis, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Non-Violent Communication, Gottman Couples Therapy.
I work as a counselling psychologist and a couples therapist. It is my privilege to accompany my clients in making a positive impact on their lives and moving towards their goals. I offer a non-judgmental space where they can explore their inner landscape and reconnect with their feelings, needs, resources, helping them to break old patterns and to create the life they really want.
I am enthusiastic about embodied approaches as I see the body as a powerful tool for self-awareness, self-expression and a domain of change.
I help people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and symptoms of trauma among others.
My training includes Somatic Experiencing (a body-oriented method to address and heal trauma and stress-related conditions), Dance Therapy and Movement Analysis, Solution Focused Brief Therapy, Non-Violent Communication, Gottman Couples Therapy.
I work as a counselling psychologist and a couples therapist. It is my privilege to accompany my clients in making a positive impact on their lives and moving towards their goals. I offer a non-judgmental space where they can explore their inner landscape and reconnect with their feelings, needs, resources, helping them to break old patterns and to create the life they really want.
I am enthusiastic about embodied approaches as I see the body as a powerful tool for self-awareness, self-expression and a domain of change.
I help people experiencing anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and symptoms of trauma among others.
When we are suffering we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We sometimes make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. We each have developed ways of being in the world that have enabled us to cope with whatever challenges we have had to face. These coping strategies become our defence mechanisms and are often developed by us at an early age when we had few resources. They can sometimes create negative patterns of relating to others and the world around us and become barriers to intimate or professional relationships.
When we are suffering we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We sometimes make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. We each have developed ways of being in the world that have enabled us to cope with whatever challenges we have had to face. These coping strategies become our defence mechanisms and are often developed by us at an early age when we had few resources. They can sometimes create negative patterns of relating to others and the world around us and become barriers to intimate or professional relationships.
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.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change.
My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values.
Sessions are available in English and Italian.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change.
My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values.
Sessions are available in English and Italian.
I offer a friendly and welcoming therapeutic space, where we'll blend approaches like IFS, CBT, Somatic IFS, and Trauma-Informed Therapy, to find the path that feels right for you.
I’m especially passionate about supporting adults adjusting to a late stage ADHD diagnosis, particularly young adults navigating this transition. With a background in both Psychology and Integrated Psychotherapy, I take a holistic approach, recognising how our body holds onto past experiences, and I use that awareness to support emotional health and growth.
I offer a friendly and welcoming therapeutic space, where we'll blend approaches like IFS, CBT, Somatic IFS, and Trauma-Informed Therapy, to find the path that feels right for you.
I’m especially passionate about supporting adults adjusting to a late stage ADHD diagnosis, particularly young adults navigating this transition. With a background in both Psychology and Integrated Psychotherapy, I take a holistic approach, recognising how our body holds onto past experiences, and I use that awareness to support emotional health and growth.
As an integrative therapist, I draw on person-centred therapy, CBT, mindfulness, self-compassion and somatic approaches.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, stressed or like you've lost your spark. You may be struggling to make the changes, grappling with self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. For others, therapy begins following relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues, substance misuse or addiction. Sometimes, it's simply a feeling that something isn't quite right, even if you can't yet put it into words. I have 8 years of experience in mental-health and addiction services, and have worked extensively with individuals and their families affected by problematic alcohol use.
As an integrative therapist, I draw on person-centred therapy, CBT, mindfulness, self-compassion and somatic approaches.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, lonely, stressed or like you've lost your spark. You may be struggling to make the changes, grappling with self-doubt, or feeling disconnected from yourself or others. For others, therapy begins following relationship difficulties, grief, life transitions, self-esteem issues, substance misuse or addiction. Sometimes, it's simply a feeling that something isn't quite right, even if you can't yet put it into words. I have 8 years of experience in mental-health and addiction services, and have worked extensively with individuals and their families affected by problematic alcohol use.
Alan’s approach is integrative, drawing on many useful techniques and approaches; however, places greater value on the therapeutic relationship for healing as he does not believe in the notion of fixing. As no one comes to ‘be’ in isolation, Alan also appreciates the systemic lens of familial relations and respects how that influences all relationships. We all have stories we tell ourselves and therapy can be a safe place to explore if these are helping or harming you in relation to your self or others. A tenet in Narrative Therapy:‘the person is not the problem; the problem is the problem’ (White & Epston).
Alan’s approach is integrative, drawing on many useful techniques and approaches; however, places greater value on the therapeutic relationship for healing as he does not believe in the notion of fixing. As no one comes to ‘be’ in isolation, Alan also appreciates the systemic lens of familial relations and respects how that influences all relationships. We all have stories we tell ourselves and therapy can be a safe place to explore if these are helping or harming you in relation to your self or others. A tenet in Narrative Therapy:‘the person is not the problem; the problem is the problem’ (White & Epston).
You're someone who’s trying your best, but life, or a relationship in your life, feels overwhelming. You might be managing anxiety, dealing with family issues, recovering from trauma, navigating life transitions, or facing the pressures of career, performance, or relocation. You might be neurodivergent or exploring how past experiences still affect how you show up in the world.
You´re looking for a Therapist because, in part, you want to understand yourself and know how to change. You want to understand what's holding you back and feel empowered to live a fulfilling life.
You're someone who’s trying your best, but life, or a relationship in your life, feels overwhelming. You might be managing anxiety, dealing with family issues, recovering from trauma, navigating life transitions, or facing the pressures of career, performance, or relocation. You might be neurodivergent or exploring how past experiences still affect how you show up in the world.
You´re looking for a Therapist because, in part, you want to understand yourself and know how to change. You want to understand what's holding you back and feel empowered to live a fulfilling life.
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
My approach draws on somatic awareness and relational depth, supporting you to explore both conscious and unconscious processes at a pace that feels safe.
Clients Stephanie enjoys working with include those feeling anxious, low, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns that they don’t fully understand. Because of her background in dance; Stephanie is interested in how we carry the impact of trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or chronic stress. She has a particular interest in helping clients articulate what the body struggles to contain. She is passionate about helping those looking for relief, clarity, and a deeper sense of agency — not just to cope in daily-life, but to feel more at home in themselves and their lives.
My approach draws on somatic awareness and relational depth, supporting you to explore both conscious and unconscious processes at a pace that feels safe.
Clients Stephanie enjoys working with include those feeling anxious, low, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck in repeating patterns that they don’t fully understand. Because of her background in dance; Stephanie is interested in how we carry the impact of trauma, loss, relationship difficulties, or chronic stress. She has a particular interest in helping clients articulate what the body struggles to contain. She is passionate about helping those looking for relief, clarity, and a deeper sense of agency — not just to cope in daily-life, but to feel more at home in themselves and their lives.
As a neurodivergent therapist with a late ADHD diagnosis, I bring both lived insight and clinical experience to my work. I understand firsthand how differently brains can work - and how important it is to feel seen and understood in therapy. 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.
As a neurodivergent therapist with a late ADHD diagnosis, I bring both lived insight and clinical experience to my work. I understand firsthand how differently brains can work - and how important it is to feel seen and understood in therapy. 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.
As a fully Accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I provide both short term and long term counselling in a confidential and safe environment. I practice in an integrative way, combining various theoretical approaches that aid in my ability to support you in whatever problems you may bring to therapy such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, self-esteem issues, anger issues and relationship problems.
As a fully Accredited member of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I provide both short term and long term counselling in a confidential and safe environment. I practice in an integrative way, combining various theoretical approaches that aid in my ability to support you in whatever problems you may bring to therapy such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, self-esteem issues, anger issues and relationship problems.
I draw from a range of therapeutic techniques, including Pluralistic Counselling, Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Person-Centered Therapy.
Sometimes the ways we think, feel, and respond to the world are shaped by what we have had to survive.
You may find yourself questioning why you react the way you do, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling in relationships, or carrying experiences that still impact you today. These responses are not signs that something is wrong with you; they are often adaptations that helped you cope when you needed them.
Therapy can be a place to acknowledge what you have been through, grieve what was lost, and gently explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.
I draw from a range of therapeutic techniques, including Pluralistic Counselling, Somatic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), mindfulness, and Person-Centered Therapy.
Sometimes the ways we think, feel, and respond to the world are shaped by what we have had to survive.
You may find yourself questioning why you react the way you do, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, struggling in relationships, or carrying experiences that still impact you today. These responses are not signs that something is wrong with you; they are often adaptations that helped you cope when you needed them.
Therapy can be a place to acknowledge what you have been through, grieve what was lost, and gently explore new ways of relating to yourself and others.
Sometimes in life we reach a point where we need some support in navigating our path. Life can get tough. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, grief can all impact us and we may struggle. Talking about your thoughts and feelings sets you free and step by step, you learn to untangle the confusion. I understand that it can be difficult to talk about your story and my goal is help you do this but at your own pace. I aim to hold a space where you can feel safe, non judged and heard, where you can start to become clearer in your thoughts and improve the relationship with yourself and those important to you.
Sometimes in life we reach a point where we need some support in navigating our path. Life can get tough. Anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, grief can all impact us and we may struggle. Talking about your thoughts and feelings sets you free and step by step, you learn to untangle the confusion. I understand that it can be difficult to talk about your story and my goal is help you do this but at your own pace. I aim to hold a space where you can feel safe, non judged and heard, where you can start to become clearer in your thoughts and improve the relationship with yourself and those important to you.
Hi, I’m Naomi (she/her), an integrative psychotherapist based in Dublin and working online worldwide. I offer a warm, affirming, and collaborative space for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism), OCD and BPD.
My approach is client-led and trauma-informed, drawing from humanistic, psychodynamic, and DBT frameworks. I have a particular interest in supporting those who may have felt misunderstood in traditional therapy settings - including LGBTQIA+ clients and people practicing non monogamy or non-traditional relationships.
Hi, I’m Naomi (she/her), an integrative psychotherapist based in Dublin and working online worldwide. I offer a warm, affirming, and collaborative space for adults navigating anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, neurodivergence (ADHD/autism), OCD and BPD.
My approach is client-led and trauma-informed, drawing from humanistic, psychodynamic, and DBT frameworks. I have a particular interest in supporting those who may have felt misunderstood in traditional therapy settings - including LGBTQIA+ clients and people practicing non monogamy or non-traditional relationships.
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Somatic Counsellors
How does somatic therapy work?
Somatic therapy is a form of treatment that focuses on how the body and mind are interconnected. In this approach, physical symptoms are addressed because they may in fact signal emotional distress. Somatic therapists combine mindfulness, talk therapy, breathwork, yoga, dance, and physical manipulations of the body to help patients become more attuned to what their body is telling them.
Is EMDR a somatic therapy?
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a form of somatic therapy, as it incorporates mental and physical principles. EMDR involves remembering a traumatic experience while allowing one’s eyes to track a side-to-side visual stimulus from a therapist. This lateral eye movement is believed to diminish the painful power of the memory so that it can be discussed with a therapist.
Is somatic therapy evidence-based?
Somatic therapy has been researched and studied, and some forms of somatic therapy are found to be effective in treating a wide range of conditions. Because somatic therapy encompasses many techniques, some, such as EMDR and meditation, have been studied more than others.
What is somatic trauma therapy?
Somatic trauma therapy is based on the idea that when people experience trauma, they can become stuck in the “freeze” part of a “fight, flight, or freeze” response. In this state, trauma can manifest itself both mentally and physically—through tension in the muscles, anxiety, and stress. Popular forms of somatic trauma therapy include EMDR, sensorimotor therapy, and somatic experiencing.