Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Malahide
Whether you're facing trauma, anxiety, OCD, relationship struggles, or other challenges, I’ll meet you where you are.
Are you carrying the weight of past experiences or struggling to feel safe in the present? You're not alone. So many of us are unknowingly operating from a dysregulated nervous system. Therapy offers a secure, confidential space to gently process trauma, reconnect with yourself, and begin healing at your own pace—with the hope of feeling more grounded and regulated from within.
Whether you're facing trauma, anxiety, OCD, relationship struggles, or other challenges, I’ll meet you where you are.
Are you carrying the weight of past experiences or struggling to feel safe in the present? You're not alone. So many of us are unknowingly operating from a dysregulated nervous system. Therapy offers a secure, confidential space to gently process trauma, reconnect with yourself, and begin healing at your own pace—with the hope of feeling more grounded and regulated from within.
With over 15 year experience as a clinical psychologist in the mental health services and hospital settings, I am experienced in working with people who have experienced complex challenges in their lives, including early trauma and those with longstanding mental health challenges. I have a particular interest in helping people who have been suffering with physical symptoms (chronic pain conditions, functional neurological disorders among others) where medical treatments have not brought relief.
With over 15 year experience as a clinical psychologist in the mental health services and hospital settings, I am experienced in working with people who have experienced complex challenges in their lives, including early trauma and those with longstanding mental health challenges. I have a particular interest in helping people who have been suffering with physical symptoms (chronic pain conditions, functional neurological disorders among others) where medical treatments have not brought relief.
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.
My wish for each client is that they be well. Every client comes to therapy with different needs. With strong foundations in somatic, emotional and cognitive therapies, I also offer the swifter interventions of Hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming). Some clients want a quick fix, some want to explore and experience personal development. Some clients are top down, and others are bottom up. Some clients just need to talk, some don’t want to talk at all. Recognising these needs in how I work with each individual client is essential.
My wish for each client is that they be well. Every client comes to therapy with different needs. With strong foundations in somatic, emotional and cognitive therapies, I also offer the swifter interventions of Hypnotherapy and NLP (Neuro Linguistic Programming). Some clients want a quick fix, some want to explore and experience personal development. Some clients are top down, and others are bottom up. Some clients just need to talk, some don’t want to talk at all. Recognising these needs in how I work with each individual client is essential.
Hi, my name is Jason Brennan and I have been a therapist and coach for nearly 30 years. I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress management and life challenges, as well as confidence and self esteem building. I am also the founder and president of the Irish Transactional Analysis Association and vice chair of the Irish Council of Psychotherapy, as well as having a pod cast called OK Everyday on Spotify and YouTube. I have helped hundreds of people improve their lives and find out more about what they want to achieve. If you are interested in working together, or would like to know more, just reach out. Thanks Jason
Hi, my name is Jason Brennan and I have been a therapist and coach for nearly 30 years. I specialise in anxiety, depression, stress management and life challenges, as well as confidence and self esteem building. I am also the founder and president of the Irish Transactional Analysis Association and vice chair of the Irish Council of Psychotherapy, as well as having a pod cast called OK Everyday on Spotify and YouTube. I have helped hundreds of people improve their lives and find out more about what they want to achieve. If you are interested in working together, or would like to know more, just reach out. Thanks Jason
I help people reduce or come off their psychotropic drugs for depression, anxiety, sleep issues, OCD, trauma and also with psychosis.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
I help people reduce or come off their psychotropic drugs for depression, anxiety, sleep issues, OCD, trauma and also with psychosis.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
I currently provide a professional and confidential service for adults presenting with depression & low mood; low self esteem ; anxieties disorders, including OCD, panic, phobias, physical health conditions, self-harm
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
I currently provide a professional and confidential service for adults presenting with depression & low mood; low self esteem ; anxieties disorders, including OCD, panic, phobias, physical health conditions, self-harm
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
I've seen countless numbers of individuals re-engage in life, end obsessive thoughts, leave depression behind and most importantly approach life with a new perspective.
Hello I'm Suzanne, I have developed a psychoeducational CBT skills approach that teaches you methods and techniques to your problems. This enables you to understand and manage your thinking, feelings and behaviours for a better life experience. My aim is to help you ultimately change your negative thinking to more helpful way of thinking and to effectively, become your own therapist.
I've seen countless numbers of individuals re-engage in life, end obsessive thoughts, leave depression behind and most importantly approach life with a new perspective.
Hello I'm Suzanne, I have developed a psychoeducational CBT skills approach that teaches you methods and techniques to your problems. This enables you to understand and manage your thinking, feelings and behaviours for a better life experience. My aim is to help you ultimately change your negative thinking to more helpful way of thinking and to effectively, become your own therapist.
Annmarie - Always Listening Therapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
At Always Listening Therapy I strive to create a safe, private, confidential & non-judgemental space for you to explore life's challenges. I meet you with warmth, compassion & honesty. My hope for you is that you feel seen, heard & valued as we explore together the difficulties or challenges that have brought you to the therapy space. I believe that you already have the answers you are searching for within yourself.
My commitment to you is to support & guide you through your process of discovery so that you don't face it alone
At Always Listening Therapy I strive to create a safe, private, confidential & non-judgemental space for you to explore life's challenges. I meet you with warmth, compassion & honesty. My hope for you is that you feel seen, heard & valued as we explore together the difficulties or challenges that have brought you to the therapy space. I believe that you already have the answers you are searching for within yourself.
My commitment to you is to support & guide you through your process of discovery so that you don't face it alone
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
Have you wondered what it might be like to feel less anxious and begin to gain control of your life? What if you could treat yourself with compassion and kindness? You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, coping with depression, or trying to manage the pain of grief after a loss. Perhaps you are experiencing loneliness or trying to understand why relationships are not working out for you. Life brings challenges for all of us at times. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space where you can explore these difficulties, develop healthier coping skills and learn to manage your thoughts in a way that will better support you.
Have you wondered what it might be like to feel less anxious and begin to gain control of your life? What if you could treat yourself with compassion and kindness? You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, coping with depression, or trying to manage the pain of grief after a loss. Perhaps you are experiencing loneliness or trying to understand why relationships are not working out for you. Life brings challenges for all of us at times. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space where you can explore these difficulties, develop healthier coping skills and learn to manage your thoughts in a way that will better support you.
More Therapists Nearby
I am a qualified psychotherapist and member of the IACP. I am available to meet clients both face to face or online. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with anxiety and the many ways it can hinder us. I have also worked with clients with a broad range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief, neurodiversity, relationship difficulties and self esteem. I will create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I will support you in overcoming self limiting beliefs as you work towards becoming the best version of yourself.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and member of the IACP. I am available to meet clients both face to face or online. I have extensive knowledge and experience working with anxiety and the many ways it can hinder us. I have also worked with clients with a broad range of presenting issues including depression, anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief, neurodiversity, relationship difficulties and self esteem. I will create a safe and non-judgmental space where you can be yourself. I will support you in overcoming self limiting beliefs as you work towards becoming the best version of yourself.
Many clients are functioning well on the outside while struggling with OCD, overthinking, relationship difficulties, loneliness abroad, loss, separation, relocation, or work pressure.
My work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with somatic and psychodynamic Interventions. I help with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, avoidance, emotional pain, and relationship patterns, using structured, practical therapy connected to real life.
Many clients are functioning well on the outside while struggling with OCD, overthinking, relationship difficulties, loneliness abroad, loss, separation, relocation, or work pressure.
My work is grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), with somatic and psychodynamic Interventions. I help with anxiety, OCD, overthinking, avoidance, emotional pain, and relationship patterns, using structured, practical therapy connected to real life.
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
This can include anxiety, low mood, OCD, trauma, or longer-term emotional difficulties.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Psychotherapist offering online therapy across Ireland and the UK. I work integratively, using CBT alongside EMDR for trauma and approaches informed by parts work / self-states. Sessions are structured and collaborative, and adapted to individual needs, including neurodivergent presentations.
This can include anxiety, low mood, OCD, trauma, or longer-term emotional difficulties.
I am a BABCP-accredited CBT Psychotherapist offering online therapy across Ireland and the UK. I work integratively, using CBT alongside EMDR for trauma and approaches informed by parts work / self-states. Sessions are structured and collaborative, and adapted to individual needs, including neurodivergent presentations.
I help people stuck in anxious thought loops—chronic worry, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, OCD, or health anxiety.
I work with adults facing anxiety in all its forms—worry, panic, intrusive thoughts, OCD, or health fears. Using CBT and ACT, I help you understand your patterns, challenge anxious thinking, and build tools that actually work. Therapy with me is practical, focused, and aimed at helping you feel more in control of your life.
I help people stuck in anxious thought loops—chronic worry, panic attacks, intrusive thoughts, OCD, or health anxiety.
I work with adults facing anxiety in all its forms—worry, panic, intrusive thoughts, OCD, or health fears. Using CBT and ACT, I help you understand your patterns, challenge anxious thinking, and build tools that actually work. Therapy with me is practical, focused, and aimed at helping you feel more in control of your life.
OCD, anxiety, and depression have urges that ignore our inner values; we can explore what life would be like if you trusted yourself via changing your relationship to your thoughts and emotions.
My pluralistic approach honours the unique lens of each human and aims to be strength-based and client led; I will collaborate with you to tailor your therapy to your needs and wants. With experience in research, philosophy and evidence-based approaches regarding a myriad of issues, you can gain fresh perspectives and helpful coping skills.
OCD, anxiety, and depression have urges that ignore our inner values; we can explore what life would be like if you trusted yourself via changing your relationship to your thoughts and emotions.
My pluralistic approach honours the unique lens of each human and aims to be strength-based and client led; I will collaborate with you to tailor your therapy to your needs and wants. With experience in research, philosophy and evidence-based approaches regarding a myriad of issues, you can gain fresh perspectives and helpful coping skills.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic attacks, stress, sleep difficulties and obsessive compulsive disorder ( OCD).
I am a Chartered Psychologist of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), Psychology lecturer, therapist and published author. Every person is uniquely perfectly imperfect. I work with clients as individuals and take into account what matters most to them. I support them in building skills and living a life in the direction of their deepest values. We can't always prevent life's challenges from occurring but we can change how we respond to the thoughts and feelings that arise when things get difficult. I only use evidence-based interventions.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. At the same time, my work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
As a Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years experience, I provide a caring and compassionate approach. At the same time, my work is shaped by sound scientific findings. In essence, I offer a service that uniquely blends science with a warm personable approach. Extensive experience and expertise in working with adults, adolescents, children and families allows me to appreciate each individual's concerns, collaboratively work out therapeutic goals so that the person can lead a more fulfilling life. Progress is tracked and shared with each individual client using "before" and "after" result measures.
Nearby Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors Searches for Malahide
- Ballsbridge
- Blackrock
- Blanchardstown
- Castleknock
- Donabate
- Dublin
- Howth
- Portmarnock
- Ranelagh
- Rathmines
- Stillorgan
- Swords
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counsellors
How long does OCD treatment take?
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is often treated on a weekly or twice-weekly schedule, depending on symptom severity and the client’s preferences. Some clients may start to see a noticeable improvement in symptoms in as little as six weeks, but it’s also possible, especially in more severe cases, for treatment to take several months to a year before significant progress is made.
What happens if OCD is not treated?
Some people with OCD, especially those with mild symptoms, may find that they are able to adapt reasonably well to life with the condition, even if their symptoms never resolve completely. However, many people, particularly those whose symptoms are severe at the outset, find that their obsessions and compulsions grow more intrusive with time, making it harder to maintain relationships, hold down a job, or navigate the world successfully.
Are there medications for OCD?
Medication can be used to treat OCD. The class of drugs most often prescribed are selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors, or SSRIs, which include fluvoxamine, fluoxetine, and sertraline, among others. In cases of treatment-resistant OCD, other classes of medication, such as tricyclic antidepressants or atypical antipsychotics, may be prescribed. Medication is frequently used in conjunction with therapy.
Can OCD come back after treatment?
Yes. Major life transitions, periods of stress, or other factors can cause symptoms to return or, if they were never fully eradicated, to ramp back up in intensity. For some, these relapses are brief and do not require additional treatment; identifying specific triggers and practicing the skills learned in therapy can help speed their course. For others, returning to therapy for a brief period can help address the underlying stress and strengthen coping mechanisms.