Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD) Counselling in Portmarnock
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.
Therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been carrying a lot quietly while trying to keep everything going. You may be experiencing anxiety, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, or noticing patterns in relationships that keep repeating. Many people come to therapy wanting to better understand why they react the way they do, feel calmer in themselves, and make sense of experiences that still seem to shape them now.
Therapy can feel like a big step, especially when you have been carrying a lot quietly while trying to keep everything going. You may be experiencing anxiety, overthinking, emotional overwhelm, or noticing patterns in relationships that keep repeating. Many people come to therapy wanting to better understand why they react the way they do, feel calmer in themselves, and make sense of experiences that still seem to shape them now.
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.
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.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
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.
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.
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 overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or finding it hard to navigate your emotions or relationship with food? You don't have to do this alone.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood. My approach is integrative and psychodynamic, meaning I work with you at a deeper level to make sense of your experiences, while also drawing on evidence-based tools like CBT-E for eating disorders and trauma-informed interventions.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in old patterns, or finding it hard to navigate your emotions or relationship with food? You don't have to do this alone.
I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, grounded, judgment-free space where you can feel heard, supported, and understood. My approach is integrative and psychodynamic, meaning I work with you at a deeper level to make sense of your experiences, while also drawing on evidence-based tools like CBT-E for eating disorders and trauma-informed interventions.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and questions around identity, including LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent experiences. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are seeking clarity, balance, and a deeper understanding of themselves. As an integrative, humanistic psychotherapist, I offer a warm, non-judgemental space, adapting therapy to each person. Through reflection, practical tools, and (where suitable) Walk & Talk sessions in nature, I support clients in moving forward with greater self-awareness and confidence.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, stress, life transitions, relationship challenges, and questions around identity, including LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent experiences. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected and are seeking clarity, balance, and a deeper understanding of themselves. As an integrative, humanistic psychotherapist, I offer a warm, non-judgemental space, adapting therapy to each person. Through reflection, practical tools, and (where suitable) Walk & Talk sessions in nature, I support clients in moving forward with greater self-awareness and confidence.
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I believe the answers to our own problems are within us. You are the expert. The narrator of your story. Your experience is unique. Only you know what it is to be you. How it feels. My role is simply one of companion. It is hoped that as you journey along at your own pace you will begin to unravel and understand who you are and why you feel the way you do. This insight has the potential to make sense of your difficulties. To find the light in the dark. To see new roads to travel, better ways to live, and new eyes to see the world. To eventually have the courage to take the road meant for you. To become who you truly are.
I believe the answers to our own problems are within us. You are the expert. The narrator of your story. Your experience is unique. Only you know what it is to be you. How it feels. My role is simply one of companion. It is hoped that as you journey along at your own pace you will begin to unravel and understand who you are and why you feel the way you do. This insight has the potential to make sense of your difficulties. To find the light in the dark. To see new roads to travel, better ways to live, and new eyes to see the world. To eventually have the courage to take the road meant for you. To become who you truly are.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
I have a particular interest in working with intrusive thoughts, anxiety and OCD.
I support clients in developing practical tools and deeper understanding in managing their distress and regaining a sense of control. I strive towards creating a safe and supportive environment for every client that I work with. I have over 10 years experience supporting people in mental health and intellectual disability sectors.
I have a particular interest in working with intrusive thoughts, anxiety and OCD.
I support clients in developing practical tools and deeper understanding in managing their distress and regaining a sense of control. I strive towards creating a safe and supportive environment for every client that I work with. I have over 10 years experience supporting people in mental health and intellectual disability sectors.
I have particular interest and experience with working with people experiencing mental anguish including those who struggle with ruminating, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, anxiety and depression.
My clinical experience includes hospitals (both psychiatric and maternity), and a prison where I worked as an addiction counsellor. I have worked in psychotherapy clinics for the last 10 years, where I have worked with people of different ages and backgrounds, with different types of sufferings and reasons for attending therapy.
I have particular interest and experience with working with people experiencing mental anguish including those who struggle with ruminating, obsessive and intrusive thoughts, anxiety and depression.
My clinical experience includes hospitals (both psychiatric and maternity), and a prison where I worked as an addiction counsellor. I have worked in psychotherapy clinics for the last 10 years, where I have worked with people of different ages and backgrounds, with different types of sufferings and reasons for attending therapy.
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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.