Chronic Illness Counselling in Rathcoole

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Fiona Deasy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I am both a fully accredited therapist and supervisor in private practice in a purpose built premises with parking and toilet facilities. The 67 bus stop is a 5 min walk in either direction. I work with individuals from age 15 and couples. I offer a flexible range of appointment times and I also facilitate ONLINE THERAPY particularly during our current restrictions. Therapy is an opportunity to enhance the quality of your life. It is a space to explore what feels like a barrier to your best life. It is a collaborative experience where hopefully you are reminded of how you make the choices to direct your life while feeling supported.
I am both a fully accredited therapist and supervisor in private practice in a purpose built premises with parking and toilet facilities. The 67 bus stop is a 5 min walk in either direction. I work with individuals from age 15 and couples. I offer a flexible range of appointment times and I also facilitate ONLINE THERAPY particularly during our current restrictions. Therapy is an opportunity to enhance the quality of your life. It is a space to explore what feels like a barrier to your best life. It is a collaborative experience where hopefully you are reminded of how you make the choices to direct your life while feeling supported.
(01) 267 6552 x75 View (01) 267 6552 x75
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Seonadh Nic Charthaigh
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am a psychotherapist based in private practice in D24. I like to use an integration of interventions to help clients explore and cope with problems. I’m a qualified Breathwork Teacher and I’m also qualified in a form of psychotherapy called the Energy Therapy Technique. This explores breaking through trauma and emotions that are stored in the body and making you feel stuck in areas of your life. I believe that the mind and body are deeply entwined and I’m passionate about combining holistic and somatic approaches with psychotherapy.
I am a psychotherapist based in private practice in D24. I like to use an integration of interventions to help clients explore and cope with problems. I’m a qualified Breathwork Teacher and I’m also qualified in a form of psychotherapy called the Energy Therapy Technique. This explores breaking through trauma and emotions that are stored in the body and making you feel stuck in areas of your life. I believe that the mind and body are deeply entwined and I’m passionate about combining holistic and somatic approaches with psychotherapy.
(01) 592 4196 x97 View (01) 592 4196 x97
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Emer Foley
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space from the very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling.
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space from the very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling.
(01) 267 6527 x69 View (01) 267 6527 x69

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Emma Tynan-Chronic Illness And Medical Trauma Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Do you feel the emotional weight of chronic illness or medical trauma pulling you under?
I’m committed to supporting clients through the mental and emotional challenges of chronic illness and medical trauma. With both personal and professional experience in this area, I help clients process their grief, establish healthy boundaries, and navigate the overwhelming emotions that often come with it.
Do you feel the emotional weight of chronic illness or medical trauma pulling you under?
I’m committed to supporting clients through the mental and emotional challenges of chronic illness and medical trauma. With both personal and professional experience in this area, I help clients process their grief, establish healthy boundaries, and navigate the overwhelming emotions that often come with it.
(01) 267 6603 x43 View (01) 267 6603 x43
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Sinéad Ní Mháille
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D02
I can work with you on a range of issues including stress and anxiety, low mood, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, loss of confidence, developing self-awareness, life transitions, exploring a sense of purpose and meaning, chronic illness and life changing diagnoses and family and relationship issues.
Hello I’m Sinéad. My aim in therapy is to offer you a warm, compassionate, and understanding space, where you feel safe and supported to work through life’s challenges. When you seek out counselling, it may be to work on a current issue or struggle in your life, to explore thoughts, emotions or behaviours that are holding you back from living life in the way you want, or to develop greater self-awareness and insight for growth and personal development.
I can work with you on a range of issues including stress and anxiety, low mood, depression, grief and loss, low self-esteem, loss of confidence, developing self-awareness, life transitions, exploring a sense of purpose and meaning, chronic illness and life changing diagnoses and family and relationship issues.
Hello I’m Sinéad. My aim in therapy is to offer you a warm, compassionate, and understanding space, where you feel safe and supported to work through life’s challenges. When you seek out counselling, it may be to work on a current issue or struggle in your life, to explore thoughts, emotions or behaviours that are holding you back from living life in the way you want, or to develop greater self-awareness and insight for growth and personal development.
(01) 233 7903 x93 View (01) 233 7903 x93
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Kate Mulligan
Counsellor, MA, NAPCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I offer support for those struggling with grief, self-esteem issues, and emotional regulation, as well as those living with chronic illness or work-related stress.
Hello, I am Kate, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles and find balance in your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, or seeking personal growth, I offer a supportive and empathetic environment where we can work together to explore and address your concerns. I work from an integrative approach, with training in CBT, DBT, IFS and psychoanalytical approaches. I am fully accredited with APCP.
I offer support for those struggling with grief, self-esteem issues, and emotional regulation, as well as those living with chronic illness or work-related stress.
Hello, I am Kate, a compassionate therapist dedicated to helping you overcome obstacles and find balance in your life. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, navigating life transitions, or seeking personal growth, I offer a supportive and empathetic environment where we can work together to explore and address your concerns. I work from an integrative approach, with training in CBT, DBT, IFS and psychoanalytical approaches. I am fully accredited with APCP.
(01) 267 6517 x60 View (01) 267 6517 x60
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Laura Cahill
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D09
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl.
I am a psychotherapist at Dublin City University and I also work privately at Prospect Psychotherapy, Glasnevin. I am passionate about pain neuroscience, and I present on psychological conferences and give continuous professional development courses. Languages: English, Hungarian
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl.
I am a psychotherapist at Dublin City University and I also work privately at Prospect Psychotherapy, Glasnevin. I am passionate about pain neuroscience, and I present on psychological conferences and give continuous professional development courses. Languages: English, Hungarian
(01) 267 6692 x54 View (01) 267 6692 x54
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Shane Cosgrave
Counsellor, NAPCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I'm Shane. I have a BSc. (Hons) in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy and I work with adults online. I'm here to listen and support you in whatever way you need. We all have our story. I can support you in writing the next chapter of your life.
Hi, I'm Shane. I have a BSc. (Hons) in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy and I work with adults online. I'm here to listen and support you in whatever way you need. We all have our story. I can support you in writing the next chapter of your life.
(01) 230 8537 x10 View (01) 230 8537 x10
Patricia Maria Murray Coulter
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D12
You may need to unravel confusions in your life, unburden your worries and distress to an experienced non judgmental person who is empathetic and provides confidentiality. someone who has lived through many problems herself and can show survival. I am ready and able to help you.
You may need to unravel confusions in your life, unburden your worries and distress to an experienced non judgmental person who is empathetic and provides confidentiality. someone who has lived through many problems herself and can show survival. I am ready and able to help you.
(01) 267 6536 x95 View (01) 267 6536 x95
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Caitriona King
Psychotherapist, PhD, ICP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D09
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.
(01) 267 6689 View (01) 267 6689
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Nicole Charalambous
Counsellor, APCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I’m passionate about helping people. My aim is to help people identify their underlying problems and to work towards the abilities, talents, and power that each person has. As a Psychotherapist, I maintain Person-Centred and Integrative approaches. I consider the therapeutic relationship between me and the client to be a vital tool for our work together.
I’m passionate about helping people. My aim is to help people identify their underlying problems and to work towards the abilities, talents, and power that each person has. As a Psychotherapist, I maintain Person-Centred and Integrative approaches. I consider the therapeutic relationship between me and the client to be a vital tool for our work together.
(01) 267 6675 x11 View (01) 267 6675 x11
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Lidia Macari
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dublin, County D02
Oftentimes due to circumstances that occurred in early life, we can abandon the self or learn to prioritise others. Therapy is a useful tool in bringing a person back to the self. It can help people to become empowered, to advocate for themselves and to free themselves from the grips of their limited beliefs. It can be an opportunity to learn to pause and rest in a society that values productivity. Therapy can be a useful space to create boundaries to protect your energy in everyday life, or when struggling with depression, anxiety or health issues.
Oftentimes due to circumstances that occurred in early life, we can abandon the self or learn to prioritise others. Therapy is a useful tool in bringing a person back to the self. It can help people to become empowered, to advocate for themselves and to free themselves from the grips of their limited beliefs. It can be an opportunity to learn to pause and rest in a society that values productivity. Therapy can be a useful space to create boundaries to protect your energy in everyday life, or when struggling with depression, anxiety or health issues.
(01) 592 4196 x28 View (01) 592 4196 x28
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Malou Acupuncture Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D02
I have over 25 years of experience in Chinese medicine, and acupuncture treatment for overall well-being. I am a fully accredited psychotherapist, through 4 years of studying counselling and psychotherapy, which enhanced my empathetic understanding of my feelings and others. When Western medicine and philosophy meet Eastern, it allows Mind, Body and Spirit to emerge into ‘ONE’. I believe the change happens when we develop the awareness that we have the capacity “To know, To understand, To act differently”, and know “Imperfection is the Perfection” under a therapeutic relationship between us. Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples.
I have over 25 years of experience in Chinese medicine, and acupuncture treatment for overall well-being. I am a fully accredited psychotherapist, through 4 years of studying counselling and psychotherapy, which enhanced my empathetic understanding of my feelings and others. When Western medicine and philosophy meet Eastern, it allows Mind, Body and Spirit to emerge into ‘ONE’. I believe the change happens when we develop the awareness that we have the capacity “To know, To understand, To act differently”, and know “Imperfection is the Perfection” under a therapeutic relationship between us. Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples.
(01) 267 6675 x79 View (01) 267 6675 x79
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Joanna Kondratowicz McCarthy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Donabate, County Dublin K36
For over 10 years, I’ve helped people navigate anxiety, stress, and life transitions. As a fully accredited IACP psychotherapist, I support individuals facing midlife challenges, peri/menopause, relationship issues, career changes, and life-work balance difficulties. Together, we’ll create a personal sanctuary where you can compassionately explore your needs and emotions while mindfully reconnecting with your body. As you progress, you’ll feel less stressed, more at peace, understood, validated, and emotionally resilient. Sessions are available in English and Polish language.
For over 10 years, I’ve helped people navigate anxiety, stress, and life transitions. As a fully accredited IACP psychotherapist, I support individuals facing midlife challenges, peri/menopause, relationship issues, career changes, and life-work balance difficulties. Together, we’ll create a personal sanctuary where you can compassionately explore your needs and emotions while mindfully reconnecting with your body. As you progress, you’ll feel less stressed, more at peace, understood, validated, and emotionally resilient. Sessions are available in English and Polish language.
(01) 267 6681 x57 View (01) 267 6681 x57
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Cornerstone Therapy - Deirdre Savage
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D12
My training through the humanistic integrative psychotherapy model allows me to draw from diverse approaches to tailor my interventions to the unique needs and preferences of my clients, fostering a holistic and client-centred therapeutic experience. Through our work my aim is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. Counselling will provide you with an opportunity to explore, understand and clarify ways of living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. My role is to help facilitate your growth, whilst respecting your values, personal resources, and capacity for self-determination.
My training through the humanistic integrative psychotherapy model allows me to draw from diverse approaches to tailor my interventions to the unique needs and preferences of my clients, fostering a holistic and client-centred therapeutic experience. Through our work my aim is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration. Counselling will provide you with an opportunity to explore, understand and clarify ways of living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. My role is to help facilitate your growth, whilst respecting your values, personal resources, and capacity for self-determination.
(01) 267 6603 x59 View (01) 267 6603 x59
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Mari Flynn
Psychotherapist, MSc, ICP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Taking the first step in deciding to attend therapy is often the hardest part, it can be difficult to admit to ourselves that we may need the intervention of another to assist us on this journey. Coming to speak allows an individual to be heard in way that is specific to them, a singular , and not to fit the specifics of ticking the boxes. Speaking about your way of experiencing life and it's difficulties and challenges, can free up a person and allow them to look through a different lens.
Taking the first step in deciding to attend therapy is often the hardest part, it can be difficult to admit to ourselves that we may need the intervention of another to assist us on this journey. Coming to speak allows an individual to be heard in way that is specific to them, a singular , and not to fit the specifics of ticking the boxes. Speaking about your way of experiencing life and it's difficulties and challenges, can free up a person and allow them to look through a different lens.
(01) 267 6552 x85 View (01) 267 6552 x85
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Dara Feehan
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D16
My years of experience in working with anxiety, depression and loss has enabled me to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space. By using integrative therapies, I sit with each client and work with their individual needs. I offer a space for clients to express and explore their presenting issues in a comfortable environment.
My years of experience in working with anxiety, depression and loss has enabled me to provide a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space. By using integrative therapies, I sit with each client and work with their individual needs. I offer a space for clients to express and explore their presenting issues in a comfortable environment.
(01) 267 6603 x42 View (01) 267 6603 x42
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Dareth Newton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D04
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
(01) 263 0697 x32 View (01) 263 0697 x32
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Siobhan Elizabeth Hegarty
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.
087 450 0485 View 087 450 0485
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Jessica Riley
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D02
Jessica offers a non-judgmental, empathetic approach to her clients. Jessica has experience in the private and public sectors. Jessica has several years of experience working in addiction, homeless, and children's residential care. As well as working clinically in general and psychiatric care. Jessica has trained as a Lacanian Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. Jessica holds a BA in Psychology and an MA in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Jessica is currently continuing her studies with the School of Psychotherapy, UCD and is a member of the PSI and NAPCP.
Jessica offers a non-judgmental, empathetic approach to her clients. Jessica has experience in the private and public sectors. Jessica has several years of experience working in addiction, homeless, and children's residential care. As well as working clinically in general and psychiatric care. Jessica has trained as a Lacanian Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. Jessica holds a BA in Psychology and an MA in Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy. Jessica is currently continuing her studies with the School of Psychotherapy, UCD and is a member of the PSI and NAPCP.
(01) 267 6527 x59 View (01) 267 6527 x59
Chronic Illness Counsellors

How does therapy for chronic illness work?

Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.

Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?

Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?

No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.

How long does therapy for chronic illness take?

There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.