Codependency Counselling in Rathfarnham

Linda Heavey
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Serves Area
Linda is a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist offering a supportive and confidential space to explore anxiety, emotional distress, and the challenges that can arise at different stages of life. Her work is trauma-informed and grounded in a relational approach. She works collaboratively and with care, supporting greater self-understanding and emotional regulation, helping her clients move toward meaningful and lasting change.
Linda is a humanistic and integrative psychotherapist offering a supportive and confidential space to explore anxiety, emotional distress, and the challenges that can arise at different stages of life. Her work is trauma-informed and grounded in a relational approach. She works collaboratively and with care, supporting greater self-understanding and emotional regulation, helping her clients move toward meaningful and lasting change.
(01) 267 6527 x60 View (01) 267 6527 x60
Helen Pollard
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Time and space dedicated to you and your needs. Clients come to counselling with a broad range of issues, and as unique individuals the approach best suited varies. Taking an integrative (Eclectic) approach allows for the best approach to be utilised. I am an Accredited IACP therapist with a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy, and a Certificate in Child & Adolescent Counselling & Psychotherapy. I have many years experience, and undertake continuous professional development (CPD). Additionally I hold a Masters in Management & Organisational Studies and a BA (Hons) in International Business with many years experience.
Time and space dedicated to you and your needs. Clients come to counselling with a broad range of issues, and as unique individuals the approach best suited varies. Taking an integrative (Eclectic) approach allows for the best approach to be utilised. I am an Accredited IACP therapist with a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy, and a Certificate in Child & Adolescent Counselling & Psychotherapy. I have many years experience, and undertake continuous professional development (CPD). Additionally I hold a Masters in Management & Organisational Studies and a BA (Hons) in International Business with many years experience.
(01) 267 6536 x68 View (01) 267 6536 x68
Allison Elebert
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand, or finding yourself disconnected from who you are? Perhaps you are struggling in relationships, navigating a life transition, or coping with loss. I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what is happening for you at your own pace. I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change, and together we can begin to understand how your early relationships, the roles you adopted to cope, feel safe, or belong, and significant life experiences may still be influencing how you see yourself and relate
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck in patterns that are difficult to understand, or finding yourself disconnected from who you are? Perhaps you are struggling in relationships, navigating a life transition, or coping with loss. I offer a warm, safe, and non-judgemental space where you can explore what is happening for you at your own pace. I believe that a trusting therapeutic relationship is central to meaningful change, and together we can begin to understand how your early relationships, the roles you adopted to cope, feel safe, or belong, and significant life experiences may still be influencing how you see yourself and relate
(01) 263 0697 x78 View (01) 263 0697 x78
Peter Casey
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Serves Area
Therapy can be the difference that makes all the difference. If you are worried about the future and if there are unresolved issues playing on your mind, please give me a call. I am a fully accredited psychotherapist based at City Therapy Dame St. Dublin and online from your private space. I tailor my counselling style to the client’s individual needs in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental setting.
Therapy can be the difference that makes all the difference. If you are worried about the future and if there are unresolved issues playing on your mind, please give me a call. I am a fully accredited psychotherapist based at City Therapy Dame St. Dublin and online from your private space. I tailor my counselling style to the client’s individual needs in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental setting.
(01) 267 6622 x52 View (01) 267 6622 x52
Maxine Walsh
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Serves Area
It can be daunting, picking up the phone or sending an email to request your first counselling session. Chances are you have found yourself here reading this profile because life has become difficult due maybe to excessive worry or a feeling of emptiness or a feeling of being at odds with your loved ones. I would love to hear from you, I believe that I can show you a way forward to peace, contentment, joy and a sense of well-being. “Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place”.
It can be daunting, picking up the phone or sending an email to request your first counselling session. Chances are you have found yourself here reading this profile because life has become difficult due maybe to excessive worry or a feeling of emptiness or a feeling of being at odds with your loved ones. I would love to hear from you, I believe that I can show you a way forward to peace, contentment, joy and a sense of well-being. “Maybe the journey isn’t so much about becoming anything. Maybe it’s about unbecoming everything that isn’t really you, so you can be who you were meant to be in the first place”.
086 664 2752 View 086 664 2752
Seonadh Nic Charthaigh
Psychotherapist, MIACP
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
Gael O'Donnell
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
Do you often feel stuck, overwhelmed, and not in control? Life can be tough, and taking the time to become aware and understand our patterns and struggles to cope can help restore peace of mind and connection to ourselves and others. 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. As a qualified Internal Family Systems therapist, I can help you understand and heal different “parts” of yourself—like that anxious part or critical voice — and support you in reconnecting with your true self.
Do you often feel stuck, overwhelmed, and not in control? Life can be tough, and taking the time to become aware and understand our patterns and struggles to cope can help restore peace of mind and connection to ourselves and others. 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. As a qualified Internal Family Systems therapist, I can help you understand and heal different “parts” of yourself—like that anxious part or critical voice — and support you in reconnecting with your true self.
(01) 233 7903 x56 View (01) 233 7903 x56
Philip Moore
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers. The world we live in is constantly challenging, particularly if we are already feeling stressed or anxious. This stress can lead to lasting feelings of sadness, anxiety or depression. But this does not have to be the case. We all have within us the ability to live a more fulfilled and happier life. A good therapist helps realise this potential by facilitating self-discovery and acceptance and using this for emotional growth.
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers. The world we live in is constantly challenging, particularly if we are already feeling stressed or anxious. This stress can lead to lasting feelings of sadness, anxiety or depression. But this does not have to be the case. We all have within us the ability to live a more fulfilled and happier life. A good therapist helps realise this potential by facilitating self-discovery and acceptance and using this for emotional growth.
(01) 267 6622 x65 View (01) 267 6622 x65
Maeve Keegan
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or not quite yourself lately? Perhaps you feel like you are constantly "spinning plates", trying to keep everything and everyone going while your own needs get pushed aside. Sometimes life can look “fine” on the outside, yet inside things can feel heavier, more difficult, or harder to navigate than they should. If this feels familiar, you are not alone. I offer a safe, confidential, and compassionate space where you can slow things down, explore what is happening, and feel truly heard. All parts of your story past present and future are welcome here.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, or not quite yourself lately? Perhaps you feel like you are constantly "spinning plates", trying to keep everything and everyone going while your own needs get pushed aside. Sometimes life can look “fine” on the outside, yet inside things can feel heavier, more difficult, or harder to navigate than they should. If this feels familiar, you are not alone. I offer a safe, confidential, and compassionate space where you can slow things down, explore what is happening, and feel truly heard. All parts of your story past present and future are welcome here.
(01) 267 6517 x87 View (01) 267 6517 x87
Róisín Quinn Keegan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling anxious, distressed or overwhelmed? Perhaps unexpected life events such as bereavement, loss, relationship break-up or trauma have created a crisis in your life and you are finding it hard to cope. You may feel out of control, depressed and trapped. Change is required yet the path forward is so uncertain. My counselling service offers you a non-judgmental, calm and objective space to discuss what troubles you and find solutions. I work collaboratively, using an integrated therapeutic approach which blends Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Humanistic Therapy which is Trauma Informed and Strengths Focused.
Are you feeling anxious, distressed or overwhelmed? Perhaps unexpected life events such as bereavement, loss, relationship break-up or trauma have created a crisis in your life and you are finding it hard to cope. You may feel out of control, depressed and trapped. Change is required yet the path forward is so uncertain. My counselling service offers you a non-judgmental, calm and objective space to discuss what troubles you and find solutions. I work collaboratively, using an integrated therapeutic approach which blends Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Humanistic Therapy which is Trauma Informed and Strengths Focused.
085 274 2059 View 085 274 2059
Farrah Tayob
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Serves Area
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments.. My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments.. My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
(01) 267 6692 x68 View (01) 267 6692 x68
Aisling Mc Govern Nolan
Counsellor, MIACP
Serves Area
I offer a safe heart centred space to help my clients unpack at a gentle pace that suits them. No problem is too small to bring to counselling. Talking things through with a stranger can help find and bring resources and solutions into sight and is therefore "the gift of therapy". I work with clients experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship problems. Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly to match your requirements. I have a wide range of training and approaches such as choice therapy, Positive thinking, meditation, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and shamanism.
I offer a safe heart centred space to help my clients unpack at a gentle pace that suits them. No problem is too small to bring to counselling. Talking things through with a stranger can help find and bring resources and solutions into sight and is therefore "the gift of therapy". I work with clients experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, and relationship problems. Sessions can be weekly or fortnightly to match your requirements. I have a wide range of training and approaches such as choice therapy, Positive thinking, meditation, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and shamanism.
(01) 267 6517 x44 View (01) 267 6517 x44
Margot Mary Ussher
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I have been working with clients since 2006 and my aim is always to offer a space for each client, adolescent or adult, to feel comfortable and safe. It is important to me to offer an experience of ease and flow to the client. I work in a non-judgement and real way which I have found leads the client into a relaxed place within themselves. I am holistically focused, so this means I have quite a few tools in the toolbox to approach the various topics or issues which arise in each session. My motto is Answering the Call of The Heart and embody this in my everyday practice and that spills into my work in the therapy room.
I have been working with clients since 2006 and my aim is always to offer a space for each client, adolescent or adult, to feel comfortable and safe. It is important to me to offer an experience of ease and flow to the client. I work in a non-judgement and real way which I have found leads the client into a relaxed place within themselves. I am holistically focused, so this means I have quite a few tools in the toolbox to approach the various topics or issues which arise in each session. My motto is Answering the Call of The Heart and embody this in my everyday practice and that spills into my work in the therapy room.
(01) 267 6552 x72 View (01) 267 6552 x72
Bernie McCormack
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Have you reached a turning point in your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with difficult relationships? Many of the people I work with are experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, family conflict, grief, life transitions, or the impact of emotionally abusive or narcissistic relationships. As an Integrative Psychotherapist and IFS-informed therapist, I provide a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental space where we can explore these challenges. Together, we can develop greater self-awareness, healthier boundaries, a stronger sense of self-worth and a deeper understanding of relationship patterns.
Have you reached a turning point in your life? Are you feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or struggling with difficult relationships? Many of the people I work with are experiencing anxiety, low self-esteem, family conflict, grief, life transitions, or the impact of emotionally abusive or narcissistic relationships. As an Integrative Psychotherapist and IFS-informed therapist, I provide a warm, compassionate, non-judgemental space where we can explore these challenges. Together, we can develop greater self-awareness, healthier boundaries, a stronger sense of self-worth and a deeper understanding of relationship patterns.
(01) 568 2872 x70 View (01) 568 2872 x70

More Therapists Nearby

Scully Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Online Only
I have expertise in childhood trauma, attachment wounds, adoption, codependency, family and relationship difficulties and anxiety.
Ireland’s online therapist specialising in adoption, childhood trauma through Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR). Hello, I'm Eimear Scully, an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years' experience supporting adults across Ireland. I offer online therapy for people affected by childhood trauma, adoption, high-functioning anxiety, and other trauma. Many of my clients appear to cope well outwardly while experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship difficulties, or a persistent sense of not feeling good enough. These patterns often stem from early life experiences and attachment wounds.
I have expertise in childhood trauma, attachment wounds, adoption, codependency, family and relationship difficulties and anxiety.
Ireland’s online therapist specialising in adoption, childhood trauma through Deep Brain Reorienting (DBR). Hello, I'm Eimear Scully, an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years' experience supporting adults across Ireland. I offer online therapy for people affected by childhood trauma, adoption, high-functioning anxiety, and other trauma. Many of my clients appear to cope well outwardly while experiencing anxiety, self-doubt, perfectionism, people-pleasing, relationship difficulties, or a persistent sense of not feeling good enough. These patterns often stem from early life experiences and attachment wounds.
(01) 267 6622 x94 View (01) 267 6622 x94
Samantha Doyle
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Saggart, County Dublin D24
I Specialise in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery. I suffered from anxiety&panic attacks for 22yrs due to bullying & narcissistic abuse, which held my back from achieving my goals until I got help. Being a Co-dependent people pleaser meant that I was putting other people’s wants and needs before my own, trying to get acceptance, manage the situation and to keep the peace. This was exhausting until I learned how to take my personal power back
I Specialise in Narcissistic Abuse Recovery. I suffered from anxiety&panic attacks for 22yrs due to bullying & narcissistic abuse, which held my back from achieving my goals until I got help. Being a Co-dependent people pleaser meant that I was putting other people’s wants and needs before my own, trying to get acceptance, manage the situation and to keep the peace. This was exhausting until I learned how to take my personal power back
(01) 267 6536 x47 View (01) 267 6536 x47
Unfurl Art Therapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County D14
Hello, my name is Ciara, Psychotherapist, Art Therapist, owner of Unfurl Art Therapy. I'm fully accredited with IACP and hold an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Art Therapy. But more important than the qualifications - I have lived through some dark and difficult 'stuff' and come out the other side! And now I work with clients to shine some light as they go through their own dark, difficult and chaotic experiences. We can use art or we can just talk. And believe it or not, we'll have a laugh too! Either way, I believe you will come through whatever is difficult for you right now.
Hello, my name is Ciara, Psychotherapist, Art Therapist, owner of Unfurl Art Therapy. I'm fully accredited with IACP and hold an MSc in Creative Arts Psychotherapy and BA (Hons) in Integrative Counselling and Art Therapy. But more important than the qualifications - I have lived through some dark and difficult 'stuff' and come out the other side! And now I work with clients to shine some light as they go through their own dark, difficult and chaotic experiences. We can use art or we can just talk. And believe it or not, we'll have a laugh too! Either way, I believe you will come through whatever is difficult for you right now.
(01) 267 6675 x76 View (01) 267 6675 x76
StillPoint Therapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dublin, County D03
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with low mood or anxiety? Have you experienced a loss or bereavement, relationship difficulties, or a critical illness? Have you recently received a diagnosis of autism, or are you wondering whether neurodiversity plays a part in how you experience the world? Perhaps your LGBT+ journey feels difficult right now. If you're looking for clarity, relief, a stronger sense of self, or a space where you can speak freely and feel understood, this is a safe space for you.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling with low mood or anxiety? Have you experienced a loss or bereavement, relationship difficulties, or a critical illness? Have you recently received a diagnosis of autism, or are you wondering whether neurodiversity plays a part in how you experience the world? Perhaps your LGBT+ journey feels difficult right now. If you're looking for clarity, relief, a stronger sense of self, or a space where you can speak freely and feel understood, this is a safe space for you.
(01) 233 7903 x43 View (01) 233 7903 x43
Poliana Mihaela Aniculaesei
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Dublin, County D6W
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
Mihaela Poliana Aniculaesei (MIACP) completed a Masters Psychotherapy for for Couples, Families and Children in 2011, full qualification in Gestalt Therapy in 2013 and a Diploma in Trauma Therapy in 2019. She also has full qualifications in EFT, WRAP and Capacitar, which provide crucial tools in working work with PTSD/trauma. She incorporates her Family Constellation training, mindfulness and dream work from a Gestalt Therapy approach into her work. Where appropriate she also incorporates motivational interviewing and solution focused therapy. She is a fully accredited member of IACP.
(01) 230 8537 x21 View (01) 230 8537 x21
Tree of Life Counselling and Therapy Centre
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Malahide, County Dublin K36
A positive first step towards greater well-being. Committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care, our warm & professional team of counsellors and psychotherapists offer a safe, non judgmental environment. Helping you to reach your therapy goals and empowering you to explore, discover and clarify ways of living more resourcefully towards greater wellbeing. Our team brings an array of qualifications and modalities. We offer a free initial chat by phone with our clinic manager who can best direct you to the team member best suited to your needs.
A positive first step towards greater well-being. Committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care, our warm & professional team of counsellors and psychotherapists offer a safe, non judgmental environment. Helping you to reach your therapy goals and empowering you to explore, discover and clarify ways of living more resourcefully towards greater wellbeing. Our team brings an array of qualifications and modalities. We offer a free initial chat by phone with our clinic manager who can best direct you to the team member best suited to your needs.
(01) 267 6681 x32 View (01) 267 6681 x32
Codependency Counsellors
What therapy types help with codependency problems?
Both couples and family therapy and cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT) can help with the relationship difficulties referred to as codependency. Such problems typically include inappropriate feelings of responsibility for a loved one’s destructive behavior, irrational patterns of thinking about such behavior, and family interaction patterns in which the needs of one troubled member override the needs of others in a household.

What happens in therapy for codependency?
Spouses and family members learn and practice how to interact and support each other in a healthy way without sacrificing their own needs or well-being. They learn the limits of their responsibility for their loved ones and correct faulty patterns of thinking and feeling that underlie codependent behavior. Individuals may be encouraged to nurture an array of social relationships and to cultivate their own talents and interests so that they develop a healthy sense of self outside the family.

How does therapy help a person or couple overcome codependency?
Therapy helps people establish healthy ways of being in a relationship. Spouses and family members learn how to nurture and support one another without sacrificing their own needs or allowing the needs of one person to dominate the dynamic. Individuals learn how to say no and set boundaries, and how to maintain their own identity and self-esteem. Therapy helps people understand that they are not responsible for the feelings and actions of others. It also helps individuals deal with the turbulence that can come from living with a person suffering from such conditions as substance abuse and mental illness.

What is the goal of therapy for codependency?
One goal of therapy for codependency is to alleviate feelings of responsibility for and correct irrational patterns of thinking about loved ones whose behavioral problems override the needs of others in a household. Therapy helps people establish healthy boundaries of behavior and speak up for their own needs in a relationship. In addition, people learn how to maintain a healthy relationship, one in which both parties give and receive equally and are able to retain their own identity.