Psychodynamic Counselling in Santry
A compassionate and committed psychotherapist with a passion for fostering personal growth and healing. I believe in building strong, empathetic connections with my clients, creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can openly express themselves. I work with clients from all backgrounds experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, suicide ideation, trauma and GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity).
A compassionate and committed psychotherapist with a passion for fostering personal growth and healing. I believe in building strong, empathetic connections with my clients, creating a supportive, non-judgmental space where they can openly express themselves. I work with clients from all backgrounds experiencing challenges such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, suicide ideation, trauma and GSRD (Gender, Sexuality and Relationship Diversity).
If you're struggling with your mental health I can help. I have years of experience working with anxiety, low mood, poor self esteem, bereavement, relationship problems, anger issues, stress, bullying, work issues, and more. I have weekday, evening and weekend sessions available. Please feel free to get in touch for more information.
If you're struggling with your mental health I can help. I have years of experience working with anxiety, low mood, poor self esteem, bereavement, relationship problems, anger issues, stress, bullying, work issues, and more. I have weekday, evening and weekend sessions available. Please feel free to get in touch for more information.
Blending humanistic, relational, and psychodynamic therapy, I create a warm, judgment-free space.
If your mind races, motivation falters, or life feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. I work with adults, especially those with ADHD or neurodivergent experiences, as well as anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, anger, or relationship challenges. Together we make sense of your thoughts, manage emotions, and develop strategies that actually work—helping you feel more in control, understood, and able to move forward.
Blending humanistic, relational, and psychodynamic therapy, I create a warm, judgment-free space.
If your mind races, motivation falters, or life feels overwhelming, you’re not alone. I work with adults, especially those with ADHD or neurodivergent experiences, as well as anyone struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, low self-esteem, anger, or relationship challenges. Together we make sense of your thoughts, manage emotions, and develop strategies that actually work—helping you feel more in control, understood, and able to move forward.
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.
As an Integrative therapist (I use a combination of psychodynamic and humanistic approaches).
My name is Leone Holden. I offer an inclusive, flexible practice, which provides tailored therapy for both neurotypical and neurodivergent clients.
I support clients who are navigating the following issues: anxiety, depression, burnout, bereavement, separation/divorce, life transitions (menopause), bullying, low self-esteem, work/ relationship issues.
When working with neurodiverse clients I use a neurodiversity-affirming approach. This approach respects Autistic/AuDHD client’s communication styles and sensory needs and promotes a postive neurodivergent identity.
As an Integrative therapist (I use a combination of psychodynamic and humanistic approaches).
My name is Leone Holden. I offer an inclusive, flexible practice, which provides tailored therapy for both neurotypical and neurodivergent clients.
I support clients who are navigating the following issues: anxiety, depression, burnout, bereavement, separation/divorce, life transitions (menopause), bullying, low self-esteem, work/ relationship issues.
When working with neurodiverse clients I use a neurodiversity-affirming approach. This approach respects Autistic/AuDHD client’s communication styles and sensory needs and promotes a postive neurodivergent identity.
Through my practice in Core Process Psychotherapy, I believe in the power of presence, listening and finding understanding. My approach is rooted in compassion and respect, aiming to guide you towards emotional well-being. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, struggling with relationships, or seeking clarity in your thoughts and feelings, I am here to offer support. My sessions provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. I work collaboratively to find solutions that meets your Fully Accredited member of Irish Assoc Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy IAHIP.
Through my practice in Core Process Psychotherapy, I believe in the power of presence, listening and finding understanding. My approach is rooted in compassion and respect, aiming to guide you towards emotional well-being. Whether you're facing challenges in your personal life, struggling with relationships, or seeking clarity in your thoughts and feelings, I am here to offer support. My sessions provide a safe and confidential space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions freely. I work collaboratively to find solutions that meets your Fully Accredited member of Irish Assoc Humanistic & Integrative Psychotherapy IAHIP.
Combining a person-centered approach with psychodynamic principles, I aim to help you deepen self-awareness, recognise patterns, and create meaningful change.
There are moments in life when it feels difficult to navigate the challenges we face, whether due to overwhelming emotions, unresolved experiences, or simply not feeling like ourselves. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood, no matter what you are going through.
With a Master’s in Psychotherapy and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, my practice is grounded in a strong foundation of training and ethical standards, balanced by a genuine and empathetic approach to ensure you feel respected and supported.
Combining a person-centered approach with psychodynamic principles, I aim to help you deepen self-awareness, recognise patterns, and create meaningful change.
There are moments in life when it feels difficult to navigate the challenges we face, whether due to overwhelming emotions, unresolved experiences, or simply not feeling like ourselves. As a psychotherapist, my goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where you feel truly heard and understood, no matter what you are going through.
With a Master’s in Psychotherapy and a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology, my practice is grounded in a strong foundation of training and ethical standards, balanced by a genuine and empathetic approach to ensure you feel respected and supported.
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That includes: Gestalt therapy - (the importance of being aware of the here and now), Psychodynamic therapy - (changing problematic behaviours, feelings, and thoughts), Cognitive therapy - (changing our thoughts, to change how we feel and what we do) and Existential therapy - (exploring free will, self-determination and the search for meaning).
I provide the atmosphere of comfort and safety as well as confidentiality to encourage trust and support the healing process with care and respect. Helping with: anxiety, depression, low self-worth, relationship issues, identity crisis, loss and bereavement, self-sabotage, healing trauma (from childhood or adulthood), life purpose and other.
That includes: Gestalt therapy - (the importance of being aware of the here and now), Psychodynamic therapy - (changing problematic behaviours, feelings, and thoughts), Cognitive therapy - (changing our thoughts, to change how we feel and what we do) and Existential therapy - (exploring free will, self-determination and the search for meaning).
I provide the atmosphere of comfort and safety as well as confidentiality to encourage trust and support the healing process with care and respect. Helping with: anxiety, depression, low self-worth, relationship issues, identity crisis, loss and bereavement, self-sabotage, healing trauma (from childhood or adulthood), life purpose and other.
I work with people who are struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or others. Many come carrying the effects of stress, trauma, life transitions, identity questions, or the demands of caring for others, and are seeking a space where they can slow down, be met with care, and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing. I am a lecturer in psychotherapy and I bring to the therapeutic room my expertise in the field. I offer psychotherapy to adolescents and their parents, adults, and supervision to psychotherapists and other mental health practitioners.
I work with people who are struggling emotionally, feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected from themselves or others. Many come carrying the effects of stress, trauma, life transitions, identity questions, or the demands of caring for others, and are seeking a space where they can slow down, be met with care, and begin to make sense of what they are experiencing. I am a lecturer in psychotherapy and I bring to the therapeutic room my expertise in the field. I offer psychotherapy to adolescents and their parents, adults, and supervision to psychotherapists and other mental health practitioners.
I am a kind, empathetic listener who is open to really hearing you, who is non-judgemental and can help you explore routes to resolve what brings you to therapy.
A mix of head and heart that can help you find your own solutions, backed up by professional training and life experience
I am a kind, empathetic listener who is open to really hearing you, who is non-judgemental and can help you explore routes to resolve what brings you to therapy.
A mix of head and heart that can help you find your own solutions, backed up by professional training and life experience
My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a blend of different approaches that include person-centred principles, psychodynamic theories, systemic insights, as well as cognitive/behavioural methods.
Life can be challenging and we all experience emotional pain and distress from time to time. It can be helpful to explore these struggles with someone supportive and, as a qualified psychotherapist and a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I can offer you support, guidance and understanding when you are experiencing problems and difficulties.
I deal with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to talk about your difficulties and feel heard.
My therapeutic style is integrative which means I use a blend of different approaches that include person-centred principles, psychodynamic theories, systemic insights, as well as cognitive/behavioural methods.
Life can be challenging and we all experience emotional pain and distress from time to time. It can be helpful to explore these struggles with someone supportive and, as a qualified psychotherapist and a member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), I can offer you support, guidance and understanding when you are experiencing problems and difficulties.
I deal with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, stress, trauma. My focus is on creating a safe, non-judgmental space where you feel comfortable to talk about your difficulties and feel heard.
It's okay if you don't know exactly where to start—sometimes, just needing a safe, warm space to be heard is enough. If you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, please know you don't have to carry it all on your own. Hi, I’m Yolanda. I provide warm, compassionate therapy in Bray and online.
I believe that many of our current struggles come from learned patterns—ways we had to adapt to our environment or family dynamics just to get by. Together, we can work to help you discover who you truly are beyond those old survival patterns.
It's okay if you don't know exactly where to start—sometimes, just needing a safe, warm space to be heard is enough. If you are feeling overwhelmed or disconnected, please know you don't have to carry it all on your own. Hi, I’m Yolanda. I provide warm, compassionate therapy in Bray and online.
I believe that many of our current struggles come from learned patterns—ways we had to adapt to our environment or family dynamics just to get by. Together, we can work to help you discover who you truly are beyond those old survival patterns.
Hi, my name is Jennifer and I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist who holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy from DBS. Currently a pre-accredited member of IACP and abide by their code of ethics. My approach to therapy is from a humanistic perspective, which recognises each person's own individuality and allows for a flexible approach to therapy depending on the person.
Hi, my name is Jennifer and I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist who holds a BA (Hons) in Counselling & Psychotherapy from DBS. Currently a pre-accredited member of IACP and abide by their code of ethics. My approach to therapy is from a humanistic perspective, which recognises each person's own individuality and allows for a flexible approach to therapy depending on the person.
I integrate EMDR, Psychodrama, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Experiential Play Therapy according to each client's story and goals.
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
I integrate EMDR, Psychodrama, Psychodynamic Therapy, Gottman Couple Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, and Experiential Play Therapy according to each client's story and goals.
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
Would you like a safe, non judgmental space to deal with difficult issues impacting your life? Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression or symptoms related to childhood/ adult trauma or PTSD. As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I aim to provide a non judgemental space to support you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you. I can help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
Would you like a safe, non judgmental space to deal with difficult issues impacting your life? Are you experiencing grief, anxiety, depression or symptoms related to childhood/ adult trauma or PTSD. As a psychotherapist with over 13 years experience, I understand how daunting it can be to acknowledge & address such issues. I aim to provide a non judgemental space to support you to do just this. Using a strengths based approach, I can facilitate you to gain an understanding of yourself & the life around you. I can help you develop your own individual resources & coping mechanisms which you can then apply to your life going forward.
Are you finding it difficult to cope or having problems in your relationships? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or you find yourself overthinking? Psychotherapy can help you connect with yourself, make sense of your experiences and find solutions. I believe that life is complex and no two people experience it the same way. Therefore therapy is not a 'one size fits all'. I draw on years of experience as a therapist and I integrate approaches so that the therapeutic space is centred on you and your needs.
Are you finding it difficult to cope or having problems in your relationships? Perhaps you feel overwhelmed by your emotions or you find yourself overthinking? Psychotherapy can help you connect with yourself, make sense of your experiences and find solutions. I believe that life is complex and no two people experience it the same way. Therefore therapy is not a 'one size fits all'. I draw on years of experience as a therapist and I integrate approaches so that the therapeutic space is centred on you and your needs.
We provide an affirming and empowering space for folks from the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled communities. As practitioners who are part of these communities ourselves, we draw on our own journeys so that therapy feels relatable, human, and down-to-earth. Our goal is to support you as you work through emotions and challenges at your own pace. We are experienced in working with late-identified neurodivergent adults, and those questioning their identity post diagnosis / identification.
We provide an affirming and empowering space for folks from the LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, chronically ill and disabled communities. As practitioners who are part of these communities ourselves, we draw on our own journeys so that therapy feels relatable, human, and down-to-earth. Our goal is to support you as you work through emotions and challenges at your own pace. We are experienced in working with late-identified neurodivergent adults, and those questioning their identity post diagnosis / identification.
I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).
I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).
“One day, in retrospect, the years of struggle will strike you as the most beautiful”. My work is psychoanalytically oriented and is based on the belief that you already have the solution. So, let’s find it! The practice of psychoanalytic psychotherapy recognises that often, the language (verbal and non-verbal) of that solution only needs to be heard in order to be consciously realised and put into action. I will help you identify and define this language.
“One day, in retrospect, the years of struggle will strike you as the most beautiful”. My work is psychoanalytically oriented and is based on the belief that you already have the solution. So, let’s find it! The practice of psychoanalytic psychotherapy recognises that often, the language (verbal and non-verbal) of that solution only needs to be heard in order to be consciously realised and put into action. I will help you identify and define this language.
I work with aspects of your mental health affected on becoming a mother or father eg.., anxiety, depression, Infertility, pregnancy loss, artificial reproductive technology, pre-natal crisis pregnancy, child bereavement, parenting styles, relationships, separation,domestic violence, and how adverse childhood experiences and trauma are affecting your experience of parenthood. I have a special interest in Peri-Natal Mental Health. This includes understanding issues arising for mothers and fathers from the time of conception up until the child is 5 years old.
I work with aspects of your mental health affected on becoming a mother or father eg.., anxiety, depression, Infertility, pregnancy loss, artificial reproductive technology, pre-natal crisis pregnancy, child bereavement, parenting styles, relationships, separation,domestic violence, and how adverse childhood experiences and trauma are affecting your experience of parenthood. I have a special interest in Peri-Natal Mental Health. This includes understanding issues arising for mothers and fathers from the time of conception up until the child is 5 years old.
Nearby Psychodynamic Counsellors Searches for Santry
- Ballsbridge
- Blanchardstown
- Castleknock
- Donabate
- Dublin
- Finglas
- Howth
- Kinsealy
- Malahide
- Portmarnock
- Rathmines
- Swords
Psychodynamic Counsellors
Is psychodynamic therapy evidence-based?
Studies have found psychodynamic therapy to be effective in treating conditions like social anxiety, eating disorders, chronic pain, some personality disorders, and depression; indeed, some studies have found it to be just as effective as CBT or medication. What’s more, several studies have found that the benefits of psychodynamic therapy tend to endure—even grow—long after treatment has ended.
How long does psychodynamic therapy last?
Unlike CBT and other more structured forms of therapy, psychodynamic therapy tends to be open-ended and may not be limited to a set number of sessions. It is common for clients to be in therapy for a year or longer and to see their therapist one to three times a week, though the exact schedule and timeline may vary depending on a client’s challenges and progress. However, brief psychodynamic therapy is available, which tends to be more goal-oriented and typically unfolds over 16 to 30 sessions.
Does psychodynamic therapy work?
Research finds that psychodynamic therapy can help someone manage or reduce symptoms of diagnosable mental health conditions like depression or anxiety. The modality may also offer a range of benefits that are harder to measure but just as valuable—such as increased self-worth or healthier relationships. While no therapy type will work for everyone, research and anecdotal evidence suggest that psychodynamic therapy can be highly effective.
What are the limitations of psychodynamic therapy?
Some meta-analyses have concluded that there is little evidence to suggest that psychodynamic therapy can effectively treat certain mental health conditions such as PTSD, OCD, or psychosis, though it is sometimes used to do so. More broadly, the open-ended, free-association structure of psychodynamic therapy may be frustrating for clients who prefer a more structured, time-limited, or goal-oriented approach.