Attachment-based Counselling in Swords
There are many people who experience overwhelming emotion and find it challenging to cope with the stressors of life. Psychotherapy can offer you a safe and confidential environment to fully express yourself and sort through those difficult emotions. I will work with you collaboratively, at your own pace, exploring the areas in your life, past and present, that may be inhibiting your overall happiness and well-being. I work with an array of issues, including, but not confined to depression, anxiety, family & work difficulties, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, childhood trauma, loss & grief.
There are many people who experience overwhelming emotion and find it challenging to cope with the stressors of life. Psychotherapy can offer you a safe and confidential environment to fully express yourself and sort through those difficult emotions. I will work with you collaboratively, at your own pace, exploring the areas in your life, past and present, that may be inhibiting your overall happiness and well-being. I work with an array of issues, including, but not confined to depression, anxiety, family & work difficulties, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, childhood trauma, loss & grief.
Emerald Mind’s Psychotherapy (Rachel McCarthy)
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Swords, County Dublin K67
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges. My goal is to provide you with a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore these struggles and rediscover your sense of balance and fulfillment. Together, we will uncover your inner strengths, work through challenging emotions, and create strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're navigating stress, anxiety, depression, grief, or relationship challenges. My goal is to provide you with a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space to explore these struggles and rediscover your sense of balance and fulfillment. Together, we will uncover your inner strengths, work through challenging emotions, and create strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
Annmarie - Always Listening Therapy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Swords, County Dublin K67
I have worked with many clients with a variety of different issues to include anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, family difficulties, work related stress, financial worries, childhood trauma, attachment difficulties, historical abuse, bereavement, loss & grief, & neurodivergent clients, to name a few.
If I feel I am not best equipped to help you with your particular concern I will always declare that & try to point you in the direction of a therapist that is. My primary aim is always your care & safety.
I have worked with many clients with a variety of different issues to include anxiety, depression, relationship breakdown, family difficulties, work related stress, financial worries, childhood trauma, attachment difficulties, historical abuse, bereavement, loss & grief, & neurodivergent clients, to name a few.
If I feel I am not best equipped to help you with your particular concern I will always declare that & try to point you in the direction of a therapist that is. My primary aim is always your care & safety.
LMC Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swords, County Dublin K67
Are you or you struggling to cope with some of life's difficulties? Know that support is available here. Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a safe, confidential and non-judgememtal space where you can feel heard and have the space to process any issues that may be causing you anxiety.
Are you or you struggling to cope with some of life's difficulties? Know that support is available here. Counselling and Psychotherapy provides a safe, confidential and non-judgememtal space where you can feel heard and have the space to process any issues that may be causing you anxiety.
Deirdre Fahy ADHD & Autism Therapist
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Swords, County Dublin K67
Waitlist for new clients
Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or Autism or are you considering a diagnosis? As a diagnosed ADHD therapist with traits of Autism, my special focus is working with adult clients pre and post diagnosis. I have personal and professional knowledge of the co-occurrence of life long generalised anxiety disorder, bouts of depression, social anxiety and burnout that accompany the neurodivergent client.
I also offer informed couples therapy for couples where one or more of you may be neurodivergent. I have immediate availability for brief couples therapy for ADHD and Autistic partners. Get in touch if you are interested.
Have you been diagnosed with ADHD or Autism or are you considering a diagnosis? As a diagnosed ADHD therapist with traits of Autism, my special focus is working with adult clients pre and post diagnosis. I have personal and professional knowledge of the co-occurrence of life long generalised anxiety disorder, bouts of depression, social anxiety and burnout that accompany the neurodivergent client.
I also offer informed couples therapy for couples where one or more of you may be neurodivergent. I have immediate availability for brief couples therapy for ADHD and Autistic partners. Get in touch if you are interested.
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.
Many people experience challenging emotions that they need help exploring. I offer a safe and supportive environment that supports this ,so you can explore any issues that might be affecting your overall well-being and happiness. In our sessions, you will be offered a therapeutic and non judgemental space to allow yourself to fully express yourself. We will work together to uncover and work through difficult emotions, offering you the opportunity to move towards self acceptance.
Many people experience challenging emotions that they need help exploring. I offer a safe and supportive environment that supports this ,so you can explore any issues that might be affecting your overall well-being and happiness. In our sessions, you will be offered a therapeutic and non judgemental space to allow yourself to fully express yourself. We will work together to uncover and work through difficult emotions, offering you the opportunity to move towards self acceptance.
There are many reasons people go to counselling; to resolve deep rooted problems from the past, help to overcome current challenges and/or worries about the future. Everyone is unique and we can work together to create a counselling journey that’s right for you, in total confidence. This is a supportive, confidential safe space to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you have concerns about your mental health, and need a supportive space to talk though these issues, please get in touch.
There are many reasons people go to counselling; to resolve deep rooted problems from the past, help to overcome current challenges and/or worries about the future. Everyone is unique and we can work together to create a counselling journey that’s right for you, in total confidence. This is a supportive, confidential safe space to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you have concerns about your mental health, and need a supportive space to talk though these issues, please get in touch.
As a counsellor and psychotherapist of 15 years, I have worked with adults and adolescents from the age of 11 years. I know how important choosing the right counsellor/psychotherapist is and the courage it takes to start this journey. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is integral for growth and healing. I create a compassionate, safe, non judgemental environment in which to work with clients. I work from a humanistic and integrative perspective and help clients see their own potential as they work through their difficulties.
As a counsellor and psychotherapist of 15 years, I have worked with adults and adolescents from the age of 11 years. I know how important choosing the right counsellor/psychotherapist is and the courage it takes to start this journey. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is integral for growth and healing. I create a compassionate, safe, non judgemental environment in which to work with clients. I work from a humanistic and integrative perspective and help clients see their own potential as they work through their difficulties.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and have maintained a private practice n the greater Dublin area for almost twenty years. I work with clients to help address issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship problems and many more. I believe in working in a collaborative way with my clients and strive to create a strong working relationship while being sensitive to and aware of my clients emotional struggles and difficulties.
I am an experienced counsellor and psychotherapist and have maintained a private practice n the greater Dublin area for almost twenty years. I work with clients to help address issues such as addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship problems and many more. I believe in working in a collaborative way with my clients and strive to create a strong working relationship while being sensitive to and aware of my clients emotional struggles and difficulties.
SMC Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
As we move through life, many factors and situations can affect our mental health. Whether that is job satisfaction, grievances, loss of purpose, anxiety over your future or identity issues. It is a courageous step to go to therapy. Therapy can offer a space just for you, to explore your inner strengths, identify goals and deepen your understanding of your own wants and needs. SMC Counselling and Psychotherapy offers you a place to gain awareness and insight, learn how to cope with difficulties that arise in your life, and learn strategies to cope with unhelpful thoughts.
As we move through life, many factors and situations can affect our mental health. Whether that is job satisfaction, grievances, loss of purpose, anxiety over your future or identity issues. It is a courageous step to go to therapy. Therapy can offer a space just for you, to explore your inner strengths, identify goals and deepen your understanding of your own wants and needs. SMC Counselling and Psychotherapy offers you a place to gain awareness and insight, learn how to cope with difficulties that arise in your life, and learn strategies to cope with unhelpful thoughts.
Meet Our Attachment-based Counsellors
My work as a therapist is very rewarding. Being a facilitator of personal growth, I get to witness people transform, connecting with themselves on a deeper level becoming a more authentic version of themselves. Its lovely seeing someone evolve having built new resources and self-acceptance discovering a new zest for life. I get to meet courageous and resilient people and sharing their experiences is a real privilege.
My work as a therapist is very rewarding. Being a facilitator of personal growth, I get to witness people transform, connecting with themselves on a deeper level becoming a more authentic version of themselves. Its lovely seeing someone evolve having built new resources and self-acceptance discovering a new zest for life. I get to meet courageous and resilient people and sharing their experiences is a real privilege.
Clarity Counselling is an affordable, professional counselling service based in Malahide, Co. Dublin. I provide counselling and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My service is committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care. I also provide a limited number of hours at low cost rates for students, unemployed/OAP’s.
Clarity Counselling is an affordable, professional counselling service based in Malahide, Co. Dublin. I provide counselling and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My service is committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care. I also provide a limited number of hours at low cost rates for students, unemployed/OAP’s.
Orla Barnes is a qualified Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working in private practice. Orla works with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, self harm, relationship and family issues, grief, loss and bereavement, self esteem and personal development, perinatal mental health and fertility. Orla approaches her work with warmth, compassion and non judgement. Orla values the unique experience of each individual and deeply trusts in the enormous potential within.
Orla Barnes is a qualified Humanistic and Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist working in private practice. Orla works with a wide range of issues including depression, anxiety, self harm, relationship and family issues, grief, loss and bereavement, self esteem and personal development, perinatal mental health and fertility. Orla approaches her work with warmth, compassion and non judgement. Orla values the unique experience of each individual and deeply trusts in the enormous potential within.
FullCircle Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling to find clarity? You don’t have to navigate this alone. I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard. Together, we’ll explore your challenges and build a path toward healing and growth. As a psychotherapist, I take an integrative approach rooted in humanistic care, tailoring therapy to your unique journey. I have specialised training in CBT-E for eating disorders, trauma-informed bereavement therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Are you feeling lost, overwhelmed, or struggling to find clarity? You don’t have to navigate this alone. I work with adults and adolescents, offering a warm, judgment-free space where you can feel truly heard. Together, we’ll explore your challenges and build a path toward healing and growth. As a psychotherapist, I take an integrative approach rooted in humanistic care, tailoring therapy to your unique journey. I have specialised training in CBT-E for eating disorders, trauma-informed bereavement therapy, and trauma-informed care.
Anemoi Therapy; Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hi, I am Judith Butterly, founder of Anemoi Therapy. I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and a fully accredited IACP member. I counsel Individuals and Couples seeking support for issues affecting their emotional or physical well-being. I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help; that is why Anemoi Therapy provides a serene, warm and calming environment in which clients can feel safe and secure as they begin their therapeutic journey. I am a mother and also a foster parent; I offer support and encouragement to other foster parents and their families as they embark on their fostering journey.
Hi, I am Judith Butterly, founder of Anemoi Therapy. I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and a fully accredited IACP member. I counsel Individuals and Couples seeking support for issues affecting their emotional or physical well-being. I understand how difficult it can be to reach out and ask for help; that is why Anemoi Therapy provides a serene, warm and calming environment in which clients can feel safe and secure as they begin their therapeutic journey. I am a mother and also a foster parent; I offer support and encouragement to other foster parents and their families as they embark on their fostering journey.
Linda is a Psychotherapist and Life Coach. Linda implements her own innovative approach to coaching, which is a hybrid of psychotherapy & coaching. No matter what you've been through or what your facing, as you apply the practices of coaching, you will discover how to generate the change you want to make in your life. Through the coaching experience your essential self emerges in a most organic way. Linda is the Author of the book " LIfe/Work Coaching & the process of Self-Discovery"
Linda is a Psychotherapist and Life Coach. Linda implements her own innovative approach to coaching, which is a hybrid of psychotherapy & coaching. No matter what you've been through or what your facing, as you apply the practices of coaching, you will discover how to generate the change you want to make in your life. Through the coaching experience your essential self emerges in a most organic way. Linda is the Author of the book " LIfe/Work Coaching & the process of Self-Discovery"
Tara O'Donnell-Killen
Psychologist, MSc, MBPsS
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Hello and welcome.
I offer highly personalised, deeply integrative support for a small number of individuals and families navigating life after a neurodivergent identification (e.g. Autistic, ADHD). I’m the founder and leader of Thriving Autistic, a global nonprofit supporting neurodivergent adults in 19 countries.
My work sits at the intersection of psychology, sensory awareness, relational clarity, and systems change. I work especially well with individuals whose lives are layered, high-stakes, or in significant transition — including senior leaders, professionals, and those seeking more than traditional therapy alone can offer.
Hello and welcome.
I offer highly personalised, deeply integrative support for a small number of individuals and families navigating life after a neurodivergent identification (e.g. Autistic, ADHD). I’m the founder and leader of Thriving Autistic, a global nonprofit supporting neurodivergent adults in 19 countries.
My work sits at the intersection of psychology, sensory awareness, relational clarity, and systems change. I work especially well with individuals whose lives are layered, high-stakes, or in significant transition — including senior leaders, professionals, and those seeking more than traditional therapy alone can offer.
I work with clients who have problems with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Workplace Stress, Eating disorders, Self-esteem issues, Relationship difficulties, Sexual abuse and Suicide . I provide both short and long term counselling for adults and teenagers as well as providing support for family members. I conduct assessments and provide On-Line Sessions.
I work with clients who have problems with Addiction, Anxiety, Depression, Workplace Stress, Eating disorders, Self-esteem issues, Relationship difficulties, Sexual abuse and Suicide . I provide both short and long term counselling for adults and teenagers as well as providing support for family members. I conduct assessments and provide On-Line Sessions.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
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Attachment-based Counsellors
Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?
Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.
What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?
Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.
How long does attachment-based therapy last?
Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.
Does attachment-based therapy work?
Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.