Child Counselling in Swords, DN

I work with children aged 3-16 years who are experiencing emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
Hi, I'm Elaine Fagan, an Accredited Play Therapist and Clinical Supervisor for Creative Arts Therapists. I have 20+ years experience supporting children and families with a variety of needs. I specialise in providing 1:1 play therapy for children aged 3-16 years. Play therapy can help with the following issues: grief and loss, attachment and trauma, anxiety, impact of parental separation, sibling rivalry, sleep difficulties, low self esteem, ASD. I support parents and offer parent coaching sessions individually tailored to meet your family's needs. I am also a sandplay practitioner offering sandplay therapy to children and adults.
I work with children aged 3-16 years who are experiencing emotional and/or behavioural difficulties.
Hi, I'm Elaine Fagan, an Accredited Play Therapist and Clinical Supervisor for Creative Arts Therapists. I have 20+ years experience supporting children and families with a variety of needs. I specialise in providing 1:1 play therapy for children aged 3-16 years. Play therapy can help with the following issues: grief and loss, attachment and trauma, anxiety, impact of parental separation, sibling rivalry, sleep difficulties, low self esteem, ASD. I support parents and offer parent coaching sessions individually tailored to meet your family's needs. I am also a sandplay practitioner offering sandplay therapy to children and adults.

I am an Integrative psychotherapist who is accredited to work with children/adolescents and adults.
I work integrative and creative which can include sand play therapy, art therapy and music therapy but not limited to such. Sometimes it can be difficult to put words on past traumatic experiences and this is when working creatively can be beneficial. I can also integrate feedback informed treatment to benefit therapy outcomes.
I am an Integrative psychotherapist who is accredited to work with children/adolescents and adults.
I work integrative and creative which can include sand play therapy, art therapy and music therapy but not limited to such. Sometimes it can be difficult to put words on past traumatic experiences and this is when working creatively can be beneficial. I can also integrate feedback informed treatment to benefit therapy outcomes.

Speciality: Anxiety/Stress, Relationship & Familial issues, Interpersonal Communication, Carers of Special Needs children, Women’s issues & sexuality, Identity, and more.
Feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected...? Therapy can help you find clarity & direction. In a supportive, nonjudgmental space, we can explore challenges: life transitions, self-awareness, relationship & communication patterns & more. My approach is collaborative, client-led & culturally-aware; tailored to your unique personality & goals.
Background: Psychotherapy & Counselling (MA). Bilingual in English & Farsi. I blend clinical insight with warmth & authenticity, drawing on cultural experiences. Let's work together to enhance self-understanding, strengthen your relationships & move towards the life you want!
Speciality: Anxiety/Stress, Relationship & Familial issues, Interpersonal Communication, Carers of Special Needs children, Women’s issues & sexuality, Identity, and more.
Feeling stuck, anxious, disconnected...? Therapy can help you find clarity & direction. In a supportive, nonjudgmental space, we can explore challenges: life transitions, self-awareness, relationship & communication patterns & more. My approach is collaborative, client-led & culturally-aware; tailored to your unique personality & goals.
Background: Psychotherapy & Counselling (MA). Bilingual in English & Farsi. I blend clinical insight with warmth & authenticity, drawing on cultural experiences. Let's work together to enhance self-understanding, strengthen your relationships & move towards the life you want!

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.

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.

Many people encounter challenges that they need help overcoming. I create a space were clients feel safe, heard and understood. Our sessions will provide you with the opportunity to talk about issues or problems in your life in an accepting and confidential environment with someone who really listens to you and supports you as you find new ways to cope. Counselling focuses on your strengths and abilities to help you make changes in your life, to grow and to develop yourself as a person.
Many people encounter challenges that they need help overcoming. I create a space were clients feel safe, heard and understood. Our sessions will provide you with the opportunity to talk about issues or problems in your life in an accepting and confidential environment with someone who really listens to you and supports you as you find new ways to cope. Counselling focuses on your strengths and abilities to help you make changes in your life, to grow and to develop yourself as a person.
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Are you feeling confused in understanding your partner, child’s or others challenging behaviour?
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .
Are you feeling confused in understanding your partner, child’s or others challenging behaviour?
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .

I work with children and adults.
I work with children and adults with: • Emotional and behavioural difficulties • Learning or physical disabilities • Life-limiting conditions • Mental ill health • Trauma • Neurological conditions • Physical illnesses • Speech and language difficulties
I work with children and adults.
I work with children and adults with: • Emotional and behavioural difficulties • Learning or physical disabilities • Life-limiting conditions • Mental ill health • Trauma • Neurological conditions • Physical illnesses • Speech and language difficulties

Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.
Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.

She is a workaday Psychologist providing Counselling and Psychotherapy services for Adults Children Teenagers Couples and Families and Clinical Supervision for professionals please view her website www
I am here to help you to speak about any concerns you may have yourself or with with relationships at home or at work. I myself offer Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy to Adults and Adolescents and Family support. I can also make a suitable referral to qualified experienced Counsellors or Child and Adolescent Therapists or for Play Sand Art and Family Therapy.
She is a workaday Psychologist providing Counselling and Psychotherapy services for Adults Children Teenagers Couples and Families and Clinical Supervision for professionals please view her website www
I am here to help you to speak about any concerns you may have yourself or with with relationships at home or at work. I myself offer Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy to Adults and Adolescents and Family support. I can also make a suitable referral to qualified experienced Counsellors or Child and Adolescent Therapists or for Play Sand Art and Family Therapy.

I'm a qualified Music Therapist, accredited member IACAT.
For over fourteen years I successfully worked with children in special needs schools and in a private practice. During these years, I gained valuable experience dealing with complex cases where I had to customise individual therapy programmes for my patients, while collaborating with Multidisciplinary Educational Teams.
I always aims to inspire her patients to realise their full potential and ability for growth and self-fulfilment. Music is my main therapy medium but other artistic tools are frequently used in my therapy sessions as well.
I'm a qualified Music Therapist, accredited member IACAT.
For over fourteen years I successfully worked with children in special needs schools and in a private practice. During these years, I gained valuable experience dealing with complex cases where I had to customise individual therapy programmes for my patients, while collaborating with Multidisciplinary Educational Teams.
I always aims to inspire her patients to realise their full potential and ability for growth and self-fulfilment. Music is my main therapy medium but other artistic tools are frequently used in my therapy sessions as well.

For children and adults with neurodiverse, mental health, neurological challenges.
Treating the root causes of a disability / delay and not the symptoms. Neurodevelopmental functional neurology
For children and adults with neurodiverse, mental health, neurological challenges.
Treating the root causes of a disability / delay and not the symptoms. Neurodevelopmental functional neurology

She has a level 9 Cert in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) working with children and adolescents She works with her Clients using Talk Therapy integrated with Creative Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
I offer Online and In Person. . I have many different approaches depending on the needs of the client. My approaches are EMDR, Schema Therapy, Behavioral and Cognitive therapy (CBT), I also am an ACT (Acceptance and Commitment) Therapist as well as Humanistic approach. I am very interested in working with Adolescents and Adults.
She has a level 9 Cert in CBT (Cognitive Behaviour Therapy) working with children and adolescents She works with her Clients using Talk Therapy integrated with Creative Therapy and Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT).
I offer Online and In Person. . I have many different approaches depending on the needs of the client. My approaches are EMDR, Schema Therapy, Behavioral and Cognitive therapy (CBT), I also am an ACT (Acceptance and Commitment) Therapist as well as Humanistic approach. I am very interested in working with Adolescents and Adults.

I work with adults, children, adolescents and couples.
I facilitate an environment that allow the client to discover who they are and tap into their innate guiding system to navigate their own healing journey. I believe that counselling is the best gift you can give yourself. I have both professional and personal experience of talking therapies so have seen the extraordinary benefits it can bring to your life
I work with adults, children, adolescents and couples.
I facilitate an environment that allow the client to discover who they are and tap into their innate guiding system to navigate their own healing journey. I believe that counselling is the best gift you can give yourself. I have both professional and personal experience of talking therapies so have seen the extraordinary benefits it can bring to your life

I see adults and children aged 13 and up.
I offer short and long-term psychological therapy, using an integrative therapeutic approach and a treatment plan for your individual needs. I have additional training in trauma-informed practice, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy & mentalization-based therapy. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 21 years. Your insurer may cover some of the cost.
I see adults and children aged 13 and up.
I offer short and long-term psychological therapy, using an integrative therapeutic approach and a treatment plan for your individual needs. I have additional training in trauma-informed practice, mindfulness-based cognitive therapy & mentalization-based therapy. I have worked with adolescents and adults for 21 years. Your insurer may cover some of the cost.

I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice.
The majority of my private work is with young people with anxiety & panic disorders, low mood and self esteem difficulties. I work in conjunction with parents to help the young person build on their own coping capacity& provide a non judgemental safe place for them to share their difficulties, working creatively when the client can't find the 'right words.'
I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice.
The majority of my private work is with young people with anxiety & panic disorders, low mood and self esteem difficulties. I work in conjunction with parents to help the young person build on their own coping capacity& provide a non judgemental safe place for them to share their difficulties, working creatively when the client can't find the 'right words.'

I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist.
I have interests in the areas of attachment and trauma, I have spent 10 years working for the CARI Foundation, an organisation that provides support for families, children and teens who have experienced sexual abuse. I work with clients who have a variety of challenges from anxiety to more complex issues.
I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist.
I have interests in the areas of attachment and trauma, I have spent 10 years working for the CARI Foundation, an organisation that provides support for families, children and teens who have experienced sexual abuse. I work with clients who have a variety of challenges from anxiety to more complex issues.

Cocoon Clinical Psychology offers comprehensive person-centered assessment and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults.
My service caters for all ages, including those navigating the complexities of being neurodivergent (Dyslexic,Autistic,ADHD) in a predominantly neurotypical world. Those striving for personal growth, validation and emotional well-being. You may be struggling with Identity and self-acceptance, masking/burnout, executive dysfunction(planning, organising/time management), emotional dysregulation, low mood/anxiety, barriers to academic or professional success. I can support you with exploration of strengths and self-acceptance, the freedom to be authentic, and discuss tailored tools and strategies for growth and personal fulfilment.
Cocoon Clinical Psychology offers comprehensive person-centered assessment and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults.
My service caters for all ages, including those navigating the complexities of being neurodivergent (Dyslexic,Autistic,ADHD) in a predominantly neurotypical world. Those striving for personal growth, validation and emotional well-being. You may be struggling with Identity and self-acceptance, masking/burnout, executive dysfunction(planning, organising/time management), emotional dysregulation, low mood/anxiety, barriers to academic or professional success. I can support you with exploration of strengths and self-acceptance, the freedom to be authentic, and discuss tailored tools and strategies for growth and personal fulfilment.

With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults.
I work primarily with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Contextual Therapies, delivering effective, evidence-based interventions to individuals facing various mental health challenges. I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, adhd, and grief, always with a client-centred approach that prioritises collaboration and empowerment.
With extensive experience in clinical practice, I have had the privilege of conducting over 1,500 consultations, providing compassionate and effective mental health care for children, adolescents, and adults.
I work primarily with Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Contextual Therapies, delivering effective, evidence-based interventions to individuals facing various mental health challenges. I specialise in treating anxiety, depression, adhd, and grief, always with a client-centred approach that prioritises collaboration and empowerment.

Art Psychotherapy offers a unique way for adults, teens and children to express themselves through the use of materials, no art skills are necessary. Our client-centered sessions provide a safe space to address challenges including trauma, attachment difficulties, selective mutism, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergent issues including ASD. Important milestones may cause a sense of overwhelming difficulty for a young person. This may have a negative impact on the young person’s ability to transition to new experiences, develop friendships and relationships and may also contribute to academic challenges.
Art Psychotherapy offers a unique way for adults, teens and children to express themselves through the use of materials, no art skills are necessary. Our client-centered sessions provide a safe space to address challenges including trauma, attachment difficulties, selective mutism, depression, anxiety, and neurodivergent issues including ASD. Important milestones may cause a sense of overwhelming difficulty for a young person. This may have a negative impact on the young person’s ability to transition to new experiences, develop friendships and relationships and may also contribute to academic challenges.
Nearby Child or Adolescent Counsellors Searches for Swords
- Ballsbridge
- Blackrock
- Dalkey
- Dublin
- Dun Laoghaire
- Malahide
- Portmarnock
- Rathfarnham
- Rathmines
- Sandyford
- Shankill
Child Counsellors
Child psychologists in Swords, DN provide mental health therapy to children and are experts in child development.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Swords build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.
Every comprehensive review of therapy with children shows that all credible approaches, when performed by a competent mental health clinician, produce almost the same results. About half of all kids will get better. Of those that improve, 80% will show progress in a relatively short time, while the remaining 20% will need longer-term support.
The best child therapists in Swords build great relationships with the child and the parent. They also see the child's strengths and are open to hearing the child's possible solutions to the challenges the child faces. Finally, a good therapist appreciates the child's culture and is sensitive to the values of the child's community.