Gottman Method Counselling in Swords

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.

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.
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I tailor therapy to each client's needs and mix techniques and tools from Cognitive-Behavioural therapy, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, Schema therapy, and Gottman Method therapy for couples
Life happens... Sometimes we all need extra help. Hi, I’m Tam – an online therapist specializing in anxiety, panic attacks, adult ADHD, addictions, and offering support through stressful or traumatic life events (such as the loss of a loved one, divorce, trauma, illness, career pressure, or relationship challenges).
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I integrate third wave CBTs and have specialist couples training with The Gottman Method.
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning. Life is too short to be controlled by trauma, self-criticism, and fear. If you're noticing you're not living the life you want to be, I'm here to help. I specialize in working with new and expecting parents, people experiencing stress, and people experiencing disordered eating. I take a neuroaffirmative and queer-affirmative approach throughout all of my therapeutic work.
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I’m a certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland.
I use an evidence-based, integrative approach in my work with clients, combining knowledge from a variety of therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
I’m a certified Gottman Method Couples Therapist, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner and a member of the Psychological Society of Ireland.
I use an evidence-based, integrative approach in my work with clients, combining knowledge from a variety of therapeutic approaches like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Informed Therapy, Systemic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Gottman Method Couples Therapy.

I am a person centered therapist with ten years experience. I work with individuals and with couples in an inquisitive manner, to create a safe and secure space where all emotionality is welcomed and accommodated. As a client, I will work to help you uncover the pieces about yourself that help you and I both to understand what systems and structures you have in place in order to feel safe. From there, we can work to accommodate these systems and give you a sense of self awareness.
My couples work involves a session with each partner individually and then work on the relationship over a number of sessions with the couple together.
I am a person centered therapist with ten years experience. I work with individuals and with couples in an inquisitive manner, to create a safe and secure space where all emotionality is welcomed and accommodated. As a client, I will work to help you uncover the pieces about yourself that help you and I both to understand what systems and structures you have in place in order to feel safe. From there, we can work to accommodate these systems and give you a sense of self awareness.
My couples work involves a session with each partner individually and then work on the relationship over a number of sessions with the couple together.

Siobhan Elizabeth Hegarty
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.
I am an IACP accredited therapist who works with adults, couples and children. I work with a diverse range of issues, from depression and anxiety, grief and loss, to relationship problems. I will help you to explore and find a new acceptance of experiences in your life that caused - or are causing - difficulties or anguish. When appropriate, I will incorporate creative approaches into the therapeutic space. I am also a trained Cognitive Behavioural Therapist, and will work with you to identify your negative thought patterns, and to empower you to change them.

Shelly MacSweeney
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Blackrock, County Dublin A94
Waitlist for new clients
I work with a wide variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, loss, self-harm, suicidal ideation, work-life balance, self-worth, relationship issues, sexuality issues, LGBTQI+ friendly and trauma (both PTSD and Complex PTSD). I have personal and professional experience in a variety of pregnancy related issues including birth trauma and matresence (the transition to motherhood), pre and post abortion support, fertility issues, adoption, post-natal depression and miscarriage. I have a particular interest in childhood emotional neglect and developmental trauma. With the right support, deep wounds from childhood can heal.
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Alan’s approach is integrative, drawing on many useful techniques and approaches; however, places greater value on the therapeutic relationship for healing as he does not believe in the notion of fixing. As no one comes to ‘be’ in isolation, Alan also appreciates the systemic lens of familial relations and respects how that influences all relationships. We all have stories we tell ourselves and therapy can be a safe place to explore if these are helping or harming you in relation to your self or others. A tenet in Narrative Therapy:‘the person is not the problem; the problem is the problem’ (White & Epston).
Alan’s approach is integrative, drawing on many useful techniques and approaches; however, places greater value on the therapeutic relationship for healing as he does not believe in the notion of fixing. As no one comes to ‘be’ in isolation, Alan also appreciates the systemic lens of familial relations and respects how that influences all relationships. We all have stories we tell ourselves and therapy can be a safe place to explore if these are helping or harming you in relation to your self or others. A tenet in Narrative Therapy:‘the person is not the problem; the problem is the problem’ (White & Epston).

Ruth Carroll-Clarke Louth Meath IFS Emdr & Somatic
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Ruth warmly welcomes you to her Psychotherapy and Counselling practice. With the DCU MSc in Psychotherapy, she is IACP Accredited, highly qualified and experienced in working with adults, couples and adolescents who present with a broad range of issues. She has completed advanced trainings in cutting edge evidence based practices including EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, 'game-changers' for trauma therapy. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Adolescent Psychotherapy and draws from a diverse range of creative approaches. She looks forward to meeting you where she can provide you with the therapy you need.
Ruth warmly welcomes you to her Psychotherapy and Counselling practice. With the DCU MSc in Psychotherapy, she is IACP Accredited, highly qualified and experienced in working with adults, couples and adolescents who present with a broad range of issues. She has completed advanced trainings in cutting edge evidence based practices including EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, 'game-changers' for trauma therapy. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Adolescent Psychotherapy and draws from a diverse range of creative approaches. She looks forward to meeting you where she can provide you with the therapy you need.

Do you need someone to share your problems with, discuss your needs, achieve clarity about where you want and need to go in life? I can help you. I work with my clients in an integrative way, using therapies such as Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapies, Mindfulness. I guide my clients collaboratively, in a non-judgemental, supportive atmosphere to better understand their feelings, thoughts, behaviours and relationships. Clients leave counselling with an effective structure to enable them to lead fulfilling lives.
Do you need someone to share your problems with, discuss your needs, achieve clarity about where you want and need to go in life? I can help you. I work with my clients in an integrative way, using therapies such as Person Centred, Cognitive Behavioural, Rational Emotive Behavioural Therapies, Mindfulness. I guide my clients collaboratively, in a non-judgemental, supportive atmosphere to better understand their feelings, thoughts, behaviours and relationships. Clients leave counselling with an effective structure to enable them to lead fulfilling lives.

Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges, and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.
Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges, and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.

Do you need a safe, warm and friendly counsellor who really listens to you as an individual? If you find you are returning to unhelpful behaviours or relationship patterns or coping with stress, anger problems, trauma, anxiety or depression that prevent you from being happy with life them counselling can really make a difference. In our sessions you'll find a thoughtful, supportive and creative environment where we can work at your pace. Whatever your situation is, we will work together for you to be empowered through non judgemental therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and move towards real positive lasting change.
Do you need a safe, warm and friendly counsellor who really listens to you as an individual? If you find you are returning to unhelpful behaviours or relationship patterns or coping with stress, anger problems, trauma, anxiety or depression that prevent you from being happy with life them counselling can really make a difference. In our sessions you'll find a thoughtful, supportive and creative environment where we can work at your pace. Whatever your situation is, we will work together for you to be empowered through non judgemental therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and move towards real positive lasting change.

Diane McDonald Individual & Couple Therapist
Counsellor, MSc, ICP
Verified Verified
Lucan, County Dublin K78
Waitlist for new clients
People who seek counselling with me come for a variety of reasons: Coping with life challenges or transitions; A desire for personal growth and better self-knowledge; Bereavement & Loss - of employment, relationships or identity; Anger management; Suicide and self-harm; Trauma; Abuse; Bullying; Workplace stress; Sexuality; Family issues; Self-confidence and self-worth; Depression; Anxiety. I specialise in working with couples on relationship issues.
People who seek counselling with me come for a variety of reasons: Coping with life challenges or transitions; A desire for personal growth and better self-knowledge; Bereavement & Loss - of employment, relationships or identity; Anger management; Suicide and self-harm; Trauma; Abuse; Bullying; Workplace stress; Sexuality; Family issues; Self-confidence and self-worth; Depression; Anxiety. I specialise in working with couples on relationship issues.

In a time when we seem to have more material possessions, money and social connections than ever, there are a lot of people struggling with anxiety, depression, isolation and a sense of emptiness with the thoughts and feelings that they are the only ones feeling this way. We look around and see other people who seem to have it all together and then feel worse about ourselves without any idea about how we can change our situation. If you feel stuck and can relate to any of the above please let me encourage you to maybe put yourself first. It can be very helpful to chat with someone about what's going on and how to make changes needed
In a time when we seem to have more material possessions, money and social connections than ever, there are a lot of people struggling with anxiety, depression, isolation and a sense of emptiness with the thoughts and feelings that they are the only ones feeling this way. We look around and see other people who seem to have it all together and then feel worse about ourselves without any idea about how we can change our situation. If you feel stuck and can relate to any of the above please let me encourage you to maybe put yourself first. It can be very helpful to chat with someone about what's going on and how to make changes needed

I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.
I Specialise in Mental health conditions: ADHD: OCD: Claustrophobia: Bulimia: Schizophrenia etcetera, and also the essence of therapy; trauma related and high anxiety: I also do Relationship and Couples therapy. I offer an empowering experience on taking back control of your own actions, behaviours, whereby you’re thinking and feelings can literally follow in tandem. How this can define your relationship from within and follow into your relationships plural.I have a background in Radio/Journalism for mental health and videos online: First Part: Raymond Walsh 'Rationalisation over Rumination' on YouTube.

I am an experienced & accredited relationship counsellor offering a safe and confidential
environment to couples & individuals who are experiencing relationships difficulties. Whether it’s the relationship with your partner, a child, a family member, a work colleagues or a friend, our therapy will help you to process the negative impact on your life. I help clients to navigate these relationships & build better relationships going forward, making the most of their relationships – past, present & future.
I am an experienced & accredited relationship counsellor offering a safe and confidential
environment to couples & individuals who are experiencing relationships difficulties. Whether it’s the relationship with your partner, a child, a family member, a work colleagues or a friend, our therapy will help you to process the negative impact on your life. I help clients to navigate these relationships & build better relationships going forward, making the most of their relationships – past, present & future.

Life Counselling and Psychotherspy
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County D15
Waitlist for new clients
Currently full up and not taking on new clients
Currently full up and not taking on new clients
I will provide a safe space to be yourself and assist you in working out what your priorities are and help you determine a way forward with your life in a way that meets your own unique needs and wants. A space without judgement, with respect for your vulnerability and compassion for your journey and all it entails. Goal setting, boundary setting, challenge, at a pace that suits you and with improvement in symptoms at the centre of our work. There is no individual that is not welcome, together we can work towards healing and creating ways forward for you in every area you choose to share and work on to regain quality of life.
I will provide a safe space to be yourself and assist you in working out what your priorities are and help you determine a way forward with your life in a way that meets your own unique needs and wants. A space without judgement, with respect for your vulnerability and compassion for your journey and all it entails. Goal setting, boundary setting, challenge, at a pace that suits you and with improvement in symptoms at the centre of our work. There is no individual that is not welcome, together we can work towards healing and creating ways forward for you in every area you choose to share and work on to regain quality of life.

My role is to counsel your relationship. When you feel you are unable to talk to each other, I facilitate and show you how that can be very different. I can remove that stuck feeling and empower you both to communicate with ease and successfully address conflict resolution in your relationship.
My role is to counsel your relationship. When you feel you are unable to talk to each other, I facilitate and show you how that can be very different. I can remove that stuck feeling and empower you both to communicate with ease and successfully address conflict resolution in your relationship.
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How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analysed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomised controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.