Relationship Issues Counselling in Galway

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Galway Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Galway, County H91
I work empathically with my clients. Sessions are completely confidential. I work very well with clients who suffer from anxiety and depression. My speciality is my inner child work. This is a very powerful therapy. I can bring the client back in a safe way to a traumatic experience. Sometimes, I will combine this therapy with music. The client may experience the trauma through feelings in the body, this therapy answers for the client why they feel the way they do in their body. By unlocking those feelings healing may begin. It can help a client to become more confident and as a result they begin to uncover their true self's.
I work empathically with my clients. Sessions are completely confidential. I work very well with clients who suffer from anxiety and depression. My speciality is my inner child work. This is a very powerful therapy. I can bring the client back in a safe way to a traumatic experience. Sometimes, I will combine this therapy with music. The client may experience the trauma through feelings in the body, this therapy answers for the client why they feel the way they do in their body. By unlocking those feelings healing may begin. It can help a client to become more confident and as a result they begin to uncover their true self's.
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Mairead Salmon
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
4 Endorsed
Galway, County H91
I work with a diverse range of issues:Anxiety, Depression, Relationships,Grief, difficult life changes.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious and stuck in a cycle ? Therapy is a space to explore this and make a change in your life. As a pluralistic counsellor & psychotherapist I believe people and their journeys throughout life are unique, therefore therapy must be tailored to the individual and is not a one size fits all. I believe people require different support throughout different times in their life. Therefore I use a range of evidence based psychotherapies to find what's helpful to you.
I work with a diverse range of issues:Anxiety, Depression, Relationships,Grief, difficult life changes.
Are you feeling depressed, anxious and stuck in a cycle ? Therapy is a space to explore this and make a change in your life. As a pluralistic counsellor & psychotherapist I believe people and their journeys throughout life are unique, therefore therapy must be tailored to the individual and is not a one size fits all. I believe people require different support throughout different times in their life. Therefore I use a range of evidence based psychotherapies to find what's helpful to you.
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Gerard Madden
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Galway, County H91
Stepping across the threshold of a therapist's office can be a daunting experience and there may be many reasons why we are seeking support now. Yet there is so much potential and possibility in that act. It takes courage to pause and look at something that is disturbing us, but with that enquiry can come great insight and a fuller understanding of our way of being in the world.
Stepping across the threshold of a therapist's office can be a daunting experience and there may be many reasons why we are seeking support now. Yet there is so much potential and possibility in that act. It takes courage to pause and look at something that is disturbing us, but with that enquiry can come great insight and a fuller understanding of our way of being in the world.
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Paul McLoughlin
Psychotherapist, MSc, FTAI
Galway, County H91
As a Systemic Psychotherapist I work in a relational context utilizing many modalities.
It is a privilege to be able to sit and work collaboratively with clients, helping them to build on their strengths and resources. Bringing enlightenment to difficult or distressing issues in a respectful way that works to engage support and promote recovery.
As a Systemic Psychotherapist I work in a relational context utilizing many modalities.
It is a privilege to be able to sit and work collaboratively with clients, helping them to build on their strengths and resources. Bringing enlightenment to difficult or distressing issues in a respectful way that works to engage support and promote recovery.
(01) 592 4196 x37 View (01) 592 4196 x37
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Helen Griffin
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Serves Area
I am a fully accredited Art Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from Crawford College of Art and Design, and ​I have also completed my clinical training as a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with the Tivoli Institute in Dublin. I work with adults, adolescents and children in individual sessions with an integrative and creative approach to therapy.​ I respond to each client’s individual needs and this may be through talk therapy or creative arts therapy approaches to promote healing, generate growth and insight to their situation, help develop their resources and strengths, and to resolve personal issues.
I am a fully accredited Art Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from Crawford College of Art and Design, and ​I have also completed my clinical training as a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with the Tivoli Institute in Dublin. I work with adults, adolescents and children in individual sessions with an integrative and creative approach to therapy.​ I respond to each client’s individual needs and this may be through talk therapy or creative arts therapy approaches to promote healing, generate growth and insight to their situation, help develop their resources and strengths, and to resolve personal issues.
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U do U Therapy: Adults, Adolescents and Couples
Psychotherapist, MIACP
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I am an integrative adult, adolescent and intimate partner Psychotherapist and Sex and Relationship Therapist (Sexologist).
I understand it can be difficult and at times traumatic navigating through life within an environment that is at odds with who and how you are. This can lead to issues such as low self confidence, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues as well as feelings of fear, anger and isolation. The aim of therapy is to break shame cycles and be compassionatly curious.
I am an integrative adult, adolescent and intimate partner Psychotherapist and Sex and Relationship Therapist (Sexologist).
I understand it can be difficult and at times traumatic navigating through life within an environment that is at odds with who and how you are. This can lead to issues such as low self confidence, anxiety, depression, behavioral issues as well as feelings of fear, anger and isolation. The aim of therapy is to break shame cycles and be compassionatly curious.
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Laura Hayes
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of interest are relationship issues, supporting through narcissistic or domestic abuse, and personal development.
I work with clients who may be feeling lost, confused or directionless in life, but who now want to commit to achieving their goals through self discovery, and self advocacy in the sharing of their experience.
My areas of interest are relationship issues, supporting through narcissistic or domestic abuse, and personal development.
I work with clients who may be feeling lost, confused or directionless in life, but who now want to commit to achieving their goals through self discovery, and self advocacy in the sharing of their experience.
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Marie Dempsey
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an accredited counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required.
I work primarily in an integrative way, which means a holistic and individual to each person approach. This facilitates theories and techniques from several therapeutic models, which vary depending on the unique to each person needs and goals. My work is rooted in the person centred, where each person is the expert in their own life and healing.
I am an accredited counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required.
I work primarily in an integrative way, which means a holistic and individual to each person approach. This facilitates theories and techniques from several therapeutic models, which vary depending on the unique to each person needs and goals. My work is rooted in the person centred, where each person is the expert in their own life and healing.
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Robert Martin Finucane
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
Sometimes in our lives our thoughts can become scattered and our emotions like anxiety, sadness and overwhelm can begin to weigh heavy on our hearts with how intense they can be. We also may not understand where our negative thoughts are coming from and why they feel emotionally exhausting. This can lead to a situation where someone may experience emotional burnout. There is a belief in psychotherapy that shining a light on an issue and gaining clarity and a full understanding of why and how suffering is occurring allows a person to take back there lifeforce energy and remove power and control from the overwhelming thoughts.
Sometimes in our lives our thoughts can become scattered and our emotions like anxiety, sadness and overwhelm can begin to weigh heavy on our hearts with how intense they can be. We also may not understand where our negative thoughts are coming from and why they feel emotionally exhausting. This can lead to a situation where someone may experience emotional burnout. There is a belief in psychotherapy that shining a light on an issue and gaining clarity and a full understanding of why and how suffering is occurring allows a person to take back there lifeforce energy and remove power and control from the overwhelming thoughts.
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Rose Cottage Holistic Therapy
Counsellor, ACI
Serves Area
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Well done! If your looking here, consider you have made a brave move towards reaching out for guidance and support. Whatever it is that's troubling you or leaving you stuck in life, always remember there is a solution for everything. Only you have the answers to be explored with my help. Life presents us with many challenges, more for some than others, the trick is to move through these and come out the other side. We learn from the lessons received through hardship and how we cope through them makes us stronger people. Fear, loss, depression, anxiety keep us stuck, life's too short not to do something about it and move on...
I work with clients who may be struggling with depression or trauma related to their relationships or family.
Well done! If your looking here, consider you have made a brave move towards reaching out for guidance and support. Whatever it is that's troubling you or leaving you stuck in life, always remember there is a solution for everything. Only you have the answers to be explored with my help. Life presents us with many challenges, more for some than others, the trick is to move through these and come out the other side. We learn from the lessons received through hardship and how we cope through them makes us stronger people. Fear, loss, depression, anxiety keep us stuck, life's too short not to do something about it and move on...
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Diana @Sonas Counselling Donegal
Psychotherapist
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I offer individual and couples counselling sessions online worldwide and also outdoor nature therapy sessions in person in Co.
I work from a body based psychotherapeutic approach, addressing trauma held within the body and working with the attachment patterns that cause life-long psychobiological symptoms and interpersonal difficulties. I believe that early, unconscious patterns of disconnection deeply affect our identity, emotions, physiology, behavior and relationships.
I offer individual and couples counselling sessions online worldwide and also outdoor nature therapy sessions in person in Co.
I work from a body based psychotherapeutic approach, addressing trauma held within the body and working with the attachment patterns that cause life-long psychobiological symptoms and interpersonal difficulties. I believe that early, unconscious patterns of disconnection deeply affect our identity, emotions, physiology, behavior and relationships.
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Anne Marie O'Reilly
Counsellor, MIACP
Online Only
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe.
I am an integrative humanistic counsellor and educator and my practice draws on a broad variety of therapeutic approaches. From a base of primarily person-centered counselling, I integrate other approaches as appropriate, such as Gestalt, existentialism, CBT and family systems therapy.
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe.
I am an integrative humanistic counsellor and educator and my practice draws on a broad variety of therapeutic approaches. From a base of primarily person-centered counselling, I integrate other approaches as appropriate, such as Gestalt, existentialism, CBT and family systems therapy.
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Maggie Lynch
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Online Only
I work with individuals experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, family conflict, unresolved childhood issues and many others.
I am an integrative psychotherapist and I hold a BsC Honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
I work with individuals experiencing challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, grief, anger, family conflict, unresolved childhood issues and many others.
I am an integrative psychotherapist and I hold a BsC Honours degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy.
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Eleonora Zuliani
Verified Verified
Online Only
Integrating Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, TIST, guided imagery, and vagal toning, I help you explore root causes, find practical tools for relief in the here and now, and move toward deeper psychophysical balance and lasting change.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change. My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values. Sessions are available in English and Italian.
Integrating Polyvagal Theory, Internal Family Systems, TIST, guided imagery, and vagal toning, I help you explore root causes, find practical tools for relief in the here and now, and move toward deeper psychophysical balance and lasting change.
If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional overwhelm, or the effects of challenging past experiences, I offer a supportive space to better understand what you are going through and work toward meaningful change. My approach helps you reconnect with yourself holistically, on a mind-body level, to develop practical tools, and gently address patterns that may no longer serve you, so you can move toward greater balance, resilience, and alignment with your values. Sessions are available in English and Italian.
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Maria Gracia Abad
Psychologist, MBPsS
Online Only
Some feel constantly on edge, drained, or disconnected, while others struggle in relationships, feel lost in transitions, or affected by past experiences that still shape how they respond.
They seek clarity, relief, and greater confidence. I offer a collaborative space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns with curiosity and care. My approach combines reflection with practical tools, helping you understand yourself more deeply and find new ways to respond. I draw on CBT, EMDR, and person-centred therapy.
Some feel constantly on edge, drained, or disconnected, while others struggle in relationships, feel lost in transitions, or affected by past experiences that still shape how they respond.
They seek clarity, relief, and greater confidence. I offer a collaborative space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and patterns with curiosity and care. My approach combines reflection with practical tools, helping you understand yourself more deeply and find new ways to respond. I draw on CBT, EMDR, and person-centred therapy.
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Dr. Andrew Simonton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you finding it hard to manage your emotions, relationships, or sense of self, and feel that something needs to change?
In my practice, I have supported individuals experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, relationship difficulties, and academic or work-related stress. I work with both adults and adolescents and strive to create a neuro-affirming space for all of my clients.
Are you finding it hard to manage your emotions, relationships, or sense of self, and feel that something needs to change?
In my practice, I have supported individuals experiencing a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, OCD, grief, relationship difficulties, and academic or work-related stress. I work with both adults and adolescents and strive to create a neuro-affirming space for all of my clients.
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Laura O’Neill
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Online Only
My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction.
I offer compassionate, soul-centered, mindfully curated journeys for people to unfurl and unearth their longings, blocks and desires. As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction.
I offer compassionate, soul-centered, mindfully curated journeys for people to unfurl and unearth their longings, blocks and desires. As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
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Lisa Johnston
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Specialising in trauma-informed therapy for adults, I can help you navigate anxiety, break unhelpful patterns and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
You may be going through a difficult period, struggling to make sense of a life transition, feeling stuck, anxious or low, or simply unsure whether therapy is right for you. I offer a space to pause, reflect, and explore what you need at your own pace. Many of the people I work with are used to managing on their own, and come to therapy when that no longer feels sustainable. I welcome and affirm clients from LGBTQ+ communities, and I aim to provide a neurodiversity-affirming space where difference is respected and understood.
Specialising in trauma-informed therapy for adults, I can help you navigate anxiety, break unhelpful patterns and build healthier relationships with yourself and others.
You may be going through a difficult period, struggling to make sense of a life transition, feeling stuck, anxious or low, or simply unsure whether therapy is right for you. I offer a space to pause, reflect, and explore what you need at your own pace. Many of the people I work with are used to managing on their own, and come to therapy when that no longer feels sustainable. I welcome and affirm clients from LGBTQ+ communities, and I aim to provide a neurodiversity-affirming space where difference is respected and understood.
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Dareth Newton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
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David McGrath
Psychotherapist, MA, APPI
Serves Area
I provide a supportive space for individuals to navigate emotional and psychological challenges, with a focus on uncovering the deeper forces driving their thoughts and behaviours. In my therapeutic practice, I emphasise personal development and conscious living, helping clients move towards greater clarity, emotional freedom, and fulfilment.
I provide a supportive space for individuals to navigate emotional and psychological challenges, with a focus on uncovering the deeper forces driving their thoughts and behaviours. In my therapeutic practice, I emphasise personal development and conscious living, helping clients move towards greater clarity, emotional freedom, and fulfilment.
(01) 267 6622 x36 View (01) 267 6622 x36
Relationship Issues Counsellors
What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.

What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.

What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.

How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.