Self-Harming Counselling in Galway

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Mary Brennan
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
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Zoe Patten
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Life can be difficult. The uncertainty of the future can be crippling. Feeling anxious, angry and depressed is normal but sometimes they take over and prevents us from living. I will work alongside clients and discuss their specific goals, needs and their issues.
Life can be difficult. The uncertainty of the future can be crippling. Feeling anxious, angry and depressed is normal but sometimes they take over and prevents us from living. I will work alongside clients and discuss their specific goals, needs and their issues.
(01) 267 6517 x20 View (01) 267 6517 x20
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Geraldine Donnelly
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Hi. I am a fully qualified, accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, offering a safe, confidential space to you, where you can connect with my empathetic and non-judgmental listening presence. My ethos is person-centred and I believe the client-therapist therapeutic relationship is central to the process of self-exploration, change and growth. I work in a humanistic and holistic way, seeing you as the expert in your own life.
Hi. I am a fully qualified, accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, offering a safe, confidential space to you, where you can connect with my empathetic and non-judgmental listening presence. My ethos is person-centred and I believe the client-therapist therapeutic relationship is central to the process of self-exploration, change and growth. I work in a humanistic and holistic way, seeing you as the expert in your own life.
(01) 267 6692 x18 View (01) 267 6692 x18
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Tracy Parker
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol PSI
Galway, County H91
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in the intellectual disability and mental health area with children and adults for over 25 years. I have significant experience in assessment and intervention, as well as individual support for people with a variety of needs, including families and staff support those with complex needs. I also offer clinical supervision and individual therapy and support for children and adults, using a variety of evidence based approaches.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in the intellectual disability and mental health area with children and adults for over 25 years. I have significant experience in assessment and intervention, as well as individual support for people with a variety of needs, including families and staff support those with complex needs. I also offer clinical supervision and individual therapy and support for children and adults, using a variety of evidence based approaches.
(01) 267 6595 x37 View (01) 267 6595 x37
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Louise Hammond
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
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Shilpa Prabhu
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
To be Human is to feel deeply. If we belive in this then we have a choice, a choice of self-compassion, a choice of normalizing what we feel, a choice to heal. It's in this choice I would like to support you in your journey of healing in your own rhythm, one piece at a time.
To be Human is to feel deeply. If we belive in this then we have a choice, a choice of self-compassion, a choice of normalizing what we feel, a choice to heal. It's in this choice I would like to support you in your journey of healing in your own rhythm, one piece at a time.
(01) 267 6692 x80 View (01) 267 6692 x80
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Seoige Therapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Are you seeking support during a difficult or challenging period in your life? Are you feeling lost in life and on your journey? Seoige Therapy provides a safe non-judgmental space and meets you where you are at. Within this safe space you will be supported and empowered to explore, understand and change negative/limiting thoughts, feelings and behavior's. You will become more self-aware and develop resilience. You will become the real you.... "for true happiness is an inside job"!
Are you seeking support during a difficult or challenging period in your life? Are you feeling lost in life and on your journey? Seoige Therapy provides a safe non-judgmental space and meets you where you are at. Within this safe space you will be supported and empowered to explore, understand and change negative/limiting thoughts, feelings and behavior's. You will become more self-aware and develop resilience. You will become the real you.... "for true happiness is an inside job"!
(01) 267 6527 x18 View (01) 267 6527 x18
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Nonie Naughton
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Nonie’s therapeutic services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients, addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, bereavement, depression, loss, relationship challenges, self-esteem, stress, trauma, personal development, and work-related concerns. Her practice is rooted in a holistic understanding of mental health, providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings.
Nonie’s therapeutic services are tailored to meet the diverse needs of her clients, addressing a wide range of issues, including anxiety, bereavement, depression, loss, relationship challenges, self-esteem, stress, trauma, personal development, and work-related concerns. Her practice is rooted in a holistic understanding of mental health, providing a safe and supportive space for individuals to explore their thoughts and feelings.
(01) 230 8537 x84 View (01) 230 8537 x84
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Marie Fariñas
Psychotherapist, MA
1 Endorsed
Galway, County H91
I provide Integrative and Creative Therapy in a cosy, confidential space. Join me to explore challenges you might be experiencing such as feeling disconnected, grief, or overwhelm. Whatever you're going through, we can mend it together. If this resonates with you, I warmly invite you to reach out.
I provide Integrative and Creative Therapy in a cosy, confidential space. Join me to explore challenges you might be experiencing such as feeling disconnected, grief, or overwhelm. Whatever you're going through, we can mend it together. If this resonates with you, I warmly invite you to reach out.
(01) 263 0697 x34 View (01) 263 0697 x34
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Shane O'Callaghan
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Galway, County H91
I can help with many different issues as most of them stem from the same problem, repressed emotions. So whether it's addiction or relationship issues, the process in therapy is about reconnecting with the body and releasing those repressed emotions.
I can help with many different issues as most of them stem from the same problem, repressed emotions. So whether it's addiction or relationship issues, the process in therapy is about reconnecting with the body and releasing those repressed emotions.
(01) 267 6603 x81 View (01) 267 6603 x81
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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.
(01) 267 6552 x35 View (01) 267 6552 x35
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Siobhan Harbour
Psychotherapist, APCP
Galway, County H91
Hi, my name is Siobhan. I am an integrative Adult and Adolescent Therapist. I work in a trauma informed approach which is important when working with clients who are experiencing such things as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bereavement and loss. My aim is to create a space where clients feel they can express themselves in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment.
Hi, my name is Siobhan. I am an integrative Adult and Adolescent Therapist. I work in a trauma informed approach which is important when working with clients who are experiencing such things as anxiety, depression, eating disorders, bereavement and loss. My aim is to create a space where clients feel they can express themselves in a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental environment.
(01) 233 7180 x77 View (01) 233 7180 x77
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Maria Lawton-Murray EMDR and Trauma Trained
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Galway, County H91
Waitlist for new clients
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and unable to focus? Feeling worried, struggling with the world today. Recovery is possible - I use Trauma Informed Care, EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I focus on working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Trauma and Unresolved Childhood Issues. When I first meet with a client, we discuss what has brought them to therapy. With this information we discuss how we will work with together. The first session with any new client is to assess if we can work together and if the client feels comfortable with continuing the therapeutic process.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and unable to focus? Feeling worried, struggling with the world today. Recovery is possible - I use Trauma Informed Care, EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). I focus on working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Trauma and Unresolved Childhood Issues. When I first meet with a client, we discuss what has brought them to therapy. With this information we discuss how we will work with together. The first session with any new client is to assess if we can work together and if the client feels comfortable with continuing the therapeutic process.
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Grainne Griffin
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol PSI
Galway, County H91
I am a Chartered Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. I offer evidence based diagnostic assessment, consultation and treatment services within a person centered framework.
I am a Chartered Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 25 years of clinical experience. I offer evidence based diagnostic assessment, consultation and treatment services within a person centered framework.
(01) 267 6641 x82 View (01) 267 6641 x82
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Deirdre Hegarty
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
I am an Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I work from an integrative approach which means I draw on different therapeutic models including Person-Centred, CBT, Gestalt, Art & Sand Tray Therapy. I offer a safe, confidential, supportive & non judgemental space where you can explore the issues you are facing. You might be feeling overwhelmed with simple day to day tasks. You may have difficulty in forming & maintaining relationships. Or you could be unable to let go of something from your past.
I am an Accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I work from an integrative approach which means I draw on different therapeutic models including Person-Centred, CBT, Gestalt, Art & Sand Tray Therapy. I offer a safe, confidential, supportive & non judgemental space where you can explore the issues you are facing. You might be feeling overwhelmed with simple day to day tasks. You may have difficulty in forming & maintaining relationships. Or you could be unable to let go of something from your past.
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Caitlin Kalil
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Galway, County H91
I work with people who feel life has become a bit too loud or overwhelming lately. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief, I offer a space to catch your breath. I also focus on helping those stuck in work-related issues, anger, or relationship patterns. Together, we can explore self-esteem and inner child work to find the roots of why you feel "off" or disconnected after a major life shift. My goal is to help you regulate your nervous system, move through the feeling of being "stuck," and find your way back to your secure centre.
I work with people who feel life has become a bit too loud or overwhelming lately. Whether you're navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, or grief, I offer a space to catch your breath. I also focus on helping those stuck in work-related issues, anger, or relationship patterns. Together, we can explore self-esteem and inner child work to find the roots of why you feel "off" or disconnected after a major life shift. My goal is to help you regulate your nervous system, move through the feeling of being "stuck," and find your way back to your secure centre.
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Stephen Byrne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a B.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy as the relationship facilitates the trusting environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored, and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counseling including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, and depression.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a B.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy as the relationship facilitates the trusting environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored, and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counseling including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, and depression.
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Christine Dowling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
As a psychotherapist, I can work with a client who is seeking personal growth and emotional healing. They may struggle with issues like anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma, but they have a deep desire for self-awareness and positive change. Their needs include emotional safety, support, and tools to navigate their challenges. Their goals often centre around finding balance, improving their relationships, and building resilience. They want to understand themselves better and develop coping strategies to lead a more fulfilling life, motivated by the desire to break free from patterns that no longer serve them.
As a psychotherapist, I can work with a client who is seeking personal growth and emotional healing. They may struggle with issues like anxiety, depression, or unresolved trauma, but they have a deep desire for self-awareness and positive change. Their needs include emotional safety, support, and tools to navigate their challenges. Their goals often centre around finding balance, improving their relationships, and building resilience. They want to understand themselves better and develop coping strategies to lead a more fulfilling life, motivated by the desire to break free from patterns that no longer serve them.
(01) 263 0697 x40 View (01) 263 0697 x40
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Clare McGee
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Galway, County H91
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and it can be hard to know who to talk to, and what to say. Does this feel familiar to you? My main aim is to listen with empathy and to form a deep relationship within which healing can occur. I will endeavour to understand so that you feel heard and will create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences fully.
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming and it can be hard to know who to talk to, and what to say. Does this feel familiar to you? My main aim is to listen with empathy and to form a deep relationship within which healing can occur. I will endeavour to understand so that you feel heard and will create a safe space where you can explore your thoughts, feelings and experiences fully.
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Kester Kenevey
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Galway, County H91
I believe in the effectiveness of brief intervention. As well as being emotionally supportive, therapy can be educational and empowering. During just a few sessions, clients discover much about themselves and gain perspective on their thoughts and behaviour. Through their experience of navigating issues brought to therapy, clients become better prepared to deal with difficulties in the future. I focus on listening to and understanding my clients, helping them through their issues, and nurturing the strength and confidence they need to become independent again. To learn more about me, please check my website: www.galwaytherapist.ie
I believe in the effectiveness of brief intervention. As well as being emotionally supportive, therapy can be educational and empowering. During just a few sessions, clients discover much about themselves and gain perspective on their thoughts and behaviour. Through their experience of navigating issues brought to therapy, clients become better prepared to deal with difficulties in the future. I focus on listening to and understanding my clients, helping them through their issues, and nurturing the strength and confidence they need to become independent again. To learn more about me, please check my website: www.galwaytherapist.ie
(01) 263 0393 x11 View (01) 263 0393 x11

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How does therapy for self-harm work?
A person may turn to self-injury so that they can distract themselves from their stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances. Therapy can address the cause of an individual’s suffering. A therapist can help a person understand why they may want to self-harm and help the person learn new methods of coping. A person may have poor emotion regulation, and treatment such as cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) is helpful for breaking this behaviour. In addition, treatment such as dialectical behaviour therapy can help a person manage their tolerance of distress.

Which therapies are best for self-harm?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, and mentalisation-based therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are common approaches for people who have painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual cope with distress, regulate emotions, and manage impulsive urges.

Does the tendency to self-harm mean the person is suicidal?
Having this urge does not mean the individual suffers from suicidal ideation. People who want to self-injure look to distract or alleviate themselves from the pain they are experiencing. People with suicidal tendencies want to end life altogether. However, this does not mean a person with the intent to self-harm will not attempt suicide.

How often and how long are therapy sessions for self-harm?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Clients may see improvement within 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, maybe, a six-month period. People, especially those with co-occurring conditions like depression and anxiety, may need to continue therapy for up to 12 to 18 months.