Counselling for Elderly in County Kerry

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Siobhan Browne Counselling Therapist
Counsellor, APCP
Tralee, County Kerry V92
Siobhan is a fully accredited therapist for the past 14 years, working both in Private Practice and Social Care Settings. Siobhan's experience gives her a deep knowledge and understanding of the best ways to support her clients through Counselling & Psychotherapy. Siobhan offers an Integrative approach - this approach combines techniques from multiple approaches, tailoring therapy to individual needs for more personalised care. The flexibility of this approach emphasises the client's unique context, addressing psychological, emotional & social factors.
Siobhan is a fully accredited therapist for the past 14 years, working both in Private Practice and Social Care Settings. Siobhan's experience gives her a deep knowledge and understanding of the best ways to support her clients through Counselling & Psychotherapy. Siobhan offers an Integrative approach - this approach combines techniques from multiple approaches, tailoring therapy to individual needs for more personalised care. The flexibility of this approach emphasises the client's unique context, addressing psychological, emotional & social factors.
087 173 3393 View 087 173 3393
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Marie Gannon
Counsellor, MIACP
Tralee, County Kerry V92
Ask yourself a few questions. Are you experiencing a challenging stage in life, a conflicted state of mind, or difficulty within yourself that keeps on returning to trouble you? Are you finding relationships unfulfilling, stressful, or lonely? Do you worry about the future or are affected by the past? Do you replay everything you could have done differently but are consumed by guilt and regret? Do you spend a lot of time worrying about what other people think and how to make them happy? Maybe you are asking yourself how did my life turn out like this? It's exhausting. Isn't it?
Ask yourself a few questions. Are you experiencing a challenging stage in life, a conflicted state of mind, or difficulty within yourself that keeps on returning to trouble you? Are you finding relationships unfulfilling, stressful, or lonely? Do you worry about the future or are affected by the past? Do you replay everything you could have done differently but are consumed by guilt and regret? Do you spend a lot of time worrying about what other people think and how to make them happy? Maybe you are asking yourself how did my life turn out like this? It's exhausting. Isn't it?
(01) 267 6692 x35 View (01) 267 6692 x35
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Holistic Counselling
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Tralee, County Kerry V92
Many of our struggles are not signs of weakness but responses to pain, loss, and unmet emotional needs. I aim to offer a compassionate and non-judgemental space where clients feel safe enough to be understood, reconnect with themselves, and explore healing with curiosity, honesty, and self-acceptance.
Many of our struggles are not signs of weakness but responses to pain, loss, and unmet emotional needs. I aim to offer a compassionate and non-judgemental space where clients feel safe enough to be understood, reconnect with themselves, and explore healing with curiosity, honesty, and self-acceptance.
(01) 267 6692 x16 View (01) 267 6692 x16
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Deirdre Gallagher
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Online Only
• Poor sleep • Feeling bad about yourself • Worrying about the future and/or thinking a lot about the past • Feeling down, tired or having little energy • Not feeling good enough • Feeling alone or overwhelmed
• Poor sleep • Feeling bad about yourself • Worrying about the future and/or thinking a lot about the past • Feeling down, tired or having little energy • Not feeling good enough • Feeling alone or overwhelmed
(01) 568 2872 x99 View (01) 568 2872 x99
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Lorraine Boyle Counselling
Counsellor, MIACP
Listowel, County Kerry V31
Waitlist for new clients
I offer compassionate & confidential counselling to adults. Individual face to face and phone counselling available from an integrative approach, providing a non judgmental space to explore at your own pace.
I offer compassionate & confidential counselling to adults. Individual face to face and phone counselling available from an integrative approach, providing a non judgmental space to explore at your own pace.
083 872 8420 View 083 872 8420
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Suzanne Downing
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Tralee, County Kerry V92
I offer professional psychotherapy and counselling in Tralee town centre, Co. Kerry. I provide a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions. I support adults dealing with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As an experienced therapist, I provide personalised, evidence based therapy tailored to your needs. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for support, I am here to help you moving forward with clarity and confidence. I offer in-person counselling in Tralee.
I offer professional psychotherapy and counselling in Tralee town centre, Co. Kerry. I provide a safe, confidential space to explore your thoughts, feelings and emotions. I support adults dealing with anxiety, stress, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. As an experienced therapist, I provide personalised, evidence based therapy tailored to your needs. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or simply looking for support, I am here to help you moving forward with clarity and confidence. I offer in-person counselling in Tralee.
087 350 3963 View 087 350 3963
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Neil Browne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Killorglin, County Kerry V93
Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes it feels like you’re just trying to keep your head above water. Anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, or the challenges of neurodiversity can make it hard to see a way forward. Maybe self-doubt keeps creeping in, or familiar patterns leave you feeling stuck. You don’t just want to talk—you want something that helps. A space that feels safe but also gives you the tools to move forward. You need therapy that’s both structured and flexible, practical yet deeply understanding, helping you gain clarity, build confidence, and create real change.
Life can be unpredictable, and sometimes it feels like you’re just trying to keep your head above water. Anxiety, loss, relationship struggles, or the challenges of neurodiversity can make it hard to see a way forward. Maybe self-doubt keeps creeping in, or familiar patterns leave you feeling stuck. You don’t just want to talk—you want something that helps. A space that feels safe but also gives you the tools to move forward. You need therapy that’s both structured and flexible, practical yet deeply understanding, helping you gain clarity, build confidence, and create real change.
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Hello and welcome. I have developed a private practice based in Killorglin Co. Kerry. Here I practice as a Gestalt and EMDR psychotherapist (Eye Movement, Desensitisation and Reprocessing). We work together on developing a safe relationship space by using valuable tools from EMDR Therapy and other moda, so that you can feel at ease and comfortable in the session. You can work at your own pace on your desired issue, this can be something from the present, e.g a relatioship issues, stress, anxiety, grief and loss, or depression. With EMDR therapy, we can work with issues of historical trauma, PTSD and physical discomfort, and tension.
Hello and welcome. I have developed a private practice based in Killorglin Co. Kerry. Here I practice as a Gestalt and EMDR psychotherapist (Eye Movement, Desensitisation and Reprocessing). We work together on developing a safe relationship space by using valuable tools from EMDR Therapy and other moda, so that you can feel at ease and comfortable in the session. You can work at your own pace on your desired issue, this can be something from the present, e.g a relatioship issues, stress, anxiety, grief and loss, or depression. With EMDR therapy, we can work with issues of historical trauma, PTSD and physical discomfort, and tension.
(01) 267 6622 x14 View (01) 267 6622 x14
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Maryanne Keane
Counsellor, MIACP
Tralee, County Kerry V92
Are you finding life difficult at the moment? Are you feeling stressed, or is something lacking or unresolved in your life. Are you experiencing shame, grief, loss or relationship difficulties? Talking about life's challenges in a safe, supportive & non-judgemental space can help you make sense of what's happening, and can lead to living a fuller life.
Are you finding life difficult at the moment? Are you feeling stressed, or is something lacking or unresolved in your life. Are you experiencing shame, grief, loss or relationship difficulties? Talking about life's challenges in a safe, supportive & non-judgemental space can help you make sense of what's happening, and can lead to living a fuller life.
(01) 267 6681 x10 View (01) 267 6681 x10
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Jayne Leonard Vive Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
As a fully accredited psychotherapist and qualified nutritional therapist, I work with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and difficulties related to food and eating. My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on a range of methods depending on what feels most helpful for you. I use approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), ADHD-informed strategies, mindfulness, and, where relevant, consideration of lifestyle and nutrition and how these interact with mental health. My aim is to offer therapy that is both supportive and practical, equipping people with insights, skills, and tools they can continue to use going forward.
As a fully accredited psychotherapist and qualified nutritional therapist, I work with anxiety, ADHD, trauma, and difficulties related to food and eating. My approach is integrative and trauma-informed, drawing on a range of methods depending on what feels most helpful for you. I use approaches like Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), ADHD-informed strategies, mindfulness, and, where relevant, consideration of lifestyle and nutrition and how these interact with mental health. My aim is to offer therapy that is both supportive and practical, equipping people with insights, skills, and tools they can continue to use going forward.
(01) 267 6552 x98 View (01) 267 6552 x98
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Ciara O’ Mahony
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works with individuals aged from 14 years and over, online and face-face.I work with a range of issues such as self esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, work stress, relationship difficulties, addiction, Personality disorder, Bi-Polar, over thinking and day to day struggles in life. My main approach is person centred where the needs of the client guide the therapy process.
I am a fully qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist who works with individuals aged from 14 years and over, online and face-face.I work with a range of issues such as self esteem, anxiety, depression, trauma, bereavement, work stress, relationship difficulties, addiction, Personality disorder, Bi-Polar, over thinking and day to day struggles in life. My main approach is person centred where the needs of the client guide the therapy process.
(01) 267 6595 x94 View (01) 267 6595 x94
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Amanda Friel
Counsellor
Tralee, County Kerry V92
I offer face-to-face therapy for Adults ages 18 and over. I work one-on-one with trauma related issues. PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, bereavement, grief and loss. I also support adults experiencing life transitions, relationship issues. the impact of sexual abuse, shame, suicidal ideation, loneliness, and isolation. I have a particular interest in pet bereavement and supporting womens mental health and well-being. I specilise in working with endometriosis, menopause, parenting issues, and disenfranchised grief. Affordable counselling is available on a sliding scale.
I offer face-to-face therapy for Adults ages 18 and over. I work one-on-one with trauma related issues. PTSD, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, bereavement, grief and loss. I also support adults experiencing life transitions, relationship issues. the impact of sexual abuse, shame, suicidal ideation, loneliness, and isolation. I have a particular interest in pet bereavement and supporting womens mental health and well-being. I specilise in working with endometriosis, menopause, parenting issues, and disenfranchised grief. Affordable counselling is available on a sliding scale.
(01) 592 4196 x87 View (01) 592 4196 x87
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Elisabeth Swan
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Castleisland, County Kerry V92
Counselling and Psychotherapy can help with a variety of challenges - addressing difficulties in the present as well as overcoming experiences that belong to the past. A respectful and attuned therapeutic relationship I believe to be the foundation for all therapeutic work. Beside talk therapy we may use art materials to help you express yourself. Often people find that they want more life quality or that important relationships in their lives are impacted by their difficulties and want to find a way forward that feels right for them.
Counselling and Psychotherapy can help with a variety of challenges - addressing difficulties in the present as well as overcoming experiences that belong to the past. A respectful and attuned therapeutic relationship I believe to be the foundation for all therapeutic work. Beside talk therapy we may use art materials to help you express yourself. Often people find that they want more life quality or that important relationships in their lives are impacted by their difficulties and want to find a way forward that feels right for them.
087 335 1567 View 087 335 1567
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Caroline Corkery
Counsellor, MA, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Tralee, County Kerry V92
Things never have a way of working out in life as to how we thought it would. Life throws many obstacles in our path, which can be very challenging. These can cause us to question ourself, our lives and our beliefs. These can create anxiety or depression, feelings of not being able to cope. It can leave us feeling broke and feeling that there is no way forward. We loose someone we love or a relationship or job, which can lead us to grieving for what we have lost. Sometimes we just need to find the right direction for our life.
Things never have a way of working out in life as to how we thought it would. Life throws many obstacles in our path, which can be very challenging. These can cause us to question ourself, our lives and our beliefs. These can create anxiety or depression, feelings of not being able to cope. It can leave us feeling broke and feeling that there is no way forward. We loose someone we love or a relationship or job, which can lead us to grieving for what we have lost. Sometimes we just need to find the right direction for our life.
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Claire Bernadette Lyons Forde
Counsellor, APCP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
I specialise in the area of Grief and Loss I also help and support people experiencing many other issues including;- Anxiety, Low Self Esteem/Self Confidence, Relationship difficulties, Post Natal Distress, Work related problems, Family Relationships.
I specialise in the area of Grief and Loss I also help and support people experiencing many other issues including;- Anxiety, Low Self Esteem/Self Confidence, Relationship difficulties, Post Natal Distress, Work related problems, Family Relationships.
(01) 267 6570 x63 View (01) 267 6570 x63
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Shane O’Sullivan
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
087 791 5725 View 087 791 5725
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Brian Moriarty
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
I aim to give clients a healing environment that is private, strictly confidential, and judgment-free so they can recognise, investigate, and ultimately address their issues. I am an integrative psychotherapist, with a BSc Honours Degree, and have a genuine empathetic personality. In addition to integrating different models and methods of theory, I use a person-centred approach that is specifically customised to address the needs and concerns of each of my clients. These include internal family systems, attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, and psychoeducation.
I aim to give clients a healing environment that is private, strictly confidential, and judgment-free so they can recognise, investigate, and ultimately address their issues. I am an integrative psychotherapist, with a BSc Honours Degree, and have a genuine empathetic personality. In addition to integrating different models and methods of theory, I use a person-centred approach that is specifically customised to address the needs and concerns of each of my clients. These include internal family systems, attachment theory, cognitive behavioural therapy, solution-focused therapy, and psychoeducation.
(01) 267 6595 x71 View (01) 267 6595 x71
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Fiona Dineen
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Fenit, County Kerry V92
Seeking help during a challenging time can be difficult. Be confident that it is your inner strength that has guided you to reach out and seek support. In my experience, I have come to see that no issue is too big or too small; the difficulty comes in trying to overcome it alone. Allow me to provide a safe, confidential, supportive, non-judgemental space for you to talk about and explore the issues which you may be finding challenging or painful.
Seeking help during a challenging time can be difficult. Be confident that it is your inner strength that has guided you to reach out and seek support. In my experience, I have come to see that no issue is too big or too small; the difficulty comes in trying to overcome it alone. Allow me to provide a safe, confidential, supportive, non-judgemental space for you to talk about and explore the issues which you may be finding challenging or painful.
087 396 8518 View 087 396 8518
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John Collins
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych
Tralee, County Kerry V92
There are times in all our lives when we would benefit from some help and support. It can be difficult deciding who to see. With that in mind I offer all prospective clients an opportunity for us to meet face to face and discuss how I can help and for you to decide if I am the right person. I don’t charge for this and there is no assumption on my part that you will return, that would be your choice. I have extensive experience in many areas and am confident I can help you help yourself. Things can and do change for the better . . . there is light at the end of the tunnel. Individual sessions last 50mins and couples sessions 70mins.
There are times in all our lives when we would benefit from some help and support. It can be difficult deciding who to see. With that in mind I offer all prospective clients an opportunity for us to meet face to face and discuss how I can help and for you to decide if I am the right person. I don’t charge for this and there is no assumption on my part that you will return, that would be your choice. I have extensive experience in many areas and am confident I can help you help yourself. Things can and do change for the better . . . there is light at the end of the tunnel. Individual sessions last 50mins and couples sessions 70mins.
(01) 267 6595 x65 View (01) 267 6595 x65
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Mairead O'Sullivan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Killarney, County Kerry V93
Waitlist for new clients
My wish for you is to be seen, to heard and to be understood. I offer a safe, warm and confidential space. My approach is guided by the client and where they find themselves in any given moment. My way of working is always respectful, creative, compassionate, empowering and body process oriented. I believe laughter is one of the greatest medicines so smiling is guaranteed.
My wish for you is to be seen, to heard and to be understood. I offer a safe, warm and confidential space. My approach is guided by the client and where they find themselves in any given moment. My way of working is always respectful, creative, compassionate, empowering and body process oriented. I believe laughter is one of the greatest medicines so smiling is guaranteed.
(01) 263 0697 x64 View (01) 263 0697 x64
FAQ - About Therapy for Seniors
Is one ever too old for mental health therapy?
Individuals of all ages can benefit from mental health therapy. Indeed, older adults in particular may benefit from the social and psychological support a therapist can provide; the topics that older adults address in therapy may simply differ from those of younger clients. Seniors should seek out a therapist who has experience working with older individuals and who is well-versed in addressing common concerns among elderly individuals, such as depression, anxiety, loneliness, and physical mobility challenges.

How is counselling for elderly different from counselling for other age groups?
In general, counselling offers an opportunity for clients to process difficult life events and develop coping skills they can use outside of the therapy session. Therapists who specialise in working with elderly clients generally have the same framework but may place a special emphasis on specific topics, such as caregiver relationships and reducing loneliness. They may be specially equipped to deal with certain physical conditions or facilitate discussion surrounding end-of-life topics. Counselling for the elderly may also place a greater emphasis on social work-type topics to ensure that geriatric clients have access to necessary resources, such as food, a safe home environment, and healthcare.

How can therapy improve the quality of life of aging individuals?
Therapy for aging adults can greatly improve quality of life by providing an opportunity for them to process difficult emotions related to end-of-life, navigate relational or caregiver challenges, and develop coping skills for common mental health conditions, like anxiety or depression. Subsequent reductions in negative emotions and mental health disorder symptoms can make day-to-day living much more manageable for aging adults and those that care for them. The ongoing relationship with a trusted therapist can also help seniors combat loneliness and provide a sense of structure for their routine.

What are the qualities to look for in therapists who see seniors?
Seniors counsellors, like mental health counselors in general, should be kind, empathetic, skilled at listening, and knowledgeable about their particular area of expertise. Counsellors specialising in working with the senior population should be very familiar with the aging process in general and the common conditions that the elderly can face, such as dementia, depression, loneliness, and/or physical illness. Many senior counsellors are also well-equipped to help caregivers and families navigate the aging process of their loved ones, and they may draw on Interpersonal Therapy to help facilitate improved interactions between seniors and those that care for them.