Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counselling in Allenwood

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Maeve Kavanagh
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Is life getting you down? Maybe you are experiencing challenges that feel relentless? Are you stressed, anxious, sad or depressed? Have you suffered a loss of some kind that you are struggling to cope with? Get the support you need to help you navigate any issues that keep you from enjoying life.
Is life getting you down? Maybe you are experiencing challenges that feel relentless? Are you stressed, anxious, sad or depressed? Have you suffered a loss of some kind that you are struggling to cope with? Get the support you need to help you navigate any issues that keep you from enjoying life.
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Aura Counselling Service
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I will provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore whatever is preventing you moving forward in your life. My job is to facilitate healing and to support you in the choices you make in the future. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is most important and the style of therapy used must reflect the needs of each person.
I will provide a safe, non-judgemental space to explore whatever is preventing you moving forward in your life. My job is to facilitate healing and to support you in the choices you make in the future. I believe the relationship between therapist and client is most important and the style of therapy used must reflect the needs of each person.
(01) 267 6570 x33 View (01) 267 6570 x33

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AP Psychotherapy
MSc
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W91
I am an experienced CBT psychotherapist in Kildare, Dublin and online, offering effective therapy for stress, anxiety, depression and trauma I am a registered mental health nurse and have dual masters degrees in perinatal mental health and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) combined with over 20 years experience supporting clients in all aspects of health care.
I provide specialist counselling for women's mental health issues, specialising in supporting mothers with postnatal depression or anxiety in Kildare, Dublin, and online. Counselling for menopausal anxiety and depression is available in Kildare, Dublin, and online if preferred.
I am an experienced CBT psychotherapist in Kildare, Dublin and online, offering effective therapy for stress, anxiety, depression and trauma I am a registered mental health nurse and have dual masters degrees in perinatal mental health and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) combined with over 20 years experience supporting clients in all aspects of health care.
I provide specialist counselling for women's mental health issues, specialising in supporting mothers with postnatal depression or anxiety in Kildare, Dublin, and online. Counselling for menopausal anxiety and depression is available in Kildare, Dublin, and online if preferred.
(01) 233 7063 x17 View (01) 233 7063 x17
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STL Counselling & Psychotherapy (Linda Bolger)
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23
I also hold a Professional Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and a Level 9 Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health.
I specialise in all areas of women’s health - pregnancy, fertility/infertility, miscarriage, loss, PND, stress, anxiety and depression. I have completed training with the British Infertility Counselling Association and have completed workshops and training in the area of fertility. I am a professional member of the Irish Fertility Counsellors Association.
I also hold a Professional Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and a Level 9 Certificate in Perinatal Mental Health.
I specialise in all areas of women’s health - pregnancy, fertility/infertility, miscarriage, loss, PND, stress, anxiety and depression. I have completed training with the British Infertility Counselling Association and have completed workshops and training in the area of fertility. I am a professional member of the Irish Fertility Counsellors Association.
(01) 267 6570 x59 View (01) 267 6570 x59
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Counselling to Go
Counsellor, APCP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Online Counselling Help for: Trauma • Abuse • PTSD • Emotional Distress • Depression • Anxiety • Stress • Grief & Loss • Bereavement • Addictions • Bullying in the Workplace • Panic • Adjusting to Change • Medical Negligence • Personal Injury • Phobias • Sex & Intimacy • Postpartum Depression • Love & Relationships • Menopause • Attachment Issues • Prejudice & Discrimination • Parenting Alone • Family-Related Issues • Social Anxiety • Shame • Changes at Work • Victims of Crime • Racism • Pregnancy & Childbirth • Sexual Orientation • Worry • Social Phobia • Shame and more.
Karen has particular expertise in the areas of Domestic Violence and Divorce & Separation. She has over 12 years’ experience working in the domestic violence sector. Having also personally navigated the Irish court system during her own judicial separation, she is in a unique position to offer support to others on their own journey.
Online Counselling Help for: Trauma • Abuse • PTSD • Emotional Distress • Depression • Anxiety • Stress • Grief & Loss • Bereavement • Addictions • Bullying in the Workplace • Panic • Adjusting to Change • Medical Negligence • Personal Injury • Phobias • Sex & Intimacy • Postpartum Depression • Love & Relationships • Menopause • Attachment Issues • Prejudice & Discrimination • Parenting Alone • Family-Related Issues • Social Anxiety • Shame • Changes at Work • Victims of Crime • Racism • Pregnancy & Childbirth • Sexual Orientation • Worry • Social Phobia • Shame and more.
Karen has particular expertise in the areas of Domestic Violence and Divorce & Separation. She has over 12 years’ experience working in the domestic violence sector. Having also personally navigated the Irish court system during her own judicial separation, she is in a unique position to offer support to others on their own journey.
(01) 267 6681 x90 View (01) 267 6681 x90
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Kamila Jelinkova
Psychotherapist, MA, ICP
Verified Verified
Athy, County Kildare R14
including the perinatal mental health clinic in Holles Street National Maternity Hospital, the Rialto Community Project, the Drop-in Initiative, or my own private psychotherapeutic practice.
My work is based on psychoanalytic theories emphasising the importance of unconscious processes and language. Central is the belief that the human-subject is primarily a speaking-subject, therefore language founds the core of our being. Language / speech has the potential to transform - listening and suitably responding to speech can create a lasting change.
including the perinatal mental health clinic in Holles Street National Maternity Hospital, the Rialto Community Project, the Drop-in Initiative, or my own private psychotherapeutic practice.
My work is based on psychoanalytic theories emphasising the importance of unconscious processes and language. Central is the belief that the human-subject is primarily a speaking-subject, therefore language founds the core of our being. Language / speech has the potential to transform - listening and suitably responding to speech can create a lasting change.
(01) 568 2872 x84 View (01) 568 2872 x84
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Emer Foley
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Online Only
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space from the very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling.
I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space from the very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling.
(01) 267 6527 x69 View (01) 267 6527 x69
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Marianne Gunnigan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Sallins, County Kildare W91
​I am an accredited member of IACP offering help with psychological and emotional difficulties in a safe, non-judgemental environment. I have been qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist since 2012 and I established my private practice here in Sallins, Co Kildare in 2016 where I offer one-to-one counselling and psychotherapy to individuals over 18 years of age, who are currently experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties in their lives. I hold a BA in Counselling and Psychotherapy from AIT as well as a Professional Certificate in CBT from PCI college.
​I am an accredited member of IACP offering help with psychological and emotional difficulties in a safe, non-judgemental environment. I have been qualified as a counsellor and psychotherapist since 2012 and I established my private practice here in Sallins, Co Kildare in 2016 where I offer one-to-one counselling and psychotherapy to individuals over 18 years of age, who are currently experiencing emotional or psychological difficulties in their lives. I hold a BA in Counselling and Psychotherapy from AIT as well as a Professional Certificate in CBT from PCI college.
(01) 267 6622 x29 View (01) 267 6622 x29
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Sarah Donnelly
Psychotherapist, APCP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Navigating mental health complexities or seeking resolution in relationships? Embark on a journey of self-discovery with a focus on your needs. Expect a holistic, personalised approach, tailored interventions, and a safe space for open expression. Together, we'll pursue goals of enhanced well-being, improved relationships, and self-understanding. Your motivation for empowerment aligns with my commitment to a transformative journey towards joy, fulfillment, and an enriched quality of life. I eagerly anticipate starting this path with you.
Navigating mental health complexities or seeking resolution in relationships? Embark on a journey of self-discovery with a focus on your needs. Expect a holistic, personalised approach, tailored interventions, and a safe space for open expression. Together, we'll pursue goals of enhanced well-being, improved relationships, and self-understanding. Your motivation for empowerment aligns with my commitment to a transformative journey towards joy, fulfillment, and an enriched quality of life. I eagerly anticipate starting this path with you.
(01) 263 0393 x49 View (01) 263 0393 x49
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Renata Krolak-Sarnowska
Counsellor, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Athy, County Kildare R14
It is impossible to tell you exactly what your therapy process will be like, as you are unique, with your own experience, strengths and difficulties. Good therapy will be tailored to you and your individual situation. That said, in all models of therapeutic work I will work with you to define your goals and to develop the steps you will take to achieve those goals in therapy. Your therapeutic process will not only focus on your current situation and experiences, but also on the internal patterns that may be contributing to how you are feeling.
It is impossible to tell you exactly what your therapy process will be like, as you are unique, with your own experience, strengths and difficulties. Good therapy will be tailored to you and your individual situation. That said, in all models of therapeutic work I will work with you to define your goals and to develop the steps you will take to achieve those goals in therapy. Your therapeutic process will not only focus on your current situation and experiences, but also on the internal patterns that may be contributing to how you are feeling.
(01) 267 6622 x61 View (01) 267 6622 x61
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Dr Eileen Higgins at The Therapy Room
Counsellor, PhD, MIACP
Verified Verified
Athy, County Kildare R14
SERVICES: - Awareness Counselling, - Counselling (Crisis), - Counselling (General), - Counselling (Trauma), - Mindfulness, - Online Counselling / Phone Therapy, - Therapy (Individual), - Therapy (Online), - Therapy (Personal Growth)
SERVICES: - Awareness Counselling, - Counselling (Crisis), - Counselling (General), - Counselling (Trauma), - Mindfulness, - Online Counselling / Phone Therapy, - Therapy (Individual), - Therapy (Online), - Therapy (Personal Growth)
085 812 1003 View 085 812 1003
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Bernie Creaner
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Hello, my name is Bernie Creaner. I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist, which means I draw on different therapeutic tools to suit my client’s needs, such as CBT, family systems, humanistic and inner child work. I work with people of all identities who wish to work on anxiety, stress, negative thought patterns, relationship issues and self esteem. I also support clients through periods of major life challenges, such as grief, loss, divorce, parenting and fertility issues. Please feel free to reach out for a no obligation call back. If you feel we are a good fit, we can work on your healing journey together.
Hello, my name is Bernie Creaner. I'm an Integrative Psychotherapist, which means I draw on different therapeutic tools to suit my client’s needs, such as CBT, family systems, humanistic and inner child work. I work with people of all identities who wish to work on anxiety, stress, negative thought patterns, relationship issues and self esteem. I also support clients through periods of major life challenges, such as grief, loss, divorce, parenting and fertility issues. Please feel free to reach out for a no obligation call back. If you feel we are a good fit, we can work on your healing journey together.
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Nadine Ashe
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Naas, County Kildare W91
I work with each client tailoring each session to suit their needs. I use an integrative approach! I am fully accredited with IACP
I work with each client tailoring each session to suit their needs. I use an integrative approach! I am fully accredited with IACP
085 705 8925 View 085 705 8925
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Janna Ring
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Serves Area
I work with individuals presenting with a range of symptoms, primarily anxiety disorders, issues around self-esteem, depression, stress and trauma. I am attentive with the needs of my clients, I challenge clients as I see appropriate and offer tools to support their therapeutic journey. Much of the time, clients seek to gain relief from symptoms, and improve quality of life. My aim is to collaborate with the client to support them in reaching their therapeutic goals, and tailor my approach to meet the needs of the client.
I work with individuals presenting with a range of symptoms, primarily anxiety disorders, issues around self-esteem, depression, stress and trauma. I am attentive with the needs of my clients, I challenge clients as I see appropriate and offer tools to support their therapeutic journey. Much of the time, clients seek to gain relief from symptoms, and improve quality of life. My aim is to collaborate with the client to support them in reaching their therapeutic goals, and tailor my approach to meet the needs of the client.
(01) 230 8537 x97 View (01) 230 8537 x97
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Fiona Feeley Psychotherapist
MA
Verified Verified
Maynooth, County Kildare W23
Psychotherapy that is individualised to a client's specific issues and needs. My name is Fiona. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist with a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy, an Hons Degree in Psychology and full certification as a Shamanic practitioner. I embody an integrated, holistic approach which works with thoughts, emotions, the nervous system and the body. I focus on helping clients develop practices such as compassion, awareness, acceptance and accountability.
Psychotherapy that is individualised to a client's specific issues and needs. My name is Fiona. I am a fully qualified psychotherapist with a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy, an Hons Degree in Psychology and full certification as a Shamanic practitioner. I embody an integrated, holistic approach which works with thoughts, emotions, the nervous system and the body. I focus on helping clients develop practices such as compassion, awareness, acceptance and accountability.
(01) 267 6675 x44 View (01) 267 6675 x44
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Karen Foran EMDR & Trauma Psychotherapist
Psychotherapist, MSc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
Hey, I'm a psychotherapist working online. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning I use different therapy methods, such as EMDR, that will help with your process. My speciality is working with trauma, specifically childhood and sexual trauma. I have additional training working with neurodivergence and EMDR. Further information on my training and background can be found on my website listed below.
(01) 267 6675 x37 View (01) 267 6675 x37
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Anna Carroll
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W91
Welcome to my profile. I am a fully Accredited IACP Counsellor- Psychotherapist who works with adults 18 years and older. I am AuDHD (Autistic & ADHD), a formal discovery I made after both my children were assessed for Autism. I fully embrace being Neuro-Affirmative in both my professional and parenting/personal life, and am passionate about educating others to view Neurodivergence through a strengths based lens. I work with late identified Autistics, adults exploring possible Neurodivergent identity and parents whose children are pre and post assessment supporting clients on their unique journeys.
Welcome to my profile. I am a fully Accredited IACP Counsellor- Psychotherapist who works with adults 18 years and older. I am AuDHD (Autistic & ADHD), a formal discovery I made after both my children were assessed for Autism. I fully embrace being Neuro-Affirmative in both my professional and parenting/personal life, and am passionate about educating others to view Neurodivergence through a strengths based lens. I work with late identified Autistics, adults exploring possible Neurodivergent identity and parents whose children are pre and post assessment supporting clients on their unique journeys.
(01) 233 7903 x58 View (01) 233 7903 x58
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Peter Scanlon
Psychologist, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
(01) 267 6675 x97 View (01) 267 6675 x97
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Roseanne Sinnott
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Online Only
Roseanne is an integrative psychotherapist working from a humanist and person-centred approach. This means she holds a positive and hopeful view that every client has the capacity for self-healing within the therapeutic relationship with the therapist. She recognises the individuality of each client and integrates knowledge and skills from different therapy modalities according to the specific needs of the client. This facilitates a more flexible and individualised approach to therapy
Roseanne is an integrative psychotherapist working from a humanist and person-centred approach. This means she holds a positive and hopeful view that every client has the capacity for self-healing within the therapeutic relationship with the therapist. She recognises the individuality of each client and integrates knowledge and skills from different therapy modalities according to the specific needs of the client. This facilitates a more flexible and individualised approach to therapy
(061) 572 524 x89 View (061) 572 524 x89
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Serena Carroll
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Kilcock, County Kildare W23
Serena has flexibility in her work and recognises that each person is unique and works at a different pace, therefore the amount of sessions' differs with everyone. The sessions are 55 minutes long and often clients would continue the work in between sessions. I have been in private practice for ten years and so I have worked therapeutically with lots of various forms of mental health issues. I specialise in working with Anxiety Disorders.
Serena has flexibility in her work and recognises that each person is unique and works at a different pace, therefore the amount of sessions' differs with everyone. The sessions are 55 minutes long and often clients would continue the work in between sessions. I have been in private practice for ten years and so I have worked therapeutically with lots of various forms of mental health issues. I specialise in working with Anxiety Disorders.
(01) 267 6595 x75 View (01) 267 6595 x75
Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Counsellors

What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?

The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.

When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?

Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.

How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?

A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioural therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviours. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.