Marriage Counselling in Athy
Full member of ICP and APPI, with more than 12 years in private practice with adults, couples and young people.
People often come to therapy when the ways they have used to manage emotional pain are no longer working, or have begun to affect their relationships, confidence, and ability to feel at ease with themselves, yet something keeps pulling them back into anxiety, low mood, grief, painful relationships, or emotional instability. I work with adults who want more than short-term reassurance: they want to understand the deeper roots of their difficulties and begin to restore psychological stability, emotional balance, and lasting change.
Full member of ICP and APPI, with more than 12 years in private practice with adults, couples and young people.
People often come to therapy when the ways they have used to manage emotional pain are no longer working, or have begun to affect their relationships, confidence, and ability to feel at ease with themselves, yet something keeps pulling them back into anxiety, low mood, grief, painful relationships, or emotional instability. I work with adults who want more than short-term reassurance: they want to understand the deeper roots of their difficulties and begin to restore psychological stability, emotional balance, and lasting change.
If you are looking for a space for yourself, for a listening ear in a time set aside to look at those issues that make your life harder, like relationship difficulties, anxiety, addiction, low mood, overwhelm, I am here and available to work with you. I aim to help my clients explore their life issues with a view to gaining an understanding of what's going on for you, and how best to improve your situation, make good decisions in your life.
If you are looking for a space for yourself, for a listening ear in a time set aside to look at those issues that make your life harder, like relationship difficulties, anxiety, addiction, low mood, overwhelm, I am here and available to work with you. I aim to help my clients explore their life issues with a view to gaining an understanding of what's going on for you, and how best to improve your situation, make good decisions in your life.
At Sin é Therapy, I offer counselling and psychotherapy to both Adults and Young Adults (age 18+) in a broad number of areas including: Low Mood, Depression, Suicide Ideation, Suicidal Thoughts, Bereaved by Suicide, Stress, Anxiety, Worry, Family / Relationship Conflict, Addiction – Drug, Alcohol, Gambling, Low Self-Esteem, Low Self-Confidence, Sexual Abuse, Assault, Violence, Grief, Loss & Bereavement.
Whether you are seeking support to nurture your own wellbeing, a parent or grandparent seeking wellbeing guidance for a young adult family member, or you are a young adult (age 18+), feel free to make contact with me.
At Sin é Therapy, I offer counselling and psychotherapy to both Adults and Young Adults (age 18+) in a broad number of areas including: Low Mood, Depression, Suicide Ideation, Suicidal Thoughts, Bereaved by Suicide, Stress, Anxiety, Worry, Family / Relationship Conflict, Addiction – Drug, Alcohol, Gambling, Low Self-Esteem, Low Self-Confidence, Sexual Abuse, Assault, Violence, Grief, Loss & Bereavement.
Whether you are seeking support to nurture your own wellbeing, a parent or grandparent seeking wellbeing guidance for a young adult family member, or you are a young adult (age 18+), feel free to make contact with me.
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I am a counselling psychologist and doctoral researcher with experience supporting adults and couples through concerns such as anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, identity exploration and emotional overwhelm.
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This approach gives me the scope to adapt to the individual or couples needs and circumstances, additionally I always incorporate mindfulness into my practice.
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Experience in working with individuals and couples.
Trained in humanistic and integrative psychotherapy which allows the client explore what avenue of therapy works well for them and incorporate aspects of different interventions and paychotherapy models that suit their process.
Also have an MSc in Addition studies and a HDip in Couples Therapy
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Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection?
I'm Lia, a Counselling Psychologist with 13 years of experience supporting adults, couples, and families. I am curious about the patterns that shape how we relate to ourselves and others. I can help you to uncover and understand these patterns, in order to repair, heal and ultimately thrive in your relationships.
Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection?
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As well as practical experience working with therapeutic groups, and couples.
It can be draining waking up day after day with your heart racing, feeling on edge. You might be dealing with anxiety or a consistent low mood, overthinking, or replaying worst-case scenarios in your head again and again. Friends and family are around you, and there for you, yet you still feel alone.
It's simply exhausting.
I understand how heavy this can feel, and I’m here to support you and help you find a way through it.
As well as practical experience working with therapeutic groups, and couples.
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It's simply exhausting.
I understand how heavy this can feel, and I’m here to support you and help you find a way through it.
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.
I offer in-person sessions for adults, adolescents (teens 13-18) and couples in Naas.
I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
There are times in life when the pain feels too much to carry alone. You might be living with the effects of trauma or abuse, feeling disconnected or under threat in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, depression or grief. Perhaps you’re exhausted, burnt out or overwhelmed. You may be facing big existential questions like: Who am I? Why my life so painful? You might even just feel something is off without knowing what. Whatever the colour of your pain, it can shape how you experience yourself and the world right now.
I offer in-person sessions for adults, adolescents (teens 13-18) and couples in Naas.
I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
There are times in life when the pain feels too much to carry alone. You might be living with the effects of trauma or abuse, feeling disconnected or under threat in your relationships, struggling with anxiety, depression or grief. Perhaps you’re exhausted, burnt out or overwhelmed. You may be facing big existential questions like: Who am I? Why my life so painful? You might even just feel something is off without knowing what. Whatever the colour of your pain, it can shape how you experience yourself and the world right now.
Are you an adolescent at risk, a family looking for help with coping skills related to conflict, a couple looking to work through conflict or marital issues; have you experienced trauma?
I am an integrative/systemic counsellor and psychotherapist with specialist training in Functional Family Therapy ( FFT) I provide an empathic safe and confidential space enabling you to work through various stressors. incorporating a humanistic approach, trauma-informed, attachment-based therapy and CBT. Approaches are tailored to your individual needs.
Are you an adolescent at risk, a family looking for help with coping skills related to conflict, a couple looking to work through conflict or marital issues; have you experienced trauma?
I am an integrative/systemic counsellor and psychotherapist with specialist training in Functional Family Therapy ( FFT) I provide an empathic safe and confidential space enabling you to work through various stressors. incorporating a humanistic approach, trauma-informed, attachment-based therapy and CBT. Approaches are tailored to your individual needs.
At In-Focus Psychotherapy, therapy is not about fixing what’s “wrong” with you - it’s about exploring what’s real and true for you. Together, we’ll consider how your past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns may be shaping how you feel and live today.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, depressed, lost, broken, wrong, or simply curious about why you are as you are, this is a place to look beneath the surface, make sense of what isn't working, and move toward lasting, meaningful change in your life. We’ll work at your pace, in a way that feels safe and supported, and always guided by acceptance and curiosity.
At In-Focus Psychotherapy, therapy is not about fixing what’s “wrong” with you - it’s about exploring what’s real and true for you. Together, we’ll consider how your past experiences, relationships, and unconscious patterns may be shaping how you feel and live today.
Whether you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, depressed, lost, broken, wrong, or simply curious about why you are as you are, this is a place to look beneath the surface, make sense of what isn't working, and move toward lasting, meaningful change in your life. We’ll work at your pace, in a way that feels safe and supported, and always guided by acceptance and curiosity.
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What issues does marriage counselling help with?
Marriage counselling can address common relationship concerns, including ongoing conflict, communication challenges, emotional distance, or difficulty making decisions together. It may also be helpful for couples who are not currently experiencing major problems but want to prepare for future life changes. For more specific concerns affecting one individual in the relationship, such as trauma, depression, or significant substance use concerns, individual therapy may be more appropriate than marriage counselling.
When is the right time to start marriage counselling?
There is no single “right” time to start marriage counselling, but certain signs may suggest that counselling could be helpful. For example, a couple may benefit from counselling if many conversations end in conflict, if negative interactions are becoming more frequent, or if relationship stress is affecting other areas of life, such as sleep, work, parenting, or friendships. Some couples also seek counselling proactively. Premarital counselling, for instance, allows couples to discuss communication styles, finances, family dynamics, and future goals before getting married. Other couples may start counselling before a major life change, such as becoming parents, relocating, or navigating a stressful career transition.
Is marriage counselling effective if only one partner wants to go?
Marriage counselling may still help even if one partner is more hesitant to attend, as long as both people are ultimately willing to participate in sessions. Once counselling is underway, the more hesitant partner may become more open to sessions that can strengthen the relationship and build coping skills and communication strategies. If one partner refuses to attend, individual therapy may still help the other partner understand their needs, set boundaries, and decide how to approach the relationship.
Is online marriage counselling as effective as in-person?
There are differing opinions on the best format for marriage counselling. While some studies show that online marriage counselling can be as effective as in-person counselling, some argue that in-person counselling is more effective because it allows the therapist to better pick up on context and body language cues. In addition, in-person counselling may be a better fit for couples who are working through high-conflict issues. Ultimately, the “best” format depends on the couple’s specific needs and concerns.
What is faith-based marriage counselling and how is it different?
Faith-based marriage counselling incorporates a couple’s religious or spiritual beliefs into counselling. It may be a good fit for couples who want to discuss their relationship, values, and marriage within the context of their faith. For example, Christian marriage counselling may appeal to couples who want a counsellor familiar with Christian beliefs about marriage. Other forms of faith-based counselling may incorporate Jewish, Muslim, Hindu, Buddhist, or other religious perspectives into sessions.
How much does marriage counselling cost and is it covered by insurance?
Marriage counselling in Ireland is usually paid for privately, rather than through the HSE, and sessions often cost around €70 to €120 or more. Fees depend on location, counsellor experience, session length, and practice setting. However, lower-cost options may be available through sliding scale fees, which adjust the cost of counselling based on income, as well as through community services, charities, or non-profit organisations that offer reduced-cost services.