Attachment-based Counselling in Leixlip

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Scully Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Hello, I’m Eimear Scully and I’ve been working as a counsellor and psychotherapist in Leixlip village for almost 15 years. I have a depth of knowledge and experience in many areas including childhood trauma, attachment, co-dependency, adoption, family relationships, workplace issues, stress, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, depression, existential and transpersonal issues. If you’ve been feeling stuck, confused or alone these feelings are more common than you may realise. It can help to understand and process the thoughts, feelings and behaviours that have brought you here and how we can work to resolve them together.
Hello, I’m Eimear Scully and I’ve been working as a counsellor and psychotherapist in Leixlip village for almost 15 years. I have a depth of knowledge and experience in many areas including childhood trauma, attachment, co-dependency, adoption, family relationships, workplace issues, stress, anxiety, feelings of hopelessness, depression, existential and transpersonal issues. If you’ve been feeling stuck, confused or alone these feelings are more common than you may realise. It can help to understand and process the thoughts, feelings and behaviours that have brought you here and how we can work to resolve them together.
(061) 572 524 x87 View (061) 572 524 x87
Photo of Rosemary King MIACP Psychotherapist, Counsellor in Leixlip, County Kildare
Rosemary King MIACP Psychotherapist
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Do you need a warm, friendly counsellor who really listens to you as an individual? If you find you are returning to unhelpful behaviours or relationship patterns or coping with stress, anger problems, trauma, anxiety or depression that prevent you from being happy with life them counselling can really make a difference. In our sessions you'll find a thoughtful, supportive and creative environment where we can work at your pace. Whatever your situation is, we will work together for you to be empowered through non judgemental therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and move towards real positive lasting change.
Do you need a warm, friendly counsellor who really listens to you as an individual? If you find you are returning to unhelpful behaviours or relationship patterns or coping with stress, anger problems, trauma, anxiety or depression that prevent you from being happy with life them counselling can really make a difference. In our sessions you'll find a thoughtful, supportive and creative environment where we can work at your pace. Whatever your situation is, we will work together for you to be empowered through non judgemental therapy to change unhelpful thoughts and behaviours and move towards real positive lasting change.
(01) 267 6552 x15 View (01) 267 6552 x15
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Bernadette O'Boyle
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
I believe the answers to our own problems are within us. You are the expert. The narrator of your story. Your experience is unique. Only you know what it is to be you. How it feels. My role is simply one of companion. It is hoped that as you journey along at your own pace you will begin to unravel and understand who you are and why you feel the way you do. This insight has the potential to make sense of your difficulties. To find the light in the dark. To see new roads to travel, better ways to live, and new eyes to see the world. To eventually have the courage to take the road meant for you. To become who you truly are.
I believe the answers to our own problems are within us. You are the expert. The narrator of your story. Your experience is unique. Only you know what it is to be you. How it feels. My role is simply one of companion. It is hoped that as you journey along at your own pace you will begin to unravel and understand who you are and why you feel the way you do. This insight has the potential to make sense of your difficulties. To find the light in the dark. To see new roads to travel, better ways to live, and new eyes to see the world. To eventually have the courage to take the road meant for you. To become who you truly are.
(01) 568 2872 x48 View (01) 568 2872 x48
Photo of Rita Mooney - Positive Connections MIACP, Psychotherapist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Rita Mooney - Positive Connections MIACP
Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others​ in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
Positive Connections has been born out of a passion and wish to help others​ in their journey through life. I offer a professional, confidential and non-judgemental space in which you can explore your thoughts and emotions. Life can be difficult sometimes and being able to talk things through with an empathic therapist can offer you freedom to speak freely. I am committed to raising awareness of the transformative power of psychotherapy.
089 617 3463 View 089 617 3463
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Caroline Maher
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
I work with couples and individuals in Dublin City Centre and Lucan. At any stage in our lives we can be met by challenges that interfere with our happiness and sense of wellbeing. Some of these challenges are caused by big events like trauma, bereavement, a diagnosis of physical/mental illness or a relationship issue. For others, we may feel out of balance or sad, our thoughts are negative and we can't connect. Our relationships may be suffering. We are not sure what is causing this, we just know that we are not living a full life, something is missing or holding us back. Couples may be in crisis and wondering if they can last.
I work with couples and individuals in Dublin City Centre and Lucan. At any stage in our lives we can be met by challenges that interfere with our happiness and sense of wellbeing. Some of these challenges are caused by big events like trauma, bereavement, a diagnosis of physical/mental illness or a relationship issue. For others, we may feel out of balance or sad, our thoughts are negative and we can't connect. Our relationships may be suffering. We are not sure what is causing this, we just know that we are not living a full life, something is missing or holding us back. Couples may be in crisis and wondering if they can last.
(01) 267 6570 x64 View (01) 267 6570 x64
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New Journey Counselling (Anne)
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a BSc (Hons) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am an accredited member of the IACP (Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy). I am an integrative and person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist drawing on many therapy models to find the best approach for the individual client.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a BSc (Hons) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy and am an accredited member of the IACP (Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy). I am an integrative and person-centred counsellor and psychotherapist drawing on many therapy models to find the best approach for the individual client.
(01) 267 6595 x35 View (01) 267 6595 x35
Photo of Sandra Callaghan, Psychotherapist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Sandra Callaghan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Maybe you have suffered a loss, or are having relationship issues. Perhaps you are just overwhelmed with life in general, and need someone to talk to. The therapy room is a safe space to explore what is going on for you right now, and together we can figure out some tools to help you through.
Maybe you have suffered a loss, or are having relationship issues. Perhaps you are just overwhelmed with life in general, and need someone to talk to. The therapy room is a safe space to explore what is going on for you right now, and together we can figure out some tools to help you through.
086 829 1107 View 086 829 1107
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Muriel Currid
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Muriel is available for short term counselling as a way of supporting you with a specific problem or situation or long-term psychotherapy supporting you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others, uncovering thoughts, beliefs, assumptions and emotional reactions and responses possibly outside of your conscious awareness.
Muriel is available for short term counselling as a way of supporting you with a specific problem or situation or long-term psychotherapy supporting you deepen your understanding of yourself and your relationships with others, uncovering thoughts, beliefs, assumptions and emotional reactions and responses possibly outside of your conscious awareness.
(01) 267 6692 x30 View (01) 267 6692 x30
Photo of Maeve Kavanagh, Psychotherapist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Maeve Kavanagh
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
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.
086 838 9978 View 086 838 9978
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Donal Reilly
Psychotherapist, MSc, FTAI
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
My experience in supporting clients with mental health concerns has been built over the last 15 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples and individual adults. In the first session the aim is to get to know each other and figure out how we will work together, set up therapy goals and agree on the frequency of the sessions. I will take a detailed history and gain a strong understanding of the current issue by the end of the session. Have a look at my website for more information. www.donalreillypsychotherapycounseling.com
My experience in supporting clients with mental health concerns has been built over the last 15 years. I work with children, adolescents, couples and individual adults. In the first session the aim is to get to know each other and figure out how we will work together, set up therapy goals and agree on the frequency of the sessions. I will take a detailed history and gain a strong understanding of the current issue by the end of the session. Have a look at my website for more information. www.donalreillypsychotherapycounseling.com
086 359 0215 View 086 359 0215
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Restore Psychotherapy,Counselling, CBT, Dublin 15
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Highly experienced and professional mental health service. Providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore and be supported through the issues you may be experiencing.
Highly experienced and professional mental health service. Providing a safe, confidential and non-judgemental space to explore and be supported through the issues you may be experiencing.
085 738 3578 View 085 738 3578
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Gillian Fagan
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23  (Online Only)
I love how resourceful people can be. Most of us don't question who we are or how we got here until in a crisis or conflict. Therapy can be useful for many reasons; self acceptance, letting go of others expectations, difficulties in relationships, feeling stuck, a personal challenge, or just learning more about yourself. I love studying the science of human behaviour and understanding why we are the way we are. I combine psychology and science with psychotherapy in my approach. I work with a wide variety of issues, and have additional training in a number of areas, constantly developing the services I can offer.
I love how resourceful people can be. Most of us don't question who we are or how we got here until in a crisis or conflict. Therapy can be useful for many reasons; self acceptance, letting go of others expectations, difficulties in relationships, feeling stuck, a personal challenge, or just learning more about yourself. I love studying the science of human behaviour and understanding why we are the way we are. I combine psychology and science with psychotherapy in my approach. I work with a wide variety of issues, and have additional training in a number of areas, constantly developing the services I can offer.
(01) 267 6595 x32 View (01) 267 6595 x32
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The Irish Psychotherapy and Guidance Hub
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
Anne Marie is an experienced psychotherapist who works with individuals when they are struggling, to help them find the source of their suffering. She helps individuals to find solutions to their problems by creating a safe space where they can untangle their thoughts and process their feelings. Some of these thoughts or feelings can restrict a persons life and keep them feeling stuck. Identifying what keeps a person stuck or drains them is the first step in a process that enables individuals to become unblocked so that they can move forward and live the life they want to live.
Anne Marie is an experienced psychotherapist who works with individuals when they are struggling, to help them find the source of their suffering. She helps individuals to find solutions to their problems by creating a safe space where they can untangle their thoughts and process their feelings. Some of these thoughts or feelings can restrict a persons life and keep them feeling stuck. Identifying what keeps a person stuck or drains them is the first step in a process that enables individuals to become unblocked so that they can move forward and live the life they want to live.
(061) 572 524 x29 View (061) 572 524 x29
Michele Frawley
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Leixlip, County Kildare W23
(01) 267 6622 x94 View (01) 267 6622 x94

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Core Clinical Therapy
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23  (Online Only)
The main aim of Core Clinical Therapy is to help you re-connect with your core potential. The part of you that you may have lost sight of because of circumstances that life may have thrown at you. You are 100% unique. There has never been anybody quite like you and there never will be anyone exactly like you ever again. Core Clinical Therapy can help you get the most from your one, precious life.
The main aim of Core Clinical Therapy is to help you re-connect with your core potential. The part of you that you may have lost sight of because of circumstances that life may have thrown at you. You are 100% unique. There has never been anybody quite like you and there never will be anyone exactly like you ever again. Core Clinical Therapy can help you get the most from your one, precious life.
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Photo of Dr. Carla Dukas, Psychologist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Dr. Carla Dukas
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Maynooth, County Kildare W23
As a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, I enjoy working with people who suffer from various behavioural or emotional problems, as well as those who seek better relationships, personal growth and a deeper meaning in their lives. I take a holistic approach to well-being, meaning I am interested in how our minds and bodies work together towards our ultimate health or ill-health. I have a particular passion for working with women and empowering the female voice. As a psychologist and mother of two children, I am also well versed in helping others navigate the complicated paths of parenthood!
As a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, I enjoy working with people who suffer from various behavioural or emotional problems, as well as those who seek better relationships, personal growth and a deeper meaning in their lives. I take a holistic approach to well-being, meaning I am interested in how our minds and bodies work together towards our ultimate health or ill-health. I have a particular passion for working with women and empowering the female voice. As a psychologist and mother of two children, I am also well versed in helping others navigate the complicated paths of parenthood!
(01) 267 6641 x61 View (01) 267 6641 x61
Photo of Orla Ray, Psychologist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Orla Ray
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23
Many people experience some form of disruption in their mental wellbeing at some point across their life and may need some extra supports when managing this. Perhaps you may have experienced something very challenging, upsetting or traumatic, recently or in the past, which you are finding difficult to process. Alternatively, you may be feeling tired, frustrated with life and lacking motivation for those parts of life from which you used to take enjoyment. Emotional wellbeing can impact greatly on varying aspects of daily life, hinder the ability to carry out normal daily activities and can cause conflict with those close to us.
Many people experience some form of disruption in their mental wellbeing at some point across their life and may need some extra supports when managing this. Perhaps you may have experienced something very challenging, upsetting or traumatic, recently or in the past, which you are finding difficult to process. Alternatively, you may be feeling tired, frustrated with life and lacking motivation for those parts of life from which you used to take enjoyment. Emotional wellbeing can impact greatly on varying aspects of daily life, hinder the ability to carry out normal daily activities and can cause conflict with those close to us.
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Photo of Renata Krolak-Sarnowska, Counsellor in Leixlip, County Kildare
Renata Krolak-Sarnowska
Counsellor, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W23
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
Photo of Karl Barry, Psychotherapist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Karl Barry
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Naas, County Kildare W23
Do you feel anxious, stuck, stressed or down? Perhaps you are having difficulties within your relationships and find yourself repeating the same negative patterns over and over again. Maybe you experienced a traumatic event that you feel may be negatively influencing your life today and holding you back from being the best version of yourself. I aim to create a safe, confidential space for both individuals and couples where we can explore the issues that you face and help you find a way to overcome them.
Do you feel anxious, stuck, stressed or down? Perhaps you are having difficulties within your relationships and find yourself repeating the same negative patterns over and over again. Maybe you experienced a traumatic event that you feel may be negatively influencing your life today and holding you back from being the best version of yourself. I aim to create a safe, confidential space for both individuals and couples where we can explore the issues that you face and help you find a way to overcome them.
085 173 3063 View 085 173 3063
Photo of Dolores Quinlan, Psychotherapist in Leixlip, County Kildare
Dolores Quinlan
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Celbridge, County Kildare W23
My work as a therapist is very rewarding. Being a facilitator of personal growth, I get to witness people transform, connecting with themselves on a deeper level becoming a more authentic version of themselves. Its lovely seeing someone evolve having built new resources and self-acceptance discovering a new zest for life. I get to meet courageous and resilient people and sharing their experiences is a real privilege.
My work as a therapist is very rewarding. Being a facilitator of personal growth, I get to witness people transform, connecting with themselves on a deeper level becoming a more authentic version of themselves. Its lovely seeing someone evolve having built new resources and self-acceptance discovering a new zest for life. I get to meet courageous and resilient people and sharing their experiences is a real privilege.
(01) 267 6681 x96 View (01) 267 6681 x96

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Attachment-based Counsellors

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioural Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.