VHI Counselling in Maynooth
Kasha Skoczen works with children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in neurodevelopmental challenges (ASD, ADHD), anxiety, depression, and body image issues. Clients seek her expertise for independent psychological assessments and integrative therapy, which she provides through an evidence-based approach combining CBT, SFBT and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Kasha Skoczen works with children, adolescents, and adults, specializing in neurodevelopmental challenges (ASD, ADHD), anxiety, depression, and body image issues. Clients seek her expertise for independent psychological assessments and integrative therapy, which she provides through an evidence-based approach combining CBT, SFBT and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
Taking a decision to go to counselling is not always an easy one. When we are met with warmth, respect and acceptance it can be very powerful. It can open up that space where we can safely look at what might be causing our current difficulties'
Taking a decision to go to counselling is not always an easy one. When we are met with warmth, respect and acceptance it can be very powerful. It can open up that space where we can safely look at what might be causing our current difficulties'
Paula O'Connor (MIAHIP) Reg ICP.
Paula holds a BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School and is accredited by the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP) and is also registered with ICP Irish Council for Psychotherapy.
Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and integrative, encouraging clients to explore their physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being.
She forsters a warm and welcoming environment where clients can engage with curiosity and self-exploration.
Paula values the therapeutic relationship as a vital component of the healing process.
Paula O'Connor (MIAHIP) Reg ICP.
Paula holds a BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School and is accredited by the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP) and is also registered with ICP Irish Council for Psychotherapy.
Her therapeutic approach is humanistic and integrative, encouraging clients to explore their physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual well-being.
She forsters a warm and welcoming environment where clients can engage with curiosity and self-exploration.
Paula values the therapeutic relationship as a vital component of the healing process.
I work with individuals to help address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties and stress.
There are many reasons why people come to counselling and psychotherapy. You may have a particular issue which is causing you distress or a number of issues that are troubling you. Whatever brings you to counselling, I aim to provide a safe, caring and confidential setting where you can explore what is relevant for you.
I work with individuals to help address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, eating disorders, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties and stress.
There are many reasons why people come to counselling and psychotherapy. You may have a particular issue which is causing you distress or a number of issues that are troubling you. Whatever brings you to counselling, I aim to provide a safe, caring and confidential setting where you can explore what is relevant for you.
You may be capable and self-aware, yet still feel overwhelmed, detached or stuck. Relationships may feel intense or confusing. Perhaps you have been told you are too sensitive, too much, or overthinking. You might wonder why you react so strongly, struggle with rejection, or feel successful on paper but internally dysregulated. I work with adults navigating neurodivergence, including ADHD and autistic identity, Rejection Sensitivity, shame, personality patterns, attachment wounds, trauma and identity shifts. Together, we make sense of what is happening in your nervous system and create something more workable.
You may be capable and self-aware, yet still feel overwhelmed, detached or stuck. Relationships may feel intense or confusing. Perhaps you have been told you are too sensitive, too much, or overthinking. You might wonder why you react so strongly, struggle with rejection, or feel successful on paper but internally dysregulated. I work with adults navigating neurodivergence, including ADHD and autistic identity, Rejection Sensitivity, shame, personality patterns, attachment wounds, trauma and identity shifts. Together, we make sense of what is happening in your nervous system and create something more workable.
There are many reasons people arrive at therapy, to resolve problems from the past, to help overcome current challenges or worries about the future. My role is to create a confidential and supportive space that is right for you to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you feel that counselling might be something that could help you right now, please do get in touch.
There are many reasons people arrive at therapy, to resolve problems from the past, to help overcome current challenges or worries about the future. My role is to create a confidential and supportive space that is right for you to facilitate your personal growth and change. If you feel that counselling might be something that could help you right now, please do get in touch.
Are you finding it hard to manage your emotions, relationships, or sense of self, and feel that something needs to change? Reaching out for support is a courageous first step, and it’s often where healing begins. As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I’m here to walk alongside you in that process. At the heart of my work is the belief that people are not problems to be solved, but individuals navigating complex emotional experiences. Therapy can be a place to better understand yourself, soften your negative inner critic, and develop new ways of relating to your emotions and relationships.
Are you finding it hard to manage your emotions, relationships, or sense of self, and feel that something needs to change? Reaching out for support is a courageous first step, and it’s often where healing begins. As a Chartered Counselling Psychologist, I’m here to walk alongside you in that process. At the heart of my work is the belief that people are not problems to be solved, but individuals navigating complex emotional experiences. Therapy can be a place to better understand yourself, soften your negative inner critic, and develop new ways of relating to your emotions and relationships.
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.
I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents seeking support with anxiety, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As a pluralistic therapist, I adapt my approach to each client’s needs. I have particular experience supporting couples to improve communication and build mutual respect. Trained in EMDR, I bring a mindful, compassionate approach. Known for my warmth and honesty, I help clients find a path forward with clarity and confidence.
I work with individuals, couples, and adolescents seeking support with anxiety, relationship challenges, or life transitions. As a pluralistic therapist, I adapt my approach to each client’s needs. I have particular experience supporting couples to improve communication and build mutual respect. Trained in EMDR, I bring a mindful, compassionate approach. Known for my warmth and honesty, I help clients find a path forward with clarity and confidence.
I help clients work through issues such as coping with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem and relationship problems. Bringing a warm, non-judgmental space I can help you to explore whatever issue you bring to therapy. I tailor my approach to your needs using my training in a number of models of therapy. I help you to delve deeper into the root cause of whatever you are struggling with so that you can reach a greater depth of understanding and connection with your self. You can then bring this knowledge and awareness into your life so that you are better able to manage yourself whatever obstacles come up in your life.
I help clients work through issues such as coping with anxiety, depression, grief, anger, self-esteem and relationship problems. Bringing a warm, non-judgmental space I can help you to explore whatever issue you bring to therapy. I tailor my approach to your needs using my training in a number of models of therapy. I help you to delve deeper into the root cause of whatever you are struggling with so that you can reach a greater depth of understanding and connection with your self. You can then bring this knowledge and awareness into your life so that you are better able to manage yourself whatever obstacles come up in your life.
If food, body image, bingeing, purging, restricting, or constant thoughts about eating are taking up too much space in your life, you are not alone and you are absolutely welcome here. I work closely with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image difficulties, anxiety, and trauma. Often, these struggles can feel exhausting, isolating, and honestly… a bit like your brain has become an unpaid full-time critic. Together, we work to quiet that noise, untangle unhelpful patterns, and build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food, your body and yourself.
If food, body image, bingeing, purging, restricting, or constant thoughts about eating are taking up too much space in your life, you are not alone and you are absolutely welcome here. I work closely with people struggling with eating disorders, disordered eating, body image difficulties, anxiety, and trauma. Often, these struggles can feel exhausting, isolating, and honestly… a bit like your brain has become an unpaid full-time critic. Together, we work to quiet that noise, untangle unhelpful patterns, and build a healthier, more compassionate relationship with food, your body and yourself.
I work with couples and individuals, providing a neuro-affirmative, open approach. At any stage in life we can be met by challenges that interfere with our happiness and sense of wellbeing. Some of these challenges are caused by events like trauma, bereavement, a diagnosis of physical/mental illness or a relationship breakdown. Or, 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, providing a neuro-affirmative, open approach. At any stage in life we can be met by challenges that interfere with our happiness and sense of wellbeing. Some of these challenges are caused by events like trauma, bereavement, a diagnosis of physical/mental illness or a relationship breakdown. Or, 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.
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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My therapy sessions are covered by tax relief and all Irish health insurance providers, including VHI, Laya, Aviva and Irish Life.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something to shift, you’re in the right place.
I’m Linda, a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, fully accredited with IACP (Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
I work with adults and teens at all kinds of crossroads: the painful ones, the confusing ones, and the ones that are hard to even name. My approach is warm, grounded, and tailored to you, because no two people, and no two journeys, are the same.
My therapy sessions are covered by tax relief and all Irish health insurance providers, including VHI, Laya, Aviva and Irish Life.
If you’re feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or simply ready for something to shift, you’re in the right place.
I’m Linda, a qualified integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, fully accredited with IACP (Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy) and BACP (British Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy).
I work with adults and teens at all kinds of crossroads: the painful ones, the confusing ones, and the ones that are hard to even name. My approach is warm, grounded, and tailored to you, because no two people, and no two journeys, are the same.
My passion is encouraging & empowering women: Helping women to recognise their own strengths and heal the trauma that has been holding them back. Gentle self-exploration and prioritising the relationship with self are key aspects of my way of working. I strive to provide a professional, holistic relationship that is free from shame and judgement. Visit my website for more information.
My passion is encouraging & empowering women: Helping women to recognise their own strengths and heal the trauma that has been holding them back. Gentle self-exploration and prioritising the relationship with self are key aspects of my way of working. I strive to provide a professional, holistic relationship that is free from shame and judgement. Visit my website for more information.
I am an EAP affiliate counsellor for VHI clients via Health Hero.
Hi, I’m Aoife and I provide person-centred general counselling for couples and individuals from 17 years upwards. I have premises in both Portlaoise and Mountmellick. I’m a fully accredited member of IACP (Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy).
I am an EAP affiliate counsellor for VHI clients via Health Hero.
Hi, I’m Aoife and I provide person-centred general counselling for couples and individuals from 17 years upwards. I have premises in both Portlaoise and Mountmellick. I’m a fully accredited member of IACP (Irish Association of Counselling & Psychotherapy).
Hi there, I'm Aisling.
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed, stretched, or not quite like themselves anymore. You might be feeling anxious, low, or stuck in patterns that are hard to shift, or finding yourself reacting in ways that don’t feel like you.
I offer a calm, supportive space to slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and help you feel more steady, understood, and able to move forward in a way that feels right for you. I specialise in the areas of grief, depression, neurodivergence and anxiety but have significant experience of working in many other areas too.
Hi there, I'm Aisling.
I work with people who are feeling overwhelmed, stretched, or not quite like themselves anymore. You might be feeling anxious, low, or stuck in patterns that are hard to shift, or finding yourself reacting in ways that don’t feel like you.
I offer a calm, supportive space to slow things down, make sense of what’s going on, and help you feel more steady, understood, and able to move forward in a way that feels right for you. I specialise in the areas of grief, depression, neurodivergence and anxiety but have significant experience of working in many other areas too.
Therapist specialising in Anxiety and Trauma Therapy Intensives
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of anxiety, overthinking, overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences?
Perhaps you're constantly worrying, struggling to switch off, second-guessing yourself, or feeling emotionally exhausted. Maybe you've tried to work through things on your own, read the books, listened to the podcasts, or even had therapy before, but still find yourself returning to the same patterns.
If you're looking for meaningful change but don't want to commit to months or years of weekly therapy, a Therapy Intensive may be a good fit.
Therapist specialising in Anxiety and Trauma Therapy Intensives
Do you feel stuck in a cycle of anxiety, overthinking, overwhelm, or the impact of past experiences?
Perhaps you're constantly worrying, struggling to switch off, second-guessing yourself, or feeling emotionally exhausted. Maybe you've tried to work through things on your own, read the books, listened to the podcasts, or even had therapy before, but still find yourself returning to the same patterns.
If you're looking for meaningful change but don't want to commit to months or years of weekly therapy, a Therapy Intensive may be a good fit.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Are some issues becoming too difficult to manage right now? I offer a safe and non-judgemental space to talk, to explore and to learn to manage what is causing you distress. I believe in the importance of working collaboratively with my clients to examine their options and to help them to find their own voice. We all deserve to live a fulfilled life according to our individual needs and I see the therapeutic space as a wonderful opportunity to work on these needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Are some issues becoming too difficult to manage right now? I offer a safe and non-judgemental space to talk, to explore and to learn to manage what is causing you distress. I believe in the importance of working collaboratively with my clients to examine their options and to help them to find their own voice. We all deserve to live a fulfilled life according to our individual needs and I see the therapeutic space as a wonderful opportunity to work on these needs.