Counselling for Adults in Newbridge
I am a cognitive behavioural therapist/health coach with over 20 years of experience in health and well-being. I've worked in rehabilitation for more than ten years, helping people become the best version of themselves. I achieve this by understanding my own challenges and victories. I engage in an open, trusting environment with a connection that encourages others to grow. My passion is helping others challenge their own limiting self-beliefs, thus bringing them to a space of self-acceptance and positive change.
I am a cognitive behavioural therapist/health coach with over 20 years of experience in health and well-being. I've worked in rehabilitation for more than ten years, helping people become the best version of themselves. I achieve this by understanding my own challenges and victories. I engage in an open, trusting environment with a connection that encourages others to grow. My passion is helping others challenge their own limiting self-beliefs, thus bringing them to a space of self-acceptance and positive change.
I work with adolescents from 12 years + , adults & couples.
By looking at the emotional needs and wants I help clients to really understand the complexity of what is underneath the emotions they experience. We can present with a symptom like emotion such as fear, anger or people pleasing. However, when we fully understand where this comes from we become more aware, and with awareness, we then have the ability to make choices on how we want to proceed.
I work with adolescents from 12 years + , adults & couples.
By looking at the emotional needs and wants I help clients to really understand the complexity of what is underneath the emotions they experience. We can present with a symptom like emotion such as fear, anger or people pleasing. However, when we fully understand where this comes from we become more aware, and with awareness, we then have the ability to make choices on how we want to proceed.
I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
I work with adults & teens/adolescents struggling with ADHD symptoms, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, bullying, abuse, trauma, attachment wounds, disordered eating and more. My approach is integrative, grounded in a deep understanding of early experiences, complex trauma, neuropsychology & emotional regulation.
I offer in-person appointments in Naas for adults & adolescents (teens 13-18).
I work with adults & teens/adolescents struggling with ADHD symptoms, anxiety, depression, stress, burnout, grief, relationship issues, bullying, abuse, trauma, attachment wounds, disordered eating and more. My approach is integrative, grounded in a deep understanding of early experiences, complex trauma, neuropsychology & emotional regulation.
I work with children, adolescents, couples and individual adults.
My training and learning since then means that I not only focus on the individual as they are in front of me but I also consider them in all contexts such work, family, relationships, school, college etc. My approach is various to ensure that I can offer an individual plan for treatment to every client.
I work with children, adolescents, couples and individual adults.
My training and learning since then means that I not only focus on the individual as they are in front of me but I also consider them in all contexts such work, family, relationships, school, college etc. My approach is various to ensure that I can offer an individual plan for treatment to every client.
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.
I also provide ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults.
I work with children, adolescents and adults and have particular experience in helping people process trauma and adverse experiences.
I also provide ADHD and cognitive assessments for children and adults.
I work with children, adolescents and adults and have particular experience in helping people process trauma and adverse experiences.
I have a particular interest in working with adolescent clients (from 12 years) experiencing anxiety and school refusal, and with adult clients experiencing sex addiction and gambling addiction.
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.
I have a particular interest in working with adolescent clients (from 12 years) experiencing anxiety and school refusal, and with adult clients experiencing sex addiction and gambling addiction.
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.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I apply CBT in my areas of speciality experience such as: various anxiety disorders (GAD, OCD, PTSD, and social anxiety), panic attacks, depression disorders, anger-management, fears and phobias, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, stress management, self-esteem, confidence issues, and neurodiversity support.
Whether you are encountering long-term mental health difficulties, sustaining your mental-wellbeing, coping with a new problem. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can help you deal with depression to regain motivation in life, overcome anxiety and panic attacks to face fears, learn anger management to problem solve and resolve conflicts, manage uncontrollable negative thoughts, suicidal thoughts and behaviours, low self-esteem and self-confidence. CBT uses techniques to teach how to modify thinking, retraining your brain, helping you to learn how to control unwanted intrusive thoughts, reduce negative unhealthy emotions and behaviours.
As a Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist, I apply CBT in my areas of speciality experience such as: various anxiety disorders (GAD, OCD, PTSD, and social anxiety), panic attacks, depression disorders, anger-management, fears and phobias, adult survivors of child sexual abuse, stress management, self-esteem, confidence issues, and neurodiversity support.
Whether you are encountering long-term mental health difficulties, sustaining your mental-wellbeing, coping with a new problem. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy can help you deal with depression to regain motivation in life, overcome anxiety and panic attacks to face fears, learn anger management to problem solve and resolve conflicts, manage uncontrollable negative thoughts, suicidal thoughts and behaviours, low self-esteem and self-confidence. CBT uses techniques to teach how to modify thinking, retraining your brain, helping you to learn how to control unwanted intrusive thoughts, reduce negative unhealthy emotions and behaviours.
I'm an accredited therapist with the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and have over 13 years of experience since graduating. I work from an Integrative approach combining several theoretical models such as person-centred, CBT and Minfulness but always keep the therapeutic relationship a priority. I aim to provide a warm, empathic, safe space for clients. I'm also a qualified trainer with a passion for mental health education and reducing stigma. I have delivered over 200 talks, presentations, webinars and media interviews in recent years. To learn more about me please visit https://www.alanfarrellcounselling.ie/
I'm an accredited therapist with the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy and have over 13 years of experience since graduating. I work from an Integrative approach combining several theoretical models such as person-centred, CBT and Minfulness but always keep the therapeutic relationship a priority. I aim to provide a warm, empathic, safe space for clients. I'm also a qualified trainer with a passion for mental health education and reducing stigma. I have delivered over 200 talks, presentations, webinars and media interviews in recent years. To learn more about me please visit https://www.alanfarrellcounselling.ie/
As a pre-accredited member of the IACP, I practise in line with their ethical standards and have been working with adult clients since 2023.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not quite yourself lately? Do you feel like you are on a "hampster wheel", loosing yourself while caring for everyone else. Maybe things look “fine” on the outside, but inside it feels a bit heavier or harder than it should. If that sounds familiar, you’re not on your own. I’m here to listen and help you make sense of things, so they don’t feel as heavy.
You might want to identify and work towards what you want for your life, talk through something that’s happening at the moment, or come to terms with experiences from your past that still feel unresolved. All of that is welcome here.
As a pre-accredited member of the IACP, I practise in line with their ethical standards and have been working with adult clients since 2023.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just not quite yourself lately? Do you feel like you are on a "hampster wheel", loosing yourself while caring for everyone else. Maybe things look “fine” on the outside, but inside it feels a bit heavier or harder than it should. If that sounds familiar, you’re not on your own. I’m here to listen and help you make sense of things, so they don’t feel as heavy.
You might want to identify and work towards what you want for your life, talk through something that’s happening at the moment, or come to terms with experiences from your past that still feel unresolved. All of that is welcome here.
I see my work in counselling as helping you as a client connect with yourself at a deeper level – to explore the relationship with yourself so that you can discover your own wisdom and empowerment within. I am experienced helping clients in the areas of Relationship difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Stress management, Communication,Personal Growth, Addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Sexual abuse, Depression, Low Self Esteem, Psychosomatic conditions, Chronic Disease, Self-harm, Identity issues and OCD.
I see my work in counselling as helping you as a client connect with yourself at a deeper level – to explore the relationship with yourself so that you can discover your own wisdom and empowerment within. I am experienced helping clients in the areas of Relationship difficulties, Trauma, Bereavement and Grief, Stress management, Communication,Personal Growth, Addiction, Anxiety, Eating disorders, Sexual abuse, Depression, Low Self Esteem, Psychosomatic conditions, Chronic Disease, Self-harm, Identity issues and OCD.
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.
In therapy, we work together to explore how anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties may be connected to unconscious conflicts, early experiences, and repeated emotional patterns. Understanding these deeper roots can help alleviate emotional pain and support healing, stability, and personal growth.
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.
In therapy, we work together to explore how anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, and relationship difficulties may be connected to unconscious conflicts, early experiences, and repeated emotional patterns. Understanding these deeper roots can help alleviate emotional pain and support healing, stability, and personal growth.
Behind every person who feels despair, lost, alone, helpless, panicked, depressed, trapped, is a person who can be helped. Sharing the burden, feeling supported, being heard, not feeling judged, empathy- these are all aspects of counselling that I provide. For some, it means telling their story and being heard properly, maybe for the first time ever. I have a passion for helping people to understand themselves better and working with them to remove the blocks in the way of their inner peace. Importantly, I always believe that change, release from suffering and a better way forward is possible for every person.
Behind every person who feels despair, lost, alone, helpless, panicked, depressed, trapped, is a person who can be helped. Sharing the burden, feeling supported, being heard, not feeling judged, empathy- these are all aspects of counselling that I provide. For some, it means telling their story and being heard properly, maybe for the first time ever. I have a passion for helping people to understand themselves better and working with them to remove the blocks in the way of their inner peace. Importantly, I always believe that change, release from suffering and a better way forward is possible for every person.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents. I work with anxiety, low mood, behavioural issues, family disruption, bereavement, and neurodiversity. My approach is practical, collaborative, and respectful of each client’s pace and needs. I aim to help young people develop coping skills, strengthen communication, and improve emotional regulation, while supporting parents in their role.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents. I work with anxiety, low mood, behavioural issues, family disruption, bereavement, and neurodiversity. My approach is practical, collaborative, and respectful of each client’s pace and needs. I aim to help young people develop coping skills, strengthen communication, and improve emotional regulation, while supporting parents in their role.
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.
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.
You may be feeling lost in your relationship, overwhelmed by emotion, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change. Perhaps you’ve lost yourself while caring for others, struggle to communicate, or long for deeper connection but don’t know where to begin. My clients often want clarity, steadiness, and a healthier way of relating — both to themselves and to the people they love. They’re ready to understand their patterns, strengthen their voice, and feel more secure and grounded in their relationships.
You may be feeling lost in your relationship, overwhelmed by emotion, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change. Perhaps you’ve lost yourself while caring for others, struggle to communicate, or long for deeper connection but don’t know where to begin. My clients often want clarity, steadiness, and a healthier way of relating — both to themselves and to the people they love. They’re ready to understand their patterns, strengthen their voice, and feel more secure and grounded in their relationships.
I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I have also worked in HSE primary care and adult mental health services, the National Counselling Service for adult survivors of childhood abuse and neglect, and within student counselling services.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works from a place of curiosity and care for my clients. My main focus is on helping you get to know your own mind, the role your emotions play, and the influence of past experiences. Relationships are often at the heart of this exploration and so I also work with couples and families. Through commiting to this work, I hope you will begin feeling lighter, more resilient, and optimistic about your future.
I have also worked in HSE primary care and adult mental health services, the National Counselling Service for adult survivors of childhood abuse and neglect, and within student counselling services.
I am a Counselling Psychologist who works from a place of curiosity and care for my clients. My main focus is on helping you get to know your own mind, the role your emotions play, and the influence of past experiences. Relationships are often at the heart of this exploration and so I also work with couples and families. Through commiting to this work, I hope you will begin feeling lighter, more resilient, and optimistic about your future.
I wrote my undergraduate dissertation on the subject of depression and suicide in the Irish Adult male and have a particular interest in the area.
I am a fully accredited, Garda vetted counsellor working in Caragh, Naas and online. The client is always at the centre of the counselling process and their holistic psychological welfare is of utmost importance. Our counselling space is a safe environment where the beliefs and values of the client are respected and their sense of independence and growth are nurtured.Initially, I see my role as one of facilitating the individual’s exploration of their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. My integrative training then allows me to be fluid in my approach and draw on other schools of psychotherapy as our counselling journey progresses.
I wrote my undergraduate dissertation on the subject of depression and suicide in the Irish Adult male and have a particular interest in the area.
I am a fully accredited, Garda vetted counsellor working in Caragh, Naas and online. The client is always at the centre of the counselling process and their holistic psychological welfare is of utmost importance. Our counselling space is a safe environment where the beliefs and values of the client are respected and their sense of independence and growth are nurtured.Initially, I see my role as one of facilitating the individual’s exploration of their thoughts, feelings, and beliefs. My integrative training then allows me to be fluid in my approach and draw on other schools of psychotherapy as our counselling journey progresses.
FAQ - About Adult Counselling
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioural therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalised anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it's important to understand a therapist's treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It's also important to consider a therapist's training when seeking care. Therapists in Ireland hold various credentials depending on their training. Counsellors and Psychotherapists are often registered with the Irish Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (IACP) and/or the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP) and their qualifications and practice are overseen by these professional organisations. Many Psychologists are registered with the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI), signifying that they are currently working toward or have completed postgraduate training and supervised practice, and can use the titles of Chartered Psychologist (C.Psychol. PsSI) or Graduate Member (M.Ps.S.I). All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.