Dementia Counselling in Kilkenny
IACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist working with Adults & Adolescents based in Kilkenny City. Also, I am a qualified Guidance Counsellor IGC with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents. Full Accreditation with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). My therapeutic approach is centered around a person-centered model. I completed a Level 9 Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & have completed training in ASSIST & Understanding Self-Harm with the (HSE). I work with clients online and Face to Face. Studying Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity Informed Practice.
IACP Accredited Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist working with Adults & Adolescents based in Kilkenny City. Also, I am a qualified Guidance Counsellor IGC with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents. Full Accreditation with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). My therapeutic approach is centered around a person-centered model. I completed a Level 9 Certificate in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) & have completed training in ASSIST & Understanding Self-Harm with the (HSE). I work with clients online and Face to Face. Studying Specialist Diploma in Neurodiversity Informed Practice.
Life can feel overwhelming—stress, anxiety, low mood, health issues, or feeling stuck can drain your energy and joy. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to talk, heal, and grow. Whether you face burnout, depression, eating challenges, or relationship struggles, or maybe you are in perimenopause, we work together to create real, lasting change. I help adults restore balance, boost confidence, and feel stronger—emotionally and physically—using practical tools, emotional support, and healthy lifestyle strategies.
Life can feel overwhelming—stress, anxiety, low mood, health issues, or feeling stuck can drain your energy and joy. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space to talk, heal, and grow. Whether you face burnout, depression, eating challenges, or relationship struggles, or maybe you are in perimenopause, we work together to create real, lasting change. I help adults restore balance, boost confidence, and feel stronger—emotionally and physically—using practical tools, emotional support, and healthy lifestyle strategies.
We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
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.
Dr. Andrea Pousada-Fitzpatrick is a Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist, and Founder of Omnia Mental Health Clinic in Dublin. She works from an integrative, neuroscience-led framework, combining psychodynamic formulation with advanced neuromodulation to design personalised, precision-based treatment pathways. She specialises in complex and high-acuity presentations involving trauma, neurodiversity, mood instability, personality dynamics, psychotic experiences, psychosomatic conditions, and provides comprehensive assessment and diagnostic clarification.
Dr. Andrea Pousada-Fitzpatrick is a Clinical Psychologist, Neuroscientist, and Founder of Omnia Mental Health Clinic in Dublin. She works from an integrative, neuroscience-led framework, combining psychodynamic formulation with advanced neuromodulation to design personalised, precision-based treatment pathways. She specialises in complex and high-acuity presentations involving trauma, neurodiversity, mood instability, personality dynamics, psychotic experiences, psychosomatic conditions, and provides comprehensive assessment and diagnostic clarification.
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 a compassionate, client-centered, online space, for healing, self-discovery, and growth. My approach weaves together mind, body, and spirit - I tailor each session to the unique needs of the individual.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk beside you with empathy and presence.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities. If you are ready to begin, or continue your healing journey, I invite you to reach our for an initial conversation.
I offer a compassionate, client-centered, online space, for healing, self-discovery, and growth. My approach weaves together mind, body, and spirit - I tailor each session to the unique needs of the individual.
Whether you are navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, relationship challenges, or simply feeling stuck, I’m here to walk beside you with empathy and presence.
I welcome clients from all backgrounds and identities. If you are ready to begin, or continue your healing journey, I invite you to reach our for an initial conversation.
I am a qualified IACP accredited counsellor/psychotherapist based in Kilkenny city. I use an integrative approach with clients, incorporating person-centred therapy, attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This approach brings together different elements of specific therapies and ensures counselling techniques are tailored to individual needs and personal circumstances. My areas of speciality include relationship issues, self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, adults presenting with childhood emotional neglect, bereavement, depression and anxiety.
I am a qualified IACP accredited counsellor/psychotherapist based in Kilkenny city. I use an integrative approach with clients, incorporating person-centred therapy, attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This approach brings together different elements of specific therapies and ensures counselling techniques are tailored to individual needs and personal circumstances. My areas of speciality include relationship issues, self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, adults presenting with childhood emotional neglect, bereavement, depression and anxiety.
Online Therapists
Sometimes it may feel like life is simply too difficult to cope with. Talking about these issues in a non judgemental, objective space with professional therapist shed new light into the darkness or confusion you are experiencing . This may give you new meaning and help you uncover a better way forward. Whether you are trying to achieve new personal growth, change in your life, address relationship difficulty or trying to cope with the many life challenges, I as a professional Clinical Psychotherapist/Psych may be able to help you. Each client is assessed as an individual and the best approach is collectively agreed and adopted.
Sometimes it may feel like life is simply too difficult to cope with. Talking about these issues in a non judgemental, objective space with professional therapist shed new light into the darkness or confusion you are experiencing . This may give you new meaning and help you uncover a better way forward. Whether you are trying to achieve new personal growth, change in your life, address relationship difficulty or trying to cope with the many life challenges, I as a professional Clinical Psychotherapist/Psych may be able to help you. Each client is assessed as an individual and the best approach is collectively agreed and adopted.
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
I'm Alison, an IAHIP accredited and practicing Psychotherapist and Supervisor. I have over 20 years experience in Adult and Adolescent mental health services. I have specific training in Complex Generational Trauma. My work is relational and is influenced by attachment theory. I also provide Counselling in schools. I have an interest in Parenting difficulties and Mediation for Couples who are separating. My Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy and Supervision training is influenced by my areas of interest in Art Therapy and Psychodynamics. I started my career in general nursing and mental health nursing.
Are you someone who longs for genuine connection but feels trapped in patterns of self-doubt, conflict, or control? Perhaps you are navigating trauma, an eating disorder, or relational struggles — perhaps caring deeply for others while feeling unseen yourself. Beneath the overwhelm, often my clients want to feel safe in their own skin, to understand their emotions, and to build relationships grounded in trust, balance, and authenticity. Together, we work toward calm, confidence, and connection that lasts.
Are you someone who longs for genuine connection but feels trapped in patterns of self-doubt, conflict, or control? Perhaps you are navigating trauma, an eating disorder, or relational struggles — perhaps caring deeply for others while feeling unseen yourself. Beneath the overwhelm, often my clients want to feel safe in their own skin, to understand their emotions, and to build relationships grounded in trust, balance, and authenticity. Together, we work toward calm, confidence, and connection that lasts.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in the intellectual disability and mental health area with children and adults for over 25 years. I have significant experience in assessment and intervention, as well as individual support for people with a variety of needs, including families and staff support those with complex needs.
I also offer clinical supervision and individual therapy and support for children and adults, using a variety of evidence based approaches.
I am a Chartered Clinical Psychologist. I have worked in the intellectual disability and mental health area with children and adults for over 25 years. I have significant experience in assessment and intervention, as well as individual support for people with a variety of needs, including families and staff support those with complex needs.
I also offer clinical supervision and individual therapy and support for children and adults, using a variety of evidence based approaches.
Offering WALK and TALK Therapy on Donabate beach (Online option).
“The person is not the problem, the problem is the problem” (Jones-Smith 2014)
Offering WALK and TALK Therapy on Donabate beach (Online option).
“The person is not the problem, the problem is the problem” (Jones-Smith 2014)
Hi, I'm Aimee. I'm a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist and an accredited member of IACP. I am a therapist who offers honesty, empathy, acceptance, congruence, and many more. Having experienced a wide range of issues such as anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, bereavement, depression, relationships, stress, suicide intervention, sexual issues, sexual assaults, and more. I offer a therapeutic counseling approach tailored to the individual needs of the client.
Hi, I'm Aimee. I'm a qualified Counsellor and Psychotherapist and an accredited member of IACP. I am a therapist who offers honesty, empathy, acceptance, congruence, and many more. Having experienced a wide range of issues such as anxiety, addiction, self-esteem, bereavement, depression, relationships, stress, suicide intervention, sexual issues, sexual assaults, and more. I offer a therapeutic counseling approach tailored to the individual needs of the client.
I have worked with a wide variety of adults and young people for nearly 20 years locally and internationally to improve their quality of life by improving mental health, reducing isolation and increasing their participation in their communities and society. It was during this time that my passion for personal development and wellbeing became ignited. I have gained qualifications in Social Science, Yoga Teacher Training, Somatic Experiencing and Community Development amongst others. This led to my pursuance of a MSc in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy and more recently a Diploma in Trauma Informed Psychotherapy.
I have worked with a wide variety of adults and young people for nearly 20 years locally and internationally to improve their quality of life by improving mental health, reducing isolation and increasing their participation in their communities and society. It was during this time that my passion for personal development and wellbeing became ignited. I have gained qualifications in Social Science, Yoga Teacher Training, Somatic Experiencing and Community Development amongst others. This led to my pursuance of a MSc in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy and more recently a Diploma in Trauma Informed Psychotherapy.
Patricia McElroy
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Dromcollogher, County Limerick P56
I am a warm, open-hearted therapist with extensive experience in caring and educational roles. I work collaboratively with each client, adapting my approach to suit their individual needs. Every client’s journey is unique, and the goals of therapy differ for each person. My role is to be fully present and attentive, offering a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and grow at their own pace. I aim to meet each person holistically, supporting them in developing greater awareness, resilience, and self-understanding.
I am a warm, open-hearted therapist with extensive experience in caring and educational roles. I work collaboratively with each client, adapting my approach to suit their individual needs. Every client’s journey is unique, and the goals of therapy differ for each person. My role is to be fully present and attentive, offering a supportive space where clients can explore their experiences and grow at their own pace. I aim to meet each person holistically, supporting them in developing greater awareness, resilience, and self-understanding.
I specialise in helping adults recover from narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, and the painful aftermath of toxic relationships. These experiences often leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, filled with self-doubt, shame, or anxiety—and unsure of who you are without the roles you were forced to play.
My approach is compassionate and grounded, drawing from trauma-informed care. Together, we’ll untangle gaslighting, rebuild your self-worth, and reconnect you with the voice and identity that may have been silenced.
I also support clients navigating low self-esteem, complex trauma, codependency, emotional flashbacks.
I specialise in helping adults recover from narcissistic abuse, emotional manipulation, and the painful aftermath of toxic relationships. These experiences often leave you feeling disconnected from yourself, filled with self-doubt, shame, or anxiety—and unsure of who you are without the roles you were forced to play.
My approach is compassionate and grounded, drawing from trauma-informed care. Together, we’ll untangle gaslighting, rebuild your self-worth, and reconnect you with the voice and identity that may have been silenced.
I also support clients navigating low self-esteem, complex trauma, codependency, emotional flashbacks.
I work with :
Trauma
Grief
Bereavment
Parental Support
Attachment issues
Low self Esteem
Fertility
Birth
Anxiety and overwhelm
I work with :
Trauma
Grief
Bereavment
Parental Support
Attachment issues
Low self Esteem
Fertility
Birth
Anxiety and overwhelm
I am a qualified professional art psychotherapist based in Dublin, Ireland. I have trained as an art therapist with a postgraduate degree in Art Therapy and Community Arts, as well as a master's degree in Art Therapy, psychotherapeutic application of artistic practice. I am accredited by IACAT, the Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists.
I am a qualified professional art psychotherapist based in Dublin, Ireland. I have trained as an art therapist with a postgraduate degree in Art Therapy and Community Arts, as well as a master's degree in Art Therapy, psychotherapeutic application of artistic practice. I am accredited by IACAT, the Irish Association of Creative Arts Therapists.
How can I help you? That is the most important question to you, the client. What do you hope to achieve through therapy?
How can I help you? That is the most important question to you, the client. What do you hope to achieve through therapy?
Dementia Counsellors
Can dementia patients benefit from counselling?
Dementia patients can often benefit significantly from counselling. While neurologists typically treat dementia itself, counsellors provide crucial emotional support for patients and their families. Therapists specializing in dementia can help clients navigate aging, end-of-life issues, social isolation, sleep challenges, and grief. They can also assist clients in adapting to the disease by addressing caregiving concerns and supporting family members. Counsellors will often also collaborate with a patient's neurologist or other medical providers to manage dementia symptoms and medication needs.
How can you tell if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's?
To determine if someone has dementia or Alzheimer's disease, there are several signs and diagnostic methods that medical professionals use. Early signs of dementia often include memory loss, difficulty with problem-solving, and challenges in completing familiar tasks. Diagnosing dementia or Alzheimer's requires a comprehensive approach, as there is no single definitive test, and initial diagnosis can sometimes be difficult as symptoms tend to worsen progressively over time. To make a diagnosis, medical professionals typically use a combination of methods, including standardized questionnaires and cognitive tests to assess memory, attention, and problem-solving skills, psychiatric evaluations to understand mental health status, brain scans to look for physical changes in the brain, as well as other medical tests to rule out other conditions.
What are the first-line treatment options for Alzheimer’s disease?
There is no cure for Alzheimer's disease, but catching the disease in its early-to-moderate phases can be beneficial in order to initiate first-line treatments to help manage symptoms. Medications such as galantamine, rivastigmine, and donepezil are examples of cholinesterase inhibitors that are commonly prescribed for Alzheimer’s disease. In addition, working with a therapist or social worker can also often help patients with the disease address common behavioural and lifestyle concerns, such as anxiety, depression, irritability, sleep problems, social support, and housing changes.
When to seek treatment for Alzheimer’s?
It’s best to seek treatment at the first signs of Alzheimer's. Early warning signs of Alzheimer’s include memory problems, such as forgetting appointments or directions, as well as trouble concentrating, paying attention, retrieving words, and carrying out daily household tasks. An early diagnosis can help people slow the progression of the disease with medication and plan for the future in terms of housing, social/caregiving support, and finances.