Self Esteem Counselling in Kilkenny

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Joan Martin
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Kilkenny, County R95
Fully Accredited Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist IACP working with Adults & Adolescents based in Kilkenny City. Additionally, I am a qualified Guidance Counsellor IGC with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents. I have 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) and have completed training in ASSIST and Understanding Self-Harm with the (HSE). I work with clients online and Face to Face.
Fully Accredited Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist IACP working with Adults & Adolescents based in Kilkenny City. Additionally, I am a qualified Guidance Counsellor IGC with over 25 years of experience working with adolescents. I have 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) and have completed training in ASSIST and Understanding Self-Harm with the (HSE). I work with clients online and Face to Face.
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Niall Mc Donald
Psychotherapist, MA, IAHIP Assoc
Kilkenny, County R95
Waitlist for new clients
I hold a Master’s Degree in Psychotherapy and am a registered member with IAHIP. I provide a welcoming, safe and non-judgmental space for clients (18 +) to explore issues affecting their mental health and wellbeing. I believe in every persons capacity for meaningful change and feel privileged to witness transformation in clients, even in those who once thought that change was out of reach. My approach is tailored to each persons unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all.
I hold a Master’s Degree in Psychotherapy and am a registered member with IAHIP. I provide a welcoming, safe and non-judgmental space for clients (18 +) to explore issues affecting their mental health and wellbeing. I believe in every persons capacity for meaningful change and feel privileged to witness transformation in clients, even in those who once thought that change was out of reach. My approach is tailored to each persons unique needs rather than a one-size-fits-all.
085 827 8570 View 085 827 8570
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Peter Scanlon
Psychologist, CPsychol PSI
Kilkenny, County R95
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
(01) 267 6675 x97 View (01) 267 6675 x97
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Deirdre Deacon-Gee
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Kilkenny, County R95
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a specific interest working with trauma, domestic abuse and neurodivergence, however I do work with various presentations such as low self esteem, anxiety, depression, bereavement and more.
What I always endeavour to provide first and foremost is a safe space for my clients. I do this by tailoring my space to your individual needs eg, seating, lighting, scents. I further offer a radical acceptance towards each of my clients, honouring difference and authenticity, inviting you to come as you are.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a specific interest working with trauma, domestic abuse and neurodivergence, however I do work with various presentations such as low self esteem, anxiety, depression, bereavement and more.
What I always endeavour to provide first and foremost is a safe space for my clients. I do this by tailoring my space to your individual needs eg, seating, lighting, scents. I further offer a radical acceptance towards each of my clients, honouring difference and authenticity, inviting you to come as you are.
087 684 0922 View 087 684 0922
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Bissett Counselling
Counsellor, DCounsPsych
Kilkenny, County R95
Hi, my name is John Bissett. I am an accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Kilkenny. Many of us, have at different times in our lives, encountered difficulties that affect our peace of mind and mental well-being such as anxiety etc. Sometimes, we lose our way and our concerns can seem overwhelming. Counselling helps people to find their inner strength, get to know and understand themselves better and as a result live more fulfilled lives. We often try to make changes by ourselves but keep getting stuck. My services will help you to clarify what is blocking your way and keeping you from living your life to the full.
Hi, my name is John Bissett. I am an accredited Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Kilkenny. Many of us, have at different times in our lives, encountered difficulties that affect our peace of mind and mental well-being such as anxiety etc. Sometimes, we lose our way and our concerns can seem overwhelming. Counselling helps people to find their inner strength, get to know and understand themselves better and as a result live more fulfilled lives. We often try to make changes by ourselves but keep getting stuck. My services will help you to clarify what is blocking your way and keeping you from living your life to the full.
(01) 568 2872 x41 View (01) 568 2872 x41
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James Byrne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Kilkenny, County R95
I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist who has worked with a diverse range of issues, and I have more than 9 years of experience in client support. I recognize how deeply mental health challenges can affect various aspects of our lives and appreciate the significant benefits that counselling can provide. In my practice, I aim to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment that empowers both individuals and couples to take charge of their mental health and flourish.
I am a qualified and accredited psychotherapist who has worked with a diverse range of issues, and I have more than 9 years of experience in client support. I recognize how deeply mental health challenges can affect various aspects of our lives and appreciate the significant benefits that counselling can provide. In my practice, I aim to create a supportive and non-judgmental environment that empowers both individuals and couples to take charge of their mental health and flourish.
(01) 267 6675 x74 View (01) 267 6675 x74
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MichaelJ/Therapy
Counsellor, APCP
Kilkenny, County R95
By working together, you can expect benefits such as increased focus, improved self-regulation, enhanced self-esteem, and embracing your unique strengths.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual. If your mind is always racing, your body feels exhausted from constant stress, or you’re struggling to find the focus and motivation you once had you’re not alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, major life transitions, career burnout, or the daily challenges of ADHD, feeling stuck can be deeply overwhelming. You deserve to feel calmer, more capable, and more connected to yourself and the people who matter.
By working together, you can expect benefits such as increased focus, improved self-regulation, enhanced self-esteem, and embracing your unique strengths.
Life doesn’t come with an instruction manual. If your mind is always racing, your body feels exhausted from constant stress, or you’re struggling to find the focus and motivation you once had you’re not alone. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, major life transitions, career burnout, or the daily challenges of ADHD, feeling stuck can be deeply overwhelming. You deserve to feel calmer, more capable, and more connected to yourself and the people who matter.
(01) 267 6517 x47 View (01) 267 6517 x47
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Cope Counselling
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Serves Area
Is everything getting you down? Anxiety and panic attacks taking over your life? Relationship issues becoming unbearable? Have you experienced a loss and finding it difficult to cope? Are you having health problems? I have worked with many sensitive issues in the past and can help you through this difficult time with therapy. I can guide you through and assist you to process your challenges. Establishing a better quality of life in a safe environment.
Is everything getting you down? Anxiety and panic attacks taking over your life? Relationship issues becoming unbearable? Have you experienced a loss and finding it difficult to cope? Are you having health problems? I have worked with many sensitive issues in the past and can help you through this difficult time with therapy. I can guide you through and assist you to process your challenges. Establishing a better quality of life in a safe environment.
(01) 267 6641 x51 View (01) 267 6641 x51
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Damien O' Connor. Miacp Miahip Icp.
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
You may feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or the pressure of caring for others while neglecting yourself. You want clarity, relief, and a space where you can finally breathe. You may long to let go of old patterns, make sense of painful experiences, and rebuild confidence in your ability to cope. Your goal isn’t just to survive but to feel stronger, freer, and more connected, to live in a way that feels true to you.
You may feel weighed down by trauma, stress, or the pressure of caring for others while neglecting yourself. You want clarity, relief, and a space where you can finally breathe. You may long to let go of old patterns, make sense of painful experiences, and rebuild confidence in your ability to cope. Your goal isn’t just to survive but to feel stronger, freer, and more connected, to live in a way that feels true to you.
(01) 267 6517 x97 View (01) 267 6517 x97
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Pierpaolo Paparo
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Online Only
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
My interest in psychotherapy, spirituality and meditation began after the end of my marriage several years ago, which like many other types of losses, triggered a lot of suffering. ​Life transition, family and friends losses, the breakup of long-term relationships, stress, anxiety and depression are all part of human suffering. However, we have an innate capability, which we can strengthen, that allows us to navigate and, more importantly, learn from our most difficult life experiences.
(01) 267 6622 x34 View (01) 267 6622 x34
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Veronica Victor
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
As a queer, nonbinary trans woman, I hold my community very dearly, and it is a privilege to be able to support members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Engaging in work within community can be deeply profound and healing.
As a queer, nonbinary trans woman, I hold my community very dearly, and it is a privilege to be able to support members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Engaging in work within community can be deeply profound and healing.
(01) 263 0393 x82 View (01) 263 0393 x82
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Inner Wisdom
Counsellor
Serves Area
She loves helping clients identify goals & potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication & coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behaviour change & optimal mental health.
Specialising in helping people with addiction, grief & loss and depression. Inner Wisdom offers a non-judgmental & secure safe environment where you can talk about your troubles and issues at your own comfort. Erma offers in room 1-1 sessions or online if you preferred.
She loves helping clients identify goals & potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication & coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behaviour change & optimal mental health.
Specialising in helping people with addiction, grief & loss and depression. Inner Wisdom offers a non-judgmental & secure safe environment where you can talk about your troubles and issues at your own comfort. Erma offers in room 1-1 sessions or online if you preferred.
(01) 267 6692 x81 View (01) 267 6692 x81
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Coman Wilkinson
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Serves Area
Deciding to come for counselling can often be a difficult and drawn-out process. It is often also a very rewarding and enriching experience leading to changes in one’s life that reduce distress and increase one’s ability to cope with difficulties and challenges. By it's nature the process involves engaging with uncomfortable aspects of oneself and our relationships that are challenging. The goal of the process is to increase self-knowledge, self-acceptance and self-compassion to enhance our capacity to relate to ourselves and others in healthier and more fulfilling ways.
Deciding to come for counselling can often be a difficult and drawn-out process. It is often also a very rewarding and enriching experience leading to changes in one’s life that reduce distress and increase one’s ability to cope with difficulties and challenges. By it's nature the process involves engaging with uncomfortable aspects of oneself and our relationships that are challenging. The goal of the process is to increase self-knowledge, self-acceptance and self-compassion to enhance our capacity to relate to ourselves and others in healthier and more fulfilling ways.
087 814 6624 View 087 814 6624
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Mayara Conceicao Hare
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
3 Endorsed
Serves Area
The reasons why people seek my assistance are the following: Domestic Violence, ADHD, Improve Self-esteem, Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Family Issues, Chronic Pain and Cognitive Rehabilitation, Psychoeducation, and Emotional Regulation.
I am an experienced and dynamic Psychologist/Psychotherapist. Specialist providing CBT, DBT and brief interventions and support across diverse settings. Proficient in clinical sessions. Demonstrated excellence in fostering well-being and understanding mental health across all age groups. Highly skilled in tailoring therapeutic and rehabilitation approaches.
The reasons why people seek my assistance are the following: Domestic Violence, ADHD, Improve Self-esteem, Stress Management, Depression, Anxiety Disorders, Family Issues, Chronic Pain and Cognitive Rehabilitation, Psychoeducation, and Emotional Regulation.
I am an experienced and dynamic Psychologist/Psychotherapist. Specialist providing CBT, DBT and brief interventions and support across diverse settings. Proficient in clinical sessions. Demonstrated excellence in fostering well-being and understanding mental health across all age groups. Highly skilled in tailoring therapeutic and rehabilitation approaches.
(01) 267 6595 x84 View (01) 267 6595 x84
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Dr Norma O'Sullivan Psychology Services
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
I have specialist experience working with a range of needs and issues across the lifespan, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, attachment issues, eating disorders, chronic health conditions, life changes and transitions, emotional dysregulation, self harm, suicide, OCD, ADHD, and Autism.
With every client, I work in a collaborative and client centred way to help explore and address the needs or difficulties you identify in a way that’s helpful for you. Working in partnership to empower you around your own needs and goals is central to the way I work.
I have specialist experience working with a range of needs and issues across the lifespan, including trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, grief and loss, attachment issues, eating disorders, chronic health conditions, life changes and transitions, emotional dysregulation, self harm, suicide, OCD, ADHD, and Autism.
With every client, I work in a collaborative and client centred way to help explore and address the needs or difficulties you identify in a way that’s helpful for you. Working in partnership to empower you around your own needs and goals is central to the way I work.
(01) 267 6622 x21 View (01) 267 6622 x21
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Margaret Mary Walsh Miacp
Psychotherapist, MIACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
Returning to practice on the 6th of January 2026 following Christmas Holiday. Daytime and evening availability. Trauma informed counselling available face to face in Waterford and online nationally. Give me a call for a chat about your needs. Visit Website www.suirtherapy.ie to book appointments or text/email/call. Would you like to address negative thoughts? Do you suffer with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Work Stress, Confidence, Relationships, Bereavement, Injury/illness, Loss issues? Are you experiencing burnout? Is your relationship in difficulty? Would you like to attend one to one counselling? Monday to Friday.
Returning to practice on the 6th of January 2026 following Christmas Holiday. Daytime and evening availability. Trauma informed counselling available face to face in Waterford and online nationally. Give me a call for a chat about your needs. Visit Website www.suirtherapy.ie to book appointments or text/email/call. Would you like to address negative thoughts? Do you suffer with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Work Stress, Confidence, Relationships, Bereavement, Injury/illness, Loss issues? Are you experiencing burnout? Is your relationship in difficulty? Would you like to attend one to one counselling? Monday to Friday.
(01) 267 6570 x60 View (01) 267 6570 x60
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Aisling O'Connor
Counsellor, MIACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
087 791 0560 View 087 791 0560
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Rose Fitzpatrick
Counsellor, MIACP
2 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth.
Although I work with many presenting issues therapeutically. I have a special interest in working with trauma and survivors of sexual violence. I participate regularly in training in this area. Most recent are EMDR Levels 1,2, &3 • Rape Crisis Network Ireland – Sexual Violence Specialisation • Domestic Violence Intervention Training
I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth.
Although I work with many presenting issues therapeutically. I have a special interest in working with trauma and survivors of sexual violence. I participate regularly in training in this area. Most recent are EMDR Levels 1,2, &3 • Rape Crisis Network Ireland – Sexual Violence Specialisation • Domestic Violence Intervention Training
(01) 267 6517 x69 View (01) 267 6517 x69
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David O Dea
Psychotherapist, MA, NAPCP
Serves Area
Are you seeking a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges? I realise for some people therapy can seem like an intimating experience, for this reason I aim to provide a non-judgemental and welcoming space from the first session. I am dedicated fully accredited psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate their personal journeys toward growth, self-discovery, and well-being.
Are you seeking a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life challenges? I realise for some people therapy can seem like an intimating experience, for this reason I aim to provide a non-judgemental and welcoming space from the first session. I am dedicated fully accredited psychotherapist with a passion for helping individuals navigate their personal journeys toward growth, self-discovery, and well-being.
(01) 263 0393 x32 View (01) 263 0393 x32
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Dr. Andrew Simonton
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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. I use a blend of evidence-based approaches, tailored to your individual needs, to help you make sense of your experiences, strengthen your emotional well-being, and move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance in your life.
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. I use a blend of evidence-based approaches, tailored to your individual needs, to help you make sense of your experiences, strengthen your emotional well-being, and move toward greater clarity, confidence, and balance in your life.
(061) 572 524 x38 View (061) 572 524 x38