Trauma Focused Counselling in Thomastown

CBM Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Thomastown, County Kilkenny R95
Maybe you are someone who has tried with some success to deal with your own issues but have reached the threshold of your own ability and now need a counsellor you can build trust with. You like to be independent and looking for professional help is not something you do easily. So maybe Today is the day! Inside yourself you realize the importance of resolving what is happening in your life so you can finally move forwards. You feel it's time to talk to an experienced accredited counsellor who is empathetic, who will listen non-judgmentally and objectively and give you space so you can make the right decisions for yourself.
Maybe you are someone who has tried with some success to deal with your own issues but have reached the threshold of your own ability and now need a counsellor you can build trust with. You like to be independent and looking for professional help is not something you do easily. So maybe Today is the day! Inside yourself you realize the importance of resolving what is happening in your life so you can finally move forwards. You feel it's time to talk to an experienced accredited counsellor who is empathetic, who will listen non-judgmentally and objectively and give you space so you can make the right decisions for yourself.
(01) 267 6681 x93 View (01) 267 6681 x93
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Geraldine Griffin
Psychotherapist, ICP
Thomastown, County Kilkenny R95
Let’s begin! Even if, at the moment, you are feeling a bit lost or stuck, is it possible that this could be an important turning point in your life? You do not need to do this alone. In difficult times, often the wisest thing to do, is to get professional advice. This fresh perspective from an objective person, with your best interests in mind, is my offer. Now you can do this from the comfort of your home by video call or alternatively you may come to see me in person.
Let’s begin! Even if, at the moment, you are feeling a bit lost or stuck, is it possible that this could be an important turning point in your life? You do not need to do this alone. In difficult times, often the wisest thing to do, is to get professional advice. This fresh perspective from an objective person, with your best interests in mind, is my offer. Now you can do this from the comfort of your home by video call or alternatively you may come to see me in person.
(01) 263 0393 x44 View (01) 263 0393 x44

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Michelle McCrudden
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A Trauma focused approach is always utilized.
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Margaret Mary Walsh Miacp
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2 Endorsed
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Claire Moloney
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Serves Area
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Dr. Andrew Simonton
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2 Endorsed
Serves Area
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Niall Mc Donald
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
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