Female Counsellors in Carlingford
You might be carrying stress, anxiety, burnout, chronic illness, or an eating disorder — and despite everything you've tried, it still feels like an uphill battle. Maybe you've spent years holding yourself to impossible standards, living with a relentless inner critic.
That critic isn't a flaw. It's a part of you that learned to keep you safe — and it's exhausted too.
Many people I work with are ready for something more profound: not just coping, but healing. Together, we listen to the parts of you that have been working overtime — to understand them, unburden them, and reconnect you with the calm core that's always been within you.
You might be carrying stress, anxiety, burnout, chronic illness, or an eating disorder — and despite everything you've tried, it still feels like an uphill battle. Maybe you've spent years holding yourself to impossible standards, living with a relentless inner critic.
That critic isn't a flaw. It's a part of you that learned to keep you safe — and it's exhausted too.
Many people I work with are ready for something more profound: not just coping, but healing. Together, we listen to the parts of you that have been working overtime — to understand them, unburden them, and reconnect you with the calm core that's always been within you.
Are you carrying the weight of past experiences or struggling to feel safe in the present? You're not alone. So many of us are unknowingly operating from a dysregulated nervous system. Therapy offers a secure, confidential space to gently process trauma, reconnect with yourself, and begin healing at your own pace—with the hope of feeling more grounded and regulated from within.
Are you carrying the weight of past experiences or struggling to feel safe in the present? You're not alone. So many of us are unknowingly operating from a dysregulated nervous system. Therapy offers a secure, confidential space to gently process trauma, reconnect with yourself, and begin healing at your own pace—with the hope of feeling more grounded and regulated from within.
I support the client exploring their presenting issues, thought processes, emotions and behaviours that may not be serving them well. Collaboratively, we work through past traumas and life events, which may result in paralysing fears, anxiety, low mood and prove stressful. We work on regulating emotionally, creating new coping strategies, empowering a true sense of self, enabling self- love and self -acceptance. With grief and loss, both living loss and loss through death, we gently explore how grief is living, even though we look at what once was.
I support the client exploring their presenting issues, thought processes, emotions and behaviours that may not be serving them well. Collaboratively, we work through past traumas and life events, which may result in paralysing fears, anxiety, low mood and prove stressful. We work on regulating emotionally, creating new coping strategies, empowering a true sense of self, enabling self- love and self -acceptance. With grief and loss, both living loss and loss through death, we gently explore how grief is living, even though we look at what once was.
Are you feeling stuck, or noticing the same patterns repeating? You may already understand a lot about yourself, yet something does not change. Therapy offers a space to explore what keeps these experiences returning, and how they shape your relationships, responses, and how you relate to yourself and others. Many people come with anxiety, relationship difficulties, or questions around identity and sexuality. Over time, something more singular may emerge, a concern or question unique to you, that begins to take shape and find expression in how you relate to yourself and others.
Are you feeling stuck, or noticing the same patterns repeating? You may already understand a lot about yourself, yet something does not change. Therapy offers a space to explore what keeps these experiences returning, and how they shape your relationships, responses, and how you relate to yourself and others. Many people come with anxiety, relationship difficulties, or questions around identity and sexuality. Over time, something more singular may emerge, a concern or question unique to you, that begins to take shape and find expression in how you relate to yourself and others.
I currently am not available to take new clients. I have a broad range of counselling experience working with clients experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, abuse, OCD, relationship issues, PTSD. I also work with people who are struggling with quality of life issues or who find that, at a particular stage in life, they need some extra support.
I currently am not available to take new clients. I have a broad range of counselling experience working with clients experiencing issues such as anxiety, depression, loss and bereavement, abuse, OCD, relationship issues, PTSD. I also work with people who are struggling with quality of life issues or who find that, at a particular stage in life, they need some extra support.
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Through personal trauma and loss I felt a deep desire to help others. Being able to connect with clients who are suffering, having empathy warmth and true positive regard for the people I work with is extremely important and helps the client and counsellor to develop a deep relationship allowing the client to make their own choices, letting go of external control and realising that the only behaviour they can change is their own. My aim is to create a safe space for clients to explore their worries and fears without judgement.
Through personal trauma and loss I felt a deep desire to help others. Being able to connect with clients who are suffering, having empathy warmth and true positive regard for the people I work with is extremely important and helps the client and counsellor to develop a deep relationship allowing the client to make their own choices, letting go of external control and realising that the only behaviour they can change is their own. My aim is to create a safe space for clients to explore their worries and fears without judgement.
Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection? As humans, we are wired for connection, yet every relationship experiences rupture. Healing and repair are possible and are essential for our relationships to survive and thrive. A wide body of research shows that secure attachment in our relationships benefits both our mental and physical health.
My work is attachment focused and trauma-informed to create a safe, healing space in which couples can reflect on their struggles and bring peace to their relationship.
Do you and your partner want to strengthen your bond but find yourselves stuck in cycles of conflict or disconnection? As humans, we are wired for connection, yet every relationship experiences rupture. Healing and repair are possible and are essential for our relationships to survive and thrive. A wide body of research shows that secure attachment in our relationships benefits both our mental and physical health.
My work is attachment focused and trauma-informed to create a safe, healing space in which couples can reflect on their struggles and bring peace to their relationship.
I’m an Integrative therapist who specialises in adult and adolescent psychotherapy from 12 years+. I work with people who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low mood, family problems and transitioning from childhood to adolescence amongst other issues. I am a menopause wellness practitioner and I help women navigate challenging issues surrounding menopause.
I’m an Integrative therapist who specialises in adult and adolescent psychotherapy from 12 years+. I work with people who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, low mood, family problems and transitioning from childhood to adolescence amongst other issues. I am a menopause wellness practitioner and I help women navigate challenging issues surrounding menopause.
I work with women that feel stuck, particularly in relationships or professional situations that have them feeling overwhelmed, overlooked, unappreciated or undervalued. I help them release any latent beliefs or stories that are holding them back and reconnect to their most powerful and successful selves with a renewed sense of identity, a vision for how they'd like their life to be and the ability to reach their potential to get there.
I work with women that feel stuck, particularly in relationships or professional situations that have them feeling overwhelmed, overlooked, unappreciated or undervalued. I help them release any latent beliefs or stories that are holding them back and reconnect to their most powerful and successful selves with a renewed sense of identity, a vision for how they'd like their life to be and the ability to reach their potential to get there.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying grief, anxiety, or trauma. Some of my clients come because of fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, or perinatal challenges; others are coping with relationship stress, work pressures, or feeling stuck and low. What they share is a wish for a safe space to be understood and to heal. Together, we work gently and at your pace, using approaches like EMDR to help process trauma, ease distress, and reconnect with your strength.
Life can feel overwhelming when you’re carrying grief, anxiety, or trauma. Some of my clients come because of fertility struggles, pregnancy loss, or perinatal challenges; others are coping with relationship stress, work pressures, or feeling stuck and low. What they share is a wish for a safe space to be understood and to heal. Together, we work gently and at your pace, using approaches like EMDR to help process trauma, ease distress, and reconnect with your strength.
My service caters for all ages, including those navigating the complexities of being neurodivergent (Dyslexic,Autistic,ADHD) in a predominantly neurotypical world. Those striving for personal growth, validation and emotional well-being. You may be struggling with Identity and self-acceptance, masking/burnout, executive dysfunction(planning, organising/time management), emotional dysregulation, low mood/anxiety, barriers to academic or professional success. I can support you with exploration of strengths and self-acceptance, the freedom to be authentic, and discuss tailored tools and strategies for growth and personal fulfilment.
My service caters for all ages, including those navigating the complexities of being neurodivergent (Dyslexic,Autistic,ADHD) in a predominantly neurotypical world. Those striving for personal growth, validation and emotional well-being. You may be struggling with Identity and self-acceptance, masking/burnout, executive dysfunction(planning, organising/time management), emotional dysregulation, low mood/anxiety, barriers to academic or professional success. I can support you with exploration of strengths and self-acceptance, the freedom to be authentic, and discuss tailored tools and strategies for growth and personal fulfilment.
There are many reasons to engage in therapy. If you have found your way here, I imagine you may be struggling with some part of yourself or with someone in your life. You might be looking for help and support with problems that seem overwhelming. You may have a sense that you are not living the life you want to live and wish to step more confidently forward. Psychotherapy offers you a chance to slow down and step out of your daily life, refocus on your needs and goals, a path of self-development and learning.
There are many reasons to engage in therapy. If you have found your way here, I imagine you may be struggling with some part of yourself or with someone in your life. You might be looking for help and support with problems that seem overwhelming. You may have a sense that you are not living the life you want to live and wish to step more confidently forward. Psychotherapy offers you a chance to slow down and step out of your daily life, refocus on your needs and goals, a path of self-development and learning.
The heart of Sandplay is the free and protected space that allows for a person's journey to emerge naturally without judgement or expectation. Any issue that adults, adolescents and children may face, can be processed through this predominantly non verbal method although words may accompany the sandplay too. Created by Dora Kalff, Sandplay is a unique and safe method of accessing the unconscious, 'often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain' (Carl Jung)
The heart of Sandplay is the free and protected space that allows for a person's journey to emerge naturally without judgement or expectation. Any issue that adults, adolescents and children may face, can be processed through this predominantly non verbal method although words may accompany the sandplay too. Created by Dora Kalff, Sandplay is a unique and safe method of accessing the unconscious, 'often the hands will solve a mystery that the intellect has struggled with in vain' (Carl Jung)
I am qualified accredited psychotherapist with 11 years experience. I am working with different issues such as self-harm, anxiety, depression, bereavement, work related issues, relationship issues, low self-esteem, sexual identity, suicide, post natal depression, bullying, child traumas issues, addictions, anger issues, unhelpful habits amongst others. I use different approaches to help my clients such as : Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioural Therapies . I am fluent in three languages: English, Russian and Romanian. I provide therapy for adults, children and adolescents.
I am qualified accredited psychotherapist with 11 years experience. I am working with different issues such as self-harm, anxiety, depression, bereavement, work related issues, relationship issues, low self-esteem, sexual identity, suicide, post natal depression, bullying, child traumas issues, addictions, anger issues, unhelpful habits amongst others. I use different approaches to help my clients such as : Person Centred, Psychodynamic, Solution Focused, Cognitive Behavioural Therapies . I am fluent in three languages: English, Russian and Romanian. I provide therapy for adults, children and adolescents.
Making the decision to begin or restart therapy is a courageous step in your journey of healing and self discovery, and this decision may feel overwhelming at times. At Forest Path Counselling and Psychotherapy, I offer a welcoming, calm and non-judgmental space for you to explore your own story and learn to understand yourself on a deeper level.
I believe that you, as the client, are the expert on your own story and experiences and I am committed to providing a safe and holistic space for you to reconnect with yourself and gain a clearer understanding of who you are, and how to change what may not serve you or your life anymore.
Making the decision to begin or restart therapy is a courageous step in your journey of healing and self discovery, and this decision may feel overwhelming at times. At Forest Path Counselling and Psychotherapy, I offer a welcoming, calm and non-judgmental space for you to explore your own story and learn to understand yourself on a deeper level.
I believe that you, as the client, are the expert on your own story and experiences and I am committed to providing a safe and holistic space for you to reconnect with yourself and gain a clearer understanding of who you are, and how to change what may not serve you or your life anymore.
Hi! I'm Nicki Jordan and can offer you support to touch into the deeper parts of yourself.
I offer the chance to take a pause, a breath and to understand your inner world and work on any conflicts that arise when trying to align this with your life.
I also weave my Somatic Experiencing Practitioner training into my approach. This means that I often work with what the body is presenting and less with story.
Hi! I'm Nicki Jordan and can offer you support to touch into the deeper parts of yourself.
I offer the chance to take a pause, a breath and to understand your inner world and work on any conflicts that arise when trying to align this with your life.
I also weave my Somatic Experiencing Practitioner training into my approach. This means that I often work with what the body is presenting and less with story.
Èist Counselling and Psychotherapy offers an integrative, humanistic and person-centred approach to therapy. I believe every client has the innate capacity to explore and resolve the issues they face in life. I offer a gentle, empathic approach to therapy in which I guide the client towards finding their inner strength and help them to understand their unique inner worlds. I work with individual clients and couples.
Èist Counselling and Psychotherapy offers an integrative, humanistic and person-centred approach to therapy. I believe every client has the innate capacity to explore and resolve the issues they face in life. I offer a gentle, empathic approach to therapy in which I guide the client towards finding their inner strength and help them to understand their unique inner worlds. I work with individual clients and couples.
I provide a very private counselling service either on-line or in person.
I work from the privacy of my own home in a very calm. Welcoming environment.
I have work with clients, who present with a wide range of issues. But the main areas have been in trauma through abuse, both sexual and physical and others under the umbrella of Domestic violence. I also work with clients going through depression who need extra support along the way.
I provide a very private counselling service either on-line or in person.
I work from the privacy of my own home in a very calm. Welcoming environment.
I have work with clients, who present with a wide range of issues. But the main areas have been in trauma through abuse, both sexual and physical and others under the umbrella of Domestic violence. I also work with clients going through depression who need extra support along the way.
My name is Leanne, and I hold a Level 8 Honours Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, Dublin. I am a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), andI am fully insured to work with individuals aged 16 and over.
With over three years of experience in supporting clients through a wide range of challenges and life stages, I am committed to providing a safe, empathetic, and supportive therapeutic space. My training is grounded in an integrative approach, allowing me to draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique needs.
My name is Leanne, and I hold a Level 8 Honours Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from PCI College, Dublin. I am a pre-accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), andI am fully insured to work with individuals aged 16 and over.
With over three years of experience in supporting clients through a wide range of challenges and life stages, I am committed to providing a safe, empathetic, and supportive therapeutic space. My training is grounded in an integrative approach, allowing me to draw on a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to each client's unique needs.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
FAQ - Therapist Gender
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or because they feel more comfortable with a therapist of their own gender due to shared life experiences or perspectives. Considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender may matter or improve their therapeutic experience. The most important consideration is that a client is able to build a trusting relationship with their therapist.
Can clients benefit from having a therapist of the same gender?
Therapy is not gender-specific, but some men as well as women feel more comfortable opening up about their experiences and history with therapists of a specific gender. An individual may feel that they have to explain less background information and be on the same page more quickly, particularly when discussing gender-specific challenges. That said, a good clinician can transcend most if not all gender concerns. Ultimately, the most important factor in therapy is the connection and trust the client is able to build with the practitioner.
What are the advantages of seeing a female therapist?
Many people - not just women - prefer to see a female therapist. For women, this could be because they believe that they will be able to better connect with a woman, and that a female therapist will be able to relate to their specific challenges and personal issues. It may be particularly beneficial for women to see a female therapist, for example, for gender-specific issues, such as sexism in the workplace, relationship issues, and gender roles. Women who see a female therapist may also feel freer to discuss challenges that are closely tied to gender, such as life transitions including motherhood or menopause. Some clients who instinctively feel more comfortable disclosing to women may find it easier to broach sensitive subjects with a female therapist. The most important factor in therapy is the client-therapist connection, and a therapist's gender as well as many other factors may play an important role in this.
Is therapy different for men and women?
Therapy can be different for men and women insofar as gender plays a role in the challenges an individual faces and the events in life an individual has experienced. Women often face different expectations from their families, friends, and society than men do. In some cases, women might feel most comfortable expressing themselves differently from how men do. Talking about one's feelings and emotions is a critical part of most therapies, and some women might find it comes more naturally when talking to a female therapist. Ultimately, though, therapeutic treatment should be tailored to the individual's specific needs.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I enquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK - even encouraged! - to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.