Trauma and PTSD Counselling in Drogheda
Dr. Colm Marren
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Drogheda, County Louth A92
Waitlist for new clients
Colm is experienced working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and many other issues.
Dr Colm Marren is a chartered psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland, and holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Trinity College Dublin as well as a Masters in Applied Psychology, a Higher Diploma in Psychology, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Journalism. Colm currently works with adults and adolescents in private practice, and has previously worked with adults, children and adolescents in the HSE, and with individual adults and groups in the Irish Prison Service.
Colm is experienced working with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and many other issues.
Dr Colm Marren is a chartered psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland, and holds a Doctorate in Counselling Psychology from Trinity College Dublin as well as a Masters in Applied Psychology, a Higher Diploma in Psychology, and a BA (Hons) Degree in Journalism. Colm currently works with adults and adolescents in private practice, and has previously worked with adults, children and adolescents in the HSE, and with individual adults and groups in the Irish Prison Service.
I specialise in Trauma and (Gottman) Couples Therapy.
As a Gottman-trained therapist, I facilitate open and constructive communication, help resolve conflicts and strengthen emotional bonds, enhance communication skills, explore underlying relationship patterns, and set achievable goals. My Trauma training equips me to provide a safe space for clients to process traumatic experiences and work towards healing.
I specialise in Trauma and (Gottman) Couples Therapy.
As a Gottman-trained therapist, I facilitate open and constructive communication, help resolve conflicts and strengthen emotional bonds, enhance communication skills, explore underlying relationship patterns, and set achievable goals. My Trauma training equips me to provide a safe space for clients to process traumatic experiences and work towards healing.
Specialising in Trauma, I am Internal Family Systems IFS Level 3 trained, I am an EMDR accredited practitioner (EMDR Ireland and UK) for adults and aged 2 up, EMDR Consultant in training, I am also Sensorimotor Psychotherapy levels 1, Trauma themes and 2, Developmental and Relational issues, L3 Certification.
Ruth warmly welcomes you to her Psychotherapy and Counselling practice. With the DCU MSc in Psychotherapy, she is IACP Accredited, highly qualified and experienced in working with adults, couples and adolescents who present with a broad range of issues. She has completed advanced trainings in cutting edge evidence based practices including EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, 'game-changers' for trauma therapy. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Adolescent Psychotherapy and draws from a diverse range of creative approaches. She looks forward to meeting you where she can provide you with the therapy you need.
Specialising in Trauma, I am Internal Family Systems IFS Level 3 trained, I am an EMDR accredited practitioner (EMDR Ireland and UK) for adults and aged 2 up, EMDR Consultant in training, I am also Sensorimotor Psychotherapy levels 1, Trauma themes and 2, Developmental and Relational issues, L3 Certification.
Ruth warmly welcomes you to her Psychotherapy and Counselling practice. With the DCU MSc in Psychotherapy, she is IACP Accredited, highly qualified and experienced in working with adults, couples and adolescents who present with a broad range of issues. She has completed advanced trainings in cutting edge evidence based practices including EMDR, Sensorimotor Psychotherapy and Internal Family Systems, 'game-changers' for trauma therapy. She has a Post Graduate Diploma in Adolescent Psychotherapy and draws from a diverse range of creative approaches. She looks forward to meeting you where she can provide you with the therapy you need.
I will support you in reducing your symptoms of trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression by giving you tools to help you cope with whatever is overwhelming and taking over your life.
Have you wondered what it might be like to feel less anxious and begin to gain control of your life? What if you could treat yourself with compassion and kindness? You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, coping with depression, or trying to manage the pain of grief after a loss. Perhaps you are experiencing loneliness or trying to understand why relationships are not working out for you. Life brings challenges for all of us at times. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space where you can explore these difficulties, develop healthier coping skills and learn to manage your thoughts in a way that will better support you.
I will support you in reducing your symptoms of trauma, PTSD, anxiety and depression by giving you tools to help you cope with whatever is overwhelming and taking over your life.
Have you wondered what it might be like to feel less anxious and begin to gain control of your life? What if you could treat yourself with compassion and kindness? You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress, coping with depression, or trying to manage the pain of grief after a loss. Perhaps you are experiencing loneliness or trying to understand why relationships are not working out for you. Life brings challenges for all of us at times. Counselling offers a safe, supportive space where you can explore these difficulties, develop healthier coping skills and learn to manage your thoughts in a way that will better support you.
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma
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.
While I enjoy working with clients facing a wide range of difficulties, I have a particular interest in anxiety, OCD and trauma
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.
I am a fully qualified professional counsellor and psychotherapist based in Drogheda, Co.Louth. My work focuses on helping individuals navigate challenges such as addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss and more. I believe in the importance of a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, providing a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported.
I am a fully qualified professional counsellor and psychotherapist based in Drogheda, Co.Louth. My work focuses on helping individuals navigate challenges such as addiction, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief/loss and more. I believe in the importance of a collaborative and trusting therapeutic relationship, providing a compassionate and nonjudgmental space where you can feel heard and supported.
Life experiences, whether trauma or the challenges of being neurodiverse in a world that doesn’t always understand, can leave you feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or out of touch with who you really are.
I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is a genuine, supportive connection between therapist and client. I view each person holistically and understand that one approach does not fit everyone. By drawing on various evidence-based therapeutic methods tailored to your unique needs,
Life experiences, whether trauma or the challenges of being neurodiverse in a world that doesn’t always understand, can leave you feeling uncertain, overwhelmed, or out of touch with who you really are.
I believe that the foundation of effective therapy is a genuine, supportive connection between therapist and client. I view each person holistically and understand that one approach does not fit everyone. By drawing on various evidence-based therapeutic methods tailored to your unique needs,
This includes fertility, pre-natal care, post-natal care and birth trauma.
Hi there, I’m Lisa and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self.
This includes fertility, pre-natal care, post-natal care and birth trauma.
Hi there, I’m Lisa and I love creating spaces for people to realise the patterns of their own minds and work towards feeling more alive and connected. As an integrative psychotherapist I work in a way that honours your uniqueness as well as recognises the circumstances shaping your life. My approach is warm, inquisitive and creative and above all else I value collaborating with you to ensure we are creating processes that let you feel safe, inspired and closer to your most authentic and empowered self.
I specialise in parenting, post-partum, anxiety, depression and trauma.
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 specialise in parenting, post-partum, anxiety, depression and trauma.
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 am committed to addressing anxiety and trauma at its root cause to facilitate lasting healing and growth.
Professional counselling in Drogheda Co. Louth and online. In life’s journey, we all encounter moments of uncertainty, challenges, and emotions that may feel overwhelming. At times, seeking support can be the turning point towards embracing a brighter and more fulfilling future.
I’m delighted that you’ve found your way here, as this is a safe haven where healing begins and transformation unfolds. I’m dedicated to creating a warm and nurturing safe space for you to talk. In my therapeutic sessions I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space where you will receive warmth, compassion and understanding.
I am committed to addressing anxiety and trauma at its root cause to facilitate lasting healing and growth.
Professional counselling in Drogheda Co. Louth and online. In life’s journey, we all encounter moments of uncertainty, challenges, and emotions that may feel overwhelming. At times, seeking support can be the turning point towards embracing a brighter and more fulfilling future.
I’m delighted that you’ve found your way here, as this is a safe haven where healing begins and transformation unfolds. I’m dedicated to creating a warm and nurturing safe space for you to talk. In my therapeutic sessions I offer a safe, confidential, non-judgemental space where you will receive warmth, compassion and understanding.
Clients come to counselling when their normal coping mechanisms are no longer working for them and they are feeling overwhelmed, confused and afraid. It may be due to anxiety in their life, stress in work or relationships, low self esteem or depression. They come looking for clarity, a sense of understanding that they are not alone in what they are feeling and perhaps for practical techniques to manage the conflicting emotions. They also want to be really listened to and not to be judged as they tell their story.
Clients come to counselling when their normal coping mechanisms are no longer working for them and they are feeling overwhelmed, confused and afraid. It may be due to anxiety in their life, stress in work or relationships, low self esteem or depression. They come looking for clarity, a sense of understanding that they are not alone in what they are feeling and perhaps for practical techniques to manage the conflicting emotions. They also want to be really listened to and not to be judged as they tell their story.
I work with CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Gottman Approach to Couples Therapy, Developmental Trauma, loss/bereavement.
GOTTMAN COUPLES THERAPY/ INDIVIDUALS / YOUNG ADULT My clients are individuals, young adults, and couples who want to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships. Working with a Psychotherapist can be one of the most significant things you can do to improve your chances of contentment in relationships at work and with friends and family. Whether it is understanding how to soothe strong emotions to enable you to enjoy life, understanding how to deal with depression & anxiety, or understanding your relationship dynamic to find more fulfillment and joy.
I work with CBT, DBT, Mindfulness, Gottman Approach to Couples Therapy, Developmental Trauma, loss/bereavement.
GOTTMAN COUPLES THERAPY/ INDIVIDUALS / YOUNG ADULT My clients are individuals, young adults, and couples who want to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships. Working with a Psychotherapist can be one of the most significant things you can do to improve your chances of contentment in relationships at work and with friends and family. Whether it is understanding how to soothe strong emotions to enable you to enjoy life, understanding how to deal with depression & anxiety, or understanding your relationship dynamic to find more fulfillment and joy.
Collaboratively, we work through past traumas and life events, which may result in paralysing fears, anxiety, low mood and prove stressful.
I m a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I facilitate a confidential space, providing emotional safety. I work from a Person Centred Approach, in CBT, Psychodynamic, Rational Emotional Behavioural Therapy, Transactional Analysis’. Compassion Focused Therapy. Solution Based Therapy for Couples. Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples. Grief.
Collaboratively, we work through past traumas and life events, which may result in paralysing fears, anxiety, low mood and prove stressful.
I m a qualified Integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist. I facilitate a confidential space, providing emotional safety. I work from a Person Centred Approach, in CBT, Psychodynamic, Rational Emotional Behavioural Therapy, Transactional Analysis’. Compassion Focused Therapy. Solution Based Therapy for Couples. Emotional Focused Therapy for Couples. Grief.
I also support those dealing with grief, trauma, or deeper questions about life.
If you're feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about your path, I offer a supportive space where you can talk openly and be heard. As a person-centred, humanistic therapist, I believe you’re the expert in your own life. My approach is about working with you to explore your thoughts and feelings, helping you understand yourself better and recognize the strengths you already have. We’ll move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My goal is to help you clear your mind, build healthier relationships, and grow in a way that feels right for you so you can live an authentic and fulfilling life.
I also support those dealing with grief, trauma, or deeper questions about life.
If you're feeling stuck, anxious, or unsure about your path, I offer a supportive space where you can talk openly and be heard. As a person-centred, humanistic therapist, I believe you’re the expert in your own life. My approach is about working with you to explore your thoughts and feelings, helping you understand yourself better and recognize the strengths you already have. We’ll move at your pace, focusing on what matters most to you. My goal is to help you clear your mind, build healthier relationships, and grow in a way that feels right for you so you can live an authentic and fulfilling life.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or caught in patterns that keep repeating in your life? Psychoanalytic psychotherapy doesn’t just aim to ease symptoms, it opens the possibility for real change in how you relate to yourself and others. Through this work, you can begin to live differently, finding new ways of being that once felt out of reach.
Are you feeling stuck, anxious, or caught in patterns that keep repeating in your life? Psychoanalytic psychotherapy doesn’t just aim to ease symptoms, it opens the possibility for real change in how you relate to yourself and others. Through this work, you can begin to live differently, finding new ways of being that once felt out of reach.
Hi - my name is Joe Cleary and I'm a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I work with adults in Dundalk, one-to-one, and remotely by phone or online. I tend to work with people on deeper, more difficult issues that have affected them for many years because a psychoanalytic approach is best suited to resolving such tougher, entrenched situations. I'm accredited with the APPI and I've over 15 years clinical experience with an extensive range of issues, from acute psychiatric ill health to difficult life changes and situations. I offer support during difficult times, to help you gain deeper insight and figure out how to improve your life.
Hi - my name is Joe Cleary and I'm a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist. I work with adults in Dundalk, one-to-one, and remotely by phone or online. I tend to work with people on deeper, more difficult issues that have affected them for many years because a psychoanalytic approach is best suited to resolving such tougher, entrenched situations. I'm accredited with the APPI and I've over 15 years clinical experience with an extensive range of issues, from acute psychiatric ill health to difficult life changes and situations. I offer support during difficult times, to help you gain deeper insight and figure out how to improve your life.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low-mood, low self-esteem, loneliness, grief/loss, abuse, trauma, infertility, relationship difficulties, work and family issues, to name but a few.
My therapeutic approach is an integrative one, incorporating the principles of Person-Centred Therapy (a non-directive, empathic approach that empowers clients to fulfil their own potential), Psychodynamic Therapy (which explores the influence of the past on current behaviours) and also CBT, when more specific guidance is required and appropriate.
I work with individuals who may be struggling with anxiety, stress, low-mood, low self-esteem, loneliness, grief/loss, abuse, trauma, infertility, relationship difficulties, work and family issues, to name but a few.
My therapeutic approach is an integrative one, incorporating the principles of Person-Centred Therapy (a non-directive, empathic approach that empowers clients to fulfil their own potential), Psychodynamic Therapy (which explores the influence of the past on current behaviours) and also CBT, when more specific guidance is required and appropriate.
I am an IFS informed therapist who specialises in how trauma shows up throughout the lifespan.
Talking is medicine. I don't mean it's like medicine; I mean IT IS medicine. It heals. It gives clarity and perspective; It makes people feel better. I have been lucky enough to help and witness people change how they think and feel so that life feels easier - not so damn difficult all the time. I have seen the smiles on faces as lifelong emotional burdens are put down and life can be lived fully again. I have had the privilege of helping people from all walks of life deal with many types of issues; from the immediate, such as trouble with work, to challenges and issues whose roots stretch back to childhood.
I am an IFS informed therapist who specialises in how trauma shows up throughout the lifespan.
Talking is medicine. I don't mean it's like medicine; I mean IT IS medicine. It heals. It gives clarity and perspective; It makes people feel better. I have been lucky enough to help and witness people change how they think and feel so that life feels easier - not so damn difficult all the time. I have seen the smiles on faces as lifelong emotional burdens are put down and life can be lived fully again. I have had the privilege of helping people from all walks of life deal with many types of issues; from the immediate, such as trouble with work, to challenges and issues whose roots stretch back to childhood.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition issues.
I'm dedicated to empowering you to move beyond feeling stuck on 'autopilot' and confidently take the controls of your own life.
I place special focus on understanding why we feel and behave as we do, aiming to support changes in challenging behaviour patterns. My work ranges from anxiety, depression and phobias, to relationship difficulties and daily life challenges. My coaching experience covers career development and behavioural performance and I have provided workshops in this field across Brazil, Portugal, and Ireland.
I specialise in anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, and life transition issues.
I'm dedicated to empowering you to move beyond feeling stuck on 'autopilot' and confidently take the controls of your own life.
I place special focus on understanding why we feel and behave as we do, aiming to support changes in challenging behaviour patterns. My work ranges from anxiety, depression and phobias, to relationship difficulties and daily life challenges. My coaching experience covers career development and behavioural performance and I have provided workshops in this field across Brazil, Portugal, and Ireland.
My work is integrative, client-led, and trauma-informed.
You may be feeling anxious, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, unsure why things feel so heavy right now. Past experiences, identity questions, grief, or life transitions might be impacting your sense of safety or self-worth.
I’m Keith, a pre-accredited psychotherapist (APCP), and I work with adults online who want a supportive space to explore what’s holding them back. You don’t need to have it all figured out, all you need to do is contact me today and get started on your self-healing journey.
My work is integrative, client-led, and trauma-informed.
You may be feeling anxious, stuck, or disconnected from yourself, unsure why things feel so heavy right now. Past experiences, identity questions, grief, or life transitions might be impacting your sense of safety or self-worth.
I’m Keith, a pre-accredited psychotherapist (APCP), and I work with adults online who want a supportive space to explore what’s holding them back. You don’t need to have it all figured out, all you need to do is contact me today and get started on your self-healing journey.
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When should I seek treatment for trauma?
Not everyone who undergoes trauma needs therapy to heal, but many do. If, after experiencing a traumatic event, you find yourself struggling with symptoms such as nightmares, dissociation, irritability, or emotional numbness—especially if these symptoms last more than a month and are severe enough to interfere with your daily functioning—you may benefit from seeking out therapy with a trauma-informed provider.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Different types of therapy for trauma unfold on different timelines. Prolonged exposure therapy and cognitive processing therapy, for example, each take about three months, while trauma-informed CBT may last anywhere from 8 to 25 sessions. Other approaches, especially those that are less structured or that incorporate elements from multiple modalities, may be more open-ended, though many patients report feeling better within the first few months of treatment.
What happens if trauma is left untreated?
Unaddressed trauma can have serious—even devastating—effects on relationships, career, and day-to-day functioning. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can lead people to distrust or lash out at others, making it difficult to maintain intimate relationships; it can also trigger symptoms such as flashbacks or hyperreactivity that can interfere with a person’s ability to function effectively, personally and/or professionally. Some sufferers turn to drugs to find relief. Symptoms may lessen on their own with time, but there is no guarantee that PTSD will resolve on its own.
Can PTSD come back after treatment?
It is possible for PTSD symptoms to recur months or years after successful treatment. This is because, like most mental health disorders, it is not possible to “cure” PTSD, and stressful life events may cause symptoms to recur in even the most resilient individuals. There is no shame in re-experiencing PTSD symptoms nor in returning to therapy when such relapses occur; indeed, many forms of trauma therapy explicitly encourage periodic “maintenance sessions” to reinforce coping skills and ensure that symptoms stay manageable.