Counselling for Teens and Adolescents in County Mayo

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Laura Timoney
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
1 Endorsed
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
I am an accredited integrative therapist with experience supporting adults and teens through anxiety, stress, and life transitions.
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist who works both indoors and outdoors in my local green spaces. My core training is in person-centred, humanistic integrative psychotherapy, and I am registered with the Irish Association for Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists (IAHIP).
I am an accredited integrative therapist with experience supporting adults and teens through anxiety, stress, and life transitions.
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist who works both indoors and outdoors in my local green spaces. My core training is in person-centred, humanistic integrative psychotherapy, and I am registered with the Irish Association for Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapists (IAHIP).
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Jonathan Monahan
Counsellor, APCP
Claremorris, County Mayo F12
It is my vision to support people, to work with them to find their purpose and talents in order to fulfil their potential in life. When a problem presents itself, I will help you in the search for solutions to the current impasse to allow movement forward. We can seek out the source of the problem to see if it can be prevented in the future, or at least its effects reduced, should it reoccur. I feel that by working like this, together you can learn how to overcome the difficulties life sends your way. In this way, you can become empowered. Using your own strengths you already possess to build a future you want to live in
It is my vision to support people, to work with them to find their purpose and talents in order to fulfil their potential in life. When a problem presents itself, I will help you in the search for solutions to the current impasse to allow movement forward. We can seek out the source of the problem to see if it can be prevented in the future, or at least its effects reduced, should it reoccur. I feel that by working like this, together you can learn how to overcome the difficulties life sends your way. In this way, you can become empowered. Using your own strengths you already possess to build a future you want to live in
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Emer Coyne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Louisburgh, County Mayo F28
I also specialise working with teenagers having gained over 10 years working with children in foster care.
I am a fully accredited therapist with almost 15 years experience working with people who are struggling with certain areas of their lives and the feelings associated with this. I fully understand that it can be daunting coming to counselling and its takes courage to make the decision therefore I am passionate about creating a safe and secure place where you can be heard without fear of judgement.
I also specialise working with teenagers having gained over 10 years working with children in foster care.
I am a fully accredited therapist with almost 15 years experience working with people who are struggling with certain areas of their lives and the feelings associated with this. I fully understand that it can be daunting coming to counselling and its takes courage to make the decision therefore I am passionate about creating a safe and secure place where you can be heard without fear of judgement.
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Jenny Tsagalas
Verified Verified
Online Only
Our sessions will explore how best to navigate and interpret your child's/ teen's or young adult's behaviours, finding solutions guided by your goals and family culture.
At Behaviour Solutions, the approach is grounded in evidence-based methods and over 18 years of experience in behavioural consultation and therapy. Jenny Tsagalas, a fully registered behaviour analyst with ISBA, works with parents of children, adolescents, and young adults,to address a wide range of behavioural challenges. Her practice incorporates principles from Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), attachment theory, and trauma-informed care, combined with current insights from neuroscience and developmental psychology. By focusing on both behaviour and its underlying emotional context, Jenny helps families achieve meaningful change.
Our sessions will explore how best to navigate and interpret your child's/ teen's or young adult's behaviours, finding solutions guided by your goals and family culture.
At Behaviour Solutions, the approach is grounded in evidence-based methods and over 18 years of experience in behavioural consultation and therapy. Jenny Tsagalas, a fully registered behaviour analyst with ISBA, works with parents of children, adolescents, and young adults,to address a wide range of behavioural challenges. Her practice incorporates principles from Positive Behaviour Support (PBS), attachment theory, and trauma-informed care, combined with current insights from neuroscience and developmental psychology. By focusing on both behaviour and its underlying emotional context, Jenny helps families achieve meaningful change.
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Dr. Seamus Ryan
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol PSI
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
Dr Seamus Ryan is an experienced and PSI acccredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist who delivers expert psychological assessments, therapy, and advisory services tailored to individual needs. Dr Ryan specialises in diagnostic assessments for adults and children who suspect they may have ADHD or autism, and these can be completed either online or in-person. Dr Ryan also specialises in providing psychological court reports, including child welfare assessments (Section 32), family law cases (Section 47), and evaluations for the Injuries Resolution Board.
Dr Seamus Ryan is an experienced and PSI acccredited Chartered Clinical Psychologist who delivers expert psychological assessments, therapy, and advisory services tailored to individual needs. Dr Ryan specialises in diagnostic assessments for adults and children who suspect they may have ADHD or autism, and these can be completed either online or in-person. Dr Ryan also specialises in providing psychological court reports, including child welfare assessments (Section 32), family law cases (Section 47), and evaluations for the Injuries Resolution Board.
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Mike Wilkins Counselling
Counsellor
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
I’m an IACP and BACP accredited counsellor offering individual and couples counselling face-to-face in Castlebar on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and online throughout the week. I support clients with challenges such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, workplace stress, relationship issues, addiction (alcohol and drugs), and eating concerns. My approach is warm, supportive and collaborative: I listen with care, creating a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, and equip you with practical tools to help you build resilience and move towards a happier, healthier life.
I’m an IACP and BACP accredited counsellor offering individual and couples counselling face-to-face in Castlebar on Tuesday and Wednesday evenings and online throughout the week. I support clients with challenges such as anxiety, depression, bereavement, workplace stress, relationship issues, addiction (alcohol and drugs), and eating concerns. My approach is warm, supportive and collaborative: I listen with care, creating a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, and equip you with practical tools to help you build resilience and move towards a happier, healthier life.
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Dr. Gerry Dolan
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol PSI
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
Hi. I run a bespoke psychology and counselling service for children and adults. I only work online at the moment. I can offer a free 15 minute telephone/video appointment so you can get to know me and ask any questions you want.
Hi. I run a bespoke psychology and counselling service for children and adults. I only work online at the moment. I can offer a free 15 minute telephone/video appointment so you can get to know me and ask any questions you want.
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John Mangan
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Cong, County Mayo F31
I have 20years experience working with clients from adolescence to mature adulthood.
Those who attend counselling or Psychotherapy bring with them a deep desire to find healing and fulfilment in their lives. Each client brings their personal issue to the confidential setting of the therapy room. This space offers them a secure confidential setting in the company of an experienced therapist to explore painful experiences, to build self confidence and nurture their personal inner strength to move forward in life's journey.
I have 20years experience working with clients from adolescence to mature adulthood.
Those who attend counselling or Psychotherapy bring with them a deep desire to find healing and fulfilment in their lives. Each client brings their personal issue to the confidential setting of the therapy room. This space offers them a secure confidential setting in the company of an experienced therapist to explore painful experiences, to build self confidence and nurture their personal inner strength to move forward in life's journey.
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Edel K Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Ballyhaunis, County Mayo F35
As a person-centered therapist with a trauma-informed and holistic approach, I provide a compassionate, safe space for adolescents and adults. I honor your unique story, integrating mind, body, and spirit into the healing process. Together, we’ll build resilience, explore your strengths, and support your journey toward growth and well-being
As a person-centered therapist with a trauma-informed and holistic approach, I provide a compassionate, safe space for adolescents and adults. I honor your unique story, integrating mind, body, and spirit into the healing process. Together, we’ll build resilience, explore your strengths, and support your journey toward growth and well-being
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Walburg Ruane
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Online Only
I am an Accredited Psychotherapist and Guidance Counsellor working in the West of Ireland. My approach integrates elements from many different schools of psychotherapy and my therapeutic frameworks include Person Centred, Psychodynamics, CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Mindfulness. I work online with Individuals, Adolescences, Families and Couples and believe that a safe and supportive connection will lead to positive changes and healing. I volunteer weekly in Knock Counselling Centre and the Accord Centre in Co Mayo.
I am an Accredited Psychotherapist and Guidance Counsellor working in the West of Ireland. My approach integrates elements from many different schools of psychotherapy and my therapeutic frameworks include Person Centred, Psychodynamics, CBT, Compassion Focused Therapy, ACT, Narrative Therapy, Solution Focused Brief Therapy and Mindfulness. I work online with Individuals, Adolescences, Families and Couples and believe that a safe and supportive connection will lead to positive changes and healing. I volunteer weekly in Knock Counselling Centre and the Accord Centre in Co Mayo.
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Agata Cecylia Nowicka
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
I help adults and adolescents deal with loss, bereavement, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and school related issues etc.
I offer a warm and non judgmental space where you can talk about what is bothering you and be heard in a compassionate way. I will help you deal with overwhelming feelings using cutting edge therapeutic techniques. I will support you in healing the wounds that can be healed and in learning to manage difficult emotions and thoughts.
I help adults and adolescents deal with loss, bereavement, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship and school related issues etc.
I offer a warm and non judgmental space where you can talk about what is bothering you and be heard in a compassionate way. I will help you deal with overwhelming feelings using cutting edge therapeutic techniques. I will support you in healing the wounds that can be healed and in learning to manage difficult emotions and thoughts.
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John Mc Namara
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Westport, County Mayo F28
I work with adults and also teenagers/ adolescents.
My main objective is originally to gain an understanding of the presenting concerns and from there to probe more into how this impacts our day to day life. Probing creates a better understanding (for both of us). Alongside this, I incorporate CBT to implement strategies to deal with the presenting concerns and begin working to address the concerns directly.
I work with adults and also teenagers/ adolescents.
My main objective is originally to gain an understanding of the presenting concerns and from there to probe more into how this impacts our day to day life. Probing creates a better understanding (for both of us). Alongside this, I incorporate CBT to implement strategies to deal with the presenting concerns and begin working to address the concerns directly.
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Claire Angela Bolger
Counsellor, NAPCP
Ballina, County Mayo F26
Waitlist for new clients
As an adolescent psychotherapist I work collaboratively with my clients to explore where they are and where they want to be.
As an adolescent psychotherapist I specialise in providing support to individuals aged 12-30. As a Gestalt therapist I create a therapeutic space that embraces the whole person. I also offer parent support with fostering a supportive environment for their children. In my practice I blend traditional talk therapy with creative interventions.
As an adolescent psychotherapist I work collaboratively with my clients to explore where they are and where they want to be.
As an adolescent psychotherapist I specialise in providing support to individuals aged 12-30. As a Gestalt therapist I create a therapeutic space that embraces the whole person. I also offer parent support with fostering a supportive environment for their children. In my practice I blend traditional talk therapy with creative interventions.
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Cocoon Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
Cocoon Clinical Psychology offers comprehensive person-centered assessment and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults.
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.
Cocoon Clinical Psychology offers comprehensive person-centered assessment and therapeutic services for children, adolescents, and adults.
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.
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Louise Hammond
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
Supporting Your Journey to Healing, Growth, and Self-Discovery Life can feel overwhelming at times, whether you're struggling with stress, anxiety, low mood, grief, relationship difficulties, or unresolved issues from the past. You may feel stuck, disconnected, or unsure where to turn. You don't have to face this alone, meaningful change and healing are possible. I specialize in helping people navigate anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and the lasting impact of unresolved childhood experiences. I also offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping, blending proven techniques with innovative approaches to support deep, lasting change.
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Şeyda Uzunbay
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Serves Area
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
Life can bring challenges for us all. With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions. In a safe, non-judgmental space. My clients are usually at a crossroads, seeking depth, trust, and peace in relationships, and ready to face anxiety, depression, or past trauma. They often long for a safe, non-judgmental space to express themselves openly. Their goals include understanding themselves better, unlocking inner strength, overcoming life’s blockages, and creating a more harmonious, balanced, and meaningful life.
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Sylwia McCarthy
Psychologist, MA, CPsychol PSI
Serves Area
I am passionate about working with people and helping them find their own way to a more fulfilled and satisfied life. I believe that health is not just absence of illness but a complete state of emotional and physical well-being. Whether you want to be more confident, improve your relationships or are looking to make changes in your professional life, I am here to assist you on your journey to get the life you want. I provide services in English and Polish.
I am passionate about working with people and helping them find their own way to a more fulfilled and satisfied life. I believe that health is not just absence of illness but a complete state of emotional and physical well-being. Whether you want to be more confident, improve your relationships or are looking to make changes in your professional life, I am here to assist you on your journey to get the life you want. I provide services in English and Polish.
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Paul Doolin
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Parakletos is an ancient Greek word meaning Advocate or Helper. In my practice, it represents the therapeutic relationship—a space where you are supported, understood, and guided toward healing and self-discovery. I aim to provide a compassionate space to explore mind, body and spirit, helping you find clarity and strength in your journey. During June, July and August, I will not be seeing new clients. I will have a new schedule beginning in September. Please feel free to contact me regarding availability in September.
Parakletos is an ancient Greek word meaning Advocate or Helper. In my practice, it represents the therapeutic relationship—a space where you are supported, understood, and guided toward healing and self-discovery. I aim to provide a compassionate space to explore mind, body and spirit, helping you find clarity and strength in your journey. During June, July and August, I will not be seeing new clients. I will have a new schedule beginning in September. Please feel free to contact me regarding availability in September.
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Sunflower Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
Upon finishing college I thought of the many needs of potential clients. As a result of this I spent a year working in a drug & alcohol addiction centre. Gaining the experience & knowledge necessary to treat people during & after recovery for addiction. I soon discovered that regardless of the presenting issue most clients presented with having experienced some form of trauma. I then
Upon finishing college I thought of the many needs of potential clients. As a result of this I spent a year working in a drug & alcohol addiction centre. Gaining the experience & knowledge necessary to treat people during & after recovery for addiction. I soon discovered that regardless of the presenting issue most clients presented with having experienced some form of trauma. I then
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OC Counselling
Counsellor, APCP
Claremorris, County Mayo F12
Not accepting new clients
I bring to my practice a deep understanding of the unique issues facing adolescents, teens, and adults, gained through years of experience in the field.
I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor with a strong commitment to helping individuals aged 12 and above navigate life's challenges.
I bring to my practice a deep understanding of the unique issues facing adolescents, teens, and adults, gained through years of experience in the field.
I am a dedicated and compassionate counsellor with a strong commitment to helping individuals aged 12 and above navigate life's challenges.
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FAQ - Teenage and Adolescent Therapists
What does therapy for teenagers look like?
When a therapist works with a teenager, the pair will talk about what the teen is struggling with and explore solutions, which may involve interpersonal skills, coping strategies, medication, or lifestyle changes related to sleep, diet, and exercise. Different therapists employ different modalities, but most involve a combination of conversation and skill building.

How long does therapy for teenagers generally take to work?
There’s variability in teenagers’ experiences and challenges; some may begin to improve from therapy within a few weeks while others may take several months or longer. Teens can discuss their progress with their therapist periodically to assess how they’re improving and any changes to the treatment plan that could potentially accelerate that progress.

How do you encourage a teenager to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express your concern and love while framing therapy as an opportunity to explore a tool that could help improve their life; just like they practice baseball or dance, now they can practice their emotional skills. Give your teen control over the process where you can—maybe by weighing in on choice of therapist and signaling that therapy involves confidentiality, so a parent need not know all that is discussed in sessions.

How do you prepare teens for therapy?
You can prepare your teenager for therapy by describing what the process will look like and setting expectations for timeline, if requested. You can explain that the first session may begin with an assessment phase, that they can describe their experiences but that the therapist will ask questions too, and that it may take time to feel comfortable opening up. Ask how they’re feeling about the process and answer any questions calmly and supportively.