Couples Counselling in County Mayo

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John Mangan
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Cong, County Mayo F31
You are the most important person in the therapeutic relationship
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.
You are the most important person in the therapeutic relationship
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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Maeve Monica Daly
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Swinford, County Mayo F12
I started off my therapy journey as a reflexologist, acupuncturist, Craniosacral therapist and massage therapist. Becoming a counsellor/psychotherapist and life coach showed me how important it was to work with our mind body connection. Due to my extensive studies of numerous different therapy approaches, I have a vast knowledge and wisdom to draw on in order to support you on your journey.
I started off my therapy journey as a reflexologist, acupuncturist, Craniosacral therapist and massage therapist. Becoming a counsellor/psychotherapist and life coach showed me how important it was to work with our mind body connection. Due to my extensive studies of numerous different therapy approaches, I have a vast knowledge and wisdom to draw on in order to support you on your journey.
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Mai O’Neill
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Castlebar, County Mayo F23
I work with relationship issues with couples and individuals.
I have worked as a therapist for the past 22 years in private practice. It is my great privilege to be with people at perhaps the most difficult times in their lives what ever the circumstances. It is my experience that all of us long for connection to ourselves and others - essentially to be met as a person - regardless of presenting issue.
I work with relationship issues with couples and individuals.
I have worked as a therapist for the past 22 years in private practice. It is my great privilege to be with people at perhaps the most difficult times in their lives what ever the circumstances. It is my experience that all of us long for connection to ourselves and others - essentially to be met as a person - regardless of presenting issue.
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Sinead Murray
Psychotherapist, MA, FTAI
Online Only
Sinéad is a warm and empathetic systemic psychotherapist with a passion for providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families.
Systemic psychotherapy can help individuals, couples and families move from blame to understanding, from reactivity to reflection, and from isolation to connection.
Sinéad is a warm and empathetic systemic psychotherapist with a passion for providing therapeutic support to individuals, couples, and families.
Systemic psychotherapy can help individuals, couples and families move from blame to understanding, from reactivity to reflection, and from isolation to connection.
(01) 592 4196 x65 View (01) 592 4196 x65
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Walburg Ruane
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Online Only
I provide compassionate and professional online psychotherapy to Individuals, Adolescences, Families and Couples and believe that a safe and supportive connection will lead to positive changes and healing.
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 provide compassionate and professional online psychotherapy to Individuals, Adolescences, Families and Couples and believe that a safe and supportive connection will lead to positive changes and healing.
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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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 have a special interest in supporting people affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder, informed by both professional and personal experience. I also work extensively with men, helping them explore challenges such as relationships, anger management, anxiety, addiction, and self-esteem, creating space for honest conversations and lasting change.
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 have a special interest in supporting people affected by Narcissistic Personality Disorder, informed by both professional and personal experience. I also work extensively with men, helping them explore challenges such as relationships, anger management, anxiety, addiction, and self-esteem, creating space for honest conversations and lasting change.
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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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Emer Coyne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Louisburgh, County Mayo F28
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 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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Jonathan Monahan
Counsellor, APCP
Claremorris, County Mayo F12
I hope to build our relationship so that you find me trustworthy to talk to, in confidence, about all aspects of your life, your thoughts and feelings and any difficulties you are experiencing.
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
I hope to build our relationship so that you find me trustworthy to talk to, in confidence, about all aspects of your life, your thoughts and feelings and any difficulties you are experiencing.
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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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. Transitions, whether they may be moving from adolescence to adulthood, changing schools or navigating personal identity shifts, are a significant focus of my work. I strive to be a steady presence for my clients, providing guidance and support as they navigate these pivotal moments.
As an adolescent psychotherapist I work collaboratively with my clients to explore where they are and where they want to be. Transitions, whether they may be moving from adolescence to adulthood, changing schools or navigating personal identity shifts, are a significant focus of my work. I strive to be a steady presence for my clients, providing guidance and support as they navigate these pivotal moments.
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Anne Marie O'Reilly
Counsellor, MIACP
Online Only
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe.
I am an integrative humanistic counsellor and educator and my practice draws on a broad variety of therapeutic approaches. From a base of primarily person-centered counselling, I integrate other approaches as appropriate, such as Gestalt, existentialism, CBT and family systems therapy.
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe.
I am an integrative humanistic counsellor and educator and my practice draws on a broad variety of therapeutic approaches. From a base of primarily person-centered counselling, I integrate other approaches as appropriate, such as Gestalt, existentialism, CBT and family systems therapy.
087 991 8404 View 087 991 8404
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Şeyda Uzunbay
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Serves Area
With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions.
I support clients with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and migration. With 10 years of experience, I use EMDR, Psychodrama, Gottman Couple Therapy, and other evidence-based methods, offering a safe space for therapy in both Turkish and English.
With 10 years of experience, I support you through trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, and life transitions.
I support clients with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, life transitions, and migration. With 10 years of experience, I use EMDR, Psychodrama, Gottman Couple Therapy, and other evidence-based methods, offering a safe space for therapy in both Turkish and English.
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Sean O Morain
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Serves Area
Do you and your partner feel more like roommates than soulmates?
At my counselling practice, I specialise in helping couples like you. My services include but are not limited to 1. Understanding Communication 2.Conflict Resolution 3. Identifying Patterns 4. Strengthening Your Partnership
Do you and your partner feel more like roommates than soulmates?
At my counselling practice, I specialise in helping couples like you. My services include but are not limited to 1. Understanding Communication 2.Conflict Resolution 3. Identifying Patterns 4. Strengthening Your Partnership
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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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Mary Mullins
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
So, if anxiety is crippling you or depression is limiting your quality of life, or you are stuck in grief, or in an unhealthy relationship, contact me and together we can find a way to move forward.
Coping with loss, bereavement and grief can be overwhelming. I can help to make sense of what you are going through. I work with couples who may be having difficulties in their relationships and together we can meet the various challenges with a view to improving the quality of the relationship.
So, if anxiety is crippling you or depression is limiting your quality of life, or you are stuck in grief, or in an unhealthy relationship, contact me and together we can find a way to move forward.
Coping with loss, bereavement and grief can be overwhelming. I can help to make sense of what you are going through. I work with couples who may be having difficulties in their relationships and together we can meet the various challenges with a view to improving the quality of the relationship.
(01) 267 6622 x42 View (01) 267 6622 x42
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MichaelJ/Therapy
Counsellor, APCP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
en's Mental Health, Anxiety & Relationship Counselling If your mind rarely switches off, you may find yourself overthinking, replaying conversations, or feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts.
I offer a compassionate, Identity+ affirming space to explore the patterns shaping how you think, feel, and relate to others. I support adults who overthink, feel stuck in relationship patterns, or struggle with emotional overwhelm, building greater clarity, emotional stability, and more secure connections.
en's Mental Health, Anxiety & Relationship Counselling If your mind rarely switches off, you may find yourself overthinking, replaying conversations, or feeling overwhelmed by your thoughts.
I offer a compassionate, Identity+ affirming space to explore the patterns shaping how you think, feel, and relate to others. I support adults who overthink, feel stuck in relationship patterns, or struggle with emotional overwhelm, building greater clarity, emotional stability, and more secure connections.
(01) 267 6517 x47 View (01) 267 6517 x47
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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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Marie Dempsey
Psychotherapist, MIACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I am an accredited counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required.
I work primarily in an integrative way, which means a holistic and individual to each person approach. This facilitates theories and techniques from several therapeutic models, which vary depending on the unique to each person needs and goals. My work is rooted in the person centred, where each person is the expert in their own life and healing.
I am an accredited counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required.
I work primarily in an integrative way, which means a holistic and individual to each person approach. This facilitates theories and techniques from several therapeutic models, which vary depending on the unique to each person needs and goals. My work is rooted in the person centred, where each person is the expert in their own life and healing.
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Stephen Byrne
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a B.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy as the relationship facilitates the trusting environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored, and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counseling including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, and depression.
I am a qualified psychotherapist with a B.A. in Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy as the relationship facilitates the trusting environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored, and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counseling including stress, anxiety, grief and loss, and depression.
087 904 0381 View 087 904 0381
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Helen Shaughnessy WeCareCounselling& Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Serves Area
I provide a compassionate space to navigate trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as the complexities of relationship breakdowns, bullying, and coercive control.
I hold an honours degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from PCI/Middlesex University and a Masters in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy. I also hold a certificate in Couples Counselling with the Irish Institute of Couples Therapy. Further training includes level 3 in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
I provide a compassionate space to navigate trauma, anxiety, and depression, as well as the complexities of relationship breakdowns, bullying, and coercive control.
I hold an honours degree in Counselling & Psychotherapy from PCI/Middlesex University and a Masters in Addiction Counselling and Psychotherapy. I also hold a certificate in Couples Counselling with the Irish Institute of Couples Therapy. Further training includes level 3 in Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR)
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Couples Counselling
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.

When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.

How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.

How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.