Counselling in Edenderry

I am a fully accredited adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist. As an integrative therapist, I move between different theoretical approaches including Person Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy depending on each client’s individual therapeutic needs. My main therapeutic approach is Humanistic where I apply a Person-Cantered focus with clients by establishing an empathic and non-judgmental relationship in a relaxed, confidential setting with each client.

My approach to psychotherapy is Integrative which means that I use a range of therapeutic techniques as treatment depending upon the client and the difficulty that person is experiencing. I view each individual as a unique being with endless potential and I believe that under the appropriate conditions everyone has the ability to self-actualize.

At Blue Sky Counselling and Psychotherapy I understand that sitting down and looking for counsellors in your area (whether it is for yourself or a friend or family member) can be a daunting and sometimes lonely experience. I would like to make that process easier for you. At Blue Sky the aim is to make our service easily accessible so that you feel free to call, email, text or drop in to see how the process of counselling might work for you. You don’t need a referral to come to counselling, all you need to do is contact Blue Sky by your preferred method.

My experience of working in a psychiatric hospital in London, together with my subsequent extensive management experience with a large global organisation, where a key part of my role involved mentoring and coaching people in developing their careers, prompted me to embark on her career as a counsellor and psychotherapist. My holistic approach to counselling facilitates opportunities for clients to explore their feelings in a non-judgmental, and safe environment. In this therapeutic partnership, I facilitate clients as they identify and manage strong feelings such as anger or anxiety, grief, loss relationship problems, depression.

Are you experiencing challenges in your relationship? Do you feel overwhelmed and find it difficult to cope with your thoughts and emotions? Maybe you are a parent and you are struggling to connect with your teenager? Psychotherapy will help you tackle troubling emotions, thoughts, feelings, behaviors and life situations. if you feel like you need someone to talk to right now, or if difficulties are greatly interfering with your life — this is probably a good time to start therapy. Feel confident that you can feel better and live happier, and that by reaching out for support, you’ve taken a crucial step forward.

Are you... overthinking everything in your mind? ...comparing yourself to others? ...finding it difficult to deal with everyday life and the challenges ahead of you? Whatever your issue.... stress, anxiety, lack of confidence, phobias, fears, habits, weight management, stop smoking, IBS, Crohn's disease or another... Help is available right here. Your mind holds the solution. I can help you relax, release difficult emotions and train your mind to be solution focused, so that you can live a happier and more enjoyable life.

Amy offers a non judgemental, empathetic approach to her clients. Amy understands that the individual can suffer a combination of difficulties and works psychoanalytically. Amy is a graduate member of the Psychological society of Ireland (PSI) a member of the Association of Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy in Ireland APPI and NAPCP. Amy has extensive experience in clinical, educational, rehabilitation and social care settings. Amy attends and contributes in regular workshops, educational seminars and ongoing CPD training. Amy’s practice is underpinned by the ethics of psychoanalysis and focuses in particular on the unconscious mind.

Change is Possible, Let us Empower you .We collaborate with you to explore thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours that affect your life negatively. Through counselling and psychotherapy you are given the support and safety to explore,understand and, often, to change these thoughts, beliefs, feelings and behaviours. The personal growth that can then take place can free you from the limitations of old patterns. This can allow more realistic and effective ways of improving the quality, contentment and satisfaction of your life to emerge. You can benefit from counselling and psychotherapy at any stage in your life.

I am here to provide a non-judgemental, safe space for you from our very first session. I work with individuals and couples. As an integrative counsellor and psychotherapist, I adapt the therapeutic approach used depending on each client’s needs, preferences and background. I am experienced with both online and face to face counselling. I am also a Speech and Language Therapist with many years of experience working with in hospital and healthcare settings.