Sleep or Insomnia Counselling in Waterford
Have you finally got to that point in your struggle with anxiety that you really want to deal with it? If you are, I’m here to help you. Together we can help you make the journey out of your anxiety. I can help you manage your anxious thoughts more effectively, by reducing your levels of anxiety and enjoy life without worrying all the time.
Have you finally got to that point in your struggle with anxiety that you really want to deal with it? If you are, I’m here to help you. Together we can help you make the journey out of your anxiety. I can help you manage your anxious thoughts more effectively, by reducing your levels of anxiety and enjoy life without worrying all the time.
I’m an online psychotherapist and trauma-informed EMDR therapist working with adults across Ireland. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, grief, or addiction, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and less alone. Together, we can work toward easing distress, making sense of what you’ve been through, and helping you feel more grounded, confident, and able to move forward at your own pace.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and tailored to you.
I’m an online psychotherapist and trauma-informed EMDR therapist working with adults across Ireland. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or weighed down by trauma, anxiety, grief, or addiction, I offer a warm, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood, and less alone. Together, we can work toward easing distress, making sense of what you’ve been through, and helping you feel more grounded, confident, and able to move forward at your own pace.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative and tailored to you.
I work with clients who experience relationship issues, depression, addictions, stress, self-harm, anxiety, dreams, loss, personality disorders, women's issues, sleep issues, and existential & spiritual concerns.
I work with clients seeking meaningful and deeper resolutions to their issues, whether those involve relationship challenges, mood changes, existential questions, or a desire for self-understanding. Together we'll explore the underlying causes of these struggles using a psychodynamic approach with the aim of helping you gain insight, heal past wounds, and move towards a more authentic, fulfilling life.
I work with clients who experience relationship issues, depression, addictions, stress, self-harm, anxiety, dreams, loss, personality disorders, women's issues, sleep issues, and existential & spiritual concerns.
I work with clients seeking meaningful and deeper resolutions to their issues, whether those involve relationship challenges, mood changes, existential questions, or a desire for self-understanding. Together we'll explore the underlying causes of these struggles using a psychodynamic approach with the aim of helping you gain insight, heal past wounds, and move towards a more authentic, fulfilling life.
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
If you find your thoughts, feelings and emotions are limiting your enjoyment to engage fully in life because of past experiences, life's demands, uncertain Covid-19 times; you may need to talk to a trained professional to enable you to get experienced psychological support I work from the viewpoint of seeing each client as unique and autonomous providing a safe, confidential, non judgemental, respectful, supportive space to explore areas of concern at your own pace. This process enables you to explore different perspectives, develop coping skill in order for you to realise your full potential and improve your quality of life.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
I currently have availability online Wednesday and Thursdays for adult therapy and supervision appointments. I am an adult, child and adolescent Psychotherapist. I have worked in a number of sectors including school settings, residential care settings, and for charitable bodies. I am passionate about working therapeutically with families, children and teens living with life challenges such as anxiety, bereavement, selective mutism, parental separation, foster and residential care, ADHD, Autism, bereavement, homelessness, amongst others.
I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, depression, relationship difficulties, or LGBTQIA+ mental health. What brings people to me varies. Sometimes, it's something specific, like intrusive thoughts or a relationship that's struggling; sometimes, it's a more general feeling that things aren't working the way they want them to. I have firsthand experience with ADHD, OCD, and anxiety, which means I understand what these things actually feel like day to day. I work in blocks of four to six sessions with a review, so we can check that the work is going in the right direction.
I work with adults who are dealing with anxiety, OCD, ADHD, autism, depression, relationship difficulties, or LGBTQIA+ mental health. What brings people to me varies. Sometimes, it's something specific, like intrusive thoughts or a relationship that's struggling; sometimes, it's a more general feeling that things aren't working the way they want them to. I have firsthand experience with ADHD, OCD, and anxiety, which means I understand what these things actually feel like day to day. I work in blocks of four to six sessions with a review, so we can check that the work is going in the right direction.
Hi, My name is Fiona and I am currently a pre-accredited Psychotherapist. I have a passion for helping people navigate their circumstances and to become empowered to grow, learn and look after their wellbeing. I aim to offer a space that is welcoming and free of judgment and provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with all clients. If you are looking for guidance on relationship issues, low mood, stress, or self esteem and more I am here to guide you
Currently accepting in person in Carlow, Ages 13 years +
Hi, My name is Fiona and I am currently a pre-accredited Psychotherapist. I have a passion for helping people navigate their circumstances and to become empowered to grow, learn and look after their wellbeing. I aim to offer a space that is welcoming and free of judgment and provides an opportunity to work collaboratively with all clients. If you are looking for guidance on relationship issues, low mood, stress, or self esteem and more I am here to guide you
Currently accepting in person in Carlow, Ages 13 years +
If you’ve found your way here, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what’s happening and find a way forward together.
With over eight years of clinical experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting many people through different challenges, helping them build strength, clarity, and a more fulfilling life.
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I studied philosophy and religions, completing a doctorate. This shapes my interest in the questions of meaning and identity.
I put strong emphasis on practical applications of therapy in life.
If you’ve found your way here, you might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. I offer a warm, non-judgmental space where we can explore what’s happening and find a way forward together.
With over eight years of clinical experience, I’ve had the privilege of supporting many people through different challenges, helping them build strength, clarity, and a more fulfilling life.
Before becoming a psychotherapist, I studied philosophy and religions, completing a doctorate. This shapes my interest in the questions of meaning and identity.
I put strong emphasis on practical applications of therapy in life.
From the outside, you look like you have it all together. Your house is in order, your career is moving, or you are managing the equally demanding role of a stay-at-home mom. You handle the schedules and the endless mental load. But inside, you feel depleted, anxious, or caught in an exhausting loop of overwhelm, overthinking, and internal pressure. Whether navigating the profound identity shift of matrescence, processing a difficult birth, or balancing parenting with burnout, please hear this: you are not failing—you are simply running on empty in a very difficult season of life.
From the outside, you look like you have it all together. Your house is in order, your career is moving, or you are managing the equally demanding role of a stay-at-home mom. You handle the schedules and the endless mental load. But inside, you feel depleted, anxious, or caught in an exhausting loop of overwhelm, overthinking, and internal pressure. Whether navigating the profound identity shift of matrescence, processing a difficult birth, or balancing parenting with burnout, please hear this: you are not failing—you are simply running on empty in a very difficult season of life.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or disconnected from themselves. Many are navigating trauma, life transitions, burnout, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, disability, neurodiversity, or questions about identity and purpose. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Together, we explore your experiences, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths and find practical, meaningful ways forward that fit your goals, values and unique way of being in the world.
I work with adults who feel overwhelmed, anxious, stuck or disconnected from themselves. Many are navigating trauma, life transitions, burnout, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, disability, neurodiversity, or questions about identity and purpose. There is no one-size-fits-all approach to therapy. Together, we explore your experiences, understand the patterns that may be keeping you stuck, build on your strengths and find practical, meaningful ways forward that fit your goals, values and unique way of being in the world.
My ideal clients are people who appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected or stuck internally. They may come to therapy because of stress, ADHD or neurodivergence, low confidence, grief, relationship strain, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties or repeating patterns they want to understand. I help by offering a calm, professional space to make sense of what is happening, identify what keeps them stuck, and build practical, realistic steps forward.
My ideal clients are people who appear to be coping on the outside but feel anxious, overwhelmed, burnt out, disconnected or stuck internally. They may come to therapy because of stress, ADHD or neurodivergence, low confidence, grief, relationship strain, trauma, emotional regulation difficulties or repeating patterns they want to understand. I help by offering a calm, professional space to make sense of what is happening, identify what keeps them stuck, and build practical, realistic steps forward.
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life? Whether you're navigating a big transition, struggling with self-doubt, or seeking deeper emotional healing, I offer a safe, collaborative space to explore, process, and reconnect with yourself.
Who I Work With:
- Expats & international clients seeking English, French or Spanish-speaking therapy
- Students and adults facing big decisions, burnout, or emotional blocks
- Spiritual seekers integrating deep personal or psychedelic experiences
- Lost souls exploring questions around their identity.
Feeling lost, overwhelmed, or at a crossroads in life? Whether you're navigating a big transition, struggling with self-doubt, or seeking deeper emotional healing, I offer a safe, collaborative space to explore, process, and reconnect with yourself.
Who I Work With:
- Expats & international clients seeking English, French or Spanish-speaking therapy
- Students and adults facing big decisions, burnout, or emotional blocks
- Spiritual seekers integrating deep personal or psychedelic experiences
- Lost souls exploring questions around their identity.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Together, we explore the challenges they are facing, strengthen emotional resilience, rebuild confidence, develop healthier coping strategies, and help them move forward with greater clarity, balance and self-understanding.
Life can sometimes feel overwhelming. I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, grief, burnout, and major life transitions. Many people come to therapy feeling emotionally exhausted, stuck, or disconnected from themselves. Together, we explore the challenges they are facing, strengthen emotional resilience, rebuild confidence, develop healthier coping strategies, and help them move forward with greater clarity, balance and self-understanding.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with thirty years experience. I provide consultations on mental health issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse, trauma, PTSD, bereavement, OCD, self-harm, psychosis, suicidality, grief, loss, anger, addiction, violence, personality disorder, work-related problems, bullying, psychosis, bipolar disorder, stress, shame and confidence issues. Trained in CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, CRM and MBT. I am recognised by VHI, Laya, Corkmarket and Irish Life for up to 50% rebates of consultation fee. Consultations available re concerns about the mental health of a family member or employee.
I am a Chartered Counselling Psychologist with thirty years experience. I provide consultations on mental health issues including depression, anxiety, panic attacks, abuse, trauma, PTSD, bereavement, OCD, self-harm, psychosis, suicidality, grief, loss, anger, addiction, violence, personality disorder, work-related problems, bullying, psychosis, bipolar disorder, stress, shame and confidence issues. Trained in CBT, Mindfulness, EMDR, CRM and MBT. I am recognised by VHI, Laya, Corkmarket and Irish Life for up to 50% rebates of consultation fee. Consultations available re concerns about the mental health of a family member or employee.
Stop feeling stuck on autopilot. Let's build habits that work.
Are you tired of the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it? Whether it’s chronic procrastination, workplace burnout, or executive dysfunction, we work together to help you move beyond 'autopilot' to regain control.
I combine psychological insight (MSc ABA) with practical, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help you rewire your daily routines. We won’t just talk about why you feel stuck; we will build a step-by-step, personalised plan to change how you live and work.
Stop feeling stuck on autopilot. Let's build habits that work.
Are you tired of the gap between knowing what to do and actually doing it? Whether it’s chronic procrastination, workplace burnout, or executive dysfunction, we work together to help you move beyond 'autopilot' to regain control.
I combine psychological insight (MSc ABA) with practical, neurodiversity-affirming strategies to help you rewire your daily routines. We won’t just talk about why you feel stuck; we will build a step-by-step, personalised plan to change how you live and work.
Samantha supports teenagers, young adults, adults and families navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, addiction, emotional dysregulation, self doubt, relationship difficulties and major life transitions. Clients often come feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to change patterns rooted in earlier experiences. Samantha helps clients make sense of what is happening, strengthen emotional regulation and build resilience, healthier relationships and a steadier sense of identity and self worth.
Samantha supports teenagers, young adults, adults and families navigating anxiety, depression, ADHD, OCD, trauma, addiction, emotional dysregulation, self doubt, relationship difficulties and major life transitions. Clients often come feeling stuck, overwhelmed or unsure how to change patterns rooted in earlier experiences. Samantha helps clients make sense of what is happening, strengthen emotional regulation and build resilience, healthier relationships and a steadier sense of identity and self worth.
Is everything getting you down? Anxiety and panic attacks taking over your life? Relationship issues becoming unbearable? Have you experienced a loss and finding it difficult to cope? Are you having health problems? I have worked with many sensitive issues in the past and can help you through this difficult time with therapy. I can guide you through and assist you to process your challenges. Establishing a better quality of life in a safe environment.
Is everything getting you down? Anxiety and panic attacks taking over your life? Relationship issues becoming unbearable? Have you experienced a loss and finding it difficult to cope? Are you having health problems? I have worked with many sensitive issues in the past and can help you through this difficult time with therapy. I can guide you through and assist you to process your challenges. Establishing a better quality of life in a safe environment.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working with adults with a variety of emotional struggles, life challenges, and mental and physical health difficulties. I have worked in Ireland and the UK. I use many therapeutic modalities to suit the needs of each individual I meet.
I use CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, DBT, attachment-focused therapies and EMDR.
All of our work will be underpinned by developing a strong therapeutic relationship while supporting you to work towards your personal values and goals.
I am a Senior Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience working with adults with a variety of emotional struggles, life challenges, and mental and physical health difficulties. I have worked in Ireland and the UK. I use many therapeutic modalities to suit the needs of each individual I meet.
I use CBT, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Compassion Focused Therapy, DBT, attachment-focused therapies and EMDR.
All of our work will be underpinned by developing a strong therapeutic relationship while supporting you to work towards your personal values and goals.
Sleep or Insomnia Counsellors
How effective is treatment for insomnia?
The most effective treatments for insomnia are behavioral techniques that reduce anxiety, including anxiety about falling asleep, and allow the body’s natural cycles to be recalibrated. The most common treatment is cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), which researchers have found to be more useful than medication, with rates of success as high as 80 percent.
Are there specific medications for sleep problems?
There are many medications, both over-the-counter and prescription that treat sleep problems. Supplements such as melatonin are popular and may help, though there is little evidence that it is more effective than a placebo. Prescription medications such as zolpidem are sometimes prescribed.
Are there natural treatments for sleep problems?
There are many natural treatments for everyday sleep problems. Reducing blue-light emitting screens, setting a regular bedtime, regular exercise, reducing caffeine and nicotine consumption, and keeping the bedroom dark and cool at night are all lifestyle changes that can help those who struggle with sleep but may not reach the level of an insomnia diagnosis.
What’s the difference between having trouble falling asleep and insomnia?
Life events, stress, and anxiety can lead to sleepless nights for everyone from time to time. To be diagnosed with insomnia, a patient must experience trouble falling asleep, trouble remaining asleep, waking up too early, or non-restorative sleep at least three nights per week for at least one month. Sleep problems affect one-third to one-half of the population, while chronic insomnia affects about 10 to 15 percent of people.