Counselling for Teens and Adolescents in Bray
Healing Trail
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
5 Endorsed
Bray, County Wicklow A98
My ideal client feels stuck in old patterns, often overwhelmed or disconnected, and ready for change. They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply. They’re reflective, curious, and seeking a safe space to feel heard without judgement. Their goals are personal—more confidence, clarity, and connection with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to live more authentically and feel more at peace in their own lives.
My ideal client feels stuck in old patterns, often overwhelmed or disconnected, and ready for change. They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply. They’re reflective, curious, and seeking a safe space to feel heard without judgement. Their goals are personal—more confidence, clarity, and connection with themselves and others. Ultimately, they want to live more authentically and feel more at peace in their own lives.
I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults.
The majority of my private work is with young people with anxiety & panic disorders, low mood and self esteem difficulties. I work in conjunction with parents to help the young person build on their own coping capacity& provide a non judgemental safe place for them to share their difficulties, working creatively when the client can't find the 'right words.'
I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults.
The majority of my private work is with young people with anxiety & panic disorders, low mood and self esteem difficulties. I work in conjunction with parents to help the young person build on their own coping capacity& provide a non judgemental safe place for them to share their difficulties, working creatively when the client can't find the 'right words.'
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.
I work from an integrative perspective grounded in person centered therapy. I adapt the therapy to the needs of the individual while respecting their views and values. I believe that most individuals can heal, grow and find resources within in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. I will work with you in exploring issues from the past and how they are affecting you in the present. I will also help you with tools and resources to help you in the day to day. I have a special interest in working with all members of the adoption triad specifically around, loss rejection and a sense of identity.
I work from an integrative perspective grounded in person centered therapy. I adapt the therapy to the needs of the individual while respecting their views and values. I believe that most individuals can heal, grow and find resources within in a supportive and non-judgemental environment. I will work with you in exploring issues from the past and how they are affecting you in the present. I will also help you with tools and resources to help you in the day to day. I have a special interest in working with all members of the adoption triad specifically around, loss rejection and a sense of identity.
I specialise in Play and Creative Arts Therapy to support children and teenagers in expressing and processing their emotions.
Hi, I’m Danielle, the founder of Nurturing Hearts Play Therapy. I’m passionate about supporting children through play, the language they know best, to help them navigate their emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Using proven approaches, I create a warm, nurturing environment where kids can safely explore their feelings, process experiences, and build resilience. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching to help caregivers better understand and support their child. I support families to strengthen bonds, foster emotional growth, and create secure, lasting connections—all through the transformative power of play.
I specialise in Play and Creative Arts Therapy to support children and teenagers in expressing and processing their emotions.
Hi, I’m Danielle, the founder of Nurturing Hearts Play Therapy. I’m passionate about supporting children through play, the language they know best, to help them navigate their emotions, behaviours, and relationships. Using proven approaches, I create a warm, nurturing environment where kids can safely explore their feelings, process experiences, and build resilience. I also work closely with parents, offering coaching to help caregivers better understand and support their child. I support families to strengthen bonds, foster emotional growth, and create secure, lasting connections—all through the transformative power of play.
I work with teenagers (13) through to adults, offering a supportive space to explore whatever's on your mind.
Are you feeling stressed or anxious, sad or depressed ? Have you suffered loss or bereavement ? Do you want to make sense of a challenging issue and abolish your self-critic and enhance your self-esteem ? Siobhan has worked with a varied range of people and presenting issues and she focuses on creating a supportive relationship for positive and constructive therapy. Drawing from a variety of theories, Siobhan integrates them to work in a way that suits each clients needs.
I work with teenagers (13) through to adults, offering a supportive space to explore whatever's on your mind.
Are you feeling stressed or anxious, sad or depressed ? Have you suffered loss or bereavement ? Do you want to make sense of a challenging issue and abolish your self-critic and enhance your self-esteem ? Siobhan has worked with a varied range of people and presenting issues and she focuses on creating a supportive relationship for positive and constructive therapy. Drawing from a variety of theories, Siobhan integrates them to work in a way that suits each clients needs.
I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up).
Central to my clinical practice is the value and significance of the therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm, respectful and reflective space allowing you to be heard, valued, and understood. I support the client to discover, self-explore, and encourage their own self-worth and true self.
I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up).
Central to my clinical practice is the value and significance of the therapeutic relationship. I provide a warm, respectful and reflective space allowing you to be heard, valued, and understood. I support the client to discover, self-explore, and encourage their own self-worth and true self.
Do you feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck repeating emotional or relationship patterns? I work with clients facing life changes, self-doubt and anxiety, among other concerns. I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what’s beneath these struggles and how past experiences shape our present life. With a background of Psychology (BA- Canada) & Psychotherapy & Counselling (MA- Ireland), I am client-led, integrative in practice with a culturally sensitive approach.
Therapy can help you build self-esteem, strengthen relationships, and feel more connected to your life. Lets discuss your goals and ways of achieving meaningful change.
Do you feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck repeating emotional or relationship patterns? I work with clients facing life changes, self-doubt and anxiety, among other concerns. I offer a warm, supportive space to explore what’s beneath these struggles and how past experiences shape our present life. With a background of Psychology (BA- Canada) & Psychotherapy & Counselling (MA- Ireland), I am client-led, integrative in practice with a culturally sensitive approach.
Therapy can help you build self-esteem, strengthen relationships, and feel more connected to your life. Lets discuss your goals and ways of achieving meaningful change.
Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.
Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021.
Annette combines a number of therapy models to meet each person's individual needs including Person Centred, CBT, Solution Focused, or Expressive Arts. On Line Therapy is available for some issues. However, there are some presenting issues which are not suitable for on line work, please check with Annette.
Do you need to communicate more effectively with your partner, teenager or others?
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .
Do you need to communicate more effectively with your partner, teenager or others?
In recent times, there has been more and more research in the field of Psychotherapy and Counselling which shows that it is not the type of therapy/counselling that is the significant factor in effectiveness but the significant influence is the relationship that occurs between Therapist and the Individual through a process openess,kind enquiry&acceptance .
I work with both adults and teenagers (12+), providing personalised care that’s tailored to your unique journey.
I offer support in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, ADHD, ASD and trauma. Whatever challenges you may be facing, I am here to walk alongside you on your path toward understanding, resilience, and well-being.
I work with both adults and teenagers (12+), providing personalised care that’s tailored to your unique journey.
I offer support in a variety of areas, including anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, ADHD, ASD and trauma. Whatever challenges you may be facing, I am here to walk alongside you on your path toward understanding, resilience, and well-being.
I offer expert online psychological advice and support to parents, as well as online therapy to adolescents and young adults aged 11 and up.
I work in a non- judgemental, collaborative way with the aim to improve quality of life. I use cognitive behavioural therapy, community and systemic perspectives, including narrative therapy. I have drawn on compassion focussed therapy and hypnotherapy principles as required.
I offer expert online psychological advice and support to parents, as well as online therapy to adolescents and young adults aged 11 and up.
I work in a non- judgemental, collaborative way with the aim to improve quality of life. I use cognitive behavioural therapy, community and systemic perspectives, including narrative therapy. I have drawn on compassion focussed therapy and hypnotherapy principles as required.
Riadhna specialises in Problematic Substance Use/ Addiction and related issues with adults, adolescents and their families.
In Private Practice, Riadhna offers general, integrative therapeutic support for anyone experiencing issues affecting their quality of life (in 1:1, family and group settings) using Reality Therapy (RT) and Person Centred Counselling (PCC) as her primary therapeutic models. Riadhna supports clients with varying issues and needs.
Riadhna specialises in Problematic Substance Use/ Addiction and related issues with adults, adolescents and their families.
In Private Practice, Riadhna offers general, integrative therapeutic support for anyone experiencing issues affecting their quality of life (in 1:1, family and group settings) using Reality Therapy (RT) and Person Centred Counselling (PCC) as her primary therapeutic models. Riadhna supports clients with varying issues and needs.
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Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck or “not themselves” , often with stress, anxiety, low mood, burnout, or a big life transition (work, relationships, identity, direction). They may be caught in overthinking, people-pleasing or self-doubt, and want a calmer head, clearer choices, and steady momentum again. They’re looking for supportive, practical help to shift unhelpful patterns, reconnect with strengths and values, and build resilience, so they feel grounded, motivated, and more in control day-to-day. Many prefer a less formal setting and are open to walk-and-talk sessions in nature, or phone/Zoom when needed.
Many of the people I work with feel overwhelmed, stuck or “not themselves” , often with stress, anxiety, low mood, burnout, or a big life transition (work, relationships, identity, direction). They may be caught in overthinking, people-pleasing or self-doubt, and want a calmer head, clearer choices, and steady momentum again. They’re looking for supportive, practical help to shift unhelpful patterns, reconnect with strengths and values, and build resilience, so they feel grounded, motivated, and more in control day-to-day. Many prefer a less formal setting and are open to walk-and-talk sessions in nature, or phone/Zoom when needed.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s troubling you—at your own pace, in your own time.
My work focuses on the most important relationship you have: the one with yourself. I hold a strong belief that you have the answer to your suffering. The answer lies in your story.- You are not your story-Together we can make sense of your behaviour, feelings thoughts and emotions including what's happened to and for you. Gently, we’ll explore what may lie hidden in the unconscious—what gets triggered, what you dare not say, what patterns are holding you back and what new awareness needs to emerge.
I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space where you can explore what’s troubling you—at your own pace, in your own time.
My work focuses on the most important relationship you have: the one with yourself. I hold a strong belief that you have the answer to your suffering. The answer lies in your story.- You are not your story-Together we can make sense of your behaviour, feelings thoughts and emotions including what's happened to and for you. Gently, we’ll explore what may lie hidden in the unconscious—what gets triggered, what you dare not say, what patterns are holding you back and what new awareness needs to emerge.
I am a Systemic Psychotherapist, working from my peaceful home in the Wicklow country side, where I offer a calm and welcoming space for individuals, couples, families and adolescents. My work is grounded in relationships and how we connect, communicate and make sense of our experiences.
I also offer walking therapy for those who feel more at ease in nature. Being outside can bring a different kind of clarity and calm and often the act of walking side by side can allow thoughts to flow more freely.
My aim is always to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood and gently supported towards change.
I am a Systemic Psychotherapist, working from my peaceful home in the Wicklow country side, where I offer a calm and welcoming space for individuals, couples, families and adolescents. My work is grounded in relationships and how we connect, communicate and make sense of our experiences.
I also offer walking therapy for those who feel more at ease in nature. Being outside can bring a different kind of clarity and calm and often the act of walking side by side can allow thoughts to flow more freely.
My aim is always to create a safe, supportive space where you can feel heard, understood and gently supported towards change.
I specialise in helping adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem, personal growth, and issues related to sexuality.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, unsure of how to move forward. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, gain clarity, and build resilience. Whether struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or personal growth, clients want to feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. I work collaboratively to help clients develop insight, confidence, and the tools they need to create lasting, positive change.
I specialise in helping adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, stress, relationship challenges, self-esteem, personal growth, and issues related to sexuality.
Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck, unsure of how to move forward. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive space where clients can explore their thoughts and emotions, gain clarity, and build resilience. Whether struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or personal growth, clients want to feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in their lives. I work collaboratively to help clients develop insight, confidence, and the tools they need to create lasting, positive change.
I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
I also work with neurodiverse youth and with teens, and adults struggling with self-image, mood swings, and various behavioural and personality issues.
Hi, my name is Teodora! Ever since a young age, I was very passionate about understanding human behaviour. If you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, maintaining relationships, or if you just feel the need to open up, I am here for you.
My practical and theoretical education consists of various psychological and psychotherapeutic schools, including psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, and humanistic, and therefore, my approach will be based on your needs and preferences.
My experience stems from working with the child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) and the child and family agency (TUSLA).
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
My experience stems from working with the child and adolescent mental health services (CAMHS) and the child and family agency (TUSLA).
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults. I offer a safe, supportive space where young clients can express themselves through play and creativity. Together, we explore feelings and challenges, fostering growth, resilience, and emotional wellbeing at their own pace & on their own terms.
My name is Patricia Joyce Helowicz, I am an accredited therapist working in Athgarvan Therapy Room - an independent psychotherapy practice that offers developmentally appropriate support to children, teenagers, and parents.
I provide humanistic, creative psychotherapy and play therapy tailored to children, adolescents, and young adults. I offer a safe, supportive space where young clients can express themselves through play and creativity. Together, we explore feelings and challenges, fostering growth, resilience, and emotional wellbeing at their own pace & on their own terms.
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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.