Relationship Issues Counselling in Bray
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
I am originally from the States but have lived in Dublin, Ireland, with my husband and three children for many years. I am a Counselling Psychologist and work with clients to explore their behaviour patterns, heal from past traumas and learn to manage their inner critic in a safe, accepting space. I have experience working with clients who need support to heal and recover from depression, anxiety, trauma, family issues, disordered eating and grief. I'm passionate about helping clients learn tools and techniques to develop a happy and healthy sense of self.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal.
I help clients to heal from past or present pain and I take them on a healing journey which is such a beautiful gift that a client can give themselves. In these sessions I use CBT, person - centred/humanistic integrative approach and I like to incorporate somatic, mindfulness, EFT within these sessions to connect deep within our bodies to help clients heal.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal.
I help clients to heal from past or present pain and I take them on a healing journey which is such a beautiful gift that a client can give themselves. In these sessions I use CBT, person - centred/humanistic integrative approach and I like to incorporate somatic, mindfulness, EFT within these sessions to connect deep within our bodies to help clients heal.
Whether you're navigating the complexities of relationships or facing personal challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma, I'm here to provide a supportive environment and expert guidance for both individuals and couples to explore and understand their issues more deeply.
For couples, I offer guidance on effective communication and conflict management, aiming to rekindle love and build a future together filled with shared meaning and purpose. For individuals, I create a space for you to delve into the roots of your challenges, offering understanding and expert guidance for healing and personal development.
Whether you're navigating the complexities of relationships or facing personal challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma, I'm here to provide a supportive environment and expert guidance for both individuals and couples to explore and understand their issues more deeply.
For couples, I offer guidance on effective communication and conflict management, aiming to rekindle love and build a future together filled with shared meaning and purpose. For individuals, I create a space for you to delve into the roots of your challenges, offering understanding and expert guidance for healing and personal development.
Annette creates a collaborative supportive relationship with the family when working with children and adolescents.
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 creates a collaborative supportive relationship with the family when working with children and adolescents.
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 feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck repeating emotional or relationship patterns?
My approaches are based on your unique needs and goals (e.g. Client-centered, Mindfulness, CBT, Attachment, Family Systems, and more).
Speciality: Anxiety/Stress; Interpersonal Communication; Relationship & Familial issues; Parenting & Carers; Women’s issues; Identity & Self-rediscovery.
Bilingual sessions are available (English, Farsi).
Do you feel anxious, disconnected, or stuck repeating emotional or relationship patterns?
My approaches are based on your unique needs and goals (e.g. Client-centered, Mindfulness, CBT, Attachment, Family Systems, and more).
Speciality: Anxiety/Stress; Interpersonal Communication; Relationship & Familial issues; Parenting & Carers; Women’s issues; Identity & Self-rediscovery.
Bilingual sessions are available (English, Farsi).
I'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC.
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'm Fully validated by the Irish Association of Relationship Mentors ( IARM ) and accredited by the School of Applied Psychology UCC.
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 also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
I offer a safe non-judgemental space where you can explore whats coming weekly to monitor progression. With CBT and solution focused therapy we look at thoughts and assumptions and anchoring what works. Psychotherapy questions the why and I also work with trauma and pts and healthy regulation of the central nervous system.
I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety, overwhelm, low mood, loss, bereavement, trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
I offer a safe non-judgemental space where you can explore whats coming weekly to monitor progression. With CBT and solution focused therapy we look at thoughts and assumptions and anchoring what works. Psychotherapy questions the why and I also work with trauma and pts and healthy regulation of the central nervous system.
I really believe in the power of therapy as a way to evoke meaningful change; whether its from ongoing struggles, self -limiting beliefs, harmful behaviours or painful cycles in relationships.
I am a fully qualified integrative psychotherapist meaning, I work using different modalities to suit the needs of each client. Every person has a unique story which shapes them and therapy can be a safe and trusting environment to explore the self. With compassion focused tools and understanding of attachment I work collaboratively with each client.
I really believe in the power of therapy as a way to evoke meaningful change; whether its from ongoing struggles, self -limiting beliefs, harmful behaviours or painful cycles in relationships.
I am a fully qualified integrative psychotherapist meaning, I work using different modalities to suit the needs of each client. Every person has a unique story which shapes them and therapy can be a safe and trusting environment to explore the self. With compassion focused tools and understanding of attachment I work collaboratively with each client.
I have worked with and supported people who are experiencing anxiety; family challenges; difficulties with their parents; relationship difficulties; feeling lost and disconnected; abuse; attachment difficulties; parenting challenges; low self-esteem; self-criticism; stress; trauma; adult children of alcoholics; grief and loss; and life transitions.
I love supporting people on their journey to better understand themselves and the root of their present difficulties; helping them discover who they are beyond who they have learned to be through their life experiences and environment. It can feel a bit daunting or even scary starting or resuming therapy so I focus on creating a space that is warm and safe, to help you feel more comfortable figuring out what's troubling you and unpacking your feelings, thoughts and experiences.
I have worked with and supported people who are experiencing anxiety; family challenges; difficulties with their parents; relationship difficulties; feeling lost and disconnected; abuse; attachment difficulties; parenting challenges; low self-esteem; self-criticism; stress; trauma; adult children of alcoholics; grief and loss; and life transitions.
I love supporting people on their journey to better understand themselves and the root of their present difficulties; helping them discover who they are beyond who they have learned to be through their life experiences and environment. It can feel a bit daunting or even scary starting or resuming therapy so I focus on creating a space that is warm and safe, to help you feel more comfortable figuring out what's troubling you and unpacking your feelings, thoughts and experiences.
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred, relational and attachment theory.
Therapy may be helpful if you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, confused, or if you are finding parts of life difficult to manage. I have experience supporting people through a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, issues of self-esteem, work-related issues and life transitions.
I am a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist, drawing on a range of therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), person-centred, relational and attachment theory.
Therapy may be helpful if you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, confused, or if you are finding parts of life difficult to manage. I have experience supporting people through a wide range of difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, stress, issues of self-esteem, work-related issues and life transitions.
I have further training in CBT, perinatal mental health, and couples therapy.
My style is warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself—somewhere you can explore, reflect, and begin to make sense of your experiences at your own pace.
I have further training in CBT, perinatal mental health, and couples therapy.
My style is warm, compassionate, and down-to-earth. I aim to create a space where you feel comfortable being yourself—somewhere you can explore, reflect, and begin to make sense of your experiences at your own pace.
You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift.
I am a fully qualified integrative psychotherapist. My approach is relational, somatic, trauma informed, and draws on a range of psychotherapeutic perspectives. I help adults explore what lies beneath their symptoms and work together to understand these experiences with curiosity and compassion.
You may be experiencing anxiety, low mood, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, panic, or find yourself caught in repeating patterns that you can’t seem to shift.
I am a fully qualified integrative psychotherapist. My approach is relational, somatic, trauma informed, and draws on a range of psychotherapeutic perspectives. I help adults explore what lies beneath their symptoms and work together to understand these experiences with curiosity and compassion.
Currently availability online Wednesday and Thursday lunchtime 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.
Currently availability online Wednesday and Thursday lunchtime 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.
Healing Trail
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
5 Endorsed
Bray, County Wicklow A98
They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply.
I help clients explore patterns in relationships, boundaries, and self-worth. Through a grounded, compassionate approach, I offer in-person, online, and walk-and-talk therapy. Together, we build self-trust, gain clarity, and support lasting change so you can feel more confident and connected in your life.
They may struggle with boundaries, anxiety, or relationships, and want to understand themselves more deeply.
I help clients explore patterns in relationships, boundaries, and self-worth. Through a grounded, compassionate approach, I offer in-person, online, and walk-and-talk therapy. Together, we build self-trust, gain clarity, and support lasting change so you can feel more confident and connected in your life.
This includes but is not limited to, stress and anxiety, loneliness, family dynamics, relationship difficulties, bullying, parent-child relationship problems, gender identity, depression, life transitions, trauma, sexual and emotional abuse, assault, communication problems, families impacted by alcohol use or anyone who has lost their way.
I am committed to supporting individuals in navigating the challenges that life brings us. Through my own experience in therapy, I understand the challenges associated with reaching out for help. I am dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals feel comfortable and at ease, reassuring them that therapy is not limited to serious discussions alone.
This includes but is not limited to, stress and anxiety, loneliness, family dynamics, relationship difficulties, bullying, parent-child relationship problems, gender identity, depression, life transitions, trauma, sexual and emotional abuse, assault, communication problems, families impacted by alcohol use or anyone who has lost their way.
I am committed to supporting individuals in navigating the challenges that life brings us. Through my own experience in therapy, I understand the challenges associated with reaching out for help. I am dedicated to fostering an environment where individuals feel comfortable and at ease, reassuring them that therapy is not limited to serious discussions alone.
I am a fully accredited counsellor and psychotherapist (Registered member IACP). I provide a warm and non-judgemental safe space for you to feel heard and understood. I can help you look at challenges you are facing and unpack what's going on.
I am a fully accredited counsellor and psychotherapist (Registered member IACP). I provide a warm and non-judgemental safe space for you to feel heard and understood. I can help you look at challenges you are facing and unpack what's going on.
I am a dedicated, accredited psychotherapist with a degree in Social Science from UCD and a 1st Class Honours degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling from PCI College, accredited by Middlesex University. I like to use an integrative humanistic approach, tailoring the therapy to individual clients. I have worked with diverse issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems, providing an empathic, non-judgemental and warm space for clients.
I am a dedicated, accredited psychotherapist with a degree in Social Science from UCD and a 1st Class Honours degree in Psychotherapy and Counselling from PCI College, accredited by Middlesex University. I like to use an integrative humanistic approach, tailoring the therapy to individual clients. I have worked with diverse issues, including grief, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship problems, providing an empathic, non-judgemental and warm space for clients.
We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming.
Whether assessment or psychotherapy is the right next step, we focus on understanding the full picture—not just symptoms, but how daily life, family dynamics and emotional experiences are being shaped by current challenges. Our goal is to walk with you through this process—helping you feel informed, supported and empowered.
We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming.
Whether assessment or psychotherapy is the right next step, we focus on understanding the full picture—not just symptoms, but how daily life, family dynamics and emotional experiences are being shaped by current challenges. Our goal is to walk with you through this process—helping you feel informed, supported and empowered.
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
Regardless of your identity, cultural background, or circumstances, I believe we all are entitled to make our own choices. We all have the power to choose whether to live on autopilot, fear, be a victim of our circumstance, or choose to stop reacting to our surroundings and determine how we respond to our own life.
I have completed additional training in Couples Therapy, Family Therapy, CBT for Menopausal Symptoms, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training (ASIST), 'Lets Talk About Suicide', Logotherapy and Existential Analysis, and Death Doula.
Regardless of your identity, cultural background, or circumstances, I believe we all are entitled to make our own choices. We all have the power to choose whether to live on autopilot, fear, be a victim of our circumstance, or choose to stop reacting to our surroundings and determine how we respond to our own life.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
Suffering from Stress, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, feeling overwhelmed, contact me, I offer sessions to help you manage your well-being. I offer a range of services, from CBT to longer term psychotherapy work, dependant on the clients requirements. I can help you make sense of what happens and has happened in your life by reflecting on experiences of the past and coming to understand how they affect the present, the person you are today. Therapy allows a client to talk about personal problems and feelings in a confidential, trustworthy, and safe environment. Contact me today to make an appointment.
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What types of relationship issues can therapists help with?
Therapists who specialise in relationships work with individuals, couples, and families on a wide range of issues. Common concerns include communication problems, infidelity, intimacy difficulties, and navigating major life transitions such as marriage, parenthood, or caregiving. Family therapists may also address parent–child conflict, sibling rivalry, or other complex family dynamics.
What are the different types of therapy for relationship issues?
Relationship issues can be addressed through different types of therapy depending on whether you’re seeking help as an individual, couple, or family. In individual therapy, the focus is often on helping an individual understand how their own patterns, attachment style, and past experiences may be shaping their current relationships. Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), attachment therapy, and Interpersonal Therapy (IPT) are three common forms of individual treatment that can help individuals understand their current relationship dynamics and improve their relationship quality. Couples therapy often uses other forms of evidence-based treatment, such as Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) or the Gottman Method. Rather than focusing on the individual, these approaches focus on improving communication, rebuilding trust, and strengthening emotional bonds between individuals in a relationship. Similarly, family therapy often focuses on communication but also examines how larger-scale dynamics—such as how parenting styles, generational differences, or sibling roles—may shape family relationships.
What actually happens in a therapy session for relationship issues?
The structure of a session depends on whether therapy involves one person or multiple people. In individual sessions, the focus may be on exploring personal patterns, role-playing difficult conversations, practicing listening skills, or setting goals for handling conflict. In couples or family sessions, each person is encouraged to share their perspective while the therapist helps uncover underlying emotions, highlight unhelpful interaction patterns, and guide more constructive communication.
How can I find an effective relationship therapist?
Finding a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, either for individual, couples, or family therapy, is critical to ensure effective therapy. Psychology Today’s online directory makes it easy to search for therapists who specialise in relationship issues, as well as related topics like marriage counselling. The platform offers filters to help you find a provider who fits your needs, such as gender, location, and fees. While the Psychology Today directory also offers the ability to filter by insurance type, it’s important to note that insurance may not cover many types of relationship therapy, such as couples counselling, so it’s important to inquire with your insurance plan about specific coverage details if intending to use insurance for therapy.