Substance Use Counselling in Bray
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. 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. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
Many people come to therapy with symptoms that feel confusing or difficult to explain. 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. You might feel overwhelmed or unsure why these reactions keep showing up. Often, these struggles have roots in earlier experiences or protective ways you learned to cope. Therapy offers space to understand what’s beneath the symptoms, to feel less alone with what you’re carrying, and to move toward real and lasting change.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Hi, I’m Maria. I am a qualified and an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up). I am an Integrative Counsellor who is firmly rooted in a Person-Centred approach. I utilise different therapies within the process that could be of value to each client, including Mindfulness and CBT techniques. I approach therapy in a person-centred way to each client, allowing you to move at your own pace and make your own decisions, whilst providing a safe, non-judgemental environment for the you to do so.
Hi, I’m Maria. I am a qualified and an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up). I am an Integrative Counsellor who is firmly rooted in a Person-Centred approach. I utilise different therapies within the process that could be of value to each client, including Mindfulness and CBT techniques. I approach therapy in a person-centred way to each client, allowing you to move at your own pace and make your own decisions, whilst providing a safe, non-judgemental environment for the you to do so.
We provide Adult and Adolescent ADHD assessments, and a range of other developmental and psychological assessments, as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer an initial consultation as a calm and reassuring first step. Many people find this meeting brings a genuine sense of relief, as it offers a warm space to share concerns, ask questions, and begin exploring what the most helpful path forward might be.
We provide Adult and Adolescent ADHD assessments, and a range of other developmental and psychological assessments, as well as ongoing therapeutic support. We understand that reaching out for help—for yourself, your teen, or your family—can feel overwhelming. That’s why we offer an initial consultation as a calm and reassuring first step. Many people find this meeting brings a genuine sense of relief, as it offers a warm space to share concerns, ask questions, and begin exploring what the most helpful path forward might be.
I am an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years’ clinical experience working with adults. I offer online psychotherapy across Ireland, alongside in-person sessions.
My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), delivered in a structured, collaborative and evidence-based way. I support clients in understanding and changing the thinking patterns, behaviours, and emotional responses that maintain psychological distress.
I am an accredited psychotherapist with over 20 years’ clinical experience working with adults. I offer online psychotherapy across Ireland, alongside in-person sessions.
My work is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), delivered in a structured, collaborative and evidence-based way. I support clients in understanding and changing the thinking patterns, behaviours, and emotional responses that maintain psychological distress.
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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Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to handle life's challenges, or finding it hard to connect with others or even yourself? These feelings can be isolating, but you don’t have to face them on your own. My approach is compassionate and grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can express yourself freely. Together, we’ll work to explore what’s weighing on you, moving at a pace that respects your comfort and needs.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, struggling to handle life's challenges, or finding it hard to connect with others or even yourself? These feelings can be isolating, but you don’t have to face them on your own. My approach is compassionate and grounded in creating a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can express yourself freely. Together, we’ll work to explore what’s weighing on you, moving at a pace that respects your comfort and needs.
As a queer, nonbinary trans woman, I hold my community very dearly, and it is a privilege to be able to support members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Engaging in work within community can be deeply profound and healing.
As a queer, nonbinary trans woman, I hold my community very dearly, and it is a privilege to be able to support members of the LGBTQIA+ community. Engaging in work within community can be deeply profound and healing.
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.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
“Overactive” busy minds have difficulty slowing down. I see it everyday. Having genes for a mental illness does not guarantee having one. Exposure to traumas is also needed to cause a disturbance in transmitters and hormones in the body. I help a person when they are looking for help in reducing psychiatric medications or before taking them. My experience involves helping a person process their traumas to heal them emotionally. In Walsh protocol , food supplements are prescribed instead of psychotropic medications that participate in hormonal and neurotransmitter metabolism. I can speak English, Hindi/ Urdu and Punjabi.
Life can feel like it’s moving too fast, leaving you seeking space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You may be experiencing anxiety, loss, self-doubt, or overwhelm and want to understand why you feel stuck. Sometimes having a dedicated space for yourself once a week is all you need to build self-awareness, confidence, and balance, helping you live with greater ease, clarity, and purpose.
Life can feel like it’s moving too fast, leaving you seeking space to breathe, reflect, and reconnect with yourself. You may be experiencing anxiety, loss, self-doubt, or overwhelm and want to understand why you feel stuck. Sometimes having a dedicated space for yourself once a week is all you need to build self-awareness, confidence, and balance, helping you live with greater ease, clarity, and purpose.
I provide a supportive space for individuals to navigate emotional and psychological challenges, with a focus on uncovering the deeper forces driving their thoughts and behaviours. In my therapeutic practice, I emphasise personal development and conscious living, helping clients move towards greater clarity, emotional freedom, and fulfilment.
I provide a supportive space for individuals to navigate emotional and psychological challenges, with a focus on uncovering the deeper forces driving their thoughts and behaviours. In my therapeutic practice, I emphasise personal development and conscious living, helping clients move towards greater clarity, emotional freedom, and fulfilment.
I offer psychotherapy in a safe, confidential space to explore issues affecting daily life. I hold a BA Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Postgrad in Loss and Bereavement, and a Professional Cert in Women and Substance Use. I work with adults, including older clients facing grief, illness, or life changes. My approach is warm and non‑judgemental. Online or in person. Evening and Saturday sessions. Call 0851794816.
I offer psychotherapy in a safe, confidential space to explore issues affecting daily life. I hold a BA Hons in Counselling and Psychotherapy, a Postgrad in Loss and Bereavement, and a Professional Cert in Women and Substance Use. I work with adults, including older clients facing grief, illness, or life changes. My approach is warm and non‑judgemental. Online or in person. Evening and Saturday sessions. Call 0851794816.
Hi i'm Sarah. I am a pre accredited psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and couples in Wicklow Town and in the Wellness Rooms Dublin 18. I am an integrative therapist and work from a person centre approach when working with my clients. I meet people where they are in life offer a safe space to talk about their worries and difficulties they are currently facing. My aim is to offer a safe therapeutic space where we will work together and you will be listened to and supported.
Hi i'm Sarah. I am a pre accredited psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and couples in Wicklow Town and in the Wellness Rooms Dublin 18. I am an integrative therapist and work from a person centre approach when working with my clients. I meet people where they are in life offer a safe space to talk about their worries and difficulties they are currently facing. My aim is to offer a safe therapeutic space where we will work together and you will be listened to and supported.
Contact Via WhatsApp/Email. My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction. In both our relationships with self and others, most long to experience love, belonging & growth. In relationships and in hardships, I see infinite potential for transformation and evolution: through the stuck places, the old patterns, the failed attempts to connect or feel safe. Underneath, the true you is waiting to be heard through the surface ‘symptoms’. If you can recognise where you’re at, you’re halfway there — and rather than just treating the symptoms, together we listen to what’s underneath, and help you to get free from the root.
Contact Via WhatsApp/Email. My focuses are relationships, eating disorders, & addiction. In both our relationships with self and others, most long to experience love, belonging & growth. In relationships and in hardships, I see infinite potential for transformation and evolution: through the stuck places, the old patterns, the failed attempts to connect or feel safe. Underneath, the true you is waiting to be heard through the surface ‘symptoms’. If you can recognise where you’re at, you’re halfway there — and rather than just treating the symptoms, together we listen to what’s underneath, and help you to get free from the root.
I am a person centered therapist which means that I tailor my approach to suit your needs specifically. Every one needs something different and determining what this is something that I do together with all of my clients. I have quite a lot of experience working with anxiety; addiction; low self esteem and use elements of CBT in my practice.
I am a person centered therapist which means that I tailor my approach to suit your needs specifically. Every one needs something different and determining what this is something that I do together with all of my clients. I have quite a lot of experience working with anxiety; addiction; low self esteem and use elements of CBT in my practice.
Hi, I am David Gahan, a fully accredited and licensed psychotherapist ( Fully accredited with IACP and BACP ) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals in achieving lasting psychological well-being and personal growth. My work is grounded in empathy and informed by evidence-based therapeutic approaches, allowing me to offer practical, effective support tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals.
Hi, I am David Gahan, a fully accredited and licensed psychotherapist ( Fully accredited with IACP and BACP ) with over a decade of experience supporting individuals in achieving lasting psychological well-being and personal growth. My work is grounded in empathy and informed by evidence-based therapeutic approaches, allowing me to offer practical, effective support tailored to each client’s unique circumstances and goals.
I take a humanistic view of counselling and wellness. I believe each person has the innate capacity to heal and craft a life of meaning and fulfillment; however, this potential can sometimes be hindered—by open wounds from the past, fears about the future, or a sense of being stuck in an unfulfilling present.
While diagnostic language can be useful and sometimes necessary, I approach human suffering through a non-pathologizing lens. Rather than reducing people to symptoms or labels, I offer a collaborative, client-centered approach—one that honours your individuality and emphasizes authentic connection, curiosity, and care.
I take a humanistic view of counselling and wellness. I believe each person has the innate capacity to heal and craft a life of meaning and fulfillment; however, this potential can sometimes be hindered—by open wounds from the past, fears about the future, or a sense of being stuck in an unfulfilling present.
While diagnostic language can be useful and sometimes necessary, I approach human suffering through a non-pathologizing lens. Rather than reducing people to symptoms or labels, I offer a collaborative, client-centered approach—one that honours your individuality and emphasizes authentic connection, curiosity, and care.
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.
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How do substance and drug recovery or rehabilitation programs work?
In inpatient programs, individuals live in a facility with other clients in recovery; in outpatient programs, individuals reside at home. These facilities are staffed with healthcare professionals including physicians, nurses, psychologists, counsellors, and psychotherapists. Staff often also includes people who have recovered themselves, serving as mentors and guides. These programs may use abstinence, harm reduction, detoxification, psychotherapy, and other methods.
How do 12-step programs combined with psychotherapy work?
Members of 12-step programs help each other reach abstinence and work to maintain it. These programs promote complete change in the individual’s emotional, mental, physical, and even spiritual perspectives. Some programs require that new members attend 90 meetings in 90 days. Many people do attend these programs in conjunction with their work in psychotherapy; the combination of therapy along with 12-step can be extremely effective.
How does harm reduction combined with psychotherapy work?
According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, harm reduction prevents death, injury, disease, overdose, and substance misuse. People who choose harm reduction for substance use reduce the amount of drugs they consume. It is not abstinence-based like a 12-step program, but combining harm reduction with psychotherapy proves to be effective for many people.
Are there specific medications for substance and drug use?
There are medications approved to treat substance use disorder—such as buprenorphine, methadone, naltrexone, and acamprosate. These medications do help people cope with substance use as well as avoid the problem of relapse. Naltrexone can help reduce cravings, methadone is an opioid medication used to treat severe pain, and acamprosate may help ease symptoms like poor sleep and anxious feelings.