Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counselling in Wicklow
Perhaps you find yourself stressed, anxious, struggling with a relationship, facing a difficult life transition or you are ready to understand yourself or your past better. You recognize the importance of mental and emotional well-being and feel ready to commit to engaging in the therapeutic process. You understand its not an overnight fix but you're looking for insight, guidance, emotional support and ways to cope.
Perhaps you find yourself stressed, anxious, struggling with a relationship, facing a difficult life transition or you are ready to understand yourself or your past better. You recognize the importance of mental and emotional well-being and feel ready to commit to engaging in the therapeutic process. You understand its not an overnight fix but you're looking for insight, guidance, emotional support and ways to cope.
You're tired of keeping it together. Maybe it's burnout, self-acceptance, navigating who you are, or maybe living with HIV while everyone assumes you're fine.
Maybe you've never spoken to a therapist before. Maybe you're LGBTQIA+ wanting space that already gets it. Maybe it's workplace exhaustion or boundaries that keep getting crossed. Whatever it is, you're welcome.
I specialise in burnout, boundaries, self-acceptance, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, HIV support and the maybe's,real-world, not just theory. Person-centred, integrative, I follow your lead.
You don't need it figured out first. Free 15-minute consultation, no pressure.
You're tired of keeping it together. Maybe it's burnout, self-acceptance, navigating who you are, or maybe living with HIV while everyone assumes you're fine.
Maybe you've never spoken to a therapist before. Maybe you're LGBTQIA+ wanting space that already gets it. Maybe it's workplace exhaustion or boundaries that keep getting crossed. Whatever it is, you're welcome.
I specialise in burnout, boundaries, self-acceptance, LGBTQIA+ affirming therapy, HIV support and the maybe's,real-world, not just theory. Person-centred, integrative, I follow your lead.
You don't need it figured out first. Free 15-minute consultation, no pressure.
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 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.
As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
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.
As an integrative therapist, I holistically blend a number of modalities tailored to each client, with experience in somatic work, sexual therapy, IFS, ACT, and mindfulness-based therapy.
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.
Gabriela is a Multilingual MIACP accredited Psychotherapist and Logotherapist. Her practice is rooted in Multicultural Humility, combining Clinical Precision with the depth of Existential and Psychoanalytic Thought to honor the intersecting identities of her clients. Gabriela’s perspective on the human condition was forged at the intersection of high-touch human vulnerability in Romanian orphanages and high-tech medical intervention in Irish hospitals. This transition to the "Soul-Work" of psychotherapy was a natural evolution. She believes while Medicine can heal the Body, the Human Spirit must navigate the Search for Meaning.
Gabriela is a Multilingual MIACP accredited Psychotherapist and Logotherapist. Her practice is rooted in Multicultural Humility, combining Clinical Precision with the depth of Existential and Psychoanalytic Thought to honor the intersecting identities of her clients. Gabriela’s perspective on the human condition was forged at the intersection of high-touch human vulnerability in Romanian orphanages and high-tech medical intervention in Irish hospitals. This transition to the "Soul-Work" of psychotherapy was a natural evolution. She believes while Medicine can heal the Body, the Human Spirit must navigate the Search for Meaning.
I have a client-centered, holistic approach, combining Humanistic Psychology, creative therapy, and PEAT (a powerful form of IFS that integrates the Shadow to find peace with all parts of yourself).
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 have a client-centered, holistic approach, combining Humanistic Psychology, creative therapy, and PEAT (a powerful form of IFS that integrates the Shadow to find peace with all parts of yourself).
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.
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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 work on a one to one basis with adult clients experiencing a range of difficulties including depression, grief, trauma, low mood, various types of anxiety, P.T.S.D. and C.P.T.S.D., low self-esteem, relationship and employment difficulties. I work from an integrative perspective drawing on Psycho-dynamics, Attachment Theory, Trauma informed therapies, Gestalt, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I have extensive experience working with people with disabilities and mental health diagnosis including BPD/EUPD, Schizophrenia etc.
I work on a one to one basis with adult clients experiencing a range of difficulties including depression, grief, trauma, low mood, various types of anxiety, P.T.S.D. and C.P.T.S.D., low self-esteem, relationship and employment difficulties. I work from an integrative perspective drawing on Psycho-dynamics, Attachment Theory, Trauma informed therapies, Gestalt, Humanistic and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy.
I have extensive experience working with people with disabilities and mental health diagnosis including BPD/EUPD, Schizophrenia etc.
I work with young adults and adults who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-esteem difficulties, identity concerns, and the longer-term impact of early life experiences. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, particularly during periods of transition such as early adulthood, relationship changes, or becoming a parent.
I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where we can explore what feels difficult at a pace that feels manageable for you.
I work with young adults and adults who are experiencing anxiety, low mood, self-esteem difficulties, identity concerns, and the longer-term impact of early life experiences. Many people come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that no longer serve them, particularly during periods of transition such as early adulthood, relationship changes, or becoming a parent.
I offer a warm, confidential, and non-judgemental space where we can explore what feels difficult at a pace that feels manageable for you.
I am an experienced addiction and general integrative psychotherapist. I work primarily through IFS therapy which is particularly effective when working with addiction, anxiety, depression and trauma.
I currently have some online availability. Please reach out if you have any further questions.
I am an experienced addiction and general integrative psychotherapist. I work primarily through IFS therapy which is particularly effective when working with addiction, anxiety, depression and trauma.
I currently have some online availability. Please reach out if you have any further questions.
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. My approach to therapy is from a contemporary, integrative and compassion-focused perspective. The therapeutic relationship between client and therapist can help facilitate personal growth, the healing of wounds and acceptance of self. Its my aim to help you feel safe to creatively explore options, find out what you may need, and give you support during challenging times.
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. My approach to therapy is from a contemporary, integrative and compassion-focused perspective. The therapeutic relationship between client and therapist can help facilitate personal growth, the healing of wounds and acceptance of self. Its my aim to help you feel safe to creatively explore options, find out what you may need, and give you support during challenging times.
I specialise in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), helping you explore your current difficulties (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression) within the context of unexpected significant life changes/events, attachment and relationship issues, trauma, and loss. By sharing psychological understanding, connecting past experiences to present difficulties, I can support you to work through and process your thoughts and feelings, identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of behaviour and coping.
I specialise in Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT) and Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), helping you explore your current difficulties (e.g., stress, anxiety, depression) within the context of unexpected significant life changes/events, attachment and relationship issues, trauma, and loss. By sharing psychological understanding, connecting past experiences to present difficulties, I can support you to work through and process your thoughts and feelings, identifying and changing unhelpful patterns of behaviour and coping.
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 like to meet potential clients face-to-face at the beginning to have an exploratory chat and to see if they would like working with me. If so, I'm interested in listening and to really understand what challenges they are encountering. I love working with people to assist them along their life’s journey, whether it is managing their issues or finding greater purpose and meaning. I use my life experiences and my intuition to see what works best for them.
I like to meet potential clients face-to-face at the beginning to have an exploratory chat and to see if they would like working with me. If so, I'm interested in listening and to really understand what challenges they are encountering. I love working with people to assist them along their life’s journey, whether it is managing their issues or finding greater purpose and meaning. I use my life experiences and my intuition to see what works best for them.
Relationships are under more strain than ever these days, and family dynamics have been stretched and tested. It’s more important now to dig for deeper meaning and more clarity about how to navigate in a world with so much trouble and trauma. We're searching to find purpose and a sense of belonging. What are your deepest, truest values? What do you long for? Together we can discover your roadmap. I help people of all ages to build a sustainable inner foundation and to make a life that reflects their most important values and qualities.o Together we can create the best possible life for you. Let’s get real, but not forget to laugh!
Relationships are under more strain than ever these days, and family dynamics have been stretched and tested. It’s more important now to dig for deeper meaning and more clarity about how to navigate in a world with so much trouble and trauma. We're searching to find purpose and a sense of belonging. What are your deepest, truest values? What do you long for? Together we can discover your roadmap. I help people of all ages to build a sustainable inner foundation and to make a life that reflects their most important values and qualities.o Together we can create the best possible life for you. Let’s get real, but not forget to laugh!
Clients often come to my practice when their usual coping strategies are no longer working. They may be experiencing persistent anxiety, low mood, irritability, sleep difficulties, or a sense of being constantly “on edge.” Others arrive feeling lost, unsure of who they are anymore, or struggling with confidence and self-worth. Some are dealing with the emotional toll of supporting children or family members with additional needs, while others are processing grief, trauma, or long-standing patterns rooted in earlier life experiences.
Clients often come to my practice when their usual coping strategies are no longer working. They may be experiencing persistent anxiety, low mood, irritability, sleep difficulties, or a sense of being constantly “on edge.” Others arrive feeling lost, unsure of who they are anymore, or struggling with confidence and self-worth. Some are dealing with the emotional toll of supporting children or family members with additional needs, while others are processing grief, trauma, or long-standing patterns rooted in earlier life experiences.
Online Therapists
Hey there, my name is Kevin O’Byrne, I am Dublin-based Psychotherapist and consultant.
Since 2011, I have worked as a professional creative and educator. This work taught me to empower individuals to move past anxieties, relationship difficulties and life transitions to grow to live with confidence, competency and resilience.
My mission is to cultivate lasting change by fostering greater self-awareness,
providing effective tools to face interpersonal challenges and a supportive
relationship that privileges who you are.
Hey there, my name is Kevin O’Byrne, I am Dublin-based Psychotherapist and consultant.
Since 2011, I have worked as a professional creative and educator. This work taught me to empower individuals to move past anxieties, relationship difficulties and life transitions to grow to live with confidence, competency and resilience.
My mission is to cultivate lasting change by fostering greater self-awareness,
providing effective tools to face interpersonal challenges and a supportive
relationship that privileges who you are.
Maria is an accredited IACP Counsellor&Psychotherapist& Supervisor offering individual counselling sessions for both adults and adolescents. I also provide relationship and couple counselling. My approach is Person-Centred and CBT. I'm also an ACI( Addiction Counsellors of Ireland) accredited counsellor specialist in the assessment, treatment and support in recovery for the individual as well as offering support for the concerned/affected family members.
Maria is an accredited IACP Counsellor&Psychotherapist& Supervisor offering individual counselling sessions for both adults and adolescents. I also provide relationship and couple counselling. My approach is Person-Centred and CBT. I'm also an ACI( Addiction Counsellors of Ireland) accredited counsellor specialist in the assessment, treatment and support in recovery for the individual as well as offering support for the concerned/affected family members.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
Farrah helps Adults, Parents, Children & Adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with their emotions, behaviour and relationships. I offer In-person and online appointments..
My approach to treatment is guided by the person who walks through the door. I do not believe there is a one-size-fits-all form of therapy and the treatment will be tailored to each client's needs. I use an integrative approach that involves humanistic, art therapy, psychodynamic, sabd tray, cbt, gestalt and inner child work to name a few.
Nearby Internal Family Systems (IFS) Counsellors Searches for Wicklow
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What is Internal Family Systems therapy?
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a type of talk therapy that focuses on sub-personalities, or “families,” within a person, which may be made up of wounded parts and unpleasant emotions like anger and shame. These sub-personalities can come into conflict with each other and with an individual’s core Self, leaving the person feeling detached from positive traits such as the “8 C’s” of confidence, calmness, creativity, clarity, curiosity, courage, compassion, and connectedness. By healing a patient’s wounded parts, a therapist aims to restore balance and bring on positive change.
How does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
An IFS therapist will work with a patient to identify their particular sub-personalities, recognize the emotions powering them, and release them. By doing so, the patient should become more able to address any underlying problems their sub-personalities may have been trying to protect them from. Ultimately, a patient discovers ways to manage internal and external conflicts on their own, through techniques such as relaxation exercises, journaling, and making charts depicting the relationships between their core Self and their distinct parts.
Does Internal Family Systems therapy work?
IFS therapy has been shown to help people address conditions such as depression, anxiety, panic, fears and phobias, trauma, and substance use disorders. Some research has also found that it can help individuals deal with symptoms of physical health conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, such as pain, everyday functioning, depressive feelings, and low self-compassion. There are some conditions for which IFS treatment, specifically discussions of one’s “parts,” may be less appropriate, such as schizophrenia or other states that involve psychosis or paranoia.
How long does Internal Family Systems therapy take?
As with most forms of talk therapy, there is no set duration or end point for IFS therapy. After becoming comfortable with a therapist and the core concepts of IFS, some patients quickly make progress. While experiences vary, most will find that it is a relatively longer-term therapy, involving months and sometimes years of sessions.