Counselling in D06

Sometimes, life throws us curveballs and navigating through difficulties can feel overwhelming. Taking that first step towards seeking help may seem daunting but I'm here to offer support and guidance through these challenging times. I understand the courage it takes to reach out, and I'm committed to walking alongside you on your journey towards understanding and personal growth. Together, we can create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your concerns, find clarity, and build resilience.
Sometimes, life throws us curveballs and navigating through difficulties can feel overwhelming. Taking that first step towards seeking help may seem daunting but I'm here to offer support and guidance through these challenging times. I understand the courage it takes to reach out, and I'm committed to walking alongside you on your journey towards understanding and personal growth. Together, we can create a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your concerns, find clarity, and build resilience.

I believe in providing a safe space for clients where they are met with compassion and nonjudgement. I feel that the client possesses the inner resources within themselves to move through difficult experiences but may need support in facilitating this process through therapy. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and I tailor my therapeutic approach depending on the client’s needs. I am particularly passionate about issues relating to sex, gender and cultural issues as well as self-development and awareness.
I believe in providing a safe space for clients where they are met with compassion and nonjudgement. I feel that the client possesses the inner resources within themselves to move through difficult experiences but may need support in facilitating this process through therapy. I believe in meeting the client where they are at and I tailor my therapeutic approach depending on the client’s needs. I am particularly passionate about issues relating to sex, gender and cultural issues as well as self-development and awareness.

You are constantly feeling like something is missing. Caring for others is beginning to take its toll on you. You are not sure what is going on but you just know things can not stay the same. Deciding to attend therapy can be challenging. Finding a suitable therapist even more difficult. Trusting a psychologist to take this journey with you can be extremely terrifying and intimidating. If you are looking for someone that will be understanding, supportive but most of all help you achieve your therapeutic goals. Contact me now and begin your process.
You are constantly feeling like something is missing. Caring for others is beginning to take its toll on you. You are not sure what is going on but you just know things can not stay the same. Deciding to attend therapy can be challenging. Finding a suitable therapist even more difficult. Trusting a psychologist to take this journey with you can be extremely terrifying and intimidating. If you are looking for someone that will be understanding, supportive but most of all help you achieve your therapeutic goals. Contact me now and begin your process.

My expertise lies in helping you express, acknowledge and process your emotions – especially those rooted in anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, abuse or trauma – which can be confusing to articulate.
My expertise lies in helping you express, acknowledge and process your emotions – especially those rooted in anxiety, low self-esteem, stress, abuse or trauma – which can be confusing to articulate.

My ideal client is the one who is looking to make positive changes in their life. This person would understand that nothing is ever fixed but it is managed and they would be okay with taking the steps necessary to learn their management skills. I would like to be the guide for that life transformation.
My ideal client is the one who is looking to make positive changes in their life. This person would understand that nothing is ever fixed but it is managed and they would be okay with taking the steps necessary to learn their management skills. I would like to be the guide for that life transformation.

I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).
I have worked and trained in the area of mental health since 2006 and specialise in Freudian and Lacanian Psychoanalysis. I provide psychoanalytic therapy for a wide range of mental health issues for people from all walks of life. As well as working in private practice I have specialised clinical training in a number of mental health facilities including the psychiatric departments of Holles Street national maternity hospital (Ante and Post Natal Psychiatry); St. Vincent’s Hospital Elm Park (general psychiatry), St.Ita’s Portrane (long term patients), and also the National Drug Treatment Centre (Addiction and Dependence).

I am a qualified humanistic and integrative psychotherapist, accredited by the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP). My priority in my practice is to meet people with compassion and warmth. I strive to create a safe and accepting space where you can feel encouraged to explore aspects of yourself you may not typically delve in to. In my work, I employ an integrative approach. I meet with a client for a number of sessions where we can decide together what might be the most beneficial way of working together.
I am a qualified humanistic and integrative psychotherapist, accredited by the Irish Association of Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (IAHIP). My priority in my practice is to meet people with compassion and warmth. I strive to create a safe and accepting space where you can feel encouraged to explore aspects of yourself you may not typically delve in to. In my work, I employ an integrative approach. I meet with a client for a number of sessions where we can decide together what might be the most beneficial way of working together.

All people at some point in their lives go through very difficult experiences or situations that can affect their mental and physical health, that is why my role as a psychotherapist is to help people deal with any type of problem that they might present such as depression, stress/anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, relationship problems, divorce/separation, coping with physical Illness, burnout/fatigue, loneliness, trauma, etc. During the therapeutic process, you will receive support in a very safe, confidential and trustworthy environment. My approach is empathetic, non-judgemental and compassionate.
All people at some point in their lives go through very difficult experiences or situations that can affect their mental and physical health, that is why my role as a psychotherapist is to help people deal with any type of problem that they might present such as depression, stress/anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, relationship problems, divorce/separation, coping with physical Illness, burnout/fatigue, loneliness, trauma, etc. During the therapeutic process, you will receive support in a very safe, confidential and trustworthy environment. My approach is empathetic, non-judgemental and compassionate.

I aim to create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore the complexities of their lives. My practice welcomes individuals dealing with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to identity exploration, cultural adaptation, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through collaborative and compassionate therapy sessions, I assist clients in gaining insight into their experiences, identifying strengths, and developing coping strategies. My goal is to help clients build self-awareness, resilience, and well-being, empowering them to live authentically.
I aim to create a welcoming and non-judgmental environment where clients feel safe to explore the complexities of their lives. My practice welcomes individuals dealing with a wide range of issues, including but not limited to identity exploration, cultural adaptation, relationship challenges, anxiety, depression, and trauma. Through collaborative and compassionate therapy sessions, I assist clients in gaining insight into their experiences, identifying strengths, and developing coping strategies. My goal is to help clients build self-awareness, resilience, and well-being, empowering them to live authentically.

Sarah is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the Psychology Society of Ireland and has over 10 years experience working with children and adolescents specialising in intervention with mental health concerns
Sarah is a Chartered Clinical Psychologist with the Psychology Society of Ireland and has over 10 years experience working with children and adolescents specialising in intervention with mental health concerns

I strive to provide a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic space within which each individual can explore issues and reflect on life experiences in order to achieve greater understanding and acceptance of self and others.
I strive to provide a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic space within which each individual can explore issues and reflect on life experiences in order to achieve greater understanding and acceptance of self and others.

Deirdre is an accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Supervisor (MIACP) with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families across diverse settings. Her work spans private practice, addiction services, community-based programs, and mental health services, where she has provided therapeutic support to clients navigating a wide range of challenges. Deirdre works from a humanistic and integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches.
Deirdre is an accredited Counsellor/Psychotherapist and Supervisor (MIACP) with extensive experience supporting individuals, couples, and families across diverse settings. Her work spans private practice, addiction services, community-based programs, and mental health services, where she has provided therapeutic support to clients navigating a wide range of challenges. Deirdre works from a humanistic and integrative approach, drawing on humanistic, psychodynamic and solution-focused approaches.

Counselling and Psychotherapy provides treatment of any issues that are important to you and that may be affecting your life negatively. Olwen provides a safe space to talk, will listen, support and help to understand your present situation. Olwen will help you to work though your own solutions, in a non-judgemental way. The overall aim is to work towards living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. Olwen provides a safe and confidential space to explore thoughts, feeling, beliefs and behaviours that affect your life negatively. Through exploration, understanding and talking, a more positive change and/or outlook can occur.
Counselling and Psychotherapy provides treatment of any issues that are important to you and that may be affecting your life negatively. Olwen provides a safe space to talk, will listen, support and help to understand your present situation. Olwen will help you to work though your own solutions, in a non-judgemental way. The overall aim is to work towards living in a more satisfying and resourceful way. Olwen provides a safe and confidential space to explore thoughts, feeling, beliefs and behaviours that affect your life negatively. Through exploration, understanding and talking, a more positive change and/or outlook can occur.

You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the lasting effects of challenging life experiences. These can impact your self-esteem, heighten anxiety, or contribute to feelings of depression. As a psychotherapist (MSc) and accredited EMDR practitioner, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your concerns at your own pace. Together, we’ll focus on what matters to you and work towards the changes you value most.
You might be feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or weighed down by the lasting effects of challenging life experiences. These can impact your self-esteem, heighten anxiety, or contribute to feelings of depression. As a psychotherapist (MSc) and accredited EMDR practitioner, I provide a supportive space where you can explore your concerns at your own pace. Together, we’ll focus on what matters to you and work towards the changes you value most.

Life can be challenging, and it can feel like you're carrying the weight of the world alone. If you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, grief, past trauma, or you're feeling disconnected in your marriage or relationship, I want you to know that change is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m someone who truly cares about creating a space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. Counselling can help to understand yourself better, heal past wounds, growth and resilience. Whatever you decide to talk about is safe to share as therapy is confidential.
Life can be challenging, and it can feel like you're carrying the weight of the world alone. If you're struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, grief, past trauma, or you're feeling disconnected in your marriage or relationship, I want you to know that change is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone. I’m someone who truly cares about creating a space where you feel heard, valued, and supported. Counselling can help to understand yourself better, heal past wounds, growth and resilience. Whatever you decide to talk about is safe to share as therapy is confidential.

Therapy can provide an opportunity to explore and process your troubling thoughts and emotions, to gain more clarity and a sense of balance. Unprocessed emotions and traumas can be retained in our bodies, and we may start to feel disconnected. I believe that our physiology plays an important role in the process of healing . So, the body is one of the most valuable tools for the processing and integration of wounds and traumas we might carry.
Therapy can provide an opportunity to explore and process your troubling thoughts and emotions, to gain more clarity and a sense of balance. Unprocessed emotions and traumas can be retained in our bodies, and we may start to feel disconnected. I believe that our physiology plays an important role in the process of healing . So, the body is one of the most valuable tools for the processing and integration of wounds and traumas we might carry.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, uncertain about your relationships, or disconnected from yourself and your goals, you’re not alone. You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, or family conflicts that seem impossible to overcome. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity, balance, and a path forward—whether that means improving your mental health, breaking free from unhelpful patterns, or simply finding a safe, supportive space where you can feel truly heard and understood. I offer support in both English and Serbian/Croatian.
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by difficult emotions, uncertain about your relationships, or disconnected from yourself and your goals, you’re not alone. You might be struggling with anxiety, low mood, or family conflicts that seem impossible to overcome. Perhaps you’re seeking clarity, balance, and a path forward—whether that means improving your mental health, breaking free from unhelpful patterns, or simply finding a safe, supportive space where you can feel truly heard and understood. I offer support in both English and Serbian/Croatian.

I am an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor who specializes in Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioural therapy in order to offer support and understanding to clients who wish to have a session in person or online through Zoom. I am a pre-accredited member of NAPCP and have graduated with an MA from Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences.
I am an integrative psychotherapist and counsellor who specializes in Person-Centred Therapy and Cognitive-Behavioural therapy in order to offer support and understanding to clients who wish to have a session in person or online through Zoom. I am a pre-accredited member of NAPCP and have graduated with an MA from Irish College of Humanities and Applied Sciences.

Do you sometimes feel torn between a part of you that wants one thing and another that wants the opposite? Like a part that wants to be fit and healthy and another one that can’t stop eating? Or a part that does, feels or thinks in a way that another part says you shouldn’t, so another part feels guilty about it? Say a procrastinating part that leaves important tasks till the last moment, a self-critical part that beats down the procrastinating part, and a “there’s something wrong with me” part that feels a terrible sense of shame? The good news is that we are more than just the sum of our parts! Our innermost self is greater!
Do you sometimes feel torn between a part of you that wants one thing and another that wants the opposite? Like a part that wants to be fit and healthy and another one that can’t stop eating? Or a part that does, feels or thinks in a way that another part says you shouldn’t, so another part feels guilty about it? Say a procrastinating part that leaves important tasks till the last moment, a self-critical part that beats down the procrastinating part, and a “there’s something wrong with me” part that feels a terrible sense of shame? The good news is that we are more than just the sum of our parts! Our innermost self is greater!

I am an accredited psychotherapist with a B.A. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential, safe and client-centred service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy, providing a safe and confidential environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counselling including stress, anxiety, grief, loss and depression.
I am an accredited psychotherapist with a B.A. in Integrative Counselling and Psychotherapy. I work with individuals aged 18 years and over, providing a professional, confidential, safe and client-centred service. I believe that the unique relationship between the therapist and client is key to the success of therapy, providing a safe and confidential environment within which a client's concerns can be shared, explored and addressed. My approach is Humanistic and Integrative, Person-Centred with elements of CBT and Mindfulness. I cover all areas of general counselling including stress, anxiety, grief, loss and depression.
How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in D06
100+
Average cost per session
€75
Counsellors in D06 who prioritize treating:
90% | Anxiety |
82% | Depression |
78% | Self Esteem |
76% | Relationship Issues |
73% | Stress |
64% | Trauma and PTSD |
59% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
8 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
91% | Laya |
89% | VHI |
86% | Irish Life |
How Counsellors in D06 see their clients
81% | In Person and Online | |
19% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
71% | Female | |
28% | Male | |
1% | Non-Binary |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in D06?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, eircode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or eircode into the search bar.
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Learn more about how to find a therapist
Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are accredited members of the main professional associations, mainly the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). Most Psychologists are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Ireland. Psychologists have earned a doctoral degree in psychology and many are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a doctoral degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the IACP or ICP, they must complete a minimum of an NFQ Level 7 programme with 100 hours of clinical experience and a minimum of 450 hours of post-training clinical experience under clinical supervision.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in Ireland could cost between €50 – €90 when seeing a counsellor and €75 - €120 or more when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your eircode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the IACP, the ICP, or PSI are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a child is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.