Suicidal Ideation Counselling in County Galway
Cara Counselling offers General Counselling, Grief & Bereavement Therapy, CBT, Suicide Awareness & Prevention to clients - Face-to-Face, by Phone and Online.
My name is Ann Kelly. I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist accredited with IACP & CTAA. I know it can be difficult sometimes to reach out and ask for help. Cara Counselling is a safe space to talk, in confidence about anything that may be bothering you, without being judged. The Clinic can be contacted anytime on (083) 1855958.
Cara Counselling offers General Counselling, Grief & Bereavement Therapy, CBT, Suicide Awareness & Prevention to clients - Face-to-Face, by Phone and Online.
My name is Ann Kelly. I am a qualified Counsellor/Psychotherapist accredited with IACP & CTAA. I know it can be difficult sometimes to reach out and ask for help. Cara Counselling is a safe space to talk, in confidence about anything that may be bothering you, without being judged. The Clinic can be contacted anytime on (083) 1855958.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and unable to focus? I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and unresolved childhood issues. In addition to psychotherapy, I offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping. These techniques, along with my expertise in ego states and parts, provide powerful tools for healing. Life can be tough when facing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, gender identity, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, and deeply embedded trauma, but it doesn't have to be this way. I offer weekly sessions in Galway. Together, we can explore your life experiences, gain insights, and develop your ability to cope,
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and unable to focus? I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, trauma, and unresolved childhood issues. In addition to psychotherapy, I offer hypnotherapy and mindscaping. These techniques, along with my expertise in ego states and parts, provide powerful tools for healing. Life can be tough when facing anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, gender identity, loneliness, suicidal thoughts, and deeply embedded trauma, but it doesn't have to be this way. I offer weekly sessions in Galway. Together, we can explore your life experiences, gain insights, and develop your ability to cope,
Grace is a qualified and accredited psychotherapist. She holds a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy with Dublin City University and a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology and Sociology with the University of Limerick. Her training included specialisms in couple therapy, psychosexual therapy and trauma. She has a particular interest in the areas of adolescent/ student mental health and is experienced in working with a broad range of difficulties including anxiety and stress, depression, bereavement, addictive behaviours, substance misuse, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, suicide and trauma.
Grace is a qualified and accredited psychotherapist. She holds a Masters in Integrative Psychotherapy with Dublin City University and a Bachelor of Arts with Honours in Psychology and Sociology with the University of Limerick. Her training included specialisms in couple therapy, psychosexual therapy and trauma. She has a particular interest in the areas of adolescent/ student mental health and is experienced in working with a broad range of difficulties including anxiety and stress, depression, bereavement, addictive behaviours, substance misuse, eating disorders, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, suicide and trauma.
Depression, anxiety, stress, suicidal ideation bereavement and loss, self-esteem, sexual abuse, trauma, sexual identity/orientation, bullying and workplace issues, life transitions, relationships and intimacy issues, body issues.
From my perspective, psychotherapy means healing. It is the opening, where individuals begin to experience a more full contact with themselves and the outside world. I help them understand their emotions that signpost their needs. I help them to discover their unfulfilled needs and, together, we look for obstacles and barriers that could prevent people from fully enjoying their lives. One step at a time, they become increasingly ready to lead their lives consciously. They begin to authentically live, rather than continue, their lives.
Depression, anxiety, stress, suicidal ideation bereavement and loss, self-esteem, sexual abuse, trauma, sexual identity/orientation, bullying and workplace issues, life transitions, relationships and intimacy issues, body issues.
From my perspective, psychotherapy means healing. It is the opening, where individuals begin to experience a more full contact with themselves and the outside world. I help them understand their emotions that signpost their needs. I help them to discover their unfulfilled needs and, together, we look for obstacles and barriers that could prevent people from fully enjoying their lives. One step at a time, they become increasingly ready to lead their lives consciously. They begin to authentically live, rather than continue, their lives.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. Looking for a counsellor or psychotherapist can be a daunting experience. Please be patient and compassionate with yourself while looking for the right therapist for you. I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. My expertise encompasses a wide range of issues, including but not limited to grief, loss, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, addiction, stress, trauma, obsessions, abuse, relationship difficulties and matters related to sexuality and also immigration.
Hello and thank you for visiting my page. Looking for a counsellor or psychotherapist can be a daunting experience. Please be patient and compassionate with yourself while looking for the right therapist for you. I have a wealth of knowledge and experience in providing counselling and psychotherapy to individuals, couples and families. My expertise encompasses a wide range of issues, including but not limited to grief, loss, bereavement, depression, anxiety, self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, addiction, stress, trauma, obsessions, abuse, relationship difficulties and matters related to sexuality and also immigration.
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe. No matter what burden or worries you are dealing with, support is available. My counselling training and experience includes: grief, self-esteem, panic attacks, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, adjusting to change, loss of job, relationship challenges, trauma, depression, health challenges and general wellbeing. I have limited availability for in person counselling at my private practice in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, however my practice will move fully online from November 2024.
I offer online counselling and psychotherapy to adults (18+) and couples in Ireland, UK and mainland Europe. No matter what burden or worries you are dealing with, support is available. My counselling training and experience includes: grief, self-esteem, panic attacks, self-harm, suicidal thoughts, adjusting to change, loss of job, relationship challenges, trauma, depression, health challenges and general wellbeing. I have limited availability for in person counselling at my private practice in Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, however my practice will move fully online from November 2024.
Jamie Earl
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Ballinasloe, County Galway H53
If you are struggling with your mental health, your past experiences, or significantly adverse life events, I firmly believe I can help you. I know what it's like. Picking up the phone can be scary, sending that email frightening. I want to help, it's okay to reach out.
If you are struggling with your mental health, your past experiences, or significantly adverse life events, I firmly believe I can help you. I know what it's like. Picking up the phone can be scary, sending that email frightening. I want to help, it's okay to reach out.
I am a fully accredited Art Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from Crawford College of Art and Design, and I have also completed my clinical training as a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with the Tivoli Institute in Dublin. I work with adults, adolescents and children in individual sessions with an integrative and creative approach to therapy. I respond to each client’s individual needs and this may be through talk therapy or creative arts therapy approaches to promote healing, generate growth and insight to their situation, help develop their resources and strengths, and to resolve personal issues.
I am a fully accredited Art Therapist with a Master’s Degree in Art Therapy from Crawford College of Art and Design, and I have also completed my clinical training as a Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapist with the Tivoli Institute in Dublin. I work with adults, adolescents and children in individual sessions with an integrative and creative approach to therapy. I respond to each client’s individual needs and this may be through talk therapy or creative arts therapy approaches to promote healing, generate growth and insight to their situation, help develop their resources and strengths, and to resolve personal issues.
Bernie Mary Conway
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91
Waitlist for new clients
I have a back ground in general nursing. Some of the issues I have experience in working with depression low mood , anxiety and relationship difficulties. I have also worked with emotional abuse and bullying.I provide supervision to clients in organisational settings.I have worked in many organisations, e.g N.U.I.G and and various Health Services, I have over 15 years experience. I also provide Supervision. I usually suggest 4 to 6 sessions and then review the work. For some clients that may be sufficient for others may choose to go into the deeper layers of their issues.
I have a back ground in general nursing. Some of the issues I have experience in working with depression low mood , anxiety and relationship difficulties. I have also worked with emotional abuse and bullying.I provide supervision to clients in organisational settings.I have worked in many organisations, e.g N.U.I.G and and various Health Services, I have over 15 years experience. I also provide Supervision. I usually suggest 4 to 6 sessions and then review the work. For some clients that may be sufficient for others may choose to go into the deeper layers of their issues.
Theresa Merrigan
Psychotherapist, MSc, IFPP
Verified Verified
Dunmore, County Galway H54
Waitlist for new clients
Psychotherapy & EMDR - People from all walks of life seek therapy for different issues. Sometimes there is a specific reason but in some cases the immediate cause of distress is less obvious. People have contacted me when struggling with emotional problems such as: • Feeling stressed or anxious • Coming to terms with losses such as bereavement, separation, divorce or the loss of a job • Lacking confidence, self-esteem or feeling you are not reaching full potential • Difficulties in making or maintaining good relationships • Repeatedly becoming involved in destructive or unsatisfactory relationships • Feeling depressed, sad or empty
Psychotherapy & EMDR - People from all walks of life seek therapy for different issues. Sometimes there is a specific reason but in some cases the immediate cause of distress is less obvious. People have contacted me when struggling with emotional problems such as: • Feeling stressed or anxious • Coming to terms with losses such as bereavement, separation, divorce or the loss of a job • Lacking confidence, self-esteem or feeling you are not reaching full potential • Difficulties in making or maintaining good relationships • Repeatedly becoming involved in destructive or unsatisfactory relationships • Feeling depressed, sad or empty
As an adolescent psychotherapist I work collaboratively with my clients to explore where they are and where they want to be. Transitions, whether they may be moving from adolescence to adulthood, changing schools or navigating personal identity shifts, are a significant focus of my work. I strive to be a steady presence for my clients, providing guidance and support as they navigate these pivotal moments.
As an adolescent psychotherapist I work collaboratively with my clients to explore where they are and where they want to be. Transitions, whether they may be moving from adolescence to adulthood, changing schools or navigating personal identity shifts, are a significant focus of my work. I strive to be a steady presence for my clients, providing guidance and support as they navigate these pivotal moments.
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Life can be difficult. The uncertainty of the future can be crippling. Feeling anxious, angry and depressed is normal but sometimes they take over and prevents us from living. I will work alongside clients and discuss their specific goals, needs and their issues.
Life can be difficult. The uncertainty of the future can be crippling. Feeling anxious, angry and depressed is normal but sometimes they take over and prevents us from living. I will work alongside clients and discuss their specific goals, needs and their issues.
Geraldine Donnelly
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91
Hi. I am a fully qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering a safe, confidential space to you, where you can connect with my empathetic and non-judgmental listening presence. My ethos is person-centred and I believe the client-therapist therapeutic relationship is central to the process of self-exploration, change and growth. I work in a humanistic and holistic way, seeing you as the expert in your own life.
Hi. I am a fully qualified counsellor and psychotherapist, offering a safe, confidential space to you, where you can connect with my empathetic and non-judgmental listening presence. My ethos is person-centred and I believe the client-therapist therapeutic relationship is central to the process of self-exploration, change and growth. I work in a humanistic and holistic way, seeing you as the expert in your own life.
Dr. Emma Louise Hopkins
Psychologist, PsychD, MPSI
Verified Verified
Clarinbridge, County Galway H91
Waitlist for new clients
My aim in therapy is to connect with the person, allowing them to feel safe and heard, supporting them to make sense of their lives. I provide a calm and comfortable space for people to explore their difficulties, using evidence-based theory to structure and support their emerging story. This allows us to work together to gently and safely unravel tangled elements of the past, freeing the person to move forward into the future they see for themselves.
My aim in therapy is to connect with the person, allowing them to feel safe and heard, supporting them to make sense of their lives. I provide a calm and comfortable space for people to explore their difficulties, using evidence-based theory to structure and support their emerging story. This allows us to work together to gently and safely unravel tangled elements of the past, freeing the person to move forward into the future they see for themselves.
Shane O'Callaghan
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91
I can help with many different issues as most of them stem from the same problem, repressed emotions. So whether it's addiction or relationship issues, the process in therapy is about reconnecting with the body and releasing those repressed emotions.
I can help with many different issues as most of them stem from the same problem, repressed emotions. So whether it's addiction or relationship issues, the process in therapy is about reconnecting with the body and releasing those repressed emotions.
I have extensive experience working with both individuals and couples on a wide range of issues from relationship difficulties, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, depression and loss and grief. I offer counselling to those who are struggling to come to terms with the loss of a relationship and struggling to move forward with their life as a single person. My more senior age experience has facilitated an easy relationship with clients of all ages. This helps me in developing a connection with the client that is built on respect and honesty.
I have extensive experience working with both individuals and couples on a wide range of issues from relationship difficulties, anxiety, stress, panic attacks, depression and loss and grief. I offer counselling to those who are struggling to come to terms with the loss of a relationship and struggling to move forward with their life as a single person. My more senior age experience has facilitated an easy relationship with clients of all ages. This helps me in developing a connection with the client that is built on respect and honesty.
Sean O Morain
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91
September availability - Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday evenings 6pm/7pm/8pm and Saturdays 10am/11am/12pm
September availability - Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday evenings 6pm/7pm/8pm and Saturdays 10am/11am/12pm
Marie Dempsey - Cróga Counselling Psychotherapy
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tuam, County Galway H54
I am a qualified counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required. At times of loss, overwhelm and uncertainty in how to proceed I work alongside, supporting you to better understand the impact and influence of your experiences and introduce healing and growth. I facilitate a safe and confidential space to navigate issues such as grief, infertility, anxiety, infidelity, family issues, trauma and self esteem. Together we identify and cultivate your resilience and unique resources that will support you to make sustainable changes and move forward.
I am a qualified counsellor psychotherapist, working in support of individuals and couples at points in their life when clarity and change are required. At times of loss, overwhelm and uncertainty in how to proceed I work alongside, supporting you to better understand the impact and influence of your experiences and introduce healing and growth. I facilitate a safe and confidential space to navigate issues such as grief, infertility, anxiety, infidelity, family issues, trauma and self esteem. Together we identify and cultivate your resilience and unique resources that will support you to make sustainable changes and move forward.
Kester Kenevey
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91
I believe in the effectiveness of brief intervention. As well as being emotionally supportive, therapy can be educational and empowering. During just a few sessions, clients discover much about themselves and gain perspective on their thoughts and behaviour. Through their experience of navigating issues brought to therapy, clients become better prepared to deal with difficulties in the future. I focus on listening to and understanding my clients, helping them through their issues, and nurturing the strength and confidence they need to become independent again. To learn more about me, please check my website: www.galwaytherapist.ie
I believe in the effectiveness of brief intervention. As well as being emotionally supportive, therapy can be educational and empowering. During just a few sessions, clients discover much about themselves and gain perspective on their thoughts and behaviour. Through their experience of navigating issues brought to therapy, clients become better prepared to deal with difficulties in the future. I focus on listening to and understanding my clients, helping them through their issues, and nurturing the strength and confidence they need to become independent again. To learn more about me, please check my website: www.galwaytherapist.ie
Jennifer Anne Hamilton
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Galway, County Galway H91 (Online Only)
Psychotherapist/Supervisor with IACP & BACP. Member of ACTO. I have an Honors degree in Psychology, Higher Diploma in Biodynamic & Integrative Psychotherapy. I hold a Post Grad Dip in Expressive Arts Therapy and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Trauma Grief & Bereavement,CBT . I have worked with individual clients and groups since 2009, originally training as a Life and Business Coach with the Irish Life Coach Institute. I trained further, to became a Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Certified Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming. I am Certified in Training and Development from the Irish Institute of Training & Development.
Psychotherapist/Supervisor with IACP & BACP. Member of ACTO. I have an Honors degree in Psychology, Higher Diploma in Biodynamic & Integrative Psychotherapy. I hold a Post Grad Dip in Expressive Arts Therapy and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder & Trauma Grief & Bereavement,CBT . I have worked with individual clients and groups since 2009, originally training as a Life and Business Coach with the Irish Life Coach Institute. I trained further, to became a Clinical Hypnotherapist and a Certified Practitioner of Neuro Linguistic Programming. I am Certified in Training and Development from the Irish Institute of Training & Development.
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Suicidal Ideation Counsellors
How does therapy for suicidal ideation work?
Stress, depression, anxiety, or upsetting circumstances can give rise to suicidal thinking. Therapy can address the events at the core of an individual’s suffering. Understanding why a person may be suicidal can help the therapist and the patient discover alternative methods of coping. A person with suicidal ideation may be mired in catastrophic thinking, and treatment like cognitive behavioural therapy is a good choice for breaking such patterns. In addition, treatment such as acceptance and commitment therapy can help a person manage their distress through better emotion regulation.
Which therapies are best for suicidal ideation?
Specific approaches used by professionals include cognitive behavioural, dialectical behaviour, psychodynamic, acceptance and commitment therapies, among others. Cognitive behavioural and dialectical behaviour therapies are two widely used therapies that can help individuals with painful thoughts and past traumas. These therapies help an individual tolerate distress, regulate emotions, and not act on dangerous urges.
Are there specific medications to be combined with therapy?
The use of medication for suicidal thoughts must be aligned with the underlying cause; conditions such as depression, anxiety, and psychosis may be at the root of suicidal ideation. A psychiatrist may prescribe medications for symptoms, which may include antipsychotics such as aripiprazole or antidepressants such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors.
How often and how long are therapy sessions for suicidal ideation?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual. Patients may see improvement within 15 to 20 sessions, at an average of 50 minutes per session, while others may opt for 20 to 30 sessions over, perhaps, a six-month period. Still other patients, especially those with co-occurring conditions like major depression and anxiety, may need to continue sessions for up to 12 to 18 months. In some cases, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm.