Self-Harming Counselling in Cork

Hi, I'm Shane. BSc. (Hons) in Integrative Counselling & Psychotherapy. I work with 16yrs+. I work online which might suit some. it doesn't matter what happened or who you are right now, I'm here to listen and support you in whatever way you need. I never judge. We all have our story and reasons for our actions. Let's write the next chapter together.

I treat a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges (e.g. mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionist traits). Some people aren’t quite sure what’s going on for them, but something just doesn’t feel right. Whatever your struggle is, I want to help you to get your life on track, break out of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and find meaning and satisfaction in life. I can offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what it is that’s causing you difficulty, and an evidence-based approach to help you to finally move forward.

Hello! My name is John and I offer confidential and compassionate therapy so that together we may explore what brings you here. It takes courage to seek support and although the issues may be common, whether it is stress, anxiety, loss, depression, or relationship based, the experience is very individual. Whatever the issue, let us process it together.

Sometimes you might find yourself being really sensitive and feeling overwhelmed with emotions that are coming out of nowhere, often flying off the handle, or being tearful and upset. You might not be feeling yourself, like you are carrying a huge weight and you don’t know what it is or why. It might be that you feel really tense, and ‘on-edge’ and it’s difficult to relax. It can also be that you feel totally shut-off from others, detached and disconnected, feeling empty and numb. Life has lost its colour. Others constantly feel guilty, find it really hard to say no to others, and live in a constant state of never being good enough.

I believe in the quality of the therapeutic relationship and provide a confidential, non-judgmental and supportive environment for my clients. I see my role as a therapist is to facilitate and assist clients to make meaning of their experience and discover their inner strengths. I am a dynamic and goal orientated psychotherapist who promotes self-awareness, personal growth and well-being leading to more empowered clients.

I offer individual and couples counselling sessions online worldwide and also outdoor nature therapy sessions in person in Co. Donegal, Ireland. I facilitate mindfulness meditation groups, corporate wellbeing events and inner journeying workshops aligned with the major Celtic festivals. I hold a BA(hons) degree in Holistic Counselling and Psychotherapy. I have also completed training in couples counselling, online and telephone counselling, and am currently enrolled in the Somatic Experiencing Training programme with Somatic Experiencing Ireland.

Reaching out for counselling and psychotherapy can be daunting at first but that is normal. It takes great courage to ask for help. I work by offering a safe and confidential space so that together we can focus on helping you find the best ways to explore any areas you are having difficulties in. I have experience of working with many of the common reasons people go to therapy including anxiety, depression, panic attacks, anger, trauma, abuse, grief, loss and relationship issues. I am a fully accredited counsellor/psychotherapist & counselling trainer, an experienced intellectual disability nurse and have a degree in Fine art.

Deciding to come for counselling can often be a difficult and drawn-out process. It is often also a very rewarding and enriching experience leading to changes in one’s life that reduce distress and increase one’s ability to cope with difficulties and challenges. By it's nature the process involves engaging with uncomfortable aspects of oneself and our relationships that are challenging. The goal of the process is to increase self-knowledge, self-acceptance and self-compassion that enhances our capacity to relate to ourselves and others in healthier ways.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed and unable to focus? I specialize in working with clients struggling with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Trauma & Unresolved Childhood Issues. I offer weekly psychotherapy and counselling in a private and comfortable setting in Galway and online zoom sessions at a reduced rate. Life can be a struggle when dealing with anxiety, depression, stress, post-traumatic stress, grief, relationship issues, gender identity, unresolved childhood issues, loneliness, suicidal ideation and long-standing hurt or deeply embedded trauma. For specialized treatments I offer hypnotherapy. Together we explore this.

Face-to-face counselling in Galway and online for the whole of Europe, in English and Spanish. My practice is oriented towards the treatment of anxiety and distress caused by crises that impact on the lives of individuals and families. I also focus on professional development for people who wish to find a balance between work, family and social life. Throughout my training and professional practice I have been involved in the needs of my community working with the best professionals in my field. The experience of emigrating has been one of great personal and professional growth.

You feel stressed or anxious? You feel sad or depressed? Maybe you were bullied or you have been affected by abuse? Your 'flying off the handle' is creating problems? You experienced loss or bereavement? You go through life changes? You have issues with relationships? You think that your sexual behaviour might have become problematic? You have issues around addiction? Maybe you just want to talk through an issue? You want to make sense of a problematic event that sticks in your mind? You want to change your behaviour? You want to abolish self-criticism and enhance self-esteem? You want to find meaning and purpose?