Chronic Illness Counselling in Donabate
Monique Rizzato Elliott
Psychologist, PsychD, MPSI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Donabate, County Dublin K36 (Online Only)
I am a Counselling Psychologist and a Senior Psychologist at an Eating Disorder Treatment Centre in Dublin. I have worked in Mental Health for the last 9 years in both Ireland and the UK. I have worked with clients across the lifespan (with children and families in CAMHS, adults and older adults) and with various complex presentations. I am empathetic, approachable and passionate about supporting clients and their loved ones.
I am a Counselling Psychologist and a Senior Psychologist at an Eating Disorder Treatment Centre in Dublin. I have worked in Mental Health for the last 9 years in both Ireland and the UK. I have worked with clients across the lifespan (with children and families in CAMHS, adults and older adults) and with various complex presentations. I am empathetic, approachable and passionate about supporting clients and their loved ones.
Clarity Counselling is an affordable, professional counselling service based in Malahide, Co. Dublin. I provide counselling and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My service is committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care. I also provide a limited number of hours at low cost rates for students, unemployed/OAP’s.
Clarity Counselling is an affordable, professional counselling service based in Malahide, Co. Dublin. I provide counselling and psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and couples. My service is committed to the highest degree of ethical practice and care. I also provide a limited number of hours at low cost rates for students, unemployed/OAP’s.
There are many people who experience overwhelming emotion and find it challenging to cope with the stressors of life. Psychotherapy can offer you a safe and confidential environment to fully express yourself and sort through those difficult emotions. I will work with you collaboratively, at your own pace, exploring the areas in your life, past and present, that may be inhibiting your overall happiness and well-being. I work with an array of issues, including, but not confined to depression, anxiety, family & work difficulties, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, childhood trauma, loss & grief.
There are many people who experience overwhelming emotion and find it challenging to cope with the stressors of life. Psychotherapy can offer you a safe and confidential environment to fully express yourself and sort through those difficult emotions. I will work with you collaboratively, at your own pace, exploring the areas in your life, past and present, that may be inhibiting your overall happiness and well-being. I work with an array of issues, including, but not confined to depression, anxiety, family & work difficulties, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, life transitions, childhood trauma, loss & grief.
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
Our physical and mental well-being are interlinked. At times we may feel our worries and anxieties are dictating the way we live our lives. At times we find ourselves not able to enjoy things that we used to and get no sense of achievement in activities that we do. Do you want to make changes, but you have no idea on how to begin.
As a counsellor and psychotherapist of 15 years, I have worked with adults and adolescents from the age of 11 years. I know how important choosing the right counsellor/psychotherapist is and the courage it takes to start this journey. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is integral for growth and healing. I create a compassionate, safe, non judgemental environment in which to work with clients. I work from a humanistic and integrative perspective and help clients see their own potential as they work through their difficulties.
As a counsellor and psychotherapist of 15 years, I have worked with adults and adolescents from the age of 11 years. I know how important choosing the right counsellor/psychotherapist is and the courage it takes to start this journey. I believe that the relationship between therapist and client is integral for growth and healing. I create a compassionate, safe, non judgemental environment in which to work with clients. I work from a humanistic and integrative perspective and help clients see their own potential as they work through their difficulties.
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Emma Tynan-Chronic Illness And Medical Trauma Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D01 (Online Only)
I’m committed to helping clients process their grief, establish healthy boundaries, I’m a therapist with both personal and professional experience in chronic illness and medical trauma.
Have you been feeling lonely, isolated, lost, anxious, or struggling to recognize yourself due to chronic illness or a traumatic health event? Perhaps you don’t feel understood by family or peers. Are you battling the mental health challenges of having no diagnosis or coping with a life-changing or life-ending diagnosis? If you are physically recovered or not, a traumatic health event can leave you struggling with your mental health.
I’m committed to helping clients process their grief, establish healthy boundaries, I’m a therapist with both personal and professional experience in chronic illness and medical trauma.
Have you been feeling lonely, isolated, lost, anxious, or struggling to recognize yourself due to chronic illness or a traumatic health event? Perhaps you don’t feel understood by family or peers. Are you battling the mental health challenges of having no diagnosis or coping with a life-changing or life-ending diagnosis? If you are physically recovered or not, a traumatic health event can leave you struggling with your mental health.
I also work with all individuals of all ages directly or indirectly affected by addiction issues, chronic illness or major life changes.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a masters degree from the university of Pretoria, South Africa. I have worked in a variety of therapeutic environments with clients of all age groups. My approach is integrative, meaning that I incorporate techniques from different approaches to suit my client’s needs. I aim to provide a safe space to explore behaviours or beliefs that may be contributing to emotional challenges and limiting your potential.
I also work with all individuals of all ages directly or indirectly affected by addiction issues, chronic illness or major life changes.
I am a Counselling Psychologist with a masters degree from the university of Pretoria, South Africa. I have worked in a variety of therapeutic environments with clients of all age groups. My approach is integrative, meaning that I incorporate techniques from different approaches to suit my client’s needs. I aim to provide a safe space to explore behaviours or beliefs that may be contributing to emotional challenges and limiting your potential.
I find it deeply rewarding to help young women build self-esteem and overcome life’s challenges. My goal is to guide them toward fulfilment in their careers, relationships, and overall lives. I specialise in anxiety, self-esteem, workplace and creativity issues, relationship challenges, and managing chronic illness. Even after trauma, living a purposeful life is achievable, and that's the focus of my therapy approach. Therapy isn't just for those with depression or anxiety—it’s a valuable resource for anyone sensing that something in their life isn't quite 'right'.
I find it deeply rewarding to help young women build self-esteem and overcome life’s challenges. My goal is to guide them toward fulfilment in their careers, relationships, and overall lives. I specialise in anxiety, self-esteem, workplace and creativity issues, relationship challenges, and managing chronic illness. Even after trauma, living a purposeful life is achievable, and that's the focus of my therapy approach. Therapy isn't just for those with depression or anxiety—it’s a valuable resource for anyone sensing that something in their life isn't quite 'right'.
Laura Cahill
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D09
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl. persistent pain (eg. fibromyalgia, arthritis, irritable bowel, back pain). As a relationship therapist I work with heterosexual and same sex couples and individuals. I am open to work with anybody who is in emotional distress, whether it is caused by life changes, relationship/family issues or illness; and help you to overcome stress, emotional and relationship problems or troubling behavioural habits.
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl. persistent pain (eg. fibromyalgia, arthritis, irritable bowel, back pain). As a relationship therapist I work with heterosexual and same sex couples and individuals. I am open to work with anybody who is in emotional distress, whether it is caused by life changes, relationship/family issues or illness; and help you to overcome stress, emotional and relationship problems or troubling behavioural habits.
You may need to unravel confusions in your life, unburden your worries and distress to an experienced non judgmental person who is empathetic and provides confidentiality. someone who has lived through many problems herself and can show survival. I am ready and able to help you.
You may need to unravel confusions in your life, unburden your worries and distress to an experienced non judgmental person who is empathetic and provides confidentiality. someone who has lived through many problems herself and can show survival. I am ready and able to help you.
Nicole Charalambous
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, APCP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D09 (Online Only)
I’m passionate about helping people. My aim is to help people identify their underlying problems and to work towards the abilities, talents, and power that each person has. As a Psychotherapist, I maintain Person-Centred and Integrative approaches. I consider the therapeutic relationship between me and the client to be a vital tool for our work together.
I’m passionate about helping people. My aim is to help people identify their underlying problems and to work towards the abilities, talents, and power that each person has. As a Psychotherapist, I maintain Person-Centred and Integrative approaches. I consider the therapeutic relationship between me and the client to be a vital tool for our work together.
Clodagh McGrath
Psychotherapist, NAPCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D08 (Online Only)
I work with clients to understand their lives better and help them figure out why they feel the way they feel by providing a compassionate space for people to find solutions that work for them.
I work with clients to understand their lives better and help them figure out why they feel the way they feel by providing a compassionate space for people to find solutions that work for them.
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
Troubled, conflicted, anxious or distressed? Struggling with loss or identity issues? Feel a relationship is in difficulty or things are not going well at home, work or college? Perhaps you are struggling to cope after receiving a medical diagnosis or wondering why you became ill in the first place? Going to therapy allows you to talk about what you are experiencing, explore reasons, develop solutions and help you attain a stronger, more fulfilled and creative self. An important part is sharing your innermost thoughts and feelings in a safe, non-judgemental therapeutic relationship with a specially trained therapist.
Life can be challenging and can bring hardships, conflict and pain. Often people seek therapy at a moment of crisis where they want change in their lives. Psychotherapy offers the possibility for an individual to explore various aspects of their life and be listened to in a way that is rarely possible with family or friends. My experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses, those affected by issues and symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, addiction, relationship issues, questions of gender and sexuality.
Life can be challenging and can bring hardships, conflict and pain. Often people seek therapy at a moment of crisis where they want change in their lives. Psychotherapy offers the possibility for an individual to explore various aspects of their life and be listened to in a way that is rarely possible with family or friends. My experience includes working with psychiatric diagnoses, those affected by issues and symptoms of anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, addiction, relationship issues, questions of gender and sexuality.
My intention is to accompany you in a collaborative, receptive and active way in making a positive impact on your life and moving towards your goals by offering a non-judgmental space where you can explore parts of yourself and connect to your needs and resources to break out from old patterns and step into your highest potential. I view therapy as a joint creative process and I believe that each person has already what is needed to overcome their struggles when given the appriopriate environment and that through compassion for all parts of ourselves we step closer to reaching inner freedom and living the life we truly want.
My intention is to accompany you in a collaborative, receptive and active way in making a positive impact on your life and moving towards your goals by offering a non-judgmental space where you can explore parts of yourself and connect to your needs and resources to break out from old patterns and step into your highest potential. I view therapy as a joint creative process and I believe that each person has already what is needed to overcome their struggles when given the appriopriate environment and that through compassion for all parts of ourselves we step closer to reaching inner freedom and living the life we truly want.
Caroline Elliott Msc Iacp Accredited Lmc
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin A94 (Online Only)
I am accredited by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and a Licensed Mental Health Counsellor in the US. Throughout my career, I have dedicated my expertise and compassion to helping children, adolescents, families, and adults overcome various challenges to lead fulfilling lives. I allow individuals of all ages to feel heard, understood, and validated.
I am accredited by the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and a Licensed Mental Health Counsellor in the US. Throughout my career, I have dedicated my expertise and compassion to helping children, adolescents, families, and adults overcome various challenges to lead fulfilling lives. I allow individuals of all ages to feel heard, understood, and validated.
Alexandra Huber
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01 (Online Only)
Maybe you're feeling the weight of loss, trying to make sense of a relationship, or dealing with the pressures of always having to "be on" or appear "perfect." My clients are often navigating the ups and downs of relationships, struggling with burdensome patterns, questioning their sense of self, or simply feeling like something’s missing. Whatever brought you here, know that it’s a meaningful step.
Maybe you're feeling the weight of loss, trying to make sense of a relationship, or dealing with the pressures of always having to "be on" or appear "perfect." My clients are often navigating the ups and downs of relationships, struggling with burdensome patterns, questioning their sense of self, or simply feeling like something’s missing. Whatever brought you here, know that it’s a meaningful step.
My name is Anna Czuczman and I'm a founder of Eat At Ease Counselling. I'm a psychologist specializing in Nutritional Psychology, Eating Psychology and Mind Body Nutrition. My professional qualifications include MSc in Psychology, PgDip in Nutritional Psychology, Mind Body Nutritition Coaching and Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorders. I am helping clients who struggle with overeating, binge eating, emotional eating, food worry, weight worry, body image concerns, digestion, low mood and fatigue. I am originally from Poland, living and practicing in Ireland since 2016. I work in both Polish and English.
My name is Anna Czuczman and I'm a founder of Eat At Ease Counselling. I'm a psychologist specializing in Nutritional Psychology, Eating Psychology and Mind Body Nutrition. My professional qualifications include MSc in Psychology, PgDip in Nutritional Psychology, Mind Body Nutritition Coaching and Practitioner Skills for Eating Disorders. I am helping clients who struggle with overeating, binge eating, emotional eating, food worry, weight worry, body image concerns, digestion, low mood and fatigue. I am originally from Poland, living and practicing in Ireland since 2016. I work in both Polish and English.
Life can be difficult, and we all could do with that extra support at times. I am here to accompany you through your therapeutic journey and make sense of how you experience the world. I provide counselling and therapy services to people across a wide range of issues, for both adult and adolescent clients. I integrate various forms of therapy, including person centred, gestalt, and existentialism, to find the approach that meets your individual need
Life can be difficult, and we all could do with that extra support at times. I am here to accompany you through your therapeutic journey and make sense of how you experience the world. I provide counselling and therapy services to people across a wide range of issues, for both adult and adolescent clients. I integrate various forms of therapy, including person centred, gestalt, and existentialism, to find the approach that meets your individual need
I acknowledge and respect the unique experience that each person brings with them into psychotherapy. I integrate various forms of psychotherapy to suit each of my client's individual, and often changing, needs.
I acknowledge and respect the unique experience that each person brings with them into psychotherapy. I integrate various forms of psychotherapy to suit each of my client's individual, and often changing, needs.
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Chronic Illness Counsellors
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.