Existential Counselling in Waterford

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Trish Carroll
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91  (Online Only)
I am an integrative Psychotherapist using person-centred, CBT, existential, gestalt and psychodynamic approaches.
Therapy is food for the soul ! You can disclose what you feel comfortable talking about at your own pace in a confidential, safe, private space. Many people come to therapy to help with current struggles or past experiences, but many also attend just to maintain a good mindset. Each person’s life experience is different and as we know sometimes it can be challenging, therefore talking can help to clear our minds, uncover our struggles, and understand our emotions. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be very rewarding. Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Looking forward to meeting you :)
I am an integrative Psychotherapist using person-centred, CBT, existential, gestalt and psychodynamic approaches.
Therapy is food for the soul ! You can disclose what you feel comfortable talking about at your own pace in a confidential, safe, private space. Many people come to therapy to help with current struggles or past experiences, but many also attend just to maintain a good mindset. Each person’s life experience is different and as we know sometimes it can be challenging, therefore talking can help to clear our minds, uncover our struggles, and understand our emotions. Therapy can be challenging, but it can also be very rewarding. Everyone deserves to be heard and supported. Looking forward to meeting you :)
(01) 267 6527 x68 View (01) 267 6527 x68
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Tim Walsh Counselling, Psychotherapy & Training
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
I am committed to providing person-centred, confidential and non-judgemental psychotherapy, training and support services which cater to the individual needs of my clients - who either self-refer or are referred by their GP or other health professionals. My approach to psychotherapy is Person-Centred and Integrative. This means I draw from a range of techniques and therapies including: CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Gestalt and Existential; to practice a holistic, down-to-earth style of therapy; blending clinical expertise with sensitivity, perception, intuition and humour, if appropriate.
I am committed to providing person-centred, confidential and non-judgemental psychotherapy, training and support services which cater to the individual needs of my clients - who either self-refer or are referred by their GP or other health professionals. My approach to psychotherapy is Person-Centred and Integrative. This means I draw from a range of techniques and therapies including: CBT, EFT, Mindfulness, Psychodynamic, Gestalt and Existential; to practice a holistic, down-to-earth style of therapy; blending clinical expertise with sensitivity, perception, intuition and humour, if appropriate.
(01) 592 4196 x93 View (01) 592 4196 x93
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James Lyster Counselling & Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Waterford, County Waterford Y34
I provide support for a variety of mental health concerns to adults and adolescents over the age of 13. I have over 20 years of experience in helping professions. Providing care, support, safeguarding, guidance and advocacy often in times of crisis and emergency. I have supported victims of abuse, neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, marginalization, discrimination and chronic illnesses. I have experience with a diverse variety of people; always offering the values of respect, acceptance, understanding and compassion.
I provide support for a variety of mental health concerns to adults and adolescents over the age of 13. I have over 20 years of experience in helping professions. Providing care, support, safeguarding, guidance and advocacy often in times of crisis and emergency. I have supported victims of abuse, neglect, sexual assault, domestic violence, marginalization, discrimination and chronic illnesses. I have experience with a diverse variety of people; always offering the values of respect, acceptance, understanding and compassion.
(01) 568 2872 x92 View (01) 568 2872 x92
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Peter Scanlon
Psychologist, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
I’m an Associate Fellow and Chartered Counselling Psychologist with the Psychological Society of Ireland (memb. no. 087638). I am also an Associate Fellow and Chartered Psychologist with the British Psychological Society (memb. no M4479C). With both the British Psychological Society and the Irish Psychological Society I am a Senior Practitioner on both their ‘Registers of Psychologists Specialising in Psychotherapy’. For more information see About - www.peterscanlon.com.
(01) 267 6675 x97 View (01) 267 6675 x97
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Mind Healing Counselling
Counsellor, APCP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Hi. I’m Liam Farrell. I’m a Counsellor and a Psychotherapist based in Limerick. More specifically I am someone who helps to spark change in people’s lives. I help individuals who want to feel satisfied with their lives but feel like no matter what they do it just leads to stress and frustration. I will support you in exploring your history and uncovering patterns you may not even be aware of so that you can begin to have more control of your emotions and be excited about your future again.
Hi. I’m Liam Farrell. I’m a Counsellor and a Psychotherapist based in Limerick. More specifically I am someone who helps to spark change in people’s lives. I help individuals who want to feel satisfied with their lives but feel like no matter what they do it just leads to stress and frustration. I will support you in exploring your history and uncovering patterns you may not even be aware of so that you can begin to have more control of your emotions and be excited about your future again.
(01) 568 2872 x56 View (01) 568 2872 x56
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John Castleford ... At Life-Minded
MA
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
We think too much. Especially when worrying and anxious, when it can seem like our brain is on steroids. Because we are an intelligent species our brain has evolved to keep in mind our storehouse of memories of past stressful events. But retrieving pat stresses inevitably keeps the pains in the past very much in the present. Neuroscience shows we are wired to be acutely aware of potential dangers. And that's been evolutionarily advantageous. BUT you don't want to be feeling continually stressed. So, how do you WANT to feel instead? You certainly don't want to feel a prisoner of your feelings. How best to feel in control?
We think too much. Especially when worrying and anxious, when it can seem like our brain is on steroids. Because we are an intelligent species our brain has evolved to keep in mind our storehouse of memories of past stressful events. But retrieving pat stresses inevitably keeps the pains in the past very much in the present. Neuroscience shows we are wired to be acutely aware of potential dangers. And that's been evolutionarily advantageous. BUT you don't want to be feeling continually stressed. So, how do you WANT to feel instead? You certainly don't want to feel a prisoner of your feelings. How best to feel in control?
(01) 267 6641 x32 View (01) 267 6641 x32
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Angela Maria Mackey
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, County Waterford X91
I am a qualified psychotherapist and a pre-accredited member of the IACP. My work experience includes bereavement, anxiety, life changes and relationship issues. I have a passion for helping people overcome obstacles to being their authentic self. Self acceptance and compassion are key aspects of my practice.
I am a qualified psychotherapist and a pre-accredited member of the IACP. My work experience includes bereavement, anxiety, life changes and relationship issues. I have a passion for helping people overcome obstacles to being their authentic self. Self acceptance and compassion are key aspects of my practice.
(01) 230 8537 x60 View (01) 230 8537 x60
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Online Psychologists
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91  (Online Only)
Richard is a Counselling Psychologist and a Chartered member of the Psychological Society of Ireland. He works with people who have a deep desire to change the patterns within their relationships, either with themselves or with others. Richard has worked with clients from 4 to 94, in a variety of different setting, from primary care public health services, to the hospice service. He has worked with people with present with a number of different issues, from addiction to trauma, which are often interlinked.
Richard is a Counselling Psychologist and a Chartered member of the Psychological Society of Ireland. He works with people who have a deep desire to change the patterns within their relationships, either with themselves or with others. Richard has worked with clients from 4 to 94, in a variety of different setting, from primary care public health services, to the hospice service. He has worked with people with present with a number of different issues, from addiction to trauma, which are often interlinked.
(01) 568 2872 x55 View (01) 568 2872 x55
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The Anxiety Clinic
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Have you finally got to that point in your struggle with anxiety that you really want to deal with it? If you are, I’m here to help you. Together we can help you make the journey out of your anxiety. I can help you manage your anxious thoughts more effectively, by reducing your levels of anxiety and enjoy life without worrying all the time.
Have you finally got to that point in your struggle with anxiety that you really want to deal with it? If you are, I’m here to help you. Together we can help you make the journey out of your anxiety. I can help you manage your anxious thoughts more effectively, by reducing your levels of anxiety and enjoy life without worrying all the time.
086 730 9213 View 086 730 9213
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Aisling O'Connor
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
I am a qualified counsellor and an accredited member of IACP. I work with clients in a person-centred way, focusing on the lived experience and current challenges that each person brings to the therapy space and integrating a variety of therapeutic approaches.
087 791 0560 View 087 791 0560
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Mary McCarthy
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Are you experiencing emotional pain in your life and feel overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? Do you feel like you are really struggling & need support? Have you issues around self esteem, confidence, relationships, bullying, workplace problems, Fertility, weight? If so, I understand & I can help you. To begin the healing process we will focus on your specific goals & give structure to the therapy. I will support you to learn new skills to deal with your problems. I am also a qualified Career Guidance Practitioner & work therapeutically with adolescents. As a HR professional I have years of experience dealing with workplace issues.
Are you experiencing emotional pain in your life and feel overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? Do you feel like you are really struggling & need support? Have you issues around self esteem, confidence, relationships, bullying, workplace problems, Fertility, weight? If so, I understand & I can help you. To begin the healing process we will focus on your specific goals & give structure to the therapy. I will support you to learn new skills to deal with your problems. I am also a qualified Career Guidance Practitioner & work therapeutically with adolescents. As a HR professional I have years of experience dealing with workplace issues.
(01) 568 2872 x79 View (01) 568 2872 x79
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Audrey Barlow
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
No man is an island! Yet connection with others is not always easy. I work with Adult & Adolescent clients with relationship issues, low self-esteem, social anxiety, depression, stresses of everyday living, may have suffered abuse, bereavement and loss, or had a difficult childhood where their needs were not met. Are you feeling unsettled, overwhelmed or in distress? I help the client explore within themselves to gain clarity, perspective and understanding about themselves and their lives, enabling them to move forward through the blocks in their path to embody a more positive future for themselves.
No man is an island! Yet connection with others is not always easy. I work with Adult & Adolescent clients with relationship issues, low self-esteem, social anxiety, depression, stresses of everyday living, may have suffered abuse, bereavement and loss, or had a difficult childhood where their needs were not met. Are you feeling unsettled, overwhelmed or in distress? I help the client explore within themselves to gain clarity, perspective and understanding about themselves and their lives, enabling them to move forward through the blocks in their path to embody a more positive future for themselves.
(01) 592 4196 x54 View (01) 592 4196 x54
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Anna Czuczman
Psychologist, MSc, MPSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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Mary Brennan
Psychologist, MSc, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
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.
(01) 267 6675 x83 View (01) 267 6675 x83
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Dr. Michelle Hopkins Chartered Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91  (Online Only)
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.
(061) 572 524 x35 View (061) 572 524 x35
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Evelyn Barlow
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford Y34
Not accepting new clients
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? Sometimes the demands of modern life can make us feel out of control. When we are suffering, we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We can lose confidence and make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. The coping strategies we adopted in childhood can become our defensive mechanisms in adulthood and we can often find ourselves repeating old patterns of behaviour that don't work but we don't know how to find a way to break the cycle.
Feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious? Sometimes the demands of modern life can make us feel out of control. When we are suffering, we tend to look at all that is wrong in our lives. We can lose confidence and make judgements and assumptions about ourselves or our situations that focus mainly on the negative. The coping strategies we adopted in childhood can become our defensive mechanisms in adulthood and we can often find ourselves repeating old patterns of behaviour that don't work but we don't know how to find a way to break the cycle.
085 724 4175 View 085 724 4175

Online Therapists

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Ciarán Everitt
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D01
I am particularly interested in attachment issues and existential issues of finding meaning and purpose in one’s life.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
I am particularly interested in attachment issues and existential issues of finding meaning and purpose in one’s life.
I offer individual counselling and psychotherapy with clients wishing to explore a wide range of issues such as anxiety, depression, relationship issues, anger issues, self-esteem, meaning in life, bereavement, personal development, childhood trauma, suicide intervention.
(01) 267 6641 x34 View (01) 267 6641 x34
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John Bourke
Psychotherapist, MA, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D14
Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Existential and Body based modalities) to develop with the client their path towards psychological health and self agency.
There are many reasons people seek psychotherapy, including finding understanding, support, hope, insight and relief from different kinds of suffering - Stress (e.g. related to their family, a particular relationship, in the work place - burn out, bullying...); Anxiety/ Panic; Traumas of different kinds (sexual, emotional...); Depression; Low Self Esteem; Grief; Bereavement. The sources of suffering can be complex and hard to access on one's own. The unique ground and fabric of the therapeutic relationship can provide a powerful resource towards healing and vitality.
Psychodynamic, Gestalt, Existential and Body based modalities) to develop with the client their path towards psychological health and self agency.
There are many reasons people seek psychotherapy, including finding understanding, support, hope, insight and relief from different kinds of suffering - Stress (e.g. related to their family, a particular relationship, in the work place - burn out, bullying...); Anxiety/ Panic; Traumas of different kinds (sexual, emotional...); Depression; Low Self Esteem; Grief; Bereavement. The sources of suffering can be complex and hard to access on one's own. The unique ground and fabric of the therapeutic relationship can provide a powerful resource towards healing and vitality.
(01) 263 0393 x61 View (01) 263 0393 x61
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Dr. Gary Lynch
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, MBPsS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D6W
Gary believes that everyone has a unique life experience, and therefore chooses the approach best suited to the individual and issue. The role of the Psychologist is to explore each client’s personal world and problems and give them tools to understand and better their lives. Gary’s principle orientation is existential, which mainly examines the choices, freedoms and limitations of a person’s life. He also works using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy where appropriate and has trained extensively in Psychodynamic practice. Gary has worked with adults and adolescents dealing with various therapeutic issues from depression to anger issues.
Gary believes that everyone has a unique life experience, and therefore chooses the approach best suited to the individual and issue. The role of the Psychologist is to explore each client’s personal world and problems and give them tools to understand and better their lives. Gary’s principle orientation is existential, which mainly examines the choices, freedoms and limitations of a person’s life. He also works using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy where appropriate and has trained extensively in Psychodynamic practice. Gary has worked with adults and adolescents dealing with various therapeutic issues from depression to anger issues.
087 175 5790 View 087 175 5790
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Lorraine Jenkins
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Sallins, County Kildare W91
Waitlist for new clients
Open to the existential approaches, worked in cancer support and a specialism in Bereavement.
I provide a nonjudgmental space to explore options and to enhance resilience. Building self esteem and challenging behaviours, which are interfering with ability to cope with day to day. Enhancing skills and building coping mechanisms.
Open to the existential approaches, worked in cancer support and a specialism in Bereavement.
I provide a nonjudgmental space to explore options and to enhance resilience. Building self esteem and challenging behaviours, which are interfering with ability to cope with day to day. Enhancing skills and building coping mechanisms.
(01) 267 6681 x17 View (01) 267 6681 x17

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How does existential therapy work?

Existential therapy focuses on a patient’s inner experiences. The therapist tries to help the individual comprehend and alleviate symptoms by exploring their interior life. By confronting negative disquiet and emotions, the individual will hopefully become more open to finding meaning and purpose. This therapy can be administered to individuals or groups.

Is existential therapy evidence-based?

Existential therapy is an evidence-based practice. Research has determined that existential therapy can lead to significant improvement in the mental health of patients, and for some people it can be just as effective as cognitive behavioural therapy. The benefits of existential therapy are enduring, even long after treatment has ended.

How long does existential therapy last?

The goal of existential therapy is to understand a person’s internal experiences, which may sound like a lengthy process, but it does not have to be so in-depth. However, sessions are not short-term, and therapy can continue for months or up to a year. And because patients learn the theory behind existential therapy during treatment, they can also practice its tenets throughout life after therapy sessions have been completed.

Is existential therapy effective?

According to research, many patients find success with existential therapy. Researchers note that the therapy is particularly useful in improving feelings of isolation, feelings of purposelessness, as well as conditions such as anxiety and depression. Improvements in problem areas can persist even after the end of existential therapy, as individuals can continue working on themselves by using the tools they’ve developed during treatment.