Female Counselling in Ashford, WW
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"At times in our lives we can feel over-whelmed, that we can’t cope, when depression and anxiety take over. At such times we can end up feeling stuck, not knowing what to do next. Old patterns of behaviour and coping strategies, which were once effective, may now operate as a stumbling block in our lives." Hi, my name is Sinéad and since qualifying as a Psychotherapist I have undergone further training in the areas of Somatics and Emotion Focused Therapy with an emphasis on working with trauma, loss and attachment. I use an integrative approach, adopting my therapeutic style to the specific needs of the client.
"At times in our lives we can feel over-whelmed, that we can’t cope, when depression and anxiety take over. At such times we can end up feeling stuck, not knowing what to do next. Old patterns of behaviour and coping strategies, which were once effective, may now operate as a stumbling block in our lives." Hi, my name is Sinéad and since qualifying as a Psychotherapist I have undergone further training in the areas of Somatics and Emotion Focused Therapy with an emphasis on working with trauma, loss and attachment. I use an integrative approach, adopting my therapeutic style to the specific needs of the client.
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I help couples who would like to stay together make it work! I use a solution-focused , evidence-based approach. Are you stressed by constant conflict, or worried that you are drifting apart? Are you scared that you are heading for divorce but have already tried couples counselling? Then you’ve come to the right place! I can help you move from where you are now to where you’d like to be. Let me show you how to overcome the difficulties that stand in the way of your happiness & how to repair and rebuild you relationship, using simple, practical, research-based steps.
I help couples who would like to stay together make it work! I use a solution-focused , evidence-based approach. Are you stressed by constant conflict, or worried that you are drifting apart? Are you scared that you are heading for divorce but have already tried couples counselling? Then you’ve come to the right place! I can help you move from where you are now to where you’d like to be. Let me show you how to overcome the difficulties that stand in the way of your happiness & how to repair and rebuild you relationship, using simple, practical, research-based steps.
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The Healing Mind
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Ashford, County Wicklow A67
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
I specialise in helping clients heal through past trauma through inner child work and working alongside this with self worth, anxiety, disabilities, trauma, depression, grief, relationships issues, low self esteem, pregnancy, fertility and postnatal. I help clients accept themselves and to become the best version of themselves.I aim to make pure genuine, authentic connections with my clients and creating a warmth, non-judgemental and safe space where clients can speak about what is on their mind and can explore their emotions and feel comfortable and supported within this space. I hold a BSC in counselling & Psychotherapy.
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Kilcoole Counselling
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Ashford, County Wicklow A67
Not accepting new clients
Address what's on your mind, or what's going on in your life, with an experienced, understanding, and empathetic professional.
Address what's on your mind, or what's going on in your life, with an experienced, understanding, and empathetic professional.
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Gabriela Bucur - Individual And Couples Therapy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Ashford, County Wicklow A67
Not accepting new clients
I am a qualified Multilingual ( Italian, Romanian, English) psychotherapist, and a pre-accredited member of Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) with a completed BA (Honours) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School (DBS). My training includes a number of different approaches: Person-Centred Approach, Psychoanalysis, Existentialism, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Body Psychotherapy, Integrative & Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Family & Systemic Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Psychopathology, Addictions, and Group Psychotherapy.
I am a qualified Multilingual ( Italian, Romanian, English) psychotherapist, and a pre-accredited member of Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) with a completed BA (Honours) degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School (DBS). My training includes a number of different approaches: Person-Centred Approach, Psychoanalysis, Existentialism, Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), Body Psychotherapy, Integrative & Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Family & Systemic Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Psychopathology, Addictions, and Group Psychotherapy.
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If you are feeling anxious, confused, depressed, unfulfilled, or are trying to adjust to a life change, therapy is a good choice. These feelings don't have to last forever. I work with people who are experiencing low self-esteem, relationship or family issues, sadness, body image or eating disorders, sexual issues, bereavement and trauma. Therapy is useful in creating a personal sanctuary where you can take time to reflect and understand the reasoning behind the decisions you have made, and for facilitating change in your life. In this process, I can help you see how the past is impacting the present and how you can get passed this.
If you are feeling anxious, confused, depressed, unfulfilled, or are trying to adjust to a life change, therapy is a good choice. These feelings don't have to last forever. I work with people who are experiencing low self-esteem, relationship or family issues, sadness, body image or eating disorders, sexual issues, bereavement and trauma. Therapy is useful in creating a personal sanctuary where you can take time to reflect and understand the reasoning behind the decisions you have made, and for facilitating change in your life. In this process, I can help you see how the past is impacting the present and how you can get passed this.
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Embodied Mind Psychotherapy & Counselling
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67
As a trauma-informed integrative humanistic psychotherapist & counsellor my primary goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. I understand that trauma can profoundly impact your life, affecting not only your mental health but also your sense of self and relationships with others. My approach combines evidence-based practices such as CFT blended with psychodynamic, person centred and somatic psychotherapy with a deep respect for your individuality, helping you to heal and find balance in your individual story.
As a trauma-informed integrative humanistic psychotherapist & counsellor my primary goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment where you can explore your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. I understand that trauma can profoundly impact your life, affecting not only your mental health but also your sense of self and relationships with others. My approach combines evidence-based practices such as CFT blended with psychodynamic, person centred and somatic psychotherapy with a deep respect for your individuality, helping you to heal and find balance in your individual story.
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Sheila Josephine Peelo
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67
I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with more than 30 years experience, much of that in public service, HSE and NHS. I specialise in primary care counselling and psychotherapy, adult mental health assessment, therapy and referral, trauma therapy, EAP counselling, CBT and clinical supervision.
I am a Psychologist and Psychotherapist with more than 30 years experience, much of that in public service, HSE and NHS. I specialise in primary care counselling and psychotherapy, adult mental health assessment, therapy and referral, trauma therapy, EAP counselling, CBT and clinical supervision.
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I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults. I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice. I have worked for many years at a senior level with complex trauma cases as a therapist, Clinical Coordinator and therapeutic Head of Department in conjunction with key stakeholders from health, education and residential care settings. My approach to each client is individual creative and empathic.
I am a Masters qualified, fully insured and accredited therapist with over 12 years experience working with adolescents, pre teens and adults. I have additional training in suicide prevention, child safeguarding, self harm, sexual health, trauma & restorative justice. I have worked for many years at a senior level with complex trauma cases as a therapist, Clinical Coordinator and therapeutic Head of Department in conjunction with key stakeholders from health, education and residential care settings. My approach to each client is individual creative and empathic.
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Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
Young people experiencing emotional and behavioural disturbances can find it challenging to communicate or understand why they feel this way. The process of Child Art Psychotherapy can benefit in many ways as it is relational and fosters consistency and containment. The psychoanalytic and psychodynamic approach of Art Psychotherapy incorporates verbal and non-verbal communication to gain insight into the child's thoughts and beliefs systems. The focus of therapy is to understand the unconscious material that influences behaviour and emotions in order to foster change and promote healthy psychological functioning.
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Donna Mc Cafferty (Online Only)
Psychotherapist, MSc, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67 (Online Only)
Hi, a very warm welcome to you. My name is Donna and I am passionate about helping people find hope, meaning, healing and peace within their lives and their relationships. I work from the perspective that just as every person, problem and challenge is unique and individual, so too are the things that will help.
Hi, a very warm welcome to you. My name is Donna and I am passionate about helping people find hope, meaning, healing and peace within their lives and their relationships. I work from the perspective that just as every person, problem and challenge is unique and individual, so too are the things that will help.
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I use an Integrative and Humanistic approach to psychotherapy and counselling and believe in the quality of the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe and supportive space for clients.
I use an Integrative and Humanistic approach to psychotherapy and counselling and believe in the quality of the therapeutic relationship to provide a safe and supportive space for clients.
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Cady Walker
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67
Starting therapy can be daunting and feel a little bit scary at times, that’s why I am here to help support you every step of the way. Offering a safe place for you to be heard and understood. I work with a multiple of presentations including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress, self-harm, adoption, bereavement, and body image. Collaboration for me is impetrative and this ensures your needs are met and understood.
Starting therapy can be daunting and feel a little bit scary at times, that’s why I am here to help support you every step of the way. Offering a safe place for you to be heard and understood. I work with a multiple of presentations including but not limited to depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, stress, self-harm, adoption, bereavement, and body image. Collaboration for me is impetrative and this ensures your needs are met and understood.
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I am a fully accredited psychotherapist working with adults and couples in private practice for over 15 years. I work within an integrative approach to psychotherapy and use a unique blend of talking therapy, breathwork, mindfulness, and meditation tools to help my clients regain emotional balance & resilience, build self-confidence and create thriving relationships. I'm passionate about providing them with a safe space, where they feel held and supported & can better understand and let go of unhealthy and limiting patterns and start to discover their true strengths and more authentic ways of showing up in the world.
I am a fully accredited psychotherapist working with adults and couples in private practice for over 15 years. I work within an integrative approach to psychotherapy and use a unique blend of talking therapy, breathwork, mindfulness, and meditation tools to help my clients regain emotional balance & resilience, build self-confidence and create thriving relationships. I'm passionate about providing them with a safe space, where they feel held and supported & can better understand and let go of unhealthy and limiting patterns and start to discover their true strengths and more authentic ways of showing up in the world.
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We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults mainly 40s-60s negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose following covid with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety and overwhelm, low mood, loss and bereavement and generally how to do life again, process trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
We can all feel a bit stuck sometimes... I offer a safe space to help make meaning and process what we are thinking and why. I work with adults mainly 40s-60s negotiating lifes changing dynamics as their parents age, or own children grow up. I work with adults moving into midlife, issues around self-esteem and finding purpose following covid with a new work/life balance. I also work with clients with difficulties in relationships parenting, anxiety and overwhelm, low mood, loss and bereavement and generally how to do life again, process trauma and pts and learning to feel safe.
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Hi, I’m Maria. I am a qualified and an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up). I am an Integrative Counsellor who is firmly rooted in a Person-Centred approach. I utilise different therapies within the process that could be of value to each client, including Mindfulness and CBT techniques. I approach therapy in a person-centred way to each client, allowing you to move at your own pace and make your own decisions, whilst providing a safe, non-judgemental environment for the you to do so.
Hi, I’m Maria. I am a qualified and an accredited counsellor and psychotherapist with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP). I work with adults and adolescents (aged 12 years up). I am an Integrative Counsellor who is firmly rooted in a Person-Centred approach. I utilise different therapies within the process that could be of value to each client, including Mindfulness and CBT techniques. I approach therapy in a person-centred way to each client, allowing you to move at your own pace and make your own decisions, whilst providing a safe, non-judgemental environment for the you to do so.
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Lorraine Mullervy
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67
Taking the first step into counselling can be challenging. With this always at the forefront of my mind I offer my clients a warm and empathic space to discuss their thoughts and feelings safely and confidentially.
Taking the first step into counselling can be challenging. With this always at the forefront of my mind I offer my clients a warm and empathic space to discuss their thoughts and feelings safely and confidentially.
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Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021. Therapy experience obtained within a variety of settings in private practice (since 2016) and previously in affordable counselling agencies. Annette works with Children aged 10 plus, Teens, Adults. Annette is a highly competent, sincere professional with a great ability for warmth and understanding. Annette creates a collaborative supportive relationship with the family when working with children and adolescents.
Annette has 25 years experience in Major Dublin Hospitals working in a wide variety of roles prior to her qualification as an IACP accredited therapist in 2015, with an MSc Degree in Child and Adolescent therapy 2021. Therapy experience obtained within a variety of settings in private practice (since 2016) and previously in affordable counselling agencies. Annette works with Children aged 10 plus, Teens, Adults. Annette is a highly competent, sincere professional with a great ability for warmth and understanding. Annette creates a collaborative supportive relationship with the family when working with children and adolescents.
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Maggie Lynch
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Wicklow, County Wicklow A67 (Online Only)
Life is not always straightforward, at times we can feel overwhelmed, stuck or alone. Relationships with others can be complicated and can cause stress, confusion and pain. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. My name is Maggie and I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and work with individuals. My aim is to walk alongside you for part of your journey, support you and help identify goals and solutions to issues while seeking to improve communication and coping skills. Counselling provides an opportunity to explore feelings, beliefs and behaviours and to identify aspects that individuals would like to change.
Life is not always straightforward, at times we can feel overwhelmed, stuck or alone. Relationships with others can be complicated and can cause stress, confusion and pain. You don’t have to figure it all out on your own. My name is Maggie and I am a qualified counsellor and psychotherapist and work with individuals. My aim is to walk alongside you for part of your journey, support you and help identify goals and solutions to issues while seeking to improve communication and coping skills. Counselling provides an opportunity to explore feelings, beliefs and behaviours and to identify aspects that individuals would like to change.
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I believe that each individual that comes through the doors is exactly that - an individual. Every client has their own unique needs and make up which is key in identifying in order to help facilitate recovery and growth. Life has many ups and downs for us all and at times we need help in working through some of the ups and downs. Finding the right therapist can be a valuable asset during these times and I'm a strong believer in the importance for each client in finding the "right fit" for them in order to really be able to get what they need from the therapy.
I believe that each individual that comes through the doors is exactly that - an individual. Every client has their own unique needs and make up which is key in identifying in order to help facilitate recovery and growth. Life has many ups and downs for us all and at times we need help in working through some of the ups and downs. Finding the right therapist can be a valuable asset during these times and I'm a strong believer in the importance for each client in finding the "right fit" for them in order to really be able to get what they need from the therapy.
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Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.