Counselling in Ballyvaughan
I have over 14 years experience working in both clinical and private practice settings. I provide therapy to individuals, with a wide range of issues including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am experienced working with a wide range of psychological and emotional issues such as Grief & Loss, Relationship Issues, Work Related Issues, Health Related Issues, Identity Issues, Parental Challenges, Self Esteem and Self Image.
I have over 14 years experience working in both clinical and private practice settings. I provide therapy to individuals, with a wide range of issues including anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, relationship issues, and life transitions. I am experienced working with a wide range of psychological and emotional issues such as Grief & Loss, Relationship Issues, Work Related Issues, Health Related Issues, Identity Issues, Parental Challenges, Self Esteem and Self Image.
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My approach is collaborative, non-judgemental and warm and my goal is to understand your specific experience and needs. I use a variety of approaches that are person centred, this means that I value you as a human being above all else. I believe that therapy helps us develop an understanding of feelings and emotions, while creating a space for change to happen. It offers the opportunity to break free from old patterns that no longer serve us, and be more self-accepting, and more connected to others. Our problems are unique to us and only we can create the solution that will work for us as individuals.
My approach is collaborative, non-judgemental and warm and my goal is to understand your specific experience and needs. I use a variety of approaches that are person centred, this means that I value you as a human being above all else. I believe that therapy helps us develop an understanding of feelings and emotions, while creating a space for change to happen. It offers the opportunity to break free from old patterns that no longer serve us, and be more self-accepting, and more connected to others. Our problems are unique to us and only we can create the solution that will work for us as individuals.
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Niamh O'Brien Bromley
Psychotherapist, IAHIP Assoc
Verified Verified
Ballyvaughan, County Clare H91
Waitlist for new clients
I aim to provide you with a safe, welcoming space where you can ‘bring all of you’, where we can begin the process of exploring the reasons that bring you to therapy, in a compassionate space, that allows you to reflect and gain greater clarity. I firmly believe that the process of being heard and witnessed enables us to open to aspects of our ourselves and our lives that we are normally reluctant to acknowledge but are the foundations of change. I work from the belief that each person is unique, therefore the therapeutic process is unique to each person and will depend largely on your specific goals, desires and needs.
I aim to provide you with a safe, welcoming space where you can ‘bring all of you’, where we can begin the process of exploring the reasons that bring you to therapy, in a compassionate space, that allows you to reflect and gain greater clarity. I firmly believe that the process of being heard and witnessed enables us to open to aspects of our ourselves and our lives that we are normally reluctant to acknowledge but are the foundations of change. I work from the belief that each person is unique, therefore the therapeutic process is unique to each person and will depend largely on your specific goals, desires and needs.
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Mindful Practice Counselling and Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, MA, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballyvaughan, County Clare H91
Perhaps you’re considering therapy and have questions regarding the process or maybe you are searching for a psychotherapist for someone you care about. It may feel like a risk when you open yourself up to ask for help. I want to acknowledge and honour the moment of vulnerability as a strength. Life is challenging and you don’t have to go through it alone.
Perhaps you’re considering therapy and have questions regarding the process or maybe you are searching for a psychotherapist for someone you care about. It may feel like a risk when you open yourself up to ask for help. I want to acknowledge and honour the moment of vulnerability as a strength. Life is challenging and you don’t have to go through it alone.
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Edel Tryse
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ballyvaughan, County Clare H91
I'm Edel, a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and coach dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for individuals seeking support on their personal and emotional journeys. In my practice, I cultivate a calm and warm environment where clients can explore and harness their own strengths. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we need a guiding hand to navigate its complexities. I believe that each person possesses unique strengths and resilience that can be tapped into for personal growth and healing.
I'm Edel, a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and coach dedicated to providing a safe and nurturing space for individuals seeking support on their personal and emotional journeys. In my practice, I cultivate a calm and warm environment where clients can explore and harness their own strengths. Life can be challenging, and sometimes we need a guiding hand to navigate its complexities. I believe that each person possesses unique strengths and resilience that can be tapped into for personal growth and healing.
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Toni Knowles Clarity Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Ruan, County Clare V95
I am a qualified teacher and qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have a private practice and used to work for many years in a Youth Centre. CBT is an effective way of working that enables people to help themselves through emotional and social challenges. I work with adults and teenagers, helping them with anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, bullying, transitional changes, stress, issues with OCD, body image and other issues that challenge wellbeing.
I am a qualified teacher and qualified Cognitive Behavioural Therapist. I have a private practice and used to work for many years in a Youth Centre. CBT is an effective way of working that enables people to help themselves through emotional and social challenges. I work with adults and teenagers, helping them with anxiety, depression, self esteem issues, bullying, transitional changes, stress, issues with OCD, body image and other issues that challenge wellbeing.
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Lotus Counselling Cavan - Roisin Kenny
Psychotherapist, DCounsPsych, MIACP
Verified Verified
Cavan, County Cavan H12
Private and confidential Counselling sessions in a safe non invasive space. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist, covering a wide range of issues. Special interest in CBT. Long and short term therapy. Focusing on client needs. Look after your mental health, therapy is a safe place.
Private and confidential Counselling sessions in a safe non invasive space. I am an Integrative Psychotherapist, covering a wide range of issues. Special interest in CBT. Long and short term therapy. Focusing on client needs. Look after your mental health, therapy is a safe place.
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Are you feeling gripped by anxiety, stress or depression, over thinking things, experiencing flashbacks or panic attacks or just not feeling yourself and not sure why? If so I am here to help you. I offer a friendly, safe and non judgemental space for you to talk openly and explore those things which are affecting you. I will help you to identify and understand why situations keep occurring in your life. I believe when we are truly heard and held in a safe environment we can improve our mental health as well as have a greater understanding of how to deal with future challenges. I work with adults, couples and young people.
Are you feeling gripped by anxiety, stress or depression, over thinking things, experiencing flashbacks or panic attacks or just not feeling yourself and not sure why? If so I am here to help you. I offer a friendly, safe and non judgemental space for you to talk openly and explore those things which are affecting you. I will help you to identify and understand why situations keep occurring in your life. I believe when we are truly heard and held in a safe environment we can improve our mental health as well as have a greater understanding of how to deal with future challenges. I work with adults, couples and young people.
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I work with people with various presenting issues whose common denominator is that they need a positive change or changes in their lives. It could be mental health issues, major life crises, simply feeling lost or stuck at certain points in their lives, or being overwhelmed by daily demands. They all have taken the very first steps towards getting better by contacting a therapist and asking for an appointment.
I work with people with various presenting issues whose common denominator is that they need a positive change or changes in their lives. It could be mental health issues, major life crises, simply feeling lost or stuck at certain points in their lives, or being overwhelmed by daily demands. They all have taken the very first steps towards getting better by contacting a therapist and asking for an appointment.
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Laura holds graduate degrees from Boston University and the University of Galway. She is interested in the intersections of culture and psychology and is currently working on doctoral research in that area. Aside from psychotherapy with individuals, Laura has worked as a counsellor in a variety of settings within community mental health for over 20 years. She has experience treating most issues, as well as working with folks from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. She strives to provide a welcoming, supportive, judgement-free environment for all. Laura is interested in culturally-competent, holistic care.
Laura holds graduate degrees from Boston University and the University of Galway. She is interested in the intersections of culture and psychology and is currently working on doctoral research in that area. Aside from psychotherapy with individuals, Laura has worked as a counsellor in a variety of settings within community mental health for over 20 years. She has experience treating most issues, as well as working with folks from a wide range of backgrounds and abilities. She strives to provide a welcoming, supportive, judgement-free environment for all. Laura is interested in culturally-competent, holistic care.
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David Morrin
Damhachtain Ardoideachais agus Oiliúna, MA
Verified Verified
Claremorris, County Mayo F12 (Online Only)
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma or life direction, I believe my therapeutic experience can help you. I firmly believe that when we transform our relationship with ourselves we help reconstruct our relationship to the world around us. My goal is to support you in creating new choices established in the present rather than the past and gently guide you to a place of self care rather than self criticism.
If you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma or life direction, I believe my therapeutic experience can help you. I firmly believe that when we transform our relationship with ourselves we help reconstruct our relationship to the world around us. My goal is to support you in creating new choices established in the present rather than the past and gently guide you to a place of self care rather than self criticism.
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Hi, I'm Sean, and I bring a unique perspective to therapy as both a therapist and a client. I understand firsthand the daunting and maybe overwhelming task of embarking into counselling and therapy. My main aim is to create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where clients feel safe to explore their inner struggles, emotions,thoughts and behaviours. Together, we'll address the hurdles you're encountering and tackle them collaboratively. By integrating various psychotherapy and counselling methods, I customise our sessions to suit your individual requirements, ensuring a thoughtful and impactful exploration of your inner landscape.
Hi, I'm Sean, and I bring a unique perspective to therapy as both a therapist and a client. I understand firsthand the daunting and maybe overwhelming task of embarking into counselling and therapy. My main aim is to create a nurturing and inclusive atmosphere where clients feel safe to explore their inner struggles, emotions,thoughts and behaviours. Together, we'll address the hurdles you're encountering and tackle them collaboratively. By integrating various psychotherapy and counselling methods, I customise our sessions to suit your individual requirements, ensuring a thoughtful and impactful exploration of your inner landscape.
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For all clientele to grow towards inner freedom so they can enjoy a rich, full life & overcome personal difficulties. By providing kindness, skills, encouragement and necessary challenge to people who want help, I use helpful skills within a confidential, non-judgemental & safe trauma informed practice space. Because we are all unique, I draw from a broad range of methods using a strengths based approach. My extensive training, support, experience and maturity in this field has helped clients find genuine, positive change. See more about me at www.fulllifetherapy.com
For all clientele to grow towards inner freedom so they can enjoy a rich, full life & overcome personal difficulties. By providing kindness, skills, encouragement and necessary challenge to people who want help, I use helpful skills within a confidential, non-judgemental & safe trauma informed practice space. Because we are all unique, I draw from a broad range of methods using a strengths based approach. My extensive training, support, experience and maturity in this field has helped clients find genuine, positive change. See more about me at www.fulllifetherapy.com
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Unfortunately I am not taking on any new clients for the foreseeable future. I will update again should this change - Are you struggling with issues of self-worth and self-esteem? Perhaps growing up it was difficult to get your needs met or to develop a strong sense of self. As a result, you may experience issues of identity, confidence, addiction, anxiety or a sense of chronic loneliness or emptiness. Perhaps you very hard on yourself or you look to others to give you a feeling of being good enough? If so, you might seek a sense of worth through relationships, spirituality or perfectionism.
Unfortunately I am not taking on any new clients for the foreseeable future. I will update again should this change - Are you struggling with issues of self-worth and self-esteem? Perhaps growing up it was difficult to get your needs met or to develop a strong sense of self. As a result, you may experience issues of identity, confidence, addiction, anxiety or a sense of chronic loneliness or emptiness. Perhaps you very hard on yourself or you look to others to give you a feeling of being good enough? If so, you might seek a sense of worth through relationships, spirituality or perfectionism.
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Sometimes support is needed with life's challenges. I have many years of training and experience in dealing with many of these issues. I can offer a safe and confidential space where we can begin to look at what is happening for you in your life and where we can work together to help you move forward to a more comfortable way of living.
Sometimes support is needed with life's challenges. I have many years of training and experience in dealing with many of these issues. I can offer a safe and confidential space where we can begin to look at what is happening for you in your life and where we can work together to help you move forward to a more comfortable way of living.
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I am an integrative counsellor using a foundation of Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamics. This flexible approach is designed to meet your unique therapeutic needs and goals. I volunteer as a counsellor in the Nano Nagle Center in Carrick on Suir while having my own private practice in Tipperary. I am presently working for Cahir Community Youth Project. I was a volunteer worker with the homeless in Thurles. I am also a Bio-Energy therapist for the last 10 years.
I am an integrative counsellor using a foundation of Person-Centred Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Psychodynamics. This flexible approach is designed to meet your unique therapeutic needs and goals. I volunteer as a counsellor in the Nano Nagle Center in Carrick on Suir while having my own private practice in Tipperary. I am presently working for Cahir Community Youth Project. I was a volunteer worker with the homeless in Thurles. I am also a Bio-Energy therapist for the last 10 years.
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Sometimes we need a non-bias“outside” perspective to hear our own voices. As an integrative therapist I utilize approaches including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, Solution focused, mindfulness etc. depending on the needs and requests of each individual. Pulling apart what may often feel like a tangled ball of wool in ones head in order to recognise, prioritize and cope with the sometimes over whelming thoughts, feeling and behaviors that present. Providing a secure, non-judgmental, confidential environment in which you can safely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns at a rate that is comfortable to you
Sometimes we need a non-bias“outside” perspective to hear our own voices. As an integrative therapist I utilize approaches including CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, Solution focused, mindfulness etc. depending on the needs and requests of each individual. Pulling apart what may often feel like a tangled ball of wool in ones head in order to recognise, prioritize and cope with the sometimes over whelming thoughts, feeling and behaviors that present. Providing a secure, non-judgmental, confidential environment in which you can safely express your thoughts, feelings, and concerns at a rate that is comfortable to you
I am here to provide support, empathy, no judgement and my expertise in all areas of mental health as I have been working in the industry for fifteen years.
I am here to provide support, empathy, no judgement and my expertise in all areas of mental health as I have been working in the industry for fifteen years.
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Dr. Mou Sultana's practice is informed with evidence based techniques and integrative methods. Treatment plans are designed employing a collaborative approach with clients based on their individual needs to suit their individual goals at the pace of the client.
Dr. Mou Sultana's practice is informed with evidence based techniques and integrative methods. Treatment plans are designed employing a collaborative approach with clients based on their individual needs to suit their individual goals at the pace of the client.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Ballyvaughan
< 10
Counsellors in Ballyvaughan who prioritize treating:
80% | Relationship Issues |
80% | Parenting |
80% | Trauma and PTSD |
80% | Self Esteem |
80% | Stress |
80% | Life Transitions |
60% | Depression |
Average years in practice
10 Years
Gender breakdown
100% | Female |
How Counsellors in Ballyvaughan see their clients
100% | In Person and Online |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Ballyvaughan?
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Is everyone in the Psychology Today Therapy Directory a licensed therapist?
Most Counsellors and Psychotherapists listed in the directory are accredited members of the main professional associations, mainly the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP) and the Irish Council for Psychotherapy (ICP). Most Psychologists are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI).
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
Providers whose professional membership or primary credential has been verified by Psychology Today are signified by a “Verified” symbol. Given that professional memberships are not a statutory requirement in Ireland, certain qualified professionals or organisations may choose not to maintain such memberships despite possessing the necessary qualifications. They may be selectively included without the “Verified” seal.
What’s the difference between a psychologist, a therapist, and a counsellor?
Counsellors, psychotherapists and psychologists can all provide counselling or talking therapy and have credentials and supervised, practical experience that enable them to do so in Ireland. Psychologists have earned a doctoral degree in psychology and many are accredited members of the Psychological Society of Ireland (PSI). Counsellors and Psychotherapists are not required to have a doctoral degree, but to belong to a professional organisation such as the IACP or ICP, they must complete a minimum of an NFQ Level 7 programme with 100 hours of clinical experience and a minimum of 450 hours of post-training clinical experience under clinical supervision.
What type of therapy is right for me?
The type of therapy best suited to a particular individual depends on several factors, including their primary reason for seeking therapy, their preferred timeline (some therapy types last for a set number of sessions, while others are open-ended), and their personality and preferences—some may prefer a more structured approach. For many individuals, multiple types of therapy could provide a good fit.
How much does therapy cost?
The cost of therapy depends on a number of variables, including location and the therapist’s experience and training. On average, a therapy session in Ireland could cost between €50 – €90 when seeing a counsellor and €75 - €120 or more when seeing a clinical psychologist. If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
What are more affordable or low cost therapy solutions?
Many therapists offer sliding scale payments, usually on a limited number of slots, which consists in an agreement between the therapist and a client to pay a reduced rate. Therapists who provide such arrangements often consider the client's income or ability to pay, but the extent of the discount is ultimately at the therapist's discretion. Furthermore, while group therapy may have different goals and benefits compared to individual therapy, it can be a more affordable solution to address certain types of issues.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
If you are struggling to access therapy due to budget constraints, you could also consider public funded mental health services. The National Counselling Service (NCS) is a government-funded service that provides short to medium term counselling and psychotherapy for free to individuals who have experienced trauma or abuse. The service can be accessed by GP referral or self-referral.
Is online therapy cheaper than in-person therapy?
Many therapists charge the same amount for online therapy as they do for in-person therapy—though clients may still find this cost-effective if it cuts down on their transportation costs. Health insurance plans often offer equivalent coverage for online and in-person therapy; indeed, in many places, they are legally required to do so. Text-based or on-demand therapy apps may be cheaper than traditional one-on-one psychotherapy; however, the practice may be less effective and is not likely to be covered by insurance.
Is online therapy a good option?
Therapy conducted online can be just as effective as in-person therapy, as long as there is a strong alliance between the client and the therapist. To find a therapist who provides telehealth services to clients in your area, click “Online Therapy” on the directory homepage and search by your city or town or your eircode.
Are therapy sessions confidential?
Therapists who are part of a professional organisation such as the IACP, the ICP, or PSI are bound by an ethical framework that requires them to uphold a confidentiality agreement. Confidentiality is a crucial part of the therapeutic relationship and only under specific circumstances, such as when there is the potential or known harm to the client or others or when a child is in danger, will a therapist be obligated to break the agreement. These exceptions to the confidentiality agreement are usually discussed during the initial consultation.