Counselling in Waterford
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You may have recently entered into a new relationship or had a significant change in your life and suddenly feel overcome with strong emotions. Or you may be feeling unable to feel anything, which is impacting your ability to enjoy life. You might find that anxious thoughts are getting in the way, that your sleep is poor and you are less able to cope with stress. I want to support you to overcome your symptoms and experiences to lead a better life. I will help you by tracing the origins of your feelings to help you overcome them for good rather than just giving you tips and tricks. But don't worry, there will also be tips and tricks
You may have recently entered into a new relationship or had a significant change in your life and suddenly feel overcome with strong emotions. Or you may be feeling unable to feel anything, which is impacting your ability to enjoy life. You might find that anxious thoughts are getting in the way, that your sleep is poor and you are less able to cope with stress. I want to support you to overcome your symptoms and experiences to lead a better life. I will help you by tracing the origins of your feelings to help you overcome them for good rather than just giving you tips and tricks. But don't worry, there will also be tips and tricks
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I am an experienced and fully accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist. I offer confidential 1 -2- 1 telephone and online counselling to explore any difficulties you may be facing in a space and at a time that suits you. I work with wide range of issues: including anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, stress, grief and loss, low self esteem, sexuality, infertility, trauma.I practice as a Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist. I believe in the healing power of nature and integrate it into my practice.
I am an experienced and fully accredited Counsellor & Psychotherapist. I offer confidential 1 -2- 1 telephone and online counselling to explore any difficulties you may be facing in a space and at a time that suits you. I work with wide range of issues: including anxiety, panic attacks, PTSD, depression, stress, grief and loss, low self esteem, sexuality, infertility, trauma.I practice as a Integrative Counsellor & Psychotherapist. I believe in the healing power of nature and integrate it into my practice.
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Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am an IAHIP accredited Gestalt psychotherapist that offers you a space to explore and get to know yourself more. This experience can be facilitated in nature or indoors. Gestalt psychotherapy works from an holistic, whole body perspective including the often unspoken or unaware parts of us. I am curious and interested in your story and how it may be influencing how you live your life today. If you are experiencing difficulties at present, give me a call. I can meet face to face, online or by phone.
Thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. I am an IAHIP accredited Gestalt psychotherapist that offers you a space to explore and get to know yourself more. This experience can be facilitated in nature or indoors. Gestalt psychotherapy works from an holistic, whole body perspective including the often unspoken or unaware parts of us. I am curious and interested in your story and how it may be influencing how you live your life today. If you are experiencing difficulties at present, give me a call. I can meet face to face, online or by phone.
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Common issues that people seek to explore In therapy and which I have assisted clients with include: addiction, bullying, complex post traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, finding meaning, major life decisions, relationship issues, post traumatic stress, mother wound, father wound, narcissism,.developing self-esteem, self-worth and self-compassion, personal development (e.g. building self-awareness, confidence, courage, assertiveness, healthy boundaries; exploring needs and values)
Common issues that people seek to explore In therapy and which I have assisted clients with include: addiction, bullying, complex post traumatic stress disorder, grief and loss, finding meaning, major life decisions, relationship issues, post traumatic stress, mother wound, father wound, narcissism,.developing self-esteem, self-worth and self-compassion, personal development (e.g. building self-awareness, confidence, courage, assertiveness, healthy boundaries; exploring needs and values)
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Monica Jackman Counselling and Coaching
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
I help my clients to manage stress, anxiety, depression and burnout, and help with many different challenging situations. I am an experienced IACP accredited Counsellor and Coach with Neuroscience with over thirty years of experience helping people to make transformative changes in their lives, working with individuals and many international organisations. My training in counselling and coaching with neuroscience provides a unique combination of skills that helps my clients to make positive changes in a supportive and encouraging way. I work with adults of all ages and genders.
I help my clients to manage stress, anxiety, depression and burnout, and help with many different challenging situations. I am an experienced IACP accredited Counsellor and Coach with Neuroscience with over thirty years of experience helping people to make transformative changes in their lives, working with individuals and many international organisations. My training in counselling and coaching with neuroscience provides a unique combination of skills that helps my clients to make positive changes in a supportive and encouraging way. I work with adults of all ages and genders.
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Akhtar Ali Syed
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol PSI
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91 (Online Only)
Life is a continuous process of experiences & challenges every passing day poses to us. Every experience leaves baggage behind for us to deal with. Sometimes the baggage gets too heavier and burdensome for us to carry. Our health, functioning, self-care, and relationships, all get affected because of this baggage. Psychotherapy is a way of getting liberated of the baggage from the past and for getting prepared for the upcoming life challenges.
Life is a continuous process of experiences & challenges every passing day poses to us. Every experience leaves baggage behind for us to deal with. Sometimes the baggage gets too heavier and burdensome for us to carry. Our health, functioning, self-care, and relationships, all get affected because of this baggage. Psychotherapy is a way of getting liberated of the baggage from the past and for getting prepared for the upcoming life challenges.
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I am an experienced and accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor and recognise that at times in our lives we can experience events or circumstances which can leave us worried, anxious, confused, angry or sometimes overwhelmed. Change can appear too challenging or sometimes impossible. At other times we can feel stuck or unable to overcome issues arising from our pasts, unable to communicate what we want or need, or how we feel. We are left struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression and low self worth or confidence and shame and it can feel others don't or cannot understand.
I am an experienced and accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor and recognise that at times in our lives we can experience events or circumstances which can leave us worried, anxious, confused, angry or sometimes overwhelmed. Change can appear too challenging or sometimes impossible. At other times we can feel stuck or unable to overcome issues arising from our pasts, unable to communicate what we want or need, or how we feel. We are left struggling with a variety of issues including anxiety, depression and low self worth or confidence and shame and it can feel others don't or cannot understand.
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I am a psychotherapist, working with adults in Waterford city, I also work online. I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth. I work in an integrative manner to support and empower the client. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, therapeutic space to explore what is uniquely you. This is not a perfect process; it is as unique and individual as you are. Together, we will explore the issues you bring, and work collaboratively to find your way forward and what works for you.
I am a psychotherapist, working with adults in Waterford city, I also work online. I have worked with clients therapeutically developing self-esteem, self-compassion and self-worth. I work in an integrative manner to support and empower the client. I aim to provide a safe, non-judgmental, confidential, therapeutic space to explore what is uniquely you. This is not a perfect process; it is as unique and individual as you are. Together, we will explore the issues you bring, and work collaboratively to find your way forward and what works for you.
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Margaret Mary Walsh Miacp
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Counselling available face to face in Waterford and online nationally. Current availability daytime and evening. Give me a call for a chat about your needs. Individual and Couples counselling. Would you like to address negative thoughts? Do you suffer with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Work Stress, Confidence, Relationships, Bereavement, Injury/illness, Loss issues? Are you experiencing burnout? Would you like to attend one to one counselling? I provide counselling from Monday to Friday, with some limited Saturday availability. Link in for a consultation.
Counselling available face to face in Waterford and online nationally. Current availability daytime and evening. Give me a call for a chat about your needs. Individual and Couples counselling. Would you like to address negative thoughts? Do you suffer with Anxiety, Stress, Depression, Work Stress, Confidence, Relationships, Bereavement, Injury/illness, Loss issues? Are you experiencing burnout? Would you like to attend one to one counselling? I provide counselling from Monday to Friday, with some limited Saturday availability. Link in for a consultation.
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I am an experienced Psychologist/Psychotherapist. Especialist providing CBT interventions and support across diverse settings. Proficient in clinical sessions. Demonstrated excellence in fostering well-being and understanding mental health across all age groups. Highly skilled in tailoring therapeutic and rehabilitation approaches.
I am an experienced Psychologist/Psychotherapist. Especialist providing CBT interventions and support across diverse settings. Proficient in clinical sessions. Demonstrated excellence in fostering well-being and understanding mental health across all age groups. Highly skilled in tailoring therapeutic and rehabilitation approaches.
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I promote improved awareness of benefits of a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on mental fitness and connection to self. BEING as connected and as aligned with our own true essence is probably one of the most challenging aspects of being HUMAN. For most of my life, I allowed my self-care and attention to be shifted and conditioned to serve others over my own core and essential needs. I now help you, through my experience and through the tools and techniques I have developed, to (re)discover, better appreciate and nurture unconditional self-love and care for the beautiful person you are (at your core).
I promote improved awareness of benefits of a healthy lifestyle with an emphasis on mental fitness and connection to self. BEING as connected and as aligned with our own true essence is probably one of the most challenging aspects of being HUMAN. For most of my life, I allowed my self-care and attention to be shifted and conditioned to serve others over my own core and essential needs. I now help you, through my experience and through the tools and techniques I have developed, to (re)discover, better appreciate and nurture unconditional self-love and care for the beautiful person you are (at your core).
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My services are (1) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), (2) The Psychology Of Performance, (3) Meaning and Purpose in Life. In person or online. Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. Lecturer. Sports Coach. Sports Coach Tutor. Author of the book 'The Aware Self: A Compendium Of Conscious Living.'
My services are (1) Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), (2) The Psychology Of Performance, (3) Meaning and Purpose in Life. In person or online. Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapist. Lecturer. Sports Coach. Sports Coach Tutor. Author of the book 'The Aware Self: A Compendium Of Conscious Living.'
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I am passionate about working with people and helping them find their own way to a more fulfilled and satisfied life. I believe that health is not just absence of illness but a complete state of emotional and physical well-being. Whether you want to be more confident, improve your relationships or are looking to make changes in your professional life, I am here to assist you on your journey to get the life you want. I provide services in English and Polish.
I am passionate about working with people and helping them find their own way to a more fulfilled and satisfied life. I believe that health is not just absence of illness but a complete state of emotional and physical well-being. Whether you want to be more confident, improve your relationships or are looking to make changes in your professional life, I am here to assist you on your journey to get the life you want. I provide services in English and Polish.
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I am dedicated to working with your needs in mind, with empathy, warmth & understanding. My approach is centred around creating a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges & work towards positive change. By customising my approach to fit your needs & goals, we work towards empowering you. As an integrative therapist, I am pleased to collaborate with you to achieve better self-awareness, fulling your goals and working towards an optimistic future. I have recently completed my MA in psychotherapy & counselling, having lived, worked and educated in the UAE, Canada and Ireland, speaking fluent English & Farsi.
I am dedicated to working with your needs in mind, with empathy, warmth & understanding. My approach is centred around creating a safe and supportive environment for you to explore challenges & work towards positive change. By customising my approach to fit your needs & goals, we work towards empowering you. As an integrative therapist, I am pleased to collaborate with you to achieve better self-awareness, fulling your goals and working towards an optimistic future. I have recently completed my MA in psychotherapy & counselling, having lived, worked and educated in the UAE, Canada and Ireland, speaking fluent English & Farsi.
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Clinical & Forensic Psychologist educated at University College Dublin, Trinity College Dublin, Queen's University Belfast, University of Hartford, and King's College London.
Clinical & Forensic Psychologist educated at University College Dublin, Trinity College Dublin, Queen's University Belfast, University of Hartford, and King's College London.
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Roseanne Sinnott
Psychotherapist, MSc, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford Y34 (Online Only)
Roseanne is an integrative psychotherapist working from a humanist and person-centred approach. This means she holds a positive and hopeful view that every client has the capacity for self-healing within the therapeutic relationship with the therapist. She recognises the individuality of each client and integrates knowledge and skills from different therapy modalities according to the specific needs of the client. This facilitates a more flexible and individualised approach to therapy
Roseanne is an integrative psychotherapist working from a humanist and person-centred approach. This means she holds a positive and hopeful view that every client has the capacity for self-healing within the therapeutic relationship with the therapist. She recognises the individuality of each client and integrates knowledge and skills from different therapy modalities according to the specific needs of the client. This facilitates a more flexible and individualised approach to therapy
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Mariliis Liima
Psychotherapist, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Hi, I'm Mariliis. I provide support to people who have a variety of mental health concerns. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious and you might not be feeling like yourself. When you feel empty, disconnected or numb and you are struggling to find a purpose and meaning to your life. Please phone me today for support and hopefully together we will find the way to better your life.
Hi, I'm Mariliis. I provide support to people who have a variety of mental health concerns. If you are feeling overwhelmed, stressed or anxious and you might not be feeling like yourself. When you feel empty, disconnected or numb and you are struggling to find a purpose and meaning to your life. Please phone me today for support and hopefully together we will find the way to better your life.
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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.
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Kaylene Petersen
Counsellor, MIACP
Verified Verified
Waterford, County Waterford X91
Not accepting new clients
I am a qualified IACP accredited counsellor/psychotherapist based in Kilkenny city. I use an integrative approach with clients, incorporating person-centred therapy, attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This approach brings together different elements of specific therapies and ensures counselling techniques are tailored to individual needs and personal circumstances. My areas of speciality include relationship issues, self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, adults presenting with childhood emotional neglect, bereavement, depression and anxiety.
I am a qualified IACP accredited counsellor/psychotherapist based in Kilkenny city. I use an integrative approach with clients, incorporating person-centred therapy, attachment-based therapy and cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT). This approach brings together different elements of specific therapies and ensures counselling techniques are tailored to individual needs and personal circumstances. My areas of speciality include relationship issues, self-esteem, narcissistic abuse, adults presenting with childhood emotional neglect, bereavement, depression and anxiety.
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We are happy you are here and that you are taking the first step to getting support and guidance! Erma has a genuine passion for listening, understanding and helping others to find the answers within themselves, in a totally confidential non judgemental setting, that is why she named her business is called " Inner Wisdom". She loves helping clients identify goals & potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication & coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behaviour change & optimal mental health.
We are happy you are here and that you are taking the first step to getting support and guidance! Erma has a genuine passion for listening, understanding and helping others to find the answers within themselves, in a totally confidential non judgemental setting, that is why she named her business is called " Inner Wisdom". She loves helping clients identify goals & potential solutions to problems which cause emotional turmoil; seek to improve communication & coping skills; strengthen self-esteem; and promote behaviour change & optimal mental health.
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How does your Counsellor compare?
Number of Counsellors in Waterford
70+
Average cost per session
€70
Counsellors in Waterford who prioritize treating:
93% | Anxiety |
86% | Self Esteem |
84% | Depression |
79% | Stress |
76% | Relationship Issues |
67% | Bereavement |
66% | Coping Skills |
Average years in practice
7 Years
Top 3 insurances accepted
91% | VHI |
86% | Laya |
82% | Irish Life |
How Counsellors in Waterford see their clients
74% | In Person and Online | |
26% | Online Only |
Gender breakdown
75% | Female | |
25% | Male |
FAQs - About Therapy and Counselling
How can I find a therapist in Waterford?
Search for nearby therapists or counsellors by inputting your city, eircode, or a provider’s name into the search bar. From there, you can filter providers by the issues they treat, cost, insurance, gender, and other factors to find providers who are well-suited to your needs. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or eircode into the search bar.
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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.