Understanding psychotherapy & counselling
Psychotherapy/counselling offers you a dedicated space and a supportive relationship with a trained therapist to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. Through these guided conversations, you can gain deeper self-awareness, develop effective coping strategies, and foster positive and lasting change in your life.
Is this you?
Do you find yourself constantly anxious, struggling to relax or enjoy the present moment?
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Is depression casting a shadow over your life, making it difficult to find joy or motivation?
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Are you carrying the weight of grief, feeling lost and disconnected from yourself and others?
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Are you navigating a challenging life change such as a relationship breakdown or new parenthood.
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Do you feel disconnected from yourself and your passions after a relationship breakdown?
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Are anger and frustration taking over, leaving you feeling out of control?
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Are you struggling with harmful coping mechanisms, like self-harm, gambling or a substance use disorder?
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Are you caught in a cycle of self-doubt and negative self-talk, believing you're not good enough?
Do you find yourself wishing you could...
Feel confident and comfortable in your own skin, knowing you are enough.
Enjoy loving, supportive relationships with your family and friends.
Establish healthy boundaries with those you have difficult relationships with.
Rediscover the things that light you up and bring you joy.
Feel a sense of peace and calm, and self belief.​
If this vision of your future speaks to you, let us help you make it a reality.
Our therapists are committed to creating a safe and confidential space for your individual growth and healing.
Meet our therapists
Sharon
Sharon is an addiction specialist and mental health counsellor. Her areas of focus include providing individual support to those navigating the complexities of addiction, as well as addressing co-occurring mental health concerns such as anxiety and depression.
Louise
Louise is a psychotherapist who focuses on helping individuals build stronger and more fulfilling relationships, navigate the complexities of parenting, and develop effective strategies for managing stress and overwhelm. She offers a supportive and understanding space for personal growth.
Sibyl
Sibyl is a psychotherapist with who works with individuals facing anxiety, trauma and PTSD, depression, the complexities of addiction for both individuals and their families, codependency, and the process of grieving.
Pricing
Psychotherapy - €70 for a 50-60 minute session
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Specialist addiction counselling - €90 per 60 minute session
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FAQs
How can psychotherapy help me? Psychotherapy can be beneficial for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, stress, grief, relationship difficulties, trauma, low self-esteem, and managing difficult emotions. It can help you understand the root causes of your challenges, develop healthier patterns, and build greater resilience.
What happens in a typical therapy session? Sessions are typically 50 minutes to an hour long and usually take place weekly. In the initial sessions, your therapist will likely focus on getting to know you, understanding your history, and identifying your goals for therapy. As therapy progresses, you will explore your thoughts and feelings, examine patterns in your life, and work towards making positive changes.
What is the difference between psychotherapy and counselling? Generally, psychotherapy might explore deeper, longer-term issues, while counselling can focus more on specific problems and finding solutions. Both our psychotherapists and counsellors are trained to listen and help you with your wellbeing. The most important thing is finding a practitioner you feel comfortable with. Take a look at their profiles to see who might be a good fit for you.
I'm not sure if my problems are 'big enough' for therapy. There's no threshold for needing therapy. If something is negatively impacting your well-being, relationships, or daily life, it's valid to seek support. Therapy isn't just for crises; it can also be incredibly helpful for personal growth, understanding patterns, and building resilience.
I don't want to just talk about my feelings for an hour. Will it actually help? While talking is a core part of therapy, it's not just aimless conversation. Our therapists are trained to guide you through your thoughts and feelings in a way that leads to insight, understanding, and the development of practical coping strategies. They use various therapeutic approaches to help you identify patterns, challenge negative thinking, and work towards your goals. It's an active process of exploration and change.
How many therapy sessions will I need? The number of sessions varies greatly depending on individual needs, the nature of the issues being addressed, and your personal goals. Some people find benefit from short-term therapy (a few months), while others may engage in longer-term therapy. This will be discussed and reviewed collaboratively with your therapist.
How do I choose a therapist at The Willow Centre? On our "Meet Our Team" page, you can read more about the individual therapists at our centre, their areas of specialisation, and their approaches. You can consider which therapist's profile resonates most with you. If you're unsure, you can contact us, and we can help guide you to a therapist who may be a good fit for your needs. An initial consultation can also provide an opportunity to see if you feel comfortable working with a particular therapist.