You are welcome to bring whatever feels important to you. Some people come with specific struggles like anxiety, grief, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Others come with a more general sense of feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or disconnected. You do not need to have a clear problem or diagnosis to come to therapy. Often, it is the act of exploring together that helps make sense of what has been difficult.

Our first session is about creating a calm, steady space where you feel supported. There is no pressure to share everything all at once. We will take time to get to know each other, talk about what has brought you here, and gently explore what you hope for from therapy. You are welcome to ask questions too. The most important thing is that you feel safe and respected as we begin.

While Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) can be very helpful for many people, I work from a different foundation. My approach is trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and integrative, which means I focus not only on surface symptoms or thoughts, but also on the deeper emotional patterns, early experiences, and relational dynamics that shape who we are.

Rather than offering strategies alone, I aim to create a steady space where lasting healing can take root—where we can explore not just "how to cope," but also why certain struggles may keep returning, and how new ways of being can slowly and naturally emerge.

That said, I often integrate elements of CBT, mindfulness, and nervous system support into therapy when they are helpful. Therapy with me is always tailored to you, meeting you where you are, rather than following a fixed, one-size-fits-all structure.

Most people find that meeting once a week provides the consistency and rhythm needed for therapy to be most supportive. Regular sessions help build trust and give space for change to unfold over time. However, I understand that everyone’s life circumstances are different. We can discuss a schedule that feels sustainable and supportive for you.

Therapy is a deeply personal process and looks different for everyone. Some people come for a few months to focus on a particular issue, while others choose to stay longer to explore deeper layers of experience. There is no fixed timeline. We will move at your pace, checking in along the way to make sure the work continues to feel meaningful and right for you.

My approach is trauma-informed, psychodynamic, and integrative. This means that while we talk about what is happening in your life now, we may also explore how past experiences and relationships have shaped you. I pay attention to both what is spoken and what is felt beneath the surface. I may integrate mindfulness, movement, body-based awareness, or creative techniques where they can support your healing. My aim is to meet you with warmth, steadiness, and respect, wherever you are on your journey.

If you are carrying trauma, we will move with great care. There is never pressure to speak about painful memories before you feel ready. At the beginning, we will focus on creating a strong foundation of safety and stability. I may offer simple grounding tools—like mindful breathing or noticing sensations—that can help when emotions feel overwhelming. Throughout our work, I will be a steady presence, helping you stay connected to the present and making sure that you are not alone with whatever arises. Healing from trauma is possible, and it begins with feeling safe enough to take the first step.

It is very common, especially for those who have lived through overwhelming or painful experiences, to have gaps in memory. Therapy does not require you to remember everything. We work with what is present now—your emotions, your experiences, your sense of yourself in the world. Healing comes from creating a sense of safety, connection, and meaning in the present, not from forcing memories to return. Whatever you remember—or do not remember—is welcome.

No. Therapy is not about pushing yourself beyond what feels manageable. We move at your pace. Sometimes we start by simply creating space to notice what you are feeling now, without needing to explain or dig deeper before you are ready. Trust and safety take time to build, and that is completely okay.

Many people come to therapy feeling unsure about their emotions or feeling disconnected from them altogether. This is often a natural response to stress, trauma, or life demands. In therapy, we can gently explore what is happening inside—sometimes through words, sometimes through noticing your body’s signals, and sometimes simply by sitting with what is there. You do not need to have it all figured out. We begin with where you are.

It is completely natural to feel nervous or uncertain about opening up, especially if you have been hurt or had to protect yourself in the past. In therapy, there is no expectation to share everything right away—or ever, if it does not feel right. We will move at a pace that feels safe for you. Building trust takes time, and part of my role is to offer a steady, non-judgmental space where all parts of you are welcome, including the parts that feel unsure, guarded, or afraid. Your vulnerability will be met with care, patience, and respect.

You can get in touch through the contact form on my website, or reach out by email or phone. I usually suggest a short phone call so you can ask any questions you might have and we can find a time that suits you. I offer in-person sessions in Dublin 2, Maynooth, and Clane, in private, quiet settings designed to support your process.