Chronic Pain Counselling in Drogheda
I am a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist and have extensive experience in the area of mental health and wellbeing for over 20 years. I have worked with children, adolescents, families, carers and adults. I worked in Youth Mental Health, and various children's services. I have also worked in the specialist area of child trauma. I am child focused and I endeavour to understand the needs of the child no matter how big or small. I am dedicated to my work and I am committed to enabling people to make meaningful change. I have been privileged to gain valuable experience which helps me to continue to provide excellent quality care.
I am a Child & Adolescent Psychotherapist and have extensive experience in the area of mental health and wellbeing for over 20 years. I have worked with children, adolescents, families, carers and adults. I worked in Youth Mental Health, and various children's services. I have also worked in the specialist area of child trauma. I am child focused and I endeavour to understand the needs of the child no matter how big or small. I am dedicated to my work and I am committed to enabling people to make meaningful change. I have been privileged to gain valuable experience which helps me to continue to provide excellent quality care.
I work with a variety of clients who are overwhelmed withnissues affecting them and who feel that they are unable to cope, or that the could cope better if they could find a way of dealing with things. Using the human givens framework helps us to look at all the things affecting them, and by understanding them and their consequences more, find new ways of getting their emotional needs met. By engaging with people in a compassionate and non judgemental way, together we can find strengths and resources that help us overcome the challenges that we have.
I work with a variety of clients who are overwhelmed withnissues affecting them and who feel that they are unable to cope, or that the could cope better if they could find a way of dealing with things. Using the human givens framework helps us to look at all the things affecting them, and by understanding them and their consequences more, find new ways of getting their emotional needs met. By engaging with people in a compassionate and non judgemental way, together we can find strengths and resources that help us overcome the challenges that we have.
From my perspective, psychotherapy means healing. It is the opening, where individuals begin to experience a more full contact with themselves and the outside world. I help them understand their emotions that signpost their needs. I help them to discover their unfulfilled needs and, together, we look for obstacles and barriers that could prevent people from fully enjoying their lives. One step at a time, they become increasingly ready to lead their lives consciously. They begin to authentically live, rather than continue, their lives.
From my perspective, psychotherapy means healing. It is the opening, where individuals begin to experience a more full contact with themselves and the outside world. I help them understand their emotions that signpost their needs. I help them to discover their unfulfilled needs and, together, we look for obstacles and barriers that could prevent people from fully enjoying their lives. One step at a time, they become increasingly ready to lead their lives consciously. They begin to authentically live, rather than continue, their lives.
Sharon O'Farrell
Psychotherapist, MIAHIP
Verified Verified
Drogheda, County Louth A92
Waitlist for new clients
As and Integrative psychotherapist of 20 years experience and a Clinical Supervisor, I draw from a variety of approaches from my ‘‘therapeutic toolbox’’, including Hypnotherapy, Family Constellations, Psychosomatic Bodywork, Pre and Perinatal Psychology, Creative Expressive Arts and Trauma Recovery. The focus of my work is to empower you to gain awareness, new perspectives and see patterns and issues in a fresh light, so you may begin to experience real change and break habits, patterns, trauma and fears so that you can move forward to live a more authentic, peaceful life and move towards fulfilling your innate potential.
As and Integrative psychotherapist of 20 years experience and a Clinical Supervisor, I draw from a variety of approaches from my ‘‘therapeutic toolbox’’, including Hypnotherapy, Family Constellations, Psychosomatic Bodywork, Pre and Perinatal Psychology, Creative Expressive Arts and Trauma Recovery. The focus of my work is to empower you to gain awareness, new perspectives and see patterns and issues in a fresh light, so you may begin to experience real change and break habits, patterns, trauma and fears so that you can move forward to live a more authentic, peaceful life and move towards fulfilling your innate potential.
Angela Marie Smyth
Counsellor, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Drogheda, County Louth A92
Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP pre-accredited member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.
Hi, my name is Angela Marie. I am a qualified counsellor, psychotherapist, and an IACP pre-accredited member. I specialise in providing counselling for couples and individuals, focusing on personal growth, relationship challenges and conflict resolution. My goal is to make counselling accessible and beneficial, helping couples strengthen their bond and reset their relationship for growth and flourishing. I offer support in developing communication skills and modifying dysfunctional behaviours.
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As a Health Psychologist and Psychotherapist I offer an unique service, that specialises in supporting those with both physical and emotional issues. Covid has show the really impact any illness can have not only on our health but also on our emotion health. It demonstrate that health can’t be viewed in isolate and to feel fully healthy we most also allow our minds , thoughts and feelings to be acknowledged, understood and cared for. I have over twenty years experience in supporting roles in both psychiatric, medical and homeless services. In my Private Practice, I can support you gain control over issues that are overwhelming.
As a Health Psychologist and Psychotherapist I offer an unique service, that specialises in supporting those with both physical and emotional issues. Covid has show the really impact any illness can have not only on our health but also on our emotion health. It demonstrate that health can’t be viewed in isolate and to feel fully healthy we most also allow our minds , thoughts and feelings to be acknowledged, understood and cared for. I have over twenty years experience in supporting roles in both psychiatric, medical and homeless services. In my Private Practice, I can support you gain control over issues that are overwhelming.
CBT is about learning new skills and ways of being to help you tackle life’s challenges and break free from pain and suffering.
I treat a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges (e.g. mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionist traits). Some people aren’t quite sure what’s going on for them, but something just doesn’t feel right. Whatever your struggle is, I want to help you to get your life on track, break out of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and find meaning and satisfaction in life. I can offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what it is that’s causing you difficulty, and an evidence-based approach to help you to finally move forward.
CBT is about learning new skills and ways of being to help you tackle life’s challenges and break free from pain and suffering.
I treat a variety of common mental health difficulties and life challenges (e.g. mood and anxiety disorders, OCD, PTSD, complex trauma, relationships issues, stress, low self-esteem, perfectionist traits). Some people aren’t quite sure what’s going on for them, but something just doesn’t feel right. Whatever your struggle is, I want to help you to get your life on track, break out of unhelpful patterns of behaviour, and find meaning and satisfaction in life. I can offer you a safe and non-judgmental space to explore what it is that’s causing you difficulty, and an evidence-based approach to help you to finally move forward.
Wendy Santillan Ramirez
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D6W (Online Only)
All people at some point in their lives go through very difficult experiences or situations that can affect their mental and physical health, that is why my role as a psychotherapist is to help people deal with any type of problem that they might present such as depression, stress/anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, relationship problems, divorce/separation, coping with physical Illness, burnout/fatigue, loneliness, trauma, etc. During the therapeutic process, you will receive support in a very safe, confidential and trustworthy environment. My approach is empathetic, non-judgemental and compassionate.
All people at some point in their lives go through very difficult experiences or situations that can affect their mental and physical health, that is why my role as a psychotherapist is to help people deal with any type of problem that they might present such as depression, stress/anxiety, panic attacks, loss and grief, relationship problems, divorce/separation, coping with physical Illness, burnout/fatigue, loneliness, trauma, etc. During the therapeutic process, you will receive support in a very safe, confidential and trustworthy environment. My approach is empathetic, non-judgemental and compassionate.
Most of us are very good at bottling up how we are really feeling, this can serve us in the short term but sometimes these suppressed feelings will express themselves in more destructive ways such as explosive anger, frustration, depression, anxiety, self-harm and even physical illness. I will work with you to gently allow suppressed feelings emerge so they can be explored, understood and given the attention and kindness they deserve. I work indoors, online and outdoors in nature; where ever we decide to work I will create a comfortable, safe and held space where you can talk about and begin to heal whatever is going on for you.
Most of us are very good at bottling up how we are really feeling, this can serve us in the short term but sometimes these suppressed feelings will express themselves in more destructive ways such as explosive anger, frustration, depression, anxiety, self-harm and even physical illness. I will work with you to gently allow suppressed feelings emerge so they can be explored, understood and given the attention and kindness they deserve. I work indoors, online and outdoors in nature; where ever we decide to work I will create a comfortable, safe and held space where you can talk about and begin to heal whatever is going on for you.
Terry offers stress reduction coaching and Chronic Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Discover a New Way Forward: Unleash Your Leadership Potential and Overcome Chronic Pain Are you a driven professional striving to climb the corporate ladder but feeling stuck in your journey? Do you have the ambition to lead but feel trapped in your current role, hindered by stress, overwhelming job demands, and chronic non-structural pain? Let's embark on a transformative journey together. Meet your ideal coaching ally: a seasoned expert specialised in empowering mid-level to executive level managers like you, to realize their full potential and rise to greater leadership heights. The hurdles you face are real.
Terry offers stress reduction coaching and Chronic Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Discover a New Way Forward: Unleash Your Leadership Potential and Overcome Chronic Pain Are you a driven professional striving to climb the corporate ladder but feeling stuck in your journey? Do you have the ambition to lead but feel trapped in your current role, hindered by stress, overwhelming job demands, and chronic non-structural pain? Let's embark on a transformative journey together. Meet your ideal coaching ally: a seasoned expert specialised in empowering mid-level to executive level managers like you, to realize their full potential and rise to greater leadership heights. The hurdles you face are real.
Emma Tynan-Chronic Illness And Medical Trauma Therapist
Psychotherapist, MA, APCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dublin, County Dublin D01 (Online Only)
Does this sound like you? Are you struggling with the grief that comes with losing your identity due to chronic illness or a medical condition? Have you experienced a traumatic medical event that has left you battling fear and anxiety?" As a therapist with both lived and professional experience in navigating chronic illness and medical trauma, I've faced similar journeys. Inspired by my personal experiences and the resilience of those I've met, I founded my online private practice.
Does this sound like you? Are you struggling with the grief that comes with losing your identity due to chronic illness or a medical condition? Have you experienced a traumatic medical event that has left you battling fear and anxiety?" As a therapist with both lived and professional experience in navigating chronic illness and medical trauma, I've faced similar journeys. Inspired by my personal experiences and the resilience of those I've met, I founded my online private practice.
Over 10 years experience as a Senior Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer in various settings within the Irish Health Care and Educational and Training Settings. Clinical Lead in numerous settings, with management and supervisory expertise in Health, Psycho-oncology, Student Mental Health Services, and General Practice. Specialised in Psycho-oncology, Cancer related issues, Patients and family dealing with acute and chronic distress, terminal illness. Other areas of expertise include relationships, grief, loss, stress, anxiety, depression, existential issues, life transitions. Health related issues, women's health.
Over 10 years experience as a Senior Psychologist, Clinical Supervisor and Lecturer in various settings within the Irish Health Care and Educational and Training Settings. Clinical Lead in numerous settings, with management and supervisory expertise in Health, Psycho-oncology, Student Mental Health Services, and General Practice. Specialised in Psycho-oncology, Cancer related issues, Patients and family dealing with acute and chronic distress, terminal illness. Other areas of expertise include relationships, grief, loss, stress, anxiety, depression, existential issues, life transitions. Health related issues, women's health.
“I provide an opportunity for people to share how they are feeling within a safe, empathic, and non-judgemental environment. I use my skills, education, and training, together with my life experience to support clients within my practice. I work with clients presenting with a variety of issues including loss and grief, critical illness, loss of meaning in life, relationship issues, mother-daughter difficulties, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, women’s reproductive issues and many others. As therapy progresses, I often find that presenting issues change as the relationship unfolds, and this too can be part of the process".
“I provide an opportunity for people to share how they are feeling within a safe, empathic, and non-judgemental environment. I use my skills, education, and training, together with my life experience to support clients within my practice. I work with clients presenting with a variety of issues including loss and grief, critical illness, loss of meaning in life, relationship issues, mother-daughter difficulties, complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, women’s reproductive issues and many others. As therapy progresses, I often find that presenting issues change as the relationship unfolds, and this too can be part of the process".
Clients come to me at a difficult time in their lives. They may have issues like anxiety, depression, chronic pain and illness, grief and loss, low self esteem. They want answers and they want a way out of distress so that they can get back to living their life to the full.
Clients come to me at a difficult time in their lives. They may have issues like anxiety, depression, chronic pain and illness, grief and loss, low self esteem. They want answers and they want a way out of distress so that they can get back to living their life to the full.
I am fully qualified and accredited Psychotherapist with many years experience working in private practice with Adults, Adolescents (13 years+) and Couples. You may want support dealing with feelings of sadness, despair, suicidal thoughts or anxiety that you may or may not connect to any particular event, even if you are getting other supports from your GP or psychiatrist. You may need support because of a difficult time you are going through, such as bereavement, loss, adult or childhood trauma/abuse, relationship breakdown, sexual/gender identity; loss of a job, coming to terms with illness or general unhappiness with your life.
I am fully qualified and accredited Psychotherapist with many years experience working in private practice with Adults, Adolescents (13 years+) and Couples. You may want support dealing with feelings of sadness, despair, suicidal thoughts or anxiety that you may or may not connect to any particular event, even if you are getting other supports from your GP or psychiatrist. You may need support because of a difficult time you are going through, such as bereavement, loss, adult or childhood trauma/abuse, relationship breakdown, sexual/gender identity; loss of a job, coming to terms with illness or general unhappiness with your life.
Niamh Walsh
Psychotherapist, MA, Pre-Accredited Member IACP
Verified Verified
Bray, County Wicklow A98
I have a particular interest in supporting people who live with chronic pain.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you have been to therapy before and need a reset, reaching out for support is a self-affirming act that requires courage. I’m glad you are making this commitment to care for yourself and explore what you need to feel more grounded, centred and fulfilled. I will support you by creating the space you need to figure out how to make changes that help you clarify your purpose, meet your potential, and find joy in your life.
I have a particular interest in supporting people who live with chronic pain.
Whether this is your first time seeking therapy, or you have been to therapy before and need a reset, reaching out for support is a self-affirming act that requires courage. I’m glad you are making this commitment to care for yourself and explore what you need to feel more grounded, centred and fulfilled. I will support you by creating the space you need to figure out how to make changes that help you clarify your purpose, meet your potential, and find joy in your life.
I am also a general psychotherapist working in the areas of mental health issues; anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, self-harm, suicide distress, eating distress, gender identity (LGBTQIA+), sexuality, women’s health, chronic pain, disabilities, allergies (anaphylaxis), relationships & spirituality.
Trauma Informed and Neuro Affirming Practice! I am a fully accredited adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist. As an integrative therapist, I move between different theoretical approaches including Person Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy depending on each client’s individual therapeutic needs. My main therapeutic approach is Humanistic where I apply a Person-Cantered focus with clients by establishing an empathic and non-judgmental relationship in a relaxed, confidential setting with each client.
I am also a general psychotherapist working in the areas of mental health issues; anxiety, stress, depression, bereavement, self-harm, suicide distress, eating distress, gender identity (LGBTQIA+), sexuality, women’s health, chronic pain, disabilities, allergies (anaphylaxis), relationships & spirituality.
Trauma Informed and Neuro Affirming Practice! I am a fully accredited adult, adolescent and child psychotherapist. As an integrative therapist, I move between different theoretical approaches including Person Centred Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioural therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Gestalt Therapy depending on each client’s individual therapeutic needs. My main therapeutic approach is Humanistic where I apply a Person-Cantered focus with clients by establishing an empathic and non-judgmental relationship in a relaxed, confidential setting with each client.
Laura Cahill
Counsellor, MSc, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D09
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl. persistent pain (eg. fibromyalgia, arthritis, irritable bowel, back pain). As a relationship therapist I work with heterosexual and same sex couples and individuals. I am open to work with anybody who is in emotional distress, whether it is caused by life changes, relationship/family issues or illness; and help you to overcome stress, emotional and relationship problems or troubling behavioural habits.
I have extensive experience helping people who live with chronic illness incl. persistent pain (eg. fibromyalgia, arthritis, irritable bowel, back pain). As a relationship therapist I work with heterosexual and same sex couples and individuals. I am open to work with anybody who is in emotional distress, whether it is caused by life changes, relationship/family issues or illness; and help you to overcome stress, emotional and relationship problems or troubling behavioural habits.
Embodied Self Online Psychotherapy & Counselling
Psychotherapist, MIACP
Verified Verified
Dublin, County Dublin D22 (Online Only)
In everyone’s life there are times when we need to reset our learned ways or find new ways as the current ones create emotional pain. Oftentimes it helps to look in detail how things are connected with someone that can provide a safe space to do so. We are all capable to find our own ingenious ways to live a fulfilled life. This very personal learning can be supported by a trained counsellor/psychotherapist therapist. I believe strongly that my function as therapist is to provide the space and knowledge for the collaborative work my clients choose to do and that healing will come from within ourselves where we are in pain.
In everyone’s life there are times when we need to reset our learned ways or find new ways as the current ones create emotional pain. Oftentimes it helps to look in detail how things are connected with someone that can provide a safe space to do so. We are all capable to find our own ingenious ways to live a fulfilled life. This very personal learning can be supported by a trained counsellor/psychotherapist therapist. I believe strongly that my function as therapist is to provide the space and knowledge for the collaborative work my clients choose to do and that healing will come from within ourselves where we are in pain.
For the last 20 years I have engaged in therapeutic work with adolescents, young adults and adults facing various difficulties. I have a special interest in develpmental and relational trauma, complex - PTSD ( Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), integrating traditional talking therapy with mind-body techniques and somatic approaches. I am also interested in the psychological aspects of auto immune disorders, anxiety related physical symptoms (gastric/digestive symptoms, IBS), sub optimal fertility issues, psychosomatic illness. Depression and mood disorders, family dynamics, emotional dysregulation, stress related issues,
For the last 20 years I have engaged in therapeutic work with adolescents, young adults and adults facing various difficulties. I have a special interest in develpmental and relational trauma, complex - PTSD ( Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), integrating traditional talking therapy with mind-body techniques and somatic approaches. I am also interested in the psychological aspects of auto immune disorders, anxiety related physical symptoms (gastric/digestive symptoms, IBS), sub optimal fertility issues, psychosomatic illness. Depression and mood disorders, family dynamics, emotional dysregulation, stress related issues,
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.