Psychotherapy
“Therapy is a gift. It is a chance to finally be heard, understood and supported.”
Bessel Van Der Kolk
What can you expect from psychotherapy?
Psychotherapy is a collaborative and supportive process that helps you gain a deeper understanding of yourself and make meaningful changes in your life. It provides a safe and confidential space to better understand your thoughts, emotions, and behaviours, especially in areas where you may feel stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain.
My job is to hold a safe, non-judgmental space for you to unpack whatever it is you would like to explore. Whether you're bringing in long-standing patterns, recent challenges, or simply a sense that something feels off, we will move at a pace that feels right for you.
Hi, I’m Niamh
I’m a Counsellor Psychotherapist, Nutritionist, Certified Intuitive Eating Counsellor and Yoga Teacher. I hold an HDip and an MA in Counselling and Psychotherapy from Dublin Business School, as well as a BSc in Nutritional Science from University College Cork.
My approach to psychotherapy is person-centred and integrative, meaning that I draw from a range of different modalities based on your unique needs. Being trained in this way means I can tailor my approach to you and what works best for both your situation and preferences. I work collaboratively, holding the belief that therapy is a meeting of two experts: you are the expert of your own life, and I bring my clinical knowledge and experience to support the process. I aim to create a space that is grounded, respectful, and attuned to your pace and readiness. I specialise in disordered eating and body image concerns, and have spent the past ten years supporting individuals struggling in these areas. Whether you're seeking support around food and body image or coming to therapy with something else entirely, you're welcome here.
Anxiety
Depression and low mood
Confidence and self-esteem
Food and body image distress
Grief, bereavement and loss
Gender identity and sexuality
Autism and ADHD
Relationship issues
Stress and burnout
Life transitions
Personal development
Common issues include…
Where I’m based…
Therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all, so I provide sessions in different settings. Whether you prefer the calm of an indoor space, the flow of a walk outdoors, or the convenience of meeting online, we can work together in a way that best supports your wellbeing and feels most supportive for you.
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Walk-and-talk psychotherapy combines the benefits of traditional therapy with the restorative power of movement. Instead of sitting indoors, sessions take place outside while walking side by side, creating a relaxed and natural environment that can make it easier to open up, process emotions, and find clarity. This takes place in an outdoor location in the Carlow/South Kildare area.
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Indoor psychotherapy is the classic model, where sessions happen face-to-face in a private room, allowing for focused conversation, reflection, and support. I work with clients in person at Connolly Counselling Centre on Monday afternoon and evening.
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Online therapy offers the same care and connection as meeting in person, but with added flexibility. From the comfort of your own home, using video calls, you can share openly, reflect, and receive support in a way that fits your lifestyle.
How It Works
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Step One
Reach out via email to explore your needs and see whether we’re a good fit. If you’d prefer, we can arrange a short phone call to talk things through - simply include this request in your email.
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Step Two
We’ll begin with an introductory session, giving you the chance to experience how psychotherapy works and see if it feels right for you. Afterward, you can decide whether you’d like to continue.
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Step Three
If you choose to continue, I recommend starting with weekly sessions for six weeks, after which we move into an open-ended arrangement. The pace and duration of therapy are unique to you.
FAQs
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Sessions are 50 minutes long and take place weekly. Over time, that frequency may change once a person feels more equipped to go longer periods without support.
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Some people come for a few months, others for several years - it really depends on individual needs.
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Psychotherapy offers a safe and supportive space to explore your thoughts, feelings, and experiences. It’s a place where you are truly listened to and understood. Together, we create an open, curious, and non-judgmental environment—one where every part of you is welcome.
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Psychotherapy can help in many different ways, depending on what you’re going through. For some people, it offers relief from overwhelming feelings such as anxiety, sadness, or stress. For others, it provides clarity in times of confusion or helps break unhelpful patterns that keep them feeling stuck.
In therapy, you’ll have a safe space to:
Talk openly without fear of judgment
Understand yourself and your experiences more deeply
Develop healthier ways of coping with challenges
Improve relationships and communication
Build resilience and confidence to navigate life’s ups and downs
Psychotherapy isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about creating lasting change by helping you feel more connected to yourself and more able to handle whatever life brings.
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Yes. What you share in therapy is treated with the utmost respect and confidentiality.
I will not share what we talk about with anyone else, unless you give your explicit permission. The only exceptions are rare situations where I am legally or ethically required to break confidentiality—for example, if there is a risk of serious harm to you or others, or if required by a court of law.
I’ll always explain these limits clearly, so you know what to expect. The aim is to create a safe, trusting space where you can speak openly and honestly.
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Yes. I have experience with a wide range of issues beyond food and body image, including stress, anxiety, low mood, relationship challenges, life changes and more. Please feel free to contact me with any questions you have.
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Press the contact button below to send me an email, and we’ll take it from there.
“The best way out is always through.”
— Robert Frost