Counselling/psychotherapy is a form of talk therapy where the client is provided with a confidential, non-judgemental space in which to speak on a one-to-one basis with a counsellor about an issue or problem they are experiencing. Counsellors are professionally qualified individuals who are trained to listen empathetically and impart skills to the client to enable them to explore, make sense of and resolve the issues that are affecting their lives.

If you are doing an online session with me you will be in your own home and I will ask you to find a confidential, safe place where you can talk freely and privately. If you are meeting me for a one-to-one session this will take place at my home near Dun Laoghaire in South Dublin (exact address to be provided when appointment is made).

Each session lasts 55 minutes long

The number of sessions will depend on your individual needs. During the first session we can jointly discuss the nature of your issues and what the appropriate amount of sessions will be.

Typically individuals attend therapy once a week. Fortnightly is also an option that can be discussed at the initial meeting.

Yes, absolutely. Confidentiality is maintained in adherence to the ethical guidelines of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Please call to make an appointment. If your call is not answered immediately this usually means I am in session with a client. In this case, please just leave a message and I will get back to you as soon as I can. It is also possible to contact me at info@optimalcounselling.ie or on the contact form on the contact section of this website.

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Yes, absolutely. Confidentiality is maintained in adherence to the ethical guidelines of the Irish Association of Counselling and Psychotherapy.