Skibbereen Counselling & Psychotherapy

Skibbereen Counselling & Psychotherapy I have been working in mental health for nearly 30 years. I am a psychotherapist and Senior Mental Health Nurse.

Attending psychotherapy can help you understand and explore feelings, uncertainties, and experiences.As you work through these issues you begin to grow and gain a better understanding of yourself and your process.Slowly these blocks to a more content life lessen and you begin to enjoy life

People can still be struggling with their mental health even if they:- Laugh and smile a lot- Look out together- Have a ...
06/01/2026

People can still be struggling with their mental health even if they:

- Laugh and smile a lot
- Look out together
- Have a caring family
- Have dreams and goals
- Have a career
- Don’t have a diagnosis or take medication
- Say positive things

If you need a safe non judgemental space to talk about any of the issues above or your own story-journey then message me and we can discuss it.

If you’ve ever: - Skipped a call from a friend because your mind felt too heavy - Stayed in bed all day because the wo...
05/01/2026

If you’ve ever:

- Skipped a call from a friend because your mind felt too heavy

- Stayed in bed all day because the world seemed too much to bear

- Wondered if things would be easier if you just disappeared

- Felt tears soak your pillow in the silence of the night

You’re not alone. You are enough, you are seen, and you are worth every bit of care.

This is a very normal response and the mind protecting itself.
Just the way you breathe unconsciously.
Your mental health is no different.
Your mind will protect you.

If you want to find out more about these self protection methods feel free to message me.

Anxiety attacks don’t always look like trembling or gasping for air. They can manifest in various ways, such as sudden s...
04/01/2026

Anxiety attacks don’t always look like trembling or gasping for air.

They can manifest in various ways, such as sudden snaps of frustration, fixating on small details, overwhelming sensitivity, restless wandering, quiet withdrawal, or drifting into a daze.

Working with me you will learn to recognise these subtle signs.
Learn to control your anxiety instead of your anxiety controlling you.
If you want to take back control message me and we can have a conversation about leaving the anxiety behind and leading the life that you want.

Feeling worn out from a hectic week? Here’s your weekend reset plan:- Stroll through nature- Disconnect from devices- Ch...
03/01/2026

Feeling worn out from a hectic week? Here’s your weekend reset plan:

- Stroll through nature
- Disconnect from devices
- Chat with a loved one
- Pour your heart onto paper

Prioritise your peace and recharge.

For more self care tips please feel free to message me.

Warning signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore :⚠️ feelings of guilt and hopelessness⚠️ no energy⚠️ thinking people wo...
02/01/2026

Warning signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore :

⚠️ feelings of guilt and hopelessness

⚠️ no energy

⚠️ thinking people would be happier without you

⚠️ feeling “numb”

⚠️ feeling like you are “not good enough”

⚠️ suicidal thoughts

You are not alone. If you experience any of the above then send me a message and we can talk it through.

01/01/2026

Many adults hesitate to reach out for counselling because they tell themselves
" I should cope better."
" others have it worse."
" it's not bad enough yet."

These thoughts often come from anxiety, low mood or self worth. Not from the truth.
You don’t have to reach breaking point to deserve support.

If this feels or sounds familiar then message me and we can discuss it further.

Due to the cost of living crisis i am offering two low cost ONLINE therapy places.I have nearly 30 years experience in ...
31/12/2025

Due to the cost of living crisis i am offering two low cost ONLINE therapy places.
I have nearly 30 years experience in mental health.
Money should not be a barrier to your mental health and I am in a position to remove that barrier.
I run mental health workshops and su***de prevention programs all over Cork City and County.
If you feel that I can be of any benefit to you then why not drop me a message to talk things through.
Let's breakdown the stigma of mental health issues together and lead the life that you want to live.
Please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any questions.
I fully accredited with the IACP and insured.
You are in safe hands and together we will normalise what you experience psychologically.

Depression can look like:•isolating oneself•laying in bed all day•being visibly low/sad•struggling to maintain hygiene/a...
31/12/2025

Depression can look like:
•isolating oneself
•laying in bed all day
•being visibly low/sad
•struggling to maintain hygiene/appearance

& ALSO look like:
•overcompensating with humour
•the ‘happy’ friend
•being social
•being active/high-functioning

Depression has no face.

If this feels familiar you're not imagining it.

Feel free to message me if you want to talk things through.

30/12/2025

Sending love to everyone battling those heavy, quiet struggles in their mind. You might feel invisible, like no one sees or gets it, but you're not alone. Keep holding on—through the darkest nights, there's a dawn waiting for you.

You are welcome to message me if you want to talk things through.

If you have been following quietly and wondering whether counselling may help, you're welcome to message me. You don’t n...
29/12/2025

If you have been following quietly and wondering whether counselling may help, you're welcome to message me. You don’t need to be sure.

28/12/2025

Warning signs of depression you shouldn’t ignore :

⚠️ feelings of guilt and hopelessness

⚠️ no energy

⚠️ thinking people would be happier without you

⚠️ feeling “numb”

⚠️ feeling like you are “not good enough”

⚠️ suicidal thoughts

28/12/2025

Mental illness is not the same on every person.

People suffering from a mental illness can have good days.

People suffering from a mental illness can smile.

People suffering from a mental illness can look happy.

Mental illness looks different on everyone.

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Skibbereen
Cork
ILENSTREET

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0872824911

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