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

07/11/2025

Words to avoid with someone facing depression:
• 'It’s just in your mind'
• 'Why don’t you snap out of it?'
• 'Life’s tough for everyone'
• 'Some have it harder than you'
• 'Have you tried exercising?'
• 'You seem fine to me'
• 'We all feel down sometimes'

07/11/2025

Hands up if your mental illness has:

-made you lose/gain weight
-made it impossible to leave the house
-made it hard to sleep at night
-made you have suicidal ideation
-made life not feel worth living
-made you lose friends/family

We see you, We hear you. You are not alone

06/11/2025

Individuals facing mental health challenges are not:

• Overreacting
• Unmotivated
• Without hope
• Damaged
• A nuisance
• Fragile
Or
• Craving attention

Rather than tearing them down, offer understanding, encouragement, and the strength they deserve to rise above.

06/11/2025

It’s OKAY if you…

💜 Don’t have a plan
💜 Outgrow people
💜 Have a hard time making decisions
💜 Struggle with self-love
💜 Need more time to think
💜 Put yourself first
💜 Need more support
💜 Need time to be alone
💜 Say “no”
💜 Have off days
💜 Can’t motivate yourself

05/11/2025

Self-doubt can be a heavy shadow, creeping in when you least expect it. It whispers lies about your worth, your abilities, and your potential.

But here’s the truth: it’s just a voice, not a verdict. Everyone feels it—yes, even the people you admire.

The difference? They push through.

Acknowledge the doubt, but don’t let it drive. Take one small step forward, then another. Each action builds proof you’re capable.

You’re not your fears; you’re the courage that outlasts them. Keep going.

05/11/2025

You can feel lost inside while still guiding others with a steady hand.

You can carry grief and still light up a room with your laughter.

You can fight silent wars and still show up as the strongest person people know.

You never truly see the storms someone is weathering beneath their surface.

04/11/2025

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 got this.

04/11/2025

To everyone reading this, you are worthy of this moment, this breath, and this life. Keep pushing forward – your resilience is a brilliant force.

03/11/2025

Depression is NOT just sadness.

- It’s a living nightmare, far beyond a fleeting emotion.

- Comparing it to sadness is like comparing a paper cut to a broken leg.

- Sadness is a normal part of life; depression eats away at you from the inside out.

Let’s raise awareness and support those struggling.

02/11/2025

Mental health is a journey that looks different for everyone. Each person’s experience is a unique tapestry woven from their struggles and triumphs, all equally valid in the pursuit of understanding and healing.

If you’re searching for a sign to stay alive, this is it. You are tremendously valued in this world, surrounded by peopl...
02/11/2025

If you’re searching for a sign to stay alive, this is it. You are tremendously valued in this world, surrounded by people who genuinely care and want to support you. Remember, things will improve, and there’s an abundance of life yet to be experienced. Please, stay strong.

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ILENSTREET

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