Clear Mind Therapy

Clear Mind Therapy Karen Bergin, Psychotherapist & Counsellor. I believe in the power of connection, and my goal is to help you feel heard, understood, and empowered.

Box breathing is a style of breathing that involves breathing in, holding your breath, exhaling and holding your breath ...
18/08/2025

Box breathing is a style of breathing that involves breathing in, holding your breath, exhaling and holding your breath for counts of 4 seconds each time you go around the box. When we experience feelings of stress, worry or anxiety, box breathing is a great way to calm our nervous system, as it activates our relaxation response 🍃

If you are going to try it, you might find it helpful to repeat the four steps, around the box, on repeat, for 2 minutes. If that goes well, you can increase the time to 5 minutes ⏰

It can help by taking your attention from worrisome thoughts, so that you can count. You will typically find it is quite difficult to overthink and properly count at the same time!

Give it a try and see what you think 🤗

Myth: Talking to friends is the same as therapy.Reality: Friends offer support and a listening ear.Therapy provides focu...
14/08/2025

Myth: Talking to friends is the same as therapy.
Reality: Friends offer support and a listening ear.
Therapy provides focused, intentional, professional support, that is solely about you.

Both can have a place in our lives, yet, one cannot replace the other 💛

Starting therapy can feel daunting. Often the hardest part of any journey is simply taking the first step. But the fact ...
12/08/2025

Starting therapy can feel daunting. Often the hardest part of any journey is simply taking the first step. But the fact that you’re even considering therapy suggests that you’re ready for something to change.

It is helpful to do a little bit of research to find a therapist who is a good fit for you and you can find a list of qualified IACP members at www.iacp.ie. You can search by name / area / speciality.

I am an accredited member with IACP. If you would like to see if I am a good fit for you, please check out my website - www.clearmindtherapy.ie

It’s easy to feel defined by your lowest point, but these experiences don’t tell the whole story of who you are. You are...
10/08/2025

It’s easy to feel defined by your lowest point, but these experiences don’t tell the whole story of who you are. You are more than your hardest moments.

Healing takes time, but every small step forward counts. Be gentle with yourself - you’re doing the best you can. If today feels heavy, know that it’s okay to ask for help. You don’t have to navigate it alone.

Reach out to a friend, or get in touch - www.clearmindtherapy.ie

There are lots of things that impact our mental health, such as our physical health, our food, our sleep, fresh air, rel...
04/08/2025

There are lots of things that impact our mental health, such as our physical health, our food, our sleep, fresh air, relationships and so much more. When we want to improve our mental health it makes sense that we will want to make changes to those areas of our lives. However, a trap we can sometimes fall into, is trying to change everything, at once.

Without meaning to, we can set ourselves up for failure, as changing everything we do, all at once, is simply too overwhelming. It might leave us feeling worse than when we started.

Instead aim to only make ONE change at a time. This allows our body and mind to catch up, to accept this new way of doing things as normal, for us. You might find it helpful to take on no more than one new thing each week, or depending what change you're making, no more than one new thing a fortnight. Try it out and see what works best for you!

Myth: “Therapy is only for people in crisis.”Reality: Therapy is for anyone wanting to improve their mental health, thei...
02/08/2025

Myth: “Therapy is only for people in crisis.”
Reality: Therapy is for anyone wanting to improve their mental health, their relationships or for personal growth – not just for people in distress.

Can you think of one small change you can make to your surroundings to help you feel a little better, or safer, or more ...
09/02/2025

Can you think of one small change you can make to your surroundings to help you feel a little better, or safer, or more at home? No matter where you are on your journey, you deserve the right conditions to grow.







I am grateful for the opportunity to support someone when they need it. If you're considering counselling, but not sure ...
31/01/2025

I am grateful for the opportunity to support someone when they need it. If you're considering counselling, but not sure if it's a good fit, please get in touch. You can find my contact details in my profile bio.

I can support you in person, in North Kildare, or nationwide online.

www.clearmindtherapy.ie

If you are looking to improve your relationship, here are some small steps you might like to try.
15/12/2024

If you are looking to improve your relationship, here are some small steps you might like to try.

Christmas can be a joyous time, but for some of us it can be difficult, for lots of reasons. If you'd like to take the f...
11/12/2024

Christmas can be a joyous time, but for some of us it can be difficult, for lots of reasons. If you'd like to take the first step to improving your mood, consider getting in touch today. Check out www.clearmindtherapy.ie

I have availability in Maynooth as well as online. I look forward to hearing from you.

Taking the first step to come along to speak to someone about how you are feeling can be a difficult step to take. If it...
04/12/2024

Taking the first step to come along to speak to someone about how you are feeling can be a difficult step to take. If it is something you are thinking about doing, but you're not sure, why not arrange a free 10 minute phone call to see if I could be a good fit, for you?

Find out more about how I work with people at www.clearmindtherapy.ie and get in touch today. I look forward to hearing from you.

To introduce myself, my name is Karen Bergin, I am a Psychotherapist/Counsellor based in North Kildare, Ireland. I see a...
27/11/2024

To introduce myself, my name is Karen Bergin, I am a Psychotherapist/Counsellor based in North Kildare, Ireland. I see adult clients in person, online or by phone, if preferred. I work with both individuals and couples.

If you would like to find out more, check out www.clearmindtherapy.ie

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