Psychotherapy for Trauma, Emotional Regulation & Self-Understanding

Practical Info:


  • In-person sessions in Waterford
  • Online sessions across Ireland and Europe
  • Currently accepting new clients and supervisees

Psychotherapy in Waterford


Therapy offers a space to slow down and make sense of your experience.


Many people live for years feeling at the mercy of their emotions, reactions, or past experiences. Therapy helps you develop the capacity to stay present with these experiences safely, so they no longer feel overwhelming or confusing.

You may be experiencing:


  • Emotional overwhelm or shutdown
  • Anxiety, shame, or self-criticism
  • The effects of childhood or relational trauma
  • Difficulty regulating emotions
  • Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
  • Patterns in relationships you wish you could change

Understanding Yourself


Therapy with me focuses on helping you understand where these patterns come from and supporting you to build a steadier, kinder relationship with yourself.


This is not about quick fixes. It is about building lasting inner stability, emotional resilience, and self-awareness.


Sessions are available in Waterford, online across Ireland, and with clients across Europe.

What to Expect in Therapy


Sessions are collaborative and paced to your comfort. There is no pressure to share more than you feel ready for.


In our work together you can expect:


  • A calm, non-judgmental space
  • Gentle exploration of your experiences at your pace
  • Support to understand and regulate your emotions
  • Growing confidence in your ability to hold difficult feelings
  • A deeper understanding of yourself and your patterns

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