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Straight answers about counselling.
CBT or Talking Therapy? How to Choose (and Why You Might Not Have To)
CBT is structured and practical. Talking therapies go deeper into patterns and history. Here's what each actually involves, and why the best therapists refuse to pick a side.
Read articleDoes Online Counselling Actually Work?
Yes. For most people and most common difficulties, research consistently finds online therapy matches in-person outcomes. Here's the honest picture, including when it isn't the right choice.
Read articleHow Much Does Counselling Cost in Ireland?
Private counselling in Ireland typically costs between €50 and €120 a session. Here's what drives the price, what a full course actually costs, and the free and low-cost options worth knowing about.
Read articleI Just Want To Be Happy — Navigating the Journey to Authentic Joy
Happiness. It's something we all crave, yet for many, it feels elusive—like a fleeting feeling we're constantly chasing. How often have you thought to...
Read articleThe Importance of Sleep for Mental Health
Sleep plays a crucial role in maintaining good mental health. It's during sleep that our brains process emotions, consolidate memories, and prepare for...
Read articleAnxious About Being Anxious: The Circle of Anxiety
Fearing your own anxious feelings can make them worse. Learn about the 'circle of anxiety', why adrenaline is harmless, and how your interpretation changes everything.
Read articleAre You Depressed or Sad? How to Tell the Difference
Sadness is temporary and fades. Depression is a longer-term condition that affects every part of life. Learn the difference, the symptoms, and when to get help.
Read articleAre You Problem-Solving, or Just Worrying?
Worrying feels productive but gets you nowhere. Learn the difference between worry and problem-solving, a simple 5-step method, and how to tell which you're doing.
Read articleDepression and Anxiety: The Feelings Underneath
Depression and anxiety are mood states, not feelings. They can act as defences that bury deeper emotions like anger. Learn how therapy helps you reconnect with them.
Read articleEmbrace Anxiety: 5 Reasons It Isn't Always Negative
Anxiety isn't always the enemy. In small doses it sharpens focus, fuels creativity, builds stamina and connects us. Five reasons anxiety can work in your favour.
Read articleEmotion Regulation With the Diver's Reflex
When your brain hits crisis mode, the diver's reflex can help. Learn how cold water on the face calms an overactive nervous system, and how to try it safely.
Read articleFinding the Right Counsellor for You: A Limerick Guide
How to choose the right counsellor in Limerick: what to look for, the main types of counselling, the perks of online sessions, and what to expect in your first session.
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