Counselling & Psychotherapy

Counseling

Counselling and psychotherapy can help with a wide range of problems such as depression, anxiety, work-related stress, relationship or family problems, eating disorders, addiction, bereavement, emotional trauma, and abuse.

As the old saying goes, a problem shared is problem halved. But what happens when there is no one to share your problems with, or when the person you want to talk to doesn’t know how to listen? In these difficult times, more and more people are seeking help for personal difficulties.

Everyone experiences problems at some time in their lives. Periods of uncertainty, crisis or change can be very difficult for anyone to cope with, and traumatic events from the past may keep resurfacing and play on our minds. Sometimes we can work through these problems, but there may be times when things can seem overwhelming, and we need help. Friends and family may be willing to offer support, but they may not know how to listen or to help. Many people also find it difficult to talk to friends and family because they are worried about being judged, or burdening their loved ones with their problems.

Counsellors are caring professionals who are trained to listen with compassion, to help people to understand their problems, and to find their own solutions. People are often able to talk openly to a counsellor in a way that is rarely possible with friends and family. Individuals are able to express difficult emotions such as fear, anger, loneliness, and jealousy in a supportive environment, and in complete confidence, without being criticised or judged. This can help the individual to find meaning in their experiences, experience relief from pain and trauma, support people through difficult times, and develop better ways of coping. A counsellor will never put someone under pressure to do anything that does not feel right for them, but will help them to find the best solution.
 
Mary Kiersey, Counsellor at the Lismore Clinic, provides a safe, non-judgmental and supportive environment for her clients to share their thoughts and emotions. She believes in taking an integrated and trauma-informed approach, delivering client focused sessions that are tolerable, safe, and productive. Developing a good understanding of each individual, guides Mary in which theoretical lenses to apply to presenting issues and allows her to approach problems in client-specific ways.
 
Mary strongly believes in the importance of helping her clients identify their personal strengths, capabilities, and resources that they can draw upon to support themselves through their healing journey. By offering support and strategies for change Mary has helped many clients overcome a variety of challenges (such as depression, anxiety, grief, and trauma) and develop a healthier way of relating to themselves and others.

If you would like further information about counselling or to make an appointment please contact Mary at the Lismore Clinic on 058 53200 or directly on 0876847956.