Counselling Psychotherapy Services

What is Counselling Psychotherapy?

When we talk about counselling, we are referring to an umbrella term for talking therapies. In counselling, you are provided with a safe and supportive environment where the counsellor helps you explore the problems you are experiencing. Within this supportive space, you may wish to bring a specific issue that is bothering you at that time. The counsellor can help you resolve conflicts in your life or simply help you gain greater self-confidence. During sessions, you can look at problems from different perspectives and learn the strategies needed to work through them. These approaches are also used across many Dublin psychotherapy services to support personal growth and emotional resilience.

The Counsellor

The relationship between the counsellor and the client is paramount to effective therapy. You must be able to build a relationship based on trust and feel comfortable enough to confide in your counsellor. The counsellor is trained to listen patiently and work at your pace. Your counsellor will create a space where you feel supported enough to share your concerns and, in turn, facilitate positive change. Counselling is not about telling you what to do but helping you explore your feelings and enabling choice.

Generally, there are two types of therapists who can offer counselling services: a Counsellor and a Counselling Psychologist. At City Counselling and Psychotherapy, we have several counsellors with specific training in counselling theory and skills, as well as clinical experience in face-to-face counselling. Counsellors usually conduct short- and medium-term work, and these approaches form part of the broader psychotherapy Dublin landscape.

What does Counselling look like in practice?

There are different types of counselling; City Counselling and Psychotherapy offers the following services:

Individual counselling (one to one), Couples counselling, Group counselling, Email/Internet (Skype) counselling, and Telephone counselling.

Counselling may be offered in a single session or over an agreed period of weeks or months. Sessions do not usually take any particular form or structure; however, some therapists (particularly CBT counsellors) may set an agenda for each session and review progress with you regularly. The counsellor provides opportunities to discuss your progress and the direction you wish to pursue. See FAQs for information around the initial meeting. These flexible approaches mirror the support available in Dublin psychotherapy services online and other Dublin psychotherapy online options.

Confidentiality Policy

In the initial meeting, the counsellor supports and encourages you to express your emotions and explore the problem you are facing. Some counsellors may also give you work to do or things to reflect on for the next session.

Counselling is a very personal process, and it is important to acknowledge that there may be times during your sessions when you need to talk about painful feelings. However, whatever you say in counselling is confidential (subject to legal and ethical exceptions), and counsellors offer guidance and support throughout this process. This commitment to confidentiality is a core value across online psychotherapy Dublin and online psychotherapy Ireland services.

Embark on a journey of self-discovery with our online psychotherapy services in Dublin’s Rathmines. City Therapy offers expert guidance through virtual sessions, promoting well-being from the convenience of your own space. Prioritise your mental health with our comprehensive and accessible Dublin online psychotherapy services, designed to support clients seeking low cost psychotherapy Dublin or affordable psychotherapy Dublin options.

City Therapy’s counselling and psychotherapy services in Dublin, especially in Rathmines, provide expert support tailored to your needs. Prioritise your mental well-being with our accessible and transformative sessions. Take the next step towards improved emotional health by exploring our Dublin psychotherapy services online and in person.

Conditions Treated with Online Psychotherapy Services

Online psychotherapy at City Therapy offers professional support for individuals experiencing a variety of emotional and psychological challenges. Through secure online sessions, clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences while receiving guidance from a qualified therapist.

Our online psychotherapy services can help with:

• Anxiety and Stress – understanding triggers and learning healthier ways to manage worry and tension.
• Depression and Low Mood – exploring emotional difficulties and developing more positive thinking patterns.
• Relationship Difficulties – working through communication issues and recurring relationship patterns.
• Low Self-Esteem – building confidence and improving self-awareness.
• Life Transitions and Personal Challenges – receiving support during periods of change, uncertainty, or emotional distress.

Online psychotherapy provides a flexible and accessible way to receive therapy while working toward improved emotional wellbeing.

When To See A Therapist

If anxiety, stress, low mood, relationship difficulties, or emotional challenges are affecting your daily life, speaking with a therapist can help you better understand your thoughts and feelings in a supportive environment. Online psychotherapy at City Therapy offers flexible and confidential access to professional therapy from the comfort of your own home.

Frequently Asked Questions