Ms Anne Carey

2022 Diploma in Supervision: Super Vision 2022 Diploma in Grief and Bereavement Counselling: Centre of Excellence 2021 Diploma in Life Purpose Coaching: Centre of Excellence 2021 Certificate in Non-Violence- Resistance Training 2019 MA in Humanistic and Integrative Psychotherapy (Clinical): Tivoli Institute & Carlow Institute of Technology 2017 Certificate in Trauma Healing of the Fragmented Selves: Janna Fisher Dublin/USA 2016 Certificate in Resolution of Shock & Trauma: Dr Stephanie Mines, PhD USA 2016 Certificate in Pastrol/Spiritual Counseling: P.C.I. College Dublin 2015 Certificate in Child & Adolescent Counselling: IICP Killinarden Dublin 2013 Certificate in Support Work Training: Support After Homicide 2011 FETAC Level 6 in Advocacy: Training Awards Council 2009 Certificate in Group Facilitation: Irish Center for Group Work Dublin 2009 Diploma in Psychotherapy: Tivoli Institute Dublin 2005 Diploma in Building Self-Esteem: Distance Learning Acreddation Council 2013 Certificate in Working Towards Safer Trauma Therapy: Babette Rothschild Dublin 2003 Certificate in facilitation & Integrative Counseling: NCII: National Counseling Institute 2001 Certificate in Addiction Studies: Addiction Training Institute Dublin 2000 Certificate in Gestalt Therapy: School of Humanistic Psychotherapy Dublin 2000 Diploma in Psychotherapy: Irish Association of Holistic Medicine

Counselling Services provided:

I provide counselling for a wide

variety of presenting issues to both females and males.

Whether you are seeking counselling

for relationship difficulties, experiencing abuse, bereavement, depression,

trauma, low self-esteem, pondering the meaning of life or wish to explore

options in relation making changes and important decisions.

My counselling and psychotherapy

services are here to support you.

General Counselling

Through this process I will support you to process your personal,

emotional, or psychological challenges. I will provide a safe, supportive

environment for you to explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviours. The

goal is to improve your mental health, enhance coping skills, and foster

personal growth. General counselling may cover a wide range of issues,

including stress, anxiety, relationships, self-esteem, and life transitions,

helping you gain clarity, solve problems, and achieve greater emotional

well-being.

Counselling for Relationships

My counselling service addresses a wide range of

relationship issues, offering support and guidance to you. With many years of

experience in counselling both males and females, I provide a safe,

non-judgmental space for you to explore challenges such as communication

problems, conflict resolution, trust issues, and emotional connection. My goal

is to help you navigate your relationships with understanding, improve your

emotional well-being, and foster healthier, more fulfilling connections.

I have many years’ experience of counselling both males and females who

are experiencing domestic abuse in their relationship. Are you experiencing any

of the following form of abuse: Coercive Control: in the form of possessiveness, jealousy, controlling behaviour such as isolation from friends and family, verbally through put downs, undermining, criticism,

financial abuse.

Do you feel like you are walking on eggshells?

Is your experience of abuse from your childhood or more recent

abuse?

Physical abuse:

Are you being pushed, strangled, slapped, threatened or spat or other type physical

pain or injury.

Emotional Abuse:

Often comes in the form humiliation,

manipulation, insults often associated with situations with power imbalance in

the home or workplace (bullying).

Counselling for Anxiety and Panic Attacks:

The goal of anxiety and panic attack counselling is too empower you to understand and manage your anxiety by using tools and strategies to manage your anxiety triggers, regain control over your life, improving your overall well-being.

Anxiety is a natural response to stress, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can interfere with daily life. Anxious thoughts and panic attacks can be frightening, when you begin to feel like you have no longer

control over how you are feeling or yourself. Understanding your anxiety and why

you are feeling the way you do is the first step to freedom and taking back your power over anxiety and panic attacks.

Counselling for Depression:

Depression counselling involves therapeutic support to help you cope with and overcome symptoms of depression. These symptoms could be in the form of feelings of sadness, hopelessness, lack of interest in general in life,

struggling to get up each morning or enjoying pleasurable activities. Counselling help you to identify and change negative thought patterns, improve coping strategies, through embrasing positive behavioural changes. The goal is to help you understand the root causes of your depression, manage your emotions, and develop healthier ways of thinking and living. It will also provide a supportive, non-judgmental space for you to express your feelings and receive guidance on how to improve your mental health.

Trauma Counselling:

Trauma counselling is a therapeutic process

designed to help you heal from the emotional and psychological effects of your traumatic

experiences. It involves exploring the nature of your trauma so you understand

how it is impacting your life. Trauma can be present for many different reasons

from life events and experiences such as abuse, accidents, or incidents that you had no control over, or it could be an incident or experience that occurred recently. Understandingyour trauma is the first step in managing it and becoming free of its impact on your life.

Trauma counselling can to help you regain a sense of safety, process

your emotions, behavioural patterns and rebuild your life with healthier coping

strategies.

Counselling for Self-Esteem:

Self-esteem counselling

focuses on helping you improve your self-worth and build a more positive

self-image. It involves identifying and exploring negative beliefs and thought

patterns that contribute to your low self-esteem. Through exploration you learn

to recognize your strengths, set healthy boundaries, and develop a more

compassionate and realistic view of yourself. The goal of self-esteem counselling

is to empower you to feel more confident, resilient, and valued in every area of

your life.

Stress Management Counselling:

Stress management counselling helps you identify sources of stress and develop effective strategies to cope with and reduce it. You will learn techniques such as relaxation exercises, time management, changing thought patterns, and mindfulness to better handle life's pressures. The goal is to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and enhance overall coping skills, enabling you

to manage stress in healthier and a more balanced way.

Counselling for Shame:

Shame is a powerful and often painful emotion that

arises when you feel bad about yourself, believe you've done something wrong,

or think you are unworthy or fundamentally flawed. It reflects a deep sense of personal inadequacy or failure. Initially, shame often comes from external sources, such as criticism or rejection from others, who may communicate the message "you are bad." Over time, you may internalize this message,

leading to self-judgments like "I am bad," "I am not enough," "I am unlovable," or "I am stupid." It can also stem from internal pressures, such as perfectionism or unmet personal standards. Shame can lead to a range of negative outcomes, including low self-esteem, social withdrawal, anxiety, or depression. It can be a very hidden emotion and it often creates a sense of disconnection from others, because of fear of being

judged or exposed. Overcoming your shame involves addressing its underlying

causes, cultivating self-compassion, and learning to accept yourself as

imperfect but valuable. I can support you to work through these feelings and

regain a healthier sense of self-worth and emotional healing and growth.

Counselling for Guilt

Realistic guilt is an emotional response that occurs when you believe you have done something wrong or failed to meet your own or others' expectations. It often involves a sense of responsibility for harmful actions or outcomes. Unrealistic guilt, however, occurs when you feel guilty for situations outside of your control or for things you had no

influence over. It involves excessive or misplaced feelings of responsibility, leading to unnecessary self-blame and emotional distress. Unrealistic guilt can be a result of perfectionism, unrealistic expectations, or a tendency to takemon too much responsibility for other people’s needs.

I can support you to explore and understand how guilt is impacting your life. We will focus on distinguishing between genuine guilt, which is tied to specific actions, and unrealistic guilt, which arises from excessive or misplaced responsibility. You will learn to understand your irrational thought patterns developing a healthier perspective into the origins of your feelings enabling you to let go of the old and embrace a new you.

Non-Violent Resistance Counselling:

Non-Violent Resistance

(NVR) counselling is a therapeutic approach designed to help individuals,

particularly parents or caregivers, manage challenging behaviour in children or

adolescents without resorting to violence or punitive measures. NVR focuses on

empowering parents to respond calmly, assertively, and consistently to

difficult behaviours. It encourages the use of clear boundaries, emotional

self-regulation, and non-violent strategies to de-escalate conflicts. The goal

is to promote positive change, improve communication, and strengthen

relationships while reducing aggression and promoting a peaceful environment.

Through engaging in the NVR program, I can empower you to parent with authority and confidence. This approach

will help you set clear boundaries, respond calmly to challenging behaviours,

and strengthen your relationship with your child, all while maintaining a peaceful and respectful home environment.

Adolescent Counselling:

Adolescent counselling is

a therapeutic process designed to help teenagers navigate the emotional,

behavioural, and social challenges they face during this crucial stage of

development. It provides a safe space for adolescents to express their thoughts

and feelings, address issues such as anxiety, depression, peer pressure, family

dynamics, or academic stress, and develop healthier coping strategies. The goal

is to support adolescents in building self-esteem, improving communication

skills, and making positive life choices, while helping them develop emotional

resilience and better mental health.

Counselling Supervision:

Counselling supervision

is a professional process in which experienced counsellors guide and support

less experienced counsellors to enhance their skills, knowledge, and ethicalpractices. It involves regular meetings where the supervisee discusses their

cases, challenges, and emotional responses to clients. The goal is to ensure

high-quality care, promote professional growth, prevent burnout, and uphold ethical

standards in counselling practice. Supervision helps counsellors gain new

insights, develop their techniques, and receive feedback in a safe and supportive environment.

General Work Environment Supervision:

General supervision in workplace environments involves supporting employees' emotional well-being and providing a space where they can explore conflicts and challenges they are experiencing in the work place . It includes offering guidance,feedback, and resources to help employees manage stress, improve performance, and navigate

interpersonal issues. Supervisors play a key role in fostering a positive work environment by promoting open communication, resolving conflicts, and ensuring that employees feel supported and valued. The goal is to create a productive, healthy, and collaborative workplace that benefits both employees and the organization.

Meaning of Life Counselling:

Meaning of life counselling helps people explore deeper

questions like:

• “Why am I here?”
• “What gives my life purpose
•     or meaning?”
• “How do I find fulfilment?”

It is often helpful when someone feels lost, stuck, or unsure about the direction of their

life. Instead of just focusing on problems or symptoms, this kind of counselling looks at truly matters to you as a person. It’s about understanding your values, passions, beliefs, and what gives your life a sense of purpose.

It helps you figure out what makes life worth living for you.

What happens in a session?

You get the opportunity to explore questions about life: example what is really important to you? Am I living the life I want? What gives me joy and purpose? We can explore your past life experiences, turning points, and challenges you may have encountered that shaped you to date. Its an opportunity to explore your core values example your family, creativity, freedom, love so they can

guide you towards decisions and goals. It provides the space for you to reflect on what’s current and move toward a more meaningful life – even if circumstances are difficult.

This form of counselling is very suitable for:

• People feeling lost or
•     directionless
• Those going through a life
•     change (job loss, divorce, illness, etc.)
• Anyone asking "Is
•     this all there is?"
• People dealing with grief
•     or existential anxiety
• Those wanting to live more intentionally
•     or authentically

Client

who come for this kind of therapy are often exploring questions like?

“I have a good job and family, but I feel empty inside.”

“I am just existing and I feel I have no purpose in life.”

“I really hate my job but I don’t know what else to do because I need the money”

“I have spent years in a relationship that is not fulfilling me but I don’t how to leave it.”

If you are experiencing any of the above I can help you examine your thoughts and feelings and explore options to find meaningful solutions for whats best for you.