• "I was referred to Dearbhaill by my GP when I was struggling during perimenopause. At the time, I felt completely unlike myself. My moods were unpredictable, my anxiety had increased, and I often felt overwhelmed and exhausted. I had never been to therapy before and, if I’m honest, I wasn’t sure what to expect. From the first session, Dearbhaill put me at ease. She created a calm, understanding space where I felt comfortable talking openly about what I was going through. For the first time in a long while, I felt truly listened to and reassured that what I was experiencing was valid. Through our work together, I began to understand how much this stage of life was affecting both my emotional and mental wellbeing. Dearbhaill helped me make sense of the changes I was experiencing and supported me in finding ways to care for myself during a time that felt very confusing and unsettling. Over time, I started to feel more like myself again. I feel calmer, more accepting of the changes happening in my life, and better equipped to manage the ups and downs that come with this stage. I’m so glad my GP suggested I speak with Dearbhaill. Therapy has been an incredibly supportive part of navigating this transition, and I’m very happy I took that first step".

    — Jenny

  • "Before starting therapy, my anxiety had become a constant background noise in my life. My mind was always racing and I found myself worrying about things long before they happened. It was exhausting and I often felt like I was just trying to get through each day. Working with Dearbhaill helped me understand my anxiety in a way I never had before. She created a calm, supportive space where I felt comfortable talking about things that had been weighing on me for a long time. I never felt judged or rushed, and she had a very gentle way of helping me make sense of what was going on beneath the surface. Over time, I began to feel more in control of my thoughts and less overwhelmed by them. I learned practical ways to manage anxious moments and started to feel more grounded in myself. Things that once felt huge and unmanageable now feel much more possible. Therapy with Dearbhaill has made a real difference to my life. I feel calmer, more confident, and better able to cope when anxiety shows up".

    — Rebecca

  • "When I first came to see Dearbhaill, I felt completely overwhelmed. Everything in my life seemed to be piling up at once and I couldn’t see a clear way forward. I felt stuck in my thoughts and constantly second-guessing myself. From the very first session, I felt safe and understood. Dearbhaill has a very calm and thoughtful way of listening that helped me slow down and make sense of what I was feeling. She helped me untangle things that had felt impossible to understand on my own. Over time, I began to see things differently. I started to feel more grounded, more confident in my decisions, and less weighed down by the constant noise in my mind. I learned practical ways to manage overwhelm and began trusting myself again. What I appreciated most was that I never felt judged or rushed. The space felt safe, supportive and allowed me to be honest about things I had never spoken about before. I came to therapy feeling stuck and unsure of myself. I left feeling clearer, stronger, and more hopeful".

    — Anne