You’re in the right place if you’re feeling overwhelmed, stuck in your head, or worn down by trying to cope on your own.

Small, steady steps create meaningful change. Instead of pushing yourself to power through, we provide a grounded space to untangle what’s been weighing on you, practise new tools in real time, and slowly build a life that feels more spacious and genuinely your own.

You don’t need to hit rock bottom to begin. Many people come to us simply because they want things to feel steadier again.

Change tends to be quiet, cumulative, and deeply felt.

A grounded, evidence-based approach without overwhelm

Our work is rooted in mindfulness, compassion and acceptance-based approaches. Rather than trying to eliminate difficult thoughts or feelings, we help you relate to them differently—in ways that reduce struggle and increase choice.

The skills you learn will support you in your daily life, and you can come back to them again and again.

Over time, people often experience shifts…

From overwhelm

Feeling constantly on edge or depleted

Being caught in cycles of overthinking or self-criticism

Feeling unsure how to navigate what’s next

Towards clarity

Greater calm and emotional steadiness

Clearer direction and values-based choices

More confidence handling life as it unfolds

Take a look at our modalities

Acceptance & Commitment Therapy

ACT is particularly helpful for anxiety, worry, and the exhausting cycle of trying to control your thoughts. Rather than fighting against difficult feelings, you'll learn to notice these experiences without getting hooked by them. Through practical exercises, you'll develop psychological flexibility—the ability to be present with discomfort while taking action toward what truly matters to you.
It's about building a rich, meaningful life alongside the challenges in life, not waiting for them to disappear first.

Metacognitive Therapy

MCT focuses on changing how you relate to your thoughts, rather than changing the thoughts themselves. It teaches you to recognise and interrupt unhelpful thinking patterns like worry loops and rumination. If you find yourself stuck in repetitive thought cycles that feel impossible to escape, MCT helps you step back and see these patterns as mental habits rather than facts.
You'll develop practical strategies to disengage from overthinking and restore a sense of mental calm and clarity.

Compassion-Focused Therapy

CFT is especially helpful if you struggle with shame, self-criticism, or feeling like you're never good enough.
This approach helps you understand how your brain developed these patterns (often as protective mechanisms) and teaches you to cultivate self-compassion instead.
Through practical exercises, you'll learn to offer yourself the same warmth and understanding you'd naturally give to a close friend or loved one.

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is about learning to be present with your experience—without judgement, without trying to fix or change it. Through simple, practical techniques, you'll develop the ability to notice your thoughts, emotions, and bodily sensations as they arise, creating space between stimulus and response.
This awareness becomes a foundation for making conscious choices rather than reacting automatically to stress or difficulty.

How Sessions Work

Weekly or fortnightly sessions

One-to-one support at a rhythm that works for your life and capacity.

online sessions

Held via secure video, from the comfort of your home or wherever you feel settled.

Session Options & Fees

50-minute session: €110
90-minute session: €190

Community Support

If cost is a barrier, sliding scale options are available—please feel free to ask.

Start with a free chat

Last year I was in a very dark place with little support from friends or family. 

Dan slowly, but surely, helped build me back up. He gave me tools to deal with my challenges and changed how I process my thoughts. I still wobble sometimes, but his steady support made all the difference.

— Tom

I felt so comfortable sharing my experiences with Kate. She created a truly safe space. 

I learned practical skills and strategies for tough situations, and her calm pace helped me talk about difficult things without pressure or judgment. I’ll definitely recommend her to others.

— James

Dan was central to my recovery.

His expertise and gentle manner during such a sensitive time made all the difference. I felt truly understood and supported, and I’ll recommend him to anyone facing something similar.

— Eva

Working with Kate was such a powerful experience. Her presence felt like a gift.

When I couldn’t find words for my pain, she’d patiently hold space. Her compassion taught me to honour my memories and grow around my grief. In my forever-changed life, I’m rediscovering joy.

— Mairéad

Meet each day with presence and compassion.

Find your ground again

Meaningful change starts with a small step

You don’t have to navigate the overwhelm alone. We offer a steady, evidence-based space to help you work with your mind, not against it. See if our approach feels right for you.

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