Counselling for Anxiety
Feeling stuck in your head, constantly overthinking, or unable to swith off?
Counselling for anxiety provides a space to understand what's going on and learn how to respond differently, so you can feel more in control again.
Anxiety counselling sessions are available in-person in Dublin 12 and online across Ireland.
What is anxiety?
Anxiety is something everyone experiences at times. But when it becomes constant, overwhelming, or difficult to manage, it can start to affect your daily life.
People experiencing anxiety often describe feeling constantly on edge, trapped in cycles of overthinking, or struggling to switch off from worry.
You might recognise yourself in some of this:
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persistent worry or overthinking
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difficulty relaxing or feeling calm
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racing thoughts
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trouble sleeping
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physical tension or restlessness
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avoiding situations that trigger anxiety
Counselling for anxiety can help individuals understand these experiences and develop healthier ways of responding to them.
How counselling for anxiety can help
Therapy doesn't aim to get rid of anxiety completely, but to help you relate to it differently so it no longer controls your life.
Through counselling, many people begin to develop a clearer understanding of their anxiety and learn new ways of responding to and managing it.
Counselling for anxiety can help you:
1. Understand patterns of worry and overthinking
2. Develop practical strategies for managing anxious thoughts
3. Build confidence in responding to difficult emotions
4. Reduce avoidance and regain a sense of control
5. Develop greater emotional resilience and self awareness
The aim of therapy is not to eliminate anxiety completely, but to help you develop a healthier relationship with your thoughts and emotions.
My approach to counselling for anxiety
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it is something that can be understood and worked with.
My approach is practical, supportive, and focused on helping you understand what's driving your anxiety and how to respond to it differently.
Rather than just talking about your anxiety, we'll work on identifying the patterns behind it, such as overthinking, constant worry, or avoidance, and begin making changes that feel realistic in your day-to-day life.
This might include learning how to step back from anxious thoughts, understanding how your thoughts affect how you feel and act, and building new ways of coping in situations that currently feel overwhelming.
You won't be judged or expected to have everything figured out. We go at your pace and focus on what will actually help you move forward.
As a qualified psychotherapist, I draw from approaches such as CBT, ACT and person-centred therapy, depending on what works best for you.
Therapy options
Online counselling for anxiety across Ireland
Online therapy sessions for anxiety allow you to access support from the comfort of your own space, without the need to travel or rearrange your day.
For many people, this makes it easier to stay consistent and fully focus on what's going on, without added pressure.
Most clients choose to work online for flexibilty and convenience.
In person counselling for anxiety in Dublin 12
Macánta Psychotherapy offers in person counselling sessions in Dublin 12 in a private and confidential therapy setting.
For many people, meeting face to face provides a dedicated space away from everyday pressures where they can reflect and explore their experiences more deeply.
What happens in the first session?
Starting counselling can feel like a big step, especially when anxiety is already making things feel overwhelming.
Step 1: A free 15-minute call
The first step is a short, free 15-minute call.
This is simply a chance for us to talk through what’s been going on for you and see if working together feels like the right fit.
There’s no pressure, just a conversation where you can ask questions and get a sense of how I work.
If you decide to start therapy
Your first full session is simply an opportunity for us to begin getting to know each other and to talk about what has brought you to therapy.
There is no pressure to share everything immediately. We move at a pace that feels comfortable for you.
During the first session we may explore:
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what you have been experiencing recently
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what you would like support with
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what you hope to gain from therapy
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how the therapy process works
You’re also free to ask any questions along the way.
If you’re unsure, the easiest place to start is simply having a conversation.
Taking the first step
Starting therapy for anxiety can feel difficult, especially when your thoughts already feel overwhelming or discouraging.
You don't need to have everything figured out before reaching out. The easiest place to start is simply having a conversation.
The first step is a free 15-minute call, where we can talk through whats been going on for you and see if this feels like the right fit.
Other Counselling and Psychotherapy Services
If you are exploring therapy, you may also want to learn more about the other counselling services available at Macánta Psychotherapy.
Therapy for low-mood, loss of motivation, and emotional exhaustion.
Support for addiction and building long-term recovery.
Therapy for those experiencing burnout.
You can view a full list of all of our services on our Psychotherapy Services page.