“Specialist trauma therapy to support life’s challenges, guiding you from surviving to thriving.”

Amanda Walsh

Counselling and Psychotherapy.

Welcome to my counselling service, a place where your emotional wellbeing matters most.

Based in Glanmire, Cork, I’m committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges with compassion and professional care.

🌿 “Supporting your wellbeing with warmth, care, and understanding.”

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Hi and welcome!

My name is Amanda Walsh, and I am an integrative Counsellor and Psychotherapist based in Glanmire, Cork, Ireland, offering both in-person and secure online sessions for adults and adolescents (+18). I am a member of the Irish Association for counselling and Psychotherapy which regulates and ensures adherence to ethical standards.

When Life Feels Heavy

Life can sometimes feel overwhelmingly heavy. It may be a worry that won’t switch off, sadness that lingers, painful memories that become intrusive or a sense that you’ve lost your way. These struggles can leave you feeling stuck and can deeply affect how you see yourself, your relationships, and the world around you.

Reaching out for support takes courage, and you don’t have to do it alone.

Here to Support You

I offer therapy both in-person and online, providing the same warmth, care, and depth of support, whether you prefer the connection of face-to-face sessions or the flexibility of meeting online. Each counselling and psychotherapy session is 50-60 minutes in duration, giving us time to explore what’s on your mind in a supportive, non-judgmental space.

I hold a BSc (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy and a Postgraduate Advanced Diploma (Level 9) in Trauma‑Informed Therapy, with extensive specialist training in chronic illness support, counselling psychology, and trauma crisis intervention.

My ongoing professional training includes Online Professional Practice and working therapeutically with adolescents and adults, including those who are neurodivergent. I also have specialist experience supporting individuals through bereavement, self-harm, and suicidal thoughts. My therapeutic approach integrates evidence-based modalities, including DBT, CBT, and Psychodynamic Therapy, to deliver personalised, client-centred care. I work collaboratively with clients to foster insight, build resilience, and support meaningful change within a safe and reflective therapeutic environment.

How I Can Help

I offer therapy for a wide range of challenges and life experiences, such as:

• Anxiety, stress, or panic

• Low mood and depression

• Trauma and post-traumatic stress

• Grief and loss

• Relationship or family difficulties

• Low self-esteem and confidence

• Living with chronic illness or health concerns

• Life transitions and personal growth

• Sexual orientation and identity

• Emotional or hormonal difficulties

• Ongoing mental health concerns

🌿 You’re welcome to learn more about me and the services I offer here on my website. If you’d like to arrange a free consultation or begin therapy, I’d be happy to hear from you.

🌿 “Therapy tailored to you — building resilience, strength, and hope.”

Services

Therapy is available in-person and online, each offering the same level of care, confidentiality, and support.

Free Consultation

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Counselling and Psychotherapy

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“The first step takes courage, but together we can find the way forward.”

Contact Me

To book an appointment or enquire further please kindly use the contact form provided. Reaching out for support can feel like a big step. Rest assured that all questions and information shared are kept strictly private and confidential. I aim to respond to all enquiries within 24 to 48 hours.

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🌿 “Here to listen, here to support, here for your journey.”

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Hello December!❄️ A month which can be joyful for many with preparations beginning for Christmas but also a time that can be difficult for others and bring increased levels of stress. So what is stress? Stress isn't just a feeling, it's a biological response. Your brain detects a threat -> your body releases adrenaline + cortisol -> your heart rate, breath and muscles shift into fight/flight mode. Our stress cycle response should return to normal once the threat is over, unfortunately it can sometimes become "stuck". This incomplete cycle keeps cortisol levels elevated, and the nervous system on high alert. Your body is waiting for the signal that everything is ok and that you can feel calmer and turn off the emergency alarm. How to complete the cycle? Physical movement, deep slow breathing, good sleep hygiene, limit screen time, crying, laughter, creative expressions, connecting with safe people, progressive muscle relaxation. Stress can begin very subtly, It can be difficult to know exactly what is causing your symptoms, when it began or how to start managing it. If you are feeling overwhelmed and are struggling with stress, anxiety and/or depression please get in touch to arrange an appointment and we can begin your healing journey. I am located at The Therapy hub, Hazelwood, Glanmire and Online. www.AmandaWalshTherapy.ie Warmly Amanda. 🌿🦋 #stress #stressfultimes #anxiety #depression #counselling #overwhelm #anxiety #depression #counsellingcork #traumatherapycork

Self sabotage is rarely about weakness, it's about protection. That part of you that hesitates, procrastinates, or avoids is doing its best to keep you safe from emotional risk. In therapy we learn to thank that part for trying to protect us and then teach it that safety can exist even while growing. 🌿 #Therapythoughts # selfsabotage #innerwork #selfcompassion #mentalhealthawareness www.amandawalshtherapy.ie

Thinking of everyone who's struggling with their mental health. You don't have to face it alone. It's ok to ask for help. Reaching out is a brave and powerful step. www.amandawalshtherapy.ie #worldmentalhealthday2025 #mentalhealthawareness

✨ Exciting news! ✨ I'm delighted to share that my new website is live! 🌿 www.amandawalshtherapy.ie Link in my bio. A space where you can learn more about my services as a trauma informed counsellor and psychotherapist, my approach, and how to start your therapy journey. Whether you're seeking support for anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic illness, life transitions, or simply need a space to be heard 🗣️ therapy can help you find clarity, strength, and peace. Take a peek, explore and reach out if you'd like to arrange a consultation. You're mental health matters, and I'm here to walk alongside you. 🌱 🦋 Individual in-person and online services available.

🍂 As the seasons change, many of us notice shifts not only in nature, but within ourselves. Autumn invites us to slow down, reflect, and let go of what is not aligned with our wellbeing. ✨ 🍂

A gentle Monday reminder. 🌿🦋 #Mentalhealthmatters mental health awareness #psychotherapy #selfcompassion #mentalhealthsupport

Feeling anxious and exhausted? You are not alone. This 15 minute morning routine is for the nervous system. It is designed for those healing from chronic fatigue, anxiety, burnout or trauma. Use it daily or when your body is feeling stuck in survival mode. Save this to your morning toolbox. 🧰 Tag someone who deserves to start their day gently. 🌿 #nervoussystemhealing #somatictherapy #chronicfatiguerecovery #traumainformed #mentalhealthtools #gentlemornings #anxietysupport

🧠 Understanding Psychosis 🧠 Psychosis is not just "losing touch with reality" - it's a deeply human experience often rooted in overwhelming stress, trauma or emotional pain. Psychosis can be a way the mind tries to make sense of internal chaos. These experiences can be subtle at first, confusing, unsettling and misunderstood. It is not the same for everyone. Sometimes it looks like: 🔶 Racing thoughts that are hard to control. 🔶 The world feeling disconnected, distorted or unreal. 🔶 Difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly. 🔶 Feeling like your mind is playing tricks on you. 🔶 Perceiving sights or sounds differently to others. 🦋 You are not alone, these experiences are not a sign of weakness - they're signals that the mind is in distress and needs support. It's time to replace fear with facts, judgment with empathy and shame with understanding. 🌱 There is help and hope. With early support, recovery is possible. #PsychosisAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #Earlyintervention #CompassionOverStigma #PsychotherapySupport #YouAreNotAlone

🌱 #SelfCompassion #Traumahealing #Gentlehealing #Therapysupport #Mentalhealthmatters 🦋

🌱 Mental Health Reminder: Progress isn't always Loud. Healing doesn't have to be dramatic or visible to be real. It can look like: ✨ Choosing rest over burnout. ✨ Setting a boundary even if your voice shakes. ✨ Getting out of bed when your mind says "stay". ✨ Reaching out for support and connection, even if it feels scary. ✨ Releasing guilt, expectations or old narratives that don't serve you. ✨ Through movement, gentle walks, dancing, stretching after a hard day. ✨ With creativity - journaling, painting, singing or building something with your hands. ✨ Being in nature - feeling the sun on your skin, hearing birdsong, watching the sunrise. ✨ Showing up for yourself in small ways with kindness and compassion. If you are doing any of these things - you're healing. Quietly, powerfully, consistently. 🦋 You don't have to do it alone - therapy is a safe place to grow, process and heal at your own pace. #mentalhealthmatters #mentalhealthsupport #youarenotalone #emotionalwellbeing #healingisnotlinear

"Where the light filters in" - A poem by Amanda Walsh. 🌳🌲🪾🌥️🌿🦋 You are welcome to share. I hope it brings a sense of peace and calm. counselling #psychotherapy #mentalhealthawareness #meditation #DepressionAndAnxietyAwareness #selfcompassion #nervoussystemhealing

🦋 Counselling is for everyone. If you are stressed and struggling with any emotional, psychological or behavioural problem please reach out for support. 🌿 #counselling #psychotherapy #mentalhealthsupport

Let's talk about Humiliation Trauma? 🌿 When a child, or an adult is shamed, belittled, mocked, laughed at or dismissed it can leave a very deep wound. This kind of emotional injury can shape how we trust, how we speak up and how we feel about ourselves. We are not just too sensitive, we are human and hurt by the shame that was undeservedly put upon us. 🦋 Here's what is important to remember! What happened to you does not define your worth. You are not the shame you feel. Healing starts when you begin to treat yourself with kindness and compassion. It also helps to be around people who respect and support you. A qualified and informed therapist can be your supporter. You are not alone, you deserve to be loved and appreciated for who you are. #Humiliationtrauma #counsellingandpsychotherapy #selflove #selfcompassion #mentalhealthawareness #anxietysupport #DepressionAndAnxietyAwareness #therapy

Your body remembers emotional trauma - but it also knows how to heal! 🦋 Trauma isn't only in the mind - it's stored in the body, especially in the fascia. 💢 The fascia is the web of connective tissue that wraps around our muscles, organs and bones. It holds everything together. However, it isn't just structural, it's sensory and it feels. It responds. It acts like a communication highway between our body and brain. It doesn't just respond to physical injury... every emotion, every trauma, every moment of safety and fear - all travels through this intelligent network. When emotional trauma isn't fully processed, it can get stored in the fascia as tension, pain, restriction or numbness. That tightness in your shoulder, that ache in your hip, the tension in your jaw and all the places that feel "stuck". The body holds onto the unspoken grief, fear and overwhelm that the mind could not process at the time.🧠 But here's the beautiful part: fascia is alive, responsive and capable of change. Our body holds the wisdom to heal and release the trauma. 🌿 It's important to remember our body is not broken, but is trying to communicate and provide protection. With compassion, gentle movement, breathwork and the right therapeutic safe connection and support -- our body can begin to unlearn survival patterns and remember the safety and trust within. It can begin to let go and release what it once had to hold onto. #SomaticHealing #Traumainthebody #nervoussystemhealing #emotionaltrauma #Mindbodyconnection #traumarecovery #traumainformed

🦋 Life can sometimes feel like a web of endless thoughts, feelings and experiences each one pulling us in different directions. It’s easy to get caught up in the noise and feel overwhelmed. But what if we could take a step back and untangle them one thread at a time? Working with a therapist can help guide you towards clarity and understanding. It’s about giving yourself the time and compassion to find relief, piece by piece. 💬 Have you ever felt overwhelmed by your thoughts? Share your experience or reach out if you need support. Together, we can create space for peace and growth. 🌿 #MentalHealthMatters #UntangleYourThoughts #Mindfulness #TherapyJourney #InnerPeace #mentalclarity Video credit: @happinessproject

Your body holds the key to healing trauma. 🧘💫 Unlock your inner peace, reconnect, release and heal from the inside out. 🌿 #thebodykeepsthescore #selfcare #selfcompassion #healingtrauma #counsellingandpsychotherapy #counsellingpsychology

F.E.A.R. – Forget Everything And Run, or Face Everything And Rise?! Fear isn't inherently negative; in fact, it serves a vital purpose. It’s a warning signal, often alerting us to potential dangers or risks in our environment, helping us protect ourselves by prompting timely reactions. The real challenge arises when fear becomes a habit, convincing our mind and body that threats exist even when they don’t. Fear often emerges when we’re on the verge of realizing our full potential. Growth happens just beyond the comfort zone, and stepping outside of it can lead us to the life we’re meant to live. 🌳 What if, instead of running from fear, we faced it head-on? What could we achieve if we felt the fear and did it anyway? 🦋 If you find yourself stuck in a fear spiral, feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, self-sabotage, or unsure how to break free, you don’t have to navigate it alone. Seeking support can help you shift your perspective and regain control, empowering you to rise beyond the fear and unlock your true potential. #feelthefearanddoitanyway #AnxietySupport #meantalhealthawareness #mentalhealthsupport

🌊 Emotions are like waves on the ocean, they rise and fall every minute of every day. Some days they feel high enough to reach the sky, others they feel stagnant or still and sometimes like a raging storm. Healing shows us how to ebb and flow on the waves of emotions, how to navigate through them and find solutions when we are threading water or being caught up in one of life's riptides. #mentalhealthsupport #Counselling #mindandbodybalance #psychotherapy

Let's normalise going to therapy when our mental health and emotional wellbeing are suffering. Mental health is just as important as physical health. We often focus on caring for our bodies by eating well, exercising, getting enough rest... but it's equally crucial to nurture our minds. Our mental well-being impacts every aspect of our lives, from relationships to work performance, and overall happiness. Taking the time to prioritize our mental health, whether through therapy, self-care, or simply taking a break, is essential for living a balanced, fulfilling life. Remember, a healthy mind supports a healthy body, and vice versa. 🧠❤️‍🩹 #counselling #psychotherapy #mentalhealthmatters #endthestigma #selfcare #healthehurt #takecareofyou #mindandbodybalance

Understanding and recognising our emotions and reactions to them are important for compassionate self growth. In childhood, if we were taught to suppress feelings, push through or distract ourselves, chances are we experience challenging emotional reactions in adulthood. These emotions don't disappear, they resurface in other ways. Learning to recognise and name our emotions will help us to not be overwhelmed by them. They are perhaps trying to give a signal of hurt, sadness or neglect that went unprocessed, internalised and pushed down into the body. For example, overwhelming emotions often show up as anger which can occur when our boundaries are crossed and our safety or values feel compromised. Anxiety, through a perceived loss of control over a situation. Sadness due to a loss of love and care. Frustration and loneliness because of an inability to change things or feeling we don't have anyone to share our difficulties with. Physically this can manifest as heart palpitations, panic attacks, sweating, fatigue, insomnia, pain in the joints, gastrointestinal issues etc. When we start listening to our emotions we can break the cycle and finally give ourselves the care and attention we deserve. They are invitations to reflect on what needs to change, to focus on what's in our control and steps we can take to help improve our emotional wellbeing. We will still experience difficult emotions as that is inevitable and part of being alive, but we won't be overwhelmed by them. If you are struggling with overwhelming emotions then please do reach out for support from a therapist. #emotionalwellbeing #mentalhealth #selfcompassion #selflove #psychotherapy #counsellingandpsychotherapy

Let's talk about Humiliation Trauma? 🌿

When a child, or an adult is shamed, belittled, mocked, laughed at or dismissed it can leave a very deep wound.

This kind of emotional injury can shape how we trust, how we speak up and how we feel about our

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