Presenting Issues

Depression

Depression affects many of us yet it is still difficult to talk about in Irish society. Unfortunately through this silence, the very acute pain that each individual experiences is lost and unacknowledged.

Anxiety

Anxiety is a normal response to threatening situations – however anxious feelings can also produce unpleasant side-effects such as sweating, tension, panic attacks and avoidant behaviour.

Low Self-Esteem

Low self-esteem affects many, if not all of us at some point in our life – it affects our confidence, our ability to assert ourselves, how we relate to others and how able we to ensure we get our needs met.

Sexuality

Sexual identify informs how we feel about ourselves to a much larger extent than most of us realise. When we live and love in accordance with our sexuality, we enable ourselves to live more free and fuller life.

Gender Identity

Trans and non-binary individuals require educated and sensitive counselling to share and explore the emotional pain that has characterised their life’s journey, allowing them to feel heard and seen in their true identity.

Migrant Mental Health

Insight Matters passionately supports the vision of an inclusive Ireland. We offer culturally sensitive and inclusive services to individuals affected by prejudice, racism and discrimination.

Relationship Issues

A close intimate relationship can be a source of great fulfilment. Yet when the relationship becomes problematic feelings of sadness, guilt, rejection and loneliness can ensue.

Sexual Difficulties

Sexual difficulties are very common and can cause a great deal of anxiety and distress especially as it is a sensitive topic. Speaking with a sex therapist can help individuals and couples achieve a more fulfilling sex life.

Stress Management

In small amounts, stress can be tolerated. However, prolonged or intense stress levels can impact on our relationships, work performance, and lead to panic attacks and/or depression.

Eating Distress

More and more, we are seeing an increase with people being anxiously preoccupied with body image and weight control. Therapy can help with understanding our relationship with food.

Addiction

Addictions can take a serious toll on physical and psychological health. If your day to day functioning or health is affected, then you may benefit from addiction counselling and psychotherapy.

Obsessive Compulsive Disorder

OCD is an anxiety disorder in which people have unwanted and repeated thoughts, feelings, ideas, sensations (obsessions), or behaviours that make them feel driven to do something (compulsions).

Fears and Phobia

We all experience fear and worry, to a degree. However, phobias can create wide-reaching difficulties and hinder day-to-day functioning. Approximately 7-11% of the population experiences a specific phobia at some point in their lives.

Trauma and Abuse

Trauma is a painful emotional experience or shock, often producing lasting physical and psychological effects. Traumatic symptoms are often overwhelming, frightening and difficult to control.

Bullying and Harrassement

Bullying is as a persistent, deliberate attempt to hurt or humiliate someone. It can occur quite openly and be obvious to you and those around you. Bullying can take place in the home or it the workplace.

Anger Management

Anger, though a natural emotion, may express itself in undesirable ways. We cannot control anger-provoking situations, but we can manage our attitudes to them.

Suicide Bereavement

Grief following a suicide can be overwhelming. As a bereaved person you may experience a broad range of thoughts and feelings and it can be an intense and difficult time.

Suicide and Self Harm

Self-harm is a very common problem, and many people struggle to deal with it. Counselling can help to understand why it happens, how to deal with it, and how to recover from it.

Loss and Bereavement

Loss and bereavement can take many forms whether its through the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, loss of health, loss of employment or a cherished pet. The impact on the individual can be tremendous.

Fertility Matters

Infertility is a widespread issue which can have a serious impact on an individual’s emotional wellbeing. Undergoing fertility treatments can also affect the relationship that you have with your partner.

Birth Trauma

For the majority of women, childbirth is usually a positive experience. However, for some it can be a difficult and upsetting process. Some women who experience distressing childbirth go on to develop mental health issues.

Child & Adolescent

Growing up is not easy, it's an intense period of big emotions, figuring out who you are and what you want to do in life. All this can sometime impact on your wellbeing.