RC Psychotherapy
Counselling journal
A place to begin, before the first conversation. Plain-language guides for adults in Ireland, written with care and checked against Irish and international sources.
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Counselling or psychotherapy: what's the difference in Ireland?
Counselling usually works on one current issue; psychotherapy goes deeper for longer. Who regulates both in Ireland, how to check a therapist, and costs.
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Costs and access
How much does counselling cost in Ireland in 2026?
Private counselling in Ireland usually costs €60 to €100 a session. Free HSE routes, low-cost services, insurance cover and tax rules, checked November 2026.
Trauma
What is EMDR therapy, and how does it work for trauma?
EMDR is a structured trauma therapy using eye movements, taps or tones. How the eight phases work, side effects, what NICE says, and EMDR in Gorey and Dublin.
Starting counselling
How do I know if I need counselling?
You don't need a crisis or diagnosis to see a counsellor. Six signs counselling may help, when to see a GP first, and how to start in Gorey or online.
Starting counselling
Your First Counselling Session: What to Expect
What to say, what to ask and how to prepare for individual counselling in Gorey, Phibsborough or online.
Ready to talk it through?
Rosemary Chaney sees adults in Gorey, in Phibsborough, Dublin 7, and online across Ireland. Individual sessions are 50 minutes: €75 in Gorey or online, €85 in Dublin 7.