I'm a counsellor, psychotherapist & supervisor based in Douglas, Cork. I work integratively, drawing on different models of therapy to suit each person I work with. I hold a BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy and an MA Advanced Group Facilitation, and I'm a fully accredited psychotherapist and supervisor with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP).
I work in person at Maryborough Ridge, Douglas, Cork, or online.
If you are a trainee counsellor, please check with your training provider regarding the permitted percentage of online counselling or supervision hours. The current IACP guideline allows up to 30% of counselling hours to be conducted online, and separately, up to 30% of supervision hours to be conducted online — each is capped individually, not combined. I am happy to work with trainees and will follow any guidance from your training organisation.
I also offer EMDR and small group counselling.
I adhere to the IACP's ethical guidelines for counselling and supervision.
Here's Holly
My dog Holly is often present during sessions. She's a gentle, timid soul, though she usually barks whenever someone approaches the front door. If you have a fear of dogs, please let me know when you get in touch and I'll happily arrange for her not to be present for your session.
Group counselling
I also offer small group counselling. A group can include people with similar issues and people with different issues, so members can support each other as well as getting support from me.
You can join a group in addition to individual counselling, or choose group counselling or individual counselling on its own.
Costs for group counselling vary depending on the group size and duration.
EMDR
If you'd like to try EMDR, I'll help you to decide whether it's suitable for you. EMDR is suitable for a wide range of issues, including PTSD, developmental trauma (childhood trauma), phobias, OCD and other issues too.
Common questions
What is your approach?
I work integratively, drawing on different models of therapy to suit each person I work with.
Are you accredited?
Yes. I'm a fully accredited psychotherapist and supervisor with the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP), and I adhere to the IACP's ethical guidelines for counselling and supervision.
Do you work online?
Yes, I work online or in person at Maryborough Ridge, Douglas, Cork.
Do you see clients in the evenings?
Yes, I see clients in the evenings, but evening sessions are in much greater demand.
How do I get in touch and book a first appointment?
The quickest way to reach me is by text. Before I book an appointment with a new client, I need to have a preliminary chat with you by phone. When you text or email, it helps if you let me know your availability and, if you're emailing, your phone number. I'm rarely able to answer calls directly, and I won't call without replying first and arranging a time for the call with you. You're welcome to contact me by text, email, or phone.
What happens in the first session?
The first session is a chance to talk about why you're coming for counselling and to establish what you'd like to get out of it and how that might look in your life. It's also the start of taking your history, along with some admin.
What about confidentiality and your cancellation policy?
I discuss both with you during the first session.
How much is a session, and how long does it last?
€70 per session. Sessions last 50–60 minutes.
How can I pay, and can I get a receipt?
I take payment by cash or Zippay.
Revolut payments are not accepted, so please use Zippay instead. Zippay is a new payment method set up by Bank of Ireland, AIB and PTSB. It lets customers of any of the three banks send money to each other using just a phone number. You'll find it in the transfer section of your banking app.
Receipts are provided in a form that is acceptable for insurance, if your plan covers counselling or psychotherapy.
Do you work with children, teenagers or young adults?
I work with adults aged 21 and over. Working with people under 21 is a specialist area, so if you're under 21, please contact a counsellor who works with adolescents and young adults. The IACP website lists accredited practitioners who work with children and adolescents.
Do you work with addiction?
I don't work with people in active addiction. If you're in active addiction, I'd advise you to find an addiction counsellor.
Contact
Anne Graham MIACP
Maryborough Ridge, Douglas, Cork
The quickest way to reach me is by text — I'm rarely able to answer calls directly, but I'll text back to arrange a time to call you if I have availability. You're welcome to contact me by text, email, or phone.
I work with adults aged 21 and over. If you're under 21, please contact a counsellor who works with adolescents and young adults. I don't work with people in active addiction, and I'd advise you to find an addiction counsellor.
Fee
€70 per session
Sessions last 50–60 minutes.
Everybody is welcomed in a non-judgemental, compassionate and confidential space.
Send me a message
I'll reply to arrange a time for a phone chat. You'll have the chance to ask any questions before we arrange an appointment.
I work with adults aged 21 and over. I don't work with people in active addiction.
I don't send or reply to messages at weekends. I don't look at emails or texts then, so please don't expect a reply until Monday. I also turn my phone off in the evenings after I've finished work, so I won't see your message until the following day.
Please only send one form. If you're interested in more than one of the services on this website, you can tell me about all of them on this form.
Qualifications
- BA (Hons) in Counselling and Psychotherapy
- MA Advanced Group Facilitation
- Diploma in Supervision
- PG Cert in Personal and Management Coaching
- PG Dip in Mindfulness Based Interventions
- EMDR — Levels 1, 2 & 3 certification
- Fully accredited psychotherapist and supervisor with the IACP
