Nervous system regulation describes how we respond to stress and settle afterwards. It doesn’t mean feeling calm all the time. It means having more flexibility to meet challenges, recover and respond to what is happening around us. We tend to talk about regulation as…
By Fran Leavy, Couples Counsellor at Summit Counselling and Psychotherapy Swords Have you ever finished an argument with your partner and wondered, How did we end up here again? It might start with something small. Someone forgot to do something around the house. One person…
People come to counselling for all sorts of reasons. You might be struggling with anxiety or low mood. Maybe a relationship has become difficult, you’ve experienced a loss, or you’re feeling overwhelmed by everything that’s going on. Sometimes there isn’t one obvious reason at…
Does counselling actually work? It’s a fair question. If you’re thinking about sitting down with a stranger and talking about some of the most difficult parts of your life, you probably want to know whether it’s actually going to make any difference. I can…
Choosing to begin couples counselling can feel like a big step. Many couples wonder whether counselling is the right decision, whether the counsellor will understand them, or even whether someone will take sides. That’s why finding the right therapist matters. I’m delighted to welcome…
By Sean Adams, Accredited Psychotherapist, Summit Counselling and Psychotherapy Swords If you’ve never been to counselling before, you’ve probably wondered what actually happens once you walk through the door. It’s one of the questions I’m asked most often. People tell me they’re worried they…
Have you ever found yourself saying: “Part of me knows I need to make a change… but another part of me is scared.” “Part of me wants to speak up… but another part is telling me to stay quiet.” “Part of me knows I’m…
Recently, I read a book called I Love You Since the Day You Died. The title caught me before I’d even opened it. Someone had recommended it to me, but there was something about those words that already felt painfully honest. Complicated. Human. As…
As we mark Autistic Pride Day on 18th June, it is important to celebrate autistic identity, recognise the strengths and richness of autistic experience, and acknowledge the challenges autistic people often face in a world designed around neurotypical expectations. I am Caoimhe McLaughlin, an…
Compassionate Counselling in Swords for Anxiety, Trauma, Low Mood, and Feeling Stuck Taking the first step towards counselling can feel daunting, especially when life feels overwhelming, uncertain, or emotionally exhausting. At Summit Counselling and Psychotherapy Swords, we believe counselling should feel like a safe,…