Mrs Marie Farinas

Psychotherapist

“I offer attuned, neuro‑affirming support that honours each person’s unique way of being. For children, I provide Play Therapy; for teens, Creative Counselling; and for adults, a collaborative process. Drawing from diverse therapeutic modalities, I tailor each session to your unique needs, helping you make sense of your experiences and move toward meaningful change. ”

About me

As a neurodivergent individual myself, I work with neurodivergent clients because I deeply understand sensory profiles, environmental impacts, and the lived experience of navigating a world not built for our nervous systems.

Approach

My practice is brain-based meaning that I draw on contemporary neuroscience to understand how the brain and nervous system shape our thoughts, emotions, behaviours, and relationships. I focus on the nervous‑system patterns shaped by stress, alongside the sensory, cognitive, and relational experiences common within neurodiversity.

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Basic information

Languages:

English

Fees:

Sliding scale

Galway, Ireland

In-person & Online

Services

Services Offered:

Counseling
A form of talk therapy providing a safe, confidential space to explore feelings, thoughts, and behaviours with a trained professional.
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Psychoeducation
Structured information provided about a mental health condition (what it is, why it occurs, and what strategies can help) as part of the therapeutic process.
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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
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Works With:

Adolescents
Adults
Children
Parents

Area of expertise

Scope of Practice:

Life Transitions
Major life changes, such as relocation, retirement, parenthood, or career shifts, that disrupt routine and require psychological adjustment.
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Adolescent Therapy
Therapy designed for teenagers, using age-appropriate methods to address issues like anxiety, identity, peer pressure, and family conflict.
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Anger
An intense emotional response to perceived threat, injustice, or frustration that, when persistent or uncontrolled, can damage relationships and well-being.
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Anxiety
Persistent worry, nervousness, or fear that is disproportionate to the situation and interferes with daily functioning.
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Relationship Issues
Difficulties in romantic relationships, including communication problems, trust breakdowns, conflict patterns, or uncertainty about the relationship's future.
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Behaviour or Conduct Issues
Persistent patterns of defiant, aggressive, or rule-breaking behaviour in children or adolescents that significantly disrupt home, school, or social life.
Online Therapy
Therapy sessions conducted over video call, phone, or secure messaging, using the same professional methods delivered remotely.
Learn more about Online Therapy

Professional Title:

Psychotherapist
A professional trained to provide in-depth therapy that explores patterns in thoughts, emotions, and relationships to produce lasting change.