If you’re feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of worried thoughts, you are not alone. Many people experience periods of stress, anxiety, or low mood — especially when life becomes demanding, uncertain or emotionally draining. As a counsellor and psychotherapist based in Cork City, I support both adults and adolescents in managing these challenges and improving emotional wellbeing.
Worry is a normal part of life, but when it becomes constant, intrusive or exhausting, it may be a sign that you need extra support. You might find yourself:
Overthinking everything
Struggling to sleep
Feeling irritable or tearful
Avoiding certain situations
Finding it hard to relax or enjoy things
Whether you’re dealing with stress at work, school pressures, family difficulties, or uncertainty about the future, therapy can help you make sense of what’s happening and regain a sense of control.
Therapy provides a confidential, non-judgmental space where you can explore your thoughts and emotions safely. I use an integrative approach, drawing from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and talk therapy to tailor each session to your individual needs.
Together, we work to:
Understand what’s contributing to your stress or anxiety
Develop practical tools to manage negative thinking patterns
Explore healthier ways to cope with challenges
Build emotional resilience and self-awareness
This work can be especially helpful for adolescents who may struggle to express what they’re going through, or who are impacted by social pressure, school demands, or low self-esteem.
I have many years of experience working with both teenagers and adults across a wide range of issues. Clients often come to me when they are feeling “not themselves”, struggling with motivation, or facing significant life changes. You don’t need to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. In fact, reaching out early often prevents things from becoming more overwhelming.
I also support parents who are concerned about their teenager’s emotional wellbeing, offering guidance and reassurance around what is normal and when to seek help.
Choosing a therapist is a personal decision. Based in Cork city centre, my practice is easily accessible and offers a calm, welcoming space where you can feel heard and supported.
Whether you’re looking for short-term support to manage a specific difficulty, or longer-term work to understand patterns and make lasting change, I’d be happy to speak with you.
Anxiety and panic
Stress and burnout
Low self-esteem or confidence
Adolescent challenges (school, friendships, identity)
Work-related stress
Life transitions or feeling “stuck”
Worry and overthinking
As a psychology graduate, I bring a strong foundation in psychological theory to my work, alongside years of practical, real-world therapeutic experience. I integrate both counselling and psychotherapy approaches to support people in the way that suits them best.
Counselling can offer short-term, solution-focused support for managing specific issues like anxiety or stress, while psychotherapy allows for deeper, long-term exploration of patterns, past experiences and emotional growth. In practice, I often blend both approaches — offering tools for immediate relief while also supporting deeper understanding and long-lasting change.
Whether you’re looking to manage daily stress, explore underlying causes of worry, or simply understand yourself better, I work collaboratively with you to shape therapy around your needs and pace.
If you’re feeling anxious, stressed, or simply need someone to talk to, you are very welcome to contact Caroline Crotty
If you’re feeling overwhelmed by stress or anxiety and would like to talk, you’re very welcome to get in touch. I offer confidential counselling for adults and adolescents in Cork and online.
Email Caroline
Call or Text 087 710 7032
You’re not alone – support is available.
In the fast pace of modern life, many of us have become experts at coping, managing and pushing through. Everything may appear “fine” on the outside, but inside, it’s a different story: sleepless nights, a sense of overwhelm, decision fatigue and feeling like you’re constantly “on.”
Whether you’re a busy professional, a business owner or someone navigating a particularly difficult chapter, there’s no need to carry it all alone.
Therapy offers a calm, confidential space where you can offload the mental load and finally exhale.
Why People Choose Therapy
The people who reach out to me are often capable, high-functioning adults who are used to managing on their own. They are not “broken” or “in crisis.” They are simply tired — mentally, emotionally and physically — from holding too much for too long.
Common reasons people contact me include:
Ongoing anxiety or overthinking that affects sleep and relationships
Emotional burnout and chronic mental exhaustion
Managing a high-pressure role with little time to reflect
A desire for a neutral, professional space to talk without judgement or unsolicited advice
Working through past experiences that continue to shape present-day life
What I Offer
I provide private psychotherapy for adults in Cork city and online. My approach is warm, grounded and practical. I work particularly well with those who need:
A trusted sounding board, not just advice, but someone who will genuinely listen
Support with stress, anxiety or emotional overwhelm
A consistent, confidential space to think clearly and make sense of things
A way to explore what’s next, personally, professionally or both
I also offer professional supervision for solicitors, barristers and legal professionals managing the emotional toll of heavy caseloads and vicarious trauma.
In-Person and Online Appointments
My therapy practice is based in Cork city centre. I also offer online sessions via Zoom for those who prefer the convenience of attending from home or work. Therapy should fit into your life, not add stress to it.
You Don’t Have to Be in Crisis to Come to Therapy
Therapy is not only for when things fall apart. It can be a powerful tool for maintaining wellbeing, building resilience and staying mentally sharp in demanding environments.
Investing in your emotional health is not a luxury. It is a necessity.
Ready to Talk?
If you’re ready for a space to talk, think and breathe, and begin to feel more like yourself again, I’d be happy to speak with you.
Sessions are private, professional and tailored to your needs.
In-person in Cork city
Online via Zoom
Daytime and evening appointments available
Send a text to +353877107032
or hello@carolinecrotty.ie
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