Mind and Body Works

17/08/2026

Co***ne use does not always look the way people expect it to.
For many people, it sits inside otherwise ordinary lives. Work still gets done. Plans still happen. From the outside, very little may look wrong.
That is part of what can make it so difficult to question. When use becomes woven into weekends and social circles, it can start to feel normal long before it starts to feel like a problem.
In our latest article, psychotherapist Katherina Sinnott looks at how co***ne use has become normalised in Ireland, how the pattern can quietly shift over time, and why you do not need to hit rock bottom before taking it seriously.
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Is my co***ne use normal?" Addiction therapist Katherina Sinnott on how social co***ne use in Ireland can quietly become a problem.

11/08/2026

Therapy prices can feel confusing, especially when two sessions that look similar on paper can cost very different amounts.
The difference often comes down to things like training, experience, specialisation, professional costs and the type of service being offered.
At Mind and Body Works, we offer a range of options at different price points, including lower-cost counselling, so there’s more flexibility depending on what you need.

07/08/2026

There's more to you than what your conscious mind lets on.
Carl Jung spent a lot of time thinking about this: the idea that so much of how we think, feel, and act gets shaped by stuff we're not even aware of. We tell ourselves stories about why we react the way we do, why certain people get under our skin, why we keep ending up in the same situations over and over. But Jung's take was that there's usually a lot more going on beneath those stories than we realize.
One of his most well-known ideas is the split between the persona and the shadow. The persona is basically the version of you that you've learned to show the world, the parts that feel safe, acceptable, easy for other people to deal with. The shadow is everything else: the stuff you've pushed down or decided isn't really "you." And here's the thing, that doesn't mean it's all negative. Even things like ambition, confidence, or sensitivity can end up in the shadow if you learned early on that there wasn't room for them.
Jung didn't think growth meant turning into someone else or scrubbing out the parts of yourself that feel messy or uncomfortable. He called it individuation, this slow process of getting to know the different pieces of yourself, so they stop running the show from somewhere out of view.
It's part of why therapy can take you somewhere you didn't expect. You show up wanting to fix one thing, change one habit, and end up uncovering patterns and old defenses that have been quietly shaping you for a lot longer than you realized.

05/08/2026

An ADHD assessment is a significant financial commitment, and a full assessment may not always be the right next step.
That is why we begin with an initial consultation. Where symptoms appear borderline or ADHD may be less likely, Keelin may recommend additional questionnaires and background information before advising whether a full assessment would be appropriate.
The aim is to help you make an informed decision before committing to the full process.

31/07/2026

The Heartstopper finale is not just about whether love survives.
It is about what helps a relationship survive change.
Psychologist and behavioural therapist Thomaz Lopes explores the importance of honesty, independence and repair—and why secure relationships are built through what we repeatedly choose to do.
Read the full article at the link in bio.

30/07/2026

What does it actually take for love to last through change?
The Heartstopper finale moves beyond the idea that love alone fixes everything. Instead, it offers a more thoughtful picture of relationships: one where closeness can coexist with independence, uncertainty can be spoken about, and conflict does not automatically mean…
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Explore how Heartstopper redefines love and communication. 5 takeaways from the finale that mirror core principles of Behavioural Psychology

29/07/2026

Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially when you are not sure what type of support you need or where to begin.
Our free therapist-matching consultation makes the process simpler. Tell us what you would like support with, your availability, and whether you prefer online or in-person therapy. We will recommend suitable therapists from our network based on their experience, approach and availability.
You do not have to search alone.
Get started through the link in our bio.


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28/07/2026

Nostalgia can make the past feel simpler, happier and more complete than it really was.
Sometimes, you are not actually longing for school, college or your early twenties. You are longing for what that time represented: closeness, possibility, fewer responsibilities or a stronger sense of who you were.
You may not be able to recreate that period of your life, but you can get curious about what the memories are trying to tell you.
Missing the past does not mean your life has gone wrong.

28/07/2026

Meet Josh Flowers, an IACP-accredited therapist with more than 18 years of counselling experience.

Josh specialises in trauma recovery and addiction, while also supporting clients experiencing anxiety, depression, PTSD and challenges with self-esteem. His approach brings together mindfulness, CBT, somatic practices and EMDR, creating a warm and grounded space shaped around each client’s individual needs.

23/07/2026

Children do not always have the words to explain what they are feeling. Play therapy gives them a safe, age-appropriate way to express themselves, process difficult experiences and build emotional skills with the support of a trained therapist.