John McGuire: Psychotherapy & Counselling Service

06/01/2026

New year, same calm space 🌱

After a short Christmas break, I’m back and ready for 2026 to begin.

If you’ve been considering counselling, there is currently some availability for new clients.

087 474 1915

31/12/2025

As the year turns, I’m grateful to my clients for trusting me with their stories this year 🙏🏻

Appointments available for new clients, from January. Contact details at the end at the video 👉🏻📱📧

28/12/2025

29/11/2025

I’ve been a little quiet on here lately, no worries, nothing’s wrong. Life has just been… full. ✨

Between my private practice and my 9–5, I’ve been giving myself permission to slow down and manage my time. However, I’ll admit, I still feel guilty at times for not being able to do everything all at once.🙏

If you’ve been feeling stretched thin too, here’s your reminder: you’re allowed to pause. You’re allowed to take care of what’s in front of you. After all, you can’t pour from an empty cup.☕

So if you’re struggling with time or guilt, I see you. You’re allowed to choose what needs your attention today. 🌿

31/10/2025

Counselling is for anyone who wants to live their best life. 💬

Counselling isn’t about “fixing problems” it’s about understanding yourself, improving your mindset, and building tools to navigate life with confidence. Think of it as a personal growth journey where you:

✨ Discover new perspectives
✨ Boost emotional resilience
✨ Strengthen relationships
✨ Sharpen decision-making skills
✨ Cultivate peace of mind

It's a proactive step towards wellness, just like eating healthy or exercising to feel balanced and strong. Whether you're working through challenges, seeking new insights, or just want to better yourself, counselling can help. 🧠💕

Counselling is self-care at its finest, a choice to invest in YOU. Because your mental health matters every single day, not just when you're feeling low.

📢 Share this with someone who might need a reminder that mental health is for everyone. 💙

23/10/2025

We all feel stressed sometimes. Maybe before a big deadline, when juggling responsibilities, or during change.

But when that tension sticks around, even when there’s no clear trigger, it might be anxiety instead.

Here’s a simple way to tell them apart 👇

STRESS 💼
• Usually linked to a specific event or demand
• Fades once the situation resolves
• Can sometimes motivate action (“I need to get this done”)

ANXIETY 🌫️
• Often vague or hard to pinpoint
• Persists even when things are going okay
• Feels like constant worry, unease, or “something bad might happen”

The truth is, both are normal human experiences. But when worry starts running the show or you can’t switch off, counselling can help you find balance again.

You don’t have to “just cope.” You can learn ways to calm your body, quiet your thoughts, and feel steady again. 🌿




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22/10/2025

You don’t need to be “fixed.”

Feeling anxious, lost, angry, or disconnected doesn’t mean you’re broken....... it means you’re human.

We all carry experiences, expectations, and emotions that sometimes become heavy. Healing doesn’t mean everything feels perfect, it means you start to feel like yourself again. 🌿

If you’ve been holding yourself to impossible standards, maybe today’s reminder is this: You were never broken. You just deserve the space to heal. 💬



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20/10/2025

Change, even the kind we choose, can stir up all kinds of emotions.

Grief. Relief. Uncertainty. Hope. Sometimes all at once.

Counselling offers space to slow down, make sense of what’s shifting, and find your footing again. 🌿

Whether it’s:
– A loss or breakup that’s left you feeling unmoored
– A career change that’s challenged your identity or confidence
– Parenthood and the weight of new responsibilities
– Retirement or health changes that have altered your daily rhythm

Therapy can help you:
🌱 process your feelings instead of pushing them down
🌱 rediscover what matters most to you
🌱 learn tools to manage anxiety, grief, or uncertainty
🌱 rebuild a sense of self as you move forward

Life transitions are chapters...not endings.

20/10/2025

A lot of people tell me they’ve thought about counselling for ages… but they’re not sure what actually happens in a session.

Here’s what it’s really like: it’s a safe space to talk, at your own pace.

In the first session, I’ll ask a few gentle questions to understand what’s going on and what you’d like to get out of counselling.

There’s no pressure, no judgment, and definitely no magic fix. It’s about working together to help you feel more grounded, clear, and capable.

Most people leave their first session saying, ‘That wasn’t what I expected, I actually feel lighter'.

25/09/2025

🤝 Healthy connections don’t mean being perfect. They mean listening, growing, and finding balance together.

Even small efforts can nurture trust. 💙

24/09/2025

🧳 The past can feel heavy when we carry it everywhere.

Remember it’s okay to set it down for a while.

You deserve moments of lightness. 🌤️

23/09/2025

I have some limited availability for online sessions every Monday and Wednesday lunchtime.

Online counselling has many benefits, such as;

- Convenient for people living in remote locations or with physical limitations.
- Flexible for people who travel with work etc.
- Can take place from any location, including the comfort of your own home.
- Can be accessed by using your phone or laptop, whichever suits.

For more information about these slots, contact me via email/phone or text.

Email:johnmcguirecounselling@outlook.com
Mobile/WhatsApp: +353 (87) 474 1915