13/01/2026
Anxiety & Empowerment with Shane Murphy
For full episode see: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1Y114gyQ859E1SZ5ktBjWa?si=Q7IVghvsTmKvjzodamQ4Fg
In this powerful episode, we speak with Shane Murphy — a Psychotherapist and Anxiety Specialist based in Youghal, whose personal 22-year battle with anxiety led him to completely transform his life.
At age 40, he retrained, changed direction, and devoted himself to helping others find freedom, strength, and clarity. Shane is the founder of Counselling Experts and co-creator of Youghal Talks, a community initiative opening up honest conversations about mental health.
His approach to therapy is refreshingly present-focused — helping people build from their current strengths instead of being defined by their past pain.
This conversation is honest, grounded, and deeply encouraging for anyone navigating anxiety, self-doubt, or big life transitions.
In this episode, Shane shares:
-What life was really like during the 22 years he lived with anxiety in silence
- The moment he knew something had to change
- How healing began when he shifted his focus from “what happened” to “what’s strong right now”
- The story behind Youghal Talks and the impact it’s having on the community
-Why working fully in the present can help clients transform faster
- Simple, real-world steps anyone can take today to start easing anxiety
-His message for people who feel “too old” or “too late” to reinvent their lives
-What he would tell his younger self — the man who struggled silently for so long
This is an inspiring, compassionate conversation for anyone ready to move forward, rebuild confidence, or take the first step towards a calmer, more empowered life.
To contact Shane: https://counsellingexperts.ie/