Donna Marie "Solas" Psychotherapy

Donna Marie "Solas" Psychotherapy BSc in Psychotherapy | Integrative Psychotherapist
Offering a Humanistic/ Creative approach tailored to individual needs. Phone :(089) 2116798

Ever notice how you can know something logically, but still feel stuck in the same patterns?That’s because our brains ar...
23/04/2026

Ever notice how you can know something logically, but still feel stuck in the same patterns?
That’s because our brains are wired for survival. The parts of the brain responsible for threat and safety can override our thinking mind, especially when we feel stressed, overwhelmed, or triggered. These responses aren’t a flaw—they’re your nervous system trying to protect you.
Over time though, these patterns can leave you feeling anxious, shut down, or repeating the same cycles in relationships and life.
Therapy helps you understand these responses, regulate your nervous system, and gently create new ways of thinking, feeling, and being.
You don’t have to figure it all out on your own.
I offer a calm, confidential, and supportive space to explore what’s going on for you—at your own pace.
📍 Ennis, Kilkee & Online
📞 089 2116798

12/04/2026

A safe, supportive space to pause, breathe, and be heard. 🤍

At Solas Psychotherapy, Donna offers one-to-one counselling for those navigating anxiety, trauma, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, and life transitions.

You do not have to carry everything alone.

📍 One-to-one counselling in Ennis, Kilkee & online
📞 (089) 2116798
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27/03/2026

There are days when everything feels like a bit too much.
That doesn’t mean you’re failing — it means you’re human.
Take it one step at a time, with support if you need it.

🧠 Fact: Naming your emotions can reduce their intensity.Even saying “I feel anxious” or “I feel overwhelmed” can help yo...
25/03/2026

🧠 Fact: Naming your emotions can reduce their intensity.
Even saying “I feel anxious” or “I feel overwhelmed” can help your brain process what’s happening.

BSC in psychotherapy. integrative psychotherapist.
phone (089) 21167798

one to one counselling in Ennis kilkee and online

🧠 Fact: Naming your emotions can reduce their intensity.Even saying “I feel anxious” or “I feel overwhelmed” can help yo...
23/03/2026

🧠 Fact: Naming your emotions can reduce their intensity.

Even saying “I feel anxious” or “I feel overwhelmed” can help your brain process what’s happening.
BSC in psychotherapy. integrative psychotherapist.

Phone (089) 21167798
one to one counselling in Ennis kilkee and online

🧠 Fact: Talking about your thoughts and emotions helps reduce stress.When you put feelings into words, it activates the ...
21/03/2026

🧠 Fact: Talking about your thoughts and emotions helps reduce stress.

When you put feelings into words, it activates the part of the brain responsible for processing — not just reacting.

You don’t have to keep everything inside.

BSC in psychotherapy. integrative psychotherapist.
phone (089) 21167798
one to one counselling in Ennis kilkee and online

Anxiety isn’t just in your mind — it’s your nervous system going into overdrive, triggering a “fight or flight” response...
19/03/2026

Anxiety isn’t just in your mind — it’s your nervous system going into overdrive, triggering a “fight or flight” response even when there’s no real danger.
This can show up as racing thoughts, a tight chest, restlessness, or feeling constantly on edge.
Therapy helps you understand why this is happening and gives you practical tools to calm your body, regulate your thoughts, and feel more in control again.
📍 Sessions in Kilkee & Ennis
💻 Online sessions available

We’re very good at pushing through the week.Less good at pausing.This simple check-in is something I often encourage in ...
24/02/2026

We’re very good at pushing through the week.
Less good at pausing.

This simple check-in is something I often encourage in counselling.

Not to analyse.
Not to criticise.
Just to notice.

What drained you this week?
Was it overthinking? People-pleasing? Carrying too much?

What supported you?
A walk? A conversation? The gym? A quiet moment?

When we begin to recognise what depletes us and what restores us, we start understanding our emotional patterns. And awareness is where change begins.

Self-reflection isn’t indulgent. It’s regulation.

If you’re feeling stretched, overwhelmed, or just unsure of yourself lately, you don’t have to figure it out alone.

Wishing you a very Happy Valentine’s Day. 💗However today looks for you — with a partner, friends, family, or on your own...
14/02/2026

Wishing you a very Happy Valentine’s Day. 💗
However today looks for you — with a partner, friends, family, or on your own — we hope it includes moments of kindness, connection, and care.
And if today brings mixed emotions, that’s okay too.
Be gentle with yourself. 🤍

If Valentine’s Day brings loneliness, grief, or mixed emotions —that’s valid. You’re not alone in feeling that way.
13/02/2026

If Valentine’s Day brings loneliness, grief, or mixed emotions —
that’s valid. You’re not alone in feeling that way.

Anxiety isn’t a weakness — it’s your nervous system trying to cope with stress.You don’t have to keep pushing through on...
29/01/2026

Anxiety isn’t a weakness — it’s your nervous system trying to cope with stress.
You don’t have to keep pushing through on your own. Therapy can help you understand what’s happening and feel more in control again.
If anxiety is taking over more than you’d like, I’m here 🤍

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out for support, this could be the right time.Solas Psychotherapy offers a compas...
25/01/2026

If you’ve been thinking about reaching out for support, this could be the right time.
Solas Psychotherapy offers a compassionate, confidential space to begin.

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Carmody Street
Ennis
V95T974

Opening Hours

Monday 9:30am - 6pm
Tuesday 9:30am - 6pm

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