Lighthouse Psychology

12/08/2025

We offer adult assessments here at lighthouse psychology please do email for more information.

01/08/2025

These conversations can be really hard but knowing how to open the dialogue can save a life.

Worried about your teen’s eating habits? Here’s how to start the conversation.

It’s not easy, but starting the conversation is better than saying nothing and it could save their life.

You could try:

“I’ve noticed you’re not eating much lately. I’m not judging — I just care.”

“You’ve seemed quiet. Is something on your mind?”

“Sometimes when life feels tough, it can affect how we eat or feel about ourselves. Want to talk?”

Even if your child doesn’t respond, you’ve opened the door — and that door stays open.

If you’re worried, we’re here to help.

Specialist eating disorder support for teens and families

01/08/2025

We have few slots available left for couples therapy, If you are interested please do email in for more information 😊

31/07/2025

If anyone is interested , this is a great place to get personalised gifts and parties etc do please follow

30/07/2025

Did you know that 70% of children with an ADHD diagnosis have very poor sleep? Did you know in many cases the quality of sleep can be improved without medication? Want to learn more please contact us.

30/07/2025

ARFID & Autism: Why Specialist Help Matters

ARFID (Avoidant/Restrictive Food Intake Disorder) can be especially complex in people with ASD. It’s not just about “fussy eating” — it’s about sensory overload, rigidity, anxiety, and sometimes trauma.

Standard approaches often fail because they overlook the neurological and sensory profiles of autistic individuals.

Effective treatment requires specialist knowledge of both eating disorders and autism.

At the Irish Eating Disorders Centre, our clinicians are trained to work at that intersection — with care, precision, and respect.

30/07/2025

Why a girls night out hits the spot!
Recent research reveals that women with better mental well‑being typically have five close, dependable friends, compared to around just three for those struggling emotionally.
That small difference—just two more trusted relationships—can significantly boost emotional resilience and perceived support.

In a world wired for connection, loneliness still prevails. Many avoid opening up about mental health for fear of being a burden. But it’s these authentic, supportive connections—no grand gestures—just someone checking in—that truly matter.

29/07/2025

Absolutely delighted to welcome Eileen Carr to the Lighthouse team…….
Bio below…….

Child & Adolescent Mental Health Specialist/Therapist and Holistic Therapy Practitioner

Eileen Carr is a dual-qualified Registered General and Mental Health Nurse with over 20 years of experience working in Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS). She has supported young people through a wide range of emotional and psychological challenges, with a particular focus on trauma, abuse, and emotional dysregulation.

Eileen’s work has extended beyond Ireland, including humanitarian roles in conflict zones such as Iraq and Palestine—experiences that have deepened her understanding of trauma and resilience in young people and families.

In addition to her nursing background, Eileen is trained in a range of holistic therapies, including Reflexology, Indian Head Massage, Lymphatic Drainage, and therapeutic approaches that support emotional regulation, sleep, and stress management. She values the role of complementary therapies in promoting both physical and emotional wellbeing, especially when integrated with traditional psychological supports such as psychotherapy and CBT.

Eileen brings a compassionate, whole-person approach to her work, supporting children, adolescents, and families as they navigate emotional and behavioural difficulties in a safe, nurturing environment.

28/07/2025

🌙 Gentle Sleep Support for Neurodivergent Children – New Reflexology Programme Ages 4–12
Now Available at Lighthouse Psychology, Ireland

Up to 70% of children with ADHD or ASD experience disrupted sleep—difficulty falling asleep, night waking, and restless sleep. Poor sleep worsens emotional regulation, attention, and daily functioning (Alqahtani, 2010).

Lighthouse Psychology now offers a structured four-session reflexology programme for children aged 4–12 with persistent sleep difficulties.

🔹 What’s included:
• Clinical sleep profile assessment
• Four reflexology sessions delivered by a trained neurodevelopmental reflexologist
• A sensory-aware, neuro-affirming environment tailored to younger children

🔹 Why Reflexology?
Reflexology activates the parasympathetic nervous system, calming the stress response and supporting more settled sleep (McVicar et al., 2007).

In both ADHD and ASD, clinical evidence shows:
• Improved sleep onset and reduced night wakings (Ghaly & El-Bandrawy, 2020)
• Decreased anxiety and better self-regulation, contributing to more consistent sleep (Kaur & Singh, 2015)
• Benefits for sensory integration and calming overstimulation, particularly in neurodiverse children (Ying, 2015)

This gentle, evidence-informed approach supports better sleep and wellbeing in neurodivergent children.

📍 Available now at Lighthouse Psychology, Ireland
📞 Contact us directly or speak with your GP to refer.

22/07/2025

Only a few places left, please contact us to book your place. We can offer one to one sessions for children who have school anxiety or are school refusing.

Bookings are open for our school readiness workshop. Parents and new starters. Please msg or phone Edwina for details. Places are limited.

19/07/2025

Tell me you're going on a family holiday in the morning without telling me... 😂🇮🇪

11/07/2025

WE ARE OFFERING AN EXTRA DISCOUNT FOR OUR COMBINED ASD & ADHD ASSESSMENT FOR THE MONTH OF AUGUST

PLEASE EMAIL EDWINA AT info@lighthousepsychology.ie and MENTION OFFER FOR AUGUST 🙂