Therapeutic counselling with Aleye
Making sense of the things life throws at us.
In person in Letterkenny, Co. Donegal, and online or by phone across Ireland.
Perhaps you’re here because…
Something has changed. Maybe a relationship is difficult, something from the past keeps finding its way into the present, or life just doesn’t feel quite like it used to. You might know exactly what’s troubling you, or you might only know that something doesn’t feel right.
You don’t need to have it all figured out before coming to counselling. We can start with what you do know, even if that’s simply, “I’m not really sure where to begin.”
Hello, I’m Aleye.
I’m a therapeutic counsellor, but the way I work begins with something quite simple; meeting you as a person, not a problem to be fixed.
My approach is person-centred and trauma-informed, which means our work is shaped by your experiences, your pace and what matters to you. I won’t tell you how you should feel or hand you a ready-made answer. We’ll make sense of what’s happening together, including the parts that may feel complicated, contradictory or difficult to put into words.
My training and registration
I hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology and a Diploma in Therapeutic Counselling. I’m an individual member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (BACP), working towards accreditation, and a Graduate Member of the British Psychological Society. I work within the BACP Ethical Framework for the Counselling Professions and with regular clinical supervision.
I also volunteer as a therapeutic counsellor at Donegal Women’s Centre in Letterkenny. My private practice is separate from that work.
What can we talk about?
Counselling can make room for all sorts of conversations. You might want to talk about:
- Anxiety, worry or feeling overwhelmed
- Relationships, separation or difficulties with others
- Grief, loss and significant life changes
- Difficult or painful past experiences
- Identity, self-worth and questions about who you are
- Feeling stuck, disconnected or unsure what comes next
- Patterns that keep repeating, even when you understand them
- Something that’s simply difficult to carry on your own
What might counselling with me be like?
You won’t be expected to arrive knowing exactly what you want to say. Some sessions may begin with something that happened that week. Others might take us somewhere you hadn’t expected.
I’ll listen, ask questions and sometimes gently draw attention to something I’m noticing. We might sit with an uncomfortable feeling, explore a pattern that keeps showing up, or look more closely at the way past experiences are shaping what’s happening now.
There isn’t a right way to do counselling here. You can think out loud, change your mind, contradict yourself, laugh, cry, get frustrated, go quiet or say, “I don’t know.” We can work with all of that.
How sessions work
I offer counselling in person in Letterkenny, as well as online and by phone, so you can choose the format that works best for you.
Sessions are 50 minutes and usually take place weekly, although we can talk about what feels appropriate for you.
Before deciding whether you’d like to begin counselling, I offer a free initial consultation. It’s an opportunity for us to talk briefly about what brings you to counselling, ask any questions you may have and get a sense of whether working together feels right.
Fees & practical information
Session fee: €50 per 50-minute session
In person: Pastoral Centre, Letterkenny. I’ll share the full address when you book.
Accessibility: free parking nearby
Online: Secure video session
Telephone: Available
Frequency: Usually weekly
If you’d prefer to meet in person, let me know when you get in touch.
Free initial consultation: I offer a brief initial consultation at no charge. This gives us an opportunity to talk about what you are looking for from counselling, answer any questions and consider whether working together feels appropriate.
The initial consultation is not a counselling session and does not commit you to continuing.
Availability: I currently have space for new clients.
Confidentiality
What we talk about is private, with a few clear limits that I’ll explain before we begin and that are set out in the counselling agreement. I’m happy to answer any questions about this in your free consultation.
Cancellations
Please give at least 24 hours’ notice if you need to cancel or rearrange a session. Full details are in the counselling agreement, which I’ll send you before we start.
Emergencies and crisis support
Counselling is not an emergency or crisis service, and I cannot provide continuous or immediate support between sessions. If you are in immediate danger or require urgent medical or mental-health assistance, please contact your GP or the appropriate emergency or crisis service.
Getting started
If you’re thinking about counselling and would like to see whether we might work well together, you’re welcome to get in touch.
We can arrange a free 15-minute consultation, and you can ask any questions you have before deciding whether you’d like to book a session.
