I’m looking for counselling
Call or WhatsApp to ask about support, availability and current session costs.
Make a personal enquiryCounselling in Donegal & online
A quiet place to
feel like yourself
again.
Confidential, professionally supported counselling for adults, teenagers and adolescents. A space to pause, be heard and find a way forward.
Confidential Person-centred Donegal & online
Take a breath.You don’t have to carry it alone.
Start here
Choose the route
that suits you.
Whether you are seeking support for yourself or referring someone professionally, the next step is clear and straightforward.
I’m a professional making a referral
Use the professional referral pathway and download the short referral form.
Go to professional referralsYou are welcome here
Counselling that meets you
where you are.
Life can become heavy in ways that are difficult to explain. You may be coping on the outside while feeling anxious, exhausted or stuck underneath. Therapy offers time that is entirely yours—with no judgement and no pressure to have the right words.
Ways we can help
Support shaped
around you.
There is no one-size-fits-all approach. We work collaboratively, at your pace, with care for your experiences, values and hopes.
Individual counselling
A confidential space for adults navigating anxiety, loss, change, low mood or feeling overwhelmed.
Make an enquiryTeen and adolescent support
Warm, age-appropriate support for young people experiencing pressure, anxiety, identity questions or difficult transitions.
Make an enquiryOnline counselling
Professional therapeutic support from a private, familiar space, available to clients across Donegal and beyond.
Make an enquiryOur approach
Professional support,
genuinely human.
Good therapy is built on trust. Our approach is pluralistic, which means we draw from different therapeutic ideas and work with you to understand what feels most helpful.
- At your paceNo pressure to share before you feel ready.
- With warmthA real conversation, grounded in empathy.
- For meaningful changeUnderstanding the past while supporting your life now.
Teenagers & adolescents
A respectful space for young people.
Adolescence can bring intense emotions, pressure, uncertainty and change. Counselling offers a confidential, age-appropriate space where a young person can feel heard and work through difficulties at a manageable pace.
Support may include anxiety, low mood, self-esteem, school-related stress, peer relationships, identity, bereavement and significant life changes. Confidentiality and its safety-related limits are explained clearly before counselling begins.
Ask about teen support
Meet the professionals
Meet Elaine
Elaine Rooney
Founder of Donegal Counselling Centre
Elaine holds a BA (Hons) in Early Education, a Certificate in Counselling and Psychotherapy, and an MSc in Pluralistic Counselling and Psychotherapy.
She has extensive professional experience in youth work and in supporting teenagers, adults and neurodivergent individuals from a wide range of backgrounds. This experience has given Elaine a strong understanding of the emotional, social and developmental challenges people may encounter at different stages of life.
Working from a pluralistic perspective, Elaine recognises that every person is unique and that no single therapeutic approach will suit everyone. She works collaboratively with each client, drawing upon different therapeutic approaches to provide support tailored to their individual needs, preferences and goals.
Elaine is committed to creating a warm, respectful and non-judgemental environment where clients feel heard, understood and supported. She founded Donegal Counselling Centre to provide accessible, compassionate and professional therapeutic support throughout Donegal and the surrounding areas.
Groups & workshops
More ways to connect.
Therapeutic groups and wellbeing workshops are planned for the future. Details will be added here when dates become available.
Coming soonFrequently asked questions
Before you begin.
It is completely normal to have questions before contacting a counselling service.
How long is a counselling session?
Your first session will usually be a little longer—approximately 80 minutes. This allows time to discuss and agree a confidential counselling contract, gather some relevant background information and answer any questions you may have before counselling fully begins. Following sessions will generally last approximately 50 minutes.
How much does counselling cost?
Please message the Centre for details of current fees before deciding whether you would like to continue. A limited number of lower-cost sessions may also be available on request.
Is counselling confidential?
Counselling is a completely confidential space. There are, however, a small number of circumstances in which confidentiality may need to be limited for legal, professional or safety reasons. These will be explained and discussed clearly during your first session. Nothing will be discussed outside the counselling room without your awareness; wherever possible, you will be informed before any information needs to be shared.
Can I attend online?
Yes. Secure online counselling may be available where it is suitable for your needs and circumstances. Additional specialist training has been completed to support safe, confidential and effective counselling online.
How are teenagers referred?
A parent, guardian or appropriate professional can contact the Centre to discuss suitability, consent and the referral process.
What if I need urgent help?
This is not an emergency or crisis service. If you or someone else is in immediate danger, call 112 or 999. Samaritans can be contacted free, day or night, on 116 123.
Take the first step
You don’t need to know
exactly what to say.
Starting with a simple, confidential conversation is enough. Call or WhatsApp to discuss counselling support, or view the referral pathway.
Limited lower-cost sessions may be available on request for clients who would otherwise find it difficult to access counselling. Please ask for further information about session costs.
