Online Social Isolation therapists in Ireland
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Social Isolation
Mairead Cleary
Registered Psychotherapist, Masters in Gestalt Therapy
The cure for isolation is connection, but connection can be the thing we fear most when we're isolated. And the more we isolate the harder it can be to connect with people and the more self-conscious we can feel. Remaining isolated can stop us from meeting one of our most fundamental needs - the need to belong, to feel a part of life.
Anyone can become isolated. Understanding what’s behind the isolation is the first step to unravelling it. We explore both isolation and connection and the part that both play in your life.
8 Years Experience
Online in Australia, Ireland, New Zealand
(Online Only)
Social Isolation
Saffron Marriner
Counselor/Therapist, MBACP (Accred)
Social isolation has become an increasingly prevalant issues, exacerbated by technological advancements and the global pandemic. It affects a person's mental, emotional and physical well-being. Addressing social isolation through an integrative humanistic and trauma informed approach offers a holistic pathway to healing and reconnection. It can have led to feelings of loneliness, depression and anxiety. Recognising the multifaceted nature of social isolation is important for effective integration. Social isolation can be due to various reasons including physical and/or mental health challenges, geographical barriers, socioeconomic status and traumatic experiences. Building a safe therapeutic relationship, establishing trust is extremely important. My clients should feel understood and accepted by me. I aim to empower people by acknowledging your strengths and encourage active participation in your healing process. I will encourage you to engage in support groups, social activities or communiity services, where you can, in order to build or rebuild social networks. We will incorporate mindfulness practice to help you stay present and develop self-compassion, reducing feelings of loneliness and self-criticism. I also encourage my clients to express yourself creatively, using whatever tools work best for you individually. By understanding your unique experience and fostering an environment of safety, empathy and growth, I work with you to help you reconnect with yourself and your community, in order to enhance your quality of life.
22 Years Experience
In-Person in Christchurch, England BH23 3NE
Online in Ireland, United Kingdom
Social Isolation
Clive Rooney CLIVECARE
Registered Psychotherapist, BA (HONS) Psych, H Dip Psychsis, Bsc Counselling & Psychotherapy, MA Cognitive Behavioural therapy
Social isolation can be extremely deflating and contribute to low mood. With a CBT approach you can learn to create more positive choices and take small progressive steps to making connections, developing friendships and pursuing activities.
12 Years Experience
Social Isolation
Kevin Martin
Counselor/Therapist, Psychotherapist Psychodynamic Analysis & Transactional Analysis, BACP, ITTA, EA
Social isolation is the complete or near-complete lack of contact with other people and society. It differs from loneliness—the distress of being alone or lacking connection—whereas social isolation is an objective lack of social relationships, community involvement, and everyday interactions.
Understanding the Difference
Social Isolation: An objective state measured by the size of one's social network and frequency of social contact (e.g., living alone, rarely seeing friends or family, having no regular community groups).
Loneliness: A subjective, emotional state. You can be surrounded by people and still feel profoundly lonely, just as someone who spends a lot of time alone might not feel lonely at all. However, prolonged social isolation frequently leads to severe loneliness.
Common Risk Factors & Triggers
Major Life Transitions: Retirement, job loss, moving to a new city or country, or becoming a full-time caregiver.
Loss & Bereavement: The death of a spouse, family member, or lifelong friends, which can dismantle an established social circle.
Physical Health & Mobility Issues: Chronic illness, disability, chronic pain, or lack of transportation that makes leaving the house difficult.
Mental Health Struggles: Depression, severe social anxiety, or trauma that makes interacting with others feel exhausting or terrifying.
Technological & Environmental Barriers: Living in a remote area or lacking access to digital communication tools that bridge physical distances.
Rebuilding Connection
Stepping out of isolation can feel daunting because isolation itself often drains the energy needed to change it. Healing usually happens in small, manageable steps:
Low-Pressure Engagement: Starting with brief interactions, like chatting with a cashier, greeting a neighbour, or visiting a local library or park.
Shared-Interest Communities: Join clubs, volunteer, take a class, or participate in support groups where connections form naturally around a common activity.
Digital Bridges: Utilising video calls, online communities, or pen-pal programs if physical mobility is a barrier.
Remember: Feeling disconnected is a signal from your mind and body that your social needs aren't being met—it is not a permanent reflection of your worth. Reaching out, even in tiny increments, can help bridge the gap.
10 Years Experience
Online in Ireland, United Kingdom
(Online Only)