Coaching and Addiction Counselling Cork

A steady, supportive approach to change

ABOUT LISA

I’m Lisa, a life coach and addiction counsellor with more than 25 years’ experience supporting individuals and families through change.

Over the past 25 years, I’ve worked closely with people navigating addiction, relapse, anxiety, burnout, and significant life transitions.

I’ve supported people in crisis, in early recovery, in setbacks, and in breakthrough moments.

Those years have shaped how I work.

I’ve learned that lasting change doesn’t come from pressure. It comes from feeling safe enough to be honest. From having someone who can sit with the difficult parts while helping you see what’s possible.

HOW I WORK

My approach combines counselling insight with practical coaching tools — so you’re not just talking about change, you’re building it in real life.

UNDERSTANDING PATTERNS AND BEHAVIOURS

We begin by exploring patterns in your thoughts, behaviours, and responses — helping you recognise what may be keeping you stuck. With greater understanding comes more choice in how you respond and move forward.

BUILDING AWARENESS WITHOUT JUDGEMENT

Awareness is the foundation for change. Together, we create a space where you can reflect honestly, without pressure or criticism, so you can better understand yourself and your experiences.

MANAGING EMOTIONS AND OVERTHINKING

You’ll learn practical ways to manage emotions, reduce overwhelm, and step out of overthinking patterns — helping you feel more steady, balanced, and in control.

DEVELOPING PRACTICAL STRATEGIES FOR EVERYDAY LIFE

We focus on tools and strategies you can actually use day to day — not just ideas, but realistic approaches that support you in making meaningful, lasting changes.

MOVING FORWARD AT YOUR OWN PACE

There’s no pressure to rush. This is about steady progress, building confidence, and moving forward in a way that feels right for you and your life.

MY VALUES

Compassion over judgement

A calm, supportive space where you can feel heard and understood.

Safety before change

Creating a safe and steady environment before focusing on change.

Progress over perfection

Focusing on small, meaningful steps rather than unrealistic expectations.

Strengths before struggles

Building on what’s already strong rather than focusing on what’s wrong.

Practical support for real life

Providing tools and strategies that fit into your everyday life.

Honest conversations

Creating space for open, honest conversations without pressure or expectation.

READY TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP?

You don’t need to have everything figured out. You just need a place to start.

Taking that first step can feel difficult, but you don’t have to do it alone. We can begin with a simple conversation and find what feels right for you.