One in five of adults in Connacht said they would be embarrassed if people knew they were attending a counsellor or psychotherapist. This is according to a nationwide study undertaken by Behaviour and Attitudes for the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy (IACP ).
The study was carried out in order to better understand the value that Irish people attach to availing of counselling or psychotherapy services. It also shows that one in seven adults in Connacht tell no-one about their personal problems and difficulties. The research results show that adults in Connacht are less likely to attend a counsellor and psychotherapist than other parts of the country.
“Talking to a professional counsellor or psychotherapist can be of great support in times of crisis or change. There’s no reason to be embarrassed. The therapeutic process can help alleviate difficulties for people who are experiencing problems in areas such as relationships, addictions, illness or stress,” said Geraldine Gilroy, Sligo-based counsellor and chairperson of the IACP North West Committee.
“It’s important that people can trust their therapist. All accredited members of the IACP are fully trained and can deal with various issues confidentially. We represent over 3,500 therapists across every county in Ireland. For a list of qualified and accredited counsellors and psychotherapists in Connacht visit www.iacp.ie ”
