Hi I’m BRENDA KIRKCONNELL
My therapeutic approach centres around providing a non-judgmental, compassionate space for you to feel safe and supported. I firmly believe in the inherent strengths within each of us and endeavour to guide you in discovering and connecting with these inner resources, fostering a journey towards a more fulfilling life.
Much of my work centres around...
- Parenting through Lifestages: early years to adult child relationships
- Anxiety & Stress: Burnout, panic, racing thoughts & overthinking
- Depression: lack of motivation, feeling empty, feeling like a burden
- Couples & Relationships: Trust issues, repeating unhealthy patterns
- Caregiver Burnout: Feeling invisible, always putting others first
- Grief, Trauma, PTSD: childhood trauma, triggers, shame & guilt
- Perimenopause & Menopause
- Life Transitions: Midlife Crisis, loss of self, wanting more from life
- Sleep Issues, Chronic illness, Pain & Somatic Symptom Support
- Clinical Hypnotherapy
A little bit more about me...
My journey into psychotherapy began with a keen interest in coaching parents through the complexities of supporting children facing various mental health challenges, such as anxiety. After dedicating years to nursing and corporate roles, I felt compelled to deepen my understanding, leading me to earn a Masters in Counselling Psychology.
While parenting support remains a cornerstone of my practice, I extend my expertise to a diverse adult clientele, young and older. I’ve had the privilege of guiding individuals facing anxiety, low mood, stress, burnout, relationship difficulties, grief, and difficulties navigating life transitions.
I THINK WE’D BE A GREAT FIT IF YOU’RE STRUGGLING WITH …
Parenting Issues
I work with parents in all different life stages with their children. From the challenges that can surface as a new parent through to adult child/parent relationships as well as estrangement.
Couples Therapy, Relationships, Life Transitions
I support individuals and couples looking for effective ways to deal with difficult life circumstances, forward movement, peace and flourishing
Facilitating Change through Hypnotherapy
As a certified hypnotherapist I use this intervention to support clients struggling with sleep, anxiety, feelings overwhelm, struggles with confidence, stress, overwhelm and more.
Fun facts about me
Favourite Food
Thai
Favourite Book
The Myth of Normal
Happy Place
Family Cottage
Favourite Animal
Dogs & Cats
I want to Visit
Greece & Turkey
Favourite Quote
“Until you make the unconscious conscious, it will direct your life and you will call it fate” Carl Jung
