Private practice
Since 1995
Marie has been in private practice since 1995.
Kanturk, Co. Cork
Marie Harding Counselling Service Calm, confidential counselling in Kanturk, Co. Cork
For adults, young people, families, and professionals across North Cork.
You do not need to explain everything in your first message.
Or email Marie at info@mariehardingcounselling.ie.
A local practice
A calm space with long experience behind it
Marie Harding Counselling Service is based at 12 Percival Street, Kanturk, Co. Cork. The practice is grounded in confidentiality, steady support, and practical next steps that feel manageable.
HSE experience
1999 to 2016
Marie worked with the HSE while continuing private practice.
Practice details
Day and evening appointments
The practice has been fully based in Kanturk since July 2018.
How Marie works
Confidentiality and respect
Confidentiality is of the utmost importance, with a calm and practical pace throughout the work.
Support available
Support available
You do not need to choose the perfect heading before making contact. Many people arrive with more than one concern, and the first step can stay simple.
Support area
Addiction counselling
Calm, non-judgemental support for people living with alcohol, drug, or behavioural addiction concerns.
Read about Addiction counsellingSupport area
Bereavement and grief
Support through grief after a death or other significant loss, with space for your own pace and experience.
Read about Bereavement and griefSupport area
Anxiety and stress
Practical counselling support for persistent worry, stress, or feeling constantly on edge.
Read about Anxiety and stressSupport area
Depression support
Support when mood is low, motivation is difficult, or daily life feels heavy.
Read about Depression supportSupport area
Relationships and family
Support with relationship strain, communication, family stress, or recurring conflict.
Read about Relationships and familySupport area
Confidence and self-esteem
Support for low confidence, self-doubt, and feeling stuck in negative self-beliefs.
Read about Confidence and self-esteemHow to start
A clear first step
If you are thinking about counselling, the first step can stay simple. You do not need to explain everything at once.
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Make contact
A short phone call or email is enough to ask about availability.
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Have a short initial chat
A brief conversation helps clarify what support you need and whether the practice feels like a fit.
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Arrange a first session
If it feels right to continue, a first session can be arranged at a pace that feels manageable.
Practical details
Clear, manageable information
First sessions, confidentiality, cancellations, and practical expectations are explained clearly before you commit to ongoing work.
In-person sessions are available in Kanturk, Co. Cork. If online appointments would suit you better, please ask when you get in touch.
Useful next steps
Read a little more before you decide
Helpful reading
Practical reading if you want a clearer picture first
The guides section is there for people who want calm, grounded information before they make contact.
Bereavement
Bereavement support: what counselling can and cannot do
A grounded guide to what bereavement counselling may offer, and what it cannot promise during grief.
Read Bereavement support: what counselling can and cannot doConfidentiality
How confidentiality works in counselling
A clear explanation of confidentiality in counselling, including why it matters and how limits are usually explained.
Read How confidentiality works in counsellingPractical choices
How to choose between online and in-person counselling
A practical guide to thinking through whether online or in-person counselling may suit you better.
Read How to choose between online and in-person counsellingPractical questions
Questions people often ask before getting in touch
Do I need a referral?
No referral is required. You can contact Marie directly by phone, email, or the appointment form.
How long is a session?
Sessions are usually around 50 minutes. If you need a different format, please ask.
Do you offer online appointments?
In-person sessions are available in Kanturk, Co. Cork. If online appointments would suit you better, please ask when you get in touch.
Is what I say confidential?
Confidentiality is taken very seriously. Any limits are explained clearly at the start so you know where you stand.
Frequently asked questions
What can counselling help with?
Counselling can help with anxiety, grief, stress, relationship difficulties, life changes, low mood, and feeling overwhelmed. Marie offers a steady, confidential space to talk things through.
Do you offer counselling in Kanturk?
Yes. Marie Harding Counselling Service is based in Kanturk, Co. Cork and supports clients from Kanturk and the wider North Cork area.
Do you offer online counselling?
Yes. Online sessions may be available for clients who prefer remote support or cannot attend in person.
What happens in a first counselling session?
The first session is a chance to talk about what is bringing you to counselling, ask questions, and decide whether the approach feels right for you.
How do I book an appointment?
You can use the request appointment option on the site, call Marie directly, or get in touch by email.
Make contact
If you would like to ask about availability, you can contact me by phone or email.
A short message is enough. You are welcome to make contact in whichever way feels easiest for you.