testimonials
"When I came to John, I truly felt that I was at the lowest I have ever been in my lifetime. Reckless and dangerous behaviour was ruining my relationships and endangering my own health, physically and mentally. I was abusing my body through excessive drinking and destroying valued relationships through a complete lack of regard for my own limits. I hated myself, and I really did feel like there was no way out of the situations that I had created for myself.
John helped me massively in helping me find the way to pull myself out of a cycle of self-loathing and misery. On a weekly basis we were able to work towards finding the root of my self-destructive behaviours, providing new clarity on my actions and feelings from both past and present.
He possesses great empathy but is unafraid to challenge your perspective, which is sorely needed in some cases such as my own. Life still has its tough moments and forever will, but John has given me the tools and platform to treat myself with self-respect, begin to forgive myself for past actions, and work towards a healthier existence where I could ensure that I would never make those same mistakes again. He opened my eyes as to how beneficial therapy can be."
- Ruairi K
“I have struggled with depression and anxiety for as long as I can remember. After having to deal with several life changing events in a row I hit a low point. I felt like life was hopeless and I reached out to John for help after finding him online.
John’s depth of knowledge was clear from the start. This, along with his engaging but non-judgemental nature, allowed me to talk honestly and openly with him.
As we unpacked my problems week by week he helped me lay them out in a way which allowed me to see them from different perspectives. Although it was challenging at times, John was supportive and I never felt pressure to talk about anything I didn’t want to.
His direct but deeply empathetic approach has helped me develop immensely as a person, and work through major issues both past and present. Since working with John I have significantly less anxiety, much more self respect, and for the first time in my life I don’t feel like I’m my own worst enemy.
John brings his wealth of knowledge, years of experience, wisdom, and professionalism to the sessions and the results speak for themselves. I cannot recommend him enough.”
- Chris J
“To be honest I had never been to see a counsellor before and was very nervous and unsure of what was involved as i’m not good at talking about my feeling.
I feel since I starting seeing you in Dec I am more in control of my life and don’t have the same pressure on myself when situations arise.
You have helped me to rethink things and learn to put myself first and that how i feel is important.
You have given me some sound advice that I will always take with me and use when I am under pressure and feel life is overwhelming
I am in such a better place now and will continue to always work on my self and continue to open doors that have been shut and continue on the journey that you have allowed me to unlock within my self.”
- JC
“I have found Amor Fati to be a very professional, confidential, compassionate, trustworthy & safe environment. John is very dedicated, patient, a great listener, very knowledgeable, extremely helpful & trustworthy. I highly recommend this service.”
- Denzel P