About Akasha Counselling
Meet The Founder
I’m Ashling Whelan, founder of Akasha Counselling.
I am a relationship coach and trauma-informed practitioner dedicated to helping emotionally aware individuals and couples reconnect with calm, clarity, and compassion, which is what led me to start Akasha Counselling.
I work with clients who feel stuck in the same painful patterns. Those who long to feel seen, safe, and truly understood. Through my signature method, The Internal Shift Framework, I guide people from emotional reactivity to lasting connection using belief repatterning, nervous system work, and communication repair.
This isn’t about fixing your partner or managing symptoms; it’s about shifting your focus from the other to reflection on self. I’ve seen how powerful it is when clients begin to trust themselves, take ownership of their experience, and communicate in ways that invite closeness instead of conflict.
Let’s build a relationship that feels calm, secure, and emotionally alive together.
A Compassionate Space for Emotional Healing and Growth
Supporting Transformation, One Story at a Time
With years of experience supporting emotional wellness, we’ve built a practice grounded in trust, compassion, and deep presence.
Our approach combines evidence-based therapy with client-led guidance, always focused on meeting you where you are. Whether you're moving through anxiety, disconnection, or inner overwhelm, we're here to support your healing and growth. Because your emotional well-being isn’t just important, it’s the foundation for everything else.
700+
Successful Therapy Journeys
We've supported many individuals and couples through their emotional challenges, helping them move from overwhelm and disconnection to clarity, calm, and meaningful change.
8+
Accredited Counsellors
Our counsellors and therapists bring years of experience, empathy, and proven methods to each session.
96%
Client Satisfaction Rate
It’s a privilege to hold space for our clients, and we're honoured by the trust they place in us. The transformations we create together are a reflection of compassionate care, deep listening, and meaningful inner work.
500+
Sessions Conducted Annually
Through one-to-one sessions, we've helped clients create lasting emotional shifts - one safe, meaningful conversation at a time.
You Carry More Strength Than You Realise
Every step you take toward healing is a reflection of the strength you already hold, even if it doesn’t always feel that way. We believe that with the right support, we can gently explore what’s beneath the surface and begin to shift the patterns that no longer serve you. You don’t have to navigate this alone. We are here to walk with you, to hold space, and to guide with compassion.
This work isn’t about fixing, it’s about reconnecting with who you truly are. Healing is not a destination. It’s a process, a relationship, and a return to self. I, along with all the team here at Akasha Counselling be here with you, every step of the way.
Support That Helps You Come Home to Yourself
True healing begins when you feel seen, heard, and supported. In our sessions, we’ll help you gently explore your thoughts, emotions, and inner patterns at your own pace. Together, we’ll build simple, effective tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm, while strengthening your self-trust along the way. This isn’t about fixing you. It’s about helping you reconnect with your own clarity, resilience, and calm.
Healing Begins With Feeling Safe
Even in the hardest moments, a small sense of hope can begin to shift everything. In our work together, you’ll find a safe and compassionate space to speak freely, feel fully, and start your healing. Whether you’re navigating trauma, depression, or deep emotional fatigue, we're here to walk alongside you with care and clarity. Healing can feel hard, but you don’t have to do it alone.
Our Approach and Experience
Personalised Support for Every Story
We offer therapy that’s grounded in evidence-based tools and shaped by your unique story. Whether you’re moving through anxiety, depression, trauma, or just feeling emotionally overwhelmed, we're here to support you with care and clarity. Each session is designed to help you feel more grounded, more resilient, and more connected to yourself. Your emotional well-being matters - and we're committed to walking this path with you.
Why Choose Akasha Counselling?
A Safe Space for the Mind and Heart
Qualified, Compassionate Therapeutic Support
We bring professional training, clinical experience, and a deeply compassionate approach to every session. You can expect trusted, thoughtful care that’s tailored to your needs - always focused on helping you feel safe, supported, and truly understood.
Therapy That Meets You Where You Are
We know that no two stories are the same. That’s why our work together is shaped by your lived experience, your pace, and what feels right for you in each moment.
A Space Where You Feel Seen and Supported
We offer a calm, supportive space where you can speak openly and begin to heal in your own time. There’s no pressure here - just safety, presence, and compassion for wherever you are in your journey.
Rooted in Research, Led by Care
We blend evidence-based therapy with real human connection so your healing feels both grounded and deeply personal. It’s not just about techniques. It’s about being truly seen and supported.
Care That Carries You Forward
We care about what happens between sessions just as much as what happens within them. With thoughtful resources, or quiet encouragement, our support continues long after the session ends.
Real Connection. Real Change.
Clients often arrive feeling overwhelmed or unsure. But over time, they begin to reconnect with their strength, clarity, and hope. Their stories speak to what’s possible when healing is met with compassion and trust.
Testimonials
Real Stories, Real Comfort - What Our Clients Say
"Akasha Counselling gave me a safe and understanding space to talk about my mental health challenges. Their professional approach and deep empathy made me feel heard and supported. With their guidance, I’ve been able to make real progress.
I’m learning how to manage my emotions and live a more balanced life."
- Emily
"I was searching for a trusted place to address my mental health concerns, and Akasha Counselling provided exactly what I needed.
The team’s caring and professional approach made me feel comfortable and encouraged throughout my journey. They’ve helped me understand myself better and develop healthier coping mechanisms."
- Sarah
"I was struggling with my mental health for a long time, but the team at Akasha Counselling provided me with the support I needed every step of the way. Their therapy and counselling sessions have truly transformed my life.
Today, I feel more confident and at peace with myself. The care and expertise they offer are beyond words."
- James
We are committed to providing compassionate, confidential, and effective mental health care for individuals and couples.
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