How to Overcome Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Bed-Wetting & School Fears: Natural Help for Children, Teenagers and Adults in Ireland ONLINE and in-person in Newcastle West Limerick, Cork, Youghal East Cork & West Waterford
Claire Russell MSc. BSc. DipNT, MNTOI, Cl. M. Hyp., Cl.Hyp, GQHP, RTT, Adv RTT, GHR, GHSC, MICIP, IHR Registered Clinical Hypnotherapist, Clinical Medical Hypnotherapist, Registered Nutritionist & Functional Medicine, Kidz Matters Practitioner, Mind Coaching, Counselling, Psychotherapy, RTT, Advanced RTT ( RTT 2016 and Advanced RTT personally trained by Marisa Peer – qualified in 2018)
Struggling with School Stress, Anxiety, or Bed-Wetting? You Are Not Alone
Every year across Ireland, thousands of children, teenagers, and adults suffer with anxiety, panic attacks, bed-wetting, exam fear, school refusal, school-related phobias, exam stress, Junior Cert Anxiety, Leaving Cert Anxiety, fear of practical’s, CBA fears, public speaking anxiety or performance stress. These problems often remain hidden behind smiles, avoidance, or misbehaviour, but they affect emotional wellbeing, academic performance, and family life.
At Claire Russell Therapy, we offer a unique, whole-person approach to healing that integrates the mind, emotions, and body. Our mission is to provide fast, effective, and compassionate support for individuals and families struggling with exam-related stress, emotional trauma, and subconscious fear patterns.
Teenagers: Anxiety, Exam and School Stress and fears
What Teens Experience:
- Overwhelm from state exams like the Junior Cert and Leaving Cert
- Constant fear of failure, perfectionism, or parental pressure
- Panic attacks before or during oral exams, mocks, CBA’s or practicals
- Insomnia, poor appetite, emotional shutdown, or irritability
How we Help Teenagers Succeed & Stay Calm:
- Psychotherapy & Counselling to explore exam-related anxiety, fears, phobias, mood, anger, trauma or pressure
- Hypnotherapy to reduce anxiety, stress, insomnia, build self-confidence, and focus the mind
- RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy) & Advanced RTT to rewire subconscious beliefs like “I’m not good enough” or “I always fail”
- Hypnopsychotherapy & Hypnoanalysis to dig deeper, restore balance, confidence, self esteem, self belief, and heal the root causes
- Registered Nutritional Therapy to balance mood, anxiety and stress, low mood, anger, depression, Energy and Focus through diet
- Functional Medicine for hormonal balance, gut-brain connection, and brain clarity
Children: Bed-Wetting, Grief, Loss, Anxiety & School Fears
Symptoms You Might See:
- Bed-wetting past age 6, 7, 8, 9 ? (day or night)
- Fear of toilets, accidents in school, or being alone at night
- Separation Anxiety
- Fears and Phobias in children
- School refusal, clinginess, tantrums, or fear of separation
- Sleep issues, nightmares, or somatic complaints (tummy aches, headaches)
These issues are not signs of bad behaviour or laziness — they often stem from emotional overwhelm or subconscious fear loops that the child cannot verbalise.
️ Child-Centred Therapies that Work:
- Gentle Hypnotherapy using storytelling and visualisation to reduce anxiety
- Play-Based Counselling to express and process fears safely
- Hypnopsychotherapy for emotional regulation and confidence building
- Nutritional Therapy to eliminate irritants and support mood & sleep
- Functional Medicine to detect hidden triggers such as gut-brain imbalances, food sensitivities, or nutritional deficiencies
Adults: Exam Trauma, Panic Attacks, and Fear of Performance
Adult Patterns That Limit Success:
- Reliving school trauma during interviews, presentations, or tests
- Panic or freezing before driving tests or assessments
- Self-sabotage due to shame, perfectionism, or fear of being judged
- Avoiding career moves or opportunities due to deep-rooted fear
Restoring Calm, Confidence, and Career Momentum:
- Hypnoanalysis to uncover repressed emotions and subconscious fears
- Psychotherapy for unpacking school-based shame and low self-worth
- RTT to clear long-standing beliefs like “I always mess up” or “I can’t speak under pressure”
- Hypnotherapy for interview success, driving test calm, and public speaking confidence
- Nutritional & Functional Medicine to reduce anxiety, balance cortisol, chronic stress, brain fog, and enhance clarity and focus
Why Claire Russell Therapy Gets Results
I combine powerful therapeutic tools to treat the whole person:
✔️ Counselling & Psychotherapy for deep emotional work and mental health work
✔️ Clinical Hypnotherapy & Hypnopsychotherapy to reprogram fear patterns
✔️ RTT and Advanced RTT qualified and vastly experienced RTT for fast, lasting transformation
✔️ Hypnoanalysis for resolving root causes
✔️ Registered Nutritional Therapy to nourish the brain & balance mood
✔️ Functional Medicine to assess and resolve physiological stress contributors
With thousands of successful outcomes, my integrated approach delivers change where single-method therapy often fails.
Real Success Stories from Real Clients
“My daughter went from nightly accidents to completely dry within weeks. Her self belief, school performance and confidence returned, and so did her huge natural happy smile.”
“My son used to vomit before CBA’s and oral exams. With Claire’s help, he walked into his Leaving Cert with focus and calm. Jack is doing fantastic in college”
“I avoided job interviews for years due to panic. After RTT and Functional Nutrition support, I finally accepted my dream job.”
“My daughter went from wetting the bed every few nights to sleeping dry and confident after two sessions.”
“Before doing therapy I had nightmares, overwhelming anxiety, complete exhaustion, almost constant brain fog, and panic attacks during school and study. After working with Claire, I did my Leaving Cert with calm and focus, and I got my place in my number 1 course, and in the University I wanted!! And I was the only one in my year who got it! ”
“I failed a lot (!!) of driving tests… After just a few sessions with Claire, I had the courage to do turn up and do my driving test (yet again) and I’ve passed my driving test – with flying colours!! I still can’t believe how I am feeling relaxed each day. I love driving and drive confidently”
Ready to Transform Stress Into Calm?
Whether you or your child are struggling with:
- Exam-related stress and panic attacks
- Bed-wetting, fears, or toilet anxiety
- School refusal, phobias, or performance anxiety
Book your free 15-minute consultation now
Email: clairerusselltherapy@gmail.com
or Ring Claire directly on 087 616 6638
Your future doesn’t have to be ruled by fear. Healing and Recovery is possible — naturally.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best treatment for exam anxiety in teens in Ireland?
The most effective treatment combines Hypnotherapy, RTT, and Psychotherapy to resolve both the emotional and subconscious roots of exam fear. My teen clients and children often see results within a few sessions.
Can therapy help bed-wetting without medication?
Yes. I use Hypnotherapy, Hypnopsychotherapy, and Nutritional Therapy to address subconscious fears and regulate nighttime bladder control naturally for adults, teenagers and children.
How does RTT work for panic attacks?
RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy) accesses the root cause of anxiety at the subconscious level, rewires limiting beliefs, and replaces them with empowering thoughts. It is highly effective for panic attacks.
Is RTT safe for children and teenagers?
Absolutely. RTT (Rapid Transformational Therapy) is highly effective and safe for teens suffering from low self-esteem, panic attacks, or exam fear. I use age-appropriate techniques for younger clients.
Is Functional Medicine really helpful for anxiety?
Yes. Functional Medicine identifies hidden biological triggers of anxiety like nutrient imbalances, gut issues, and inflammation. It complements emotional therapy beautifully.
My child refuses to go to school. Can this help?
Absolutely. School refusal is a growing issue in Ireland. I work with children to gently uncover fears and support parents with proven strategies using Counselling, Hypnotherapy, and Functional support. I offer a full, complete and holistic approach combining child counselling, kidz matters, mind coaching, emotional regulation tools, and nutritional/functional support to help reduce stress, school phobia and increase resilience.
Do you offer online therapy across Ireland, UK and Worldwide?
Yes. I work with clients across Ireland, UK and overseas remotely via secure online sessions — perfect for families with busy schedules or those living outside of Limerick, Cork and Waterford where my private rooms are located.
What is Functional Medicine, and how can it help anxiety?
Functional Medicine addresses the biological root causes of anxiety, such as inflammation, gut health, and nutrient imbalances. Combined with emotional therapy, it leads to deep and lasting healing.
Claire Russell Therapy, Nutrition, Hypnotherapy, and Childrens Therapy Limerick, Cork, Waterford and ONLINE
Helping children, teenagers, and adults in Ireland heal from anxiety, transform fear into freedom, build and live life with confidence to live life fully