Helplink Mental Health

Helplink Mental Health Our mission is to provide accessible mental health supports, in-person and online, and to continually expand our services to reach more people and communities.

The three types of mental health services that Helplink provides are: Counselling, Information Provision and Education. Helplink’s qualified, insured and Garda vetted counsellors are available for appointments 7 days a week and out–of–hours: for free or at low set costs. Since its inception in 2012, our Counsellors and Therapists have provided appointments to children, young people, and adults, online nationally and face–to–face in Galway and Mayo. We provide:

General Counselling
Play Therapy (Galway and Mayo only)
Art Therapy (Galway and Mayo only)
Couples Counselling
Youth Counselling (including addiction)
Addiction Counselling
Bereavement Therapy

- Irish Abroad & Returning Irish Counselling Service: we also have an international service where we provide our unique free, online Irish abroad counselling service for Irish citizens living abroad.

- National Gambling Counselling Service: Helplink provides a free gambling addiction treatment service, nationally by phone and online (video consultations); 7 days a week and out-of-ours; funded by the Gambling Awareness Trust.

- West of Ireland Gambling Addiction Treatment Service: in 2024 Helplink have partnered with the HSE to provide a free pilot gambling addiction treatment service (face-to-face & online) for people in the West of Ireland.

Only spend what you can afford. Keep your finances protected.Remember, there are lots of tools available to help you be ...
17/11/2025

Only spend what you can afford. Keep your finances protected.
Remember, there are lots of tools available to help you be aware and stay in control.
Visit gamblingcare.ie for more information.

November 17th to 23rd is Safer Gambling Week and at Helplink Mental Health we are proud to take part in a national conve...
17/11/2025

November 17th to 23rd is Safer Gambling Week and at Helplink Mental Health we are proud to take part in a national conversation about safer gambling.

We want to encourage a conversation between staff, clients, friends, and family about safer gambling, as well as highlighting the services and tools available to help people stay in control of their gambling.

🔸Helplink, in collaboration with the Gambling Awareness Trust, offers a problem-gambling counselling service across Ireland that is available free of charge. This service is available nationwide through online or phone counselling. Appointments are available for individuals over 16 years of age experiencing gambling issues and their family members, who may be affected by a loved one’s gambling.

To arrange an appointment with us you can:
▪️Email us at helplinksupport@helplink.ie
▪️phone us on 0818 99 88 80
▪️Fill out our online form here: https://www.helplink.ie/counselling/book-an-appointment/



Next week is Safer Gambling Week and at Helplink Mental Health, we are proud to be part of the conversation on healthy a...
12/11/2025

Next week is Safer Gambling Week and at Helplink Mental Health, we are proud to be part of the conversation on healthy and safer play.

Remember, when gambling stops being fun and starts to become a problem, please reach out for help. Helplink, in collaboration with the Gambling Awareness Trust, offers a problem-gambling counselling service across Ireland that is available free of charge. This service is available nationwide through online or phone counselling. Appointments are available for individuals over 16 years of age experiencing gambling issues and their family members, who may be affected by a loved one’s gambling.

Visit Helplink.ie for more information

20/10/2025

Thank you to Breedon Group for your donations from your Family Open Day. Your support is very much appreciated 🧡

10/10/2025
Sunny has transformed her life through a powerful journey of self-discovery, blending physical strength with emotional r...
10/10/2025

Sunny has transformed her life through a powerful journey of self-discovery, blending physical strength with emotional resilience. After placing third in Bikini Bodybuilding Germany, she continues to advocate for the vital link between fitness and mental wellbeing.
Originally from Austria and now based in Galway, Ireland, Sunny uses her experience to inspire others to embrace balance, build inner strength, and prioritise mental health.
As an ambassador for Coldtober 2025, Sunny is proud to support Helplink’s mission—promoting mental health awareness, resilience, and accessible support for all.

The 10th of October is World Mental Health Day and today we wear our green ribbons as a reminder of how important it is ...
10/10/2025

The 10th of October is World Mental Health Day and today we wear our green ribbons as a reminder of how important it is to prioritise your mental health and well-being. 💚

Take a moment today to remind yourself that you deserve love, support, and care. Check in on your loved ones.

If you are in need of counselling services, please reach out to us either by phoning 0818 99 88 80 or email us at helplinksupport@helplink.ie

Check out our write-up in this week's  ! 👀A big thanks again to our wonderful sponsors and supporters who helped launch ...
09/10/2025

Check out our write-up in this week's ! 👀

A big thanks again to our wonderful sponsors and supporters who helped launch Coldtober 2025 at Blackrock, Salthill

Are you taking part in the challenge? Sign up or donate below! 🔽
https://www.idonate.ie/event/Coldtober2025







We’re already blown away by the incredible support pouring in — from early registrations to the buzz building across the...
03/10/2025

We’re already blown away by the incredible support pouring in — from early registrations to the buzz building across the community, it’s clear that Coldtober 2025 is going to be something special.

Whether you’ve signed up, shared the word, or just cheered us on — THANK YOU. Your energy is contagious, and we can’t wait to see what this month brings.

Let’s keep the momentum going. If you haven’t joined yet, now’s the time.
Sign up or Donate: https://www.idonate.ie/event/Coldtober2025

We're delighted to have the fantastic Erin Lally join us as an Ambassador for Coldtober 2025.Erin has been passionate ab...
03/10/2025

We're delighted to have the fantastic Erin Lally join us as an Ambassador for Coldtober 2025.

Erin has been passionate about swimming all her life and is now a dedicated advocate for the power of the sea and sauna for both body and mind. A long-time lover of cold water dips, Erin will be promoting the message that looking after your mental wellbeing is just as important as your physical health throughout our Coldtober campaign.

Follow Erin's progress on Insta: https://www.instagram.com/erin.lally/

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Monday 9am - 9pm
Tuesday 9am - 9pm
Wednesday 9am - 9pm
Thursday 9am - 9pm
Friday 9am - 9pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

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