Futures In Mind

13/04/2026

Therapist, Psychologist, or Psychiatrist — What Is the Difference? A quick guide to mental health professionals.

If you have decided to seek professional support for your mental health — first of all, well done. That is a meaningful step. But once you start looking into your options, the terminology can quickly become confusing. Therapist, counsellor, psychologist, psychiatrist — what do these titles actua...

12/04/2026

Meet Futures In Mind board member Ciara Conner, who has been on the team since 2023. A native of Curracloe, Ciara brings a wealth of knowledge, experience, and community spirit to the board. She is an active member of her local community, contributing to both the local soccer team and Tidy Towns.

Ciara holds a degree in Business and brings valuable financial experience to the board through her roles at BNY Mellon and other notable companies.

Ciara is a real asset to the team. Thank you, Ciara.

05/04/2026

Meet board member and Treasurer Emma Quinn, who joined the Futures In Mind team in 2024.

Emma is a Certified Public Accountant (CPA) and the owner of Quinn Accounting. She is highly active in the Gorey community and is also a proud member of the wonderful Voices of Gorey Choir.

Bringing a wealth of knowledge, qualifications, certifications, and experience to the board, Emma is a valuable part of our governance team, and we are absolutely delighted to have her with us.

04/04/2026

A look inside one of our most in demand units - our Child and Adolescent room at our Gorey Clinical Centre. We run a similar centre in Arklow — ten counselling rooms between the two, every single one set up, painted, maintained, cleaned, and funded by our small team of volunteers.

That's a huge responsibility to carry — and they carry it without pay, without fanfare, and without nearly enough recognition.

The rising costs that are affecting everyone are affecting us too. Keeping the lights on, the heating running, the rent paid — that pressure falls entirely on their shoulders.

And still they show up.
So this is us saying it: thank you. For every coat of paint, every bill paid, every door kept open. None of this exists without you.

02/04/2026

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01/04/2026

If you popped into our Gorey store yesterday, you were likely greeted by our two wonderful volunteers, Stephen and Caden, who is currently studying psychology.

Thank you both for your dedication, kindness, and generosity. Your impact is felt by the thousands of people who have benefited from our service over the past 12 years.

Did you know our store is one of only two charity shops in Gorey managed and run entirely by volunteers? By the community, for the community.

30/03/2026

The latest numbers from our helpline referrals show a 129% increase over the past two months. Our data reveals that 12-17 year olds continue to present in large numbers, with young women particularly struggling with self-harm and the pressures of social media use.

We continue to receive referrals from state agencies and other charities—and the need is greater than ever. If you'd like to support our services and ensure we're always there for young people in crisis, consider pledging a small amount each month. Your support changes lives. 💚 futuresinmind.ie/donate

29/03/2026

A HUGE well done and thank you to this team from ESB Networks for completing QPR Gatekeeper Su***de Prevention Training with Futures In Mind recently.

Your dedication to recognising signs of crisis, confidently asking tough questions, and providing compassionate support could genuinely save lives.

Research shows that up to 90% of people who die through su***de show warning signs beforehand. Bystander training like this empowers teams to notice and respond effectively.

Together, we're building safer, more supportive communities.

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28/03/2026

How to Talk to Your GP About Mental Health 👨🏻‍⚕️👩‍⚕️🏥

For many people in Ireland, walking into a GP's office and saying 'I'm not doing well mentally' is one of the hardest things they will ever do. Whether it is fear of being judged, uncertainty about what to say, or simply not knowing if what they are experiencing is 'bad enough' to mention, many peop...

27/03/2026

Meet board member Stephen Considine, who has served on the Futures In Mind Board of Directors since 2024, but has been supporting the delivery of our programmes for much longer.

A passionate mental health advocate, Stephen is the founder of BiPolar Bear Wear, which has raised thousands of euro for our counselling services, as well as for other worthy charities. He is also a talented graphic designer and renowned artist.

An Arklow native, Stephen has used his creativity to support wider mental health initiatives, including his brilliant hike and walk initiative, Wibbly Wobbly Wonders.

Stephen is a valued asset to our team - thank you for your time and dedication Stephen.

27/03/2026

Introducing our New Peer-Led Su***de Bereavement Support Groups

Losing someone to su***de is an experience that can feel isolating, but you don’t have to go through it alone. Futures in Mind is beginning new peer-led su***de bereavement support groups in Gorey, Arklow and Enniscorthy - offering a space of understanding, healing, and community.

Facilitated by an accredited counsellor, the groups will provide a supportive and confidential environment to share your journey, connect with others, and find strength together.

To join, learn more, or register your interest, please reach out to us at support@futuresinmind.ie or via (0818) 303061