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, on

line 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.

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If your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or life changes, play therapy can help.Helplink offers Play Ther...
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If your child is struggling with anxiety, big emotions, or life changes, play therapy can help.

Helplink offers Play Therapy for children in a safe, supportive space where young people can express themselves, build confidence, and work through challenges through play.

There are appointments available now in Galway city. Please share so the people you know find out that their child can avail of Play Therapy without having to sit on a waiting list.

Email: [email protected] or ring 0818 99 88 80 for more information.

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💚 Be the reason someone gets help today 💚

At Helplink Mental Health, we believe that counselling should be accessible to everyone — not a luxury. Every day, we support individuals who are struggling, but we need your help to continue this vital work.

Your donation will help us:
✔ Provide support to more people in need
✔ Make counselling accessible to all
✔ Keep vital services accessible and affordable

No matter how big or small, every contribution makes a real difference.

👉 Donate here: https://www.idonate.ie/fundraiser/helplinksupport1

Together, we can make mental health support accessible for all. ❤️🧠

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What is counselling?

It’s a safe, confidential space where you can talk through whatever you’re facing — at your own pace, with no judgement.

✔️ Be heard
✔️ Understand your thoughts and feelings
✔️ Get support through life’s challenges
✔️ Take a step towards feeling more like yourself

Helplink Mental Health offers counselling 7 days a week — online nationwide and in person in Galway & Castlebar.

Reach out. We’re here to help 💚

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Helplink Mental Health offers:
• Free counselling sessions (online, phone, or in person in Galway)
• Support for individuals and family members
• 6–12 sessions, with aftercare groups available
• No referral needed – you can self-refer today

Please share this post—you never know who might need it.

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Is your child finding things difficult at the moment?At Helplink, we offer Play Therapy in Galway and Castlebar, providi...
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Is your child finding things difficult at the moment?

At Helplink, we offer Play Therapy in Galway and Castlebar, providing children with a safe and supportive space to express their feelings through play.

Play therapy can help children with anxiety, emotional difficulties, behavioural challenges, or adjusting to changes in their lives.

Our qualified therapists work gently and at the child’s pace, helping them feel heard, understood, and supported.

📍 Available in Galway & Castlebar
📞 Call us on 0818 99 88 80 to find out more or book a session

👉 Please share this post with anyone who might benefit from this support

Address

The Plaza, Headford Road
Galway
H91KC6V

Opening Hours

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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