A number of mental health services are available, both in the local area and online
HSE psychology services - available to both private and medical card patients by GP referral. It is a very good service but the downside is long waiting lists.
HSE Mental Health Services - available to both private and medical card patients by GP referral or by self-presentation in an emergency situation. This is the most appropriate service for those with severe mental health issues.
Irish Association of counselling and psychotherapy - this website has a database to therapists, to whom patient’s can self-refer without a doctor.
Sligo Leitrim Directory - This is a website detailing the full scope of mental health and social supports available in the Sligo & Leitrim areas.
Text About It 50808 - this is an innovative text-based mental health support service that is free of charge.
Silvercloud - this is an online cognitive behavioural therapy service. Access is free of charge to all but a GP referral is required.
Jigsaw - mental health service amount at young people aged 12-25.
Turn2Me - Free online support
Pieta House - Mental health charity
Northwest STOP - mental health charity providing free counselling