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Helplines in Ireland

Samaritans

Main helpline Open 24/7

Free emotional support 24/7, 365 days a year for anyone in distress, lonely, struggling to cope, or feeling suicidal. Trained volunteers provide confidential listening and support via phone, email, letter, or in-person. No judgment, just someone who will listen.

Peer support

Pieta

Main helpline Open 24/7

Free 24/7 crisis support for people experiencing suicidal ideation, self-harm, or bereavement by suicide. Professional therapists provide immediate crisis intervention via helpline and text, plus free therapy sessions (no referral needed). Also offers specialized LGBTQ+ support and suicide bereavement services.

My Options - HSE Unplanned Pregnancy Support

Open 24/7

FREE confidential HSE freephone and webchat for unplanned pregnancy support. Non-judgmental counselling, information on all options (continuing pregnancy, abortion services). 24/7 medical support from experienced nurses. Face-to-face counselling available. Interpreter service available.

HSE Your Mental Health Information Line

Open 24/7

FREE confidential 24/7 Freephone service. Mental health information, signposting to supports/services provided by HSE and funded partners. Connects callers with trained team who provide information about services nationally and in your area.

GamblingCare.ie National Helpline

Open 24/7

FREE national helpline for problem gambling, offering confidential support and guidance for gamblers and their families. Part of Gambling Regulatory Authority of Ireland (GRAI) services.

Women's Aid National Freephone Helpline

Open 24/7

FREE 24/7 national helpline for women experiencing domestic violence and abuse. Confidential support, information, advocacy, safety planning, and referrals to refuges and support services. Operating since 1974. Ireland's leading DV support organization.

Blue Blindfold - Garda Human Trafficking Reporting

Open 24/7

FREE confidential reporting line for human trafficking in Ireland. Garda (police) campaign encouraging public vigilance and reporting of suspected trafficking. Information and resources on human trafficking indicators. Report suspicions 24/7.

Dublin Rape Crisis Centre National Helpline

Open 24/7

FREE 24/7 national rape crisis helpline providing confidential, non-judgmental support for anyone affected by rape, sexual assault, sexual harassment, or sexual abuse at any time in their lives. Free counselling, therapy, accompaniment services. Interpreting available in 240+ languages.

If you're in immediate danger, please call your local emergency services.

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