All services vary slightly in their approach. We recommend that you contact each service directly to discuss the supports that are right for you.
I would like counselling for alcohol
Alcohol is a depressant and alters the chemicals in the brain. This can impact brain function causing problems with decision making, problem solving, concentration, attention and memory. This can influence how you think, how you feel, your mood, and how you behave. Alcohol can have a significant impact on you and can cause anxiety or make it worse and the same with depression and other mental health conditions.
Counselling and psychotherapy can sometimes be an effective method to overcome problems with alcohol and alcohol dependency. The focus on treatment is generally aimed at supporting you to overcome urges and learn coping techniques and skills to deal with addiction or problem drinking. It offers a space where you can safely explore the source behaviours and supports you to reach self-awareness that assists you with recovery or a change in how you drink.
Find a service near you
Please find a list of services below that provide counselling.
Opening hours for counselling services vary depending on the needs of the service at a given time and vary from service to service. They also vary from being free, to low-cost to sliding scale depending on your circumstances.
All counselling services will vary in times depending on the service needs, we advise you to contact directly for more information.
The waiting time to access services after first point of contact varies between different organisations and may depend on individual circumstances. Some services may offer support on first point of contact and some services may operate on waiting lists. We recommend you contact each service directly to find out more information.
Find a service near you…
The services listed on this site are based in Dublin mainly within, or adjacent to, the following Drug and Alcohol Task Force Areas: Dublin 12, The South Inner City, Ballyfermot and The Canal Communities (Rialto, Inchicore and Bluebell).
If you are looking for information on supports outside of these areas we recommend you get in contact with the HSE Drug and Alcohol Helpline.
Please note that further information is available for some services by clicking “+”
HSE Drug & Alcohol Helpline
The HSE Drugs & Alcohol Helpline provides support, information, guidance and referral to anyone with a question or concern related to drug and alcohol use and/or HIV and sexual health.
Referral Process: If you require additional information on how to access these services – contact the HSE Drug & Alcohol Helpline 9:30-5:30 Monday-Friday or email.
Contact Details: 1800 459 459 / helpline@hse.ie / www2.hse.ie/alcohol
HSE Addiction Counselling Service
Counselling for individuals seeking support around their alcohol use.
Referral Process: To make a referral, please contact the service directly.
Locations:
Kilnamanagh Tymon Primary Care, Community Alcohol Service, Airton Square, Airton Road, Dublin D24 CF75
01 921 4954
Baggot Street Sandymount Primary Care Team Building (HSE), Clonskeagh Hospital Campus, Clonskeagh Rd, Dublin, D06T922
087 118 1301
Cork St Clinic (also covers areas of Rialto, Inchicore, Crumlin)
087 054 9746
Dr Steevens’ Clinic & Curlew Rd, Ballyfermot Primary Care Centre
087 054 9229 / 01 635 2077
Ballyfermot Advance
The Ballyfermot Advance Project aims to provide support to those with Drug and Alcohol addiction problems and their families. We are a community based project helping people who are Drug and Alcohol users and those affected by Drug and Alcohol use
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 3b Le Fanu House, Le Fanu Rd, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10, D10XF29
Contact Details: 01 623 8001 / info@ballyfermotadvance.ie
Website: https://www.ballyfermotadvance.ie
Canal Communities Regional Addiction Service (CCRAS)
Canal Communities Regional Addiction Service (CCRAS) provides support to individuals, families, communities, drug and alcohol services and the Local Drug and Alcohol Task Force in the areas of poly-drug and alcohol use, harm reduction & health promotion, education & prevention, drug-free supports, community development, and safety.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Oblates Basketball Hall, Tyrconnell Rd, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 X65A
Contact Details: 086 806 0421 / 086 384 5542 / admin@ccrass.ie
Website: https://www.ccras.ie
CKU
CKU Centre for Counselling and Psychotherapy provides professional help and support to people and their families affected by addiction through psychotherapeutic treatment, addiction prevention, and integration with multicultural Irish community in order to prevent social exclusion. Service is offered mainly through Polish and English.
Referral Process: To make a referral, please contact the service directly by phone.
Location: 19 Lord Edward St, Dublin 2, D02 HX29
Contact Details: 087 649 4555 / info@ckudublin.org
Website: https://www.ckudublin.org
Donore Community Drug Team
The Donore Community Drug & Alcohol Team are working with the Community of Donore Avenue and the surrounding areas to assist all those affacted by addiction problems, to promote healthy well being and to improve the quality of life for those who use our service.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Donore Community Drug & Alcohol Team, Donore Youth & Community Centre, Donore Avenue, Dublin 8
Contact Details: 01 416 4339 / donorecdt@eircom.net
Website: https://www.donorecdat.ie
Exchange House National - Travellers Service
Exchange House is a multi-disciplinary frontline service provider offering Education and Training Services, Children and Young People Services, Family Support and Crisis Intervention Services, Addiction Services and the National Traveller Mental Health Service.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 61 Great Strand Street, Dublin 1, D01 WC97
Contact Details: 01 872 1094 / info@exchangehouse.ie
Website: https://www.exchangehouse.ie
Lets Get Talking
Let’s Get Talking is a nonprofit Counselling & Psychotherapy Service providing accessible, professional, non-set fee therapy nationwide.
Location: Unit 9, Walkinstown Mall, 78 Walkinstown Rd, Walkinstown, Dublin, D12 ER29
Contact Details: 0818 714 001 / dublin@letsgettalking.ie
Website: https://www.letsgettalking.ie
Family Resource Centres
FRCs provide a range of universal and targeted services and development opportunities that address the needs of families. These can include:
- Providing information, support & advice to groups and families.
- Education & Training Courses.
- Family Support, afterschool groups, childcare supports.
- Social Groups (Mens/womens groups, creative, fitness and health and wellbeing classes etc.)
- Counselling
- Practical support and assistance for funding etc.
- Networking
Referral Process: Please contact the Family Resource Centres directly to get more information on their individual counselling services.
Locations:
Ballyfermot FRC, Lynches Lane, Ballyfermot, Dublin 10
01 626 4147
info@ballyfermotfrc.com
https://www.ballyfermotfrc.com
Cherry Orchard FRC (The Bungalow), 28 Elmdale Drive, Dublin, D10 K763
01 623 1367
https://cherry-orchard-family-resource-centre-the.business.site/
School Street FRC, School St, The Liberties, Dublin 8
01 454 7018
https://www.familyresource.ie/details.php?ID=53
St Andrews FRC, St Andrews Resource Centre, 114 – 116 Pearse Street, Dublin 2
info@standrews.ie
01 677 1930
https://www.standrews.ie
Frontline Make Change
Frontline is an addiction service set up to help Make Change. They support those who are affected by problematic alcohol or substance misuse, partners, children and family members through a range of one to one and group supports and family supports and childcare.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Kavanagh House, 135 Emmet Road, Inchicore, Dublin 8, D08 FP44
Contact Details: 01 473 6502 / info@frontlinemc.ie
Website: https://www.frontlinemakechange.com
Fusion CPL
We provide support to individuals who are coping with addiction issues either living in the community or incarcerated in prison.
Referral Process: To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: Cherry Orchard Health Centre, Cherry Orchard Grove, Cherry Orchard, Dublin 10, D10 AA25
Contact Details: 01 623 1499 / 087 961 3272 / info@fusioncpl.ie
Website: https://www.fusioncpl.com
My Mind
MyMind provides counselling and psychotherapy face to face and online, with 120 mental health professionals and different languages.
Referral Process: See the website for referral details or contact the service directly for more details.
Location: Online and in person in a variety of locations in Dublin.
Contact Details: hq@mymind.org / 0818 500 800
Website: https://www.mymind.org
The Oasis Centre
The Oasis Centre provides a low cost professional counselling and therapy service to individuals and groups facing issues of a personal or professional nature.
Referral Process: Self-Referral via Phone.
Location: The Oasis Centre, St. Laurence’s Place East, Seville Place, Dublin 1
Contact Details: 01 836 4524 / info@oasiscentre.ie
Website: https://www.oasiscentre.ie
Snug Counselling Service
The Snug Counselling Service is a community based counselling service that provides support for clients, family members and the wider community who are affected by addictions, including drugs and alcohol.
Referral Process: Self-Referral via Phone.
Location: MACRO Resource Centre, 1 Green St, Dublin 7
Contact Details: 01 878 6231 / 087 273 5358
Walkinstown Greenhills Resource Centre
We are a local community based charity. We offer a range of support services to those affected by substance misuse, gambling harm and mental health difficulties. We are here to help in whatever way we can.
Referral Process:To make a referral please contact the service by phone, alternatively, send an email with your name, contact details, a brief introduction and a call request and a member of the team will be in touch.
Location: 6 Cromwellsfort Rd, Walkinstown, Dublin 12, D12 PW13
Contact Details: 01 419 8630 / 086 027 8729 / reception@wgrc.ie
Some out of hours services are available – contact for more information
Website: https://www.wgrc.ie