Gambling support services in Cork
Munster · Republic of Ireland
Cork city and county are served by HSE South-West addiction services, voluntary counsellors and at least one weekly peer support meeting in the city. National helplines and online services apply everywhere in the county.
Local in Cork
- HSE Cork-Kerry Community Healthcare Addiction Service provides assessment and counselling. GP referral typical.
- Gamblers Anonymous holds at least one weekly meeting in Cork city.
- MABS offices in Cork city, North Cork, South Cork and West Cork.
- Extern Problem Gambling accepts referrals from anywhere in Munster.
Local listings are informational and non-endorsing. Always confirm opening hours and referral routes directly with each service.
National services that apply in Cork
- Gambling Care National Helpline — 1800 936 725 (free, confidential).
- Extern Problem Gambling — free one-to-one support across Ireland.
- Gamblers Anonymous Ireland — in-person and online peer-support meetings.
- Gam-Anon Ireland — for family members affected by someone else's gambling.
- HSE Drug and Alcohol Helpline — 1800 459 459 (covers gambling).
Debt support in Cork
MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) operates in Cork as well as nationally on 0818 07 2000. It is free, confidential and independent. See our complete guide to gambling debt in Ireland and the action-focused debt support hub.
Self-exclusion and blocking
Self-exclusion works the same way in Cork as anywhere else in Ireland. See self-exclusion options and bank blocking.
If you are in crisis
- Samaritans — 116 123 (free, 24/7).
- Pieta — 1800 247 247 (free, 24/7).
- Emergency — 999 or 112.
FAQs — gambling support in Cork
- Do I need a GP referral?
- For HSE addiction services, usually yes. Voluntary services such as Gambling Care, Extern and Gamblers Anonymous accept self-referrals.
- Is support free in Cork?
- HSE, MABS, Samaritans, Pieta and the major voluntary providers are free. Some private counsellors charge fees.
- Can I get help anonymously?
- Yes. Helplines and peer-support meetings can be accessed without sharing identifying information.
- What if there is no local in-person service for me?
- National phone and online services give full coverage, and several providers will arrange travel-free counselling by phone or video.
Neighbouring counties
More counties in Munster
This page is information only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, counselling or crisis support.