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Gambling support services in Leitrim

Connacht · Republic of Ireland

Leitrim is served by HSE North-West addiction services. Carrick-on-Shannon is the main local hub; in-person specialist support is typically accessed via Sligo.

Local in Leitrim

  • HSE North-West addiction service covers Leitrim.
  • MABS office in Carrick-on-Shannon.
  • Online peer support widely used.
  • Extern Problem Gambling national referrals.

Local listings are informational and non-endorsing. Always confirm opening hours and referral routes directly with each service.

National services that apply in Leitrim

  • 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 Leitrim

MABS (Money Advice and Budgeting Service) operates in Leitrim 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 Leitrim 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 Leitrim

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 Leitrim?
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.

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This page is information only. It is not medical advice, diagnosis, counselling or crisis support.

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