Over 2,000 men access free mental health counselling in Galway

Over 2,000 men in Co Galway have accessed a free mental‑health counselling service that was launched last September, according to Minister Mary Butler. The initiative, backed by Movember Ireland, has recorded more than 13,000 sessions and shows a growing willingness among men to seek help for their well‑being.

Minister Butler highlighted the numbers as evidence of a shift in attitudes toward mental health support. “It is encouraging to see such uptake,” she said, noting that the service’s reach reflects an increased openness among men to discuss their challenges.

The Irish Independent reported that more than 2,000 men used free HSE counselling within the first six months, calling it a significant milestone for the programme. The coverage underscores the impact of the service in the local community and its role in normalising mental‑health conversations.

The Galway Bay FM report confirms the figures and stresses the partnership with Movember Ireland as key to the programme’s success. While no further details on funding or future expansion were provided, the data suggest that the free counselling service is meeting a clear need within Co Galway.

For further details see Galway Bay FM and the Irish Independent.

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