Our programme is aimed at individuals, who reside in Ireland, who are experiencing mild to moderate depression, stress and/or anxiety and would like to learn new ways to deal with life’s challenges.

If your client can self-refer and opt in, please direct them to input their details here.

If your client is unable to self-refer (e.g. due to language or a disability), GPs, NGOs and health professionals can complete our referral form on their behalf.

Please include relevant clinical information, such as risk factors or mental health history.

If a client is seeking long-term therapy or presents with complex mental health needs, we would encourage you to signpost them to another counselling service or support service. The Aware Counselling service is a short-term intervention designed to support people with mild to moderate difficulties.

The Aware Counselling Service is not best placed to meet:

• Active and acute risk to self and/or others
• History of psychosis
• Currently experiencing significant emotional or personal crises, who may not feel socially or emotionally ready to engage in regular psychological therapy
• A diagnosis of a personality disorder, schizophrenia, or other psychotic conditions, whose needs may be better supported by more specialised services
• Drug or alcohol dependency
• Seeking treatment for Autism or ADHD

We also accept referrals from NGOs and community organisations using the referral form. The same screening process applies.