Helplines in Galway, Ireland.

Reach out to a self-harm helpline in Galway, Ireland today.

Self-harm may offer you relief from painful emotions in the moment, but it can leave you feeling worse afterward. It cannot solve your problems or remove the source of your pain. If you struggle with the following, you can get help from one of 1 in Galway, Ireland:

• Scratching, pinching, hitting yourself
• Not wanting to die, but still feeling like you need the pain
• A desire to punish or hurt yourself
• Searching for ways to self-harm
• Feeling like you need a physical release for your emotions
• Feeling like self-harm is the only thing keeping you going
• Looking for a way to escape the emotional pain
• Feeling like your emotions are too difficult or overwhelming to deal with

Self-harm is more common than you may think, but it's not talked about much. It’s normal to look for ways to manage intense emotional pain. When you’re under extreme emotional pressure, self-harm can seem like the only way to relieve it.

If you tend to hold things inside, talking to someone about your feelings can feel scary. However, trained helpline counselors and volunteers can help put you at ease. You can call a supporter in Galway, Ireland when you have the urge to self-harm and they can talk you through your emotions.

If you are ready to talk to someone about self harm, you can contact a hotline in Galway, Ireland for free and confidential support.