Numbers seeking counselling over money fears rises

A COUNSELLING centre for young people in Co Kerry has reported a rise in numbers seeking help this month.

The South West Counselling Centre, in Killarney, yesterday said it was dealing with more and more young people in distress. Figures for 2010 showed an increase of 250 hours of one-to-one counselling over 2009.

“We have witnessed an increase in the number of people experiencing financial strain and struggling to cope with their situation,” said centre director Geraldine Sheedy.