Northern Ireland Community Relations Council - Services - Community Relations Groups

Contact: Michael Doherty/Patricia McQuillan

Glen Community Complex
41a Suffolk Road

Tel: 028 9058 5544/9060 0641

E-Mail: patriciamcquillan@hotmail.com

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Aims and Objectives

Lenadoon Community Counselling Project provides counselling to those individuals who remain isolated and traumatised as a result of the troubles. It also addresses the needs of families who have been affected by alcohol addiction and domestic violence. Many adults who have been the victims of childhood sexual abuse are also supported by the counselling project. In addition to providing over 60 hours per week of direct counselling to clients, the project also raises awareness of the issues around suicide and mental health.

Projects and Activities

One to one counselling to clients referred to the project from a variety of professional medical and community sources.
Sexual abuse awareness and support group.
Depression and suicide awareness support group.
Support group for families of those who have died through suicide.
Training courses and seminars.