Tony O'Reilly: Problem gambler turned counsellor

Tony O'Reilly was a problem gambler. He was sentenced to four years in prison in 2010. Now he's a counsellor and travels to schools to talk about gambling addiction. He co-wrote a book with journalist Declan Lynch. The book gained notoriety when it was published in 2018. O’Reilly is now a fully accredited member of the Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. His organisation Extern helps people with problem gambling. It's 10 years since he was imprisoned. According to the Health Research Board, gambling is a big problem in Ireland. A landmark report was recently published.

Tony O'Reilly is a problem gambler turned counsellor. He is giving talks to schools in the North-West, East and Midlands. Extern received funding from the HSE to deliver talks. Caroline Matthews from Ashbourne Community School wants to remind students that they can get help. If you are affected by any of the issues raised in this article, please ask for a list of support services. for the schools. For more information on the support available, see the link below. The talk is available to the end of this academic year.