Troubles discussion to take centre stage at Cork fundraising event 

A FERMANAGH woman who penned a book about her experiences during the Troubles will be the focus of a special event to raise funds for Cork Counselling Services.

Author Mary Lynch’s life changed dramatically after she was forced out of her house at gunpoint by British soldiers. 

She will be speaking about her ordeal at the Cork Counselling Services Fashion Fair at the Oriel House in Ballincollig which takes places on Sunday, October 1 at 2pm.

Ms Lynch is the author behind The Long Road Home which addresses the trauma she suffered resulting from painful memories. 

The motivational speaker admits that even when the ‘Troubles’ came to an end she was left with deep emotional scars that took decades to acknowledge. 

She will be opening up about how counselling helped her return from a dark place to restore a positive outlook again. 

Cork Counselling Services is a charity that has been providing affordable counselling in the community since 1982. 

Depression, relationship breakdown, suicidality, self-harm, conflict and anxiety are just some of the topics dealt with by the organisation on a weekly basis. 

The organisation’s motto is that ordinary people can make an extraordinary difference. It also offers training opportunities for those looking to work in the sector.

Next month’s fundraising event will include a fashion show featuring the work of Irish design company the Naya Collection as well as fashion items from “Passion For Fashion” in Minane Bridge and “Ms Elllie’s” in Kinsale. Refreshments will also be available with a raffle taking place towards the end of the event.

Tickets for the event are €40 and can be purchased via Eventbrite.

Cork Counselling Services is located on Father Mathew Street. To find out more about the centre visit www.corkcounsellingservices.ie. People can also reach out to the organisation via phone on 021-4274951.