Ireland
EU GDPR Compliant

Measurement-Based Care Platform for Irish Mental Health & Counselling Practices

Fully compliant with EU GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018. Aligned with HSE Sharing the Vision and Irish clinical practice standards. 103+ validated assessments including PHQ-9 and GAD-7. EUR pricing. Trusted by IACP, PSI, and IAHIP members across Ireland.

EU GDPR & DPA 2018 Compliant
EU Data Residency
Pricing in EUR
IST Support Hours
103+
validated assessments
GDPR
Article 9 health data
PHQ-9
HSE recommended screen
EUR
transparent pricing

Built for Irish Mental Health Services

Designed around EU GDPR, HSE guidelines, and the clinical tools Irish practitioners already use, IACP, PSI, and IAHIP members included.

EU GDPR & Data Protection Act 2018

Fully compliant with EU GDPR and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018. Mental health data is processed as Article 9 special category data with lawful basis under Article 9(2)(h), provision of health care. Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) available. Supervised by the Data Protection Commission (DPC).

PHQ-9, GAD-7 & HSE-Aligned Tools

PHQ-9 and GAD-7 are the standard evidence-based screening tools used across Irish community mental health teams, primary care, and private practice. HiBoop handles session-by-session PHQ-9/GAD-7 administration, scoring, and trend tracking alongside 100+ additional instruments.

EU Data Residency

All patient data stored in EU cloud infrastructure. No transfers outside the EU without adequate safeguards. Meets DPC guidance on special category health data storage. Appropriate for HSE-funded and private practices operating under Irish GDPR obligations.

Sharing the Vision Aligned

Outcome measurement workflows aligned with HSE Sharing the Vision 2020-2030, Ireland's national mental health policy. Supports the accountability and outcomes domain with validated, session-level measurement for CMHT and primary care settings.

EUR Pricing — No Conversion Costs

All subscriptions invoiced in euros. VAT-compliant. Works for sole traders, limited companies, and charities operating in the Republic of Ireland. Compatible with HSE-funded service contracts and private practice billing.

CORU & Professional Body Ready

Supports statutory and voluntary registration requirements. As CORU begins statutory psychologist registration in 2026, outcome measurement records support professional conduct obligations. Recognised by IACP, PSI, ICP, and IAHIP members.

Research data

Mental health in Ireland

Epidemiological data from national surveys, ministries of health, and peer-reviewed clinical research.

Women aged 15–24 with probable mental health problems (%)

+71% increase 2016 → 2023

+71% increase in probable mental health problems among young women between 2016 and 2023.

42.5%
of Irish adults met criteria for at least one mental health disorder
Hyland et al., Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences, 2022
44%
struggled to access mental health care, highest rate in the EU
Eurobarometer / Ipsos, Oct 2023 (via RTÉ News)
€8.2B
annual economic cost of mental ill-health (~3% of GDP)
OECD, 2018 (cited by Dept of Health)
500
deaths by suicide in Ireland in 2022 (~9.7 per 100,000)
Central Statistics Office (CSO), Suicide Statistics 2022

Serving Mental Health Practitioners Across Ireland

HiBoop supports private practices, community mental health teams, and HSE-funded services across all counties of the Republic of Ireland.

Dublin & Leinster

CHO 6, 7, 8, 9

Cork & Munster

CHO 4 & 5

Galway & West

CHO 1, 2, 3

Midlands & Midleast

CHO 7 & 5

All Other Counties

All 26 counties of the Republic, including telehealth-first services and online counselling platforms regulated under IACP/IAHIP codes

Why Ireland clinics choose HiBoop

GDPR-Compliant, Outcome-Focused

  • EU GDPR Article 9 special category health data, Data Processing Agreement included
  • PHQ-9 + GAD-7 built-in, standard tools for Irish CMHTs and primary care
  • Aligns with HSE Sharing the Vision 2020-2030 accountability and outcomes domain
  • EUR pricing, no USD/GBP conversion on your invoice
  • Data stays in the EU, meets DPC guidance on health data storage

EUR pricing & support

Transparent pricing in EUR with flexible payment options for clinics of every size.

Sole Practitioners
1–5 clinicians
€180–450
EUR/month
Group Practices
6–20 clinicians
€450–1,600
EUR/month
CMHT / Organisations
20+ clinicians / multi-site
Custom
Enterprise pricing

50+ validated assessments for Ireland clinics

Every tool is validated against Ireland's clinical practice guidelines.

Primary Screens (HSE / CMHT Standard)

  • • PHQ-9 (Depression)
  • • GAD-7 (Anxiety)
  • • PHQ-2 (Ultra-brief screen)
  • • SWEMWBS (Wellbeing)

Trauma & PTSD

  • • PCL-5 (PTSD)
  • • IES-R (Impact of Event)
  • • ACE (Adverse Childhood Experiences)
  • • C-SSRS (Suicide Risk)

Child & Adolescent

  • • SCARED (Anxiety)
  • • SDQ (Strengths & Difficulties)
  • • PHQ-A (Adolescent Depression)
  • • CRAFFT (Substance Use)

Specialist & Comorbidity

  • • AUDIT (Alcohol Use)
  • • MDQ (Bipolar)
  • • WHODAS 2.0 (Functioning)
  • • WSAS (Work & Social Adjustment)
Funding Guide

Grants & funding for Ireland mental health clinics

Federal and provincial funding programs that support measurement-based care implementation.

HSE / Department of Health

Sharing the Vision — Digital Mental Health Implementation

Tech eligible

HSE Sharing the Vision 2020-2030 implementation funds include digital health and outcome measurement as a priority area. Community mental health teams and primary care practices using validated outcome tools can apply for technology adoption support through their CHO (Community Healthcare Organisation).

Varies by serviceLearn more
Mental Health Ireland

Mental Health Ireland — Innovation Grants

Tech eligible

Mental Health Ireland funds community mental health initiatives including technology-enabled outcome measurement for voluntary and community sector organisations. Grants support digital wellbeing and service improvement programmes aligned with national mental health policy.

Varies by roundLearn more
Pobal (Dept of Rural & Community Development)

Pobal — Community & Voluntary Sector Digital

Tech eligible

Pobal administers government funding for community-based organisations. Voluntary sector mental health bodies adopting digital outcome tracking and quality improvement tools can access technology adoption grants through various Pobal-managed programmes.

Up to €20KLearn more

Frequently Asked Questions

Is HiBoop compliant with EU GDPR and Irish data protection law?

Yes. HiBoop is fully compliant with EU GDPR and the Irish Data Protection Act 2018. Mental health data is processed as Article 9 special category data under the lawful basis of Article 9(2)(h), provision of health care. A Data Processing Agreement (DPA) is provided as required under GDPR Article 28. All data is stored in EU cloud infrastructure with no transfers outside the EU without adequate safeguards. We support Data Protection Commission (DPC) guidance on special category health data.

Does HiBoop support the PHQ-9 and GAD-7 used in Irish mental health services?

Yes. PHQ-9 and GAD-7 are natively integrated and are the recommended default assessments for Irish practitioners. Both tools are in standard use across Irish community mental health teams (CMHTs), primary care practices, and private therapy settings. HiBoop automates administration, scoring, and longitudinal trend tracking for both instruments alongside SWEMWBS, PCL-5, AUDIT, and 100+ additional validated tools.

What are the pricing options for Irish practitioners?

HiBoop offers flexible EUR pricing with no currency conversion costs. Sole traders and small practices (1–5 clinicians): €180–450/month. Group practices (6–20 clinicians): €450–1,600/month. CMHTs and multi-site organisations: custom pricing. All plans include onboarding, clinical training, and support. VAT-compliant invoicing available for Irish VAT-registered entities.

Is HiBoop suitable for IACP and PSI registered practitioners?

Yes. HiBoop is used by practitioners registered with IACP (Irish Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy), PSI (Psychological Society of Ireland), IAHIP, ICP, and other Irish professional bodies. The platform supports professional conduct obligations around outcome monitoring and evidence-based practice. As CORU begins statutory psychologist registration in 2026, documented outcome measurement records will support professional competence requirements.

Which counties and regions does HiBoop serve in Ireland?

HiBoop supports mental health practitioners across all 26 counties of the Republic of Ireland, from Dublin, Cork, Galway, and Limerick to rural practices in all regions. Telehealth-first and online counselling services regulated under IACP and IAHIP codes are also fully supported. We currently serve the Republic of Ireland; for Northern Ireland enquiries, see our UK page.

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