The figures were released in response to a parliamentary question.
New figures show 262 people in the midlands were waiting to see a psychologist in August of this year.
They include 19 patients waiting more than 39 weeks for treatment in Laois and Offaly.
The new information, released by the HSE in response to a parliamentary question, reveals 55 of the 114 assistant psychologist posts promised by the government in 2017 are currently filled.
Midlands Region Joins UNESCO Learning Network
Laois, Offaly, Westmeath and Longford are joining UNESCO's Global Network of Learning Cities.
€5.5m Awarded To Regenerative Projects Across Midlands
17 new tourism projects are being funded under Fáilte Ireland’s Regenerative Tourism and Placemaking Scheme.
Community Support For Midlands Pharmacy Owner After Arson Attack
McQuaid's pharmacy in Oldcastle was set alight on Thursday morning.
Westmeath Psychotherapist Advises Caution On Naughty Or Nice List
Psychologist at Athlone Care Clinic Siobhan Leijen advises children can take it to heart
Progress On Funding Application For Offaly Domestic Violence Refuge
The funding application for the refuge in Tullamore has passed its first stage.
Midlands Community Shocked After Arson Attack
An inquiry is underway into the arson attack into McQuaid's Pharmacy in Oldcastle.
Road Deaths Surge As Campaigner Says Ireland Is Failing To Act
183 have died in on the roads this year.
Farmers Protest Mercosur Deal As Signing Is Delayed
Over 7,000 farmers were in Brussels to protest the move.
Teen Arrested In Westmeath Over €62k Cocaine Seizure
Gardai carried out the seizure in Athlone on Wednesday.
Uisce Eireann Submits Planning Permission For Midlands Water Supply Project
Construction will start in 2028 once approved by An Comisiúin Pleanála.
GOAL Mile Returns To The Midlands For 2025
€750,000 was raised for GOAL’s programmes last year.
High Court Warns Crackdown on Court Disruptions
It follows Enoch Burke and his families persistent courtroom disruptions.
New Programme For Laois And Offaly TY Students In Digital Arts
The New Programme features Filmmaking, Podcasting and Virtual Reality.
Man Jailed Over Westmeath Defilement Case
The 23 year old man pleaded guilty to defilement of a child.
Coillte Opens Applications for 2026 Forestry Scholarship
Laois SETU student, Evan McSpadden is among the current scholars.
European Parliament Backs Initiative On Safe Abortion Access
1.2 million European citizens signed the proposal.
Man Arrested In Laois On Outstanding Warrant Following Public Tip-Off
He has since been charged.
Offaly Choir Bringing Festive Cheer To Church This Weekend
The Sing It! Community Choir will be performing Christmas favourites tomorrow evening.
IDA Improve Number Of Investments In 2025
Investments are up 38% from last year.
Housing Commencements Rise In Midlands
Westmeath has seen the biggest surge compared to this time last year.
