Safety resources if you need help now.
Please note that I am not a crisis counsellor and cannot provide immediate assistance if you or your child is in crisis. For urgent support, please contact one of the agencies below, who are equipped to help right away. Here are some options.
For emergencies, dial 111
- Whatsup for kids and teens 11 am-11 pm
Chat online https://whatsup.co.nz/
Free call 08009428787 - Youthline for teens and young adults 24/7
Free text 234
Free call 0800376633
Webchat https://youthline.co.nz/web-chat-counselling/ - Need to Talk 24/7
Free call or text 1737 - Lifeline 24/7
Text 4357
Free call 0800543354 - Anxiety Helpline 24/7
Free call 08002694389
https://anxiety.org.nz/helpline-original - Sexual abuse – Help 24/7
Text 8236
Free call 08006231700 - Domestic violence – Shine 24/7
Free call 0508744633
Webchat https://helpline.homecaremedical.co.nz/Shine/
For emergencies, dial 111
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