External wellbeing services

There are free wellbeing services outside the University that provide useful support and advice.

Services include in-person appointments, free websites and online services, free call and text helplines from trained and registered helpers. Find out which of the following is best for you.

1737

Free call or text 1737 to speak with a trained counsellor at the national in-person service. You can access this service for yourself and when you are supporting others. This helpline operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Safe to Talk

Safe to Talk is a free service that provides advice, support and confidential information to people who have been affected by sexual harm. Safe to Talk can connect you with further support in your community, and you can use this service anonymously. Call 0800 044 334 or text 4334 for 24/7 access to trained professionals.

Just a Thought

Just a Thought is an online tool that teaches you how to manage thoughts and feelings to help you to feel better. There are lessons, plans and resources available as well as a progress-tracking tool. You can access this service at time anywhere on a computer, phone, or other device.

Depression.org

Depression.org provides information, online tools, stories of lived experience and self-help resources for people experiencing anxiety and depression. You can access this service online 24/7 for yourself or others.

The Lowdown

The Lowdown is a website that helps young New Zealanders recognise depression and anxiety as well as build resilience and healthy mental wellbeing. There is information on where to get help, as well as online tools, resources, and stories of lived experience.