depression helplines
+ depression helpline 0800 111 757
Talk to a trained counsellor who can discuss your situation and find the right support for you. Available 8am to midnight.
+ lifeline freephone 0800 543 354
www.lifeline.org.nz+ the lowdown
A depression website specicially designed for teens, great for approaching the subject with adolescents. Counsellors are available via free Text (5626) or email them in the Chat section.www.thelowdown.co.nz
+ samaritans freephone 0800 726 666
www.samaritans.org.nz+ crisis assessment and treatment teams (CATT)
If you or someone you know has reached “crisis point” – then they need urgent help. There are trained professionals, called CATT teams, who provide emergency psychiatric care for people experiencing a mental health crisis. You can ask your GP about access to Crisis Assessment and Treatment Teams. But for help in emergencies, contact your local Mental Health Services immediately.other helplines
- Gambling Helpline Service 0800 654 655
- Alcohol Drug Association 0800 787 797
- Alcoholics Anonymous 0800 229 6757
- Alcohol Hotline 0800 787 797
- Mensline 0800 636 754
- Samaritans 0800 726 666
(lower North Island) - Outline 0800 802 437
(gay, lesbian, transgender support) - Chinese Lifeline 0800 888 880
depression support groups
Nationwide
+ balance: new zealand bipolar & depression network
The mission of Balance NZ is to provide support, education, advocacy and training to people (tangata whai ora) affected by bipolar disorder or depression in New Zealand. Their site has a list of support groups throughout the country as well as online support groups.+ grow
A mutual help mental health movement that provides support to people with mental health problems. Friendship is the special key to mental health. Groups meet weekly and are open to all. Provides friendly help for people suffering from anxiety, distress, depression or any sort of emotional problems. National Office: PO Box 41 051, St Lukes, Auckland. Phone (09) 846 6869.Auckland
+ franklin-wide group
This confidential supportive group is held at Pukekohe Methodist Church Hall, Lounge Room cnr Wesley & Queen Streets, Pukekohe on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month starting at 7.30 pm. It provides an opportunity to meet with local people who can relate to your experiences, share tips for recovery and help you accept that a mood disorder does not define who you are as an individual. For further information phone (09) 235 7512 or (09) 235 6312. Friends and family are also welcome to attend.+ emotions anonymous
A 12-step organisation similar to Alcoholics Anonymous. They meet weekly for the purpose of working towards recovery from emotional difficulties.+ raeburn house
Support and development programmes for those who experience depression and anxiety, including a "men in change" course. 138 Shakespeare Road, Milford. Phone (09) 441 8989 or visit the website.+ shakti asian womens support group
Culturally appropriate support group for people who experience depression138 Church St, Onehunga, Auckland. 5a Jordan Avenue, Onehunga, Auckland
Phone (09) 636 8512, Fax (09) 636 9654.
+ bo ai she: chinese mental health consumer self-support organisation
Chinese Mental Health Peer Support Organisation. Phone/Fax (09) 625 1668.Central
This region includes Wanganui, Manawatu, Wairarapa, Hawkes Bay, Kapiti Coast and WellingtonThroughBlue
ThroughBlue Support Group for Women with Experience of Depression Two trained facilitators run the group. A $2 fee is appreciated to cover afternoon tea and facilities. Upstairs in the Morgan+Dick rooms at St John's Church, cnr Willis and Dixon Sts, Wellington.Canterbury & West Coast
+ depression support network
A community organisation developed, led and managed by people whose lives have been affected by depression.2nd Floor - Securities House,
221 Gloucester Street P O Box 13167,
Christchruch.
Phone (03) 366 8083, Fax (03) 365 5345.
