Helplines & support
Helpline services are available right now in New Zealand that offer support, information and help for you and your parents, family, whānau and friends. For peer support and local, face-to-face groups and organisations, see our community support groups page.
Sexual violence
Safe To Talk
Safe To Talk – 0800 044 334 or text 4334
Sexual harm helpline. 24/7
National Rape & Sexual Abuse Crisis Line
National Rape & Sexual Abuse Crisis Line – 0800 883 300
Support after rape or sexual assault. 24/7
24/7 HELPline
24/7 HELPline – 0800 623 1700 or txt 8236
Support for sexual abuse survivors. 24/7
Addictions
Alcohol and Drug Helpline
Alcohol and Drug Helpline – 0800 787 797 or online chat.
For people dealing with alcohol or other drug problems. Māori, Pasifika and youth lines available. 24/7
Gambling Helpline
Gambling Helpline – 0800 654 655
For help if you are gambling or are concerned about someone else’s gambling. Māori, Pasifika and youth lines available. 24/7
Quit Line
Quit Line – 0800 778 778
Smoking cessation help, 24/7
Online harm
Netsafe
Netsafe – 0508 638 723
Support for online safety, including harassment or bullying, scams and fraud, and harmful digital content, weekdays 8am – 8pm, weekends and public holidays 9am – 5pm
Apps and online platforms
Just a thought
Just a thought – Free online therapy courses and resources to support with anxiety, depression, stress, sleep and other mental health challenges.
The Lowdown
The Lowdown – A space for rangatahi / young people to find support for your hauora, identity, culture and mental health
Aunty Dee
Aunty Dee – A free tool for anyone who needs help working through problems.
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