National Mental Health Helplines

Lifeline – 0800 543 354 (0800 LIFELINE) or free text 4357 (HELP) 
Here to listen and help.

Samaritans - Free call 0800 726 666 for support for anyone who is lonely or in distress (24/7).

Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor.

Depression Helpline – 0800 111 757 or free text 4202
To talk to a trained counsellor about how you are feeling or to ask any questions.

Anxiety NZ – 0800 269 4389 (0800 ANXIETY)
For people with all forms of anxiety and families and friends

Healthline – 0800 611 116
Health advice and information from healthcare professionals

Suicide Crisis Helpline – 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO)
If you, or someone you know, may be thinking about suicide, call for support from a trained counsellor.

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