Mental Health Resources

Comprehensive support, crisis assistance, and educational materials for mental wellbeing in New Zealand

Crisis Support (24/7)

If you or someone you know is in immediate danger, call emergency services or use these crisis support lines.

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Emergency Services

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Need to Talk? Free 24/7 mental health support

Call or Text

0800 543 354

Lifeline Aotearoa - 24/7 crisis support

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0508 828 865

Suicide Crisis Helpline - Free 24/7

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Professional Support

Connect with qualified mental health professionals and services across New Zealand.

Find a GP

Locate general practitioners and primary healthcare services in your area.

Healthpoint Directory

Mental Health Services

Access District Health Board mental health and addiction services.

Ministry of Health

Counselling Services

Find registered counsellors and psychotherapists.

NZAC Directory

Clinical Psychologists

Connect with registered clinical psychologists.

NZPPC Directory

Educational Resources

Learn about mental health conditions, treatment options, and self-care strategies.

Mental Health Foundation

Evidence-based information about mental health and wellbeing.

Visit Website

Wellbeing Resources

Tools and strategies for maintaining good mental health.

All Right? Campaign

Self-Help Tools

Downloadable resources for anxiety, depression, and stress management.

Just a Thought

Mental Health Apps

Recommended mobile apps for mental health and wellbeing.

Approved Apps

Support Communities

Connect with others who understand your experiences and join supportive communities.

Depression Support

Online forums and local support groups for depression.

Depression.org.nz

Anxiety Support

Resources and communities for anxiety disorders.

Anxiety NZ

Family Support

Resources for families and whānau affected by mental illness.

Family Support

Youth Support

Mental health resources specifically for young people.

Youthline

Youth Mental Health

Specialized resources and support services for children, teenagers, and young adults.

Youthline

Free 24/7 support for young people. Call, text, or chat online.

0800 376 633

The Lowdown

Mental health information and support for young people in NZ.

Visit Website

School Support

Mental health resources for students and educational settings.

Ministry of Education

Sparx Game

Free online tool for young people with mild to moderate depression.

Play Sparx

Research Platform

This mental health resource platform is developed as part of ongoing research under NZQRI supervision, committed to advancing mental health support through evidence-based innovation.

Research Supervision

Dr Ahmed Al-sa'di, PhD

Assistant Professor & Senior Research Advisor

Te Pūkenga (Whitireia and WelTec)

Design & Innovation Lead, NZQRI

Expertise: HCI, AI in Healthcare, Mental Health Technology

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Organization

NZQRI

New Zealand Quality Research and Innovation

Mission: Revolutionizing products, services, health events, and educational experiences through cutting-edge technology including artificial intelligence and data analytics.

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