Mental Health Support in Our Region. Help When You Need It
Knowing Where to Turn
When life feels overwhelming, knowing where to turn for support can make a real difference.
In our region, there are a range of counselling and mental health services available — but when someone needs help right now, finding an up‑to‑date list isn’t always easy.
Making Support Easier to Find
That’s why Community Link maintains a central, regularly updated list of local counselling and mental health services on our website.
This resource brings together information on support options across the region, helping people and whānau find the right help at the right time.
The page is updated monthly, so people can feel confident the information is current.
Support That Starts With a Conversation
Alongside this, Community Link also offers direct, one‑to‑one support through our Wellbeing Connection service, delivered by Ana, a registered Occupational Therapist.
Around 80% of the people who come through this service are facing something that has tipped their balance — it could be a stressful situation, a sudden change, or the build‑up of pressures over time.
This might include grief, housing stress, relationship change, financial strain, or the weight of caring for others.
A Safe Space to Reset and Rebuild
Ana offers support that is compassionate, confidential, and tailored to each person’s needs.
It’s not about having all the answers, but about helping people cope, reset, and regain balance.
For many, reaching out is a first, and while it can feel daunting, people often tell us the relief of being listened to is immense.
Having a safe space to talk, rebuild confidence, and explore practical ways forward can be life‑changing.
You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Reaching out for help is not a sign of weakness — it’s a smart and courageous step.
By sharing reliable information and offering supportive connections, we can help ensure people don’t have to navigate tough times alone.
View the full, updated list of counselling and mental health services here:
Counselling and Mental Health Services — Community Networks/LINK Upper Clutha
If you or someone you know needs urgent help, please don’t hesitate to reach out to emergency services or a crisis support line.
Supporting mental wellbeing is a community effort. By staying informed and sharing reliable resources, we can help ensure no one feels alone when they’re seeking support.
IF YOU NEED HELP NOW:
1737 Need to talk, Freecall or text 1737, 24/7, for support from trained counsellors. www.1737.org.nz
Depression: P: 0800 111757 Free text 4202 | www.depression.org.nz
Suicide Crisis Helpline: P: 0508 828 865 | www.lifeline.org.nz
Youthline: P: 0800 376 633 | Free text 234 | www.youthline.co.nz
Family Violence: P: 0800 456 450 | www.areyouok.org.nz
Alcohol Drug Helpline: P: 0800 787 797 / Free text 8681
www.alcoholdrughelp.org.nz
Women’s Refuge: P: 0800 733 843 | www.womensrefuge.org.nz
Sexuality issues: 0800 688 5463 between 6pm & 9pm | www.outline.org.nz
Southern DHB: Crisis Mental Health Service: 0800 467 846
Your Life Live It: Helpline@yourlifeliveit.com | www.yourlifeliveit.com
Alcohol Drug Helpline 0800 787 797