Immediate Assistance

If you need immediate assistance because someone is in physical danger phone 111 or go to the local ED for an immediate response.

If you are experiencing a mental health crisis or have concerns about personal safety (for example: struggling with self-harm, feeling suicidal, or being in a physical space that is not safe) call your GP or Greater Wellington Mental Health and Addiction Service on 0800 745 477.

Talk to Someone Now

If you need to talk to someone right now, you can call or text 1737 to speak with a trained counsellor.

Alternatively, call one of the other free helplines available 24/7:

• Lifeline / 0800 543 354 / Free text 4357 (HELP)

• Women's Refuge & Te Whare Rokiroki / 0800 733 843 (0800 REFUGE)

• Youthline / 0800 376 633 / Free text 234

• OutLine Aotearoa / 0800 688 5463 (OUTLINE)

• Alcohol and Drug Helpline / 0800 787 797

• Depression Helpline / 0800 111 757 / Free text 4202

• Anxiety Helpline/ 0800 2694389 (0800 ANXIETY) (24/7)

• Sexual Abuse Help Wellington/ 0800 367 4357 (0800 FOR HELP) / Press 0 at the menu

• Outline NZ (LGBTQIA+)/ 0800 688 5463 (0800 OUTLINE) - 6pm - 9pm