Clinical psychologist Dr Sarb Johal with host James Nokise. Photo: RNZ
Where to get help:
Covid-19 Mental health and wellbeing resources
Need to Talk? Free call or text 1737 any time to speak to a trained counsellor, for any reason.
It’s Not OK – 0800 456 450
Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or text HELP to 4357
Suicide Crisis Helpline: 0508 828 865 / 0508 TAUTOKO (24/7). This is a service for people who may be thinking about suicide, or those who are concerned about family or friends.
Safe to Talk - Sexual Harm Helpline 0800 044 344
Depression.org.nz: 0800 111 757 (24/7)
Samaritans.org.nz: 0800 726 666 (24/7)
Youthline: 0800 376 633 (24/7) or free text 234 (8am-12am), or email talk@youthline.co.nz
What's Up (7pm-10pm) or 0800 WHATSUP / 0800 9428 787 children's helpline (1pm-10pm weekdays, 3pm-10pm weekends)
Kidsline (ages 5-18): 0800 543 754 (24/7)
Rural Support Trust Helpline: 0800 787 254
Healthline: 0800 611 116
Rainbow Youth: (09) 376 4155
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111.
Available from Apple podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Radio Public and RNZ’s podcast page, and also on-air after 9.30pm Mondays on RNZ National.
