This is not an emergency service. For urgent medical danger call 111. For immediate 24/7 mental health support, call or text 1737.
Description
Ages
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi
How do I access this service?
Website / App
Visit our website Gumboot Friday to choose a counsellor and book an appointment
Fees and Charges Categorisation
Free
Programmes
Gumboot Friday provides free counselling for young people aged 5–25 experiencing mild to moderate distress. Young people can choose a qualified practitioner and book directly on the Gumboot Friday platform. Sessions are available online or in person, depending on the counsellor.
Gumboot Friday provides free counselling for young people aged 5–25 experiencing mild to moderate distress. Young people can choose a qualified practitioner and book directly on the Gumboot Friday platform. Sessions are available online or in person, depending on the counsellor.
- Programme Areas
Mental health
- Programme Type
Counselling and support
- Regions
All of New Zealand
- Age Groups
Child / Tamariki, Youth / Rangatahi
- Referral Types
Self referral
Referral Process
Self-referral, free-to-access, counselling for young people aged 25 years and under. Funding typically starts with an initial allocation of sessions and additional sessions may be requested when needed.
Book a counsellor: https://www.gumbootfriday.org.nz
Description
Gumboot Friday provides free counselling for young people aged 5–25 experiencing mild to moderate distress. Young people can choose a qualified practitioner and book directly on the Gumboot Friday platform. Sessions are available online or in person, depending on the counsellor.
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This page was last updated at 9:22AM on March 4, 2026. This information is reviewed and edited by Gumboot Friday.