- Programme Areas
Helplines / e-mental health,
Alcohol or drug addiction,
Family / whānau support,
Mental health,
Other addictions
- Programme Type
Alcohol or drug counselling and support,
Counselling and support,
e-mental health apps and online tools,
Family / whānau support (addiction),
Family / whānau support (mental health),
Mental health assessment and treatment,
Mental health helpline,
Other addictions counselling and support
- Regions
All of New Zealand
- Age Groups
Youth / Rangatahi,
Adult / Pakeke,
Older adult / Kaumātua
- Referral Types
Self referral
Referral Process
You do not need to be enrolled with Tend and do not need a GP referral. Everyone over 16 years nationwide can use this free service.
You just need a phone, with wi-fi connection. Make sure you take the video-call in a safe quiet space.
How to book:
PLEASE NOTE: This service is not suitable for emergencies, medications or complex mental health needs.
Description
Life can feel overwhelming sometimes. Whether you're dealing with stress from work or school, navigating family challenges, going through a breakup, struggling with sleepless nights, or just feeling lonely.
When everything piles up at once, it's completely natural to feel like it's too much. That doesn't mean there's anything wrong with you. It just means you're human and you're going through a lot right now.
Reaching out for a little extra support can make all the difference. We're here for you, whenever you need us.
What we can help you with:
- Loneliness & feeling stuck
- Workplace stress and burnout
- Mild anxiety and depression
- Family, breakups or relationship challenges
- Sleep difficulties
- Grief and loss
- Alcohol or drug addictions
- Health and wellbeing
- Resilience building
- Coping with change
What to expect
- A private and confidential 30-minute video-call
- Walk away with practical tools and a simple action plan
- Same-day appointments often available
- Open Monday - Friday from 8am - 8pm
Completely free for anyone aged 16+. No referral, no paperwork, no enrolment required!
Download the free Tend app to get started.
Not suitable for emergencies, medications or complex mental health needs.