Services-Helplines-Suicide

Helplines

Helplines are there to help if you want to talk (kōrero) with someone about what is going on and how it is making you feel.

You can openly and honestly share your feelings without worrying about being  judged.


Youthline

It’s normal to worry about asking for help – but at Youthline we are here to listen and help you figure out what is right for you. 

0800 376 633 24/7 support

free text 234 between 8am and midnight

or email talk@youthline.co.nz

Online Chat

Youthline’s online chat service is open between 7pm-11pm

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What’s Up

A safe place for you to talk about anything at all.

0800 942 8787 (for 5–18 year olds). Phone counselling is available Monday to Friday, midday–11pm and weekends, 3pm–11pm.

Online chat is available 7pm–10pm daily Click HERE 

They do say “Because a lot of young people use online chat, there is often a wait time before a counsellor is available. So if you need to speak to someone straight away, phone What’s Up and speak to a counsellor in person”

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Kidsline

At Kidsline we think everyone needs to be heard, and we want to be here to talk things through with you, and listen to what’s happening to you. So give us a call, and talk to one of our Buddies!

0800 54 37 54 (0800 kidsline) for young people up to 18 years of age.

Kidsline is available 24/7 however if you ring between 4pm-9pm Monday – Friday you will speak to a Kidsline Buddy – a specially trained teenage telephone counsellor.

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To get the lowdown on Helplines and what happens when you call, whether you are really anonymous and and heaps more info, check out the Sticks ‘n Stones website.