Free counselling support
We offer counselling for children, young people, family/whānau and parents/caregivers who need support dealing with difficult life situations.
We offer support that is non-judgmental, caring and confidential.
When we are working with children, parents, caregivers and family/whānau members are included in the counselling process, if appropriate.
Self-referral is welcome.
Counselling is the process of helping and supporting a person to resolve personal, social, or psychological challenges and difficulties. Our counsellors provide caring, confidential, and non-judgmental counselling for children, young people, parents, caregivers, and whānau facing challenging life situations. We have an inclusive approach, creating a safe space for support and healing. Self-referrals are welcome – reach out when you're ready.
Due to the high need in our community, as of August 2025, we currently have a waitlist of 5-6 months for counselling. Once you engage with a counsellor, we urge you to attend your agreed appointments wherever possible as we have many others on the waitlist. That way we can provide support as many children and families as possible.
Our services are FREE to whānau who care for children 18 years and under.
Counselling in Schools
Our counsellors and social workers work provide counselling and other services in the following schools in the Whangārei, Kaipara and Mid-North Districts:
Kaipara
Dargaville Intermediate School
Selwyn Park School
Te Kopuru School
Ruawai College
Mid North
Kaeo School
Kawakawa Primary School
Moerewa Area School
Matauri Bay School
Pakaraka School
Whangārei
Hikurangi School
Manaia View School
Mangakahia Area School
Pakotai School
Portland School
Raurimu Avenue School
Te Kapehu Whetu
Te Kura o Otangarei
Tikipunga Primary School
Whau Valley School
Purua School
We also deliver Seasons for Growth (grief and loss programme) and other group programmes for children in schools. Let us know if you would like more information.
Seasons for Growth Adult Programmes
Understanding Change, Loss and Grief Adult Seminar (3 hours)
An interactive seminar for adults seeking to deepen their general understanding of the nature and impact of change loss and grief on their wellbeing.
Exploring the Seasons of Grief small group Adult Programme (2.5 hours over 4 weeks)
Provides a small group environment for adults to learn and share in more depth about the personal impacts of change, loss and grief on their wellbeing, and develops skills in communication, decision-making and problem-solving.
Please let us know if you are interested in the Seasons for Growth adult programme as we run it on a "needs" basis when we have enough numbers.
