For mental health emergencies talk to The Child, Adolescent and Family Emergency Team (CAFEm) Freephone 0800 218 219 (press option 2) or after hours on 0800 920 092

You could also reach out to the following helplines for advice.

What’s Up for children and young people: 0800 942 8787 or chat online at whatsup.co.nz
Youthline: 0800 376 633 or Free text 234
Lifeline: 0800 543 354 or Free text 4357
Safe to talk (sexual harm helpline): 0800 044 334 or Free text on 4334
Need to talk: 1737 Free call or text to chat with a trained counsellor

Click on “contact” and complete the form. I will aim to get back to you within 3 business days.

You can also complete the self-referral form.

A child and family psychologist completes at least 7 years of university study to gain registration to practice. The program places emphasis of considering not only the child, but their wider environment and it’s impact on their development.

We use therapies grounded in evidence and scientific research, and are required to take part in ongoing learning and practice reflection.

At this stage I am not offering these assessments.

We can complete screening tools together and I can refer you to other services for further assessment if this is appropriate.

We will meet in my lovely practice space in Papanui. I will share details after our first appointment is scheduled.