Youth and Teens Crisis Support NZ

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NZ Crisis Support Directory

Youth & Teens Crisis Support (Aotearoa New Zealand)

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, unsafe, or like you might hurt yourself — you deserve support. You can choose a small step first (text, call, or local help).

🧡 Youth-friendly support 💬 Text / chat options 📍 Find local crisis teams ✅ Small steps allowed
Content notice: This page discusses mental health crisis support and may feel heavy. If you are in immediate danger, call 111 now. If you can, reach out to a trusted adult, friend, teacher, or whānau member.

Start here (right now)

If you’re not sure what to do: pick one option that feels easiest (text, call, or local help). You don’t have to explain everything perfectly.

Youth-friendly helplines (NZ)

📞 1737 (call or text)

Free, 24/7 support — talk to a trained counsellor anytime.

🧡 Youthline

Call: 0800 376 633 • Text: 234

🌟 What’s Up (ages 5–18)

Call: 0800 942 8787 (0800 WHATSUP)

📱 The Lowdown

Text: 5626 (support for depression/anxiety)

Find support in my area (NZ crisis teams)

Choose your region (call your local crisis team)

If you need urgent mental health support, you can call your local Mental Health Crisis Assessment Team. (If you’re unsure, choose the closest main centre.)

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