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Urgent help
I need urgent help.
Self-harm risk
I may hurt myself.
Call emergency services
Can you help me call emergency services?
Mental-health support
I need mental-health support.
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New Zealand
Mental-health support in New Zealand
Free mental-health and emotional-support options for people in New Zealand.
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If there is immediate danger
If there is immediate danger, call 111.
Thrive & Rise is not an emergency service. This page is here to help you find trusted support quickly.
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Quick answer for New Zealand
If you are looking for mental-health support in New Zealand, start with the emergency guidance if anyone may be in immediate danger. For non-emergency emotional or crisis support, this page lists support options such as 1737 and keeps source links visible so details can be checked.
Emergency number: 111
First support route: Call or text 1737
Use the source links before sharing, because support details can change.
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These phrases are a simple translation aid, not a professional medical translation. If there is immediate danger, use the emergency number on this page.
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1737
Free confidential support from trained counsellors and peer support workers.
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Mental-health support in New Zealand
What emergency number should I use in New Zealand? +
If there is immediate danger, call 111.
Where can I find mental-health support in New Zealand? +
For non-emergency support in New Zealand, start with the support options listed on this page. A first route to try is 1737: Call or text 1737.
Is Thrive & Rise an emergency service in New Zealand? +
No. Thrive & Rise is a signposting platform, not an emergency service, crisis line, medical provider or replacement for professional care. If someone may be in immediate danger, use the emergency number for New Zealand first.
What if I do not understand English? +
Use your browser translate option, show the language-support phrases on this page to someone nearby, or ask a trusted person to help you contact local support. The translated phrases are a simple aid, not professional medical translation.