We provide support, treatment, and education for anxiety, depression, OCD, phobias, and associated conditions related to anxiety.
*Anxiety NZ cannot offer ADHD assessments or ADHD medication. For psychiatric assessment or medication monitoring ONLY, please contact a service that offers this such as Practice 92, or search for other providers at Healthpages or Healthpoint.
We provide therapy and counselling services for people of all ages, delivered by an experienced mental health clinician including a psychiatrist, psychologist or counsellor. For clients in therapy, a Mental Health GP (MOSS Psychiatry) is also available for additional support.
Therapy for Anxiety:
Our clinicians can support individuals experiencing anxiety or related symptoms. Before beginning therapy or counselling, all clients undergo a screening process with one of our clinicians to ensure we can recommend the most suitable services and resources for your unique needs.
Children & Youth (Ages 6+):
We offer specialized therapy and counselling services for children and young people.
Child Psychologist: Online sessions available via Zoom.
Mental Health Clinician or Registered Psychologist: Available for in-person or online sessions at our St Lukes location in Auckland.
Note: Depending on a person's needs and the resources available at Anxiety NZ, the wait to see a psychologist may be 1–6 weeks.
Click here to learn more about our Child & Youth Counselling Services.
Telehealth / Online Treatment & Support
We offer online therapy and counselling appointments for all ages (6yo and up). Click here for more information about our online services.
The 0800 ANXIETY Helpline is available 24/7, nationwide, and is a completely free resource for anxiety support. Find out more about the Helpline here.
In-Person Treatment & Services
Anxiety NZ offers 1-1, in-person therapy and counselling appointments at our clinic in St Lukes, Auckland.
Peer Support Groups available in Auckland. Click through to find out more and how to join a support group.
Peer Support Groups outside of Auckland. Click here to view available groups throughout New Zealand.
We sincerely ask that you give us at least 48 hours' notice to cancel or change an appointment. Giving notice 24-48 hours before your appointment may incur a half fee. Giving notice less than 24 hours OR not attending the appointment will cost the full appointment fee.*
*Fees for late notice / missed appointments are at our discretion. We understand that sometimes extreme circumstances may prevent you from making it to your appointment, so please contact us as soon as possible so that we can work with you.
We will text you a reminder one week in advance and another reminder two days before your appointment. To opt out of text reminders, please let reception know and we can email you an appointment reminder instead.
If you need any more information, please do not hesitate in calling us at 09 846 9776 - we are always happy to help as much as we can!
We offer a variety of free support such as:
Education and resources online that cover a wide variety of topics to support mental wellbeing
Monthly newsletter full of tips, resources, and more (get on the mailing list here)
To enquire about making an appointment, please call us at 09 846 9776 or email reception@anxiety.org.nz
You may do a self-referral, or your healthcare provider can refer you. Click through to learn more about referrals.
Have questions about how therapy / counselling works at Anxiety NZ? Check out the FAQs here.
Some of our services are free of charge, while others have a fee as they do not have direct government funding. Please click through to check out the treatment fees and funding options.
A guide to Anxiety NZ Trust's services and support.
Helpful links to get you connected.
Empowered is a free, self-paced, online course from Anxiety NZ to support your mental wellbeing.
If you are worried about the safety of a loved one, or someone else, you can call the Crisis Team on 0800 800 717 or dial 111 in an emergency.
Important numbers and resources to find advice and support at a time of crisis or distress:
Free call or text 1737 any time for support from a trained counsellor.
Lifeline 0800 543 354 or (09) 522 2999 | Free text 4357 (HELP)
Youthline 0800 376 633
Samaritans 0800 726 666
If you or someone you know is at risk of harm: dial 111 or visit your nearest hospital emergency department.
Call 0800 611 116 for your nearest DHB Mental Health Crisis Team (CATT Team).
Do you need support? Yellow Brick Road is a national organisation that provides support for whānau who have a loved one experiencing mental health challenges.
For more information about helping family / whānau visit mentalhealth.org.nz
