Wellbeing Support
Our Wellbeing Support Team offers a friendly, confidential place to talk about anything that’s concerning you.
We can connect you with free counselling, provide referrals to community and government agencies, and support you with stress, anxiety, pastoral care, budgeting, culture shock, and more.
You’ll find us in the Library Learning Centre, online, and visiting classes throughout the year whenever you need us.
The Wellbeing Support Team works collaboratively with domestic, international and online students to ensure you have a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, need someone to talk to, or want to stay healthy and balanced, we’re only a conversation away.
📞 03 539 5068
💻 wellbeing@nmit.ac.nz
📱 Chat with us today – we're here to help!
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Hayley Pouanga Kaimahi Toko i te ora | Social worker
Kia ora koutou, I am Hayley, a Social Worker at NMIT. My role is to provide support and advocacy to ākonga who may be facing challenges or experiencing difficulties. I work closely with students to ensure they have the necessary resources and support to thrive in their studies and personal lives.
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Saskia Walsh Kaihāpai Rangatahi | Youth Worker
Kia ora. I am lucky to work along our young people at NMIT as the Kaihāpai Rangatahi (Youth Worker). My focus is on supporting our rangatahi with anything "wellness".
You matter. If you need support, reach out today.
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1737(external link)Call or text 1737 for a friendly chat. |
Lifeline(external link)Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357. |
Anxiety NZ(external link)Call 0800 269 438 for anxiety support. |
Need support? We’ve got you.
Mental health and counselling
Feeling stressed, anxious, or struggling with something? Access free, confidential counselling whenever you need support.
Peer and pastoral support
Sometimes talking to someone who understands can make all the difference. Connect with student mentors and the pastoral care team for one‑to‑one or group support, in person or by text, phone, email, or MS Teams.
Health services
Stay on top of your health, access services, and book appointments easily.
Personal support and planning
We’re here to help you move forward with confidence:
✅ Scholarship applications | Find and apply for funding opportunities
✅ Budgeting and financial support | Manage your money with confidence
✅ Career & study guidance | Plan your pathway to future work or further study
✅ Scholarship applications | Find and apply for funding opportunities
We are here to support you in being successful in your studies and having a great student experience. Our Wellbeing Support Team offers a friendly, confidential ear around anything that concerns you.
We can help you with access to FREE counselling to help you work through difficulties you may be facing and offer referrals to community and government agencies. You will find the Wellbeing Support Team in the Library Learning Centre, online and available in classes to connect with when you need.
We can support students to
Engage in counselling through several free options
Support referrals for external providers (Vitae, OCP)
Manage stress, anxiousness, or worries
Address pastoral care, mental health, and wellbeing needs
Manage budgets and finance
Handle culture shock and homesickness
We talk with students online and on the Nelson, Richmond, Marlborough and Woodbourne campuses. We support students in one-to-one or group sessions in person, by text, phone, email or MS Teams.
We’ll attend orientation events and visit classrooms to discuss and share wellbeing strategies.
As required, we refer students to: Māori Support, Accessibility Support, Learning Support, and SANITI
