Integrated Primary Mental Health & Addiction Services Team

Melissa joined us in October 2023.  As a Health Improvement Practitioner she is works with our primary health team to support you in your health and wellbeing.  Melissa has a strong background in social work and teaching.  Appointments with Melissa are free and you can self refer, even if you just want to have a bit of a chat. Same day bookings available.

Melissa has the knowledge and skills to help you with things like:

Anxiety, depression or feeling down
Family and relationship challenges
Coping with physical health conditions
Drug or alcohol problems
Feeling stuck in life Stress
Sleep Grief

What to expect:
A brief session/korero of up to 30 minutes

Together you will come up with a practical plan and strategies to help get you moving in the right direction

Links with other health support services if needed

In-person, phone or video consults

Free and confidential

Kirsty joined our team as a Health Coach in May 2026.  Kirsty is available to support you to gain knowledge, skills and confidence to become informed and active in your health.   Some of the areas she can offer guidance and support are:

*  Lifestyle skills and planning
*  Healthy eating and exercise
*  Communicating with your doctor, nurse, or health professionals
*  Learning about health conditions such as diabetes and high blood pressure
*  Connections to further support such as smoking cessation and community support

What to expect:
A brief session/korero of up to 30 minutes

Together you will come up with a practical plan and strategies to help get you moving in the right direction

Links with other health support services if needed

In-person, phone or video consults

Free and confidential - no referral needed.