Mental Health Services | Waitematā

Public Service, Psychiatry, Mental Health

Description

We provide a range of services for children and adults with moderate to severe mental illness or psychological distress. Services are provided by a variety of trained professionals including psychiatrists, nurses, psychologists, occupational therapists, social workers. More

Referral Expectations

You may be referred by your GP if your symptoms are severe and you are having difficulties functioning in your everyday life. Sometimes there may be a waiting period before you are offered an appointment. If your problem is very urgent, you will be seen the same day you are referred.

Other

Accessing information about mental illnesses

* Mental Health Foundation of NZ
Information about the types of mental illnesses and disorders. Visit them here http://www.mentalhealth.org.nz/get-help/a-z/

* Depression
http://www.depression.org.nz/

* Ministry of Health
http://www.health.govt.nz/your-health/conditions-and-treatments/mental-health

Medication

* Choice & Medication
Information on medication used in mental health and addictions – refer to http://www.choiceandmedication.org/waitemata/