Description of the Service
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Wairua Tangata is a individual, whanau and group counselling service that provides positive outcomes for individuals presenting with mild to moderate anxiety or depression.
Entry Criteria
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People can be referred through two main GP services Hauora Heretaunga and Totara Health. Simply approach your nurse or doctor to enquire about the Wairua Tangata services.
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People can also be referrer through community group or even as a self referral.
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Those presenting with mild to moderate signs and symptoms of depression or anxiety are eligible to access the Waura Tangata service.
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Although there is no age restriction, the service is better suited to rangatahi age and older.
What you can expect
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Eligibile clients will receive a package of care of up to 6 counselling sessions with a qualified and experienced counsellor.
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They will asist clients in their pathway to wellness. Sessions will be held in any venue that is condusive to healing.
Venue and Hours
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The Wairua Tangata service is based at 7 Baffin Place in Flaxmere. However, where counselling sessions take place is generally decide by mutual agreement between the counsellor and client.
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The general hours of operation for Wairua Tangata are Monday to Friday 9am - 5pm. However, special arrangements can be made to meet outside of these hours, should the need arise.
