At Real, we want to play a part in supporting all young New Zealanders to feel great about their futures. Our aim is to help them grow their confidence, realise their potential and achieve their dreams.
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Services Offered
Real Wairarapa - Across the Wairarapa region we provide counselling support to young people aged 12-24 years, and their families, who are affected by the use of alcohol and other drugs.
We support young people to build their ability to cope with life challenges and make positive decisions by offering: * Individual counselling sessions * Group sessions through the 'Smashed n' Stoned programme * Referral to a detox facility and residential treatment, if required * Counselling support for whanau and friends who are affected by their loved one's substance use * Comprehensive assessment * Education workshops
We work closely with schools and mental health services to support young people to build confidence, resilience and self-esteem, plus strengthen relationships with their whanau and friends.
Fees and Payment
Our service is free.
This is a registered charity.
Services Offered To: Teens Children
Payment: Pro-bono
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A community counseling agency is a group therapy practice that offers affordable mental health services. Most are independent non-profit agencies, state agencies, or publicly-funded agencies. A few may restrict who is eligible for services, so it is a good idea to check when you call.
Community counseling agencies are generally more affordable than other therapy providers, but how much more affordable they are will depend on whether you qualify for a discount or sliding scale fee (or if they accept your insurance). Many, but not all, have a policy that they won't turn away anyone due to inability to pay. You should ask about their fees when you first call.
Expect to talk to kind people who want to help you find the care you need. Most community agencies strive to connect you with a live person within 24 hours, if not immediately. If you're asked to hold or leave a message, don't give up; just leave a message and wait. You should hear back pretty quickly.
Most agencies try to set up an initial assessment appointment within a week (some do within 24 hours), though the waitlist to start therapy is usually longer—about a few weeks on average. If you're not eligible or if the agency is not right for you, it's usually still worth it to call or drop in, because staff are knowledgeable about local options and can often refer you to one.