At Living Well Counselling Centre we have been privileged to help many in our community find healing and restoration in their lives.
Previously operating as the Christian Counselling Centre, we have built up an impeccable reputation in the Horowhenua for excellence in all service areas. Our name reflects our intention to continue to provide an excellent service to the whole community.
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Services Offered
We provide the following kinds of counselling: -Couples -Relationships -Parenting -Youth -Family -Children -Individual
Some of the issues we can help with are: -Depression (including suicidal thoughts or behaviour) -Anxiety -Trauma -Affairs -Separation -Youth and other life stages -Grief -Life changes, such as moving, adoption, natural disasters, empty nest, job loss -Anger -Addictions -Violence prevention
Fees and Payment
We do not have a fixed fee. All we ask is a donation or Koha. Your donations ensure we are able to continue to provide this valuable service to you and others in our community.
Guide: Unemployed $30 per session Employed on average wage $65 per session
Some people are able to access payment assistance through WINZ or the PHO.
As a not for profit community service we are committed to making sure that everyone has access to our services so if cost is an issue then please talk to us.
Services Offered To: Adults Couples Teens Children
Payment: Sliding Scale 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.