Hauora | Wellbeing
At Greymouth High School, we believe that your emotional and mental well-being is just as important as your physical health. We have a range of support available at school to help you look after your wellbeing, whether you’re needing a bit of guidance, someone to talk to, or strategies to manage stress.
We also encourage you to talk to a trusted adult who could be your Mentor Teacher or any other member of staff.
Guidance Coaching and Counselling Team
Nau mai, haere mai. Our team of guidance coaches are here to support students’ mental health and emotional wellbeing, with confidential support. Whether you’re navigating stress, relationships, grief, life transitions, or just need someone to talk to, we’re here to support you.
Please email us at guidance@greyhigh.school.nz to request an appointment with one of the team, or alternatively, you can ask one of your teachers to contact us.
Merv Ellis
Guidance Counsellor
Bryney Blair-Price
Guidance Coach
Holly McHugh
Guidance Coach
You don't have to face things alone.
Reaching out is a sign of strength, and support is always available
Local and National Support Resources
If you or someone you know needs support outside of school hours, these free and confidential services are available 24/7.
1737 Need to Talk?
Call or text: 1737
Free support from a trained counsellor, any time of the day or night.
Lifeline
Phone: 0800 543 354
Free text: 4357 (HELP)
Confidential emotional and mental wellbeing support.
The Lowdown
Free text: 5626
A resource created with rangatahi, for rangatahi, to support hauora and wellbeing.
Depression Helpline
Phone: 0800 111 757
Free text: 4202
Talk with a trained counsellor for support and guidance.
Samaritans
Phone: 0800 726 666
Non-judgmental, confidential support for people feeling lonely or distressed.
OUTLine NZ
Phone: 0800 688 5463
Free and confidential support for the rainbow community, friends, whānau, and those questioning.