Te Ata Pūao

Mental health and addictions support

About Te Ata Pūao

Te Ata Pūao is for people experiencing ‘mild to moderate’ issues with mental health and /or addictions, including rangatahi.

people experiencing ‘mild’ issues may have occasional feelings of sadness, anxiety, or stress, but these symptoms do not affect their daily lives too much
people experiencing ‘moderate’ issues may experience stronger, more persistent symptoms such as anxiety disorders that affect their daily life to a greater extent

Te Ata Pūao has a focus on:

early detection, so that awhi (support) can be provided sooner rather than later
supporting tāngata whaiora to become more resilient and able to cope with life’s challenges

This service expands the reach of other Te Piki Oranga mental health and addictions services, to address whānau needs in a more holistic way, and reduce wait times for support.

Te Ata Pūao is based on kaupapa Māori healthcare that focuses on positive aspirations to achieve hauora (health). It recognises that hauora is important to tikanga Māori and Māori cultural standards.

Download an info-sheet about Te Ata Pūao from this link [PDF]

About Te Ata Pūao kaimahi

Our qualified kaimahi work with tāngata whaiora (people seeking wellness and balance) and their whānau to provide support, treatment and therapy. Our kaimahi are: