Meet Holly – Leading Our Helpline from Christchurch 🧡

From volunteer to Helpline Manager, Holly's journey is all about connection, compassion, and community.  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏  ͏ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­ ­   View in browser  About Donate Hi , We hope you're keeping warm as we head through the winter months. In this newsletter, we're pleased to introduce our new Helpline Manager, Holly, share a brief service update, and let you know how to access winter wellness support. Meet Holly – Our Christchurch-Based Helpline Manager Holly's journey with Anxiety NZ began over a decade ago, as a Helpline volunteer while studying psychology. Now, she's back as our Helpline Manager—leading the team from Ōtautahi Christchurch. "I've always been passionate about the work Anxiety NZ does. I've seen first-hand the difference it makes." What excites her most? The power of early support. "Our specialist Helpline Volunteer Workers are often the first person someone talks to about their anxiety. That first conversation can be incredibly powerful—it's where people feel seen, validated, and start to believe things can get better." Holly says regional presence makes a difference too: "After the Christchurch earthquakes, people needed help urgently. I saw how vital it was to have people who understand the local context—and now our Helpline truly reaches across Aotearoa." She also wants people to know the Helpline isn't just for individuals: "We support whānau too—people calling about someone they care about. We help them find tools and local services to support their loved one." The Helpline also nurtures future mental health professionals. Many volunteers move into psychology, social work, and clinical roles—some even become our Duty Managers or Clinical Backups, supporting the next generation. And when she's not supporting others? "My self-care go-to is simple: a cup of tea, a good book, and my cat Panic curled up on my lap." Read the full interview here.  📞 Need support? Call the free, 24/7, national 0800 ANXIETY (0800 269 4389) helpline. National Volunteer Week 15 – 21 June: Honouring Our Volunteers Anxiety NZ recognises the incredible contribution of our specialist volunteers supporting our free 0800 Anxiety Helpline, community education and clinic services. Their generosity helps make mental health support more accessible across Aotearoa. This year's theme, Whiria te tangata – weaving the people together, highlights how volunteering connects us all, strengthening communities and building a more inclusive, resilient New Zealand. To all our volunteers – thank you. Your impact is immense. Service Update: Accessible Mental Health Support We're pleased to offer: Low-cost counselling sessions Delivered by mental health clinicians completing their professional training Regular clinical and peer supervision ensures safe, quality support Support for a range of mental health and wellbeing needs A great option for anyone seeking professional support at an affordable rate Online (nationally) or in-person (Auckland clinic) appointments are available Mon-Sat, including late nights Funding may apply Learn More About Counselling Services Here Need a little support this winter? We've bundled up some of our most-loved resources to help you take care of your mental wellbeing during the cooler months — and you can grab them all for a fraction of the usual price. The Winter Wellbeing Bundle includes: 🧠 The Wellbeing Workbook A self-paced course filled with practical strategies to help you build and maintain your own wellbeing. 🧘 The Mindfulness Library A collection of guided relaxation techniques to calm your mind and support rest. ❄️ Winter Reset: A Mini Wellbeing Series (brand new!) A gentle challenge with simple daily prompts to boost your wellbeing through winter. Normally $19.99 each — now just $29.99 for the full bundle (save over 50%!). Available for a limited time only. Grab it now Thriving People, Whānau and Communities When you look after your own mental wellbeing, you inspire others around you to do the same. 🩵 Thanks to these generous funders We are only able to offer our 24/7, national mental health support with thanks to donors and funders. This month we received grants from the following funds.  We'd also love to take a minute to sincerely thank our donors. Those of you who support us to continue doing the work we do.  You Can Help Keep the Line Open... It takes just $20 to fund a call to our 24/7 mental health line — and if 1000 people give that amount monthly, we'll be able to keep answering every call and supporting communities across Aotearoa long into the future. Your support makes this possible. Join the 1000 – Donate $20/month If donating isn't within your budget right now, we understand. Sharing this campaign with your friends or whānau is another powerful way to help.  👉Share the campaign with this link Anxiety NZ - What We Do Anxiety NZ is here to help grow the mental health and wellbeing of people in Aotearoa New Zealand. We do this by offering therapy and clinical services, peer support groups, free mental health resources and our free, national 24/7 0800 ANXIETY Helpline. Visit our website to learn more. 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