Mental Health Services

Porirua Union & Community Health Service (PUCHS) offers comprehensive mental health services to individuals across the wider Porirua area, including Johnsonville and Paremata.

MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES OFFERED:
Individual Counselling: PUCHS offers one-on-one counselling sessions to address a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. These sessions are conducted by qualified mental health professionals who provide personalised care tailored to each individual's needs.

Referrals and Collaborations: PUCHS work alongside other mental health services and specialists to provide comprehensive care. Referrals can be made to external services when specialised care is required.

ACCESSING SERVICES:
To access mental health services at PUCHS, individuals can contact the clinic directly to schedule an appointment. While referrals are not mandatory, they can be made by general practitioners (GPs) or other healthcare providers. PUCHS operates Monday to Friday from 8:30 am to 5:00 pm.

For after-hours support, individuals can contact Healthline at 0800 611 116 or dial 111 in case of an emergency.

PUCHS Hours

Monday to Friday: 8.00am to 5.00pm

Weekends and Public Holidays: Closed

Other Health & Medical Services at PUCHS

You may be interested in our other services at PUCHS

General Medical Care

Providing care for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of health conditions, ensuring overall well being through regular check-ups and timely interventions.

Women’s Health

Tailored health screenings and assessments that focus on the unique needs of women, including breast exams, cervical screening, and reproductive health, aimed at early detection and prevention.

Rangatahi (Youth) Health Services

Youth-friendly healthcare tailored for the needs of young people. These services focus on physical, mental, and emotional well-being, offering support for sexual health, mental health and general medical care.

Outreach Service

Offering support that provides accessible, community-based healthcare for individuals and whānau who may face barriers to traditional health services.

Diabetes Clinic

Care focused on managing symptoms, preventing complications, and improving quality of life through medication, lifestyle changes, and regular monitoring.

Respiratory Care

Providing comprehensive care for individuals with a focus on early detection, education, and culturally responsive care to help our community breathe easier and stay well.

Immunisations

We provide immunisation services to protect individuals from vaccine preventable diseases, promoting public health through safe and effective vaccination programs.

Community Support Team

Offering practical, holistic support to help individuals and whānau navigate life’s challenges and improve wellbeing. Our team includes a Health Coach, Community Health Worker, Health Improvement Practitioner, and Cross-Cultural Worker, working alongside you to achieve your goals.

Clinical Pharmacist

Our pharmacist works closely with patients and healthcare teams to review medications, optimise therapy, and provide education and advice on proper use.

Other Services

We provide services for the following:
– Podiatrist
– Physiotherapist
– Midwife
– Dietician
– Paediatric eczema specialist

Research

Find published articles and more information about current projects PUCHS are involved with.