Supporting your mental health with compassionate, evidence-based care
Creating a safe space
At The Nelson Clinic, we provide tailored mental health services designed to support you at every stage of your journey.
Your well-being is our priority — our experienced team offers compassionate psychiatric and counselling care, both in person and online, to clients across New Zealand.
We create a safe and welcoming space where you can explore your thoughts, ask questions, and share openly without judgement. Our dedicated professionals are here to listen, understand, and guide you toward improved mental health and emotional balance.
Neurodiversity Clinic
Compassionate ADHD and Autism assessments for children, adolescents and adults. Helping you better understand your unique strengths, challenges and support needs.
ACC Sensitive Claims
ACC-funded assessment and therapy for adults and children who have experienced sexual trauma, with compassionate, confidential support throughout your healing journey.
Therapy and Counselling
Evidence-based therapy and counselling for children, adolescents and adults, helping you better understand your emotions, navigate life's challenges and build resilience.
Group Work
Therapeutic group programmes that help participants build emotional resilience, strengthen nervous system regulation and develop meaningful connection.
Psychological Services
Psychological assessment and therapy for children, adolescents and adults, using evidence-based approaches to support emotional wellbeing and lasting change.
Nurse Practitioners
Specialist mental health nurse practitioner services offering assessment, diagnosis and treatment through a collaborative, person-centred approach.
Healing | Growth | Resilience
FAQs
What types of services do you offer?
We provide a broad range of services including therapy and counselling for all ages, neuro-diversity assessments (for conditions such as ADHD and Autism) and psychiatric/clinical psychological support for issues including anxiety, depression, relationship distress and behaviour challenges.
Who can access your services?
Our services are open to children, young people, adults and whānau across New Zealand. We work with clients at different life-stages and life-situations.
Are you able to assess and work with neuro-diversity issues?
Yes. We offer streamlined neuro-diversity assessments for ADHD and Autism questions alongside our broader mental health work.
What happens if I’m in crisis or need support immediately?
If you are in immediate risk or crisis, please call emergency services (111 in New Zealand). For urgent support you can also use free crisis lines such as 1737 (anytime) or 0800 611 116 for Healthline.
What should I expect at my first appointment?
At your first session we’ll spend time getting to know you — your background, concerns, goals and what you hope to achieve. From there we’ll explore suitable pathways and plan the next steps together.
Do you accept referrals from other agencies or self-referrals?
Yes — we accept referrals from GPs, schools, agencies and also see clients who self-refer. We work collaboratively with other services and professionals to support your wellbeing.
