Awhina Whanau Services — Counselor in Hastings, F2
Address116 Queen Street East 4122, Hastings, F2
Phone+6468784827
Websiteawhinawhanauservices.org
Awhina Whanau Services offers free, confidential counselling and programmes rooted in Kaupapa Māori principles. They provide culturally-grounded, trauma-informed support to strengthen the wellbeing of children, youth, and adults within their whānau. The organisation's approach is guided by manaakitanga and deep respect for individual journeys, aiming to empower self-determination and healing. Services are available for tamariki (children and youth) and pakeke (adults), with a focus on revitalising the mauri of whānau. Awhina Whanau Services was founded in the mid-1980s, blending alternative therapies with cultural traditions.
Best for
- Tamariki and rangatahi
- Pakeke and their whānau
- Individuals seeking culturally-grounded support
- Those impacted by trauma
| Key services | Therapy for tamariki and rangatahi, Counselling for pakeke and whānau, Trauma-informed support, Kaupapa Māori programmes |
| Tags | maori counselling, whanau support, trauma informed, youth counselling, adult counselling, hawkes bay, hastings, napier, free counselling, cultural wellbeing |
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