Resources to Support You
Whether it’s you’re here regarding food or your body, living with ADHD, exploring your identity, or making sense of life as an adoptee, this page is here to offer you support, tools, and info that might make your journey a little easier, clearer, or help you feel a little less alone. Everything I share here is grounded in compassion, science, and/or lived experience.
Chances are, if you’ve landed here, you may be into personal growth and development or navigating some tricky stuff. Please keep in mind that I’m not a psychologist or medical professional.
These resources are informational only, not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or treatment. And while I’m here to support you, I do not offer crisis services, nor am I responsible for what you do with any of the information or resources on my website or any of my platforms.
If you’re in crisis in Aotearoa, New Zealand, please contact one of the following:
111 Emergency Services – If you or someone else is in immediate danger.
1737 Need to Talk? – Free call or text 1737 any time to speak with a trained counsellor.
Lifeline – 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP)
Anxiety Helpline – 0800 269 4389
Not in New Zealand? Reach out to emergency services or trusted support organisations in your local area—help is available.
New! Mind Over Mouth Podcast
A fresh, no-fluff podcast for folks ready to untangle emotional eating, food guilt, and the stories we tell ourselves about food and body.
Expect real talk, science-meets-soul insights, and the occasional metaphor involving cake.
Free Download: “Cravings & What They’re Really Telling You”
A mini guide to help you understand what’s behind your cravings—because it’s not about willpower, it’s about what your body and mind need.
Disordered Eating Support (NZ)
If food feels too hard, or your relationship with eating or your body is tangled in a constant stream of guilt, shame, or overwhelm… these services might help. You don’t have to do this alone.
EDANZ – Eating Disorders Association of NZ
Support for those caring for someone with an eating disorder.
0800 233 269 | ed.org.nz | info@ed.org.nz
New Zealand Eating Disorders Clinic (NZEDC)
Specialist treatment for eating disorders (private clinic).
09 962 6236 | nzeatingdisordersclinic.co.nz | admin@nzedc.co.nz
1737 Need to Talk? – Trained counsellors familiar with ED support.
Text or call 1737 any time.
LGBTQIA+ Support
Being queer shouldn’t mean navigating mental health alone. These organisations offer community, counselling, and connection:
OutLine NZ – 0800 688 5463 | outline.org.nz
RainbowYOUTH – ry.org.nz
InsideOUT Kōaro – Education, advocacy, and resources for rainbow young people | insideout.org.nz
Adoptee Support
Adoption can come with big feelings, identity questions, and deep grief. You’re allowed to explore that.
Wellington Adoptee Group – Monthly peer support (facilitated by Elizabeth)
Adoptee Rights NZ – Advocacy and support for adult adoptees
Adoption NZ – General info and support services
ADHD Support
If your brain’s doing donuts in a carpark while everyone else is calmly parallel parking… you’re in the right place.
How to ADHD (YouTube) – Friendly, practical tips for ADHD brains
Beehyve – https://www.beehyve.health/
Healthify – Support services and information for people affected by ADHD and ADD and their family/whānau. https://healthify.nz/support/a/adhd-support
Other Good Stuff
Books & Podcasts I Recommend – (optional: link to blog post or create a list)
Courses & Webinars – Keep an eye out for live and self-paced options
Body Mind Food Method – Learn more about my unique approach
A Final Word
Take what helps, leave what doesn’t.
Remember, you have what you need within you, and you don’t have to figure it all out alone.
If something here speaks to you and you’d like some extra support, I’m here when you’re ready.
