How long is an online mental health appointment?

All of our online mental health and wellness appointments are 30 minutes long.

For enrolled Tend patients:

1. Wellness advice with a Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP) – 30 minutes
   Talk through your mental and physical wellbeing, explore coping strategies, and get support for things like mild anxiety, stress, or lifestyle challenges.
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2. Healthy lifestyle consult with a Health Coach – 30 minutes
   Get personalised coaching to support your exercise goals, lifestyle changes, or pre-diabetes management.
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3. Mental health consult with a GP or Nurse Practitioner – 30 minutes
   Work together on a personalised mental health plan. These appointments are ideal if you need a diagnosis, prescription, or referral.

For casual patients (no enrolment required):

Free Mental Wellness appointment with a Health Improvement Practitioner (HIP) – 30 minutes
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Video chat with a HIP to get practical strategies you can start using straight away. These sessions are completely free for everyone in Aotearoa, whether or not you’re a Tend patient. You can book directly through the Tend app.