We are not a crisis service and do not have after hours or weekend services.
For urgent or crisis mental health care 24/7 please call 0800 653 357 or 111.
Our Services
Not sure which service fits? We use the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) as a guide.
Mild–Moderate Perinatal Distress
Some days are challenging - EPDS 13-17
Navigation & Connection Service
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Connect with māmā/whānau to find out what matters to her/them
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Help connect with one-on-one services (like counselling) that suit her budget
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Help connect with other community services according to her needs
Manawa Tumanako – Heart of Hope Group Programme for Māmā
A warm space to learn practical wellbeing tools, feel understood, and connect
A small group support programme in Palmerston North for māmā, pregnant people, and birth parents from pregnancy through early parenting (up to 5 years). Non-clinical support focused on practical skills and connection for mild–moderate mood or wellbeing challenges.
What you'll gain
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Practical wellbeing tools
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Calmer routines, stronger coping skills
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Connection with parents who "get it"
What to expect
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A small, caring group
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Facilitators who listen and guide
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Real-world strategies, space to be heard
When: contact us for dates · Duration: weekly, 6 weeks · Time: 9.30–11.30am
Where: New Life Church, 590 Featherston St, Palmerston North · Cost: no charge
Register your interest via the Contact Us form, or email hello@thehopecollective.org.nz
A supportive, non-clinical programme. Not a substitute for professional mental health care.
Strong Start Whānau Programme
Practical support for pregnancy and early parenthood, close to home
A free six-week evening programme for parents who are pregnant or have tamariki aged five years and under. Running as a 12-month pilot from August 2026 across four rural locations - Tararua, Horowhenua, Northern and Southern Manawatū - the programme offers practical tools, information, and support as whānau navigate the changes and challenges of pregnancy and early parenthood.
What you'll gain
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Practical tools for pregnancy and early parenting
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Confidence to navigate change
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Connection with other whānau nearby
What to expect
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Weekly evening sessions for six weeks
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Both parents welcome, or a support person
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Childcare available for tamariki up to 10
When: contact us for dates · Duration: weekly, 6 weeks · Time: evenings
Where: Tararua, Horowhenua, Northern & Southern Manawatū · Cost: no charge
Pēpi are welcome to stay with their parent throughout the programme.
Register your interest via the Contact Us form, or email hello@thehopecollective.org.nz
A supportive, non-clinical programme. Not a substitute for professional mental health care.
Peer to Peer Service
Coming soon
Partner Support Programme
Coming soon
Moderate-Severe Perinatal Distress
Most days are challenging - EPDS 18+
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Māmā is contacted by our clinical coordinator for a welcome, service explanation, screening and booking with our clinical psychologist
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Māmā (and support person) meet with the clinical psychologist for a 90-minute appointment for full assessment and to co-design a plan of care
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Māmā commences one-on-one talk therapy with the Hope Collective provider of her choosing
Optional packages of care
In-person group support with a psychologist
Papa/support person online group support
In-home support from a maternity nurse
Specialist women's health physiotherapy
Meal packages