arc Counselling Services - Taupo

10/11/2025

When the alarm goes off tomorrow morning, don't hit the snooze bar. Start your day off a half hour earlier. Remember that old proverb, "The early bird catches the worm?" Smile up at the ceiling and rejoice in your new day of adventure. Life is full of possibilities. Change is possible. Remember, this is the first day of the rest of your life!

A sleeping cat cannot catch a rat!
Indian Proverb

10/11/2025

As of Monday 17th November we will be implementing the following regarding client appointments. This is to enable us to see the motivated clients and to reduce our wait list for appointments.

First Appointments will be made by admin team.
Referrer or Probation Officer will be notified. We will require the Probation Officer to confirm the appointment with the client and then email us to advise if appointment is confirmed.
If the client does not attend. We will not follow-up to make a second appointment. The responsibility will be put on the client.
If the client does not attend due to illness, tangi, work commitments, could they please advise us in advance as this will ensure the appointment is re-scheduled.

Once a client has attended their first appointment the counsellor will make all ongoing appointments. If the client misses two appointments, either “Cancelled” or “Did Not Attend (DNA)” a five day letter will be sent by the counsellor. No response will enforce a discharge and file will be closed.

This will apply to all clients.

05/11/2025

We are constantly bombarded by the media with reasons to be depressed but how we decide to react to the challenges of life is our choice.

It's the wise thing to do!

You cannot prevent the birds of sorrow from flying over your head, but you can prevent them from building nests in your hair.
Chinese Proverb

14/10/2025

TE MANAWA TAKI - REGIONAL WORKFORCE ADDICITONS SYMPOSIUM 🌿

Last Thursday, our team we had the privilege of attending the 2025 Te Manawa Taki - Regional Workforce Addictions Symposium hosted by a few workforces within and around the region
- REAL
- arc Counselling Services
- Link People
- Lifewise
- Te Whatu Ora
- Maanaki Ora

They created an event for us to connect with other services, continue learning and also listen to testimonials of real life experiences. Te Manawa Taki hosted speakers and groups such as Patrick "Paddy" Gower, Toi Matarua, Claire Aitken, Charlizza Matehe, Dave Letele and more.

We took a lot away from that day, but one thing we'd like to leave you with is that

"Greatness comes from struggle"

Not from handouts. Not from comfort.
From pain. From pressure. From pushing through when no one believes in you — not even yourself

You've got this! 🫡

Read a little bit more about Dave, and his story below 👇🏽

Dave Letele
"Having grown up with a father who was the president of the Mongrel Mob and in and out of prison throughout his childhood, Dave understands what it means to struggle.
It took Dave a near-death experience to pull him out of a downward spiral. From there, he embarked on a journey that led to him owning several businesses, playing rugby league all over the world, becoming a professional boxer, losing almost 100 kg in body weight, and starting over.

Dave is an inspiration to thousands of Kiwis, achieving his transformation purely through hard work and dedication. Starting his platform via his private Facebook group where over 10,000 people have achieved life-changing levels of weight loss, Dave went on to found his company Buttabean Motivation (BBM), where he and his team are currently working with public health and social service providers across Auckland to deliver his highly effective BBM programs to improve the health outcomes for obese people.

Nothing quite beats a real story straight from the heart, Dave will take you on a roller coaster ride of emotions where you will come out the other side understanding the power of determination, perseverance, hard work, taking that first step and hope!"

07/10/2025

It's Mental Health Awareness Week 🌿

This week, we take a moment to pause, reflect, and check in with ourselves and with those around us.

Mental health affects us all, and it’s okay to not be okay. Whether you’re taking time to rest, reaching out for support, or offering a listening ear, every small act of care makes a difference.

This year’s theme reminds us that connection is key and to top up together with people, places, and purpose. So reach out, have that kōrero, share a smile, or simply spend a quiet moment in nature.

FIVE WAYS TO WELLBEING
Connect - Me Whakawhanaungatanga
Give - Tukua
Be Active - Me kori tonu
Take notice - Me aro tonu
Keep learning - Me ako tonu

The Five Ways to Wellbeing, Ētahi ara e rima ki te ngākau ora, help people stay mentally well.

03/10/2025

We are at the Forever Young Expo in Tūrangi today!

Come visit us & ask us any questions you might have about our services!

30/09/2025

HAUORA MATTERS 🌿

Tools for Health and Living the LIFE you want 🌼

This is a group for wāhine who would like to make positive changes in their health and well-being!

It is a small private group held at Pinnacle Health

WHAT'S COVERED?

There are many things covered in within the six-week sessions such as practical tools with the help of Pinnacle Healths' dietician and exercise physiologist. As well as identifying the impacts of sleep, stress and other external factors on our health behaviours.

FOR MORE INFORMATION
Please contact either Hope or Jade on their numbers
Hope: 027 334 1575
Jade: 027 215 8048

28/09/2025

He aha te mea nui o te ao?
He tāngata, he tāngata, he tāngata

arc Counselling Services want to extend wholeheartedly, our aroha and respect on the passing of esteemed Ngāti Tūwharetoa chief, Ariki Tā Tumu Te Heuheu Tūkino VIII, who has left a legacy of service and dedication to his people and the environment.

The community is grateful for his leadership and aspirations that was shown through his unwavering commitment to the well-being of whānau and communities, and being a tireless advocate for his people. He was a great role model and a pillar of Ngāti Tūwharetoa.

Our thoughts are with Lady Susan Te Heuheu and the wider whānau during this significant time.

In respect of Ariki Tā Te Tumu Te Heuheu, the arc Counselling Services office is CLOSED today.

Our office hours will resume as normal Tuesday 30th September 2025.

You are still able to contact us via our website or on 0800 227 5272, for all emergencies please phone 111.

Thank you for your understanding and support during this significant time.

10/09/2025

🎰The H.I.G.H WITHOUT THE HARM 🃏

Coming off the back of Gambling Harm Awareness Week, arc Counselling Services is offering HARM INTERVENTION GAMBLING HELP (H.I.G.H)

A free two-week workshop designed to support those affected by gambling and provide real tools to support change.

What is covered?

Educational & Therapeutic Harm Reduction: multi-venue/self-exclusion, legal requirements, phone apps to block access

Awareness: how gambling operators use techniques and traps

Support in the Community: whānau impacts, lived experience & shared success stories

Types of Gambling: identifying triggers and finding ways to reduce harm

📍 When:

Thursday 25 September

Thursday 2 October

⏰ Time: 5.30PM – 6.30PM
Where: ARC Counselling Services

To register now:
📞Phone: 0800 227 5272
📧 Email: mel@arctpo.co.nz

Let’s talk about gambling without the shame – there is support, there are tools, and there is a community here for you.

Additional Support

We'd like to highlight Safer Gambling Aotearoa, a national initiative by Te Whatu Ora focused on minimizing gambling harm. The service offers free and confidential support throughout Aotearoa, including access to local services and advice on staying in control of gambling.

https://www.safergambling.org.nz/

31/08/2025

If you’ve lost someone to su***de, you don’t have to face it alone.

WAVES is an 8-week grief education programme for adults (18+) who have been affected by the su***de of someone they know.

This safe and supportive group is facilitated by professional counsellors and educators, giving participants the opportunity to:
- Share thoughts and feelings around what’s happened
- Discuss the nature of su***de
- Gain information and ideas about how to care for themselves and others – including children and young people – after a su***de

📅 Dates: 16 October – 11 December 2025
📍 Location: Taupō (venue TBC)
🕠 Time: Thursday evenings, 5:30 pm – 7:30 pm
💲 Cost: Free/Koha

👉 To register, please contact ARC Counselling Services:
📞 0800 227 5272
📧 manager@arctpo.co.nz

Because grief happens and support matters 💜

17/08/2025

Little by little, day by day, what’s meant for you will always find its way.

Sometimes we forget that growth and healing don’t happen all at once. Be patient with yourself, trust the process, and know that the right people, opportunities, and moments will come at the right time.

So keep going, your journey is unfolding exactly as it should 🍃

14/07/2025

Introducing: Systemic Family Constellation

We’re offering something new at arc - a gentle, supportive therapy option called Systemic Family Constellation.

This isn’t traditional counselling - it’s a unique process that helps explore the deeper patterns, emotional burdens, and relationship tensions that may be affecting your mental health, addiction recovery, or overall wellbeing.

If you’re currently engaged with arc or have worked with us in the past, you’re welcome to ask your counsellor if this might support your journey.

📞 0800 227 5272
🌐 www.arccounsellingservices.com
📧 referrals@arcpc.co.nz

"Sometimes the key to healing isn’t just ours — it belongs to the whole system.”