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AI-4U: an AI tool to help you find support
Need help right now?
- In immediate danger? Call 111 now. Don't wait for an AI reply.
- Need to talk? Free call or text 1737 at any time to reach a trained counsellor (Need to Talk?).
- Lifeline Aotearoa: 0800 543 354 (free).
- Young people: Youthline 0800 376 633 or text 234.
- In Australia: call 000 in an emergency, or Lifeline on 13 11 14.
A navigational tool that guides you to NZ helplines and professional support, through online chat you can type in or listen to. Confidential, except where someone’s safety is at risk.
Before you start
AI-4U is an AI wellbeing support tool. It is not a psychologist, counsellor, doctor or crisis service. It can't diagnose anything or give medical advice, and it can get things wrong. For decisions about your health, please talk to a qualified professional.
AI-4U does not diagnose or treat, and it is not an emergency service. If you are in danger, call 111 (NZ) or 000 (AU).
AI-4U can guide people to their organisation’s own support, or 1737 after hours.
What happens to your conversation
- Your chat is processed by ElevenLabs, our US-based technology provider, and handled under our Privacy Policy (PDF).
- Your safety comes first. If you tell AI-4U you may harm yourself or someone else, it will encourage you to contact 111 or 1737 straight away, and it may ask for your contact details so a support service can be in touch. This is not an emergency response. If you are in danger now, call 111.
- Please avoid sharing details about other people.
Who can use AI-4U
AI-4U is free online web chat for people in New Zealand, with no app or login.
Getting the most from AI-4U
Not sure where to start? You could ask AI-4U to:
- Talk through a stressful day: "I've had a rough day at work. Can you help me unpack it?"
- Help with sleep and energy: "I'm not sleeping well. What simple things could I try?"
- Prepare for a hard conversation: "Help me plan what to say to my manager about my workload."
- Find local support: "What support services are near me in [your town]?"
- Point you to a professional: "How do I reach my EAP or a registered psychologist?"
- Make a simple plan: "Help me make a plan for the week that looks after my wellbeing."