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Mental Health Hub:
In order to thrive in any court proceedings you must survive. Self care and mental health are essential for your safety and success. YOU NEED TO PRIORITIZE YOUR HEALTH AND WELL BEING BEFORE YOU CAN RESPOND TO COURT PROCEEDINGS IN AN EFFECTIVE WAY.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE- EVERY PROBLEM HAS A SOLUTION AND WE ARE COMMITTED TO CONNECTING EVERYONE IN NEED WITH A LIFE LINE THAT WILL HELP THEM.
Everyone responds to trauma differently, and no two instances are the same, for this reason, we strongly recommend people reach out to trusted health professionals for guidance and tailored programs to suit your specific needs to help you cope and adapt to the stress you will endure as you progress through any court proceedings and subsequent decisions.
Suicide prevention remains a serious issue that needs to be acknowledged and openly addressed, as seen in a recent article published October 2023:
“Acting director of the Suicide Prevention Office Dr Sarah Hetrick said suicide had a devastating impact on whānau and reducing the rates required a government-wide response that addressed structural determinants such as poverty, racism, discrimination and post-colonial legacy.“
“We also need to reduce exposure to factors that increase the risk of suicide such as violence of all types, alcohol-related harm, stand-down and exclusion from schools and harmful communication about self-harm and suicide.”
Ponsonby Chambers firmly believes a large contributing factor to suicide and self harm [inclusive of alcohol and drug abuse] in New Zealand and beyond, is caused by the stress and uncertainty of court, particularly family court, which is why we are combining solutions and resources for mental health in addition to [almost as a prerequisite for] resources for safe and effective legal representation, to avoid feeling overwhelmed and hopeless.
Every problem has a solution- keep calm, stay grounded and ensure you are able to process your grief, trauma and stress in a safe and manageable way to regulate and then be able to respond rationally for you and your families best case outcome.
Ponsonby Chambers founder is a health and fitness professional with over 19 years of industry experience who has tailored specific programs prioritizing mental health and well being in an affordable and realistic way- which are available to download and begin working through at your own pace in your own time, all of which have been trialed and tested to verify their effectiveness. For those still dealing with the shock and trauma of family court proceedings we especially recommend “The Gain Cycle” .
Food Is Medicine –
Eat Well, Be Well.
We have also customised the most affordable “self care pack” from a reputable provider of supplements with adaptogens, zinc, magnesium and ph balancers to help realign holistic health and provide essential nutrition that is often un-affordable (these are customisable and can be altered for dairy free alternatives.) Selecting any products through this link is your access to these products not publicly available- without any requirement or expectation to do anything other than use the products with a 30 day money back guarantee.
Health On Tap was authorised as a supplier for MSD on 21 December 2021 under the details:
Your details are : Tanya Dunstan *Nutritional Food Intake* CUR002347528
To discuss customizing specific health and wellness packs [which should be government subsidized for anyone in financial hardship or on a benefit) please contact [email protected] to discuss.
A list of Tanya Dunstans’ experience and Qualifications outlining her scope of practice, can be found at AUSACTIVE: MEMBERSHIP #105833
30 DAY CHALLENGE:
If you are ready to incorporate more movement into every day- this is for you! a 30 day guide from where you are to where you want to be NOW with an instruction video for each day to ensure maximum results in minimum time.
We Are Proud To Partner With Learning Cloud
We Highly recommend the Creative Therapies course for people to have more autonomy over holistic healing journey (for those who need to process in non verbal ways for optimal recovery.
We are excited to learn more about the Play Therapy course the learning cloud offers as another viable option to support the healing journey.
As a “thank you” The Learning Cloud has gifted a $20 discount for any one who mentions Ponsonby Chambers when enrolling/ inquiring.
Learning Cloud MSD supplier number is: CUR000796166
*If you require assistance having this covered please contact us to advocate for you!
***CONTENT SHARED FROM THE LOUISE NICHOLAS TRUST WEBSITE*****
“Sexual violence is a huge problem in Aotearoa. The goal of the Louise Nicholas Trust is to stop sexual violence from happening in the first place. In order to prevent sexual violence, we must understand and address the risk and protective factors at the individual, relational, community, and societal levels by working together. Every person has a role to play in preventing sexual violence”
https://louisenicholastrust.org.nz
Ask Louise
“I know how hard it is to ask for help.
I am a Mother, Nana, Aunty, Daughter, Wife, Sister, Niece and I am a SURVIVOR of sexual violence.
I am here to listen, believe, care and when asked support you or a family member, colleague or friend who has experienced sexual violence.
You are not alone and never will be. “
SUICIDE AND DEPRESSION
Where to get help: IN NEW ZEALAND:
•1737 Need To Talk
•Lifeline: Call 0800 543 354 or text 4357 (HELP) (available 24/7)
• Suicide Crisis Helpline: Call 0508 828 865 (0508 TAUTOKO) (available 24/7)
• Youth services: (06) 3555 906
• Youthline: Call 0800 376 633 or text 234
• What’s Up: Call 0800 942 8787 (11am to 11pm) or webchat (11am to 10.30pm)
• Depression helpline: Call 0800 111 757 or text 4202 (available 24/7)
• Helpline: Need to talk? Call or text 1737
If it is an emergency and you feel like you or someone else is at risk, call 111
Where to get help: IN AUSTRALIA
Beyond Blue aims to increase awareness of depression and anxiety and reduce stigma. Call 1300 22 4636, 24 hours/7 days a week, chat online or email.
Blue Knot Foundation Helpline is the National Centre of Excellence for Complex Trauma. It provides support, education and resources for the families and communities of adult survivors of childhood trauma and abuse. Call 1300 657 380, Monday – Sunday between 9am – 5pm AEST or via email [email protected].
Butterfly Foundation’s National Helpline is a free, confidential service that provides information, counselling and treatment referral for people with eating disorders, and body image and related issues. Call 1800 33 4673, 8am-midnight AEST / 7 days a week, chat online or email.
Print or download this mental health helplines infographic.
eheadspace provides free online and telephone support and counselling to young people 12 – 25 and their families and friends. Call 1800 650 890, 9am – 1am AEST / 7 days a week, chat online or email.
FriendLine supports anyone who’s feeling lonely, needs to reconnect or just wants a chat. You can call them 7 days a week on 1800 424 287, or chat online with one of their trained volunteers. All conversations with FriendLine are anonymous.
Head to Health gives advice and will connect you to local mental health services. Call 1800 595 212. Check the operating times.
PONSONBY CHAMBERS has a long standing affiliation with Dion Jensen, Founder of “The Lion Academy” a global, Palmerston North based business with a vision to prevent suicide and offer solutions to problems across the board for holistic sustainable positive outcomes.
An excellent article regarding the differences between “Beyond Blue” and “Life Line” is listed at The beyond Blue Linked in page:
https://www.linkedin.com/posts/beyondblue_whats-the-difference-between-beyond-blue-activity-7137327165313884161-YMZ1/
Resources available here for downloads:
https://www.thelionacademy.co.nz/
This is the Founders story of having to compartmentalize and “radically accept” the trauma and shock of court abuse to be able to regulate and survive what for so many, is un-live-able. YOU ARE NOT ALONE- There are solutions to every problem and you will be “okay” BUT YOU NEED TO PRIORITIZE SELF CARE AND REACH OUT TO PEOPLE WHO CAN HELP YOU. YOU NEED TO BE STRONG AND DO THE WORK TO STAY SAFE.
*Shared under s14 NZBORA 1990 and in the interests of public safety to protect others from the same harm and distress- We know Family Court is a significant contributor to suicide statistics in New Zealand and world wide and this is something that must be changed with survivors speaking out to give hope and coping strategies for others*
This is not a “Man V woman” issue. The courts chop and change- outdated beliefs are just that- red ants V black ants games the courts play to divide their “customers”. Credit to Louis Valdez for this succinct summary:
https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/who-shook-jar-luis-valdez/
This is parents [mothers and fathers] suffering the legal abduction of their children and having to survive this cruel and inhumane trauma. And the flow on affect of broken homes, legally orphaned children and the societal breakdown that follows, all of which can and should be corrected with regulated systems in place and people being able to speak out about this injustice in a safe and proactive way for the betterment of each child, community and country.
A useful link and contribution is provided by Vincent McGovern
https://www.centreformalepsychology.com/male-psychology-magazine-listings/one-mans-experience-of-how-the-family-court-system-can-impact-the-mental-health-of-fathers
We are proud for our programs to be recognized as a nominee with AUSREPS for the “mental Health Awareness Award” in Australia 2022 for the advancements of our “holistic health” focus with “Health On Tap” to help people with an insightful program addressing their needs: emotionally, psychologically and physically for sustainable lifestyle solutions.
“MACKS ON TAP”
A charity foundation in the making to provide oversight and support to anyone before the Courts Of New Zealand.
PROVIDING A GUARDIAN FOR THE MANA OF ALL PEOPLE BEFORE THE COURT
