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Te Pou is New Zealand's National Centre of Mental Health Research, Information and Workforce Development. We have offices in Auckland, Hamilton, Wellington and Christchurch.

This website is aimed at anyone interested in mental health, but especially those who work in the mental health sector in New Zealand.

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Sensory modulation
Te Pou is currently involved in the implementation of sensory modulation across a number of district health boards in New Zealand. Te Pou’s implementation work has focused on a number of strategies ranging from introducing sensory modulation to those who have little knowledge of it, to training workshops for clinicians in DHBs who want to use sensory modulation in everyday practice.

Talking Therapies for Asian People
Te Pou has released Talking Therapies for Asian People. This guide combines international research and consultation with New Zealand therapists to provide an overview of the most effective ways to deliver talking therapies to Asian service users. It focuses on principles that can be used to effectively engage Asian people in the therapeutic process. Visit the Te Pou website for more information about our talking therapies work.

Outcomes leadership day
Te Pou hosted a successful outcomes leadership day in Auckland on 6 July 2010. Key mental health leaders were invited to attend, with the day focused on the ongoing implementation and use of outcomes including discussion on current challenges and what needs to happen to support outcomes sustainability. Visit the Te Pou website for a summary of the outcomes leadership day.

AMHOC 2010 conference registrations now open
Registrations are now open for AMHOC 2010: The 3rd Australasian Mental Health Outcomes Conference. This year's conference will navigate skills, knowledge and practice. The destination is care that supports recovery by making mental health information a focus of service provision. For more information visit www.amhoc2010.com.

Le Va mental health and addiction scholarships - applications open!
The purpose of the Le Va mental health and addiction scholarships is to increase the number of Pacific people working in mental health and addictions and enhance the knowledge and skills of the current Pacific workforce. The scholarships cover fees, mentoring support and general expenses associated with training. Applications close 8 October 2010 so apply now!

Pacific Health Workforce Awards for 2011 are now open!
Le Va is committed to growing the Pacific health and disability workforce. The focus of the Pacific Health Workforce Awards is to address current workforce shortages and enhance the quality and effectiveness of services for Pacific peoples and their families. Award recipients receive financial assistance in their health-related course of study. Check your eligibility and apply now!