See below for a list of support groups:
Self Help
An interactive CBT self-help site including depression, anxiety, panic, worry, assertiveness, procrastination, eating problems, self-esteem
CBT based booklets free to download include anger, depression, OCD, anxiety
Self-help guidance from a national specialist service
Information and guidance for people experiencing difficulty sleeping
Helping you to better manage your time and home life
Eating Disorders
b-eat (Beating eating disorders)
The main charity helping people to beat eating disorders
Helping men with eating disorders
Depression & Anxiety
For people who are thinking of suicide or self harm
Support for students with depression
Support and information for people experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
A user-led organization, run by sufferers and ex-sufferers of anxiety difficulties
For the self-conscious or those who feel excessively shy
Domestic Violence
Working towards ending domestic abuse to women and children. Helpline available 24hours.
Male victims of domestic violence and abuse, including gay and bi men.
Information and advice for male and female perpetrators of domestic abuse to help stop violence and abuse towards partners
Support and Counselling for individuals or couples experiencing relationship difficulties.
LGBT+
Voluntary organization supporting the family and friends of LGBT people.
Alcohol Abuse
Self-help site for people concerned with their drinking
Site outlining services for under 18s who would like to change drink and/or drug use
Mental Health
Free podcasts mindfulness and relaxation
Advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem.
Helping millions of people affected by mental illness
We work to improve the quality of life for anyone affected by mental illness
If you have come across other sites which might be of interest, would like information about something not included or want to access the Counselling service here please contact clare.turner@petroc.ac.uk