Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire
Big Ideas Publishing Enterprise Directorate (BIPED)
Motivating people with mental health needs to be positive through their own creative writing and artwork.
7 Ventura Drive, Bulwell, Nottingham, NG6 8NJ
tel: 01159 753605
email: [email protected]
access: self referral
British Red Cross Voluntary Community Mental Health Service (VCMHS)
Volunteer support, befriending and visiting service for people over the age of 50 experiencing or recovering from mental health problems.
Heanor Health Centre, Willmot Street, Heanor, Derbyshire DE75 7EF
tel: 01773 71878
email: [email protected]
web: redcross.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Central Nottinghamshire Mind
Supporting people in the community who have enduring mental health difficulties to assist each other and gain ready access to professional help.
Concord House, 12/14 St John Street, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire NG18 1QJ
tel: 01623 658044
email: [email protected]
web: centralnottsmind.org
access: self referral
Derby Depression Club
Bringing people with depression and anxiety together for mutual support.
tel: 07914 300074
email: [email protected]
web: derbydepressionclub.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Derbyshire Mind
Supporting people experiencing mental health problems, providing advocacy support and the Enjoying Derby Wellbeing project
tel: 01332 623732
email: [email protected]
web: derbyshiremind.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Erewash Mental Health Association Day Centre
63-67 Derby Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4LQ
tel: 01159 461213
access: referral and self referral
Erewash Mental Health Association
We run two day courses providing a supportive atmosphere for people experiencing and recovering from mental health problems.
4 Charlotte Street, Ilkeston, Derbyshire DE7 8LH
tel: 01159 30894
email: [email protected]
access: referral and self referral
Erewash Mental Health Association – Breakthru Day Centre
1 College Road, Long Eaton, Nottingham NG10 4NE
tel: 0115 9461213
access: referral and self referral
Institute of Mental Health - Peer Support Training Team
National training provider for accredited peer support training. All our training can be tailored to support and meet the needs of peer supporters and organisations, wherever you are on the journey of peer support.
Institute of Mental Health Building, University of Nottingham, Innovation Park, Triumph Road, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire NG7 2TU
tel: 0115 8231335 or 07766 733179
email: [email protected]
web: institutemh.org.uk/-education-/home
Nottingham & Nottinghamshire Advocacy Alliance
Support, advocacy and training led by the people who use services and not by service providers.
First Floor, Construction House, Mansfield, Nottinghamshire, NG18 5ES
tel: 01623 662664
email: [email protected]
web: nnaa.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Nottingham Depression Support Group (NDSG)
Providing regular meet ups for people suffering from depression to support each other and share their experiences.
4 Hardwick Grove, West Bridgford, Nottinghamshire NG2 5HL
web: meetup.com/Nottingham-Depression-Support-Group
access: self referral
Oasis Group
Giving support and aiding friendships between people with mental health interests within a safe environment.
Clay Cross, Derbyshire
tel: 07936 122624
email: [email protected]
access: referral and self referral
Open House Nottingham
Provides informal peer support to those who have or are experiencing emotional and mental health difficulties around childbirth and beyond. A very informal drop-in group where mums can meet others who have similar experiences. Children very welcome.
email: [email protected]
web: openhouse-notts.org or facebook.com/openhousenotts
access: self referral
Rethink Respect Group
Providing mutual support and encouragement to people with personal experience of mental illness, either as a sufferer, friend, relative or carer.
Newark Baptist Church, Albert Street, Newark, Nottinghamshire NG24 1FB
tel: 07970 113327
email: [email protected]
web: rethink.org/services-groups/groups/rethink-respect-group-(newark)
access: referral and self referral
Support for Survivors (Childhood Sexual Abuse)
We support male and female survivors aged 16 onwards, offering one-to-one peer support, structured peer-led programmes, outreach crisis and intervention support, adult education programmes, mediation, befriending, mentoring and volunteering.
c/o Support for Survivors, 14 Plantation Cottages, Main Street, Epperstone, Nottinghamshire NG14 6AG
tel: 0115 9111661 or 0781 5715698
email: [email protected] or [email protected]
access: self referral or referral
Leicestershire and Northamptonshire
Co-Counselling International
Training courses for reciprocal peer counselling where participants take turns to be a 'client' and a 'counsellor'.
The Laurels, Berry Hill Lane, Donington le Heath, Coalville, Leicestershire LE67 2FB
tel: 01530 836780
email: [email protected]
web: co-counselling.org.uk
access: self referral
Daytime meetups
We also have lots of meet ups happening throughout Northampton, Kettering and Corby. Please contact Tina for more information.
tel: 07983 293301
email: [email protected]
access: Self Help for Depression Groups are open to anyone affected by depression. They provide a safe and welcoming space to make new friends and help combat isolation and loneliness of depression.
Leicestershire Action for Mental Health Project (LAMP)
Independent voluntary organisation working to promote good mental health for everyone living in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland.
65 Regent Road, Leicester LE1 6YF
tel: 01162 556286
email: [email protected]
web: lampadvocacy.co.uk
access: referral and self referral
New Ark Foundation
We offer support, mentoring advocacy and training opportunities to individuals and families from black, dual heritage or migrant communities.
There is a new traineeship for young people wanting to go into Health and Social Care.
We are also able to produce culturally competent assessments for childcare proceedings as well as Human Rights assessments.
The Business Centre, Chapel place, Abington Square, Northampton, NN1 4AQ
tel: 01604 624738
email: [email protected]
web: newarkfoundation.co.uk
access: referral and self referral
Northamptonshire depression support group
Meets monthly 7-9pm.
Northampton and District Mind, Anchor House, 6-7 Regent Square, Northampton NN1 2NQ
tel: 07743 149337
email: [email protected]
access: Self Help for Depression Groups are open to anyone affected by depression. They provide a safe and welcoming space to make new friends and help combat isolation and loneliness of depression.
Oundle Mind
We provide advice and information to people with mental health concerns including counselling, support groups, day services, creative therapy and volunteer opportunities.
1 Herne Park, East Road, Oundle, Northamptonshire PE8 4BZ
tel: 01832 275020
email: [email protected]
access: referral and self referral
RECOVERY
Support, advocacy and creative therapy services for people suffering from wellbeing issues.
Unit 36, Vulcan House, Vulcan Road, Leicester LE5 3EF
tel: 07581 282899 / 0116 2532073
email: [email protected]
web: recovery4wellbeing.org
access: referral and self referral
West Leicestershire Mind
Personalised and flexible mental health services in partnership with customers and carers to maximise recovery.
The Constitutional House, 8a Station Road, Hinckley, Leicester LE10 1AW
tel: 01455 890168
email: i[email protected]
access: referral and self referral
Lincolnshire and Rutland
No listings for Lincolnshire and Rutland at this time.
Suffolk and Norfolk
BEAT
A support group for people with eating disorders .
An opportunity for anyone with eating distress in various stages of their illness and recovery to meet people who may be in a similar situation.
Beat Self Help & Support Groups
46 - 48 Westgate Street, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3ED
tel: 07803 249114
web: b-eat.co.uk/get-help/get-support/norfolk-support-services
access: self referral
BEAT
A monthly support group for people with eating disorders.
An opportunity for anyone with eating distress in various stages of their illness and recovery to meet people who may be in a similar situation.
NORCAS, 35 - 37 Exchange Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1DP
tel: 07535 418424
email: [email protected]
web: b-eat.co.uk/get-help/get-support/norfolk-support-services
access: referral and self referral
BEAT
A monthly support group for people with eating disorders.
An opportunity for anyone with eating distress in various stages of their illness and recovery to meet people who may be in a similar situation.
Old Saddlers Shop, St Nicholas Church, Market Place, North Walsham, Norfolk NR28 9BT
tel: 07535 418424
email: [email protected]
web: b-eat.co.uk/get-help/get-support/norfolk-support-services
access: referral and self referral
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
Toftwood Village Hall, Shipdham Road, Dereham, Norfolk NR19 1LQ
tel: 07716 529320
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
Focus 12, 82 Risbygate Street, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP33 1TQ
tel: 07939 563282
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
United Reform Church, Princes Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR3 1AZ
tel: 01603 55188
web: oagb.org.uk
Norfolk OCD Support
We are a voluntary organisation running support groups for sufferers, led by sufferers.
Merchants Place, Church Street, Cromer, Norfolk NR27 9GW
tel: 01263 517104
email: [email protected]
web: norfolkocdsupport.org.uk
access: self referral
Norfolk OCD Support
We are a voluntary organisation running support groups for sufferers, led by sufferers.
Mind Centre, 33A Lynn Road, Downham Market, Norfolk PE38 9NJ
tel: 01263 517104
email: [email protected]
web: norfolkocdsupport.org.uk
access: self referral
Norfolk OCD Support
We are a voluntary organisation running support groups for sufferers, led by sufferers.
Mind Centre, Saunders Yard, Kings Lynn, Norfolk PE30 1PH
tel: 01263 517104
email: [email protected]
web: norfolkocdsupport.org.uk
access: self referral
Norwich and Norfolk OCD Support
We are a voluntary organisation running support groups for sufferers, led by sufferers.
The Assembly House, Theatre Street, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 1 RQ
tel: 01603 619246 (evenings only)
email: [email protected]
web: norwichandnorfolkocdsupport.org.uk
access: self referral
Norwich - Mulbarton depression self help group
Meets the fourth Thursday of the month from 7.30pm.
Harvest House, The Common, Mulbarton, Norwich, Norfolk NR14 8JS
Contact Lynne for more information.
email: [email protected]
access: self referral
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
The Archway, 141 London Road South, Lowestoft, Norfolk NR33 0AX
tel: 07957 911213
web: oagb.org.uk
OCD Limits
We provide support within a group environment for sufferers of OCD.
We speak to people on an individual basis and within groups so all can share their experiences and socialise with like minded people.
Friends Society of Quakers, 39 Fonnereau Road, Ipswich, Suffolk IP1 3JH
tel: 01473 212536
email: [email protected]
web: ocdaction.org.uk/support-groups/eastern/ipswich
Peer Support Initiative
Services that help people recover from mental ill health and live more independently.
Norwich and Central Norfolk Mind, 50 Sale Road, Norwich NR7 9TP
tel: 01603 432457
email: [email protected]
web: norwichmind.org.uk
access: self referral
Peer Support Network (PSN)
PSN helps you feel better equipped for all your roles in work and life. It is a great way of maintaining good mental health.
Suffolk Mind, Hyntle Barn, Hill Farm, Silverhill, Hintlesham, Ipswich IP8 3NJ
tel: 01473 652 847
email: [email protected]
web: suffolkmind.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Sherringham anxiety and depression club
We meet on the first and third Tuesday of each month from 7-9pm.
Lighthouse, 62 Cromer Road, Sherringham, Norfolk NR26 8RT.
Contact Luke and Helen
tel: 07964 542602 or 07933 201656
access: self referral
Suffolk SOBS
We are a self-help organisation to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend.
c/o 33 Turnstone Drive, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk IP32 7GT
tel: 07531 087623
email: [email protected]
web: uk-sobs.org.uk
access: self referral
Suffolk Foundation Partnership Trust
Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust provides mental health, substance misuse and learning disability services across Norfolk and Suffolk.
The Trust believes in recovery and wellbeing.
Hellesden Hospital, Drayton, High Road, Norwich NR6
tel: 01603 421421
email: [email protected]
web: nwmhft.nhs.uk
Suffolk Mind
Includes a number of peer support projects including:
Anxiety & OCD Support: A friendly informal group offering companionship, support and a listening ear for anxiety, depression, OCD, hoarding & Bi-Polar. No formal advice or structured program, just a group to share, listen and help each other. U18s need accompanying adult. Contact Anna.
tel: 07850 241 961
email: [email protected]
Bi-Polar Support Group: Thursday (1st of the month) 6.00pm - 7.30pm. This support group is run by Bi-Polar UK
Suffolk Mind, Tooley Room, Quay Place, Key Street, Ipswich, IP4 1BZ -
tel: 0333 323 3885
email: [email protected]
Eating Disorder Group: The Eating Recovery Group is held twice a month, alternative Thursdays between 6pm and 7.30pm. This group is for anybody seeking to improve their relationship with food and anybody managing eating disorders including anorexia, bulimia and addiction.
The Wherry Flint room, Quay Place, Key Street, Ipswich, IP4 1BZ.
tel: 01473 569696
PSN Network: The PSN Network Meetings are held at Quay Place, Key Street, Ipswich on the first Tuesday of every month. Groups start at 6.30pm for 6.45pm until 9pm (For people who have completed the full PSN training course). Contact Steve Roche
tel: 07727 658947
Swimming Self Help Group: This group provides a social, safe and therapeutic environment for our members to regularly meet and participate in a physical activity which is recognised to assist their mental health issues. We meet on Mondays (not bank holidays) from 3pm to 4pm until 10th September at a cost of £3 per session. People must contact our facilitator Anthony Dooley before hand
Fore Street Swimming Pool, Ipswich, IP4 1JZ
tel: 07876 571791.
Groups held in Stowmarket
Enigma: A Peer Support Group aimed at people over age 18, who endure long term mental health problems, emotional distress and anxiety which impacts on their day to day living. We offer support and encourage coping strategies and help to achieve a better understanding of positive mental health and wellbeing. Please Contact Linda Attwood 07866 617062 or Dani Davis 07806 881349.
Groups held in Saxmundham:
PSN Network: The PSN Network Meetings are held fortnightly at The Willows in Saxmundham. We meet on the second Tuesday and fourth Thursday of every month. Groups start at 6.30pm for 6.45pm until 9pm (For people who have completed the full PSN training course). For more info on Network meetings contact Contact Steve Roche.
tel: 07727 658947.
Spring
SPRING is run by people who are, or have been, affected by anxiety. We offer support to adults who have been affected by anxiety and/or panic disorders living in Suffolk.
The Orwell Centre, 114 Fore Hamlet, Ipswich IP3 8AF
tel: 07583 227785
email: [email protected]
web: spring.onesuffolk.net
access: referral and self referral
Well-come-group
Well-come is a mental health support group for people in the Dereham area of Norfolk. This volunteer-led group aims to reduce isolation and provides a wide range of therapeutic activities to contribute to the support and recovery of mental health.
Wellspring Family Centre, 35 Neatherd Rd Dereham, Norfolk NR19 2AE
tel: 01362 854581
email: [email protected]
web: well-come.co.uk
access: self referral and referral
Cambridgeshire and Bedfordshire
Mind BLMK (Bedfordshire, Luton and Milton Keynes)
Offering a range of services aimed at meeting individual needs and promoting mental health recovery, wellbeing and independence.
Rufus Centre, Steppingley Road, Flitwick, Bedfordshire MK45 1AH
tel: 0300 3300648
email: [email protected]
web: mind-blmk.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Bipolar UK
Self help groups in Cambridge, Suffolk, Norfolk, Essex, Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire
tel: 020 7931 6480
email: [email protected]
web: bipolaruk.org.uk
Caraline
Monthly self help group, confidential counselling and support service for people living with eating disorders.
Kline House, 13 George Street West, Luton LU1 2BJ
tel: 01582 457474
email: [email protected]
web: caraline.com
Access: referral and self referral
Hearing Voices Groups
Hearing Voices Groups are based firmly on an ethos of self help, mutual respect and empathy. They provide a safe space for people to share their experiences and support one another.
Bedford Day Resource Centre, BedfordHealthVillage, Kimbolton Road, Bedford MK40 2N
tel: 01234 310044
email: [email protected]
web: hearing-voices.org
access: self referral
Impact Mental Health Peer Support CIC
A peer support programme that helps enable recovery from mental distress.
1 Brewers Hill Road, Dunstable, Bedfordshire, LU6 1AA
tel: 01582 797596
email: [email protected]
web: impactmh.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
Lifecraft
Lifecraft is a self-help user-led organisation for adults who have experience of mental health difficulties in their lives.
The Bath House, Gwydir Street, Cambridge CB1 2LW
tel: 01223 566957
email: [email protected]g.uk
web: lifecraft.org.uk
access: self referral
Luton Citizens Advice Bureau
Peer support project.
24 - 26 King Street, Luton LU1 2DP
tel: 08442 451285
web: lutoncab.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
St George's Church Hall, Church Square, Toddington, Bedfordshire LU5 6BP
tel: 07712 595706
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
The Bath House, Mill Road, Cambridge CB1 2LW
tel: 07826 736308
web: oagb.org.uk
OCD Peer Support Group
This is a peer support group for those who experience OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and their carers.
Mind in Cambridge, Barrere House, 100 Chesterton Road, Cambridge CB4 1ER
tel: 01223 311320
email: [email protected]
web: mindincambs.org.uk
access: self referral
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
Community Centre, The Maltings, Eaton Socon, Cambridge PE19 8ES
tel: 07823 887413
web: oagb.org.uk
Essex and Hertfordshire
Abbots Langley depression self help group
We meet every Friday morning, 10.30-11.30am.
email: [email protected]
access: self referral
Fitness In Mind™ Brentwood
Starting in April 2016, Fitness In Mind™ Brentwood has consistently been providing FREE 12 week physical activity classes at The Brentwood Centre as an aid to improving mental and physical wellbeing.
Our classes are a great way to get into exercise for the first time, try something new or getting back into it after time away. Our classes are run by coaches with mental health awareness, with Peer Activators and Peer Support Workers in attendance. Please contact Chris Hood.
The Brentwood Centre, Doddinghurst Road, Brentwood, Essex, CM15 9NN
tel: 01277 246057
email: [email protected]
web: brentwood-centre.co.uk/sport-and-leisure/fitness-in-mind
facebook.com/fitnessinmindbrentwood
access: self referral
Fledgling Arts Collective Central
A community of art loving volunteers who encourage, give feedback and peer support on the art our members with mental health problems create and post to our Facebook collective.
tel: 07715 928326
email: [email protected]
web: fledglingartscollectivecentral.com
web: facebook.com/fledging.artscollective.central
Heart Reach
An innovative Barnet-based charity set up and run by creative people recovering from mental health problems. We make and sell beautiful, quirky and original products to our local community using the therapeutic gifts of arts and crafts to grow and develop.
tel: 07905 128545
email: [email protected]
web: heartreach.org or facebook.com/heartreachcharity/?ref=hl
access: self referral and referral
Hearing Voices Groups
Hearing Voices Groups are based firmly on an ethos of self help, mutual respect and empathy. They provide a safe space for people to share their experiences and support one another.
Guidepost Trust, Henry Smith House, 3-5 Estcourt Road, Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 2PT
tel: 01923 223554
email: [email protected]
web: hearing-voices.org
access: self referral
Hertfordshire Mind Network
We work across Hertfordshire, offering support to anyone in the county who is over the age of 16 and facing a mental health problem, or caring for those who are.
Our peer support work includes Meeting Places - drop-in groups costing £1 (to cover refreshments), which are informal, social environments where workshops sometimes take place (i.e. managing money). We also run a Peer Support Service, which includes free solution-focused 1-2-1 sessions focusing on personal goals to improve wellbeing (i.e. coping strategies, self care & engaging with the community).
The Wellbeing Centre, 501 St Albans Road, Watford, Hertfordshire, WD24 7RZ
tel: 02037 273600
email: [email protected]
web: HertsMindNetwork.org
access: referral and self referral
Miscarriage Support Group
Support volunteers, who have been through the experience of pregnancy loss themselves, who can offer real understanding and a listening ear.
Miscarriage Association, Windmill Children's Centre, Broadfield Road, Adeyfield, Hemel Hempstead HP2 4DW
tel: 01442 264089
email: [email protected]
web: directory.hertsdirect.org/kb5/hertfordshire/directory/service.page?id=qjlwsfrv2fM
OCD Support Groups
Fortnightly support groups for those suffering from OCD and four weekly support groups for people living alongside an OCD sufferer.
Herts Mind Network, Wellbeing Centre, 12 New Road, Ware, Hertfordshire SG12 7BS
tel: 07769 639186
email: [email protected]
web: feellighter.co.uk
access: referral and self-referral
One Place East
RUN-UP is a user led service for people experiencing mental health problems and their carers. We also run a peer support group every week. Phone for more details.
98-100 Ilford Lane, Ilford, Essex IG1 2LD
tel: 020 8925 2435
email: [email protected]
web: rcmh.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
St Andrews Church, Park Road, Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 4PY
tel: 01923 856 612
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
St Paul's Methodist Church, Turpin Rise, Stevenage, Hertfordshire SG2 8QR
tel: 07766 712394
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
St Andrews Parish Church, 4 St Andrews Road, Romford, Essex RM7 9AT
tel: 07446 114519
web: oagb.org.uk
Overeaters Anonymous
Meetings are gatherings of two or more compulsive overeaters who come together to share their personal experience and the strength and hope OA has given them.
Allum Lane Community Centre, 2 Allum Lane, Borehamwood, Hertfordshire WD6 3PJ
tel: 07952 083891
web: oagb.org.uk
Peer Support Scheme
Support groups.
Herts Partnership Foundation Trust, 99 Waverley Road, St Albans, Hertfordshire AL3 5TL
tel: 01727 804700
email: [email protected]
web: hpft.nhs.uk
access: referral and self referral
Rethink Recovery Point
A time limited recovery and self management service that will focus on helping you improve your mental health through community resources that promote social inclusion through improved access to mainstream services.
Rethink, 1b Queens Road, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS1 1LT
tel: 01702 330267
email: [email protected]
web: southendinfopoint.org/kb5/southendonsea
access: referral and self referral
St Albans depression self help group
Meets the third Friday of each month 7.30-9.30pm. Contact Peter for more information.
tel: 07941 450345
web: depressionalliance-stalbans.org.uk
access: self referral
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
We are a self-help organisation to meet the needs and break the isolation of those bereaved by the suicide of a close relative or friend.
Watford, Hertfordshire
tel: 01923 245920
email: [email protected]
web: uk-sobs.org.uk
access: self referral
Watford Women's Centre
We provides non-judgemental support and accurate information to empower women to make choices. We offer a range of services rooted in the realities and dreams of local women.
29 Charter Place, Watford, Hertfordshire WD17 2RU
tel: 01923 816229
email: [email protected]
web: wwcplus.org.uk
access: referral and self referral
