Supportive Online Spaces
Connecting with understanding people can make a big difference to someone struggling with their mental health. However, the thought of walking into a room full of strangers can be daunting, raising worries about feeling awkward or not knowing what to say.
Online groups can be a real help, as they offer support and community accessible from home, reducing some of that initial worry and offering new ways to manage emotions, enjoy a hobby, or chat with people who share similar experiences.
WATCH Workshops?
Our partners at WATCH CIO offer safe, welcoming workshops, including Pathways drop-in and Peer Worker Development training. Their goal is to provide practical tools that people can use in their everyday lives to help themselves and others.
Mind in Somerset Online Groups
Mind in Somerset has groups where people can connect through shared activities like creative arts and crafts or role-playing games, helping members find community and satisfaction in the things they enjoy.
Fitness and Fun with SASP
Unbreakable Men from our partner SASP offers men a chance to improve physical fitness while getting mentally fit, too. It’s all about taking positive, practical steps to boost your mental and physical health. As well as in-person activities, there are light-hearted online sessions where like-minded men get together to chat about ways to improve wellbeing.
Managing Emotions
Sometimes, feelings of anxiety, sadness, frustration, or other emotional responses can make it difficult to manage our daily lives. This 10-week online course, delivered by the NHS, gives practical, everyday strategies to help you improve your mental wellbeing. It’s structured like a friendly, informal class rather than a therapy group, and there is no pressure to speak or even have your camera on.
Take a look at the list below and click on the links to learn more.
Event | Details | Day | Link/Info | Who | Host |
Role Playing Games | Incorporating role-playing games and a peer space to support your mental health. | Monday, 1:30pm – 4:00pm | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Ways to Wellbeing | Learn simple tools to support your wellbeing in this 4 week course | Tuesday 13th October, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm, for four weeks. | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | WATCH CIO | |
Unbreakable Men | Unbreakable Men is a community of like-minded men who just want to feel their best. | Tuesday 7:30 - 8:30pm | Men aged 18+ across Somerset. | SASP | |
Pathways | A low-pressure environment where attendees can join with their cameras off or simply use the chat function to share interests and learn about community events. | Every Tuesday from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | WATCH CIO | |
Reclaim the Body | Use gentle movements to sooth the nervous system and build body/mind resilience. | Tuesdays 2:00pm- 3:30pm 6 week ongoing course on zoom. | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Peer Worker Development | Training for anyone with lived experience of mental health challenges who wants to support others. | Wednesday 30th September, 10:00 am – 12:30 pm | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | WATCH CIO | |
Wellbeing Friends | A friendly, supportive group where you can learn coping strategies to improve wellbeing. 12-week course includes: 5 Ways to Wellbeing, Relaxation, Sleep, Goal Setting, Stress and Anxiety, Catastrophising, Confidence, Change | This peer-support group meets Online every Wednesday from 11:00am to 1:00pm. | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Peer Support Group | A safe space to meet like-minded people, chat about daily life, share interests, and join quizzes | Wednesday, 2:30pm – 4:00pm | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Cycles of Change | Explore 3 guided sessions: Self Care, Skills for Wellbeing, Self Esteem. | Wednesday, 6:00pm – 8:00pm | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Art and Craft Support Group | This is an opportunity to meet regularly online and develop craft skills in a calm and supportive environment. | Thursday, 1:30-3:00pm | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Mind in Somerset |
Managing Your Emotions Course | A 10 week course designed to give you practical, everyday strategies to help you steady the ship and improve your mental wellbeing. | Next course starts 13th October 2026. | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | NHS |
How to Sign Up
Signing up for the groups and courses is straightforward via the links in the table or by calling Mindline Somerseton 01823 276892 or freephone 0800 138 1692.