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 | Who | Details | Link | Host |
Unbreakable Men | Men aged 18+ across Somerset. | Unbreakable Men is a community of like-minded men who just want to feel their best. | SASP | |
Inner Blue Sky | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Learn simple tools to support your wellbeing in this 4 week course | WATCH CIO | |
Self-Discovery Workshops | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Self-management tips and practical tools for recovery. | WATCH CIO | |
Peer Worker Development | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Anyone with lived experience of mental health challenges who wants to support others. | WATCH CIO | |
Pathways | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Pathways offers an online drop-in space on Zoom every Tuesday from 10 am to 12 pm | WATCH CIO | |
Managing Your Emotions Course | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Designed to give you practical, everyday strategies to help you steady the ship and improve your mental wellbeing. | NHS | |
Wellbeing Friends | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | 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 | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
Peer Support Group | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | A safe space to meet like-minded people, chat about daily life, share interests, and join quizzes | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
Art and Craft Support Group | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | This is an opportunity to meet regularly online Thursday 1:30pm – 3:00pm and develop craft skills in a calm and supportive environment. | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
Role Playing Games | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Incorporating role-playing games and a peer space to support your mental health, online Mondays 1.30-4pm. | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
Cycles of Change | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Explore 3 guided sessions: Self Care, Skills for Wellbeing, Self Esteem, all online Wednesday evenings 6-8pm | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
Reclaim the Body | Open to adults (18+) across Somerset. | Use gentle movements to sooth the nervous system and build body/mind resilience. Tuesdays 1:00pm- 2:30pm, a 6 week ongoing course online. | Self‑refer via Mindline Somerset on 01823 276 892 or visit: Mind Wellbeing & Recovery Groups | Mind in Somerset |
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.