Peer Support may be defined as the help and support that people with lived experience of mental distress are able to give to one another. It may be social, emotional or practical support but importantly this support is mutually offered and reciprocal, allowing peers to benefit from the support whether they are giving or receiving it. Non-judgemental and personal. Key elements of Peer Support in mental health include that it is built on shared personal experience and empathy, it focuses on an individual’s strengths not weaknesses, and works towards the individual’s wellbeing and recovery.
PEER SUPPORT GROUPS FOR ADULTS - FIVE FREE OPTIONS
Come together in a supportive, safe, and hope-focused environment.
Anxiety NZ Peer Support Groups are funded for people based in Tāmaki Makaurau Auckland.
To find out more about community groups outside of Auckland, click here.
All Peer Group Facilitators are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
If you’d like to find out about having 1:1 therapy with a Psychologist (in addition or instead of joining a Peer Group) you can find out more by visiting Therapeutic Services.
SOCIAL ANXIETY PEER SUPPORT GROUP - SATURDAYS
A small and safe group supporting those who experience social anxiety or social phobia.
An excellent opportunity to learn and practice new skills in a supported space.
Every second Saturday 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Self-referral or health professional referral required
Location: Anxiety NZ Trust, 77 Morningside Drive, St Lukes.
SOCIAL ANXIETY PEER SUPPORT GROUP - WEDNESDAYS
Fun, friendship, sharing and understanding in a safe and supportive environment.
Fortnightly Wednesdays 4:15pm - 6:15 pm.
Self-referral or health professional referral required
Location: Anxiety NZ Trust, 77 Morningside Drive, St Lukes.
GENERAL PEER SUPPORT GROUP -THURSDAYS
Fun, friendship, sharing and understanding in a safe and supportive environment.
Facilitated by a registered psychologist
Fortnightly Thursdays 6:00pm - 8:00 pm.
Self-referral or health professional referral required
Location: Anxiety NZ Trust, 77 Morningside Drive, St Lukes.
BALANCE PEER SUPPORT GROUP - THURSDAYS
A safe space for women with anxiety to meet and have meaningful conversations in a confidential and supportive environment. Components of the meetings include psychoeducation, sharing experiences, practical strategies and resources.
Facilitated by two peer group facilitators
Fortnightly Thursday 6:00pm - 8:00 pm.
Self-referral or health professional referral required
Location: Currently via ZOOM online. When safe to do so at Anxiety NZ Trust, 77 Morningside Drive, St Lukes.
NORTHSHORE PEER SUPPORT GROUP - THURSDAYS
A gender inclusive group meeting in-person in Takapuna, on the North Shore, Auckland. The aim is to provide a safe and supportive space to connect with others, share experiences, and learn practical skills to manage anxiety. Facilitated by two peer group facilitators
Held fortnightly on Thursdays at 6:30pm-8:30pm
Self-referral or health professional referral required
Location: Takapuna, Auckland.
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