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Supporting anybody affected by self-harm
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Welcome to Battle Scars
We are a small, dedicated, 100% survivor-led and run charity offering local, regional, national and international support around self-harm. Self-harm is far more widespread and complex than most people realise. It's often hidden and frequently judged due to the stigma attached to it. Our aim is to break down this stigma, raise awareness and challenge harmful myths. We support anyone affected by self-harm - regardless of gender, age, background or location. We provide easy-to-access services both for those who struggle with self-harm and for those who support them — including families, carers, friends, and professionals.
If you’re in or near Leeds, you can access our face-to-face services, alongside our England-wide phone support, UK-wide virtual groups and worldwide online support. 
The Battle Scars premises at the Onward Mental Health & Wellbeing Hub
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Battle Scars is really a wonderful and needed organisation ran by people who know the field first hand and they truly care about it." 
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FREE workbook for 10-17 year-olds who self-harm
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Click on image to book
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"Really insightful"
"Thank you for sharing your experience with self harm"
"That was really interesting thank you"
"Thank you, can think of several folk that would benefit from your gentle introduction"
"I will definitely be utilising everything you have spoken about"
"This was so helpful"
"Many thanks, great resources"
"Thank you for sharing your experience with self harm"
"That was really interesting thank you"
"Thank you, can think of several folk that would benefit from your gentle introduction"
"I will definitely be utilising everything you have spoken about"
"This was so helpful"
"Many thanks, great resources"
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We provide resources that:
Battle Scars wristbands - youth, adult & adult XL sizes available
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Order crisis cards and I Need To Tell You leaflets for personal use
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"I self-harm to have some control over the chaos in my mind, to release the pressure of a drowning soul. But the Battle Scars Facebook group has helped me shed the shame I felt regarding my self-harm and gave me a safe space to talk about my urges and feelings without judgment. It has helped me break the cycle and pull out of the spiral I was in" |
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Battle Scars statement:
Battle Scars strongly disagrees with the Supreme Court ruling that denies the recognition of trans women as women under the law. This decision is not just a legal setback – it is a direct attack on the dignity and identity of trans people. We affirm, without hesitation, that trans women are women. At Battle Scars, we have always had strong representation from the LGBTQ+ community, and we deeply share in the pain and concern of others affected by the Supreme Court ruling. Our charity will continue to stand in solidarity with the trans community and all those affected by this harmful decision. Our spaces – whether in-person or online – always have been and always will be safe and inclusive for people of all genders. |
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