Zoom groups for parents/family of people who self-harm

"I was very nervous the first time I attended. I wasn't sure what to expect and I was afraid of being judged. Also I was worried it was going to be really depressing and upsetting. I find the group really supportive and a safe space to talk about anything. I felt it was good to hear from others going through the same thing" 

Regular virtual group for parents/family of people who self-harm (of all ages)
The group will run every other Tuesday evening at 6.30 to 8 pm. 
In order to get invited  you must join the mailing list by filling in the short form below. Groups are capped to 12 (including facilitators) and booking is on a first-come-first-served basis. Invites get sent out 2-3 days before.
The group will be facilitated by the Battle Scars CEO and a volunteer. You don't need to have your video on and you can register under any name you feel comfortable with. 

AIMS OF THE GROUP
To provide a safe virtual space for parents and family of people who self-harm of all ages to get support, share experiences, ask for advice/suggestions, get a better understanding of self-harm, engage in peer support (help and be helped) and reduce isolation.

For advice/dos & don'ts please visit the family section. ​

"Me and my husband joined battle scars support group this year. From just a few meetings, we have gained a lot of knowledge and also ideas of how to help our son. It was very daunting at first, as we didn’t know what to expect from the group, but we were put at ease from the start. We so look forward to the meetings now, as everyone is in the same position. We really can say what we are having to deal with. There is no judgment, or having to make excuses of why our son self-harms.  Even though Covid has stopped the group face to face, doing it on zoom is just as productive. We never end the session feeling down or upset, we actually leave smiling"