Wayahead’s Social Anxiety Online Anxiety Support group is run by Nara and Perry on the 1st & 3rd Tuesday of the month at 6pm.
If you would like to attend this group please register here
Our online groups are usually comprised of a small number of people who come together over Zoom to share personal experiences and information in a safe, friendly and supportive environment.
It is a safe space for people with social anxiety to share our stories and coping strategies, as well as receive support from others with similar experiences. The meetings usually start with self-introductions, where you can share a bit about who you are, your journey with anxiety, and what you hope to get out of the group. You are free to share as much, or as little as you are comfortable with.
Information:
• The meetings usually last for 2 hours, but you do not have to stay for the entire duration if you are unable to.
• We also understand that for people with social anxiety, it can be hard entering social situations, so while we encourage you to participate with your camera and microphone on, neither are required, so you are free to just stay and listen, or use the text chat function as well.
• For your own privacy, please use your first name only when you enter the Zoom call.
• Please also note that the support group is only for people who are currently living in Australia.
Please feel free to send us an email if you have any concerns, or further questions about the group.
All Wayahead support groups are free of charge.
IMPORTANT – This is not a treatment group. It is a place where people who are impacted by anxiety can give and receive support related to living with and managing their anxiety. It is facilitated by trained volunteers who have a diverse range of experiences but who are not qualified health professionals. As such, this group is not suitable for people with high levels of mental distress which may be associated with psychosis, severe depression or active post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). We recommend that you do not attend this group if you are experiencing high levels of distress as it is unlikely that it will able to meet your needs.
For more information, or to discuss whether this group is suitable for you, please call 1300 794 992 or email supportgroups@wayahead.org.au.