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Mental health peer support on Discord. A safe space for anyone who are 18+ seeking support or wanting to help others.  If you are struggling please do not suffer in silence. On our online community peer support forum you can talk about your mental health and connect with others who are experiencing or have experienced mental health difficulties. Together we can make a difference!!  This is a place to connect with others, learn from each other,  inspire and uplift others to take positive steps along their journey.


**LETS CONNECT ** 



**HOW TO JOIN VIA MOBILE**
Click the join Discord button on the right hand side of the app above.
Click accept invite.
If you haven't got Discord download it from your app store.
Follow the steps to connect to the online community peer support server.
Make sure your email is verified on Discord so you can post.

**HOW TO JOIN VIA YOUR COMPUTER**
Click the join Discord button on the right hand side of the app above.
Follow the steps to connect to the online community peer support server.
Make sure your email is verified on Discord so you can post.


**PLEASE NOTE** Any advice given on the server should not be used in replace of professional advice. If you think you or someone you know may have a mental health illness professional advice should be sought also.  Unfortunately we cannot help you if you are feeling suicidal. This peer support channel is not facilitated 24/7.  If you are in crisis or need professional help please do not post on this channel, please immediately contact your doctor, mental health team or emergency services. 





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