Anxiety Support Groups in East Sussex

The Andala Journey Therapy Marathon is a two-day intensive group experience for psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainees who wish to explore their own depth through creativity and relational process. Blending Transactional Analysis, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Art Therapy, and Dance Movement Psychotherapy, the marathon invites participants to move beyond words and engage with the unconscious through image, body, and dialogue. Guided by three facilitators in a small group setting, it offers both individual work within the group and collective exploration. Includes traditional Italian lunch and refreshments. Counts as personal therapy or CPD hours.
Photo of Giovanni Felice Pace, Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Hosted by Giovanni Felice Pace
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Group meets in Hove BN3
I work with trauma, identity, anxiety, depression, and relational difficulties.
The Andala Journey Therapy Marathon is a two-day intensive group experience for psychotherapists, counsellors, and trainees who wish to explore their own depth through creativity and relational process. Blending Transactional Analysis, Jungian Analytical Psychology, Art Therapy, and Dance Movement Psychotherapy, the marathon invites participants to move beyond words and engage with the unconscious through image, body, and dialogue. Guided by three facilitators in a small group setting, it offers both individual work within the group and collective exploration. Includes traditional Italian lunch and refreshments. Counts as personal therapy or CPD hours.
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This is an interactive talk that gives insights, the latest scientific understanding along with universal wisdom, helping you in these areas of life that can have such a big impact on our happiness, health and enjoyment of life. Giving you an understanding of the importance of anxiety and how to keep it in proportion in today’s stressful times. Learn two fundamental tools that can help you or your family members. Covering: *Calming the body- calming the mind * Where is your focus? What is it’s impact? *Getting back to basics Join Bunty a highly experienced trainer and psychotherapist.
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Hosted by Bunty Dann
Psychotherapist, MHGI
Group meets in Ardingly RH17
This is an interactive talk that gives insights, the latest scientific understanding along with universal wisdom, helping you in these areas of life that can have such a big impact on our happiness, health and enjoyment of life. Giving you an understanding of the importance of anxiety and how to keep it in proportion in today’s stressful times. Learn two fundamental tools that can help you or your family members. Covering: *Calming the body- calming the mind * Where is your focus? What is it’s impact? *Getting back to basics Join Bunty a highly experienced trainer and psychotherapist.
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This group is for anyone over 18 who has experienced or is currently experiencing depression and anxiety. Opening up to others can be difficult. Being true to ourselves in relationship with others can be hard. This group is a safe space to be, explore and learn about depression and anxiety. And it is also a space to practice and challenge ourselves in a supportive and encouraging environment. This group will have no more than 6 participants. We are stronger together
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Hosted by Laurence Baretto de Souza
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Seaford BN25
I have worked with people dealing with many issues including bereavements and loss, anxiety, depression, addictions, OCD, PTSD, phobias and eating disorders.
This group is for anyone over 18 who has experienced or is currently experiencing depression and anxiety. Opening up to others can be difficult. Being true to ourselves in relationship with others can be hard. This group is a safe space to be, explore and learn about depression and anxiety. And it is also a space to practice and challenge ourselves in a supportive and encouraging environment. This group will have no more than 6 participants. We are stronger together
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This group will run for approximately 6 weeks. The group therapy will include talk therapy as well as psychoeducation around the role of sleep, nutrition and movement. It is possible the group could run for longer if participants want this. The group will run from Saturday 17th January at 12noon for 6 weeks.
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Hosted by Rachel Sills Penny-Lanyi
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Crowborough TN6
My main focus of work is anxiety.
This group will run for approximately 6 weeks. The group therapy will include talk therapy as well as psychoeducation around the role of sleep, nutrition and movement. It is possible the group could run for longer if participants want this. The group will run from Saturday 17th January at 12noon for 6 weeks.
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This group is for anyone over 18 who has been suffering of Chronic Pain. This group is a safe space to be, explore, learn and practice psycho-social treatments for chronic pain conditions such as IBS, Fibromyalgia, Functional Neurological Disorder whether they have been formally diagnose or not. The group will offer a supportive and encouraging space for people who suffer from chronic pain, reducing and freeing them through psychotherapeutic strategies.
Photo of Laurence Baretto de Souza, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hosted by Laurence Baretto de Souza
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Seaford BN25
I have worked with people dealing with many issues including bereavements and loss, anxiety, depression, addictions, OCD, PTSD, phobias and eating disorders.
This group is for anyone over 18 who has been suffering of Chronic Pain. This group is a safe space to be, explore, learn and practice psycho-social treatments for chronic pain conditions such as IBS, Fibromyalgia, Functional Neurological Disorder whether they have been formally diagnose or not. The group will offer a supportive and encouraging space for people who suffer from chronic pain, reducing and freeing them through psychotherapeutic strategies.
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Online Groups

This Online group is for you if you are currently struggling to maintain social connections, feeling lonely, feeling anxious, experiencing low moods, worried about getting sick, worried about loved ones getting sick, worried about financial insecurity and employment. I welcome you to share your experiences and work on understanding yourself in a compassionate and therapeutic environment. This group setting can help you realise that you are not alone and help you on your journey towards improving your mental health.
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Hosted by Melissa Thompson
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Group meets in London SE1
This Online group is for you if you are currently struggling to maintain social connections, feeling lonely, feeling anxious, experiencing low moods, worried about getting sick, worried about loved ones getting sick, worried about financial insecurity and employment. I welcome you to share your experiences and work on understanding yourself in a compassionate and therapeutic environment. This group setting can help you realise that you are not alone and help you on your journey towards improving your mental health.
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Fear Fighter is a queer-friendly, anxiety management group for LGBTQ+ people and allies. This closed 12-week group begins Tuesday 23rd September and includes 10 sessions (sessions 9–10 spaced over 2 weeks). Each session runs for 1.5–2 hours with short breaks. Designed for those struggling with panic, worry, OCD, phobias, or social anxiety, it focuses on breaking vicious cycles using powerful behavioural tools. Dynamic and liberating, it empowers you to reclaim a life beyond fear. Those with PTSD may attend only if also in 1:1 therapy. Book now: https://fightingfear.co.uk/lgbtq-events/
Photo of Saquib Ahmad - Fighting Fear, Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Hosted by Fighting Fear
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Group meets in London EC1N
As a trauma specialist, I offer expert support for a wide range of mental health challenges; including low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and abuse.
Fear Fighter is a queer-friendly, anxiety management group for LGBTQ+ people and allies. This closed 12-week group begins Tuesday 23rd September and includes 10 sessions (sessions 9–10 spaced over 2 weeks). Each session runs for 1.5–2 hours with short breaks. Designed for those struggling with panic, worry, OCD, phobias, or social anxiety, it focuses on breaking vicious cycles using powerful behavioural tools. Dynamic and liberating, it empowers you to reclaim a life beyond fear. Those with PTSD may attend only if also in 1:1 therapy. Book now: https://fightingfear.co.uk/lgbtq-events/
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A safe, accepting contact group designed to explore men's experiences of mental health issues with peer/therapist support. A space to talk about day to day experience of life's challenges for men. Practical ways to manage mental health issues and to increase resilience around all issues including anxiety, anger, depression, relationships, stress, work, confidence, assertiveness, masculinity and more...
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Hosted by Susan Bailey
Psychotherapist, MA, MBACP Accred
Group meets in Romford RM3
A safe, accepting contact group designed to explore men's experiences of mental health issues with peer/therapist support. A space to talk about day to day experience of life's challenges for men. Practical ways to manage mental health issues and to increase resilience around all issues including anxiety, anger, depression, relationships, stress, work, confidence, assertiveness, masculinity and more...
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Often, we may feel isolated with our problems, believing that no one truly understands what we’re going through. One of the greatest advantages of group therapy is the sense of connection it fosters, bringing together people who face similar challenges. Realizing that we’re not alone, and that we can also provide support to others, can be deeply comforting and empowering. Other key benefits of group therapy include: • Peer feedback and encouragement • Learning healthier coping strategies • Expressing feelings more clearly • Developing effective communication skills • Receiving emotional support • Offering support to others
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Hosted by Stathi Anthopoulos
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Group meets in London SW9
Often, we may feel isolated with our problems, believing that no one truly understands what we’re going through. One of the greatest advantages of group therapy is the sense of connection it fosters, bringing together people who face similar challenges. Realizing that we’re not alone, and that we can also provide support to others, can be deeply comforting and empowering. Other key benefits of group therapy include: • Peer feedback and encouragement • Learning healthier coping strategies • Expressing feelings more clearly • Developing effective communication skills • Receiving emotional support • Offering support to others
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If you’ve experienced relationship challenges—whether it’s conflict, abuse, affairs, divorce, or other struggles—it can feel overwhelming and isolating. In this weekly 2-hour online therapy group, you’ll connect with others who understand the pain and complexity of these experiences. This group is a safe, compassionate space to share your story, process emotions, and find support. Together, we’ll explore ways to heal, set boundaries, rebuild trust, and rediscover your sense of self. You’ll gain connection, clarity, and tools to move forward—all from the comfort of your own home. Contact me today to learn more and reserve your spot.
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Hosted by Daniel James Thomas-Wallis
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Group meets in Weybridge KT13
If you’ve experienced relationship challenges—whether it’s conflict, abuse, affairs, divorce, or other struggles—it can feel overwhelming and isolating. In this weekly 2-hour online therapy group, you’ll connect with others who understand the pain and complexity of these experiences. This group is a safe, compassionate space to share your story, process emotions, and find support. Together, we’ll explore ways to heal, set boundaries, rebuild trust, and rediscover your sense of self. You’ll gain connection, clarity, and tools to move forward—all from the comfort of your own home. Contact me today to learn more and reserve your spot.
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These therapy groups are run along Group Analytic lines. They provide a safe , confidential setting for addressing issues such as difficulties around relationships ,family and work, depression, anxiety ,self esteem ,life transitions, and meaning They can be the treatment of choice for developing one's potential for establishing more rewarding and creative relationships with oneself, partners, family and work colleagues The Group has up to 8 participants plus the Group Therapist
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Hosted by Dr Jessica Mayer Johnson
Psychotherapist, PhD, BPC
Group meets in London N1
These therapy groups are run along Group Analytic lines. They provide a safe , confidential setting for addressing issues such as difficulties around relationships ,family and work, depression, anxiety ,self esteem ,life transitions, and meaning They can be the treatment of choice for developing one's potential for establishing more rewarding and creative relationships with oneself, partners, family and work colleagues The Group has up to 8 participants plus the Group Therapist
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Yoga Nidra, meaning, “sleep of the Yogi/psychic sleep”, practiced lying down comfortably on Yoga Mat. IRest produces a relaxed and deep state of meditation progressing through the mind’s stages. A journey through stillness and mindfulness, bringing clarity, calmness & serenity. The guided meditation is powerful, rejuvenating, restful practice for inducing mental, emotional, physical relaxation, intuition and self understanding. Guiding you through awareness of body, sensations, emotions, and visualization journeys, using a systematic method. It takes you to the borderline “state of mind” between sleep and wakefulness. Balancing Minds and wellbeing. Max 2 people.
Photo of Victoria Emma Sara Franklin - Therapy Works Surrey, Psychotherapist, MBACP
Hosted by Therapy Works Surrey
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Caterham CR3
Yoga Nidra, meaning, “sleep of the Yogi/psychic sleep”, practiced lying down comfortably on Yoga Mat. IRest produces a relaxed and deep state of meditation progressing through the mind’s stages. A journey through stillness and mindfulness, bringing clarity, calmness & serenity. The guided meditation is powerful, rejuvenating, restful practice for inducing mental, emotional, physical relaxation, intuition and self understanding. Guiding you through awareness of body, sensations, emotions, and visualization journeys, using a systematic method. It takes you to the borderline “state of mind” between sleep and wakefulness. Balancing Minds and wellbeing. Max 2 people.
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Anxiety management group to help treat the symptoms of anxiety. With a duration of 60-90 minutes . A firm focus on psychological education and client centered support. Please email or call to enquire.
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Hosted by Warren Vinciguerra
Counsellor, MBACP
Group meets in Guildford GU2
Anxiety management group to help treat the symptoms of anxiety. With a duration of 60-90 minutes . A firm focus on psychological education and client centered support. Please email or call to enquire.
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Group therapy offers a safe, therapeutic place to speak about yourself, your family and other relationships. Conflicts and worries can be explored with others who are going through similar issues. Groups of up to 8 members meet once or twice a week in a safe and confidential space. Each session lasts 90 minutes. Before joining the group, you will meet several times with me. This type of therapy is especially recommended for those who are having problems in relationships with others, feel isolated, depressed or suffer from social anxiety.
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Hosted by Maria-Jose Blanco
Psychotherapist, PhD, MUKCP
Group meets in London W6
Group therapy offers a safe, therapeutic place to speak about yourself, your family and other relationships. Conflicts and worries can be explored with others who are going through similar issues. Groups of up to 8 members meet once or twice a week in a safe and confidential space. Each session lasts 90 minutes. Before joining the group, you will meet several times with me. This type of therapy is especially recommended for those who are having problems in relationships with others, feel isolated, depressed or suffer from social anxiety.
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If you experience social- anxiety, feel excluded in social situations or insecure in your relationships, psychodrama could be for you. Psychodrama offers a dynamic and creative way to explore your emotions, relationships, and personal challenges in a group context. Psychodrama works creatively, through action and role-play to bring your experiences to life, helping you gain insight, develop spontaneity, and build emotional resilience within a supportive group setting. No acting experience is needed. Whether you want to process past experiences, improve relationships, or discover new ways of being, this group offers a safe, evidence-based and transformative space.
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Hosted by William Berisch-Secretan
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Group meets in London NW1
If you experience social- anxiety, feel excluded in social situations or insecure in your relationships, psychodrama could be for you. Psychodrama offers a dynamic and creative way to explore your emotions, relationships, and personal challenges in a group context. Psychodrama works creatively, through action and role-play to bring your experiences to life, helping you gain insight, develop spontaneity, and build emotional resilience within a supportive group setting. No acting experience is needed. Whether you want to process past experiences, improve relationships, or discover new ways of being, this group offers a safe, evidence-based and transformative space.
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Often times, the spouses/partners of the index client, go through vicarious trauma and/or experience depressive symptoms following the primary client's diagnosis and prognosis particularly in cases where the diagnosis is to do with a chronic/ Long Term Condition (LTC)/ Road Traffic Collision (RTC). Over the last few years, I have completed a CBT based training in Couples Therapy & LTC. Along with a colleague who is a Mindfulness practitioner, we have put together a 10-session module for such couples called 'Navigating the new normal together' (NTNNT). It will be run online in a course/ group format.
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Hosted by Shikainah Champion
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Group meets in Banstead SM7
Often times, the spouses/partners of the index client, go through vicarious trauma and/or experience depressive symptoms following the primary client's diagnosis and prognosis particularly in cases where the diagnosis is to do with a chronic/ Long Term Condition (LTC)/ Road Traffic Collision (RTC). Over the last few years, I have completed a CBT based training in Couples Therapy & LTC. Along with a colleague who is a Mindfulness practitioner, we have put together a 10-session module for such couples called 'Navigating the new normal together' (NTNNT). It will be run online in a course/ group format.
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Therapist-led support group for those living with social anxiety. You'll find a safe, non-judgmental space to share your experiences, challenges, and triumphs with others who truly understand. We offer skill-building sessions to help you manage social anxiety, build confidence, and improve social interactions. Our group is open to anyone with social anxiety, whether newly diagnosed or managing it for years. We welcome you with open arms. We meet fortnightly in person. Each meeting lasts 90 minutes. The cost per session is £40, and the group size is limited to six people for a comfortable, intimate setting.
Photo of Silvi Neykova, Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Hosted by Silvi Neykova
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Group meets in London SE1
Therapist-led support group for those living with social anxiety. You'll find a safe, non-judgmental space to share your experiences, challenges, and triumphs with others who truly understand. We offer skill-building sessions to help you manage social anxiety, build confidence, and improve social interactions. Our group is open to anyone with social anxiety, whether newly diagnosed or managing it for years. We welcome you with open arms. We meet fortnightly in person. Each meeting lasts 90 minutes. The cost per session is £40, and the group size is limited to six people for a comfortable, intimate setting.
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From birth, we are part of many groups — family, friends, school, work. Our lives are shaped by these experiences, often in ways we don't fully understand. Group Analytic Psychotherapy offers a unique space to explore relational difficulties in a safe, confidential setting. Within the group, you can reflect on patterns, build insight, and experiment with new ways of relating — without the real-life consequences. It’s a powerful and cost efficient way to understand yourself through others.
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Hosted by Katerina Dafini
Psychotherapist, MA, MUKCP
Group meets in Bromley BR1
From birth, we are part of many groups — family, friends, school, work. Our lives are shaped by these experiences, often in ways we don't fully understand. Group Analytic Psychotherapy offers a unique space to explore relational difficulties in a safe, confidential setting. Within the group, you can reflect on patterns, build insight, and experiment with new ways of relating — without the real-life consequences. It’s a powerful and cost efficient way to understand yourself through others.
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YANA is a 8 week support and development group for people struggling with anxiety. The group aims to help you feel less isolated, and find new ways dealing with the nervous feelings. It combines Mindfulness and CBT approaches to assist you in developing coping strategies to live your life in a more fulfilled way. The experience of hearing from and being with others, helps to create a confidential and safe place to explore difficult feelings.
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Hosted by Vanessa Aggrey
Counsellor
Group meets in London W1U
YANA is a 8 week support and development group for people struggling with anxiety. The group aims to help you feel less isolated, and find new ways dealing with the nervous feelings. It combines Mindfulness and CBT approaches to assist you in developing coping strategies to live your life in a more fulfilled way. The experience of hearing from and being with others, helps to create a confidential and safe place to explore difficult feelings.
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This online course is a programme based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). The course aims to equip you with the skills needed to break the cycle of depression and to help manage your symptoms better. CBT looks at how we think and behave in certain ways in response to situations or events, and how these things can impact upon how we feel both physically and emotionally. CBT looks at making changes to how we think and the things we do, as this can improve how we feel.
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Hosted by Dr Aisan Ghaemian
Psychotherapist, PhD, MBABCP
Group meets in London N10
This online course is a programme based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT). The course aims to equip you with the skills needed to break the cycle of depression and to help manage your symptoms better. CBT looks at how we think and behave in certain ways in response to situations or events, and how these things can impact upon how we feel both physically and emotionally. CBT looks at making changes to how we think and the things we do, as this can improve how we feel.
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Anxiety Support Groups
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.

What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.

How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.

How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.