Support Groups

Support Groups by PSL

PSL offers various support groups throughout Hampshire for the family and friends of people who use drugs and alcohol (parents, partners, husbands, wives, friends, brothers, sisters, grandparents).

In Southampton, we provide an evening support group the first Tuesday of the month from 7.00 – 8.30 pm offering a safe place to talk through how you are feeling and to share concerns and experiences with others who are coping with drug and alcohol use in the family. This is a facilitated group meeting.

The life leap club, is a group for those who have progressed through the service and are now able to support others in a peer led group.

PSL provides the family support services for Inclusion Hampshire part of this support is to provide support groups in every Inclusion Hub in Hampshire ( please see the list under 1-2-1 support).

To find out more, please call the telephone contact line: 023 8039 9764

Wellbeing Workshops

Throughout the year we run a rolling programme of Health and Wellbeing workshops. The sessions are designed to help our family members to better
understand and recognise their own needs, the workshops are interactive, informative, fun and introduce new ideas and skills.

The subjects include Mindfulness, Aromatherapy, coping with anxiety as well as many more. They take place on a Wednesday morning and last approx. one and a half hours (see the calendar of events for more information)

Stepping Stones Workshops

PSL recognise that our carers may feel stuck or even trapped due to their family or friends substance misuse. As a way of helping people to make changes PSL have created workshops that challenge negative thought patterns.

The Stepping stone sessions are run in a course of 6 sessions which include Reducing and managing stress, Negative thought barriers, Behaviour cycles and much more.(see the calendar of events for more information)

For details of all our support groups please see our events listing by clicking here.

Tai Chi

Tai Chi is a traditional Chinese martial art that focuses on slow, flowing movements, deep breathing, and mindfulness. It is often practiced for its health benefits, including improved balance, flexibility, and stress relief. Rooted in ancient philosophy, Tai Chi promotes harmony between the mind and body, making it a popular practice for relaxation and overall well-being.

Please sing loudly

Singing in a group, even if you don’t have a great voice, has many benefits! It boosts mood, reduces stress, and creates a sense of connection and belonging. Singing together releases feel-good hormones like endorphins and oxytocin, which can help improve mental well-being. It also enhances breathing, posture, and confidence while fostering a fun and supportive atmosphere where everyone can enjoy the music without judgment

Yoga sessions

Yoga is a mind-body practice that combines physical postures, breathing exercises, and meditation to promote flexibility, strength, and relaxation. Rooted in ancient Indian tradition, it helps improve mental and physical well-being by reducing stress, enhancing focus, and increasing body awareness. Yoga is accessible to all levels and can be adapted to suit individual needs.