Free Online Support Groups for Trauma
Trauma is not just what happened. It is how the body, mind, and life keep responding afterward. Peer support groups offer a place to talk about that with people who understand the long aftermath.
Live groups available daily.
Upcoming Groups
Member-led
For those wanting a safe space to process trauma
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A tranquil space for healing together.
Judy
Hi Everybody. As trauma survivors, most of us know, only too well, how hard it can be to cope with loneliness: our battles with grief, self-isolation & moodiness can drain our energy & challenge our quality of life. Truth is, too much ‘time alone’ can cause even the strongest people to sink into despair. Why struggle by yourself, when here at Sharewell, you can enjoy the caring connections & support that you deserve? In these sessions, I’ll read a thoughtful quote & we’ll each have a chance to share whatever challenges come up. If there’s enough time, we can also explore ways to relax more, versus ‘tense up’ or ‘run away’ from difficult feelings like loneliness. Hopefully, a 5pm (West Coast) time slot will allow people in other time zones to join us. Looking forward to seeing you there!
Member-led
For those wanting a safe space to process trauma
Understanding trauma
Experiencing trauma—whether recent or from the past—can leave deep emotional scars that affect daily life. It often creates a sense of disconnection or hypervigilance that can be difficult to explain to those who haven’t lived through it. Peer support helps normalize trauma responses and provides a safe space to share, listen, and heal. Being with others who understand trauma firsthand fosters compassion and reduces feelings of shame. Healing doesn’t have to be a solitary process.
How peer support helps with trauma
Peer support helps with trauma because the impact often lasts longer than people around you can hold. A group can offer steady recognition, language, and the relief of being among others who know what it is to live with after-effects.
What trauma groups often cover
- Triggers, body responses, and nervous-system overwhelm
- How trauma is affecting your relationships, work, and identity
- Pacing, grounding, and steady ways to live with the impact
- What helps people heal slowly without forcing it
Who these groups may help
- People affected by any kind of trauma in any phase of healing
- Anyone wanting peer support alongside therapy or other care
- People looking for a paced, non-judgmental place to talk
Related topics
These topics often connect with trauma and may offer another helpful angle, language, or support space.
Frequently asked questions
What do trauma support groups help with?
Do I have to share what happened?
Are these groups for any kind of trauma?
Want to speak to someone one on one about trauma?
Connect with a trained Peer Specialist for a private trauma session.
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