Blogs & Forums

The Counselling Online Forum is a recovery oriented peer support community for people affected by their own or a significant other’s substance use. It is a non-judgemental, welcoming, and safe place to connect with others with similar life experiences. It is a place to connect with peers, be inspired and liberated by others, and share your journey, strategies and advice.

Find information on a range of different areas, including managing relationships with GPs and psychologists, and finding the right services for you.

This space discusses suicide and self-harm. Consider limiting the time you spend here. To use the section safely, read the pinned discussion.

Here are three things you can do about it:
1. Be kind to your mind when hung over
2. Get a good night’s sleep
3. Drink moderately and know your limits next time

Worried about saying the wrong thing? Here are three easy steps to help you have the conversation.
1. Ask if they want to talk about it. It might be that they don’t want to and that’s ok too. Maybe you’re not the right person for them to talk to, but you can make some suggestions.
2. Listen. Silence may seem awkward at first but think of it as a chance for both of you to gather your thoughts. If you’re finding it difficult to understand what they’re talking about, it’s okay to ask them to explain further.
3. Support is the most important thing you can offer and if they refuse, help them explore their options for how they could begin to feel better.