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Bloom – A Support Group for People Experiencing Suicidal Ideation or Self‑Harm

What is Bloom?

Bloom is a confidential, supportive, and non‑judgmental group for people who experience suicidal thoughts or use self‑harm as a coping strategy.

This 6‑week program offers a safe space to connect with others who share similar experiences, explore helpful coping tools, and feel supported by trained facilitators and peer workers with lived experience.

Bloom isn’t therapy — it’s a space to be heard, understood, and supported.

Lifeline Mid Coast Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention

What Bloom Offers

  • A compassionate, judgement‑free environment
  • Conversations about suicide and self-harm held safely and respectfully
  • Practical strategies for coping in healthier ways
  • Connection with people who understand what you’re going through
  • Highly trained facilitators
  • Lived-experience peer support
  • No referral required
  • Free of charge

Lifeline Mid Coast Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention

Program Format

Bloom runs as a 6‑week cycle.
Participants meet once a week for 2 hours.

Cycle 1, 2026

Thursday 19 February – Thursday 26 March
9:30am – 11:30am

What to Expect

Bloom is built on safety, respect, and mutual support. You’re welcome to:

Share at your own pace — or simply listen

Ask questions, participate in discussions, or just be present

Connect with others who understand the challenges you face

There are no right or wrong feelings, and no pressure to talk before you feel ready.

Group Guidelines

To help Bloom remain safe and supportive for everyone, we ask participants to:

  • Try your best to attend all sessions
  • Arrive on time or let your facilitator know if you’re running late
  • Avoid alcohol or drug use before attending
  • Keep phones on silent; step out if you need to take a call
  • Respect confidentiality — what’s shared in Bloom stays in Bloom
  • Be mindful and respectful of each other’s feelings and privacy
  • Avoid side conversations or talking over others
  • Honour your own boundaries: only share what you feel comfortable sharing
  • Avoid forming romantic relationships with other group participants

Bloom is a space devoted to your wellbeing.

Support Between Sessions

If you need support outside group hours:

Lifeline 24/7 Crisis Line: 13 11 14

Text: 0477 13 11 14

Webchat: lifeline.org.au

Facilitators are available for questions during business hours, but if you are in immediate crisis, please contact Lifeline.

Register Your Interest

To join Bloom or ask questions:

02 6581 2800

[email protected]

We’re here to walk alongside you.

You don’t have to do this alone.

Lifeline Mid Coast Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention
Lifeline Mid Coast Crisis Support. Suicide Prevention

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