Free Online Support Groups for Mental Health, Chronic Pain, and Brain Injury
You do not have to figure everything out alone.
KindnessRX offers free online mental health support groups and practical resources for people living with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, and brain injury. Our mission is simple: help people feel understood, supported, and less alone.
Online Peer Support Groups
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Connect with people who understand life with mental health challenges, chronic pain, or brain injury.
Our free online peer support groups offer time to share and listen. They are not therapy or a crisis service.
Looking for support with mental health, chronic pain, or brain injury?
You’re not alone.
Choose a group below to learn who it is for and how to join. Check the event calendar for the next meeting and its time zone.
Learn, connect, and take your next step – at your pace.
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Try small acts of kindness, listening exercises, and ways to connect with others.
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Access free kindness tools, resources, challenges, and articles to build positive habits anytime.
Find one small act of kindness that fits your day in our free toolkit.
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Meet Our Founder
Greg Shaw started KindnessRX to make room for the kind of listening and connection that can be hard to find when life is difficult. He brings his own experience of living with health challenges to the podcast and peer support community.
Meet Greg and learn why kindness and shared experience are at the heart of this community.
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Is KindnessRX really free?
Yes. KindnessRX offers free online support groups for mental health, chronic pain, and brain injury. There’s no cost to join or participate, and you don’t need insurance.
Do I need a diagnosis to join a support group?
No. You don’t need a formal diagnosis or referral to take part. The groups are open to anyone seeking peer support, whether you’re managing a known condition or just looking for connection.
What kinds of support groups does KindnessRX offer?
KindnessRX runs online peer support groups focused on mental health (including anxiety and depression), chronic pain, and brain injury (TBI), along with broader peer support.
How do online support groups work?
Groups meet online, so you can join from home or anywhere you feel comfortable. They’re peer-led spaces where people facing similar challenges share experiences, encouragement, and coping strategies in a supportive environment.
Are KindnessRX support groups a replacement for therapy?
No. Peer support groups offer connection, understanding, and shared coping strategies, but they are not a substitute for professional medical or mental health treatment. If you’re in crisis, please contact a licensed professional or emergency services.
Is what I share kept private?
We ask everyone to respect other members’ privacy and not share their stories outside the group. Because these are peer groups, we cannot guarantee confidentiality. Share only what feels comfortable to you.
How do I join a KindnessRX support group?
Choose a group on our support groups page, then open its event calendar. Select a meeting, check the displayed time zone, and follow the registration instructions.