In what manner does your Support Group operate? Mine is quite large (20 plus attendees weekly). We've had a problem though in that many of the mental healthcare professionals out there have been discouraging their patients from attending. It seems they are wary of the fact that we are self moderated; there is no professional which leads the group.

I actually prefer it this way. I feel it is easier to be spontaneous, and to be open as there is no fear of being scrutinized or lectured to. I've been attending 2 years now and it is part of my self care routine.

How are your groups structured and how is that working out?