Triumph Over Phobia (TOP UK) runs a national network of self-help groups to help people with phobia or obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD) to overcome their problems using graded self-exposure.
 
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TOP UK runs a network of self-help therapy groups for sufferers of phobias, OCD (obsessive compulsive disorder) and other related anxiety disorders.  Our groups are open to anyone, aged 18 or above.  You do not need to have seen a doctor or have a formal diagnosis to attend one of our groups. 

All our self-help therapy groups meet once a week and are run by trained volunteers, many of whom have overcome a phobia or OCD themselves. Our groups use a type of behaviour therapy which is based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) principles and the work of Professor IM Marks.  In many cases there is a long waiting list for therapy on the NHS but you should be able to access a TOP group immediately.

Anyone who wishes to attend a group will need to complete an application form, none of our groups (with the exception of Jersey) are drop in. There is also a small charge of £2.50 per week to attend a group but this is waived for those on low incomes.  Triumph Over Phobia does not receive any government funding and we rely on donations to continue our valuable work.

Is a TOP Group for Me?

If you agree with the following statements then a TOP group might be suitable for you:

  • I really want to get better
  • I have the time to attend a group every week
  • I am prepared to work on a self-help programme

It would be helpful if you could read chapters 11 & 12 of 'Living with Fear ' by Professor Marks before joining one of our groups.

To apply for a place in a one of our groups please click the link below.  If you would like more information you can use our contact page, telephone (0845 6009601) or write to us.

Sign up to Join a TOP Group !

TOP UK groups in 2008

  • Bath
  • Beckenham
  • Birmingham (New Volunteer Group leader required)
  • Bristol
  • Cheltenham/Gloucester 
  • London - Camden
  • London -Forest Hill (NEW)
  • London - Westminster
  • Northampton (NEW)
  • Richmond (NEW)
  • Southampton
  • Swindon
  • Torquay (NEW)

Groups affiliated to TOP UK

  • TOP Jersey
  • TOP NSW (New South Wales, Australia - 6 groups)


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