Discovery College: Free Drop-in Mental Health Peer Support
- No referral, waiting list or cost
- Adults 18+, signposting from age 16
- Drop in at Inverness or Wick
Talk with peer supporters who understand recovery from their own lives.
One-to-one support and group sessions are free.
Drop in during opening hours. You don’t need an appointment.
We’ll listen with compassion and understanding, without judgement.
A Place to Learn and Find Peer Support
Discovery College is a free recovery college run by Centred in Inverness and Wick. You can visit whenever we’re open, with no referral or appointment needed.
Whether you’re struggling with your mental health, substance use or addiction, feeling isolated or looking for ways to manage everyday life, you are welcome here.
Our peer supporters have their own lived experience of recovery and will meet you where you are. Talk one to one, join a group session or simply find out what might help.
Find Your Way to Get Started
There isn’t one right way to use Discovery College. Start wherever feels most comfortable.
Drop In
Talk One to One
Join a Session
Nervous about coming in? Email discoverycollege@centred.scot and a peer supporter can meet and greet you.
Learn Something That Helps You
Discovery College isn’t about sitting in a classroom or being told what to do.
Our free sessions explore mental health, wellbeing and everyday life, with practical ideas you can take away and use in your own way.
Choose the sessions that feel useful to you, whether that’s building confidence, understanding your mental health or connecting with other people.
Find Your Nearest Discovery College
Inverness
Tuesday to Friday, 11am to 3pm
Eastgate Shopping Centre, next door to Next, Inverness IV2 3PP
Wick
Wellington Centre, near Tesco, Airport Industrial Park, Wick KW1 4QS
In Their Own Words
Why Discovery College Matters
Help Keep Discovery College Free
Discovery College is free for everyone who walks through our doors. Donations, sponsorship and grants help us keep providing welcoming places where people can talk, learn and connect, without worrying about the cost of getting support.
£1,000 could provide up to 50 free mental health and wellbeing sessions. £2,500 could fund an additional weekly drop-in session for three months.
Every donation helps keep this support accessible across the Highlands.
Proud To Win, Prouder To Help
Community Initiative
Sue Lyons - Outstanding Achievement
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I Need a Referral?
No. You can come straight to Discovery College during opening hours. There’s no referral process or waiting list, and you don’t need an appointment.
Who Can Use Discovery College?
We support adults aged 18 and over with mental health, wellbeing, substance use or addiction issues. If you’re aged 16 or 17, we can help you find other support.
Does It Cost Anything?
No. Drop-in support, one-to-one conversations and group sessions at Discovery College are free.
What Happens When I Drop In?
You can speak one to one with a peer supporter who has lived experience. You can also find out about group sessions that help you build skills, confidence and friendships.
Is What I Share Confidential?
We treat what you share with respect and confidentiality. Our peer supporters listen without judgement.
Can Someone Meet Me When I Arrive?
Yes. If you feel nervous about walking in, email discoverycollege@centred.scot. One of our peer supporters can meet and greet you.
What Sessions Do You Run?
Our free sessions support mental health and wellbeing, including difficulties with substance use or addiction. Visit our What’s On page to see the current programme and booking details.
How Can I Support Discovery College?
You can make a donation or talk to us about business sponsorship. Your support helps keep Discovery College free.
