Table 1 Study sites

London

Group co-facilitator (community-based peer support groups for people experiencing personality disorders)

To build empowerment; develop coping strategies

Informally, as group member

Initially, voluntary; subsequently, paid part-time member of Trust staff

Eight session training in supporting group therapeutic process

Regular formal supervision; ongoing training with staff team

South

Wellness Recovery Action Planning® (WRAP®) Trainer for people using mental health services

To enhance personal recovery and self-care skills

Informally, as completer of WRAP® training

Paid part-time member of Trust staff

Completion of own WRAP® training (seven sessions); brief initial training

Regular formal supervision

North

Group co-facilitator (community arts projects for people using mental health services)

To support social inclusion

Informally, as group member

Unpaid volunteer or paid part-time employee of arts organisation

Brief initial training

Informal one to one support as required