finding community & connection in

groups

Support groups can be a therapeutic way to enhance individual counseling or a way separately to build connections and learn from other people who share similar experiences, stories, grief, or are in similar stages of life.

Hope Counseling & Family Therapy runs a variety of support groups based on community need. Currently I am hosting an Empty Nest Support Group - see below for more info.

As a caring, dedicated, involved member of this community, HCFT often chooses support groups to run based on needs in the community, so please reach out directly if there is a group that you would like to see. Other groups include:

Parenting Teenagers

The Midlife "Slump"

Divorce/Separation

Happily Single & Childless (40+)

Loneliness & Community Connection Across Generations

Supporting New Parents

LBTQ+ FamiliesCaring for Elders
Bereavement Support
Adults from Dysfunctional Families

Empty Nest support group

Members can relate to the experiences, feelings, worries, challenges, anxiety, joy and relationship changes that often occur during this time of life.

Over the course of 6 weeks, we will explore:

Identity - Who am I now, Who do I want to be now?

Transitions/Rituals - launching a new life chapter

Relationships - friendships, romantic

Self-Care - and tools for mindfulness, grounding

Grief & Hope - exploring & navigating new possibilities

Staying Connected - to children, family, creating new rules

We will explore these and/or other topics based on what feels most relevant and important to the group each week.

There is currently a waitlist for the next group, which will run late summer/fall of 2025. The cost of the 6-week program is $300. If you are interested and would like to learn more, please complete this interest form or reach out directly.

Contact me to learn more.