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.