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.
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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:
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Parenting Teenagers
The Midlife "Slump"
Bereavement Support
Divorce/Separation
Loneliness & Community Connection Across Generations
Supporting New Parents
LBTQ+ Families
Caring for Elders
Happily Single & Childless (40+)
Adults from Dysfunctional Families
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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.
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Over the course of 6 weeks, we will explore:
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Identity - Who am I now, Who do I want to be now?
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Transitions/Rituals - launching a new life chapter
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Relationships - friendships, romantic
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Self-Care & tools for mindfulness, grounding
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Exploring Grief and Possibility
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Staying Connected to Children, New rules
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We will explore these and/or other topics based on what feels most relevant and important to the group each week.
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The next group will run on Thursdays, 11am-12:30pm, from April 10-May 15, 2025. The cost of the 6-week program is $270. If you would like to learn more or register, please reach out or complete this pre-registration form.
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Contact me to learn more.