Zoom Groups forming for Women transitioning from marriage to single life. Gain support weekly on Wednesday's 12-1:30pm. Fee $35 per week
I specialize in addressing women's issues including; parenting, adoption challenges, relationship difficulties, lack of assertiveness and grief.
My clients learn and grow, using therapy as tool to improve all their relationships while asserting their needs for self-care and healthy boundaries. Are you ready for change? Welcome! I am a dedicated therapist with over 30 years of experience helping individuals in family sessions and in groups to navigate life's challenges and build stronger, more resilient relationships. Whether you are alone in navigating a new path in divorce or a family managing teen conflicts, I am here to teach you skills, guide you to better coping strategies and walk along side you through these tough times to improve your outcomes.
Healing Through Divorce
I specialize in addressing women's issues including; parenting, adoption challenges, relationship difficulties, lack of assertiveness and grief.
My clients learn and grow, using therapy as tool to improve all their relationships while asserting their needs for self-care and healthy boundaries. Are you ready for change? Welcome! I am a dedicated therapist with over 30 years of experience helping individuals in family sessions and in groups to navigate life's challenges and build stronger, more resilient relationships. Whether you are alone in navigating a new path in divorce or a family managing teen conflicts, I am here to teach you skills, guide you to better coping strategies and walk along side you through these tough times to improve your outcomes.
Past Life explorations via hypnotherapy have been proven to be helpful for remedies or improvements in anxieties, psychosomatic physical complications, panic, confusions, depression, stuckness, by Dr. Friedman-Riviera. 6-8 solid explorations have a significant impact on a person's stability, happiness, hope, optimism, death fears, and peace of mind.
Hosted by Dr. Carol Francis & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, CHT, MFT
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
Stressed, unhappy, unfocused, unmotivated? A distant, angry relationship that was loving, romantic, or safe? Wish to improve your ability to focus, relax, not worry? Considering changes in your career, relationship? Confused by your marriage, by being new parents or by your child or teenager? Want to stop smoking with hypnosis? Wish you could like yourself, feel attractive, smart, energetic & successful? Feel stuck, blocked, uncertain, discouraged? Afraid of public speaking or socializing at work? Suffer awful abuse? Have you and your partner been fighting? Need to learn to solve problems in your team?
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An 8-session group for mothers with children of all ages under 18. Connect with other mothers while learning evidence-based ideas and techniques to enhance the quality of your life as a mother. Schedule: The group will meet on the following 8 Wednesdays: August 31, September 7, 14, 21, 28, October 12, 19, 26 (Please note that there will be one week off in October.) Location: Depending on interest, I will decide whether the group will meet online or in person in Culver City.
Hosted by Eve Wettstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSG
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90034
I have specialized training in anxiety disorders, issues related to parenting and caregiving, women's issues, and age-related struggles.
My approach integrates skills-based techniques, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Mindfulness, with a warm, collaborative style that promotes self-compassion and enables you to more peacefully experience the human spectrum of emotions.
Soul Tribe is a in-person and on-line group where women can find their soul’s true calling and grow into their most authentic, dynamic, powerful selves while being witnessed and held by a tight knit group of like minded women, all who have each other’s backs! It is a place to go deeper into the different areas of life, diving into the true possibilities of who you are meant to be, clarifying and transforming the various spheres of your life and improving them by naming, then tracking 3D actionable steps toward real life manifestations.
Hosted by Jenni Silberstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFA, LMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90049
I specialize in divorce recovery, women's issues, and life transitions.
Are you navigating a major life transition—divorce, career changes, grief, or personal reinvention? Life’s in-between spaces can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to go through them alone. I specialize in helping individuals move through uncertainty, loss, and transformation with clarity and confidence.
With over 30 years of experience, I integrate depth psychology, neuroscience, and creative approaches to support personal growth. My work is rooted in the idea that the messy, uncertain, “stuck” moments in life are actually a vital part of becoming.
I know how difficult it is to navigate your way through this horrifying experience, so please know you are in safe hands. In this intimate and supportive group environment we will process thoughts and feelings surrounding your traumatic experience. Healing together with other women who have been through similar experiences is a powerful way to move forward and build a support system. I have extensive experience in treating all types of trauma and a deep understanding and sensitivity surrounding the delicate nature of the topic of sexual assault.
Hosted by Mindfulpath, Inc.- Erica Ives, MFT, CEDS
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, CEDS
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90401
My extensive training developed into the specialty of trauma, eating disorders, women's issues, and addiction.
As a therapist, I demonstrate a passionate devotion to fostering growth in a safe, nurturing environment. My treatment approach is tailored to your strengths and uniqueness. I teach and guide you how to actively pay attention to the messages of your body, thoughts, feelings, and your actions. Learn new coping skills that compliment your uniqueness. Visit my websites at www.mindfulpath.com and www.ericaives.com I believe recovery is much more than eliminating self-destructive behaviors; it's about cultivating and living life everyday on a mindful path filled with self-awareness, fulfilling relationships, meaning, and vitality.
The support group is virtual, open to all CA residents, and starts in March 2024. It is designed for female-identifying individuals pursuing a career in education, healthcare, or mental health. Some of the topics will be about: separating personal & professional life, struggling with overworking, imposter syndrome, emotional burnout, etc. Share struggles, find community, and nurture your personal & professional identity! The group is open to graduate students and those new to the field (i.e. associates). Sliding scale rate available! Schedule a call using the link to learn more: calendly.com/marjanmodaresi
Hosted by Marjan Modaresi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Group meets in Woodland Hills, CA 91303
As an adult child of immigrants from a collectivistic culture, you may often find yourself carrying a deep sense of responsibility towards your family and community. There's an unspoken understanding that you owe something to those who sacrificed so much for you to have the opportunities you do. You might feel that you’re forever indebted to them and that you have to always say yes in order to pay off that debt. The messaging children of immigrants often receive is that everyone else has to come first. However, in striving to care for others, many of us neglect our own needs— feeling guilty when we take time for ourselves.
Let's Talk about Sex: An Open and Affirming Women's Sexual Empowerment Group
This group will provide a fun, safe, and brave place that women will be able to deconstruct cultural opinions about sex, love, intimacy, and femininity. We will discuss our own sexual desires, finding our voice with our partners and having conversations to develop more of a compassionate and radical acceptance of our bodies. Let us name the forces that inhibit us from living our fullest sexual lives. The group is open to all female identified individuals regardless of where you fall on the sexuality spectrum. More info on my Website!
Hosted by Barbara Herring
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90013
Seeking out therapy is a very heroic action in and of itself, perhaps your first proactive step into redefining your sense of self, creating a new life story, and taking a leap into the direction of self-care. If you are reading this, you may be in a state of uncertainty, or perhaps connected more deeply than you would like to be to the effects of depression, anxiety, or your daily life situations. Maybe, you are wrestling in a relationship with someone you love; perhaps, finding the words to communicate who you are and how you feel may seem unattainable and challenging at best.
Forum for pregnant women to receive support, learn, and share from one another during the biggest transition of their lives. Great place to connect with other women and receive helpful resources!
Do you sometimes feel out of balance? Do you struggle to lead a happier and more fulfilling life? Are you stressed and anxious? Therapy is a place to explore internal processes, relationships and connections with oneself and others. It also helps to stimulate a heightened self-awareness. Finding the right thearpist with whom one can trust is vital. I can help you work through painful emotions. Being in private practice for 20 years, my goal has always been to help others better understand their needs and how the patterns of their own dance, affect their lives.
Join Vibrant Visions: Crafting Your Best Self & Empowered Choices Workshop for Individuals in Their 20s,' where we embark on a journey of self-discovery, empowering you to make informed choices that shape your present and future. This workshop serves as a roadmap for cultivating self-awareness and designing a life aligned with your aspirations."
Whether you feel stuck in your relationship/s, experiencing stress and anxiety, feeling sad, struggling with your partner and/or parenting raising a child with ADHD, we can work together and identify the source of what brought you in to therapy, identify your goals, and explore best possible solutions that will help you feel successful. I creatively integrate a relational model and scientifically proven cognitive behavior techniques which will allow clients gain insight and acquire tools for a positive change in their lives. Together we can find your true growth potential so you can lead a fulfilling life that is worth celebrating.
This is an open, weekly, virtual group designed to help bring women together to share, connect, and support one another. This group is open to all California residents. The group is an open-ended group that allows space for each individual group member to check-in before the group ultimately selects a topic for the day. Sample topics may include: Managing relationships (partners, friends, family), coping with emotions, experiencing shame, cultivating strength and vulnerability, navigating intimacy, building connection, etc.
I have years of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and difficult life transitions. Whether you are looking to heal from pain from the past or trying to find a way to move forward in your life, you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental relationship where individuals feel validated and empowered to overcome life’s challenges and lead a more fulfilling life. My approach is person-centered and one of collaborative self-exploration where I see myself as a guide to help you get where you want to be.
Join us for a 5 Week Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Skills Group aimed at helping you feel more empowered to deal with difficult emotions and navigate relationships. We’ll dive into key DBT strategies - including mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and interpersonal effectiveness, teaching you practical skills with the goal of helping you to feel more balanced and in control. You can expect to learn in a supportive, judgment-free environment, alongside other women who are also interested in their own personal growth and development.
I am deeply passionate about working with teens as they navigate the complexities of adolescence. I also work with women, parents, and families, providing support through life's transitions and challenges empowering them to foster healthier, more connected relationships and achieve their personal and professional goals. My heart lies in providing care that's not just effective, but deeply compassionate. As a mom of two, I know the beautiful chaos of motherhood—its challenges & joys. This firsthand experience inspires my passion for helping women navigate career changes and the profound identity shifts that often come with this role.
A group for single mothers by choice. Find understanding and nurture growth in an accepting community. Take an hour every week to re-focus on yourself as a whole person and learn effective strategies and practical tools to be more present, improve relationships, create better habits and manage emotions. Topics are open-ended and group-directed with skill building opportunities woven throughout. We meet virtually Wednesdays from 8 pm - 9 pm via telehealth, the group fee per session is $75. Group is a month-long financial commitment
Life’s hard enough without your own mind making it harder. When overthinking, perfectionism, and self-doubt take over, it’s easy to get stuck in survival mode—going through the motions and pretending to be okay. If your relationships (including the one with yourself) are feeling the strain, it might be time for something different. I help people make meaningful changes using practical, effective strategies that actually work.
The Gardening club is an open process therapy group for women from 30 tom 50 years old who have had relational trauma, are looking to engage in self-growth, feel supported, and feel more connected with themselves and others. The group is a safe space to receive support and encouragement, increase self-confidence and self-understanding, process, understand, and manage emotions, explore and understand how you react to others, and practice self-expression and communication. If you are curious about the group or have any questions, feel free to reach out or sign up on my website.
Hosted by Julie Wensel
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CTP
Group meets in Redondo Beach, CA 90277
Hi, my name is Julie, I support individuals and couples who may struggle with communication, trauma, anxiety, and stress. Your needs matter and I believe you have the resilience to heal and live a meaningful life. My job is to remind you of your strengths, explore what may be holding you back, give you tools to self-regulate and communicate your needs. I use a gentle, straightforward, and humorous approach to help you reconnect, understand your inner world, and feel more empowered in your relationships and decisions. My goal is for you to overcome the obstacles that pull you back in a supportive and collaborative environment.
A series of support groups for new parents, discussing challenges and solution focused strategies for the new parent.
Hello! I am an EMDR trained, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My passion is helping individuals/families achieve homeostasis by assisting them in learning to utilize their own strength. Having worked in many clinical settings such as social agencies, hospitals and schools, I have received a well rounded experience. In addition, using EMDR in my practice, I have witnessed much improvement in clients with specific and complex traumas, anxiety and depression.
Group objective: Increase concepts of self esteem and self worth. This space is for Black Women to feel safe to process the impact of their experiences on their self image. We will also learn tools to understand the barriers to positive self concept and learn techniques to change your relationship to yourself and ultimately others.
Hosted by Uche Okolie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90017
Clients I see typically are experiencing difficulties in regulating emotions, may be worrying all the time, feeling on edge, or having a tough time feeling good about themselves or their relationships. My goal is to help you understand the physical, emotional, mental, and relational impacts of trauma, attachment, family dynamics, and your experiences. Together, we will help you change your relationship to yourself, loved ones, and the values in your life to create more healing and balance.
A group for women to deepen self-awareness, self-love, coping skills and learn about Spiritual practices. Experiential group to include meditation, self-care, guided imagery, support and fun. Fridays 11:30-1:30 in Hermosa Beach. Contact Erica for further details.
Most of my clients are seeking to feel better, to accept themselves, to feel empowered, and to truly enjoy their lives. I am licensed in OR and CA. I utilize a holistic approach to healing that addresses people on all levels (body, mind and soul). I offer a safe, non-judgmental environment for you to explore your feelings and develop a stronger relationship with yourself. I have clients ranging from age 13 to 81 including men and women.
Are you seeking support in your journey to build your family? Do you feel misunderstood by those around you? Are you interested in connecting with other women facing infertility? Infertility can be draining physically and emotionally, leading to feelings of isolation, anxiety, and uncertainty about what steps to take next. If you're navigating infertility in your family-building journey, consider joining my infertility support group. This group aims to reduce isolation, provide knowledge, and validate & normalize your emotional experiences. In a supportive group setting, you'll gain strength and strategies to manage the challenges of infertility.
Hosted by Stacey Inal Women's Coaching And Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MBA, LMFT
Group meets in Monrovia, CA 91016
You’re smart, successful, and driven — but lately, something feels off.
From the outside, it looks like you have it all together. But on the inside? You’re exhausted. Maybe you're navigating anxiety, ADHD, burnout, or the silent weight of impostor syndrome. You might be questioning your career, your relationships, or whether you're even on the right path.
As a licensed therapist and career coach, I specialize in helping high-achieving women just like you — women who are ready to break old patterns, reconnect with themselves, and build a life that feels aligned, not just accomplished.
A supportive space for women in their 50s to explore the ups and downs of dating in Los Angeles. We address past relationships, breaking patterns, and how to intentionally date. The group processes heartbreak, isolation, resistance, confidence, and everything else assoicated with putting yourself out there. * this group will start in the New Year*
Hosted by Los Angeles Emotional Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90027
Therapy is a unique opportunity to utilize the support of a trained professional to gain perspective and spark change in your life. Whether you enter therapy to increase motivation and enhance success or to heal from past wounds & emotional trauma; psychotherapy will provide a safe place to examine these factors and help you achieve overall emotional wellness.
LGBTQ+ Grief Group for individuals who have lost a loved one in the past 1-2 years. These are closed groups formed where individuals create a safe space together and process grief, held together by a therapist facilitator. Maximum is 10 people per group and commitment is 6 months. Pre-screening is required to assure group is the right fit for the individual and individual is the right fit for the group. Grief Group Interest Form: https://tinyurl.com/2nyz8662
Hosted by Danielle G. Sheppard
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, CSEP, BC-TMH, JCTC, JCDC
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90034
Danielle Sheppard is a licensed clinician who helps individuals and couples realize and achieve their true potential. She recognizes that every person or couple is different in terms of goals, aspirations, and the pursuit of happiness, and that everyone’s path to peace of mind is different. As such, she strives to help each of her clients realize their strengths, values, and ultimate potential. She takes a holistic approach to therapy, often encouraging her clients to incorporate meditation and mindfulness into their self care ritual.
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Women's Issues Support Groups
How do you encourage a woman to go to therapy?
It’s helpful to express concern and love for the person while framing therapy as a tool for improving their life. Offering specific examples of how an individual may be suffering, and what effects it has on them, should be done with compassion and with empathy. It may be useful to devise a game plan—breaking the process down into parts, such as finding a therapist, making appointments, and looking into insurance coverage.
How can women prepare for therapy?
Women can prepare for therapy by being willing to talk about their past experiences and their private thoughts. Before a session, an individual may want to reflect on how they’ve felt since the last session and what’s happened in their lives. Between sessions, it can be useful to write down notes about their reaction to a given event or how they felt at a particular time.
How long does therapy for women’s issues often last?
As with any type of therapy, sessions depend on the individual and the challenges they face. Therapy types like Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Prolonged exposure therapy (PET), and Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. In some cases, such as for women with eating disorders, residential treatment may be recommended for an individual who is judged to be at high risk of self-harm. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
How can women overcome stigma around specific challenges in order to seek therapy?
Women dealing with domestic abuse, sexual assault, eating disorders, and any other number of troubles may feel a stigma around seeking help. It’s important to remember that these issues are not uncommon and there is no shame in getting help for them. Therapy is confidential, and women can talk about their experiences without fear of judgment. Seeking therapy can be a courageous and liberating act, and an important step toward healing and recovery.