Cultivating erotic intelligence and reconnecting with your sense of vitality, pleasure, and personal power. Through reflective conversation and meaningful practices, we’ll explore what it means to live more fully, feel more alive, and align with your most vibrant self. Topics will include: Defining Erotic Intelligence, Pleasure as a Compass, Awakening the senses in daily life, relationships, and self-expression, Rewriting Shame Stories, Unpacking cultural, familial, or religious messages that may have shaped one’s relationship to desire, Embodying Desire, The Role of Play and Curiosity, Navigating the balance between autonomy and intimacy, and more!
Cultivating erotic intelligence and reconnecting with your sense of vitality, pleasure, and personal power. Through reflective conversation and meaningful practices, we’ll explore what it means to live more fully, feel more alive, and align with your most vibrant self. Topics will include: Defining Erotic Intelligence, Pleasure as a Compass, Awakening the senses in daily life, relationships, and self-expression, Rewriting Shame Stories, Unpacking cultural, familial, or religious messages that may have shaped one’s relationship to desire, Embodying Desire, The Role of Play and Curiosity, Navigating the balance between autonomy and intimacy, and more!
Imagine learning incredible skills while getting live feedback from your intimate partner who is there to support YOU in the evolution of your capacity to give and receive pleasure. * Expand your orgasmic pleasure for hours * Tantric Touch and energy exchange. Fully clothed. Couples or Singles. http://calmness.com/touch
Imagine learning incredible skills while getting live feedback from your intimate partner who is there to support YOU in the evolution of your capacity to give and receive pleasure. * Expand your orgasmic pleasure for hours * Tantric Touch and energy exchange. Fully clothed. Couples or Singles. http://calmness.com/touch
Looking for a vibrant, supportive community of sober women? Ladies Who Lunch explores the unique challenges women face in sobriety, from navigating social gatherings sober to building a routine that nourishes your mind, body, and spirit. Led by our experienced facilitators, join a warm and welcoming environment for all women to share their challenges and successes with a supportive network of peers on a similar journey.
Hosted by Mountainside Addiction Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LCSW, LADC, CASAC
Group meets in Wilton, CT 06897
Looking for a vibrant, supportive community of sober women? Ladies Who Lunch explores the unique challenges women face in sobriety, from navigating social gatherings sober to building a routine that nourishes your mind, body, and spirit. Led by our experienced facilitators, join a warm and welcoming environment for all women to share their challenges and successes with a supportive network of peers on a similar journey.
Healthy love relationships (for individuals or couples). We will explore the art of effective communication, how to resolve conflict, knowing oneself and one’s partner, destroying negative family patterns, building trust, setting joint goals, dating and having fun together, intimacy, health, parenting, and etc. This group will run for 6 weeks. The exact dates TBD. The cost is $35 per individua and $50 per couple. Insurance will not be billed for this group.
Hosted by Dr. Dwan M Milam-Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Group meets in Stamford, CT 06901
Healthy love relationships (for individuals or couples). We will explore the art of effective communication, how to resolve conflict, knowing oneself and one’s partner, destroying negative family patterns, building trust, setting joint goals, dating and having fun together, intimacy, health, parenting, and etc. This group will run for 6 weeks. The exact dates TBD. The cost is $35 per individua and $50 per couple. Insurance will not be billed for this group.
Becoming a mother is a beautiful and transformative journey, but it can also bring unexpected challenges—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Whether you're experiencing the joys of bonding with your baby or struggling with feelings of exhaustion, anxiety, or isolation, you are not alone. Our Postpartum Support Group is for new moms—whether by birth, adoption, or other paths—who are navigating the postpartum period, no matter if they are just a few weeks or several months into their journey. Join us and find support, understanding, and connection.
Becoming a mother is a beautiful and transformative journey, but it can also bring unexpected challenges—physically, emotionally, and mentally. Whether you're experiencing the joys of bonding with your baby or struggling with feelings of exhaustion, anxiety, or isolation, you are not alone. Our Postpartum Support Group is for new moms—whether by birth, adoption, or other paths—who are navigating the postpartum period, no matter if they are just a few weeks or several months into their journey. Join us and find support, understanding, and connection.
Join our 7-week closed support group starting March 19, 2025 from 6:30–7:45PM on HIPAA-compliant Zoom. Ending a long-term relationship is never easy—whether it’s divorce, separation, or simply moving on. You don’t have to face it alone. We’ll help you: • Rediscover your identity • Rebuild self-esteem • Cope with loneliness and change • Process grief, guilt, and doubt • Cultivate self-love and self-compassion • Build new friendships, social circles, and routines Ready to heal and embrace a new chapter?
Hosted by Paula Kirsch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, P-CST, CST
Group meets in Norwalk, CT 06855
Join our 7-week closed support group starting March 19, 2025 from 6:30–7:45PM on HIPAA-compliant Zoom. Ending a long-term relationship is never easy—whether it’s divorce, separation, or simply moving on. You don’t have to face it alone. We’ll help you: • Rediscover your identity • Rebuild self-esteem • Cope with loneliness and change • Process grief, guilt, and doubt • Cultivate self-love and self-compassion • Build new friendships, social circles, and routines Ready to heal and embrace a new chapter?
This group offers a safe and empowering space for women to explore personal growth, healing, and connection. Grounded in a holistic approach, the group draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Family Constellations to support emotional integration, deepen self-awareness, and foster meaningful change. Whether you're navigating transitions, seeking deeper self-understanding, or healing from past experiences, this group provides a compassionate environment for your journey. For more information or to join, please contact Elaine directly.
This group offers a safe and empowering space for women to explore personal growth, healing, and connection. Grounded in a holistic approach, the group draws from Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Family Constellations to support emotional integration, deepen self-awareness, and foster meaningful change. Whether you're navigating transitions, seeking deeper self-understanding, or healing from past experiences, this group provides a compassionate environment for your journey. For more information or to join, please contact Elaine directly.
This support group educates adolescent girls and young women on self, connecting with others, healthy living, and the journey ahead. Today we are hearing more about girls and bullying, the pressures of social media, early puberty, gender exploration, human sex trafficking, and binge drinking. It encourages them to seek and celebrate their “true selves” by providing a safe space, encouragement, structure, and the support they need to embrace their journeys of self-discovery.
Hosted by Head Up: A New Direction In Healing, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Monroe, CT 06468
This support group educates adolescent girls and young women on self, connecting with others, healthy living, and the journey ahead. Today we are hearing more about girls and bullying, the pressures of social media, early puberty, gender exploration, human sex trafficking, and binge drinking. It encourages them to seek and celebrate their “true selves” by providing a safe space, encouragement, structure, and the support they need to embrace their journeys of self-discovery.
This group is geared towards new mothers. This group is different than a typical 'new mom's group." Its orientation is around the psycho-emotional challenges that come with the journey of mothering. This group is an opportunity to share your thoughts and feeling around this life transition, body image, work stress, your relationship to your partner, sexuality, and anxiety around navigating what is touched inside of you as you mother and live and continue to show up for those that you love. ZOOM OPTION
This group is geared towards new mothers. This group is different than a typical 'new mom's group." Its orientation is around the psycho-emotional challenges that come with the journey of mothering. This group is an opportunity to share your thoughts and feeling around this life transition, body image, work stress, your relationship to your partner, sexuality, and anxiety around navigating what is touched inside of you as you mother and live and continue to show up for those that you love. ZOOM OPTION
This group is for anyone who wants to improve self-esteem, feels alone with certain intimate issues, or just needs a safe place to express authentic self. A recent testimonial: "A weekly commitment is not my idea of fun, but I have found that with group therapy I get as much out of listening as I do talking." (VP) It is extremely comforting to find that we are not alone with our suffering, confusion, loneliness, relationship difficulties. Group therapy is a challenge, but hard work pays off! Please contact me for a consultation to see if this group is for you.
This group is for anyone who wants to improve self-esteem, feels alone with certain intimate issues, or just needs a safe place to express authentic self. A recent testimonial: "A weekly commitment is not my idea of fun, but I have found that with group therapy I get as much out of listening as I do talking." (VP) It is extremely comforting to find that we are not alone with our suffering, confusion, loneliness, relationship difficulties. Group therapy is a challenge, but hard work pays off! Please contact me for a consultation to see if this group is for you.
Many women going through perimenopause and menopause experience an increase in anxiety and depressive symptoms due to changing hormone levels. In this group, you will learn ways to manage your emotions using evidenced based strategies such as CBT and mindfulness.
Hosted by Amy Elkins Dickerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdM, LPC, RPT-S™
Group meets in New Canaan, CT 06840
Many women going through perimenopause and menopause experience an increase in anxiety and depressive symptoms due to changing hormone levels. In this group, you will learn ways to manage your emotions using evidenced based strategies such as CBT and mindfulness.
Permítete experimentar la paz y la belleza que se encuentran en la presencia de Dios a través de prácticas como la meditación, la oración y la contemplación bíblica. Practicando el estar plenamente presente en cada momento -incluso en los desagradables- puedes experimentar tu vida más plenamente, mejorar tu salud y desarrollar una conexión más profunda con Dios. A través del reconocimiento, el perdón, la aceptación, el abrazo y el amor por nosotros mismos y por los demás.
Permítete experimentar la paz y la belleza que se encuentran en la presencia de Dios a través de prácticas como la meditación, la oración y la contemplación bíblica. Practicando el estar plenamente presente en cada momento -incluso en los desagradables- puedes experimentar tu vida más plenamente, mejorar tu salud y desarrollar una conexión más profunda con Dios. A través del reconocimiento, el perdón, la aceptación, el abrazo y el amor por nosotros mismos y por los demás.
Program Overview & Goals: This 12-week, virtual, open group therapy program is designed to help intergenerational women build self-confidence, develop emotional resilience, and cultivate healthy relationships. This supportive group setting provides a safe space for women to explore their strengths, overcome challenges, share experiences, uplift one another and develop skills to lead fulfilling, empowered lives. Program Objectives & Goals: • Build Self-Esteem, Confidence, & Encourage Self-love • Enhance Emotional Resilience & coping strategies • Develop Assertiveness, Communication Skills, & Set Boundaries • Foster Healthy Relationships • Encourage Goal-Setting, Personal Growth, & Community Building
Program Overview & Goals: This 12-week, virtual, open group therapy program is designed to help intergenerational women build self-confidence, develop emotional resilience, and cultivate healthy relationships. This supportive group setting provides a safe space for women to explore their strengths, overcome challenges, share experiences, uplift one another and develop skills to lead fulfilling, empowered lives. Program Objectives & Goals: • Build Self-Esteem, Confidence, & Encourage Self-love • Enhance Emotional Resilience & coping strategies • Develop Assertiveness, Communication Skills, & Set Boundaries • Foster Healthy Relationships • Encourage Goal-Setting, Personal Growth, & Community Building
I am a Peer Support provider for the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders. At IAPMD, volunteers give their time to support others living with premenstrual disorders via online chat. All of the providers have lived experience of PMDD, PME, and/or other reproductive health challenges and draw upon their personal experience to help others. Volunteers have completed our Peer Support Provider Training and are skilled at providing support, sharing resources and information and helping in moments of crisis. Premenstrual disorders are too often overlooked; therefore, we strive to educate and advocate for proper and treatable diagnoses.
I am a Peer Support provider for the International Association for Premenstrual Disorders. At IAPMD, volunteers give their time to support others living with premenstrual disorders via online chat. All of the providers have lived experience of PMDD, PME, and/or other reproductive health challenges and draw upon their personal experience to help others. Volunteers have completed our Peer Support Provider Training and are skilled at providing support, sharing resources and information and helping in moments of crisis. Premenstrual disorders are too often overlooked; therefore, we strive to educate and advocate for proper and treatable diagnoses.
Friday, June 2nd, 6:30-8:30pm. Sober Social Event for ladies, 18+ Meet some local ladies and have some fun in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere while learning an intro friendly Pole/Chair Dance routine. Come dressed as your favorite Barbie or one you wish they made when you were younger (optional). SIGN UP REQUIRED.
Hosted by Spill the Tea Psychotherapy, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Monroe, CT 06468
Friday, June 2nd, 6:30-8:30pm. Sober Social Event for ladies, 18+ Meet some local ladies and have some fun in a safe, non-judgmental atmosphere while learning an intro friendly Pole/Chair Dance routine. Come dressed as your favorite Barbie or one you wish they made when you were younger (optional). SIGN UP REQUIRED.
Designed to address the challenges faced by high-achieving women who often are pulled in different directions while balancing various demands such as career, family, relationships, and personal well-being. It is intended for women who may feel depleted or alone in their struggles with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, or a history of trauma.
Hosted by Frank Bartolomeo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Group meets in New Canaan, CT 06840
Designed to address the challenges faced by high-achieving women who often are pulled in different directions while balancing various demands such as career, family, relationships, and personal well-being. It is intended for women who may feel depleted or alone in their struggles with anxiety, depression, substance misuse, or a history of trauma.
TWO GROUP OPTIONS: Mondays 6 PM (in person) and Thursdays 530 PM (virtual). This group is open to young adult and adult women. It is an open process group with skills (CBT, DBT, mindfulness etc) incorporated as needed. It is a comfortable environment to talk about life stressors, relationships, anxiety, depression, and anything else on the mind while developing healthy coping skills and communication skills and improving interpersonal relationships.
TWO GROUP OPTIONS: Mondays 6 PM (in person) and Thursdays 530 PM (virtual). This group is open to young adult and adult women. It is an open process group with skills (CBT, DBT, mindfulness etc) incorporated as needed. It is a comfortable environment to talk about life stressors, relationships, anxiety, depression, and anything else on the mind while developing healthy coping skills and communication skills and improving interpersonal relationships.
There are many challenges for being a teen girl. We live in a high pressure society and often times it can feel as though we are struggling alone. In this group, young women coping with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, academic stress, and peer conflict are encouraged to bring their concerns and both offer and receive peer support. The girls will learn various strategies to cope with stress including reversing negative thoughts, learning to effectively communicate with others, and practice self-validation. If this is something you think your teen can benefit from please call for a consultation. **Offered both in person and zoom**
Hosted by Kelly Meany
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC, CSAT-AS
Group meets in Darien, CT 06820
There are many challenges for being a teen girl. We live in a high pressure society and often times it can feel as though we are struggling alone. In this group, young women coping with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, body dysmorphia, academic stress, and peer conflict are encouraged to bring their concerns and both offer and receive peer support. The girls will learn various strategies to cope with stress including reversing negative thoughts, learning to effectively communicate with others, and practice self-validation. If this is something you think your teen can benefit from please call for a consultation. **Offered both in person and zoom**
¡Libera al artista que llevas dentro en Noche de Artes! Nuestras sesiones semanales de manualidades en línea están diseñadas para reunir a una comunidad cristiana solo para mujeres, empoderándose mutuamente para aprender, compartir y crear hermosas artesanías hechas a mano. Ya sea que sea un creador principiante o experimentado, únase a nosotros para descubrir el placer de crear, desarrollar la confianza en sí mismo y socializar en un espacio seguro y enriquecedor..
¡Libera al artista que llevas dentro en Noche de Artes! Nuestras sesiones semanales de manualidades en línea están diseñadas para reunir a una comunidad cristiana solo para mujeres, empoderándose mutuamente para aprender, compartir y crear hermosas artesanías hechas a mano. Ya sea que sea un creador principiante o experimentado, únase a nosotros para descubrir el placer de crear, desarrollar la confianza en sí mismo y socializar en un espacio seguro y enriquecedor..
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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.