Step into the peace of the natural world with our Nature Therapy & Mindfulness Walks series. Through them we will tap into the seasonal cycles of Nature, learning to use Mindfulness practices to help you unwind, reconnect, and find mental clarity and balance. This special series is exclusively for women, ages 18 and up, and runs for approximately 3 months, meeting every other week on Saturday mornings on a different and gentle trail within New Haven County. Each walk will take roughly 90 mins total, with guided exercises and mindfulness skills-building. Series will run year-round - join one or all!
Hosted by Mindful Nature Counseling and Psychotherapy
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, C-NIP
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
Step into the peace of the natural world with our Nature Therapy & Mindfulness Walks series. Through them we will tap into the seasonal cycles of Nature, learning to use Mindfulness practices to help you unwind, reconnect, and find mental clarity and balance. This special series is exclusively for women, ages 18 and up, and runs for approximately 3 months, meeting every other week on Saturday mornings on a different and gentle trail within New Haven County. Each walk will take roughly 90 mins total, with guided exercises and mindfulness skills-building. Series will run year-round - join one or all!
A 12-session group for women 55+ for discussion, healing, and community. Please reach out for more details. **Fall, 2025 group now forming to begin mid-September**
Hosted by Ashley Warner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD-P
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
A 12-session group for women 55+ for discussion, healing, and community. Please reach out for more details. **Fall, 2025 group now forming to begin mid-September**
8-week group focusing on changing habitual patterns associated with binge eating and emotional regulation. An integrative approach emphasizes mindfulness principles and skills that match each members unique and shared needs for sustaining mind, body and self connections for ongoing improved eating and body-image. A once monthly support group is available after completion of the 8-week group.
Hosted by Holly Starkman, PhD, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
8-week group focusing on changing habitual patterns associated with binge eating and emotional regulation. An integrative approach emphasizes mindfulness principles and skills that match each members unique and shared needs for sustaining mind, body and self connections for ongoing improved eating and body-image. A once monthly support group is available after completion of the 8-week group.
Join us for an ongoing group focused on YOUR needs. Part psychoeducation, part therapy & coping, part peer support; offering a welcoming space to explore mental health, resilience, and personal well-being in a supportive, empowering environment. We’ll learn about topics like managing stress, emotional wellness, life transitions, illness, loss, loneliness, and more—providing tools for navigating uniques challenges for this life stage, with confidence. This is a working group, so expect a little bit of prep (maybe some reading or worksheets) now and then, but mostly we will learn from each other in real time. Refreshments will be available!
Hosted by Mindful Nature Counseling and Psychotherapy
Professional Counselor Associate, LPCA, C-NIP
Group meets in Guilford, CT 06437
Join us for an ongoing group focused on YOUR needs. Part psychoeducation, part therapy & coping, part peer support; offering a welcoming space to explore mental health, resilience, and personal well-being in a supportive, empowering environment. We’ll learn about topics like managing stress, emotional wellness, life transitions, illness, loss, loneliness, and more—providing tools for navigating uniques challenges for this life stage, with confidence. This is a working group, so expect a little bit of prep (maybe some reading or worksheets) now and then, but mostly we will learn from each other in real time. Refreshments will be available!
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Working Mothers Group
This supportive group will address topics of guilt, balance, self-doubt, career ladder, and other related topics 6:00pm Tuesdays (Starting July 10) $25.00 a group Email: info@cranecounselingservices.com Call or text for further informaition: 860-391-6414
Hosted by Jennifer L Crane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Group meets in North Haven, CT 06473
Working Mothers Group
This supportive group will address topics of guilt, balance, self-doubt, career ladder, and other related topics 6:00pm Tuesdays (Starting July 10) $25.00 a group Email: info@cranecounselingservices.com Call or text for further informaition: 860-391-6414
Virtual Group: Join a supportive and empowering space for women to reconnect with themselves and each other. Over 15 weeks, we’ll explore essential topics like self-care, family dynamics, parenting, body image, boundaries, and stress. Whether you're managing motherhood, caregiving, or striving to reclaim time for yourself, this group offers a space to reflect, connect, and grow. You'll leave feeling more complete, fulfilled, and in control—with practical tools and renewed confidence to support your emotional and mental well-being.
Hosted by Jacquella Forgey-Carpenter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06517
Virtual Group: Join a supportive and empowering space for women to reconnect with themselves and each other. Over 15 weeks, we’ll explore essential topics like self-care, family dynamics, parenting, body image, boundaries, and stress. Whether you're managing motherhood, caregiving, or striving to reclaim time for yourself, this group offers a space to reflect, connect, and grow. You'll leave feeling more complete, fulfilled, and in control—with practical tools and renewed confidence to support your emotional and mental well-being.
Join me in the safety of the Women's Circle - In this circle you will find peace, exploration, safety & support +Embodiment: breath work, yoga & meditation +Empowerment: learn how to cultivate unconditional self-acceptance & self-compassion +Evolve: explore how to be courageous, awake and present, with kind attention to all thoughts and feelings +Expression: Using natural and man-made materials to create soulful expressions.
Join me in the safety of the Women's Circle - In this circle you will find peace, exploration, safety & support +Embodiment: breath work, yoga & meditation +Empowerment: learn how to cultivate unconditional self-acceptance & self-compassion +Evolve: explore how to be courageous, awake and present, with kind attention to all thoughts and feelings +Expression: Using natural and man-made materials to create soulful expressions.
6 Week Virtual Relationship group for women. Starts July 21st 2021.
Moving beyond relationship past hurts and pains to create deeper meaningful relationships Facilitated by Shawniel Chamanlal, LCSW.
Learn proven strategies to release old relationship patterns, move beyond the fear of commitment, and create healthier more fulfilling relationships. Allowing for healing, growth, and to revitalize your desire to embrace love and create the relationships you truly desire.
6 Week Virtual Relationship group for women. Starts July 21st 2021.
Moving beyond relationship past hurts and pains to create deeper meaningful relationships Facilitated by Shawniel Chamanlal, LCSW.
Learn proven strategies to release old relationship patterns, move beyond the fear of commitment, and create healthier more fulfilling relationships. Allowing for healing, growth, and to revitalize your desire to embrace love and create the relationships you truly desire.
**INTAKE OPEN, GROUP ONGOING**. This in-person group creates a mutually supportive environment for women to continue rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of trauma. It's a great fit for those who have been in therapy awhile for childhood trauma, sexual assault, abuse, or workplace trauma, and are looking to continue their recovery work through the interpersonal approach of group therapy. Open to anyone who identifies as a woman. An evaluation is required before joining the group. To schedule please call West Rock Wellness (203) 930-2995.
Hosted by Katrina L Sanyal
Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A, RDT, MA
Group meets in New Haven, CT 06515
**INTAKE OPEN, GROUP ONGOING**. This in-person group creates a mutually supportive environment for women to continue rebuilding their lives in the aftermath of trauma. It's a great fit for those who have been in therapy awhile for childhood trauma, sexual assault, abuse, or workplace trauma, and are looking to continue their recovery work through the interpersonal approach of group therapy. Open to anyone who identifies as a woman. An evaluation is required before joining the group. To schedule please call West Rock Wellness (203) 930-2995.
New Groups Forming! Mothering in 2024 Wellness Series. Contact Nina for more information on details of upcoming openings at (475) 271-1764.
Hosted by Nina Sutton
Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPCA
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
New Groups Forming! Mothering in 2024 Wellness Series. Contact Nina for more information on details of upcoming openings at (475) 271-1764.
In this online group you will be provided strategies and education to help you manage your recovery. In addition, you have time to interact with your peers to give and receive support. This group is starting in February 2024 and will be faciitated by Danielle Glick, LPC. Please reach out if you are interested.
Hosted by Sound Health and Wellness LLC. Children-Adults
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in East Haven, CT 06513
In this online group you will be provided strategies and education to help you manage your recovery. In addition, you have time to interact with your peers to give and receive support. This group is starting in February 2024 and will be faciitated by Danielle Glick, LPC. Please reach out if you are interested.
Experiencing a domestic violence situation is traumatic and can cause a survivor to feel isolated and confused. In this group you will join others who have similar experiences and can often offer comfort and healing. This support group offers a safe and caring environment for survivors to heal from their traumatic relationship, improve coping skills and self-esteem, and develop healthy relationships. The group leader has knowledge and experience specific to trauma and domestic violence. If you are currently in a domestic violence relationship or a survivor in need of support, please call to schedule appointment today.
Experiencing a domestic violence situation is traumatic and can cause a survivor to feel isolated and confused. In this group you will join others who have similar experiences and can often offer comfort and healing. This support group offers a safe and caring environment for survivors to heal from their traumatic relationship, improve coping skills and self-esteem, and develop healthy relationships. The group leader has knowledge and experience specific to trauma and domestic violence. If you are currently in a domestic violence relationship or a survivor in need of support, please call to schedule appointment today.
An interpersonal women's group for ages 25 and up to explore interpersonal relating, life transitions, work-life balance, and/or health issues. I promote authenticity and empowerment in relating and we explore the obstacles inherent in that effort including power differentials, fear of hurting others, identity, sense of belonging, and/or people pleasing. It's meant to give more freedom, choice and options in relationships outside of group therapy, as well as increased self-knowledge.
Hosted by Michelle A Collins-Greene
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06517
An interpersonal women's group for ages 25 and up to explore interpersonal relating, life transitions, work-life balance, and/or health issues. I promote authenticity and empowerment in relating and we explore the obstacles inherent in that effort including power differentials, fear of hurting others, identity, sense of belonging, and/or people pleasing. It's meant to give more freedom, choice and options in relationships outside of group therapy, as well as increased self-knowledge.
New Mom and need to feel a connection to the outside world again? Or are you a Mom who just needs to get back to focusing on self? Join either group! Call office for details as groups change. We also have virtual groups.
Hosted by Venice Garner Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in North Haven, CT 06473
New Mom and need to feel a connection to the outside world again? Or are you a Mom who just needs to get back to focusing on self? Join either group! Call office for details as groups change. We also have virtual groups.
Come join other women going through a separation, divorce and navigating the next stage of life
Come join other women going through a separation, divorce and navigating the next stage of life
Small Group Support in Managing Life Transitions (break-ups, divorce, grief, aging, job or career change).
Small Group Support in Managing Life Transitions (break-ups, divorce, grief, aging, job or career change).
This is a group for women ages 18-25 who are navigating life transitions and would benefit from company of other women in their age range also navigating life’s changes. This group will be full of coping strategies and mindfulness skills. We will be starting on March 19th and will run for 12 weeks. Come join us as we empower each other to share experiences and work through the process of adult growing pains! We will utilize DBT skills and learn how to cope ahead, manage stress and be in tune with our bodies!
This is a group for women ages 18-25 who are navigating life transitions and would benefit from company of other women in their age range also navigating life’s changes. This group will be full of coping strategies and mindfulness skills. We will be starting on March 19th and will run for 12 weeks. Come join us as we empower each other to share experiences and work through the process of adult growing pains! We will utilize DBT skills and learn how to cope ahead, manage stress and be in tune with our bodies!
See Tuesday group for description. For more information about group psychotherapy, visit my website https://www.lisahodeslcsw.com/
Hosted by Lisa Hodes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP, (She, Her, Hers)
Group meets in New Haven, CT 06511
See Tuesday group for description. For more information about group psychotherapy, visit my website https://www.lisahodeslcsw.com/
Groups are well organized topic and discussions pertaining to life’s challenges. I am a seasoned Clinician with groups being my specialty. Discussions are interactive, engaging, challenging, yet beneficial to all group members needs. People laugh, become emotional, and leave group feeling empowered and rejuvenated. Groups are an opportunity to get support, while helping someone else with your own experiences. I maintain a relaxed environment in order to make sharing easier and more productive. If interested contact me, I will respond with details of openings for group attendance. Come join us!
Hosted by Core Counseling, Laura Wernick (Owner)
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAC, DARC
Group meets in Branford, CT 06405
Groups are well organized topic and discussions pertaining to life’s challenges. I am a seasoned Clinician with groups being my specialty. Discussions are interactive, engaging, challenging, yet beneficial to all group members needs. People laugh, become emotional, and leave group feeling empowered and rejuvenated. Groups are an opportunity to get support, while helping someone else with your own experiences. I maintain a relaxed environment in order to make sharing easier and more productive. If interested contact me, I will respond with details of openings for group attendance. Come join us!
For professional women ages 20 and up working on relationships, personal health, work/life balance, career advancement, social acceptance, and parenting. One or more individual sessions are offered before joining the group to establish personal therapeutic goals and expectations of group psychotherapy.
Hosted by Michelle A Collins-Greene
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP, CGP, AGPA-F
Group meets in Hamden, CT 06517
For professional women ages 20 and up working on relationships, personal health, work/life balance, career advancement, social acceptance, and parenting. One or more individual sessions are offered before joining the group to establish personal therapeutic goals and expectations of group psychotherapy.
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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.