This holistic group centers on individuals who are in a transition due to a life change event or wanting to make personal and/or professional changes. We will focus on the things one can change and accepting responsibility for one's decisions and actions. The groups will be 60-minute bi-monthly sessions. There will be a maximum of 7-8 participants.
Hosted by Tamara Brown Payne
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CRC, NCC, ACS
Group meets in Douglasville, GA 30135
This holistic group centers on individuals who are in a transition due to a life change event or wanting to make personal and/or professional changes. We will focus on the things one can change and accepting responsibility for one's decisions and actions. The groups will be 60-minute bi-monthly sessions. There will be a maximum of 7-8 participants.
This group provides a platform for parents who struggle with the normal challenges of parenthood, and the extreme challenges of dealing with a child who has mental health or behavioral issues. Parents will share their experiences, thoughts, and concerns with peers who are going through the same issues. Parents will explore their emotional struggles, identify triggers, recognize their individual patterns of behaviors, and work on solutions to better their situation. Individuals will learn skills and techniques to help them find their balance and get to a place of well-being.
This group provides a platform for parents who struggle with the normal challenges of parenthood, and the extreme challenges of dealing with a child who has mental health or behavioral issues. Parents will share their experiences, thoughts, and concerns with peers who are going through the same issues. Parents will explore their emotional struggles, identify triggers, recognize their individual patterns of behaviors, and work on solutions to better their situation. Individuals will learn skills and techniques to help them find their balance and get to a place of well-being.
This virtual parenting class, held Tuesdays from 6:30–7:30 PM, uses the accredited Nurturing Parenting Curriculum to support both court-mandated and voluntary participants. Sessions cover positive discipline, effective communication, emotional regulation, building empathy, and strengthening parent-child relationships. Classes can also be offered individually as needed. Attendance verification is provided for DFCS or court requirements. Participants gain practical skills and tools to foster nurturing, safe, and respectful environments, supporting both child development and family well-being.
This virtual parenting class, held Tuesdays from 6:30–7:30 PM, uses the accredited Nurturing Parenting Curriculum to support both court-mandated and voluntary participants. Sessions cover positive discipline, effective communication, emotional regulation, building empathy, and strengthening parent-child relationships. Classes can also be offered individually as needed. Attendance verification is provided for DFCS or court requirements. Participants gain practical skills and tools to foster nurturing, safe, and respectful environments, supporting both child development and family well-being.
Online Groups
Beginning June 18th, CHANCE will offer 6-week Active Parenting Courses. Parents will discuss, explore, and learn: Winning Communication, Responsibility and Discipline, Reducing the risks of Drugs, Sexuality, and Violence, and many other exciting topics. Please call our Covington location for more details on signing up. (877) 393-8184
Hosted by CHANCE
Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, APRN, LPC, LCSW
Group meets in Covington, GA 30014
Beginning June 18th, CHANCE will offer 6-week Active Parenting Courses. Parents will discuss, explore, and learn: Winning Communication, Responsibility and Discipline, Reducing the risks of Drugs, Sexuality, and Violence, and many other exciting topics. Please call our Covington location for more details on signing up. (877) 393-8184
Are you a single mother facing the challenges of raising a family on your own? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed and lack confidence in your parenting skills? Do you often wonder if you are doing things “right”? Online group therapy offers a unique opportunity for single mothers to connect with each other from the privacy of their own homes. In this group, participants will learn different stress management skills, effective parental communication skills and other coping skills needed to deal with the everyday challenges of motherhood.
Hosted by Mireille (Mimi) Etienne
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC, LMHC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30345
Are you a single mother facing the challenges of raising a family on your own? Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed and lack confidence in your parenting skills? Do you often wonder if you are doing things “right”? Online group therapy offers a unique opportunity for single mothers to connect with each other from the privacy of their own homes. In this group, participants will learn different stress management skills, effective parental communication skills and other coping skills needed to deal with the everyday challenges of motherhood.
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed or emotionally drained and long to parent with more patience and presence? Are you navigating the challenges of raising a child who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, an addiction, or an eating disorder? Were you raised by emotionally immature or abusive parents and desire to break that cycle? Are you ready to begin your own healing journey to positively impact your children, your loved ones, and yourself? Do you long for support, understanding, and authentic connection with other mothers walking a similar path? If yes, then this group is for you.
Hosted by Gail A. Phillips, LCSW - Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30305
Psychotherapy Support Group for Mothers: Heal your own emotional wounds to become the nurturing, emotionally attuned parent your children need to develop healthy self-esteem, form loving relationships, build resilience, and thrive through life's inevitable ups and downs.
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed or emotionally drained and long to parent with more patience and presence? Are you navigating the challenges of raising a child who struggles with anxiety, depression, ADHD, autism, an addiction, or an eating disorder? Were you raised by emotionally immature or abusive parents and desire to break that cycle? Are you ready to begin your own healing journey to positively impact your children, your loved ones, and yourself? Do you long for support, understanding, and authentic connection with other mothers walking a similar path? If yes, then this group is for you.
Our in person parenting support group assists in parent education, learning techniques to practice in your home as well as interactive feedback. It's a 4 week course for $120 (no childcare available) and there are several series starting: Monday, January 12, 2026 from 6pm - 7:30pm through February 2, 2026 and Monday February 9, 2026, 6:pm - 7:30pm through March 2, 2026.
Hosted by Hope Infusion Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MFT, CPCS
Group meets in Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Our in person parenting support group assists in parent education, learning techniques to practice in your home as well as interactive feedback. It's a 4 week course for $120 (no childcare available) and there are several series starting: Monday, January 12, 2026 from 6pm - 7:30pm through February 2, 2026 and Monday February 9, 2026, 6:pm - 7:30pm through March 2, 2026.
A monthly, therapist-facilitated, peer support group for parents and caregivers to find support and resources related to the unique complexities of adoptive parenting. Pre-registration interview is required. For more information, visit https://www.arborcovetherapy.com/.
A monthly, therapist-facilitated, peer support group for parents and caregivers to find support and resources related to the unique complexities of adoptive parenting. Pre-registration interview is required. For more information, visit https://www.arborcovetherapy.com/.
This group is intended to help parents better manage their children's unwanted behaviors and to give them the opportunity to learn strategies to get their children to act in a more satisfactory way. Parents will learn different ways to communicate with their children and to make it easier for their children to do their best and become productive and happy human beings.
This group is intended to help parents better manage their children's unwanted behaviors and to give them the opportunity to learn strategies to get their children to act in a more satisfactory way. Parents will learn different ways to communicate with their children and to make it easier for their children to do their best and become productive and happy human beings.
This group is for parents and other adults supporting someone who is learning DBT coping skills for managing emotions. Learn how to model being mindful and aware of feelings and how to change them, how to tolerate stress, and how to be effective in relationships. This class meets in-person (online attendance is also possible) one hour each week on Tuesdays from 5 to 6pm. Parents don’t need a therapist in order to be in this class. This class is about supporting a loved one. Contact us now to register and get started!
This group is for parents and other adults supporting someone who is learning DBT coping skills for managing emotions. Learn how to model being mindful and aware of feelings and how to change them, how to tolerate stress, and how to be effective in relationships. This class meets in-person (online attendance is also possible) one hour each week on Tuesdays from 5 to 6pm. Parents don’t need a therapist in order to be in this class. This class is about supporting a loved one. Contact us now to register and get started!
Cura Cocktails & Conversations is an interactive group experience that varies from individuals engaging to prepare for relationship to couple's date nights! The goal is to offer a safe environment to learn something new and laugh a whole lot. This is not meant to be therapy but rather an opportunity to relate to others in similar situations. Check out www.curaforcouples.com to find out when the next event occurs.
Hosted by Cura Couples and Family Therapy Center of Atlanta
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30338
Cura Cocktails & Conversations is an interactive group experience that varies from individuals engaging to prepare for relationship to couple's date nights! The goal is to offer a safe environment to learn something new and laugh a whole lot. This is not meant to be therapy but rather an opportunity to relate to others in similar situations. Check out www.curaforcouples.com to find out when the next event occurs.
We want to teach you ABA. We have developed an extensive parent training curriculum so that you are empowered with the tools you need. On your terms, in your home, we will share with you the skills and techniques you need to continue progress with your child. We answer your questions, work on what you are uncomfortable with, and evaluate how you're doing. For more information, please contact Carpe Diem Intellectus today.
We want to teach you ABA. We have developed an extensive parent training curriculum so that you are empowered with the tools you need. On your terms, in your home, we will share with you the skills and techniques you need to continue progress with your child. We answer your questions, work on what you are uncomfortable with, and evaluate how you're doing. For more information, please contact Carpe Diem Intellectus today.
Our parent skills program aims to support and strengthen existing parenting abilities and promote the development of new competencies so that parents have the knowledge and skills needed to carry out child-rearing responsibilities and provide their children with experiences and opportunities that promote child learning. This class is offered nationwide and also in Spanish if requested.
Hosted by Relationship and Trauma Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPCS
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30331
Our parent skills program aims to support and strengthen existing parenting abilities and promote the development of new competencies so that parents have the knowledge and skills needed to carry out child-rearing responsibilities and provide their children with experiences and opportunities that promote child learning. This class is offered nationwide and also in Spanish if requested.
Orchard Parenting Support for Parents of Children with Developmental, Behavioral and Attentional Disorders ... including Behavioral, Autism Spectrum/Neuroatypical Status, Attachment Disorder, RAD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, DSED, ADD, ADHD ... is now forming in the Marietta, GA area. Call 770-686-0894 to pre-register or for more information.
Hosted by Orchard Human Services, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS ESE, MA CMHC, PhD, NCC, ACS
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30066
Orchard Parenting Support for Parents of Children with Developmental, Behavioral and Attentional Disorders ... including Behavioral, Autism Spectrum/Neuroatypical Status, Attachment Disorder, RAD, Reactive Attachment Disorder, DSED, ADD, ADHD ... is now forming in the Marietta, GA area. Call 770-686-0894 to pre-register or for more information.
This is a virtual group for expecting first time mothers, ages 21 - 40yrs. Moms to be who are looking for a safe space to process their pregnancy journey. Be apart of this is an open process group that will provide a safe, supporting and encouraging environment that allows you to express your fears, excitement and your pregnancy goals.
Hosted by Dionne Reid-Hayles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Lawrenceville, GA 30046
This is a virtual group for expecting first time mothers, ages 21 - 40yrs. Moms to be who are looking for a safe space to process their pregnancy journey. Be apart of this is an open process group that will provide a safe, supporting and encouraging environment that allows you to express your fears, excitement and your pregnancy goals.
Fathers Offering Counseling, Understanding and Structure Mission Statement: Project F.O.C.U.S. will work with local school boards and service agencies to provide life coaching, counseling, and community support to male students who don’t have a father in the home. Vision: Increase the community’s awareness about the need for men (fathers, mentors, counselors) to provide guidance to male students to help develop them into the leaders of tomorrow.
Fathers Offering Counseling, Understanding and Structure Mission Statement: Project F.O.C.U.S. will work with local school boards and service agencies to provide life coaching, counseling, and community support to male students who don’t have a father in the home. Vision: Increase the community’s awareness about the need for men (fathers, mentors, counselors) to provide guidance to male students to help develop them into the leaders of tomorrow.
I am forming a virtual Women's Support Group in May/June for 6-8 women ages 21 and older. The purpose of the group will be to provide a safe place to come together and be heard, seen and supported as you are. Women who may be interested in this experience are those going through major life transitions, dealing with challenges and difficulties in work, relationships and/or parenting. For more information regarding this opportunity, please reach out to me directly and I will provide more details to see if this might be a good fit for you!
Hosted by Kathryn Langner Tecosky
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
I am forming a virtual Women's Support Group in May/June for 6-8 women ages 21 and older. The purpose of the group will be to provide a safe place to come together and be heard, seen and supported as you are. Women who may be interested in this experience are those going through major life transitions, dealing with challenges and difficulties in work, relationships and/or parenting. For more information regarding this opportunity, please reach out to me directly and I will provide more details to see if this might be a good fit for you!
Weissglass Psychological Services, LLC is a private practice with locations in Atlanta, GA and Decatur, GA serving children, adolescents, adults, and families through therapy, parent services, and psychological evaluations and consultations.
Weissglass Psychological Services, LLC is a private practice with locations in Atlanta, GA and Decatur, GA serving children, adolescents, adults, and families through therapy, parent services, and psychological evaluations and consultations.
Bringing Baby Home is an educational program for pregnant couples and families with children up to three years of age. It was designed and created by relationship experts, Drs. John and Julie Gottman. The goal of the program is to improve the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening the parental relationship. Parents Learn to: Increase friendship in their relationship Deal effectively with conflict, Keep dads involved in infant care and parenting Improve the quality of parent–infant interaction, Recognize the psychological and emotional needs of their child, Co- Parent effectively.
Hosted by Kathleen W Shack
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30005
Bringing Baby Home is an educational program for pregnant couples and families with children up to three years of age. It was designed and created by relationship experts, Drs. John and Julie Gottman. The goal of the program is to improve the quality of life for babies and children by strengthening the parental relationship. Parents Learn to: Increase friendship in their relationship Deal effectively with conflict, Keep dads involved in infant care and parenting Improve the quality of parent–infant interaction, Recognize the psychological and emotional needs of their child, Co- Parent effectively.
***Court approved Parenting Classes 404-503-8069
Hosted by MRT Classes
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-II, CEAP , SAP, MATS, PhD
Group meets in Jonesboro, GA 30236
***Court approved Parenting Classes 404-503-8069
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Parenting Support Groups
What does therapy for parenting look like?
Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.
When should a parent seek therapy?
When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.
How long does therapy take for parenting problems?
Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.
Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?
Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.