This group is dedicated to clarifying issues related to being the noncustodial parent and helping the no-custodial parent find ways of better relating, co-parenting, and stabilizing relationships for the sake of the emotional and psychosocial development of the child (ren) involved. Participants report feeling like they are no longer alone and feeling empowered with the knowledge and skills to fight for their rights in a productive manner among other positive developments in their relationships and employment.

Hosted by Familial Bonds LLC Psychotherapy and Consultation
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lithia Springs, GA 30122
This group is dedicated to clarifying issues related to being the noncustodial parent and helping the no-custodial parent find ways of better relating, co-parenting, and stabilizing relationships for the sake of the emotional and psychosocial development of the child (ren) involved. Participants report feeling like they are no longer alone and feeling empowered with the knowledge and skills to fight for their rights in a productive manner among other positive developments in their relationships and employment.
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.
Online Groups
A place to come, feel supported, have others listen to you and to be held accountable. Walking the journey of life with others often encourages growth - there's a place for you.

Hosted by M. Queen Bailey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EAP-C
Group meets in Smyrna, GA 30080
A place to come, feel supported, have others listen to you and to be held accountable. Walking the journey of life with others often encourages growth - there's a place for you.
Transform Your Life in Just 6 Weeks! Are you feeling weighed down by past wounds or societal expectations? It's time to break free and step into your light with our course, "Defying Gravity: Healing, Breaking Free & Reclaiming Your Inner Glow." [x} Heal from emotional scars [x] Release limiting beliefs ?[x] Craft a life filled with joy and success on your terms. Join a community of women on the same journey as you. Together, let's rise above the gravity of our pasts! GROUP IS VIRTUAL

Hosted by Mel Preston @ Matter of Focus Counseling, LLC.
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, LMFT
Group meets in Fayetteville, GA 30215
Transform Your Life in Just 6 Weeks! Are you feeling weighed down by past wounds or societal expectations? It's time to break free and step into your light with our course, "Defying Gravity: Healing, Breaking Free & Reclaiming Your Inner Glow." [x} Heal from emotional scars [x] Release limiting beliefs ?[x] Craft a life filled with joy and success on your terms. Join a community of women on the same journey as you. Together, let's rise above the gravity of our pasts! GROUP IS VIRTUAL
Join us in this therapist led support group to process experiences with body image, learn self-compassion, and feel less alone. All body sizes welcome. LGBTQ+ safe. Ages 18+. This is a process/support group to discuss experiences related to body image. Mallory will be teaching body neutrality throughout this group as well. This is an open group with a 4-week minimum commitment. Virtual group.

Hosted by Mallory Callans
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Roswell, GA 30076
Join us in this therapist led support group to process experiences with body image, learn self-compassion, and feel less alone. All body sizes welcome. LGBTQ+ safe. Ages 18+. This is a process/support group to discuss experiences related to body image. Mallory will be teaching body neutrality throughout this group as well. This is an open group with a 4-week minimum commitment. Virtual group.
This is a group for women in their 60's and beyond, exploring issues related to aging. We are currently using Connie Zweig's book, The Inner Work of Age: Shifting from Role to Soul, as a vehicle for exploring this time of life.

This is a group for women in their 60's and beyond, exploring issues related to aging. We are currently using Connie Zweig's book, The Inner Work of Age: Shifting from Role to Soul, as a vehicle for exploring this time of life.
At Allen Counseling Clinic, we are dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. Our mission is to provide you and your family with compassionate, professional, and effective counseling services to support you on your journey toward mental and emotional wellness. "Therapy That Will Move You To Thrive"

At Allen Counseling Clinic, we are dedicated to your well-being and personal growth. Our mission is to provide you and your family with compassionate, professional, and effective counseling services to support you on your journey toward mental and emotional wellness. "Therapy That Will Move You To Thrive"
This is a process group for women ages 22+. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 8-9:30am. Topics Include: Grief & Loss, Healing from Divorce, Creating Identity, Loneliness Relationship Support - related to marriage, partnership, dating, or single hood, Self Compassion, Finding Purpose & Fulfillment, Career Support, Living a Creative Existence, Claiming Your Voice, Vulnerability, Spirituality, Holistic Care of Self - Mind, Body, Spirit

Hosted by Megan W Broadhead
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, MDiv
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30341
This is a process group for women ages 22+. We meet on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 8-9:30am. Topics Include: Grief & Loss, Healing from Divorce, Creating Identity, Loneliness Relationship Support - related to marriage, partnership, dating, or single hood, Self Compassion, Finding Purpose & Fulfillment, Career Support, Living a Creative Existence, Claiming Your Voice, Vulnerability, Spirituality, Holistic Care of Self - Mind, Body, Spirit
Coming soon: Make the most of your counseling journey by setting achievable counseling goals, learn what to do between sessions, & prepare for deeper work as counseling progresses. Not ready to start? Buy the workbook www.tlccounselingatl.com/shop .

Hosted by Dr. Tashika L Holloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdD
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30331
Coming soon: Make the most of your counseling journey by setting achievable counseling goals, learn what to do between sessions, & prepare for deeper work as counseling progresses. Not ready to start? Buy the workbook www.tlccounselingatl.com/shop .
"Reclaim Your Crown" self-development is available for women to rise above your circumstances, reinvent yourself, and walk boldly in your God-given potential. Affordable

Hosted by Counselor and Life Coach
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC-11, CAMS 11, MATS, CPS-AD
Group meets in Scottdale, GA 30079
"Reclaim Your Crown" self-development is available for women to rise above your circumstances, reinvent yourself, and walk boldly in your God-given potential. Affordable
Good Grief!™ is a supportive group for women navigating life’s significant transitions, including grief, divorce, career changes, relationship changes, empty nesting, or shifts in identity and purpose. This welcoming space offers connection, reflection, meaningful conversation, and practical tools to help women process change and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Participants will have an opportunity to share experiences, explore new possibilities, reconnect with their strengths, and begin embracing what comes next. Whether you are healing from loss or simply ready for a new chapter, you do not have to navigate the transition alone.

Good Grief!™ is a supportive group for women navigating life’s significant transitions, including grief, divorce, career changes, relationship changes, empty nesting, or shifts in identity and purpose. This welcoming space offers connection, reflection, meaningful conversation, and practical tools to help women process change and move forward with greater clarity and confidence. Participants will have an opportunity to share experiences, explore new possibilities, reconnect with their strengths, and begin embracing what comes next. Whether you are healing from loss or simply ready for a new chapter, you do not have to navigate the transition alone.
You don’t have to do life alone. Our community groups are designed to offer connection, support, and a space where you can simply be human. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or just craving deeper connection, we invite you to come as you are. Through meaningful conversations, workshops, mindfulness, breathwork, and shared experiences, our hope is that you leave feeling more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself and others.

Hosted by Tori Tatum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Suwanee, GA 30024
You don’t have to do life alone. Our community groups are designed to offer connection, support, and a space where you can simply be human. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, anxious, or just craving deeper connection, we invite you to come as you are. Through meaningful conversations, workshops, mindfulness, breathwork, and shared experiences, our hope is that you leave feeling more grounded, supported, and connected to yourself and others.
A 10-week trauma-informed group designed to help women understand the impact of trauma while building emotional awareness, self-trust, and empowerment. Through guided reflection, skill-building, and group connection, participants will explore how trauma has shaped their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self — while developing tools to support healing and long-term growth.

A 10-week trauma-informed group designed to help women understand the impact of trauma while building emotional awareness, self-trust, and empowerment. Through guided reflection, skill-building, and group connection, participants will explore how trauma has shaped their thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of self — while developing tools to support healing and long-term growth.
In Post Break-up Support we will discuss strategies for healing after a breakup and guidance for future relationships. We will also explore the grief and loss associated with the demise of a relationship. Contact Dr. Winn at drkwinn@winn-winsolution.hush.com for more information and to register.

Hosted by Dr. Kietra Winn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, CEAP
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30345
In Post Break-up Support we will discuss strategies for healing after a breakup and guidance for future relationships. We will also explore the grief and loss associated with the demise of a relationship. Contact Dr. Winn at drkwinn@winn-winsolution.hush.com for more information and to register.
Who This Is For - Steadier ground, with other women beside you Grounded is a skills group for women managing stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm — the kind that builds quietly underneath everything you’re carrying. If you’re stretched thin, running on self-criticism, and finding it hard to set boundaries or feel steady, this group is built for exactly that.

Who This Is For - Steadier ground, with other women beside you Grounded is a skills group for women managing stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm — the kind that builds quietly underneath everything you’re carrying. If you’re stretched thin, running on self-criticism, and finding it hard to set boundaries or feel steady, this group is built for exactly that.
This virtual, twice-monthly group offers a space for deep self-exploration, emotional processing, and authentic connection. It’s not traditional therapy or goal-oriented coaching—it’s a place to process life as it unfolds in a supportive environment. We meet to explore emotions, patterns, and experiences in real-time, allowing for insight, clarity, and integration. There’s no pressure to “fix” anything—just space to be seen, heard, and supported. Ideal for those seeking meaningful conversation, self-awareness, and a deeper sense of presence in their lives. Join us and experience the power of shared reflection and connection.

Hosted by Lisa Jacobson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RYT
Group meets in Carrollton, GA 30117
This virtual, twice-monthly group offers a space for deep self-exploration, emotional processing, and authentic connection. It’s not traditional therapy or goal-oriented coaching—it’s a place to process life as it unfolds in a supportive environment. We meet to explore emotions, patterns, and experiences in real-time, allowing for insight, clarity, and integration. There’s no pressure to “fix” anything—just space to be seen, heard, and supported. Ideal for those seeking meaningful conversation, self-awareness, and a deeper sense of presence in their lives. Join us and experience the power of shared reflection and connection.
The 6- week Healing Circle for Women Navigating Conflict, Distance, and Loss in Friendship” This 6-week virtual women’s therapy group provides a supportive space to explore the emotional impact of friendship conflict, distance, and loss. Many women experience grief, confusion, or unresolved feelings when friendships change or end, yet this type of loss is often minimized or overlooked. In this group, participants will process friendship-related grief, examine relational patterns, and develop healthier ways of navigating conflict, boundaries, and emotional connection. The group offers a compassionate, confidential environment for reflection, support, and healing alongside others with shared experiences.

Hosted by Taivia Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Group meets in East Point, GA 30344
The 6- week Healing Circle for Women Navigating Conflict, Distance, and Loss in Friendship” This 6-week virtual women’s therapy group provides a supportive space to explore the emotional impact of friendship conflict, distance, and loss. Many women experience grief, confusion, or unresolved feelings when friendships change or end, yet this type of loss is often minimized or overlooked. In this group, participants will process friendship-related grief, examine relational patterns, and develop healthier ways of navigating conflict, boundaries, and emotional connection. The group offers a compassionate, confidential environment for reflection, support, and healing alongside others with shared experiences.
Join an informal, virtual small group that is fun, educational and supportive. We will navigate through challenges at home, work and as parents as we develop our resilience muscle. We'll learn the best resiliency practices and learn from one another. Never do anything hard alone! The commitment is for five 90 minute meetings. (everywhere in the USA and English speaking internationals are invited)

Hosted by Judy Cantwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, CCATP, LPC, BCC, BC-TMH, MAC
Group meets in Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Join an informal, virtual small group that is fun, educational and supportive. We will navigate through challenges at home, work and as parents as we develop our resilience muscle. We'll learn the best resiliency practices and learn from one another. Never do anything hard alone! The commitment is for five 90 minute meetings. (everywhere in the USA and English speaking internationals are invited)
This group reaches out to women who have children who are now involved in systemic care (i.e. DFCS, DJJ, youth development centers, etc.) The focus of the group is to create skills that will support those learned by the child as well as provide a space for women to identify those areas of motherhood that create stress, frustration and lack of control. You will be with like-minded, non-judgmental women who will provide a space for you to be vulnerable and open.

Hosted by Ronda D. Shirley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MBA, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Warner Robins, GA 31088
This group reaches out to women who have children who are now involved in systemic care (i.e. DFCS, DJJ, youth development centers, etc.) The focus of the group is to create skills that will support those learned by the child as well as provide a space for women to identify those areas of motherhood that create stress, frustration and lack of control. You will be with like-minded, non-judgmental women who will provide a space for you to be vulnerable and open.
Healing Together: A Support Group for Women Experiencing Painful Intercourse . Do you experience pain during intercourse? You’re not alone, and you deserve support. This confidential and compassionate group is designed to help women navigate the physical and emotional challenges of painful intercourse (dyspareunia). -A safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences -Emotional support and understanding from others who relate -Expert-led discussions on causes, treatments, and coping strategies -Guided exercises to promote healing and self-care. Location: Online/ In Person; Date & Time: TBD Cost: $75/session

Hosted by Tali Boots
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Group meets in Norcross, GA 30071
Healing Together: A Support Group for Women Experiencing Painful Intercourse . Do you experience pain during intercourse? You’re not alone, and you deserve support. This confidential and compassionate group is designed to help women navigate the physical and emotional challenges of painful intercourse (dyspareunia). -A safe, non-judgmental space to share experiences -Emotional support and understanding from others who relate -Expert-led discussions on causes, treatments, and coping strategies -Guided exercises to promote healing and self-care. Location: Online/ In Person; Date & Time: TBD Cost: $75/session
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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.


