The rage. The guilt. The overstimulation. The grief. The resentment. The mental load. The loneliness. The conflicting emotions. The relationship changes. You’re not alone. Let’s talk about it! This virtual group is for mothers of children ages 4 and under who want to improve emotional well-being, find support in a caring community, and learn skills for managing the challenges of early motherhood. Group start date: 6/1/26 at 11:00 AM.
Hosted by Jordyn Bell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, C-DBT, PMH-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
I am also a certified parent educator through the Positive Discipline Association.
The rage. The guilt. The overstimulation. The grief. The resentment. The mental load. The loneliness. The conflicting emotions. The relationship changes. You’re not alone. Let’s talk about it! This virtual group is for mothers of children ages 4 and under who want to improve emotional well-being, find support in a caring community, and learn skills for managing the challenges of early motherhood. Group start date: 6/1/26 at 11:00 AM.
Feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or constantly worried? This supportive virtual group is designed for moms experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, and the challenges of balancing family, work, and personal responsibilities. Participants will learn practical coping strategies, stress-management techniques, healthy boundary-setting skills, and tools to reduce overwhelm and improve emotional well-being. Through guided discussions, psychoeducation, and evidence-based techniques, members will gain support, connection, and skills to navigate daily challenges with greater confidence and resilience. Join other moms in a safe, nonjudgmental space focused on growth, healing, and self-care. Reach out via phone or email if interested
Feeling stretched thin, emotionally exhausted, or constantly worried? This supportive virtual group is designed for moms experiencing anxiety, stress, burnout, and the challenges of balancing family, work, and personal responsibilities. Participants will learn practical coping strategies, stress-management techniques, healthy boundary-setting skills, and tools to reduce overwhelm and improve emotional well-being. Through guided discussions, psychoeducation, and evidence-based techniques, members will gain support, connection, and skills to navigate daily challenges with greater confidence and resilience. Join other moms in a safe, nonjudgmental space focused on growth, healing, and self-care. Reach out via phone or email if interested
Move your body AND bond with baby! This is a community movement class for parents and their babies who are navigating the perinatal/early parenting period, and wish to feel connected with their bodies again while also creating calm and comfort with their little. Through guided movement and responsive play, you will learn to connect, bond, and co-regulate with your child in a safe, relaxing environment. Held at Dance of Life, LLC all Tuesdays except 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Hosted by Kristine Purcell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, BC-DMT, LCPC, PMH-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21409
Move your body AND bond with baby! This is a community movement class for parents and their babies who are navigating the perinatal/early parenting period, and wish to feel connected with their bodies again while also creating calm and comfort with their little. Through guided movement and responsive play, you will learn to connect, bond, and co-regulate with your child in a safe, relaxing environment. Held at Dance of Life, LLC all Tuesdays except 2nd Tuesday of the month.
Parenting Group focuses on Issues related to Coping with Stress of Raising Children in Today's World
Parenting Group focuses on Issues related to Coping with Stress of Raising Children in Today's World
Learn to reduce co- parenting conflict, communicate effectively, and create a child-focused parenting plan. Gain clarity, confidence, and support from others navigating similar challenges—with guidance from a court-appointed mediator and parenting coach.Co- Parenting Support & Coordination Navigate Divorce & Shared Parenting Tools for High-Conflict Parenting Support for Divorced Parents Parenting Tools After Separation Reduce Conflict, Support Kids Separated/divorced parents in conflict Parents struggling with shared custody Divorced or separated co- parents High-conflict parenting situations Parents needing court-ordered support. Start Immediately: https://tinyurl.com/StopChaos
I help clients navigate divorce, child custody, co- parenting, and high-conflict family dynamics.
Learn to reduce co- parenting conflict, communicate effectively, and create a child-focused parenting plan. Gain clarity, confidence, and support from others navigating similar challenges—with guidance from a court-appointed mediator and parenting coach.Co- Parenting Support & Coordination Navigate Divorce & Shared Parenting Tools for High-Conflict Parenting Support for Divorced Parents Parenting Tools After Separation Reduce Conflict, Support Kids Separated/divorced parents in conflict Parents struggling with shared custody Divorced or separated co- parents High-conflict parenting situations Parents needing court-ordered support. Start Immediately: https://tinyurl.com/StopChaos
Join other parents and caregivers of children with mental and behavioral health challenges for conversation, peer support and information about community resources for your family.
Hosted by Wyvonne Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Join other parents and caregivers of children with mental and behavioral health challenges for conversation, peer support and information about community resources for your family.
Online link to sign up: https://bit.ly/4h7QZBe. Our Focus: Support for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating divorce, separation, custody, or blended family transitions. Target Audience: LGBTQ+ clients dealing with legal and emotional challenges of divorce, parenting, or family restructuring. Why It Works: LGBTQ+ clients often face unique legal, emotional, and family complexities—and may not feel safe or seen in general divorce groups. This is inclusive and deeply needed. Key Benefits to Promote: Affirming, judgment-free support, Legal + emotional clarity, Safe space to share transitions, Guidance for family restructuring and parenting plans
I help clients navigate divorce, child custody, co- parenting, and high-conflict family dynamics.
Online link to sign up: https://bit.ly/4h7QZBe. Our Focus: Support for LGBTQ+ individuals navigating divorce, separation, custody, or blended family transitions. Target Audience: LGBTQ+ clients dealing with legal and emotional challenges of divorce, parenting, or family restructuring. Why It Works: LGBTQ+ clients often face unique legal, emotional, and family complexities—and may not feel safe or seen in general divorce groups. This is inclusive and deeply needed. Key Benefits to Promote: Affirming, judgment-free support, Legal + emotional clarity, Safe space to share transitions, Guidance for family restructuring and parenting plans
This is a self-paced course to help you navigate the complicated, stressful aspects of divorce, including legal, financial, emotional, and relational advice. You can access the course at: betterlifedr.org or divorceready.org. Once you purchase the course, you will be invited to join our online support group.
This is a self-paced course to help you navigate the complicated, stressful aspects of divorce, including legal, financial, emotional, and relational advice. You can access the course at: betterlifedr.org or divorceready.org. Once you purchase the course, you will be invited to join our online support group.
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You want a real relationship built on trust, respect, and commitment. You are tired of short-term situations and ready for a partner who values love and stability. Join an online space that helps you prepare for a healthy marriage and choose someone who is aligned with your future.
Hosted by Yashica Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
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Starting October 2024! These parent support groups gives you an opportunity to relieve stress, gain support, discuss concerns about parenting toddlers and teens, learn strategies to help support them and yourself, and to cope with the challenges you are experiencing in a non-judgmental environment.
Hosted by Chernavia Miller-Hollingsworth
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Group meets in Columbia, MD 21044
Starting October 2024! These parent support groups gives you an opportunity to relieve stress, gain support, discuss concerns about parenting toddlers and teens, learn strategies to help support them and yourself, and to cope with the challenges you are experiencing in a non-judgmental environment.
As a PANS Mama of 3, I'm here to support the recovery of your fried nervous system! Come be a part of a supportive virtual group where you will not only have a chance to talk, but to also heal through the use of trauma and EMDR informed interventions meant for traumatic stress. Other cohort day/times available, along with trauma-informed yoga options. Please visit us at https://sararodriguezcoaching.com for more details or email Sara Rodriguez at creativecounselingconnections@yahoo.com. Other times/cohorts forming. This is an ongoing group, feel free to sign up anytime! Interest link: https://forms.gle/u1cysLkbPaJe4nm19
Hosted by Elise Celli- Chronic Illness, Grief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Group meets in Takoma Park, MD 20912
As a PANS Mama of 3, I'm here to support the recovery of your fried nervous system! Come be a part of a supportive virtual group where you will not only have a chance to talk, but to also heal through the use of trauma and EMDR informed interventions meant for traumatic stress. Other cohort day/times available, along with trauma-informed yoga options. Please visit us at https://sararodriguezcoaching.com for more details or email Sara Rodriguez at creativecounselingconnections@yahoo.com. Other times/cohorts forming. This is an ongoing group, feel free to sign up anytime! Interest link: https://forms.gle/u1cysLkbPaJe4nm19
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our virtual parent support groups via Zoom. Every Thursday night, parents come together at Sandstone Care and help each other as they navigate the challenges of helping their teen or young adult who struggles with drugs, alcohol, and mental health concerns. Parent support groups are free and open to all parents to attend. No program affiliation is required.
Hosted by Sandstone Care Towson
Treatment Center, MD, LPC, LAC, CAC-lll, CSACA
Group meets in Towson, MD 21286
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our virtual parent support groups via Zoom. Every Thursday night, parents come together at Sandstone Care and help each other as they navigate the challenges of helping their teen or young adult who struggles with drugs, alcohol, and mental health concerns. Parent support groups are free and open to all parents to attend. No program affiliation is required.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Feeling like you don't know how to build your village? Are you not recognizing yourself or your body postpartum? Our group will help you better understand postpartum, how to support and care for yourself, and how to begin building community. Join our 90-minute postpartum support group designed to help moms connect, share, and receive guidance from experts in postpartum wellness. The session ends with 30 minutes of movement and education from postpartum professionals (Pelvic floor, Yoga, Nutritionist, Strength Training, etc.) to support your recovery and wellbeing. Register Here: https://forms.gle/Wjm4xJbX8B91yFyK6
Hosted by Lauren Reider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CGP
Group meets in Severna Park, MD 21146
Are you feeling overwhelmed by motherhood? Feeling like you don't know how to build your village? Are you not recognizing yourself or your body postpartum? Our group will help you better understand postpartum, how to support and care for yourself, and how to begin building community. Join our 90-minute postpartum support group designed to help moms connect, share, and receive guidance from experts in postpartum wellness. The session ends with 30 minutes of movement and education from postpartum professionals (Pelvic floor, Yoga, Nutritionist, Strength Training, etc.) to support your recovery and wellbeing. Register Here: https://forms.gle/Wjm4xJbX8B91yFyK6
***Standard DBT Skills Classes: Middle School (virtual or in-person); High School (virtual or in-person); Adult (virtual only); Parent/Family (virtual only). Teen Classes meet twice/week on M/W, Adult Class meets once/week on Wednesdays.
***RO-DBT Skills Classes: High School (in-person only); Adult (in-person/virtual)
Hosted by Jasmine Parlett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, C-DBT
Group meets in Columbia, MD 21044
***Standard DBT Skills Classes: Middle School (virtual or in-person); High School (virtual or in-person); Adult (virtual only); Parent/Family (virtual only). Teen Classes meet twice/week on M/W, Adult Class meets once/week on Wednesdays.
***RO-DBT Skills Classes: High School (in-person only); Adult (in-person/virtual)
This 3 week series of 5 sessions will include: Reframing experiences of things like rage, sadness, & panic from mental health to evidence of the things we aren’t GETTING. Unburdening of shame and grief in motherhood. Rethinking balance and how this can be a helpful shift. Recognizing that those moments where we feel like we’re being “bad” moms, really is YOU trying to protect YOU. We will find the space between stimulus & reaction so you feel like you’re able to pause, approach with curiosity & more knowledge about your choice in a way that feels safe for you.
This 3 week series of 5 sessions will include: Reframing experiences of things like rage, sadness, & panic from mental health to evidence of the things we aren’t GETTING. Unburdening of shame and grief in motherhood. Rethinking balance and how this can be a helpful shift. Recognizing that those moments where we feel like we’re being “bad” moms, really is YOU trying to protect YOU. We will find the space between stimulus & reaction so you feel like you’re able to pause, approach with curiosity & more knowledge about your choice in a way that feels safe for you.
These support groups vary in length. They target first time, expectant and dads of preschool aged children. It is most helpful for dads that would like to meet and connect with other dads, want a space to talk to other dads about parenting methods. The next 10 session New Dads group and FREE Expectant dads can be found at www.dadswithwisdom.com
Hosted by Adam Angel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Group meets in Silver Spring, MD 20902
These support groups vary in length. They target first time, expectant and dads of preschool aged children. It is most helpful for dads that would like to meet and connect with other dads, want a space to talk to other dads about parenting methods. The next 10 session New Dads group and FREE Expectant dads can be found at www.dadswithwisdom.com
Has your child come out as trans? Nonbinary? Genderqueer? Learning that your child is trans or gender diverse can be a surprise and comes with a variety of emotions and questions. Many parents of trans and gender diverse kids feel isolated and struggle to understand what their child is going through. TransForming Parenthood is a group where parents and caregivers can explore their hopes and fears for their trans or gender diverse child, learn about resources, connect with other parents and gain more access to feelings of curiosity, compassion and confidence.
Hosted by Jen Braveman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Group meets in Silver Spring, MD 20901
Has your child come out as trans? Nonbinary? Genderqueer? Learning that your child is trans or gender diverse can be a surprise and comes with a variety of emotions and questions. Many parents of trans and gender diverse kids feel isolated and struggle to understand what their child is going through. TransForming Parenthood is a group where parents and caregivers can explore their hopes and fears for their trans or gender diverse child, learn about resources, connect with other parents and gain more access to feelings of curiosity, compassion and confidence.
4 session workshops geared towards empowering parent to create a working parenting system for their home. This workshop is designed to help focus parents on proactive parenting.Free babysitting may be provided
4 session workshops geared towards empowering parent to create a working parenting system for their home. This workshop is designed to help focus parents on proactive parenting.Free babysitting may be provided
Are you a woman who could benefit from the support of other sisters as you navigate the adjustment to motherhood as a new mom or your expanding family? Register for the 8-week virtual support group facilitated by Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Tanya Nichols. This group addresses the unique joys and challenges of motherhood by providing a nurturing and empowering space to obtain emotional support and practical advice from other moms. The new group special offer is $60 per session for a limited time.
I work with professionals who may be struggling with anxiety and depression related to work, family, relationships, parenting, faith/spirituality, divorce, or life transitions.
Are you a woman who could benefit from the support of other sisters as you navigate the adjustment to motherhood as a new mom or your expanding family? Register for the 8-week virtual support group facilitated by Licensed Psychologist, Dr. Tanya Nichols. This group addresses the unique joys and challenges of motherhood by providing a nurturing and empowering space to obtain emotional support and practical advice from other moms. The new group special offer is $60 per session for a limited time.
This Black Women's Therapy Group is an 8-week group provides a supportive and safe space where Black women can process their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This telehealth group addresses the unique mental health needs of Black women, fostering a confidential space of community, empowerment, and healing. The sessions encourage process feelings about topics such as political stress, systemic racism/sexism, ethnic/racial identity, motherhood, self-care, and personal growth. Participants will benefit from mutual support, understanding, and strategies to enhance their well-being and resilience. Days/times will be based on clients' availability.
I work with professionals who may be struggling with anxiety and depression related to work, family, relationships, parenting, faith/spirituality, divorce, or life transitions.
This Black Women's Therapy Group is an 8-week group provides a supportive and safe space where Black women can process their experiences, challenges, and triumphs. This telehealth group addresses the unique mental health needs of Black women, fostering a confidential space of community, empowerment, and healing. The sessions encourage process feelings about topics such as political stress, systemic racism/sexism, ethnic/racial identity, motherhood, self-care, and personal growth. Participants will benefit from mutual support, understanding, and strategies to enhance their well-being and resilience. Days/times will be based on clients' availability.
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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.