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.
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.
The Unbreak My Soul Safe Space Workplace Trauma Group is a 6-week virtual gathering for BIPOC women healing from workplace trauma. It’s not therapy, it’s a healing circle. A space to be seen, held, and honored. A space where you don’t have to code-switch, over-explain, or defend your pain. Just come as you are. We’ll meet you there. You Receive: 6 weekly online group sessions (90 mins), A client workbook, Breath work & calming rituals, Structured sharing using the Unbreak My Soul Safe Space Method Deep, affirming connection with women who get it.
The Unbreak My Soul Safe Space Workplace Trauma Group is a 6-week virtual gathering for BIPOC women healing from workplace trauma. It’s not therapy, it’s a healing circle. A space to be seen, held, and honored. A space where you don’t have to code-switch, over-explain, or defend your pain. Just come as you are. We’ll meet you there. You Receive: 6 weekly online group sessions (90 mins), A client workbook, Breath work & calming rituals, Structured sharing using the Unbreak My Soul Safe Space Method Deep, affirming connection with women who get it.
Rediscovering You: A Virtual Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
Rediscovering You: A Virtual Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
Introducing Wine, Snacks, and Facts: Real Conversations with Anitra! This is a virtual meeting led on Zoom by Anitra, a psychotherapist and relationship expert. The topic of discussion focuses on the many challenges of life! Anitra wanted to create a space where women can come together and discuss “all the things of life”. As women, we are all struggling with something. This virtual space is where you can show up, take the mask off, and be your authentic self, unapologetically! The primary goal is to build a strong source of support for women who are in need of sisterhood!
Hosted by Trinity Wellness Group LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, LCSW
Group meets in Bowie, MD 20721
Introducing Wine, Snacks, and Facts: Real Conversations with Anitra! This is a virtual meeting led on Zoom by Anitra, a psychotherapist and relationship expert. The topic of discussion focuses on the many challenges of life! Anitra wanted to create a space where women can come together and discuss “all the things of life”. As women, we are all struggling with something. This virtual space is where you can show up, take the mask off, and be your authentic self, unapologetically! The primary goal is to build a strong source of support for women who are in need of sisterhood!
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Introspection Counseling Center is offering a 12-week virtual Trauma Recovery and Empowerment Model (TREM) group for women seeking healing in a supportive, trauma-informed environment. TREM is an evidence-based group that helps participants understand the impact of trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, build healthy boundaries, and reconnect with their sense of empowerment. The group is skills-focused and does not require detailed trauma sharing. Sessions meet virtually on Tuesdays from 7:15–8:15 PM beginning February 3, 2026. Open to women ages 18+ in DE, MD, NJ, NC, and PA. Insurance accepted; private pay options available.
Hosted by Tanisha - Introspection Counseling Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Silver Spring, MD 20901
Introspection Counseling Center is offering a 12-week virtual Trauma Recovery and Empowerment Model (TREM) group for women seeking healing in a supportive, trauma-informed environment. TREM is an evidence-based group that helps participants understand the impact of trauma, strengthen emotional regulation, build healthy boundaries, and reconnect with their sense of empowerment. The group is skills-focused and does not require detailed trauma sharing. Sessions meet virtually on Tuesdays from 7:15–8:15 PM beginning February 3, 2026. Open to women ages 18+ in DE, MD, NJ, NC, and PA. Insurance accepted; private pay options available.
A new virtual therapy group for postpartum moms that centers on the often-overlooked mental load of early motherhood. The group is designed for new moms in the first year postpartum who are feeling overwhelmed by the constant juggling—whether it’s remembering everything for the baby, keeping up with household needs, managing emotional labor in their relationships, or just the nonstop mental tabs open in their heads. This group offers a supportive space to connect with others, explore the weight of invisible labor, and develop tools to reduce burnout and reclaim emotional bandwidth. Begins 10/2
Hosted by Emily Kernan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Chevy Chase, MD 20815
A new virtual therapy group for postpartum moms that centers on the often-overlooked mental load of early motherhood. The group is designed for new moms in the first year postpartum who are feeling overwhelmed by the constant juggling—whether it’s remembering everything for the baby, keeping up with household needs, managing emotional labor in their relationships, or just the nonstop mental tabs open in their heads. This group offers a supportive space to connect with others, explore the weight of invisible labor, and develop tools to reduce burnout and reclaim emotional bandwidth. Begins 10/2
Tender Seasons is a virtual therapy group for women navigating infertility, fertility challenges, or prolonged seasons of waiting for motherhood. Infertility can bring deep grief, isolation, and emotional exhaustion that is often difficult to share with others who have not experienced it. This group offers a supportive space where women can process these emotions with others who understand. Participants will explore the emotional impact of infertility, learn coping tools for managing anxiety and grief, and find connection with women facing similar challenges. The group focuses on reducing isolation, strengthening resilience, and supporting emotional well-being throughout the fertility journey.
Tender Seasons is a virtual therapy group for women navigating infertility, fertility challenges, or prolonged seasons of waiting for motherhood. Infertility can bring deep grief, isolation, and emotional exhaustion that is often difficult to share with others who have not experienced it. This group offers a supportive space where women can process these emotions with others who understand. Participants will explore the emotional impact of infertility, learn coping tools for managing anxiety and grief, and find connection with women facing similar challenges. The group focuses on reducing isolation, strengthening resilience, and supporting emotional well-being throughout the fertility journey.
I love running small online support groups and I've decided to start an interest list for a new group centered on the struggles of Job Seekers in the current economy. I have background as a career specialist at an unemployment center, and due in part to my specialty in ADHD I have worked extensively on the challenges of job search with my clients as a therapist. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a new job but especially the unemployed and underemployed. Message me if you'd like to be added to the interest list.
Hosted by Sam Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Group meets in Kensington, MD 20895
I love running small online support groups and I've decided to start an interest list for a new group centered on the struggles of Job Seekers in the current economy. I have background as a career specialist at an unemployment center, and due in part to my specialty in ADHD I have worked extensively on the challenges of job search with my clients as a therapist. The group is open to anyone who is looking for a new job but especially the unemployed and underemployed. Message me if you'd like to be added to the interest list.
The reality is... the pandemic did a number on life as you knew it: work, school and even relationships. Many couples recognized their best option was not being together, you included. Now, with "After Forever" you work to move through all the emotions that come with this life experience. It’s filled with both the grief of the ending and gratitude for what can lie ahead. We get it and there’s space for you here. This group will support women of color with powerful coping strategies in navigating this life transition.
The reality is... the pandemic did a number on life as you knew it: work, school and even relationships. Many couples recognized their best option was not being together, you included. Now, with "After Forever" you work to move through all the emotions that come with this life experience. It’s filled with both the grief of the ending and gratitude for what can lie ahead. We get it and there’s space for you here. This group will support women of color with powerful coping strategies in navigating this life transition.
The group tackles what is shame and how to overcome shame with Biblical principles. Women learn skills to understand yourself and improve self-esteem, which is essential for life satisfaction and maintaining healthy relationships.
Hosted by Ebony Griffin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
The group tackles what is shame and how to overcome shame with Biblical principles. Women learn skills to understand yourself and improve self-esteem, which is essential for life satisfaction and maintaining healthy relationships.
This open/ongoing process group for women in their 20s and 30s looking to deepen their recovery from their eating disorder and trauma. Participants grow with and from each other as they enhance and deepen personal connection with themselves, their body and relationships with group members. At times, depending upon group members' needs certain recovery skills may be discussed. Please be advised that the group will be run from a HAES and anti-diet approach. The group will take place via telehealth. The Group is Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and cost $75 per session.
Hosted by Carissa L Strohecker Hannum
Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, CCTP
Group meets in Chevy Chase, MD 20815
This open/ongoing process group for women in their 20s and 30s looking to deepen their recovery from their eating disorder and trauma. Participants grow with and from each other as they enhance and deepen personal connection with themselves, their body and relationships with group members. At times, depending upon group members' needs certain recovery skills may be discussed. Please be advised that the group will be run from a HAES and anti-diet approach. The group will take place via telehealth. The Group is Tuesdays from 7 to 8 p.m. and cost $75 per session.
Infertility is a life crisis with compounded complex grief and no known end in sight. There is no one right way to tackle the holiday season, just as there is no one right way to grieve. The goal of this group is to be surrounded by those who “get it”, assess personal self care efforts, and to help ease some of the additional stressors that come with the holiday season. This group is appropriate for those experiencing primary infertility challenges. Virtual Support Group.
Hosted by Jennifer Valenta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, PMH-C, CSTIP
Group meets in Columbia, MD 21046
Infertility is a life crisis with compounded complex grief and no known end in sight. There is no one right way to tackle the holiday season, just as there is no one right way to grieve. The goal of this group is to be surrounded by those who “get it”, assess personal self care efforts, and to help ease some of the additional stressors that come with the holiday season. This group is appropriate for those experiencing primary infertility challenges. Virtual Support Group.
The Academy for Evolving Relationships is a 20 week virtual, interactive, and transformational experience for people who want to improve their relationships. The Enneagram is a foundational part of this course. We must first know ourselves before we can compassionately embrace others. The course is for men and women who are either single or in a relationship. The program runs for 20 Weeks because change takes place over time. Our lively group discussions, coaching and accountability has been shown to enhance both single and coupled individuals. For more information: www.evolvingrelationships.net
The Academy for Evolving Relationships is a 20 week virtual, interactive, and transformational experience for people who want to improve their relationships. The Enneagram is a foundational part of this course. We must first know ourselves before we can compassionately embrace others. The course is for men and women who are either single or in a relationship. The program runs for 20 Weeks because change takes place over time. Our lively group discussions, coaching and accountability has been shown to enhance both single and coupled individuals. For more information: www.evolvingrelationships.net
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
These ongoing groups use creative techniques to help men and explore, manage, and transform anger. We utilize numerous modalities to help engage group members in the process of change. We accept most insurances. Women's Group held on Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:30
These ongoing groups use creative techniques to help men and explore, manage, and transform anger. We utilize numerous modalities to help engage group members in the process of change. We accept most insurances. Women's Group held on Tuesdays 5:00 - 6:30
This is a short-term group for women who would like to examine the role that alcohol plays in their lives and in their relationships. This is not an abstinence group but rather a group where members can be “sober curious” and find support from others who are also wondering if alcohol no longer serves them. As part of the group, we will read Annie Grace’s “This Naked Mind.” There will be some book discussion and some time for sharing in each session. An initial interview is required to join. Contact me for information about group fees.
This is a short-term group for women who would like to examine the role that alcohol plays in their lives and in their relationships. This is not an abstinence group but rather a group where members can be “sober curious” and find support from others who are also wondering if alcohol no longer serves them. As part of the group, we will read Annie Grace’s “This Naked Mind.” There will be some book discussion and some time for sharing in each session. An initial interview is required to join. Contact me for information about group fees.
This is an open group for couples to strengthen their communication skills, enhance marital satisfaction, and confirm relationship values. This group meets once a month virtually. All types of loving relationships are invited to join. This group is faciliated by Dr. Lancaster. Insurance is accepted and we offer sliding scale rates. Call or email us to join the group.
This is an open group for couples to strengthen their communication skills, enhance marital satisfaction, and confirm relationship values. This group meets once a month virtually. All types of loving relationships are invited to join. This group is faciliated by Dr. Lancaster. Insurance is accepted and we offer sliding scale rates. Call or email us to join the group.
Welcome to Savwell! Whether it's individual or in a group, telehealth or in-person, your first time in therapy or returning to the process, we are here to support women and teens in all stages of their journey.
Welcome to Savwell! Whether it's individual or in a group, telehealth or in-person, your first time in therapy or returning to the process, we are here to support women and teens in all stages of their journey.
The focus of this group is to reflect on clinical work. receive support to foster learning, navigate ethical issues, identify strengths, do you develop knowledge in working in private practice settings, learn, proper clinical documentation, increase ability to address issues in the workplace, including salary, negotiation, create a plan to address challenges, work towards clinical licensure and facilitate professional development. This weekly group is $100. Group takes place during the day and evenings. Barbara Adika is a Maryland board approved supervisor.
Hosted by Clinical Supervision and Private Practice Startup
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Group meets in Gaithersburg, MD 20878
The focus of this group is to reflect on clinical work. receive support to foster learning, navigate ethical issues, identify strengths, do you develop knowledge in working in private practice settings, learn, proper clinical documentation, increase ability to address issues in the workplace, including salary, negotiation, create a plan to address challenges, work towards clinical licensure and facilitate professional development. This weekly group is $100. Group takes place during the day and evenings. Barbara Adika is a Maryland board approved supervisor.
We have 17 new groups starting the week of July 11th. Our flyers and signups will be ready May 9th. Most groups will be virtual with two on Saturday being in person. Insurance will be used to cover the sessions but individual pay is also an option ($60 per session). Please contact our office for more information.
Hosted by Relational Excellence, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Glen Burnie, MD 21061
We have 17 new groups starting the week of July 11th. Our flyers and signups will be ready May 9th. Most groups will be virtual with two on Saturday being in person. Insurance will be used to cover the sessions but individual pay is also an option ($60 per session). Please contact our office for more information.
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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.