The Superwoman Group is a transformative space where Black women to heal, grow, and thrive. Blending therapeutic insight with coaching strategies, we explore emotions, identify limiting beliefs, and develop practical tools for stress management, boundary setting, and self-care. Through guided reflection, skill-building, and supportive dialogue, you'll gain clarity, confidence, and actionable steps to align your life with your values. This group honors vulnerability, strengthens resilience, and reclaims joy-helping you release what no longer serves you, embrace authenticity, and create a life of balance, purpose, and empowerment.
Hosted by Dr. Angela L Russell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, DHA, MA, NBCC, BC-TMH, LCPC
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
The Superwoman Group is a transformative space where Black women to heal, grow, and thrive. Blending therapeutic insight with coaching strategies, we explore emotions, identify limiting beliefs, and develop practical tools for stress management, boundary setting, and self-care. Through guided reflection, skill-building, and supportive dialogue, you'll gain clarity, confidence, and actionable steps to align your life with your values. This group honors vulnerability, strengthens resilience, and reclaims joy-helping you release what no longer serves you, embrace authenticity, and create a life of balance, purpose, and empowerment.
Soft Place to Land is a supportive therapy group for women who feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and stretched too thin by the demands of everyday life. It is designed for women who are used to holding everything together for everyone else. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship stress, family pressures, caregiver fatigue, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself, we offer a space to slow down and be supported.
Hosted by Christen Conway
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Upper Marlboro, MD 20772
Soft Place to Land is a supportive therapy group for women who feel overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, and stretched too thin by the demands of everyday life. It is designed for women who are used to holding everything together for everyone else. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship stress, family pressures, caregiver fatigue, or feeling like you’ve lost yourself, we offer a space to slow down and be supported.
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.
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
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.
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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 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.
This group provides a safe and supportive space for women seeking healing, growth, and empowerment. Participants will explore topics such as self-worth, emotional healing, boundary setting, stress management, and building confidence. Through guided discussions and practical tools, women will gain insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and strengthen resilience while connecting with others on similar journeys. This group is ideal for women navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal growth. Facilitated by Boladale Adegoroye, LCPC, the group integrates evidence-based approaches in a compassionate and confidential environment focused on healing, connection, and empowerment.
Hosted by Divine Touch Therapeutic Counseling and Mentoring
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Group meets in Glen Burnie, MD 21061
This group provides a safe and supportive space for women seeking healing, growth, and empowerment. Participants will explore topics such as self-worth, emotional healing, boundary setting, stress management, and building confidence. Through guided discussions and practical tools, women will gain insight, develop healthier coping strategies, and strengthen resilience while connecting with others on similar journeys. This group is ideal for women navigating life transitions, relationship challenges, or personal growth. Facilitated by Boladale Adegoroye, LCPC, the group integrates evidence-based approaches in a compassionate and confidential environment focused on healing, connection, and empowerment.
This virtual therapy group is a supportive space for women undergoing cancer treatment to process emotions, share experiences, and build resilience from the comfort of their own homes. Together, we will explore practical coping strategies, address the emotional and physical challenges of treatment, and rediscover a sense of hope and empowerment. Through guided discussions, mindfulness exercises, and peer connection, this group provides a safe, compassionate environment for healing and mutual support.
Group Size: 8-10 participants
Focus
Hosted by Kimberly VanPutten-Gardner
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Group meets in Columbia, MD 21044
This virtual therapy group is a supportive space for women undergoing cancer treatment to process emotions, share experiences, and build resilience from the comfort of their own homes. Together, we will explore practical coping strategies, address the emotional and physical challenges of treatment, and rediscover a sense of hope and empowerment. Through guided discussions, mindfulness exercises, and peer connection, this group provides a safe, compassionate environment for healing and mutual support.
Group Size: 8-10 participants
Focus
Do you dread “that time of the month?” Do you experience stress, fatigue, and mood changes? Do you feel at odd with yourself when trying to accomplish tasks? Did you know this could be your cycle? Often we are pressured to conform to a 24/7 culture when we are in fact cyclical beings...Learn Menstrual Cycle Awareness to become in sync with yourself and harness the natural powers of your monthly rhythm. Each session will include didactic learning, group sharing, attunement to body and concrete practices to try. (Wellness group, not therapy--open to any who can join virtually)
Hosted by Kristine Purcell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, BC-DMT, LCPC, PMH-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21409
Do you dread “that time of the month?” Do you experience stress, fatigue, and mood changes? Do you feel at odd with yourself when trying to accomplish tasks? Did you know this could be your cycle? Often we are pressured to conform to a 24/7 culture when we are in fact cyclical beings...Learn Menstrual Cycle Awareness to become in sync with yourself and harness the natural powers of your monthly rhythm. Each session will include didactic learning, group sharing, attunement to body and concrete practices to try. (Wellness group, not therapy--open to any who can join virtually)
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
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.
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.
These limited-enrollment virtual therapy groups are open to new mothers who plan to return to their careers after leave. With the guidance of Dr. Ock, members will CONNECT with fellow new moms, SUPPORT their postpartum mental health, ADAPT to challenges, PREPARE to return to work, and THRIVE in the fullness of motherhood. Each small group runs for 10 weeks, and meets weekly for 90 minutes.
Hosted by Shin Ock, PhD | Physician Mental Health
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Kensington, MD 20895
These limited-enrollment virtual therapy groups are open to new mothers who plan to return to their careers after leave. With the guidance of Dr. Ock, members will CONNECT with fellow new moms, SUPPORT their postpartum mental health, ADAPT to challenges, PREPARE to return to work, and THRIVE in the fullness of motherhood. Each small group runs for 10 weeks, and meets weekly for 90 minutes.
A safe, confidential, space designed for women of color to engage in supportive guided discussions & learn from the collective wisdom of others. Tools will be shared to navigate life's challenges, including family, work, and relationships. This is a hybrid group. Three session will be virtual and three sessions will be in person.
Hosted by Leslie Holley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Silver Spring, MD 20910
A safe, confidential, space designed for women of color to engage in supportive guided discussions & learn from the collective wisdom of others. Tools will be shared to navigate life's challenges, including family, work, and relationships. This is a hybrid group. Three session will be virtual and three sessions will be in person.
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.
Girls ages 10-14 years old. 6 weeks; Virtual. Skill Building, Communication, Regulating Emotions. Develop tools for healthy relationships. Contact to Register.
Hosted by Eleni Alexiou
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Girls ages 10-14 years old. 6 weeks; Virtual. Skill Building, Communication, Regulating Emotions. Develop tools for healthy relationships. Contact to Register.
Struggling with conflict after separation or divorce? This supportive group, led by a court-appointed Mediator and Parent Coordinator, offers clear guidance on legal and emotional steps, proven co-parenting strategies, and a safe space to reduce fear, guilt, and shame. Designed for separated or divorced parents, the group helps you communicate better, lower conflict, and create a child-focused plan—without the high cost of legal battles. Join others who understand what you’re going through and gain tools to move forward with confidence and clarity.—This group makes it accessible, affordable, and empowering. Sign up for intake https://bit.ly/3W2Hr0z
Struggling with conflict after separation or divorce? This supportive group, led by a court-appointed Mediator and Parent Coordinator, offers clear guidance on legal and emotional steps, proven co-parenting strategies, and a safe space to reduce fear, guilt, and shame. Designed for separated or divorced parents, the group helps you communicate better, lower conflict, and create a child-focused plan—without the high cost of legal battles. Join others who understand what you’re going through and gain tools to move forward with confidence and clarity.—This group makes it accessible, affordable, and empowering. Sign up for intake https://bit.ly/3W2Hr0z
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.
Elephant Embrace™ Intensive: Group Session A 3-Hour Guided Gathering for Postpartum Connection & Renewal. Welcome to the Herd! You are entering a sacred space of rest, reflection, and reconnection. The Elephant Embrace™ Intensive is a gentle yet powerful group experience designed for mothers in the postpartum period seeking grounding, clarity, and community. This session invites you to be held by a supportive “herd” of women who understand. ? What to Expect ? Duration: 3 hours ? Format: Small-group, Elephant Memory Journal; live in Bethesda, MD 20814 ?: Education • Reflection • Connection $175 per person. The precise address will be shared after registration and payment.
Hosted by Allison J Zweig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PMH-C, LCSW-C
Group meets in Bethesda, MD 20814
Elephant Embrace™ Intensive: Group Session A 3-Hour Guided Gathering for Postpartum Connection & Renewal. Welcome to the Herd! You are entering a sacred space of rest, reflection, and reconnection. The Elephant Embrace™ Intensive is a gentle yet powerful group experience designed for mothers in the postpartum period seeking grounding, clarity, and community. This session invites you to be held by a supportive “herd” of women who understand. ? What to Expect ? Duration: 3 hours ? Format: Small-group, Elephant Memory Journal; live in Bethesda, MD 20814 ?: Education • Reflection • Connection $175 per person. The precise address will be shared after registration and payment.
An 8-week group for peri- and post-menopausal women. The mission is to help women thrive by transforming views of menopause as the dreaded “change” to a stage of creativity, wisdom, and connection. Each session, a wonderful local expert in a related field (gynecology, psychiatry, nutrition, sex therapy, etc) will speak on relevant topics and answer questions for, then I will facilitate a discussion group for the second half of each meeting.
An 8-week group for peri- and post-menopausal women. The mission is to help women thrive by transforming views of menopause as the dreaded “change” to a stage of creativity, wisdom, and connection. Each session, a wonderful local expert in a related field (gynecology, psychiatry, nutrition, sex therapy, etc) will speak on relevant topics and answer questions for, then I will facilitate a discussion group for the second half of each meeting.
If you'd like to hear more about this workshop series being developed please contact us.
Hosted by Jasmine B
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Group meets in Silver Spring, MD 20910
If you'd like to hear more about this workshop series being developed please contact us.
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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.