A warm, supportive space for moms to connect, share, and feel less alone. This group offers a judgment-free environment where you can talk openly (or just listen), gain support, and explore simple tools to manage stress and overwhelm. Together, we focus on real-life challenges, meaningful connection, and reminding each other that perfection isn’t the goal—you’re already doing enough.
Hosted by Jessie Szmanda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Group meets in Ham Lake, MN 55304
A warm, supportive space for moms to connect, share, and feel less alone. This group offers a judgment-free environment where you can talk openly (or just listen), gain support, and explore simple tools to manage stress and overwhelm. Together, we focus on real-life challenges, meaningful connection, and reminding each other that perfection isn’t the goal—you’re already doing enough.
A space for mama's to process challenges and stressors related to the postpartum period, attachment and bonding, parenting, and balancing the load of motherhood. Get support for the 4th trimester and beyond. Receive services to address perinatal mood, anxiety or other disorder(s). Babies and young children welcome. VIRTUAL GROUP: Every-other Tuesday at 12pm.
A space for mama's to process challenges and stressors related to the postpartum period, attachment and bonding, parenting, and balancing the load of motherhood. Get support for the 4th trimester and beyond. Receive services to address perinatal mood, anxiety or other disorder(s). Babies and young children welcome. VIRTUAL GROUP: Every-other Tuesday at 12pm.
Online Groups
This compassion-focused therapy group is for women in their first year postpartum. This group is designed to offer connection, support, and grounding during the transition into motherhood. New mothers are invited to explore self-compassion, relationships, identity shifts, and the emotional realities of early motherhood in a supportive, nonjudgmental space. You do not have to walk this journey alone, healing and growth can happen in community.
This compassion-focused therapy group is for women in their first year postpartum. This group is designed to offer connection, support, and grounding during the transition into motherhood. New mothers are invited to explore self-compassion, relationships, identity shifts, and the emotional realities of early motherhood in a supportive, nonjudgmental space. You do not have to walk this journey alone, healing and growth can happen in community.
Many women expect life to return to normal once breast cancer treatment ends. Instead, they often find themselves in an in-between space - struggling with anxiety, fear of recurrence, body changes, loss of confidence, and a sense of not quite feeling like themselves. This support group is for women navigating the emotional, psychological, and identity transitions of survivorship. Together, we'll explore ways to reconnect with your body, manage anxiety, rebuild trust in yourself, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity. Join a supportive community of women who understand the challenges of creating a meaningful life after breast cancer.
Hosted by Heal Your Body - Mind - Corinne Nechalova
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Group meets in Saint Paul, MN 55114
Many women expect life to return to normal once breast cancer treatment ends. Instead, they often find themselves in an in-between space - struggling with anxiety, fear of recurrence, body changes, loss of confidence, and a sense of not quite feeling like themselves. This support group is for women navigating the emotional, psychological, and identity transitions of survivorship. Together, we'll explore ways to reconnect with your body, manage anxiety, rebuild trust in yourself, and move forward with greater confidence and clarity. Join a supportive community of women who understand the challenges of creating a meaningful life after breast cancer.
Now enrolling for our next small, 10-woman virtual Perimenopause Education & Support Group. We’re currently gathering names for our upcoming cohort of Second Season Sessions. Reach out to learn how this 8-week group supports sleep, mood, focus, relationships, and the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause. Connect with other women in the same season of life in a warm, science-informed, and compassionate space. Resources, Tools, Strategies galore. https://upcomingjtcsss.carrd.co/
Hosted by Jackson Therapy Collective - Accepting Clients
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55405
Now enrolling for our next small, 10-woman virtual Perimenopause Education & Support Group. We’re currently gathering names for our upcoming cohort of Second Season Sessions. Reach out to learn how this 8-week group supports sleep, mood, focus, relationships, and the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause. Connect with other women in the same season of life in a warm, science-informed, and compassionate space. Resources, Tools, Strategies galore. https://upcomingjtcsss.carrd.co/
What does it mean to be a woman today and how has that changed in the last 10 years? This group explores the roles, expectations and identities that are demanded from us as a female in society. We explore what it means to really have validation and self-love to promote our self worth.
Hosted by Sheila Lee Salo-Seifert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LAMFT, MA
Group meets in Eagan, MN 55121
What does it mean to be a woman today and how has that changed in the last 10 years? This group explores the roles, expectations and identities that are demanded from us as a female in society. We explore what it means to really have validation and self-love to promote our self worth.
When motherhood is not what you expected. Struggling with pressures to be the "perfect" mom. Experiencing feelings of guilt, shame or loneliness. Just not feeling like yourself. Connect with other moms to build community. Discuss the highs and lows of motherhood. Practice and learn self-care and relaxation. Gain coping skills for emotional changes. Ask questions and gain support in a safe space. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. YOU ARE STRONG. YOU ARE BRAVE. YOU ARE CAPABLE. YOU ARE A WARRIOR. $150 for 6 weeks. *Must register. https://www.lotuscounselinginc.com/
Hosted by Katie Gandolph
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55403
When motherhood is not what you expected. Struggling with pressures to be the "perfect" mom. Experiencing feelings of guilt, shame or loneliness. Just not feeling like yourself. Connect with other moms to build community. Discuss the highs and lows of motherhood. Practice and learn self-care and relaxation. Gain coping skills for emotional changes. Ask questions and gain support in a safe space. YOU ARE NOT ALONE. YOU ARE STRONG. YOU ARE BRAVE. YOU ARE CAPABLE. YOU ARE A WARRIOR. $150 for 6 weeks. *Must register. https://www.lotuscounselinginc.com/
Engaging, topic focused class for parents, led by a parent educator and licensed psychologist, offering practical tools and insights to support confident, connected parenting. This group is for parents who may be feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting. Childcare is available for children birth through 5 years old!
Engaging, topic focused class for parents, led by a parent educator and licensed psychologist, offering practical tools and insights to support confident, connected parenting. This group is for parents who may be feeling overwhelmed by the demands of parenting. Childcare is available for children birth through 5 years old!
2 NEW slots have currently opened up! Join other lovely ladies in our coaching group! An ongoing women's group for adult women to explore women's issues and concerns. Each month we have a different topic that is the month focus. Past month themes have included relationships, communication, dating, sexuality, role of patriarchy, boundaries, trust and navigating life as a woman. Currently one reduced fee slot is STILL available based on economic need (put in inquiry that you are requesting a reduced slot)!
Hosted by Lyndsey Fraser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55407
2 NEW slots have currently opened up! Join other lovely ladies in our coaching group! An ongoing women's group for adult women to explore women's issues and concerns. Each month we have a different topic that is the month focus. Past month themes have included relationships, communication, dating, sexuality, role of patriarchy, boundaries, trust and navigating life as a woman. Currently one reduced fee slot is STILL available based on economic need (put in inquiry that you are requesting a reduced slot)!
Please visit MNmentalhealthgroups.com for our therapist-run online support group directory. There are a variety of groups and topics, online and in-person opportunities. Some groups accept insurance and some are self-pay.
Hosted by Kelly J. Miklas - KJ Psychotherapy & Intensives.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55404
Please visit MNmentalhealthgroups.com for our therapist-run online support group directory. There are a variety of groups and topics, online and in-person opportunities. Some groups accept insurance and some are self-pay.
This is a hybrid group rooted in trauma-informed DBT skills. As an open, modular group, each session stands on its own allowing you to join at any point while still gaining meaningful tools and support. This group is designed to support women in healing from trauma while building practical skills for: - Emotion regulation - Distress tolerance - Boundaries & relationships - Nervous system regulation - Self-trust and empowerment Wednesdays | 6:00–7:00 PM Starting June 3, 2026
This is a hybrid group rooted in trauma-informed DBT skills. As an open, modular group, each session stands on its own allowing you to join at any point while still gaining meaningful tools and support. This group is designed to support women in healing from trauma while building practical skills for: - Emotion regulation - Distress tolerance - Boundaries & relationships - Nervous system regulation - Self-trust and empowerment Wednesdays | 6:00–7:00 PM Starting June 3, 2026
For women who are wanting to add a spiritual or transformational perspective to their life and relationship issues.
For women who are wanting to add a spiritual or transformational perspective to their life and relationship issues.
Online, 12-week group from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Thursdays. Maximum 15 participants. Feel free to email me for more information.
Online, 12-week group from 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm on Thursdays. Maximum 15 participants. Feel free to email me for more information.
This virtual group offers a safe space for women to express personal concerns and receive support from others facing similar challenges. Areas open to discussion include societal and gender concerns, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality, career goals, and parenting. The focus is on creating a supportive environment where participants can share experiences, gain insight, and build connections with others who understand similar struggles.
Hosted by September Prushek
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Group meets in Brainerd, MN 56401
Services provided include online individual and couples therapy sessions specializing in women's issues, trauma, relationship concerns, self-esteem, codependency, and narcissistic abuse.
This virtual group offers a safe space for women to express personal concerns and receive support from others facing similar challenges. Areas open to discussion include societal and gender concerns, self-esteem, relationships, sexuality, career goals, and parenting. The focus is on creating a supportive environment where participants can share experiences, gain insight, and build connections with others who understand similar struggles.
This in-person process group is for female/femme identified folks who want to explore ways to be a healthier version of themselves by having accountability and support with other humans doing the work. Our core tenets are practicing vulnerability and authenticity. We will label, process and embody emotions. We will support trauma, shame and loss Together. We will explore barriers to connection or other challenges in relationships. We will acknowledge strengths and areas of growth for each member. We will provide heart led feedback which may be difficult, but necessary for growth.
Hosted by Laura S Randall
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAMFT, BCTMB
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55419
This in-person process group is for female/femme identified folks who want to explore ways to be a healthier version of themselves by having accountability and support with other humans doing the work. Our core tenets are practicing vulnerability and authenticity. We will label, process and embody emotions. We will support trauma, shame and loss Together. We will explore barriers to connection or other challenges in relationships. We will acknowledge strengths and areas of growth for each member. We will provide heart led feedback which may be difficult, but necessary for growth.
You are invited into a seasonal gathering for women and non-binary people who are comfortable in women-focused spaces, to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with the quiet wisdom of horses. This is a monthly, in-person circle, offering a grounded and nurturing space to step out of urgency and into embodied presence. Each gathering is guided by the rhythms of the season and the steady, regulating presence of the horses. This circle is not about fixing or striving. It is about remembering what the body has always known & returning to ways of being that are older than words.
You are invited into a seasonal gathering for women and non-binary people who are comfortable in women-focused spaces, to slow down, breathe, and reconnect—with the quiet wisdom of horses. This is a monthly, in-person circle, offering a grounded and nurturing space to step out of urgency and into embodied presence. Each gathering is guided by the rhythms of the season and the steady, regulating presence of the horses. This circle is not about fixing or striving. It is about remembering what the body has always known & returning to ways of being that are older than words.
Join a weekly gathering of women who GET IT. We meet in-person Mondays in S.Mpls, Thursdays in Roseville, with gentle accountability check-ins between sessions. Diagnosis or not, this group is for women who’ve always felt “a little different,” deep feelers, fast thinkers, often overwhelmed by the everyday. A place to slow down, understand your patterns, and learn skills that support how your brain works. We’ll build connection and community, support self-understanding, work on executive functioning and emotional regulation, and set goals with compassionate accountability. Therapist-led. https://bit.ly/WomensADHDGroup
Hosted by Marina Luger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55419
Join a weekly gathering of women who GET IT. We meet in-person Mondays in S.Mpls, Thursdays in Roseville, with gentle accountability check-ins between sessions. Diagnosis or not, this group is for women who’ve always felt “a little different,” deep feelers, fast thinkers, often overwhelmed by the everyday. A place to slow down, understand your patterns, and learn skills that support how your brain works. We’ll build connection and community, support self-understanding, work on executive functioning and emotional regulation, and set goals with compassionate accountability. Therapist-led. https://bit.ly/WomensADHDGroup
Motherhood is a big transition. Mindfulness can help. Whether you’re a brand new mom or you’ve been at this a while, you know how it feels to juggle weighty emotions and responsibilities at this time of life. Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally focusing on the present moment, paying attention to thoughts and feelings without judging them. Join us every other Monday for an evening of developing and practicing Mindfulness. The hour will begin and end with breathwork, intentional relaxation, and Mindfulness skill building. Appropriate for any mother at any point from pregnancy and beyond.
Motherhood is a big transition. Mindfulness can help. Whether you’re a brand new mom or you’ve been at this a while, you know how it feels to juggle weighty emotions and responsibilities at this time of life. Mindfulness is the practice of intentionally focusing on the present moment, paying attention to thoughts and feelings without judging them. Join us every other Monday for an evening of developing and practicing Mindfulness. The hour will begin and end with breathwork, intentional relaxation, and Mindfulness skill building. Appropriate for any mother at any point from pregnancy and beyond.
Being Me is a supportive space for women to share in community while practicing skills in mindfulness and inner-kindness. Topics covered include: self-esteem and inner-kindness nurturing a habit of self-care, accepting and understanding emotions, and leaning into your inner critic. Group is ongoing and we encourage participants to join us for a minimum of 8 weeks. You can use your insurance. Please visit our website to learn more about the group.
Being Me is a supportive space for women to share in community while practicing skills in mindfulness and inner-kindness. Topics covered include: self-esteem and inner-kindness nurturing a habit of self-care, accepting and understanding emotions, and leaning into your inner critic. Group is ongoing and we encourage participants to join us for a minimum of 8 weeks. You can use your insurance. Please visit our website to learn more about the group.
Saturday, November 9, 10am-12pm. This creative, reflective and experiential workshop will offer ways to increase self-acceptance and to explore the barriers that prevent you from seeing that you are enough. You already have everything you need for greatness, let us give you space and direction to embrace it. Join us for a morning of yoga, reflection, discussion, & therapeutic activities. We will explore ways to be our most authentic and unapologetically real selves. Investment: $60; Early Bird Special: $50 before Oct. 26 Discount Code= earlybird * No yoga experience is necessary. Register: www.universe.com/embraceyourinnerbadass
Hosted by Katie Gandolph
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Group meets in Minneapolis, MN 55403
Saturday, November 9, 10am-12pm. This creative, reflective and experiential workshop will offer ways to increase self-acceptance and to explore the barriers that prevent you from seeing that you are enough. You already have everything you need for greatness, let us give you space and direction to embrace it. Join us for a morning of yoga, reflection, discussion, & therapeutic activities. We will explore ways to be our most authentic and unapologetically real selves. Investment: $60; Early Bird Special: $50 before Oct. 26 Discount Code= earlybird * No yoga experience is necessary. Register: www.universe.com/embraceyourinnerbadass
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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.