Are you a dad or soon to be one? Is your child starting elementary school or college? Regardless of where you are on the fatherhood journey, this group is for you. Join us as we discuss what it means to be a man, father, and partner. We examine how we came to these beliefs and how to be the best fathers we can be. The intent is to support eachother in showing up as the best fathers we can. We hope this will create connection and support for hard working dads that need a supportive space to explore these topics.
Hosted by Josh Gorelick
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28215
Are you a dad or soon to be one? Is your child starting elementary school or college? Regardless of where you are on the fatherhood journey, this group is for you. Join us as we discuss what it means to be a man, father, and partner. We examine how we came to these beliefs and how to be the best fathers we can be. The intent is to support eachother in showing up as the best fathers we can. We hope this will create connection and support for hard working dads that need a supportive space to explore these topics.
During this group you will have a chance to hear others’ experiences as you embark on this new adventure of parenthood. The challenges and joys of raising a child from birth - 2 years old will be addressed. Women will learn tools and share ways to bring a wellness approach to their daily lives, and in turn, help their babies and families too! Some focuses of this group include: Previous Expectations of Life With A Newborn, Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Body Changes, and Returning To Work. This is an open, virtual group.
Hosted by Matone Counseling and Testing
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
During this group you will have a chance to hear others’ experiences as you embark on this new adventure of parenthood. The challenges and joys of raising a child from birth - 2 years old will be addressed. Women will learn tools and share ways to bring a wellness approach to their daily lives, and in turn, help their babies and families too! Some focuses of this group include: Previous Expectations of Life With A Newborn, Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Body Changes, and Returning To Work. This is an open, virtual group.
Starting in Feb 2025: This group offers a compassionate & honest look at the realities of motherhood, combining psychoeducation, support, insight & concrete strategies & tools. We’ll explore the unspoken challenges of being a mom including: overwhelm & overstimulation, guilt for missing your old life, shame for feeling like you’re not “good enough", anger & emotional outbursts that feel out of character. You don't have to do it all & you don't have to do it alone. Visit https://www.liminalpsychclt.com for materials included & cost. Email hello@liminalpsychclt.com for questions & prescreen interview.
Hosted by Shaunna Rushing | Women, Trauma, Postpartum
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, NCC, LCMHCA
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28209
I hold master's degrees in Education and Clinical Mental Health Counseling, with advanced training in EMDR, IFS, and perinatal psychotherapy—helping women and mothers heal trauma, navigate identity shifts, and recover from emotional exhaustion.
Starting in Feb 2025: This group offers a compassionate & honest look at the realities of motherhood, combining psychoeducation, support, insight & concrete strategies & tools. We’ll explore the unspoken challenges of being a mom including: overwhelm & overstimulation, guilt for missing your old life, shame for feeling like you’re not “good enough", anger & emotional outbursts that feel out of character. You don't have to do it all & you don't have to do it alone. Visit https://www.liminalpsychclt.com for materials included & cost. Email hello@liminalpsychclt.com for questions & prescreen interview.
Whether it's your first baby or your fifth - parenting is HARD! This group is a safe space to explore prenatal & postpartum depression and anxiety, sleepless nights, attachment, fears of "doing it wrong," being a working or stay-at-home parent, relationship changes, and "all the things" that happen in that first year. Dads are welcome too! This is a breastfeeding-friendly space, but there is also a private area for those that need it. Childcare is not provided, but infants who are not yet crawling are welcome. (There is an adjacent room for helpers to care for them.)
Hosted by Angela Hathaway
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28277
I specialize in trauma, including childhood abuse, sexual trauma, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, and childbirth trauma.
Whether it's your first baby or your fifth - parenting is HARD! This group is a safe space to explore prenatal & postpartum depression and anxiety, sleepless nights, attachment, fears of "doing it wrong," being a working or stay-at-home parent, relationship changes, and "all the things" that happen in that first year. Dads are welcome too! This is a breastfeeding-friendly space, but there is also a private area for those that need it. Childcare is not provided, but infants who are not yet crawling are welcome. (There is an adjacent room for helpers to care for them.)
This is a therapeutic support group for individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss. This group offers a compassionate and empathetic space to navigate the complexities of grief associated with this unique type of loss. It aims to foster a sense of community and connection among members, helping them process their emotions and reconnect with their bodies through Somatic Experiencing (SE). By enabling members to withstand the distress caused by their loss, the group seeks to rebuild hope and empower resilience through shared experiences.
Hosted by Tameka Whittlesey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28203
My specialized skillset equips me to adequately hold space for pregnancy loss, infertility, &birth trauma.
This is a therapeutic support group for individuals who have experienced pregnancy loss. This group offers a compassionate and empathetic space to navigate the complexities of grief associated with this unique type of loss. It aims to foster a sense of community and connection among members, helping them process their emotions and reconnect with their bodies through Somatic Experiencing (SE). By enabling members to withstand the distress caused by their loss, the group seeks to rebuild hope and empower resilience through shared experiences.
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Trauma Informed Therapist(s) that specializes in Childhood Trauma, Relational Trauma, Perinatal Loss, Depression, & Anxiety.
Hosted by Cedar Tree Empowerment Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, TF-CBT, CCTP
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
Trauma Informed Therapist(s) that specializes in Childhood Trauma, Relational Trauma, Perinatal Loss, Depression, & Anxiety.
This group is a walk/talk support group designed for moms to feel heard, understood, and connected. Motherhood is full of constant change-emotionally, physically, and relationally. This group offers a supportive space to navigate those shifts alongside other moms who get it. Each week focuses on a meaningful topic related to motherhood and mental wellness, creating opportunities for reflection, connection, and growth. Sessions begin with a 20 minute walk, where moms are paired together to talk. Following the walk, the group comes together for a therapist led discussion that offers education, practical coping strategies, and additional support related to the topic of the day.
Hosted by Healing Pineapple Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PMH-C
Group meets in Belmont, NC 28012
I have advanced specialties in grief/loss, infertility, and perinatal mental health.
This group is a walk/talk support group designed for moms to feel heard, understood, and connected. Motherhood is full of constant change-emotionally, physically, and relationally. This group offers a supportive space to navigate those shifts alongside other moms who get it. Each week focuses on a meaningful topic related to motherhood and mental wellness, creating opportunities for reflection, connection, and growth. Sessions begin with a 20 minute walk, where moms are paired together to talk. Following the walk, the group comes together for a therapist led discussion that offers education, practical coping strategies, and additional support related to the topic of the day.
Angel’s Circle is a 6 week therapeutic, support group for women grieving the loss of their baby (babies) through pregnancy loss ( miscarriage, ectopic, still birth etc) or infant loss (within 1 month postpartum). Group is led by a Perinatal Loss Survivor; Licensed Clinical Therapist , Perinatal Mental Health Professional; Certified Clinical Trauma Professional; Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Specialist; Resiliency Certified Coach; Brainspotting and EMDR Practitioner . Angel’s Circle creates a safe, healing space for every woman to find their own balance to grieve and honor their baby (babies). This group is not a substitute for indivdual therapy.
Hosted by Cedar Tree Empowerment Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, TF-CBT, CCTP
Group meets in Huntersville, NC 28078
Angel’s Circle is a 6 week therapeutic, support group for women grieving the loss of their baby (babies) through pregnancy loss ( miscarriage, ectopic, still birth etc) or infant loss (within 1 month postpartum). Group is led by a Perinatal Loss Survivor; Licensed Clinical Therapist , Perinatal Mental Health Professional; Certified Clinical Trauma Professional; Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Specialist; Resiliency Certified Coach; Brainspotting and EMDR Practitioner . Angel’s Circle creates a safe, healing space for every woman to find their own balance to grieve and honor their baby (babies). This group is not a substitute for indivdual therapy.
Online Groups
Embodied Mother & Baby Education, Resources, & Support- is a support group for mothers from pregnancy through the first two years of baby's life
Hosted by Dr. Desiree Walls
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, DHS, LCMHC, PMH-C, NCC
Group meets in Sanford, NC 27332
I work with clients 18 and up with a special focus in the areas of pregnancy/ postpartum, parenting, intimacy, and marriage.
Embodied Mother & Baby Education, Resources, & Support- is a support group for mothers from pregnancy through the first two years of baby's life
Please reach out to join us for our FREE online mother's peer support group on Wednesday evenings.
Please reach out to join us for our FREE online mother's peer support group on Wednesday evenings.
Starting Mar 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM- Every Other Thursday - Come join us at the Spring Mountain Community Center in Fairview NC. This is a space for all moms and their partners in the first year postpartum to come and connect with others on the postpartum journey. We will share stories, connect, give and receive support, learn about resources and the postpartum phase. Babies are welcome - please RSVP if possible so if we plan to have a guest speaker - we know how many will be in attendance - The group is free - donations welcomed
I have worked with Children and Families, Parenting, Perinatal Mental Health , Motherhood, Addictions, Dual Diagnosis and Co-Dependency.
Starting Mar 20, 2025, 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM- Every Other Thursday - Come join us at the Spring Mountain Community Center in Fairview NC. This is a space for all moms and their partners in the first year postpartum to come and connect with others on the postpartum journey. We will share stories, connect, give and receive support, learn about resources and the postpartum phase. Babies are welcome - please RSVP if possible so if we plan to have a guest speaker - we know how many will be in attendance - The group is free - donations welcomed
Did you know? Research shows for 7 out of 10 couples, the stress of having children ultimately leads to divorce or remaining unhappily married, sometimes "for the sake of the children." But the conflict and discord that this causes is unhealthy for the kids! :( Bringing Baby Home is a psychoeducational workshop for couples who are pregnant or new parents. :) We know, you've got breastfeeding class, lamaze, etc. But what about the integrity of your relationship, and the emotional health of your children? BBH just might be the most important pregnancy class you take. Visit www.LewisvilleFamilyCounseling for more info.
Hosted by Jennifer Locklear
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEdS, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Group meets in Lewisville, NC 27023
Did you know? Research shows for 7 out of 10 couples, the stress of having children ultimately leads to divorce or remaining unhappily married, sometimes "for the sake of the children." But the conflict and discord that this causes is unhealthy for the kids! :( Bringing Baby Home is a psychoeducational workshop for couples who are pregnant or new parents. :) We know, you've got breastfeeding class, lamaze, etc. But what about the integrity of your relationship, and the emotional health of your children? BBH just might be the most important pregnancy class you take. Visit www.LewisvilleFamilyCounseling for more info.
Supportive 12 week group with heart-centered somatic awareness accessing strengths and embodying deep calm to amplify the skill and ability of each participant. Each receives positive heart-centered specific focused energy of the group each week to assist them with moving in the direction of creating their authentic lives. Boone, NC Live Local and ONline groups available. Start June, Sept, Dec, Mar
Supportive 12 week group with heart-centered somatic awareness accessing strengths and embodying deep calm to amplify the skill and ability of each participant. Each receives positive heart-centered specific focused energy of the group each week to assist them with moving in the direction of creating their authentic lives. Boone, NC Live Local and ONline groups available. Start June, Sept, Dec, Mar
This is a support group offered to individuals coping with miscarriage, recurrent loss, TFMR, stillbirth and infant loss. Group will begin in March 2026. Please reach out for more information.
This is a support group offered to individuals coping with miscarriage, recurrent loss, TFMR, stillbirth and infant loss. Group will begin in March 2026. Please reach out for more information.
A 6-week postpartum therapy group for parents with babies 0–9 months. This group offers a supportive space to process the emotional, relational, and identity shifts of early parenthood—including anxiety, overwhelm, birth experiences, attachment, body changes, partner dynamics, and the transition into caregiving. Babies are welcome to attend. Meets Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in Greensboro (in person). $37.5/session ($225 total). Sliding scale and scholarship spots available. A 20–30 minute prescreen call is required to ensure the group is a good clinical fit: https://electra-byers.clientsecure.me/
Hosted by Electra Byers
Counselor, Trauma, Anxiety, Couples, Parents, Somatic
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27410
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with advanced training in Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, EMDR, PACT couples therapy, and perinatal mental health.
A 6-week postpartum therapy group for parents with babies 0–9 months. This group offers a supportive space to process the emotional, relational, and identity shifts of early parenthood—including anxiety, overwhelm, birth experiences, attachment, body changes, partner dynamics, and the transition into caregiving. Babies are welcome to attend. Meets Wednesdays at 6:30 pm in Greensboro (in person). $37.5/session ($225 total). Sliding scale and scholarship spots available. A 20–30 minute prescreen call is required to ensure the group is a good clinical fit: https://electra-byers.clientsecure.me/
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Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum Support Groups
What are the most effective ways to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns?
The most effective way to address pregnancy, prenatal, and postpartum concerns is by finding a therapist who has prior experience helping other patients overcome the challenge being faced. For example, a marriage and family therapist may have experience helping couples adjust to their new relationship dynamic. An anxiety specialist may have experience helping with phobias or illness anxiety related to the child’s health. A depression specialist may have experience treating postpartum depression.
When should I seek treatment for prenatal or postpartum concerns?
Pregnancy and the postpartum period involve intense physical and mental changes; a degree of upset and instability is normal. However, if these changes impair daily functioning, it may be time to seek help. This distinction is pertinent for postpartum depression: A period of teariness, irritability, and distress is difficult but normal in the one to two weeks after childbirth (sometimes called the “baby blues.”) But if feelings of sadness and hopelessness persist beyond that period, the person should seek treatment.
How do I manage worries during pregnancy or the postnatal period?
A therapist can help patients develop the tools they need to manage anxieties during or after pregnancy. Cognitive behavioral therapy can help people identify and reframe harmful patterns of thought, and change their behaviors. Other techniques and skills can allow people to develop acceptance, psychological flexibility, self-compassion, communication skills, and more.
Are there specific medications for postpartum depression?
In 2019, the FDA approved the first medication designed to treat postpartum depression. The medication is called brexanolone and is delivered intravenously by a medical professional over the course of a few days. However, typical antidepressants, which are more accessible, can also treat postpartum depression. The disorder is often best treated through a combination of medication and therapy.