A weekly support group for dads who are actively sharing the load — parenting, partnering, and holding down a career at the same time. This is a space to talk honestly about what that actually looks like. The overwhelm. The guilt. The joys. The moments you handled well and the ones you didn't. No advice-giving, no fixing — just dads in the same season of life, telling the truth about it. Facilitated by Dr. Ian Palombo, LCMHC. Open to dads at any stage. Judgment-free. This is a closed group, meaning participants must be screened before joining.
Hosted by Ian J Palombo
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, EdD, LPC
Group meets in Durham, NC 27705
A weekly support group for dads who are actively sharing the load — parenting, partnering, and holding down a career at the same time. This is a space to talk honestly about what that actually looks like. The overwhelm. The guilt. The joys. The moments you handled well and the ones you didn't. No advice-giving, no fixing — just dads in the same season of life, telling the truth about it. Facilitated by Dr. Ian Palombo, LCMHC. Open to dads at any stage. Judgment-free. This is a closed group, meaning participants must be screened before joining.
The Nurturing Parenting Programs are a family-centered trauma-informed initiative designed to build nurturing parenting skills as an alternative to abusive and neglecting parenting and child-rearing practices. The goals are to prevent recidivism in families lower the rate of multi parent teenage pregnancies, reduce the rate of juvenile delinquency and alcohol abuse, and stop the intergenerational cycle of child abuse by teaching positive parenting behaviors. The program is designed to build self-awareness, positive concept/self-esteem and build levels of empathy; enhance family communication and awareness of needs; promote healthy physical and emotional development; teach appropriate role and developmental expectations.
Hosted by Voice for Children & Nurturing Families
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CCTP, CSOTS
Group meets in Winston Salem, NC 27103
The Nurturing Parenting Programs are a family-centered trauma-informed initiative designed to build nurturing parenting skills as an alternative to abusive and neglecting parenting and child-rearing practices. The goals are to prevent recidivism in families lower the rate of multi parent teenage pregnancies, reduce the rate of juvenile delinquency and alcohol abuse, and stop the intergenerational cycle of child abuse by teaching positive parenting behaviors. The program is designed to build self-awareness, positive concept/self-esteem and build levels of empathy; enhance family communication and awareness of needs; promote healthy physical and emotional development; teach appropriate role and developmental expectations.
Reach out to learn more! 828-855-7332 or Katrina@resiliencetherapy.org
Hosted by Katrina Belmont
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Group meets in Hickory, NC 28602
Reach out to learn more! 828-855-7332 or Katrina@resiliencetherapy.org
CPRT is a 10-week evidence-based treatment (over 115 peer-reviewed research studies showing its efficacy) for equipping parents to support children who are presenting with emotional or behavioral concerns. CPRT enables parents to become the therapeutic agent of change by teaching them how to conduct 30 minute, weekly therapeutic play sessions at home. Parents will meet for two hours each week in group, learning one new skill to implement, and then report back to troubleshoot together. Parents can expect to feel supported, understood and not judged, and empowered to move forward in their parenting journey with practical skills.
Hosted by Amy R. Work
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, MA, LCMHCS, RPT-S
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28227
In working with kids and teens, I also work closely with their parents through consultation and parent-focused interventions to strengthen relationships and support progress outside of therapy.
CPRT is a 10-week evidence-based treatment (over 115 peer-reviewed research studies showing its efficacy) for equipping parents to support children who are presenting with emotional or behavioral concerns. CPRT enables parents to become the therapeutic agent of change by teaching them how to conduct 30 minute, weekly therapeutic play sessions at home. Parents will meet for two hours each week in group, learning one new skill to implement, and then report back to troubleshoot together. Parents can expect to feel supported, understood and not judged, and empowered to move forward in their parenting journey with practical skills.
Strong Beginnings is a therapeutic support group for new parents adjusting to life with a baby. In a safe, welcoming space, you'll connect with other parents, explore the challenges of early parenthood, and build confidence through guided discussion and practical, evidence-informed strategies. Topics include: Life after baby Stress and emotional well-being Parent-infant attachment Understanding infant cues Self-care and sleep Relationship and family changes Building confidence as a parent, whether you're a first-time parent or expanding your family, Strong Beginnings offers support, connection, and encouragement for your parenting journey.
Hosted by Ashley F Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, IMH-E
Group meets in Raeford, NC 28376
Strong Beginnings is a therapeutic support group for new parents adjusting to life with a baby. In a safe, welcoming space, you'll connect with other parents, explore the challenges of early parenthood, and build confidence through guided discussion and practical, evidence-informed strategies. Topics include: Life after baby Stress and emotional well-being Parent-infant attachment Understanding infant cues Self-care and sleep Relationship and family changes Building confidence as a parent, whether you're a first-time parent or expanding your family, Strong Beginnings offers support, connection, and encouragement for your parenting journey.
Triple P is a parenting program, but it doesn’t tell you how to be a parent. GOALS OF TRIPLE P PARENTING * Increase competence in promoting healthy development and managing common child behavior problems and developmental issues * Reduce use of coercive and punitive methods of disciplining children * Increase use of positive parenting strategies in managing their children’s behavior * Increase confidence in raising their children * Decrease behavior problems in their children (for families experiencing difficult child behaviors) * Improve partners’ communication about parenting issues * Reduce stress associated with raising children
Hosted by Fortitude Counseling Associates, PLLC
Licensed CLinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC, BC-TMH, CSOTP
Group meets in Fayetteville, NC 28314
Triple P is a parenting program, but it doesn’t tell you how to be a parent. GOALS OF TRIPLE P PARENTING * Increase competence in promoting healthy development and managing common child behavior problems and developmental issues * Reduce use of coercive and punitive methods of disciplining children * Increase use of positive parenting strategies in managing their children’s behavior * Increase confidence in raising their children * Decrease behavior problems in their children (for families experiencing difficult child behaviors) * Improve partners’ communication about parenting issues * Reduce stress associated with raising children
Going through a high conflict divorce (usually code for abusive relationship and post separation abuse) can be very isolating. Especially if you're trying to take care of kids. Friends, family, and community (even mental health professionals!) are often woefully uninformed about high conflict divorce and abuse and why you may end up in court. When you're dealing with narcissistic abuse it can be brutal. Talk to others of any gender who get it in this facilitated 10 session virtual support group. Free 15 minute screening required to join. Email emergebrave@gmail.com.
Going through a high conflict divorce (usually code for abusive relationship and post separation abuse) can be very isolating. Especially if you're trying to take care of kids. Friends, family, and community (even mental health professionals!) are often woefully uninformed about high conflict divorce and abuse and why you may end up in court. When you're dealing with narcissistic abuse it can be brutal. Talk to others of any gender who get it in this facilitated 10 session virtual support group. Free 15 minute screening required to join. Email emergebrave@gmail.com.
Calming Earth Collective PLLC approaches Mental Health from a Holistic viewpoint recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. We offer personalized treatment plans that integrate various therapeutic modalities, including psychotherapy, mindfulness practices, and alternative therapies.
Hosted by Ruth A Sterbach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Fayetteville, NC 28314
Calming Earth Collective PLLC approaches Mental Health from a Holistic viewpoint recognizing the interconnectedness of mind, body, and spirit. We offer personalized treatment plans that integrate various therapeutic modalities, including psychotherapy, mindfulness practices, and alternative therapies.
Using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Therapist treats those in need of learning to understand and identify triggers for anger. Client will develop and learn to practice coping skills that will help them think, feel, and behave differently in response to anger. Learning to be calmer and in more control and reacting with more appropriate behaviors. This group is created for teens and adults. other groups offered are Triple P Parenting for adults, and Substance abuse groups for children and adults.
Using CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Therapist treats those in need of learning to understand and identify triggers for anger. Client will develop and learn to practice coping skills that will help them think, feel, and behave differently in response to anger. Learning to be calmer and in more control and reacting with more appropriate behaviors. This group is created for teens and adults. other groups offered are Triple P Parenting for adults, and Substance abuse groups for children and adults.
Like all relationships, the parent-child relationship isn’t immune to struggles, but when the challenges are overwhelming, extra support may be needed. If it feels like your family’s life revolves around conflict, it may be time to reset your approach to feel empowered as a parent. A trusting, respect-oriented relationship is at the core of successful discipline and repairing conflict is dependent on the attachment between guardian and child. Discipline doesn’t need to weaken the bond between your relationship with your child. Discipline isn’t finished until the parent and child are united, stronger than before.
Hosted by Davidson Family Therapy
Counselor, LCMHC, LCMHCA, LCAS, MSW, LMFTA
Group meets in Cornelius, NC 28031
Renee and Julia Trust Based Relational Interventions (TBRI) practitioners who assist parents in navigating big emotions and behaviors while keeping their relationship secure.
Like all relationships, the parent-child relationship isn’t immune to struggles, but when the challenges are overwhelming, extra support may be needed. If it feels like your family’s life revolves around conflict, it may be time to reset your approach to feel empowered as a parent. A trusting, respect-oriented relationship is at the core of successful discipline and repairing conflict is dependent on the attachment between guardian and child. Discipline doesn’t need to weaken the bond between your relationship with your child. Discipline isn’t finished until the parent and child are united, stronger than before.
Online Support group focused on trying times for parents during Covid Facilitated by Geraldine Oyoo, MSW, LCSWA registration required w/ $25 fee per session (second parent free!) To register or for more information: info@creativeperspectivestherapy.com or call 704.759.6525
Hosted by Geraldine A Oyoo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Mount Holly, NC 28120
Online Support group focused on trying times for parents during Covid Facilitated by Geraldine Oyoo, MSW, LCSWA registration required w/ $25 fee per session (second parent free!) To register or for more information: info@creativeperspectivestherapy.com or call 704.759.6525
In today’s complicated and isolated world parents say they feel overwhelmed and alone. In hopes of changing that we have materials that can be used by a group of parents who want to share their joys and concerns with others who understand, and to challenge themselves to be more intentional parents, parents who are happier, healthier and more confident. Parent Wellness Group is for parents who would like some extra support in making some changes in their lives. At this time, joining the Parent Wellness Group is free of charge. We will choose a time to gather over Zoom.
In today’s complicated and isolated world parents say they feel overwhelmed and alone. In hopes of changing that we have materials that can be used by a group of parents who want to share their joys and concerns with others who understand, and to challenge themselves to be more intentional parents, parents who are happier, healthier and more confident. Parent Wellness Group is for parents who would like some extra support in making some changes in their lives. At this time, joining the Parent Wellness Group is free of charge. We will choose a time to gather over Zoom.
This group is for men seeking deeper connection, emotional resilience, and authentic growth. Many men have been taught to suppress emotion or carry struggles alone. we create an environment where honesty, vulnerability, and accountability are welcomed and respected. Group therapy offers something individual therapy alone cannot: real-time relational experience. As you engage with other men navigating similar challenges, you gain perspective, practice new ways of relating, and build meaningful connection. Our men’s counseling group is ideal for those who want to improve relationships, regulate stress more effectively, and cultivate grounded, embodied leadership in their lives. $75 per session.
This group is for men seeking deeper connection, emotional resilience, and authentic growth. Many men have been taught to suppress emotion or carry struggles alone. we create an environment where honesty, vulnerability, and accountability are welcomed and respected. Group therapy offers something individual therapy alone cannot: real-time relational experience. As you engage with other men navigating similar challenges, you gain perspective, practice new ways of relating, and build meaningful connection. Our men’s counseling group is ideal for those who want to improve relationships, regulate stress more effectively, and cultivate grounded, embodied leadership in their lives. $75 per session.
Hello to all, the Divorced Dads Meetup Group meets every Saturday at our Cary Location. We will be discussing and sharing our thoughts on how best to meet our needs as Divorced Dads, and our children's needs to help them flourish and succeed in life. This group is a support group that is intended to help and support dads who want to be the best fathers they can be. We will talk about several topics and challenges we face as divorced fathers. I look forward to meeting you all soon.
Hosted by Andrew DiMartino
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MS, LCMHCA
Group meets in Raleigh, NC 27607
Hello to all, the Divorced Dads Meetup Group meets every Saturday at our Cary Location. We will be discussing and sharing our thoughts on how best to meet our needs as Divorced Dads, and our children's needs to help them flourish and succeed in life. This group is a support group that is intended to help and support dads who want to be the best fathers they can be. We will talk about several topics and challenges we face as divorced fathers. I look forward to meeting you all soon.
This is a closed group created specifically for Black mothers of autistic children. Over our time together we move through themes that reflect the fullness of your experience: the weight of caregiving, the grief and rage that do not always have a name, the systems you have had to fight, and who you are beyond the role of mother. This is a structured space for healing, processing, and reclaiming yourself. You will leave knowing you are not alone and that there is more available to you than survival.
I specialize in life transitions, neurodiversity, overwhelm, women's issues, parenting, grief, caregiving, and spirituality.
This is a closed group created specifically for Black mothers of autistic children. Over our time together we move through themes that reflect the fullness of your experience: the weight of caregiving, the grief and rage that do not always have a name, the systems you have had to fight, and who you are beyond the role of mother. This is a structured space for healing, processing, and reclaiming yourself. You will leave knowing you are not alone and that there is more available to you than survival.
This group is for men who are looking for something real, vulnerable, and just challenging enough. One of the most valuable aspects of this group is simply being vulnerable with other men and holding space for other men to be vulnerable, in a facilitated container. Process groups are designed to be a microcosm of how you relate with yourself and others in your day-to-day life. Here, we look at patterns you are wanting to shift and support you in trying out new responses to old patterns. As men start to shift in group, they shift outside as well.
Hosted by Evan Reinhold
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Group meets in Asheville, NC 28801
This group is for men who are looking for something real, vulnerable, and just challenging enough. One of the most valuable aspects of this group is simply being vulnerable with other men and holding space for other men to be vulnerable, in a facilitated container. Process groups are designed to be a microcosm of how you relate with yourself and others in your day-to-day life. Here, we look at patterns you are wanting to shift and support you in trying out new responses to old patterns. As men start to shift in group, they shift outside as well.
This is a support group of people with shared experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice facilitated by a licensed professional. The topics we will discuss include parental issues, family secrets, boundaries, coping skills, life transitions, self-care, women's issues, and work to break the stigma surrounding seeking mental health treatment.
Hosted by Transformation Collaborative Empowerment Svcs PLLC
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Group meets in Thomasville, NC 27360
This is a support group of people with shared experiences or concerns who provide each other with encouragement, comfort, and advice facilitated by a licensed professional. The topics we will discuss include parental issues, family secrets, boundaries, coping skills, life transitions, self-care, women's issues, and work to break the stigma surrounding seeking mental health treatment.
The outcome goals of group therapy are applied to the patient's life outside of the group and include behavior corrections, development of interpersonal and relationship skills, education, the installation of preventative measures and coping skills, and an eventual return to normal functioning within society.
Hosted by Sheila Weaver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWA, MSW, CLC, Doula, LCAS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28262
The outcome goals of group therapy are applied to the patient's life outside of the group and include behavior corrections, development of interpersonal and relationship skills, education, the installation of preventative measures and coping skills, and an eventual return to normal functioning within society.
Triumph is a group for single parent women in their quest to prevent and or overcome abuse with an emphasis on emotional abuse. Abuse created as a result of early childhood trauma intimate relationships etc. This support group will begin in May and run for 6 weeks. Those interested must take a short screening questionnaire to verify eligibility and interest. We will meet once per week day and time determined by the majority. This group will meet ONLINE and charged to insurance . Please contact Mrs. HurleyLCMHCSat 336-9082443 if you are interested in joining this CONFIDENTIAL group.
Hosted by Ednalyn King Hurley
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHC, LCMHCS
Group meets in Greensboro, NC 27406
Triumph is a group for single parent women in their quest to prevent and or overcome abuse with an emphasis on emotional abuse. Abuse created as a result of early childhood trauma intimate relationships etc. This support group will begin in May and run for 6 weeks. Those interested must take a short screening questionnaire to verify eligibility and interest. We will meet once per week day and time determined by the majority. This group will meet ONLINE and charged to insurance . Please contact Mrs. HurleyLCMHCSat 336-9082443 if you are interested in joining this CONFIDENTIAL group.
10 WEEK PARENTING GROUP Objectives: *Help your child increase their ability to be responsible for their own behaviors *Provide strategies to help respond to temper tantrums *Improve your child's school performance *Deepen your connection and communication with your child *Introduction of techniques that lead to increased independence *Increase/recreate your feelings of compassion and levels of enjoyment with your child again
Hosted by Kristina Mathews Acosta
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCAS, LCMHC, LCMHCS
Group meets in Matthews, NC 28105
10 WEEK PARENTING GROUP Objectives: *Help your child increase their ability to be responsible for their own behaviors *Provide strategies to help respond to temper tantrums *Improve your child's school performance *Deepen your connection and communication with your child *Introduction of techniques that lead to increased independence *Increase/recreate your feelings of compassion and levels of enjoyment with your child again
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Parenting Support Groups
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.