Support Groups

Tap into the wisdom of the collective

There is a magic healing power that happens in groups. Most psychological injuries happen in relationships. The safety of a therapy group has tremendous power to heal those injuries and bring out your best self, which you can carry over into your life outside group. In a therapy group, you matter. You are safe and cared for. You are a student and a teacher. You are accepted just as you are.

  • Postpartum Adjustment Support Group: Room 2 Grow

    8 week online group to help new moms and dads adjust to parenthood. The group provides a safe space to connect with others in the same boat while getting support with emotions that accompany entry into parenthood. Each group includes a segment of instruction in practical skills for managing emotions, calming down distressing thoughts, navigating self-care, building attachment, effective communication with family members, and more.

    Location: Online

    Dates: Contact me to inquire when the next rotation is starting

    Duration: 90 minutes

    Cost: $300 for 6 weeks ($50 per group). Sliding scale is available for those with financial hardship.

    Registration is on a rolling basis. For more information and to register for this group please contact me at 650-419-7004 or ruthie@mentalfitnesstherapy.org

    Topics include:

    -Understanding symptoms and red flags

    -Optimizing sleep

    -Feelings around feeding experiences

    -Integrating self-care

    -Understanding and building healthy attachment

    -Integrating parenthood into identity

    -Overcoming shame, fear, and negative thoughts

    -Asking for help and utilizing available supports

    And more!

  • Mental Fitness Gym

    Mental fitness requires just as much maintenance as physical fitness. This is an ongoing open  group for busy people who don’t have time during the day to meditate or journal consistently.  We meet online one morning a month and do an intensive interval bootcamp to jumpstart your day. Sessions include meditation, movement, creative activities, journaling, and sharing. 

    Location: Online

    Meeting time: 2nd Sunday of the month @ 10:00 am PST

    Duration: 60 minutes

    Cost: Free. Optional donations are used to subsidize care for low-income clients.    

    For more information and to register please contact me at 650-419-7004 or ruthie@mentalfitnesstherapy.org.

    Components include:

    -Meditation: Guided meditations to help clear your mind and organize

    -Journaling: With optional focused prompts

    -Creativity: Includes art therapy prompts, music, fun experiential exercises

    -Movement: Includes yoga postures, stretches, and energizing exercises

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