Group Therapy

“Apoyándonos” es un grupo terapéutico en español, en el cual buscamos generar y compartir recursos que nos ayuden a afrontar las situaciones que atravesamos como comunidad y en lo individual. Si alguna vez has sentido que el estrés, la ansiedad, la tristeza o la soledad te hacen más difícil cumplir con tus expectativas o las de la gente a tu alrededor, si sientes que a veces es mucho peso para ti solx, si tienes dudas sobre qué tan saludable te encuentras emocionalmente. “Apoyándonos” es el espacio para ti. Jueves a la 9 – 10 a.m.

Este grupo está actualmente en espera. Mándanos un correo a SupportGroups@howardbrown.org para unir la lista de espera.

Join Alissa Catiis, psychotherapist and yoga teacher, for therapeutic movement for trauma and mental health free from the white gaze. We will spend about 45 minutes moving and doing a combination of chair yoga, mat yoga, qi gong*, meditation, and other movements to balance the nervous system. We will also spend time checking in with each other and building community.

No yoga or qi gong experience required. Phone screen required before registration. BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) folks only. Biracial and multiracial folks welcome to join. Meets Tuesdays from 6 – 7:15 p.m.

This group next plans to begin in late fall of 2022.

This group most recently began in July 2022, running 10 weeks.

*Qi gong is a system based on Chinese medicine the combines breathing, movement, and following the natural flow of nature.

A therapy group designed to help manage stress in healthier ways. Dialectical Behavior Therapy Group is an inclusive, skills-building group that runs cyclically in four distinct ten week modules. These modules include Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation and Distress Tolerance. Meets Fridays, 10 – 11:30 a.m.

This group is currently at capacity, waitlist available. This group next plans to begin in February of 2023, running 16 weeks.

Un espacio para las personas que se identifican como transgenerx, no-binaria, dos-espiritus, o muxe. Expresamos la importancia de encontrarnos y generar espacios que visibilice nuestras necesidades y tambien la necesidad colective de la comunidad. Tambien, nos enfocamos hablar en la importancia de salud mental, y como las personas en nuestra comunidad son mas vulnerables por la sociedad y systemas publicas. “No sabemos hasta donde podemos llegar. Pero lo mas posible es que la perseverancia nos lleve a éxitos articulares.” Martes a las 2 – 3 p.m.

Este grupo está actualmente en espera. Mándanos un correo a SupportGroups@howardbrown.org para unir la lista de espera.

Group space for trans and nonbinary folks to explore gender, gender identity, challenge binary socializations, and build supportive relationships. Meets Tuesdays, 4:30 – 5:30 p.m.

This group is currently on hold. We hope to provide additional updates as soon as possible.

An interpersonally-focused therapy group focused on exploring gender identity and expression. In this group, led by licensed clinicians who identify as trans/gender expansive, we will examine, question, and confront conventional gender expectations. By undoing how we are taught gender “should” be, we work to move closer to intentionality and authenticity. Genderf**k is a fit for anyone interested in exploring their gender, regardless of how they currently identify.

Two sections available, Mondays, 6 – 7 p.m. and Tuesdays, noon – 1 p.m.

These groups next plan to begin in February 2023, running 16 weeks.

A therapy group focused on exploring both gender identity and substance use concerns in the context of a supportive peer community. Genderf**k Recovery With Pride welcomes those at various places on their gender journey and substance use history/activity. Fridays, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. This group next plans to begin in late fall 2022.

A therapy group designed to help explore loss and resilience in affirming community. Grief and Resilience is an ongoing support group focused on creating a safe space for LGBTQIA and Gender Expansive people to come together and explore the challenges of loss. The group focuses on the power of community while exploring resilience and remembrance as a way of healing.

Group one, a closed, six-session, structured group, meets the second and fourth Thursdays and is planned to start next in late fall of 2022. This group focuses on supporting clients in intentional and focused grief work.

Group two, an open-ended, unstructured group, meets the first and third Thursdays of each month. Both groups meet from 6 – 7:30 p.m. Open-ended group is at capacity, waitlist available

Psychotherapy group for clients to explore interpersonal patterns and histories, build resilience, practice experiencing and communicating emotions directly, and share and receive feedback on important relational patterns. Welcoming of those with a variety of mental health concerns. Two sections available, Fridays, 10 -11 a.m. and Saturdays 10 – 11:30 a.m. Friday group runs for 10 weeks, taking a short break and beginning a new cycle to which group members are welcome to return. Saturday group next plans to begin in February of 2023, running 16 weeks.

A psychotherapy group for those who are using substances or have histories of using substances. Whether you are interested in abstinence, moderation, or just talking with others about your substance use in an exploratory mental health setting, this group is open to individuals with a variety of mental health concerns, goals, and identities. LGBTQ+ participants especially welcome.

This group will provide a space to focus on building strong relationships, expressing emotions in honest and congruent ways, and identifying important life patterns in the work to build resilience and community. Meets Wednesdays, 3 – 4:30 p.m.

This group next plans to begin in February of 2023.

Supporting resilience and quality of life for older LGBTQ+ and gender expansive adults age 50 and beyond. The Journey Continues is a diverse, gender inclusive and affirming 16 week group process for LGBTQ+ adults age 50 and beyond. The purpose of the group is to explore the aging process specific to LGBTQ+ individuals, to build community in a safe and empowering environment and to support resilience and quality of life in the aging process. The group is phenomenological, or client-centered by design, and shaped by the participants of each group. Meets, Fridays 1 – 2:30 p.m.

This group next plans to begin in February of 2023.

This 10 week Recovery With Pride group is an affirming, non-judgmental space where clients can explore their substance use, get support for making choices that align with their values, and learn tools to cope with triggers and cravings more effectively. This group will draw from both harm reduction strategies and mindfulness exercises to support clients to reach their goals. Meets Thursdays from 4 – 5 p.m.

A therapy group designed to help manage depression and anxiety. The group is a gender-inclusive, skill-based group designed to be a supportive space for folks who are experiencing symptoms of depression or anxiety. Group members will learn about how mindfulness meditation can improve mood and reduce distressing symptoms. Clients will learn techniques and practice these in group, while also connecting with other people who may have similar experiences and challenges with mental health. Two sections available, Thursdays 2 – 3 p.m. (10 week repeating cycles) and Fridays, 10 – 11:30 a.m. The Thursday group has a waitlist available.

The Friday group next plans to begin in February of 2023.

Inclusive towards all identities, however substance use will be a weekly theme within the group topics. This will be a closed Recovery With Pride group. Group topics will be based on the original meanings of each color within the pride flag created by the late Gilbert Baker. Each color represents an aspect/virtue of life which the group will use to reflect upon towards their own personal use and challenges. Some of the areas that will be explored include: sexuality, peace, life, and nature. Meets Saturdays, noon – 1 p.m.

This group is for those seeking an abstinence approach to recovering from substance use. We meet in 10 week cycles and welcome new participants, seeking to center LGBTQ+ experiences in particular. Meets Wednesdays, 6 – 7 p.m.

Group for those who have experienced or are experiencing domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and/or sexual harm in current or past relationships. This group will provide a supportive space for members to learn coping skills, process difficult emotions, and receive care and support. Fridays, 6 – 7 p.m., meeting in recurring 10 week cycles. Group is at capacity, waitlist available.