Postpartum Moods and Challenges This is a Drop-In Support Group focused on the moods and challenges you may be feeling after the birth of your baby. Find support, friendship, and a safe and welcoming environment to discuss the highs and lows of your experience of becoming a mother. The challenges catch many off-guard, and the hormonal or physical reaction some experience can be overwhelming at times. If you sometimes feel as if: * You've had conflicting or negative feelings about your pregnancy …

I decided to start this group because since my daughter was born, 17 months ago, I have struggled with postpartum depression and feel as if this mental health issue is completely taboo for most first time or repeat parents. This group is about being open with one another and having a circle of friends that you can relate to and know you are not alone. I hoping to do parent only days and/or nights and also playgroups and trips to different locations around the East Bay and San Francisco. If you a …

Parenting can sometimes be challenging when we face the labels of depression, anxiety, postpartum depression, bipolar disorder or schizophrenia and other mental health diagnosis. The stigma of society, maybe even friends and family makes parenting even more challenging.  Recovery is possible for everyone.    Come discuss how to :  Create a balanced lifestyle for ourselves and our family  Empower ourselves as individuals and a parent  Empower our children to be resilient  Listen to our inner …

I started this group because I've personally experienced and have whitnessed transformational change in many of my clients and wanted to help others do the same. Anybody can do it, I've got a 7yr old niece who uses it regularly. Can you imagine how your life would be different if you knew how to relieve stress at the age of 7? It can help relieve a broad range of issues such as stress, post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, panic attacks, addictions, sleeplessness, relations …

This is a place to get help and support for your anxiety whether it is mild stress and anxiety to Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety / Phobia, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Panic Attacks, OCD, or Phobias.  

… If you’re at a transition point in your life, needing to make a next step forward and not sure how… or if you're looking to heal old wounds (or problematic patterns, habits, compulsions, addictions) that you've worked on before, but that just haven't gone away... or, if you have ever felt like there is "part of you missing," or like you've never gotten over some traumatic event that happened in your life, including a difficult breakup... or, if you suffer from depression, anxiety attacks, low en …

Meet other local diabetics and those who care for and about them. Gather and offer support, medical and nutritional advice, as well as participating in exercise and sports activities around the Bay Area. We are a local chapter of a national organization (http://www.diabetes-exercise.org). We sponsor educational and fitness events throughout the year. We welcome people with diabetes, their family, friends, medical and fitness and exercise professionals to participate in all of our activiti …

Hello Ladies, Looking to meet women who are interested in friendship. I belong to Xi Pi Delta Chapter of Beta Sigma Phi which is a women's organization that promotes social, cultural, philanthropic activities. This group of women of all ages is based on friendship and social support. We also raise money for local charities in the bay area. Our meetings are twice a month and are always open to you ... Please email me if you are interested in attending. There are 22 chapters of Beta Sigma …

Join us in an Inquiry Circle to do The Work of Byron Katie in a small, supportive setting. When: 2nd and 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:30 pm to 8:45 Where: 1300 Grand Street, Alameda 94501 Gently and lovingly inquire into troubling thoughts -- thoughts like "I made a mistake" -- "I need him to love me" -- "She should respect me more" -- "I need to figure out what to do." Leave feeling lighter and freer and more in touch with your compassion for yourself and others. Simple yet prof …

Serene - [sa-reen](adjective) - 1. Bright, Clear and Calm; Shining with Clear, Steady Light. 2. Unruffled. 3. Tranquil Serenity - [sa-ren-e-tee](noun) - The state of being serene; Composure; Repose [Webster's Collegiate Dictionary] Meet others who are gathering for support, advice and safe companionship, who are interested in the topic of self-improvement. Come and participate in a variety of life topics that focus on improving the self, from low self-esteem, to relationships, to goal setting, t …