Do you or have you experienced anxiety and depression? As a person in recovery from both, I believe that we can come together to share our stories (confidentially) and support each other. I am currently training to become a Peer Support Counselor and I hope to find women 21+ in the Fairfax/Annandale area to meet every other week or so. Please join me!

The Montgomery County chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) meets at 7:00 p.m. on alternate Wednesdays in Bethesda. This peer support group has been active since 1982. Membership is open to anyone who is in treatment for depression or bipolar disorder. There is no charge to join the group or attend the meetings. Weather policy: DBSA Montgomery County does not meet if Montgomery County public schools are closed due to weather.

NAMI Connections is a recovery support group program for adults living with mental illness. NAMI Connections groups offer a casual and relaxed approach to sharing the challenges and successes of coping with mental illness. All groups are confidential- participants can share as much or as little personal information as they wish. Support groups are open to all adults with mental illness, regardless of diagnosis. Everyone is a valued participant. National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI)-Nor …

The ending of a romantic relationship can be one of the most painful and difficult events that you can experience. Someone important to you has suddenly disappeared from your life. You experience a loss, and that loss is called "heartbreak." Along with this loss comes a whole basket of feelings and emotions, including depression, anxiety, anger, denial, etc. What further complicates this loss, however, is the fact that the other person has the nerve to still be alive! And that comes with a lot o …

THIS GROUP HAS DECENTRALIZED. We all have equal rights and responsibilities and resources. Any member can schedule a group meeting. As adults we are all responsible for our own safety, plans, and materializing our desires such as reaching out to others and making connections. If this is impossible for a group member to do, then I highly encourage they seek help from a professional who can help them navigate and make their own tools. This group in no form or way replaces or comes close to replaci …

Anxiety is the No. 1 mental health problem in the U.S. You are not alone! I am creating this group because I have not been able to find one in the Montgomery County area. I envision a regular meeting for people to share their experience with anxiety, learn coping techniques, make friends and plan social outings. Anxiety disorders include panic, OCD, phobias and social anxiety. Depression often co-occurs.

Mental Health Recovery in Action is the premier group by and for adults living with any type of mental health challenge who are taking recovery into their own hands. Most of our meetups take place in Gaithersburg, Maryland. Parking is free for most events and we are steps away from the Ride On bus line and the MARC train. We take confidentiality very seriously and we respect your right to share as much or as little personal information as you feel comfortable with. We are run by On Our Own of Mo …

W are a faith-based support group for women who would like to learn more about making improvements in their lives in the area of relationship connections, boundary setting and grieving losses. Members will also explore areas such as depression, anger, unforgiveness and self-worth as well as spiritual growth challenges and serving in ministry. Encouragement and emphasis will be on helping you to evaluate current behaviors, thought processes and past experiences within the context of a small group …

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Do you wish you had more support from other women? Welcome to the Women's Encouragement Circle in Columbia, Maryland! This group is a therapy service.  The cost for members is $50 per person per session and we meet once per month. Koru therapy groups are small, intimate groups. A maximum of 20 members are allowed to join to ensure that people get to know one another better and make lasting friendships. The group started in September 2010, and is ongoing. We discuss topics like: -Depression and …

Throughout life I have realize that when you help others you would get blessings in return. The purpose of this group is to give a helping hand to other in their time of need and also volunteering to make a difference in other people’s lives. Well helping others we will also be developing strong friendship with others. I will be 27 years old in a week so I am still young and like to have fun so after helping others we will be having a lot of get together and just hanging out and having fun. We a …

Ever think you're the only one that pulls out their hair or picks at your skin? Nope, you're not alone! After attending the annual Trichotillomania Learning Conference, I feel compelled to reach out to the community to help shed light in your darkness. Through my own experience with trich, I have met the most amazing people and I would love to meet you too! I know it takes great courage to speak out about your battle, but what better way to do so than in a safe atmosphere surrounded by love and …

Are you feeling stuck and want to work out your issues? Do you value self-reflection and want to find greater understanding of yourself? Are you looking for support in changing your life for the better? If you answered yes, consider participating our upcoming Personal Growth Support Group. A support group is a safe, protected environment where you can get help and support from others while you learn to make changes in your life. Discussing current and past issues and receiving feedback from t …

NAMI Northern Virginia (NAMI NoVA) is the local affiliate of the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the nation's largest grassroots organization dedicated to improving the lives of persons with mental illness. NAMI Northern Virginia sponsors local support groups, educational programs, and advocacy with the goal of affording individuals with mental illness opportunities to live, work, learn, and participate fully in their communities. Anyone interested in knowing more about mental illnes …

PANDAS is sudden acute and debilitating onset of intense anxiety and mood lability accompanied by Obsessive Compulsive-like issues and/or Tics in association with a streptococcal-A (GABHS) infection that has occurred immediately prior to the symptoms. The NIMH has stated that where strep cannot be linked to the onset of symptoms, one should look into the possibility of PANS (Pediatric Acute-onset Neuropsychiatric Syndromes). This disease has taken over the lives of our children and of many adult …

The Mindfulness Center is a holistic wellness center in Bethesda, MD, offering wellness classes and services including yoga, meditation, tai chi, acupuncture, massage and more. SERVICES & CLASSES meditation, yoga, tai chi, breathwork, prenatal yoga, nia yoga dance, acupuncture, massage, bioenergy, hypnosis, biodanza, body sculpting, personal training, stress reduction, qi gong, connecting couples, nutritional consulting, wholistic yoga, pilates, group acupuncture, chakra yoga, connecting coupl …

This group is for those suffering from mental illness who are Christians or are interested in Christianity. We meet once a week for peer-to-peer therapy, to discuss different techniques that can utilized to assist those suffering from mental illness. We are looking forward to meeting those who are interested in joining.

This is a typical book club, discussion will be held at a Takoma Park cafe or restaurant (not at the library). We will discuss about 6 to 12 books a year rotating through a list of topics including Economics and Distribution, Environmental Politics. School Lunch Politics, Vegetarianism, Veganism and Animal Rights (as a political topic), Language Policy, Gun Control and citizen activism (and more). The hope is that we can support progressive authors, and learn what we need to learn to move forwar …

This group is for women who are currently going through anxiety and panic to meet others, as well as those who have recovered to share their success stories.

All G/T kids need to meet, chat with, and play stimulating educational games with their peers. Underachieving gifted kids may have AD/HD, Learning Disabilities or Other Health Impairments, Depression, OCD or OD, or have trouble making friends. They may hate to read or write. They're also creative, have great imaginations, are funny, and super-sensitive. They have high potential, but haven't met it recently. They tend to be visual, right-brained learners. BRAINRELIEF, LLC holds workshops or suppo …