What this is not: This is not Gamblers Anonymous. This is not a 12 step group. This is not religion. This is not anyone advising you on how to run your life. This is not a group to support other addictive tendencies. I apologize if you found your way here thinking otherwise. There are other support groups, but it has been recognized, by many, that there is a lack of support for individuals with our peculiar habit. What this is: This is an attempt to fill the void in the support options we have a …

Join our Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/reduceharmlots Watch this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVLo9N1CCwE - Dr. Andrew Tatarsky on Addiction and Harm Reduction Ours is a NEW group for those interested in non-judgmentally, scientifically, and respectfully discussing various forms of HARM REDUCTION for any kind of addictive issue. HARM reduction includes ABSTINENCE for many. For others, certain substances may benefit them from their point of view. Our groups takes the fundamentally r …

A community support forum of like-minded people with a desire to conquer unwanted behaviors.

to give support for son and daughters  of narcissistic mothers. This group will help you  get thru  each step of recovery and to make you feel like you are not alone. we are going to support each other in our journey.

Heal From The Affair Twice Monthly Support Group for Women in Los Angeles: These small group drop-in sessions are designed to help you heal your core issues, move beyond the pain of an affair, and create the life you really want. Each night looks different and it designed to meet each participant’s particular needs. In addition to short, engaging lectures, you will take part in experiential exercises, writing exercises, personal sharing and personal coaching. All at your pace. You can heal from …

There is nothing simple about going through a major breakup, separation or divorce. It's a new season where life changes in a direction that is unexpected. The best way to get through it is to go through it with other women that can relate, and by receiving support from others that know what to expect. Our mission is to be a source of strength and confidence; to inspire, encourage and motivate women to live with empowerment and happiness, and to make a difference in your lives. Our goal is to g …

Welcome! So many of us have experienced and struggled with emotional eating, body issues, and food and weight obsession, yet go through the experience alone, with shame and regret. The purpose of this group is to bring us together so that we may feel supported and truly heal. Borrowing from the foundations of Geneen Roth's writings (specifically Women Food and God), mindful eating, and the practices of group recovery, we will meet up and share our experiences, gaining strength and support throug …

Insight Psychotherapy Group warmly invites you to join our Saturday Eating Disorder Recovery Group We warmly invite you to begin, or further, your journey in recovery, connect with others and strengthen your sense of self. For many, this may be a meaningful addition to individual therapy. In a group environment, participants will experience a sense of community support, and participate in the following: - Discover how thoughts, feelings and behaviors are connected to one another and impact recov …

Novus Mindful Life Institute hosts free monthly workshops around topics concerning behavioral and process addiction recovery. (Food addiction, sex addiction, shopping addiction, etc.) We hope to bring topics of interest to all people in recovery and promote hope and healing. If you or some one you love has been impacted by addiction join our group and move your recovery to the next level.

The Grid’s chief mission is to provide services that help individuals live full and fun lives without the use of drugs and alcohol. The Grid is an event planning company focusing on providing upscale entertainment and learning opportunities for individuals interested in living a healthy lifestyle. Each entertainment event will feature exciting live performances, art displays, and other entertainment options. Each event will provide a substance free environment.

Welcome! Long Beach Fit Club is for people who share the common goal of health and fitness. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to participate. We want you to do your best. This fit club is for all levels, beginner, intermediate and advanced!! We expect you to try your best!! For optimal performance make sure you maintain a healthy diet. Members who attend are people who are motivating and encouraging to all that join. OUR WORKOUTS will incorporate upper and lower body exercises. We keep the hear …

I started this group because I could not find a face-to-face community of people to associate, support one another and grow with who are actively overcoming and healing issues of panic and anxiety. After talking with so many people who are stressed out with no real commuity to meet their specific spiritual, mental, emotional and energetic needs, I decided to create a community to answer the need. After therapy, medication and therapy group programs, besides the 12 Step Programs, I could not eas …

STARTING TOMORROW, JULY 11TH! New free support group for young adults 18-49ish who are post-cancer treatment, 2nd Monday of every month. 1150 Yale Street, Suite #2, Santa Monica, CA 90403 8:00 - 9:30 PM

This group is for people living with, or have lived with, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and their loved ones. PTSD can be difficult to deal with, and you don't have to go through it alone.

I started this group because I believe that you, very young parents-to-be need to connect with one another. Becoming a premature parent isn't easy, it has its own set of challenges and issues. If you are under 20 years old and expecting your first child, please come hang out twice a month with other young mamas and papas-to-be and chat, learn some meditation tips while asking questions, socializing, making new friends. I'm here to facilitate and answer your questions but this is mainly an oppor …

Come play some ultimate dodgeball with healthy, like-minded people and have fun while getting FIT! The workout is FREE! Post recovery nutrition after the work out! Bring friends and family!

Anyone who has left 12 step groups or wanting to socialize with more forward thinking people around recovery from Addiction or Alcohol abuse. Anyone who was hurt or damaged in Alcoholics ANonymous or Narcotics Anonymous or DA, BDA, OA. I also want to be supportive of anyone who is using Moderation or Harm Reduction to feel welcome. This is not an abstinence based idea. ALthough it's not a drinking group LOL

We are a group of men healing lifes hardships, abuses, limitations and addictions thru real life experience.We use the wisdom carried in each man and life lessons as support and guidance. This group is about learning to be supportive and present in mens lives,womens lives,spouses and family

This meetup is a community based support and educational structure designed for people to share experiences, learn about GAPS, learn new recipes, and have questions answered by GAPS Practitioners. All GAPS clients and anybody who is interested in learning about GAPS may attend. GAPS is an acronym that was trademarked for Gut and Psychology Syndrome by Dr. Natasha Campbell McBride in 1988. Dr. Natasha Campbell-McBride holds a Degree in Medicine and Postgraduate Degrees in both Neurology and Human …

Our goal is to transform the pain of grief into hope.  Whether your mother or father's death was the result of a long-term illness or a sudden accident, the pain grieving children of all ages must endure is beyond measure and oftentimes, beyond the comprehension of anyone other than those who are also attempting to cope with a similar loss. Through sharing stories, listening to others, offering support, and shedding tears, healing comes.

Most people will tell you that separation and divorce are the most painful and stressful experiences they've ever faced. It's a confusing time when you feel isolated and have lots of questions about issues you've never faced before. We provide a safe, confidential, and proferssional space to process and work through the feelings and distress associated with separation and divorce. The camaraderie and acceptance you'll find in the group environment also is very healing. Many women are filled with …

Do you struggle to develop a healthy and appropriate relationship with food and your body? This group provides a safe, confidential, and proferssional space to process and work through the feelings, behaviors, and distress associated with compulsive over eating. The camaraderie and acceptance you'll find in the group environment also is very healing. Many people who struggle with compulsive eating and excess weight are filled with self-loathing, and feel completely alone in their struggle. It's …

Have you always wanted to be a mother and it just didn't happen? Maybe you tried to become a mother many different ways and you struggle with some feelings of grief and loneliness. You are not alone! We are a group of women understand and have joined together to help one another through a group recovery setting.

Our meetings follow the ASCA (Adult Survivors of Child Abuse) format (www.ascasupport.org). To quote the Survivor to Thriver manual: 'The purpose of ASCA meetings is to allow survivors to share their abuse and recovery experiences, to receive support and affirmation for their recovery efforts; to try out new, more adaptive behaviors and, in so doing, to better understand themselves and their recovery process.' This is a peer support group not a therapy group and is for abuse survivors only. For …

Ready to Get Fit?! A group of health & wellness coaches and I are putting on FREE beach workouts/ boot camp for our clients, friends, and community to support healthy, active lifestyles! The more the merrier! Our group on the beach is steadily growing!! We meet up every Wed & Fri morning in Hermosa beach for a TOTAL BODY workout- cardio, endurance, resistance training, core & more!! No fees/ No contracts. Come & workout with us!! Super fun, awesome way to add variety to your exercise regimen! * …

South Bay Fit Club is an ALL Levels Boot Camp on the Beach that is designed to support the health and well being of the community. South Bay Fit Club is designed to create a fun and encouraging environment that supports the beginner while also pushing the advanced athlete. The workouts are short, high-intensity movements structured by rotating stations to get an overall body workout that you can take at your pace. Whether you are an elite athlete looking to add some cross training into your rout …

You're not alone! Come join neighbors who understand what you're going through for some coffee, tea, dessert and hanging out. We can talk about the challenges we're facing or just get our minds off it. In treatment, out, just starting or long-time fighter -- all are welcome.

Suffering from the residual aftershocks of chemotherapy? LA Chemo and Radiation Detox Meditation Collective offers you an innovative approach to vibrant health • Leverage the mind to help regenerate your body • Replace toxic emotions with feelings of well-being • Increase your energy level and play full out Created and led by Dr. Chuck Crook, psychotherapist and one of only twenty-five individuals worldwide trained in BodySense Meditation®. TWO FREE WORKSHOPS offered in January: Wed. 1/16/2013 a …