A Social Community for people ages 25-50 (or early 50s) whose parents (BOTH) have passed away. PLEASE READ THIS FULLY BEFORE JOINING! SOME PEOPLE HAVE WANTED TO JOIN WHO ARE ESTRANGED FROM THEIR PARENTS OR WHOSE PARENTS ARE ILL. I CAN HELP YOU FIND OTHER GROUPS FOR THOSE ISSUES BUT THIS ONE IS JUST FOR PEOPLE WHOSE PARENTS ARE NO LONGER LIVING. BOTH PARENTS, not just one parent. This group is restricted to people whose parents have passed away (both of them). Some people have wanted to join whos …

This is an ongoing weekly therapy/support group for people living with physical illness starting in the spring of 2010 run by Dr. David B. Younger, licensed psychologist and group therapist, specializing in working with people with physical illnesses and their loved ones.

The purpose of this group is to meet other people suffering from bipolar disorder. To discuss symptoms (and how they effect our jobs, activities and relationships), moods, medications, natural solutions, and treatments in a group that attempts to be as neutral and positive as possible. And maybe even make some new bipolar friends. I started this group because I was dissatisfied with other groups I had joined in the past. Certain discussions at such group(s) seemed to veer off into inappropriate …

This group is intended for women who are having difficulty conceiving to come together to support each other and offer resources.

I wanted to start this group to reach out to more people in need of a whole food cleanse, whole food supplement regime, healthy balanced diet right for their blood type and constitution and those who want to use herbal remedies to address their health challenges instead of medication. The purpose of this group is to provide you with the correct health information, offer you professional support and encouragement to make the necessary changes. I will supply you with professional high-grade Physi …

This meetup is for those people interested in sponsoring and joining a vegan based health, fitness, wellness, and social community center. The planned center will feature: - A full gym with cardio machines, weight machines, and free weights. - Group Pilates, yoga, aerobics, weight training, martial arts, meditation, and other classes. - Dancing classes to include ballroom, jazz, and tap. - Educational classes and speakers on nutrition, cooking, fitness, health, and plant-based lifestyles. …

Maria Alexandra Bella is a registered dietitian and the founder of Top Balance nutrition located in New York City. Maria started her career in nutrition with a weight loss of over 70 lbs that she has been able to maintain since 2006. Her own experience that that of many of her patients allowed Maria to understand the importance of accountability, ongoing support as well as the most reliable and up-to-date information in order to achieve lasting weight loss. Our weekly weight loss support group …

Welcome to LivingPowerfully Community! There has been a lot happening recently outside of the group as all organizers have been traveling for more intense trainings in practicums, workshops, and out of country seminars and it's time to bring it together, offer as much support and empowerment as we can with each other, and share in the enjoyment of life, creating the best we're able, together! There are a variety of choices we have to start some weekly / bi-weekly / or monthly meetups and I want …

This is a nonprofessional support group for anxiety disorders. Our main purpose is to share our experiences of living and struggling with our anxiety disorders and to provide emotional support. Our group is not a substitute for professional group therapy. Our currently biweekly meetings takes place at the Citigroup Building's Lower Level Atrium. This is located at East Midtown, Manhattan and our meetings last about 2 hours. You must agree to follow our Attendance Policy and the Guidelines of Con …

A free confidential support group dedicated to people who have dealt with a family member, significant other, spouse, loved one, or co-worker with narcissistic personality disorder (NPD). Interacting with these individuals and recovering from the damage to your self-esteem is often difficult. Our goal is to form a community of support for anyone seeking guidance. We will also arrange for a psychiatrist or professional therapist to moderate some of our meetups. Wondering whether you know someone …

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or neg …

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or neg …

Connect with other moms in this short-term CONFIDENTIAL group where you can discuss issues relevant to new mothers; such as sleep, birth of a sibling, discipline, tantrums, etc. The group will take place weekly. This is NOT a lecture series, it is a therapy group, but one where you can sign up on a weekly basis without making a long term commitment. As women, we take care of our families and our jobs, but often neglect ourselves. This group will give you an outlet to be heard and to learn from o …

Workshops on various topics in health & wellness, including reducing sugar consumption, eating gluten free, nutrition basics, weight loss, improving digestion, food politics. Will usually meet every other Sunday at a studio in midtown Manhattan. I am a a certified health coach and graduate of the Institute for Integrative Nutrition.

whether you're just coming out, part of a couple or an older gay man, a professional or artist, we all face challenges as gay men living in nyc. this meetup is an opportunity to help support and learn from each other and foster new friendships.

Most of us agree that most people, in this day and age, are under a toxic load.  We are constantly exposed to environmental toxins not only in industrial chemical exposures, but in our every day life including our food, laundry detergent, hair care products, etc but in the air we breath, the water we drink and the beds we lay in. The cost of these toxins is not completely understood nor should it be underestimated!  Toxins have the capacity to rewire us - to change our thoughts, behaviors and de …

Thyroid disease, whether it's Grave's, Hashish's, Hyper, Hypo, or Cancer, is life altering diagnosis. Survivors are often under treated by their physicians or still struggling to find their way through a maze of information. It can be a emotional and lonely experience that is misunderstood by others. This group is for anyone looking to connect with others about their experiences, to learn from each other about what has worked (or not), and find overall support. Perhaps you or someone you know ha …

This group is to help people on their journey to leading a life full of abundance, vitality and wellness. Also I believe it is important to help each other nurture that space inside each one of us by hearing others share what their struggles on their journey are and encourage and support each other. Meet up may include meditations, yoga, qi gong, and other physical expressions, but are not limited to those. There could be trips to various temples, times where we just sit and talk and enjoy each …

Peer support group for people with siblings diagnosed with psychiatric disorders.

A support group for women who experience severe pain during menstruation due to a menstrual disorder e.g. dysmenorrhea, endometriosis. Do you dread your period? Do you experience nausea, vomiting, and serious pain during your period? Do pain killers fail to get the job done? Do you suffer in silence? Do you think menstrual pain does not get the attention it deserves? Then this is the group for you. The idea is to meet, share, and discuss personal experience with menstrual pain, potential causes, …

Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused psychotherapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or neg …

Calling all health and wellness enthusiasts ! I'd like to have a fun-filled and positive group of people to meet and discuss subjects related to how they keep themselves healthy, fit, happy, peaceful and beautiful. So come play with a positive attitude ! We will also discuss how to improve our habits, learn from each other and have a good time. The goal is to share and care !

Ready to make a positive change in your life? As a Health Coach, I am your personal advocate for living an energized and passionate life. I work with my clients to help them create happy, healthy lives in way that is flexible, fun and free of denial and discipline. By working together, we can discover the food and lifestyle choices that best support you. Making gradual, lifelong changes enables you to reach your current and future health goals. You have support from myself as well as other membe …

We all know that serious weight loss is about , "the journey - not the destination". But sometimes the journey can be lonely and overwhelming, so why not share it with a few others along the way? The Weight Loss Peer Support Connections group is a place where people making taking steps to change their life and habits can share information and experiences as we travel along our personal journeys. We will try new cuisines and share recipes that re-make old ones. Gain a deeper understanding of nutr …

We are an LGBT peer-led discussion and support group dealing with emotional health and wellness. We provide a safe, open and non-judgemental environment encouraging members to listen to each other, share experiences and learn ways to cope, heal and grow. We do this in an atmosphere of welcome, acceptance and empathy. We currently meet the 2nd Thursday of the month at the LGBT Community Center in New York City.

This group is for anyone who has been struggling with aches and pains, a lack of positive energy and vitality, or stress that is getting in the way of simply enjoying life to the fullest. Getting back to your natural state of wellness, joy and vitality doesn't have to be a seemingly impossible struggle anymore. This meetup is devoted to introducing a new way of thinking and relating to the world and life in general. No special education, skill or knowledge is required to make quick shifts within …

This film festival defeats stigma by bringing together mental health recipients and film buffs from around the NYC region. This year we will showcase films that introduce us to mental halth recipients who have excelled in their careers and lives. Known for our discussions with film makers as much as for the independent films we show. $7 dollars in advance; $10 at the door. Sunday May 5, 2013 - 11:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. St Francis College 182 Remsen Street Brooklyn, NY

This group is a support group for other women like me who struggle with Anxiety and Depression.