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Adult Women Identified Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse An ongoing weekly sexual abuse treatment group in East Portland. Two separate meeting times are available: Tuesday mornings from 10:00am to Noon or Thursday evenings from 6:30 to 8:00pm. Sliding Scale: $25 minimum per group. LGBTQ affirming. Please contact Kit Murray, LCSW at 503.442.3359 for more information. Listing date: August 2011

Childhood Survivors of Trauma Stage One & Two Support Groups Topic: For childhood survivors of trauma who have had formal therapy around their trauma or completed the stage one group. This is a process group. Free of charge. Day/Time: Day to be determined 630-8pm Contact: 503-235-5333 Listing date: August 2011

Women and Anger This women's group is not only about anger management. It's about expressing your anger in a healthy way, stating your needs without blaming yourself or the other person, then proceeding to take care of your needs. Learn how to step back and look at the situation so that you can move beyond what doesnt work towards what does! The group will meet for six 90-minute Sunday sessions from noon to 1:30 in Beaverton. The fee is $25 per session. The group will be closed once it starts, new members will not join without the consent of current group members. An initial free consultation is necessary to decide if you are appropriate for the group and if you feel that it would be helpful for you. Learn more at kate-gallagher-therapist.com and call me at 503-403-9621 to set up the initial meeting. Listing date: September 2011

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AD/HD and Anger Management Specific groups for kids aged 8-10, 10-12, 12-14, and 14-16. Girls and Boys groups separately. Groups take place at the Tigard and Beaverton offices of Western Psychological with Justin Shull. Insurance covers the group costs, but without insurance it costs $50 per session. Groups are run 2-3 times a year for 6-8 sessions, typically at 4pm on weekdays. For more information or to set up an intake, call 503-624-2600. Listing date: September 2011

ADHD Skills Group for Adults Pacific Psychology Clinic runs a weekly group for adults with a diagnosis of ADHD (from a mental health professional). This is a closed group that lasts about 12 weeks. Groups start every three months. Sessions are low-cost (5.00 per session) and run from 5:45-7:45 pm to accommodate working schedules. One group is located in downtown Portland and another group is held in Hillsboro. Call the downtown clinic (503-352-2400) or the Hillsboro clinic (602-352-7333) for more information. Listing date: September 2011

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JOB SEARCH SUPPORT GROUP Wed. 4 - 5 p.m., Multnomah Village office, offered by Anne Bryant, MA, LPC, www.annebryantcounseling.com Are you getting discouraged with the results of your job search? This small group addresses specific job search issues (search techniques, resume formats, informational interviewing to uncover hidden jobs, and preparing for interviews). It's also addresses developing coping skills for enduring the long haul until the right job is landed. Learn new ways to keep your spirits up, guard against cynicism, handle rejection and cope with anger and stress. Fee: $10/hr. or $35 for 4 sessions. Contact Anne at (503) 442-6392 to schedule a free half hr. orientation. Listing date: January 2012

DBT Group A weekly skills-based group aimed at reducing the following: impulsivity and confusion about self, emotional rollercoasters, black-or-white-thinking, ineffective or harmful ways of coping, interpersonal chaos; while increasing ability to center and soothe self, respond to life effectively, understand and move through emotions rather than trying to escape them or make them worse, and increase interpersonal skills. Group meets Wednesday's 12:00 - 1:00 p.m. at Western Psychological & Counseling Services's Gresham Office. Members of this group must be in established individual counseling while attending the group. Cost varies based upon insurance coverage - cash pay is $35 per session. Enrollment for the group cycles every 9 weeks. For more information or to register, call 503-666-8832. Listing date: January 2012

DBT Skills Group for Women Participants will learn practical skills for using mindfulness to stay balanced, non-judgemental and navigate life in an effective way, learning to cope with stress, drama and crises in skillful ways, learn how to manage and cope with strong emotions and moods and decrease interpersonal difficulties while increasing relationship effectiveness. This group is offered in 4 sections which will rotate through the core DBT modules-- Mindfulness Basics (4 weeks), Distress Tolerance (8 weeks), Emotional Regulation (8 weeks), and Interpersonal Effectiveness (8 weeks). Participants may join at the beginning of any unit. Group meets Thursdays at Wise Counsel on SW 10th ave. The 1 ½ hr. groups are an engaging mix of learning skills through discussion and practice, role-plays and skits, self-reflective meditation, small group activities and art therapy. Cost is $25-40 per 1 ½ hr. group. For more info or to schedule an intake, please contact Jessica: (503) 737-4276, Jessica@portlandintegrativecounseling.com. Listing date: January 2012

Winter Blues Group A group designed to offer solutions for people who experience mood changes, low motivation, or sadness as they face winter. An opportunity to find practical strategies for managing seasonal mood changes and to connect with others who experience similar issues. Group meets Tuesday evenings from 5:30-7:30pm at the office of Ascencia LLC in downtown Portland. Cost: $35.00 per person, per group session. For more information or to enroll, please call Debbie Woo, MA, Mental Health Therapist at (503) 430-9354. Listing date: October 2011

FINDING MYSELF - a group for women who are considering a lifestyle of change for weight loss Topics Covered: -Develop thinking and behavioral skills that will aid in the process of weight loss. -Learn techniques of mindfulness and increased awareness of daily experience that may cause overeating. -Increase the ability to regulate emotions and tolerate distress, -Become more effective in interpersonal relationships Cost: Typical Co-pay. Therapist is on most major insurance panels. Cash pay $50 each group. Time: 7:15-8:45pm Tuesday nights Location: Western Psychological and Counseling services, Central Beaverton. Tel: 503-626-9494. Facilitator: Tonia M. Cottrell, LCSW. Listing date: July 2011

EATING DISORDER SUPPORT GROUP This is a FREE support group that meets 2x per month on the first and 3rd Thursday evenings at 6pm. It is facilitated by Heather DeVore, LPC and is through Alliance Counseling Center Eating Disorder Program. For more information call Heather directly at 503.221.4531 x 2. Listing date: July 2011

EATING DISORDER TREATMENT GROUP The fee for this group is $50.00 per 90 minute weekly session. Alliance Counseling Center is an Eating Disorder Treatment Program though it is not necessary to be part of the full program to join these groups. This group and others we facilitate are weekly groups. Call Heather DeVore, LPC at 503.221.4531 x 2 for intake information. Listing date: July 2011

Food is Not the Enemy: The Essentials A teleclass for men and women who want to learn how to create a healthy relationship with food and begin the healing process. Join a teleclass that will teach you behavioral changes that will help you to improve your relationship with food and to feel better in your body. This teleclass will focus on the essentials of changing your behaviors around food. Each session will support you in addressing an aspect of your food and body image issues by teaching you to be a normal eater. Learn to understand and heal your relationship with food, starting with the essentials - your behavior. Dates and times to be announced. Please contact me if you are interested! Call (503) 766-3399 or email anne@cuthbert.org for more information or to sign up. Listing date: July 2011

Food is not the Enemy: Healing the Obsession This group is appropriate for any woman interested in healing her relationship to food and her body, and often has participants with a history of bulimia, compulsive overeating, and any feeling of dysfunction in her relationship with food and her body. This on-going process group meets Monday nights at 6:30pm in SE Portland. Contact Anne Cuthbert at (503) 766-3399 or anne@cuthbert.org. More info at www.foodisnottheenemy.com. Listing date: July 2011

Bereavement Support Group The death of a loved one can be a devastating emotional experience, shattering life as we know it and leaving us feeling isolated and alone as we struggle to redefine ourselves and rebuild our lives. The purpose of this 10-week group is to provide emotional support in a safe and accepting atmosphere, and to provide information about the grieving process. We meet at the Wister Park Professional Building in Milwaukie on Mondays, with two times to choose from: 3:00 4:30 pm, or 6:00 - 7:30 pm. Cost is $10 per session. For more information or to register, please contact the group facilitator, Elaine Thompson, at (503) 730-5858 or emthompson65@comcast.net , or visit www.elainethompsoncounseling.com. An individual intake interview is required at no cost. Listing date: September 2011

Womens Process Group This is a weekly group for women to come together to support each other through a variety of issues that impact our lives. Relationships issues, changing identities, loneliness and depression are just some of the concerns that women in this group may face. Women find power and hope through therapy and connection with other group members as they learn to experience life and relationships in a new way. Groups are held Wednesday night from 5:50-7:30 pm. Cost is 50 dollars per two hour session, sliding scale available. Intake session required to determine appropriateness of fit with the group. Contact Darci Walker PsyD at 503-703-2126 or email darciwalkerpsyd@gmail.com for more information. Listing date: January 2012

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LGBTQ Adoptive Parent Support Group A monthly support group for both pre/post adoptive parents. Cost: FREE! For more information call Astrid at 971.533.0102 or email astrid@adoptionmosaic.org. Listing date: November 2011

Calming the Storm: Mindfulness for Stress Reduction A weekly group to learn about mindfulness practice, have group discussions about our experience, share about mindfulness meditation and learn how to take mindfulness practice into the stress of daily living. Group meets Thursdays 7pm to 8:15pm. This group is free of charge, although donations to William Temple House are welcome. For more information and to register please call Scott at (503)226.3021 ext. 284 or Maneena at (503)226.3021 ext. 265. Listing date: December 2011

From Trance to Intention: A Mens Process Group Addressing Addictive and/or distracting thoughts and behaviors. Do you identify with any of the following? Losing hours to Social Networking Escaping to Internet Pornography Working extra hours and missing loved ones Eating to self-soothe, or at strange times Bouncing from one relationship to another A Weekly process group to foster a safe container to help men live in more congruence with their goals and aspirations for work, love and family. Wednesday nights from 7pm to 9pm. 2304 E Burnside, Suite 202, Portland, OR 97214. http://mindfulcounsel.net/group.html. Co-Facilitated by: Stephen Keeley, LPC -- www.keeleycounseling.com, keeleycounseling@gmail.com, 503-332-8997. And Christopher Boothby, MS, LPCI -- www.mindfulcounsel.net, info@mindfulcounsel.net, 503-201-8126. Fee: $180 per month, three month commitment required. For more information, or to sign up for this group, contact one of the facilitators above. Listing date: January 2012

"Pushing our Edges" Support group for Men This group will address the growth edge in your life. It may be a challenge at work, in relationships, with creative projects or simply an inner tension that you want to become more conscious of. Come together with other men to build a safe container to do this work. These groups are a creative, energetic and focused exploration of where we want to be heading in our lives. We will use ritual process and meditation as ways to support ourselves in - getting present - going deeper - practicing giving and receiving support from other men. Awakenings Wellness Center, 1016 SE 12th Ave., Portland. First and third Thursdays, 7-9 pm. Fee: $100/mo. (some sliding scale available). Six month commitment and initial interview required.  Call 503.422.7235 or e-mail tom@tomfullercounseling.com for questions or to sign up. Listing date: September 2011

New Fathers' Group This free meetup group is for fathers of children under the age of 5. Meets first Sunday of each month from 12:30 to 2pm at Cafe Au Play in SE Portland. Facilitated by Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (and dad) Sam Stevens. For more information and a thorough description of the group, visit http://www.meetup.com/Portland-New-Fathers-meetup/ or call Sam at (503) 957-8797. Listing date: September 2011

Men's Process/Support Group Ongoing support group and interpersonal process group for straight and gay men, exploring issues of masculinity and healthy relationship dynamics within context of mutual support group.   Every Monday at 6pm - 7:30pm. Cost: $40 - $50 per session. Guy Burstein, LCSW  503-701-1050 guyburstein@msn.com Listing date: July 2011

Adolescent Support Group CANTER Club - Combining Adolescent Navigated Training and Equine Rescue - an organization which allows youth (ages 11 and up) chances to bond with horses while learning horsemanship and horse training skills. Horses come to the program from a variety of different circumstances with the need for rehabilitation and re-schooling. Experienced trainers assist the youth as they bond and build trust with horses. Horse and youth are enrolled in an 8 week program, having weekly training sessions. Each session is $35 or $280 for the entire 8 weeks. The Group meets Wednesdays at 4:30-5:30. Contact Amy Nelson at (503) 473-1222 or email ridingwithamy@gmail.com for more information. Listing date: December 2011

Military Families Support and Life Skills Group Who: Any family members of an active duty or retired military personnel When: Tuesdays 5:30 7:00pm Where: Pacific Psychology Clinic, Hillsboro Military families have unique challenges. Pacific University is offering family members opportunities to learn new ways to support the military service member or veteran in their lives and to learn skills to help conquer stressors like recent unemployment, marriage and family concerns, and past and current deployment issues. Free child care will be available. Cost is $10 per family Please call us at 503-352-7333 or email Amanda McCabe at lenn6004@pacificu.edu for further information. Listing date: November 2011

Coping Skills Groups Specific groups for kids aged 7-9, 8-11, and 11-14. Girls and Boys groups separately. Groups take place at the Tigard and Beaverton offices of Western Psychological with Justin Shull. Insurance covers the group costs, but without insurance it costs $50 per session. Groups are run 2-3 times a year for 6-8 sessions, typically at 4pm on weekdays. For more information or to set up an intake, call 503-624-2600. Listing date: September 2011

Touched by Adoption: A support group for adult adoptees This group is for men and women: • Who were adopted • Who may not have started the "search" • Are considering a search • Those who have been through their search for parents and birth families • Those who want to share their stories, success, frustrations and pain. The group will provide participants with a variety of resources, based on both research and experience. Time: Tues @ 6:30-8pm. Location: 1020 SW Taylor #820, Portland, OR. Cost: Free initial interview, $40 per session. For more information call Laney Kibel, LCSW at 503.781.3900 or visit her website at http://www.laneykibel.com. Listing date: September 2011

Adolescent Peer Group A weekly therapy group for teens 15-18. This is a group for youth who are interested in giving and receiving support from their peers, managing stress, depression, anxiety and/or trauma. This is a closed group but reopens every 10 weeks. Cost: $350 for 10 weeks on Saturdays 11:30am-1:00pm in NW Portland. Call group facilitator Yshai Boussi at (503)289-1584 or email: yshai@portlandfamilycounseling.com Listing date: September 2011

Find Your Voice Gain confidence in writing, both in exploring yourself and as a critical thinker. Maybe you want to go back to school, advocate for your child in the school system or for an elderly parent in the health system. Perhaps you want to write about your life in a memoir, journal or blog. Possibly you've thought of journaling to "compose" yourself. This workshop is all about taking a new look at writing as a tool in your life! Cost: $10 When: Meets periodically on a Saturday Place: The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center 8383 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland For more information or to register call 503-253-0964 or email info@nwcounseling.org Listing date: August 2011

Show Your Money Who's Boss! Taking Financial Control for Women Don't be intimidated by debt or money management. $ Take charge of debt no matter how much you make. $ Become inspired to set personal financial goals. $ Design a budget you can stick with. $ Implement practical tools to manage your money. When: Meets periodically on a Saturday Cost: $10 (includes lunch) Place: The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center 8383 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland. For more information or to register, call 503-253-0964 or email info@nwcounseling.org. Listing date: August 2011

SUPPORT GROUP FOR FEMALE SPOUSES OF VETERANS TUESDAYS, 4-5:30 WILLIAM TEMPLE HOUSE 2023 NW HOYT STREET PORTLAND THERE IS NO CHARGE PLEASE CALL: COLLEEN LEWIS, LPC, NBC, 503 226 3021 X219 LEAVE MESSAGE Listing date: July 2011

New Fathers' Group This free meetup group is for fathers of children under the age of 5. Meets first Sunday of each month from 12:30 to 2pm at Cafe Au Play in SE Portland. Facilitated by Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (and dad) Sam Stevens. For more information and a thorough description of the group, visit http://www.meetup.com/Portland-New-Fathers-meetup/ or call Sam at (503) 957-8797. Listing date: September 2011

Core Connections Recharge in a supportive environment with other parents facing similar exhaustion and deep love for their children. Take a break from the bedtime routine and join us for some light-hearted reflection on our experience of parenting. $7 per session or 5-pack for $30. First Mondays of the month from 7-8:30pm Sellwood Community Center, 1436 SE Spokane St. Portland OR. For more information contact Julie at julie@coreparentingpdx.com or 503-753-7959 or www.coreparentingpdx.com. Listing date: September 2011

Adoption Travel Group 8-week group for international adoptive families considering a return trip to their child's birth country. Group meets Tuesdays, 3:45-5:15pm at SE Uplift Community Center. Cost: $390 for the series--includes 8 youth activity group sessions and 8 parent discussion groups. Parent and child groups held simultaneously in same building. Several families with children from China participating. Parent orientation required prior to start. For registration, call Adoption Mosaic 971-533-0102. Listing date: August 2011

Marriage Preparation Seminar Prepare for the most important relationship in your life. This weekend seminar is team facilitated by a man and woman counselor and emphasizes skill-building in the areas of communication and conflict management. Meets periodically on a Friday evening and Saturday throughout the year. Cost: $125 per couple Place: The Northwest Catholic Counseling Center 8383 NE Sandy Blvd., Portland. For more information or to register, call 503-253-0964 or email info@nwcounseling.org. Listing date: August 2011

Womens Divorce Support Group Whether you may be thinking about divorce, the initiator of a divorce, or do not want a divorce, you will learn from others experiences how they are coping and healing. Topics and suggested readings will help you understand where you are in your relationship and how to avoid certain patterns in the future. You will learn to navigate successfully the process of divorce by greatly reducing the tension and conflict during negotiations. Topics Include: * Grief Process * Decision Making * Self-Care * Goal Setting * Support Systems * Resources Cost: $25 Intake; $20/Session. Location: 15100 SW Boones Ferry Rd.; Suite # 750; Lake Oswego, OR 97035. Days/Times: Monday's & Thursday's 7:00-9:00 PM. For more info or to register, call facilitator Joan Hardy, MA, LPC at (503) 317-5952. www.transitionalinsights.com Listing date: July 2011

Surviving and Thriving Through The Challenges of Divorce Some of the most painful aspects of a divorce can be the self-rejection, fear of change, and increased time spent alone. It is very tempting to isolate oneself with self-defeating, critical inner thoughts. The problem is the more one is alone during such a transition, the more such thoughts can create a self-fulfilling prophecy. The company of others going through a similar life chapter can be immensely healing and life affirming. CHOOSE BETWEEN TWO TUESDAY TIMES / 11am-1pm OR 6:30pm-8:30pm Cost: $60 per 90 minute session / One Month Deposit Requested. Groups Limited To Six People / Reserve your space now. An initial, 60 minute individual intake meeting is required. Alexandra Saperstein, LPC, MFT, MA (Oregon C2210) (503) 450-9902 / www.alexandrasaperstein.com Listing date: July 2011

You Don't Have to be a Sexy Tiger: Discover YOUR Sexual Self This is a 10-week group for women who are tired of trying to fit someone elses idea of sexy and ready to learn who YOU are sexually. In addition to talking and sharing in a group setting, there will be exercises and assignments each week to help you find your unique sexual self. This group meets Saturdays from 3pm-5pm , in NE Portland. The cost is $30 per week. Please contact Julie Jeske, MS for more information at julie@portlandsextherapy.com or 503-756-3478. www.juliejeske.com. Listing date: January 2012

Sexual Addiction Recovery Therapeutic Group The LifeSTAR program provides those who struggle with addictive behaviors a combination of group therapy, education, tools, and resources to help them overcome unwanted sexually compulsive behaviors. Spouses and partners receive group support and guidance that helps them become educated, connect with other partners, and feel more balanced as they progress through recovery with their husbands. Cost: $22 per hour, Six (6) week workshop; Friday nights from 6-9 pm in Tanasbourne area. Scholarships available based on need. Limited to 14 participants. For more info or to register, contact Brent at 503-747-8171. Email: brent@lifestaroregon.com Web: www.lifestaroregon.com. Listing date: July 2011

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Trauma Survivors Group for GLBTQ Youth (ages 13-18) Trillium Family Services and SMYRC (the Sexual Minority Youth Resource Center) are currently recruiting youth for our Chrysalis group: a FREE weekly therapy group at SMYRC, open to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer youth who have a history of emotional, physical and/or sexual trauma, including parental substance use and/or neglect. All youth 13-18 years old who identify as GLBTQ and are surivors of trauma are eligible. Interested youth may contact Beth Novi at 503-310-6795. Group will be held every Thursday from 4:30-6pm. Bus tickets will be provided for each group session, as well as screening interviews. Listing date: September 2011

Seeking Safety: A Coping Skills Group A weekly group for women who are recovering from trauma and substance abuse. Group meets Wednesdays 4:30pm-6:00pm. Cost is $25 per 90-minute session. For more information or to register, contact Leanne Reed, M.A. at 503-880-7180 or leanne@lreedcounseling.com. See website at www.lreedcounseling.com. Listing date: September 2011

SASSE - Sexual Assault Empowerment Group Topic: Support group for adult survivors of sexual assault. Free of charge. Location: SE Portland Day/Time: Day to be determined 630-8pm Contact the Crisis Line: 503-235-5333 Listing date: July 2011

Womens Groups for Survivors of Emotional, Physical and Sexual Abuse & Incest These women only support groups are designed to give you a safe and confidential environment to heal from your abuse and will allow you to build a community of other survivors that have been through similar experiences. Groups meet through out the week, and require an initial commitment of six weeks. Each session costs $25.00, and a sliding scale fee may be arranged for those that qualify. The group is facilitated by, Deborah High, M.A., MFT Registered Intern #R2104, whom specializes in working with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples dealing with abuse, incest and domestic violence. To set up an initial free consultation or for questions please call 503-438-8780 or email: deborahhigh@gmail.com. Note: If you are a male survivor of abuse and are interested in group support, please contact Deborah and let her know of your interest. If there are enough interested participants for a group, one will be formed in the near future! Listing date: January 2012

Women in Transition: Achieving Personal, Academic and Career Goals A support group for women in transition, focusing on achieving practical life, school and career goals Monday evenings 6-7:30 p.m. $10 per session, $40 deposit required. For more info, call Cynthia Dettman, Life and Career Coach, 503 754 0972 Also check website at http://www.cynthiadettman.com/ Listing date: December 2011

Women Connect (Relationship Education and Support in 8 week cycles) Thriving relationships need very specific kinds of habits that are not always obvious, but are totally doable once you learn about them. Join other women to learn about: * which kinds of responses to everyday chit chat lead to divorce * what are the 4 poisons and their antidotes * specific tools for taking on difficult conversations * finding more meaning in your relationships * what your first date communication predicts for your relationship outcome * affair proofing * how experts create a healing path after infidelity Based on relationship research by the Gottman Institute. All ages & diversity of women (lesbian, trans, straight, or bi) are invited to meet with "Relationship Gardener" Shannon Batts, MS, Licensed Professional Counselor, on SATURDAYS in NE Portland (Alberta Arts area). Inquire directly to Shannon to get information or sign up (503-348-0405, couplescoach@gmail.com) www.relationshipgardening.com Cost: By donation. Childcare onsite! Listing date: November 2011

Strengthening Self Confidence and Self Nurturance A small, weekly group for women who seek to have deeper connection to themselves and others. Group is led by a Licensed Professional Counselor and meets Thursday mornings from 10:30-noon. If you can't make this time and are interested in this group, please contact me as I am considering an additional group on weekday evenings. Cost: $55.00 per session. For more information, please contact Alexandra Saperstein at (503) 450-9902 and/or visit website at http://www.alexandrasaperstein.com. Listing date: July 2011

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