As someone who has suffered and recovered from PTSD I am dismayed by the lack of attention paid to the mental health of our returning Vets. Far too many of our Vets are committing suicide from the unseen wounds of battle. PTSD is a real and widespread condition that Can be addressed in a group setting. I am not a therapist or mental health professional but I am opening my home to Anyone who is suffering from PTSD. Hopefully we can get enough people together (5-10) on a weekly or bi-weekly basis. …

Mission Statement: We are a peer-based support group made of people with depression who meet weekly to support and encourage each other in our journey toward recovery. Who is welcome at our group? ·         Anyone who suffers from depression and wants to meet with people who know what it’s like. It is recommended that members also have a mental health professional to consult as we are a peer group and not qualified to make a diagnosis or suggest a course of treatment. ·         Professionals ac …

This group is for people who are committed to living with their bipolar disorder as best they can, and who want to be around like-minded or like-diagnosed individuals to share tips and triumphs, to commiserate over losses and just to enjoy community! Anyone is welcome, but we do ask that you are diagnosed somewhere on the bipolar spectrum. While with us, you can expect to find ample room to discuss your life and the ups and downs of having a bipolar diagnosis. We can promise you a confidential …

This is a support group for people with Alexithymia. Alexithymia is not to this day very well understood, some say it is a personality trait, some other believe it is a disorder that overlap with autism and aspergers. Some alexithymics are completely blind to emotions, some other feel them with a delay and finally some are only affected with certain categories of emotions. Let's meet and connect around this syndrome and find what works and does not work for us. There will not be any meetup until …

A group dedicated to helping those who identify as multiple connect. We accept all within the multiplicity spectrum, including trauma-based, supernatural, imagination-based or other forms of systems. Multiple-friendly "singlets" welcome.

Meet with local people who have been diagnosed with, or think they may have, or believe they have, bipolar disorder (aka manic depression) for discussion, information, and support. This group is also open to people who want to know more about the disorder (ie, those with family or friends who have it) so they can learn more about it and how to support them better. It's always great to see (for example) a boyfriend or wife at group. As the "headline" says, please attend this group twice before fo …

This group began in response to the surprising lack of such a support group in the Seattle area. Anyone directly experiencing generalized anxiety, panic, fear or excessive worry is welcome to join and attend Meetups. The purpose of this group is to provide a supportive, encouraging environment in which to share your experiences with anxiety and panic among other individuals who share similar symptoms. None of us should feel alone in our efforts to manage anxiety and make the best of life. Meeti …

This is a support group for people of all ages who self-injure or are in recovery and friends and family of those who self-injure. We are a confidential, all accepting, non-judgemental group. We meet once a month at various locations around Seattle (usually in library meeting rooms).  We discuss many topics relating to self-injury and depression.  I like to incorporate dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT) skills as well. Activities also vary from park meets to movie and game nights.

Get out of a rut. Live a rich, full, and meaningful life today. This group is a safe, healing environment to change unwanted behavior. Manage stress, uncomfortable patterns, build the life that you seek. Women experiencing loss of direction, depression, anxiety, loneliness, unfulfillment, relationship strife, will benefit from this group. Learn new transferrable skills, shift perspectives, receive support, and create change. Gain insight/awareness for building relationship and personal skills. G …

If you are reading this page, you probably already know what a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) is, and you probably are one. But just in case, "HSP" is a concept explained by Dr. Elaine Aron in her 1996 book "The Highly Sensitive Person." If you identify as a Myers-Briggs INFJ or INFP, an empath, an Indigo or an "intuitive" there's a very good chance you're also an HSP. If you'd like to learn more, we highly recommend that you visit her web site and take her sensitivity self-test. This extensive o …

A therapeutic support group designed for people who are separated, divorcing or divorced that meets on Wednesday evenings. Join with others who understand what you are going through, coming together to share sorrows, discover joys, and gain support as you navigate the path ahead. The intention of this group is to build community, heal pain, find clarity and purpose through personal growth in a supportive community. Rediscover yourself Redefine family Regain trust Meet: Wednesday Evenings 7:15 …

The National Guild of Hypnotists is an organization dedicated to the promotion of ethical stage hypnotists and hypnotherapists everywhere. This meetup is for the Washington State chapter of the guild. The Washington State Chapter provides regular meetings and educational opportunities for hypnotherapists, stage hypnotists and other interested parties. Learn more at www.ngwa.org.

I am a 30 something social worker who often finds that many of the people in my life don't really "get" what I do. I also work in a tiny little program, so don't have much chance to mingle with others in social service. My hope is that this group will be an opportunity to meet some like minded souls, support each other, and to have some fun too!

A therapeutic support group designed for people who are separating, divorcing or divorced. Join with others who understand what you are going through, coming together to share sorrows, discover joys, and gain support as you navigate the path ahead. The intention of this group is, building community, healing pain, finding clarity and purpose through personal growth in a supportive community. Rediscover yourself Redefine family Regain trust Building community and support Tuesday Evenings in Madi …

For those of us who are suffering from anxiety & panic, let’s get together and support one another. It isn’t easy interacting with people when you’re suffering from anxiety or panic, so this group will give us an opportunity to meet new people. Even if you’re dealing with extreme feelings of nervousness and/or fear, please still consider attending some events. Everyone will be dealing with something! We can struggle together. Activities will vary. One week we may just chill at a coffee shop and …

Want to feel better? Come and learn to separate from your symptoms in a relaxed and nurturing environment. Discover real healing with others who share your experiences with unwanted mood disruption. If you're ready to receive help while helping others, and get back to feeling good, please join us. You're not alone and you are welcome here. This is an open group; we look forward to meeting you.

This group is for anyone who is seeking to have a better understanding of things happening in their lives. Whether you are a Creative who needs a boost, a Professional seeking new ideas, seeking your Inner Wisdom, or someone seeking Community, Journaling for Life Enrichment will provide you with methods to help you along. Through a series of guided exercises this group will help you see where you are on your life's path and help you set direction for your next steps. Each session will feature sh …

Seattle Sahaja Meditation Center, located in Seattle’s Northgate area, provides a variety of free meditation classes, from beginner to advanced level, following the relaxing and renewing Sahaja Meditation method. Practitioners of Sahaja Meditation learn to reach a state of mental silence known as “thoughtless awareness”, which calms the mind to gradually empty it of distractions, excessive thoughts, negative feelings and destructive emotions. With Sahaja Meditation you can access the subtle inne …

Learn and practice a form of relaxation and meditation, (as well as preparing you for hypnosis) that provides essential keys to emotional, physical, mental, and spiritual health and well being. Meeting every Wednesday evening from 6:45 to 7:45 PM in a lovely and peaceful setting in Fremont, you will experience a deep and profound level of relaxation that is based on three elements: Language that activates the mind and compels you to organic action that controls and reduces stress and tension; Br …

Spring kick-off event: De-stress with meditation! We're opening our doors all day (10-5pm), so come relax with us anytime, and bring the whole family. We will have live instrumental music, guided meditation, and special instruction on Sahaja Meditation techniques throughout the day. Northgate Area, 12317 15th Ave NE, 98125. Saturday, May 4th 10 am- 5pm. Always free of charge. Have you ever wanted to meditate? We are a loosely organized multicultural group of people interested in meditating toget …

This is a group for people stuggling with weight issues (or not) in their 20's, 30's 40's 50's and want to walk/jog/run in a safe, non judgement, supportive environment. All level of beginners welcome. If you can walk, we will jog. If you can jog, we will run. We want to support and encourage each other to go the next step and push past the mental games that hold us back.

My Vision is to teach and share this amazing Supreme Science Qigong form with many wonderful people. Using intention, breath, and meditative Qigong movements, we can receive many health benefits and feel the amazing energy in our bodies. Practicing Qigong in a group is more powerful than practicing it alone, it's awesome ! Easy, gentle and suitable for any age. Come join us if you want to increase your energy, your mental focus, your circulation, your muscle tone, and your connection to your tru …

Come experience the powerful healing practice of Supreme Science Qigong! Practiced by 200 million people, Qigong is the Mother of Acupuncture & Tai Chi. Use advanced breathing techniques, meditation, & movement to harness the Qi. The Qi-Energy is so tangible in this Qigong system that experts of Yoga, Meditation, and even practitioners of other styles of Qigong are AMAZED at how strong it is. I've started this group to help build a qigong community in the Seattle-area. Having experienced great …