A safe space for domestic violence survivors

Support Groups

Our Current Schedule

Click here to view our Spring & Summer schedules!

Heal With Us Through 2025!

We’re stronger together.

Support Groups give clients a chance to share their stories with others who hold similar experiences so they can understand that they are not alone. These groups cover a range of topics that may include women empowerment, coping strategies, co-parenting with an abuser or the impact of trauma on relationships. We believe these groups can be an essential part of the healing process for some survivors. Support Groups are free and available to survivors but you must be registered to attend.

Support Groups start at 5:30pm and will end no later than 7:30pm (unless otherwise stated).

Things to know.

  1. Call 913-262-2868 to register.
  2. Please be sure to arrive a few minutes early in order to start on time.
  3. An intake packet including a Release of Information and Confidentiality Agreement must be complete prior to attendance.
  4. Support Groups are confidential.
  5. Guests are not allowed.
  6. Childcare is available for children of adult clients during support group but space must be reserved in advance.

Spring & Summer Group Descriptions.

  • EXPLORING FAMILY DYNAMICS
    When an abuser is present, family dynamics may be demanding, competitive, or abandoning. Each family member responds and adapts to survive and get their needs met. When the abuser or other family members leave, the dynamic in the family shifts. In this group, we will discuss family roles, such as the hero child, the mediator child, the mascot child, the lost child, and the scapegoat child. Each role has strengths and vulnerabilities, and those may change as the family changes. Do the roles change when co-parenting in separate homes? So much to unpack and room for lively discussions! Let’s explore and enjoy supporting one another. See you there!
    Facilitated by Kimberly
    Tuesdays: April 22nd, 29th & May 6th at 5:30pm-6:30pm (In-Person)
  • THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD
    We will be using the curriculum from ” The Whole-Brain Child” book by Dr. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson to begin to understand different strategies of parenting with the brain in mind. You will gain tips on how to connect, engage, and attend to the needs of your child in a healthy way. We will learn different ways we could help our children integrate parts of self as well as self & other. We will gain understanding of the benefits of integration. More information/resources may be provided and shared during sessions.
    You are encouraged to purchase the book if you would like to as this will be an added advantage as you process the material. You may also find the book available at any public library near you.
    Facilitated by Dorothy
    Wednesdays: April 23rd, 30th, May 7th, 14th & 21st at 11am-12:30pm (Virtual)
  • SANANDO DE LA VIOLENCIA DOMESTICA
    El abuso doméstico a menudo comienza con amenazas y abuso verbal después violencia física. Las lesiones físicas pueden ser el peligro más obvio, pero las consecuencias emocionales y psicológicas del abuso doméstico son graves. Las relaciones emocionalmente abusivas pueden destruir tu autoestima, provocar ansiedad y depresión, y hacerte sentir impotente y solo. El primer paso para liberarse es reconocer que su situación es abusiva. Una vez que reconozca la realidad de la situación abusiva, puede obtener la ayuda y empezar a sanar. En este grupo aprenderá y practicará como manejar la ansiedad, depresión y mejorar su estima personal oh amor propio.
    FACILITADO POR MARTHA
    Thursdays: April 24th, May 8th & 22nd at 12pm-1:30pm (Virtual)
    May 1st & 15th at 12pm-1:30pm (En Persona)
  • FINDING PEACE IN AN UNCERTAIN WORLD
    Life has many uncertainties. Both on a personal and global scale, it is easy to be overwhelmed by change that his happening. As survivors of domestic violence especially, it can be difficult to feel at peace and at ease after surviving stressful and dangerous experiences. In this group, we will look at practical strategies to manage and reduce anxiety. By using these tools, we will increase our sense of control and peace in our everyday lives.
    Facilitated by Casey
    Mondays: May 12th & 19th at 5:30pm-6:30pm (In-Person)
  • FAMILY ART THERAPY
    Moms: You are invited to join us for a joint art therapy activity with one of your kiddos age 8 and up. We will practice emotional expression and provide an opportunity for one-on-one connection. We will use our curiosity to create wall art pieces together. This will be interactive, creative, and fun! If you have other children, please sign them up for childcare during this time.
    Facilitated by Kim & Casey
    Tuesdays: May 13th & 20th at 11am-12:30pm (In-Person)
  • Meet the Author: From Darkness to Light by Mindy Taylor
    Join us for a special event! Author Mindy Taylor will be discussing her book, From Darkness to Light. She will share her story of surviving abusive marriages, her path of healing, and other helpful information. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for those who attend.
    Tuesday April 29th at 11am-12:30pm
  • HEALING THROUGH ART AND MOVEMENT
    Throughout time, humans have used art and movement as a way of expression. In this group, we will continue this tradition using exploration, mindfulness, and creativity to process our experiences and emotions. This group will include trauma-informed yoga, movement, art, and music. Come in comfortable clothing that are not restrictive and that are suitable for doing artistic projects.
    Facilitated by Casey
    Mondays: June 23rd, 30th & July 7th at 5:30pm-6:30pm (In-Person)\
  • SURVIVE AND THRIVE
    Let’s heal together! During and after domestic violence, people are all at different points in their journey to healing – and coming together with others is a big part of recovery. This is a group where people at all stages in the healing process are welcome. We can process challenges and successes in this process, and gain support from one another.
    Facilitated by Kimberly
    Tuesdays: June 10th & 17th at 5:30pm-6:30pm (In-Person)
  • THE WHOLE-BRAIN CHILD
    We will be using the curriculum from ” The Whole-Brain Child” book by Dr. Siegel and Tina Payne Bryson to begin to understand different strategies of parenting with the brain in mind. You will gain tips on how to connect, engage, and attend to the needs of your child in a healthy way. We will learn different ways we could help our children integrate parts of self as well as self & other. We will gain understanding of the benefits of integration. More information/resources may be provided and shared during sessions.
    You are encouraged to purchase the book if you would like to as this will be an added advantage as you process the material. You may also find the book available at any public library near you.
    Facilitated by Dorothy
    Wednesdays: June 11th, 18th, 25th, July 2nd & 9th at 11am-12:30pm (Virtual)
  • SANANDO DE LA VIOLENCIA DOMESTICA
    El abuso doméstico a menudo comienza con amenazas y abuso verbal después violencia física. Las lesiones físicas pueden ser el peligro más obvio, pero las consecuencias emocionales y psicológicas del abuso doméstico son graves. Las relaciones emocionalmente abusivas pueden destruir tu autoestima, provocar ansiedad y depresión, y hacerte sentir impotente y solo. El primer paso para liberarse es reconocer que su situación es abusiva. Una vez que reconozca la realidad de la situación abusiva, puede obtener la ayuda y empezar a sanar. En este grupo aprenderá y practicará como manejar la ansiedad, depresión y mejorar su estima personal oh amor propio.
    FACILITADO POR MARTHA
    Thursdays: June 12th at 12pm-1:30pm (Virtual)
    June 26th at 12pm-1:30pm (En Persona)
  • FAMILY ART THERAPY
    Moms: You are invited to join us for a joint art therapy activity with one of your kiddos age 8 and up. We will practice emotional expression and provide an opportunity for one-on-one connection. We will use our curiosity to create wall art pieces together. This will be interactive, creative, and fun! If you have other children, please sign them up for childcare during this time.
    Facilitated by Kim & Casey
    Tuesdays: June 24th, July 1st & 8th at 11am-12:30pm (In-Person)
  • Meet the Author: From Darkness to Light by Mindy Taylor
    Join us for a special event! Author Mindy Taylor will be discussing her book, From Darkness to Light. She will share her story of surviving abusive marriages, her path of healing, and other helpful information. A limited number of copies of the book will be available for those who attend.
    Tuesday June 17th at 11am-12:30pm