Political Support Group
Many individuals and families are finding themselves on opposite sides of the political conversation. For some this creates isolation and distress as we try to process our experience in these contentious times. Some have found themselves cut off from a partner, family, or friends and are in need of support and community. Group members will be paired with those of a similar political orientation.
The purpose of this group is to create a support system, a sense of community, and provide a safe place to process current events.
The group is appropriate for individuals age 21 and older who can commit to having mutually respectful conversations about difficult topics. This is not a debate group and the goal is to have a safe space to process our thoughts, feelings, and current experience of the world. The size of the group is limited to 4-6 people with a commitment to 8-sessions with the option to continue participating at the end of the first 8 sessions. The group will be led by Angela Hayes , LMFT.
Group members will be matched based on general political orientation using the Political Typology Quiz by Pew Research to provide a supportive and mutually understanding environment. Angela will support the conversations and encourage critical thinking, as well as moving from a feeling of helplessness to identifying actions that align with your values (such as writing your congressperson, volunteer work, etc).
The group is held virtually or in-person, depending on group members. Once the group is full no new members will be added unless someone leaves the group.
The cost of participating in this group is $60 a session. The expectation is that you will attend each session for a minimum of 8 sessions (total cost $480) because you are making a commitment to yourself and your fellow group members to show up and your spot in the group is reserved for you. Group sessions are typically held weekly or bi-weekly at a consistent time.
Have a question? We would love to hear from you and answer any questions or concerns you might have. Email us with questions!
To apply please schedule a free consultation. All potential group members will be chosen to participate based on the compatibility of their goals with the goals of the group and their commitment to their own growth. We believe that having group participants at various stages of their development creates rich conversations where group members support one another.