This group is designed for women who are longing to be a mom. If you are thinking of or going through IVF, Surrogacy or Adoption, this group is for you. I have done a lot of research and can’t seem to find much support in this area for moms-in-waiting. I would love for us to get to know each other and provide support that all so desperately need. I have an office in Burlingame where we can meet, but we can also find other locations that will work for everyone.

Don't let Bankruptcy be the new "Scarlet Letter" for you! Meet up with other people who are on both sides of the BK in order to get the support you need to face the shame. We've all made mistakes and we've all been hit by this crazy economy and many times Bankruptcy is the best option. Meet with people who know what it is like to get support, download worries and fears that might be too difficult to talk about with friends and family about. This group is a safe place facilitate …

Undergoing bariatric surgery can be an exciting, yet emotionally challenging, experience.  Having a solid support system is integral for achieving long-term weight loss success. This Meetup Group is designed to give those who have undergone bariatric surgery, or who are considering having surgery, a safe place to share their experiences, learn new information, and gain the ongoing support and friendship of others.  Groups are held monthly in San Francisco and are moderated by Tara Griffith, MA, …

  NO BUSINESS SOLICITATIONS PLEASE--THIS IS A GROUP FOR THOSE LIVING WITH CHRONIC PAIN ONLY   * We ask attendees refrain from wearing scent--thanks!                                                               Welcome to our group! It's open to anyone living with all types of head pain, e.g. chronic daily headache, migraine (all variants), cluster, etc. It's isolating to live with an invisible illness, and we offer a safe, sensitive, non-judgmental space to share your experience, to give and re …

We are a support group that meets monthly in Pleasant Hill. This group is sponsored by Sweet Beginnings Adoptions, an East Bay Adoption Facilitator but is run by birth moms themselves. Group is open to anyone who has experienced a relinquishment - voluntarily or not, anyone who is involved in an active adoption plan or anyone who is thinking about the option. The purpose of this group is for women to be able to speak openly about their losses, to share with women who have been there and about to …

Are you a Bay Area woman pre, mid or post divorce who is seeking a sense of community and belonging? You've come to the right meetup group! Susan Pease Gadoua, LCSW, is the founder and director of the Transition Institute of Marin. She has been holding divorce support groups and divorce information workshops for the past ten years throughout the SF Bay area. Author of two books, Contemplating Divorce, A Step-by-Step Guide to Deciding Whether to Stay or Go, and soon-to-be-released, Str …

This group in for women of all ages. I want to start an informal small group where we meet and support each other in our weight loss journey, eating better, being more active... just trying to stay healthy and take care of ourselves. Have you always taken care of others before yourself? It's time to take care of you. We can share past experiences, ask and offer advice and just be supportive of the multiple rolls that women have these days! I will announce a place & time once people show interest …

Caring and honest support is essential when men are experiencing changes in their lives. Changes in jobs, relationships, divorce, death or separation from loved ones—all can add stress and grief to men’s lives that need the counter-balance of support that can help them meet these challenges in a strong and loving way Men are stronger and happier when they are connected to themselves, their bodies, their lovers, their children and to each other. Unfortunately, our upbringing, culture and press …

I'm a Wiccan grandmother living in north Oakland. Previously I've enjoyed wonderful ritual groups where we met regularly to celebrate the seasons and the earth, talked, laughed, cried, supported each other through major life changes, and found unexpected depths and healing in ritual. I'm hoping to find other women who want to meet regularly in circle to practice pagan (but eclectic) ritual and support each other. Previous ritual or Wiccan experience is helpful but not required; we'll teach each …

Group open to all self-identified women interested in polyamory. Polyamory is the theory and practice of openly maintaining multiple sexual and/or romantic relationships. A safe space for all sexual orientations. Meeting the second Sunday every month from 7 PM- 9 PM. You must RSVP for each meeting, please don't just show up. I need to have a head count, ahead of time, and it is helpful for other potential attendees to know how many people will be attending. We offer each other mutual support for …

… Having group support makes a huge difference. Susan Regan, MFT specializes in Therapy Services for Divorce and Separation to help people going through this difficult time. For more info, please visit www.SusanRegan.org or call me at 415-563-4342.

This meetup is for people in the San Francisco Bay area who are in a loving relationship with a person who is chronically ill. We will meet and share our experiences, inspirations, at times vent, and provide support for one another. I have had for the past year, a very sick partner. There are times when i feel like no one in the world understands what i am going through. Resentment, and depression and guilt are just a few of the emotions i go through on a daily basis. I struggle in being a careg …

… Having group support makes a huge difference. Susan Regan, MFT specializes in Therapy Services for Divorce and Separation to help people going through this difficult time. For more info, please visit www.SusanRegan.org or call me at 415-563-4342.

… This group is here to support you and assist you from merely existing to living.

I became a Widow in 2010, I'm now 47 & have 3 children (2 teens & 1 preteen). As I see it, It seems like we're a small bunch? So the purpose of this group is to find other young, single parenting widows/widowers in the San Francisco Bay area. The goals would be to connect families that have lost a parent, offer mutual prayer support/encouragement & to plan some fun family activities every quarter !

We all long for understanding, compassion, and friendships. Often it is easier to find this among others who share our situation or outlook. Whether you're trying to change your life for the better or just need support in what you are going through now, there's nothing like sharing stories and experiences with others on the same path. Whatever your reason, it’s time for you to get started on your journey. This group is led by a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and will help you take that f …