Women's Mental Health
4-WEEK ONLINE SUPPORT GROUP

Rise & Thrive: An Empowerment Journey to Self-Discovery, Growth & Resilience

A transformative journey where empowerment meets self-discovery, and together, we thrive.

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This group is intended for adults (19+) who self-identify as women and:

  • Struggle with communication and assertiveness in the workplace, relationships, or social settings.
  • Find it difficult to set boundaries, say no, and prioritize their own needs.
  • Experience negative self-talk and low self-esteem and are looking for ways to shift their mindset.
  • Seek validation and empowerment in a supportive space while managing societal, cultural, or personal pressures.
  • Are committed to personal growth and open to engaging in self-reflective activities and discussions.
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Finding your voice and prioritizing your needs

This is a 4-week support group designed for women seeking to build confidence, develop assertiveness, and cultivate a deeper sense of empowerment. Led by practicum student counsellors alongside experienced supervisors from Women's Mental Health, this group provides a supportive and nurturing space for self-reflection, personal growth, and connection.

Through guided discussions, reflective exercises, and practical strategies, participants will explore how societal and personal expectations shape self-perception and learn how to challenge limiting beliefs, set boundaries, and embrace resilience. Join us in fostering self-empowerment, growth, and community while connecting with like-minded women on a similar journey.

Exploring what empowerment is and what it means to you. Identifying societal and family expectations and how they shape self-perception. Exploring personal values and goals to define what truly matters to you.
Understanding what self-compassion is and why it matters. Recognizing how external influences shape self-criticism. Practicing self-kindness and treating yourself like you would a close friend.
Understanding communication styles and finding your assertive voice. Setting and maintaining healthy boundaries in relationships and work. Prioritizing self-care without guilt.
Developing a growth mindset and reframing setbacks. Handling resistance from others when making empowered changes. Developing a personal empowerment plan for continued growth beyond the group.

Common Questions

Support groups are made up of people who share common challenges. These groups are focused on providing education, resources and tools, with the overall goal of helping you to cope. They provide a safe place for you to express your thoughts and feelings, and to share your experiences if you feel comfortable. Groups often provide reassurance and encouragement. There’s something truly unique about surrounding yourself with others who are experiencing similar challenges as you. Group members often walk away feeling stronger, more capable and hopeful about managing the difficulties that brought them to the group.

Everyone is welcome! You do not need to be a current client in order to join any of the groups we offer.

Confidentiality is a key to the effectiveness of the counselling process, so the personal information you share in counselling will be kept confidential. There are, however, some exceptions to the counsellor’s duty of confidentiality: if there is a concern of imminent harm to you or another (e.g., threats of suicide or homicide), if a child is in need of protection (e.g., abuse, neglect, exposure to domestic violence) or if your file has been subpoenaed for a court case.

Although this 4-week group is offered at no cost, we ask participants to provide credit card information upon registration to encourage commitment and fairly uphold our attendance policy. A fee of $50 will only be charged if you withdraw with less than 48 hours’ notice, fail to attend the first session, or miss more than two sessions during the program.