Women’s Support Group
Location
Every Monday 6:00-7:30pm in person
2701 N Tenaya Way Ste 200
Las Vegas, Nevada 89128
Cost
$25/week
Facilitator
Steph Guice, Clinical Professional Counselor Intern
Please contact us at info@theravadawellness.net to inquire about and sign up for this group.
Warrior Goddess Women’s Support Group: Claim and empower your inner divine Goddess
Location
Every Monday at 6:00pm in person or via zoom
1607 E Windmill Ln, STE #300
Las Vegas, Nevada
Cost
$30/week
Facilitator
Katie Davis, Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Please contact us at info@theravadawellness.net to inquire and sign up for this group.
In today’s fast paced world, especially in Las Vegas, women face unique challenges and often need a support system to help them navigate through life’s ups and downs. At Theravada Mental Health in Las Vegas, we offer women’s support groups to provide a safe and nurturing environment for women to come together and share their experiences, offering a sense of community and empowerment. As we are a very transient community, those who are newly transplanted into Las Vegas need a higher degree of support and feeling of connectivity, which we understand. Whether you’re new to Las Vegas or a long time resident of Las Vegas, North Las Vegas, Henderson, or anywhere else in Clark County, our women’s support group can make a significant difference in your life.
Women’s Support groups targeting toward self-empowerment
Theravada offers women’s support groups addressing different aspects of life for individuals in a group setting where we encourage participants to share their experiences, issues, views, stories, and events with one another.
Each support group is in a safe location with women who value one another and the process of creating connections with people who experience similar challenges or aspects of life. Being open and honest, actively participating and engaging, and showing gratitude and encouragement are key for having an effective support group experience. Women of all ages are encouraged to participate in our groups to help create an inclusive organization of participants who are passionate about building inner strength, self love, and getting results from the support they gain as well as provide to one another.
Types of women’s support groups
At Theravada in Las Vegas we offer numerous types of women’s support groups, including:
- Group therapy.
- Support groups/self help groups.
- Group coaching.
- Women’s circles.
- Mutual support groups.
Each type of support group offers participants its unique benefits, catering to the diverse needs and preferences of its each person. For example, group therapy can help individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, or other mental health issues, while a women’s circle might provide a supportive environment for women to share their experiences and build strength through understanding and empathy.
Regardless of the specific focus, the primary goal of all these groups is to offer a safe space for women to come together, talk, share their experiences, and support one another through life’s challenges.
Making a difference with women’s support groups
Our women’s support groups have the potential to make a significant impact on the lives of our members. By providing a safe and supportive environment for women to share their experiences, support groups can foster personal growth, empowerment, and a sense of belonging. Through building connections and networking, as well as sharing experiences and learning from others, support groups can truly make a difference in the lives of their members.
In the following sections, we’ll delve deeper into the benefits of building connections and networking within support groups, as well as understand the importance of sharing experiences and learning from others. By understanding the value of these aspects, you can maximize the benefits of your support group experience and make a lasting impact on your life and the lives of others.
Building connections and networking
Building connections and networking within support groups is crucial for both personal and professional growth. By establishing relationships with other group participants and cultivating a network of contacts, you can:
- Access resources and support that may not be available otherwise.
- Enhance your understanding of the issues faced by the group.
- Provide opportunities for collaboration and problem solving.
To foster meaningful connections and networking within one of our support groups, we feel it’s essential to be open and honest, actively engage people in discussions, and express gratitude and encouragement. By doing so, you’ll not only strengthen your support network, but also contribute to the overall success of the group, creating a positive and empowering environment for all members.
We realize that our community is very fragmented, so we invite all of our community from every corner of Clark County, Nevada including Las Vegas, Henderson, North Las Vegas, and Boulder City to share in this experience. We want to bridge the gap we sometimes feel in order to create a way that people can share their time, issues, experiences, view, support, and life with on another. Las Vegas has needed a group like this for several years, if not decades, and as women who reside in this city, the therapists of Theravada Mental Health want to provide a location for a support group to encourage talk and help amongst those who would love to have this sort of outlet.
Sharing experiences and learning from others
Being willing to share your experiences and learn from others in support groups can provide valuable insights and advice needed for overcoming challenges. Exchanging stories, offering guidance, and providing support, group members can be helpful to individuals trying to navigate through difficult situations and find solutions to common problems.
To effectively engage in support groups and learn from others, it’s crucial to actively participate in discussions, ask questions, and attentively listen to the experiences of fellow women. In doing so, you’ll not only gain valuable knowledge and perspectives, but also contribute to the overall sense of camaraderie and support within the group.
Tips for a great support group experience
By following a list of few key tips, you can ensure that you’re actively contributing to the group while also receiving the support and care and guidance you need.
In the following sections, we’ll provide some practical advice on how to be open and honest when you share in your group, actively participate and engage, and show gratitude and encouragement within your support group. By implementing these helpful tips, you can contribute to a positive and supportive atmosphere that will benefit both you and your fellow group members.
Being open and honest
Being open and honest when you share within your support group is essential in fostering genuine connections and effective support. This involves being willing to share your experiences and feelings with the group, as well as listening to the experiences and feelings of others without judgment.
By practicing active listening and demonstrating respect for others perspectives, you engender an environment of trust and understanding, allowing for deeper connections and more meaningful conversations. Remember, all experiences and view, are valid, and it’s okay to disagree as long as you approach the conversation with empathy and an open mind.
Actively participating and engaging
Active participation and engagement in your support group are crucial for obtaining the most benefit from the experience. This includes asking questions, being willing to share, contributing to discussions, and offering support and encouragement to fellow members. By taking an active role in the group, you not only grow personally, but also contribute to the overall success of the support group.
Remember that your voice and experiences are valuable, and sharing them can inspire other individuals and foster a sense of solidarity within the group. By actively participating and engaging, you help create a supportive and empowering environment for all members.
Showing gratitude and encouragement
Being willing to express and share gratitude and encouragement within your support group is vital in fostering a positive and supportive atmosphere. By acknowledging the contributions of fellow members and offering words of support, you help create a nurturing environment where everyone feels valued and empowered.
Some ways to demonstrate gratitude and encouragement include:
- Praising the achievements of others.
- Offering emotional support during difficult times.
- Share in the celebration the successes and milestones of your fellow group members.
By doing so, you contribute to the overall success of the support group and create an environment where everyone can thrive.
Connecting with other group members – North Las Vegas, Henderson, Las Vegas
No matter is you live in North Las Vegas, Henderson, or Las Vegas, connecting with other individuals through a support group can:
- Keep you informed about upcoming events and activities.
- Provide opportunities for additional support and friendship.
- Create a strong support network that extends beyond the confines of the support group meetings.
By actively engaging with fellow group members, both in person and online, you can start to create a strong support network that extends beyond the confines of the support group meetings.
Some methods for finding and connecting with other individuals include attending events, participating in social media page groups, and exchanging contact information with fellow members. By forming these connections, you’ll not only stay informed about upcoming events and activities, but also further enrich your support group experience.
Overview of our Las Vegas women’s group facilitator
Katie Davis, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for over 12 years, has always been passionate about advocating for women who are stigmatized because of their mental health needs. She instills a sense of self-advocacy, helping her clients fill in their internal voids through inner-child and shadow work which are effective tools for healing past traumas. Katie is passionate about connecting with her group members and providing them with a sense of self-advocacy and inner strength to become their own warrior goddess. Join us, and let her inspire you to nurture, claim, and empower your inner goddess.
Katie is passionate about working with clients, specifically other women, who have experienced or are struggling with Personality Disorders, involvement within the sex industry, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), complex trauma from domestic violence or sexual assault, depression, anxiety, psychosis, grief, anger management, chronic impulsivity, divorce, infidelity, life transitions, mood disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), relationship issues, suicidal ideation, women’s issues, and survivors of human trafficking.
It has always been Katie’s passion to advocate for other women who are marginalized by systemic issues or stigmatized because of their mental health needs. She instills self-advocacy, helping her clients fill in their internal voids through inner-child and shadow work which are both effective tools for healing past traumas and strengthening one’s self image and therefore self-esteem, confidence, and self-love. For these reasons and many more, Katie is passionate about connecting with her clients and providing them with self-advocacy and inner strength to become their own warrior goddess. Join Katie’s group “Find Your Inner Goddess”, and let her inspire you to nurture, claim, and empower your inner goddess.
Overview of material used in our women’s group (publishers summary)
“It’s no secret that women today are juggling a lot. We now make up more than half the workforce in the United States and are busier than ever with partners, children, family, and friends, often putting the needs of others ahead of our own. And if we feel overwhelmed by it all or fall short of perfection, many of us have learned to be our own worst critic rather than our own best friend.
If you don’t love and honor yourself with every fiber of your being, if you struggle with owning your power and passion, if you could use more joyful play and simple presence in your life, then it is time for an inner revolution.
It is time to claim your Warrior Goddess energy.
Drawing on the wisdom from Buddhism, Toltec wisdom, and ancient Earth-based goddess spirituality, the Warrior Goddess path includes personal stories, rituals, and exercises that will encourage and inspire you to become the true warrior goddess you are meant to be.
In Warrior Goddess Training, bestselling author HeatherAsh Amara provides the antidote to the flawed idea that you are not enough. Direct, honest, and unapologetic, Amara will show you how to release the layers of expectations to finally see yourself for the authentic, perceptive, perfect woman you really are.
Book Review of Warrior Goddess Training: Become the woman you are meant to be by Edie Weinstein, MSW, LSW:
“When you think of the two words ‘warrior’ and ‘Goddess’, what image comes to mind? Possibly Bast, Athena, Durga, Freya or Kali- battle ready, sword wielding, bloody tongued, vanquishing enemies. What if being both means standing your ground, while simultaneously being open to life as it presents itself? That is the essence of the sophomore release by HeatherAsh Amara, entitled Warrior Goddess Training- Become the Woman You Were Meant to Be. In a conversational sister to sister style, Amara shares openly her own joys and challenges, with an unabashed willingness to bare her soul. It makes her and the book all the more approachable and the work impactful.
Part of the Toltec lineage of don Miguel Ruiz (author of the classic Four Agreements), she mines treasures from deep spiritual ideology and makes them accessible. Very much at home with indigenous teachings, as well as modern psychological concepts, blended with Earth based religion and Divine Feminine wisdom, Amara begins the book by defining terms.
She explains that “Warrior energy is a combination of focus, dedication, purpose and determination., ” and that “Goddess energy is our creative flow; unconditional love, pleasure, passion and wisdom.” In combination, we are a force to be reckoned with in positive ways. Acknowledging throughout the pages that many women are not at home in our own skin and are sometimes as self-loathing as we are loving of others, she invites exploration of what is at the core of that. A mini glossary with definitions of words like ‘attachment’, ‘agreement’ and ‘Earth Goddess Spirituality’ set the stage for what is to follow.
She references the heroine’s journey on which we all embark; more than myth, instead an opportunity to step out of our comfort zones as we are called to adventure, face ‘dragons’, go deep into the shadow realms, emerging with a hard-won prize and returning to share the treasure with others, enriching our lives and theirs. Amara is enthusiastic about encouraging her readers to disavow their self-deprecation and instead embrace the true beauty within that need not be measured by external standards and definition.
One of the most powerful concepts she presents has to do with the stories we tell ourselves about our lives that we believe to be gospel. Having grown up in a family that traveled a great deal, related to her father’s career, she would begin to settle in, start to make friends in the face of seeing herself as rather introverted and then they would move, and she would be the ‘new kid’ again. What she told herself was that this was a negative thing that impinged on her ability to step out and comfortably meet new people as an adult. When she reframed the story to indicate that it was a positive series of events that afforded her the ability to experience new countries and connect with people of varying lifestyles and cultures, she felt an uplift. She then asked herself which story was true. Both and neither.
Personal inquiry and experiential exercises are richly scattered throughout the pages, including taking baby steps to make changes, learning about coping skills, awareness of the messages we give ourselves, as well as observation of the outcome of our actions. At the end of each of the ten chapters, Amara invites readers to recognize the gifts inherent in the concepts presented and ways of exploring them.
The book closes with a quote by playwright Ntozake Shange who created for colored girls who have considered suicide/when the rainbow is enuf; “I found God in myself and I loved her….I loved her fiercely.” That is the core truth of this self-love bath of a book.”
Summary
At Theravada Mental Health in Las Vegas, we provide a safe and nurturing environment for women to come together, share their experiences, and support one another through life’s challenges. By actively participating and engaging in our women support groups, you can form meaningful connections, learn from others, and make a significant impact on your life and the lives of your fellow group members.
Fostering a place of support where you can safely to talk and share your view on life, what you care about, mental health needs such as anxiety you may be experiencing, a new found interest or passion, or you just want to meet other women who who that live in Las Vegas or surrounding areas, this is a great place to start. By following the tips and advice outlined, you can make the most of your support group experience and create a positive and empowering environment for yourself and others.
Our groups are closed groups which means that once you begin participation, you are asked to consistently attend until the commencement of group. Our groups meet once per week and are primarily offered in person, although participating virtually is an option as well. You can check out reviews on the book offered in Warrior Goddess on Amazon prior to purchasing. If you’re interested in finding out more, being placed on an interest list for our groups, or acquiring help to find out more information, you can check out other pages on our website, or you can call our main office number.
FAQs
What are the benefits of joining a women’s support group in Las Vegas NV?
Joining a women’s support group in Las Vegas provides the chance to network, share experiences and learn from others in a supportive setting.
It is a great way to make connections and build relationships with other women in the Las Vegas area. It is also offered as a great way to gain support and encouragement.
What tips can help me make the most of my support group experience?
Be open and honest, actively participate and engage, share as much as possible, and show gratitude and appreciation for others to make the most of your support group experience.