This a group for folks ready to confront the isolation, inertia and hopelessness that accompanies depression and anxiety. We offer social events (live music, hiking, bowling, movie and theater nights, coffee klatches, picnics, supper clubs, board game gatherings, etc.) with like-minded others who can appreciate, first-hand, how uniquely dispiriting these challenges can be. In addition, we offer discussion and peer support groups to 1) get to know ourselves better, and 2) learn to help and suppor …

More people every day are reporting that they are being bombarded by demonic images, malevolent voices, vivid nightmares, disturbing sensations and destructive thought/feelings which seem to come from outside their own mind. To make matters worse, friends and health care professionals generally dismiss such experiences as overactive imagination or mental imbalance. If you or a loved one are suffering from these experiences, please come to give and receive support in a non-judgmental and dogma fr …

Show Up For L.I.F.E. is about living intentionally, forever engaged with life, despite life trauma you may have experienced or are living through now. This group is for anyone who is looking for a safe, compassionate community that will support you with growing and thriving on your personal journey. Everyone needs a village, it is my hope that this will be a place to meet other like minded folks looking for authentic connection and a place to share our hopes, strengths, experiences. This meetup …

This group is for women who are on the SE side of Portland appreciate and are serious about empowerment, spiritual, personal, positive and challenging discussions, networking, positive, fun, and interactive activities. Are You Ready to Get a Grip of Yourself? Are You Ready to Live Your Best Life Now?  Where You The Kid In The Back Of The Class Room Not Wanting To be Called On? Do You Have Walls Up?  Do You Have Trust Issues?  Thought A Friend Was Real But Turned Out To Be Fake? Are You Ready to …

Laughter is THE best medicine! No Jokes No Comedy No Yoga Mat needed ! If you Can Laugh You Can Do Laughter Yoga ! Laughter Yoga is a comprehensive management tool that can do the following: Boosts morale and motivates groups, teams, and families. Reduces tension, frustration, anger, and burnout. Helps people build resilience in the face of change. Combats depression, anxiety and psychosomatic disorders. Strengthens the immune system. Stimulates creative problem solving. Keeps everyday hassl …

This is a support group for pregnant and postpartum women who are experiencing anxiety and/or depression. The purpose of this group is to help moms (and moms-to-be) support one another and learn how to cope during what is often a very challenging, overwhelming time. Moms of newly adopted kids are also welcome. You do not need to join Meet-Up to attend, simply call the number below. It is run by a Psychologist Resident, Dr. Karin Calde. The group is free of charge. For more information, call (503 …