Counselling

[close] This is a community space for anyone affected by mental health issues. Open globally, for people with any type of mental illness & accepted without judgment. Get cozy, chat, share book recommendations, make friends, support each other, or just chill out. We're also here to help raise awareness for those who want to learn more; everyone is welcome. Talking about your condition is completely optional. This group is designed to be as user-friendly as possible; if you have any suggestions or concerns please contact the moderator Kim who will adapt settings wherever possible. Enjoy! :)

[close] Chapters of Change" is a book club for social workers dedicated to exploring literature that inspires empathy, promotes social justice, and enhances our understanding of the diverse communities we serve. We will delve into thought-provoking stories and insightful, evidence-based non-fiction, using each book as a stepping stone to deeper conversations and meaningful action in our field. As a "baby" social worker, my goal is that our discussions are a form of support for each other. I hope they bridge the gap between theory and practice, offering fresh perspectives or continued education on the challenges and opportunities we encounter daily in our work. I believe in the power of shared reading experiences to foster personal growth, strengthen our professional skills, and build a supportive community of like-minded social work individuals! Join me as we turn the pages toward a more informed, compassionate, and equitable world, one chapter at a time. Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with others in social work, or simply enjoy a good book, "Chapters of Change" offers a space for learning, reflection, and good company!

[close] This is a women's Christian Book Club group. We are women who desire to grow in the Lord and enjoying reading Christian books that build us up in our faith and walk with the Lord. The steward of this group has a passion and calling for encouraging women in various seasons of their life. This group is a little different the Leader of the group is also a Workshop Facilitator and an author, so she will often at times challenge you to do exercises. We have a selection of books (about five) that we rotate through. All Book selections vary for all women and for single woman of God and also for the Married. We don't read just to read we read to be transformed and encouraged in the Lord through our reading. ***We discuss books in the folder on this page. We also have a paid section ($3.00 per month or whatever month you sign up for it) of our book club where we meet online on Zoom to discuss our books once per month. In addition, ***We have a time once monthly where we meet to read any books or anything we desire quietly. This is our Christian Silent Reading time on Zoom (When you pay the $3.00 for the book reading discussion your one time fee for that month also entitles you to attend the Silent reading for that month ONLY). This is great for those who are behind in your reading can meet with us once per month to do some reading. During that time we spend 30 minutes of fellowship and one hour reading silently on Zoom. We ask a few people to share in the beginning about Christian books they are currently reading and how their book is ministering to them. You might even learn of new books you desire to read. Also, we plan to have one in person fellowship per year or more based on the response***

[close] Supplementing our education with counseling-related materials we are passionate about within a supportive space. We welcome the pleasant or unpleasant shock that comes with embodied knowledge. We meet once a month to discuss a book, podcast or research that we individually or collectively have sat with. We share perspectives, connect with each other, and engage in respectful, vigor-filled discussion. Meetings and Books: 12/1 @ 10 a.m. Book: One or more chapters of "Every Day Is a Good Day: Reflections by Contemporary Indigenous Women" by Wilma Mankiller (see event invite and currently reading for ebook links) January Meeting Book: One or more chapters of "Pleasure Activism: The Politics of Feeling Good" by Adrienne Maree Brown (see discussion for ebook link)