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Support Circles at Haven Health Therapy

Our support circles are non-clinical, therapist- or facilitator-led spaces designed for connection, shared experience, and mutual understanding. These are not therapy groups, they’re safe, guided, open conversations built around themes that matter.

Teens navigating challenges at school, young adults facing burnout, and parents working to show up in new ways, our support circles are here to remind you: you’re not alone.

  • Weekly, monthly or rotating sessions, offered virtually

  • Led by trained facilitators, field experts, or Haven Health Verified therapists

  • Each circle centers on a real theme, life experience, or shared struggle

  • Open to Teens and Youths (13+) and Parents/Caregivers — no therapy required. Support circles are available to both current clients and non-clients, but all participants are screened and agree to confidentiality, privacy and safety guidelines.

  • These are confidential, judgment-free spaces to be heard — and to listen — with gentle guidance and shared understanding. You’re welcome to join a circle even if you can’t attend every weekly session. Each circle has clear expectations to protect emotional safety for everyone involved.

What to Expect

Some of the support circles we currently offer.

Rotated Monthly, circles with popular demand often recur weekly. We always welcome circle suggestions.

Say It Anyway- A space for teens who struggle to express their needs, feelings or identity.

Chosen Family, Found Family- A space for LGBTQIA+ youth navigating family rejection or building supportive relationships.

Still Figuring It Out- A support circle for young adults feeling behind, confused, or overwhelmed by life decisions.

Safe Haven- An affirming space for LGBTQIA+ young adults to show up fully without fear of judgment.

When Parenting Looks Different - A safe, supportive group for caregivers navigating identity, mental health, or emotional needs of their child.

After the Move, After the Break - A circle for parents adjusting after divorce, relocation, or other major transitions.

Healing While Black- A space for Black teens and young adults navigating the weight of identity, perception, and generational resilience.

How to Join a Circle

  1. Submit a short interest form

    • Tell us your age group and the circle you’re interested in.

  2. We’ll reach out to you directly

    • A team member will connect with you to confirm circle fit, walk you through circle expectations, and answer questions.

  3. You’ll receive session details once accepted into a circle.

    • We’ll email you everything you need, including date, time, and what to expect and a safe and private link to join.

Support circles meet weekly, bi-weekly or monthly, depending on the circle. New circles open at the start of each month, and space is limited to protect emotional safety.

Support circles run for 60 minutes. You’ll receive details ahead of time, including how to prepare and what to expect. Sessions are virtual and designed to fit real life, whether you’re joining from home, campus, or anywhere else.

Ready to Talk?

Join one of our support circles.

 FAQs

  • Unlike group therapy, which is clinical and structured with emotional goals, support circles are non-clinical and designed for open conversation. They focus on peer connection, reflection, and shared understanding rather than diagnosis or formal treatment.

  • Support circles are open to teens, young adults (ages 13+), and caregivers, whether you’re a current therapy client or just looking for a safe space to connect.

  • Each circle is centered around a real-life theme or identity-related challenge, such as burnout, family dynamics, LGBTQIA+ support, life transitions, or emotional overwhelm. Topics are chosen for relevance and depth, not surface-level discussion.

  • No. While participation is encouraged, you can always choose to listen until you feel ready. There’s no pressure to share, and your comfort comes first.

  • Support circles are facilitated by Haven Health Verified therapists, trained mental health professionals, guest speakers, or experienced peer leaders depending on the topic. Every facilitator is trained to ensure a safe and affirming space for participants.

  • Not at all. Support circles are open to the public, whether or not you’re currently in therapy. They’re designed as welcoming spaces for connection, reflection, and shared healing even if you’re just beginning to explore your mental health journey.

  • Many of our support circles are free or donation-based, while others are offered at low-cost to help cover facilitation and planning. We believe emotional support should be accessible, and cost should never be a barrier to showing up.

  • Yes. All participants agree to basic guidelines that protect confidentiality, respect, and emotional safety. These are closed, private virtual spaces where what’s shared stays within the circle.