If you are in a crisis, call 2-1-1 where support is available 24/7.
SUPPORT GROUPS​
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813-881-9372
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For anyone who has been impacted by some else's drinking. Members share their experience, strength, and hope in order to solve their common problems.
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Joining Alateen allows teenagers to meet other teenagers experiencing similar situations.
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This is not a religious program and there are no fees or dues to belong to it.
Center for Discovery Eating Disorder Support Groups
888-713-2427
centerfordiscovery.com/groups/
Schedule: 2nd and 4th Monday of every month from 8-9 p.m.
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The Center for Discovery offers free Zoom peer-to-peer support groups focused on eating disorder recovery.
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This group is open to anyone who is currently in treatment, in recovery, or has not yet sought treatment for an eating disorder.
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Register here.
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay/Corbett Trauma Center
813-264-9955
https://www.crisiscenter.com/about-us/services-programs/trauma-counseling/
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The Circle is an open, anonymous group for survivors of sexual assault ages 18 or older that meets weekly in the evenings.
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Depression and Bipolar Support Groups
727-410-1569
Email: dbstampabay@gmail.com
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Online peer-to-peer support groups for individuals ages 18 and older who are experiencing depression and bipolar symptoms.
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To attend please send first name, email and phone number and include area you would like to attend (Tampa, Pasco, etc.) to dbstampabay@gmail.com
First Choice Counseling & Wellness Center Teen Mentoring & Support Group
813-270-5225 or 813-374-0667
Location: 13377 N. 56th Tampa, FL 33617
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You Grow Girl Support Group: A safe place for teen girls ages 13 17 to feel supported while having honest conversations about the struggles girls face in today's world and how to grow through it.
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Covers topics including Self-Esteem, Emotional Regulation, Body-Image, Relationships, Dating, Decision Making, Distress Tolerance, and Mindfulness.
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Takes place every other Saturday from 11am – 12pm at First Choice Counseling & Wellness Center.
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Healthy Transitions Bent Not Broken Peer Support Group
2-1-1
Email: Jkearney@s4kf.org
https://www.s4kf.org/services/
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This program aims to improve access to treatment and support services for youth and young adults ages 16-25 that either have, are experiencing symptoms, or are at risk of developing a serious mental health condition.
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The program also aims to reduce stigma related to mental health, and focuses on empowering young people to be their best.
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Groups held Mondays and Wednesdays, 6-8pm and the last 2 Fridays of every month, 4-6pm​
Institute for LGBT Health & Wellbeing Transgender Support Groups
813-609-3699
www.instituteforlgbthealth.org/wellness
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This institute offers two separate, complimentary virtual support groups for transgender youth (ages 13-18) and parents of transgender youth every other Friday.
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Support groups for transgender adults (ages 18+) meet every other Thursday.
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If interested, complete the registration form on the website.
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Joe's Art Time, LLC
https://www.arttherapisttampa.com/
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At Joe’s Art Time, LLC, the mission is to support businesses and organizations in the Tampa Bay area through the therapeutic and transformative power of art. With over two decades of experience, they offer professional group art therapy services that promote self-awareness, communication, and self-esteem, fostering emotional well-being and personal growth.
They partner with businesses and organizations to provide therapeutic arts programs and professional art therapy services. Through art facilitation and pioneering approaches in art therapy, we promote emotional well-being, creativity, and personal growth in individuals and communities. -
Eligibility: They provide a free open studio art making group at the Portico 1001 North Florida Ave Tampa Mondays from 12 to 2 pm. No art experience is necessary open to teens and adults’ refreshments provided. They also work with Step Up for Students and Sunshine Health for funds / insurance to see teens for in home art therapy.
Metro Healthy Communities: LGBTQ Support Groups & Community Programming
727-321-3854
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LGBTQ+ Programs are designed as safe spaces for individuals to make new friends, socialize, and find support through similarly-identified peers.
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Please call the number above to find which support groups are available.
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See this flyer to learn about Youth Nights at the St. Pete Metro location.
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) Support Groups
703-524-7600
Helpline: 800-950-NAMI (6264)
NAMI Connection:
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A virtual support group for people 18+ with mental health conditions. This program is also available in Spanish, NAMI Conexión.
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Free of cost, led by people with mental health conditions, and confidential.
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Visit the schedule here.
NAMI Family Support Group:
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This peer-led virtual support group is for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition.
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The Spanish version of NAMI Family Support Group, Grupo de Apoyo para Familiares de NAMI, is available in a limited number of states.
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Visit the schedule here.
Alternatives to Suicide - Peer Network of Tampa Bay
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A peer-based support group for supporting those who have or currently struggle with suicidal ideation; provides a safe space where adults can share anything, including feelings or thoughts around suicide without judgment.
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Groups held on the last Wednesday of the month from 7-8:30 p.m. at Jimmie B. Keel Library, 2902 W. Bearss Avenue, Tampa, FL. View schedule.
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peersupportspace.org/community-gatherings-1
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Helps those (18+) navigate mental illness and/or substance misuse challenges, neurodivergence, disability, grief, trauma, or other obstacles to mental wellness.
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To meet the risen mental health support needed in response to the pandemic, Peer Support Space continues to host Daily Digital Communal Gatherings at 12PM and 6PM, Monday-Saturday for the general community.
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Recovery First Treatment Center
recoveryfirst.org/about-our-addiction-treatment-center/events-and-media
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Free virtual support and online addiction meetings.
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