The Montgomery County chapter of Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) meets at 7:00 p.m. on alternate Wednesdays in Bethesda. This peer support group has been active since 1982. Membership is open to anyone who is in treatment for depression or bipolar disorder. There is no charge to join the group or attend the meetings. Weather policy: DBSA Montgomery County does not meet if Montgomery County public schools are closed due to weather.
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It's something we hear about from celebrities, but not as much in the real world.....post partum depression. This group is for all of the moms out there that want someone to talk to who understands and can relate. We can have playdates, mom's night out, mom's night in, and have our own discussions to help us grow as moms and women. We can help each other get through these tough times!
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We're geeks. We do strange and interesting things with technology for fun as well as for profit. We also get depressed to varying degrees from time to time, and sometimes it becomes a lot to bear. In the past year we lost a few of our friends and colleagues to depression, but it doesn't have to be this way. You're not alone - none of us are. The purpose of this meetup is to help one another through the rough times and enjoy the good times. If you're a geek of some kind and have or are prone to d …
Do you feel excessively anxious when meeting people, going to restaurants, or dating? Do you experience nausea, sweating, shaking, an increased heart beat, or panic attacks in these situations? Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD) or social phobia affects over 7 million people in the United States alone. It can be a crippling condition that limits your abilty to handle everyday tasks and can lead to depression or agoraphobia. Would you like a safe, nurturing, fun environment to practice the social skil …
Meet with hypnosis and NLP practitioners to discuss techniques, exchange ideas, etc. Particularly looking at areas of hypnosis, conversational hypnosis, NLP anchoring and other ways of inducing change or trance. We are a fun group of people ranging from beginners to experienced professionals looking to share and explore ideas, techniques. This meetup is a safe place for beginners and experienced professionals to try new techniques, polish up existing skills and learn new ways and new skills. We …
Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress and increase wellness. It brings better focus and helps people become more centered and better balanced. Anyone can do it. It’s also free.
Are you breathing right? Have you ever counted how many times you breathe in a minute? Breathing is the first act of life and it’s the last act of life. In between, the whole life we are breathing in and out, but not attending to the breath Ninety percent of the impurities in the body go out through the breath because we are breathing twenty-four hours a day. The breath is our best friend -- it's always with us. And yet, we hardly know much about it. What's more ... it holds some timeless s …
Sahaja Meditation is meant for everyone who desires to find his or her true self, which is full of peace, joy of life and love for others. It is not just a book or a set of exercises but a living science that will open up to you gradually as your meditations become deeper and your experience stronger and more fulfilling. Sahaja Meditation was founded by Shri Mataji Nirmala Devi. It involves the awakening of a subtle spiritual energy known as the Kundalini which lies dormant in the sacrum bo …
Many people struggle with anxiety and overwhelming stress every day of their lives. The therapists in my practice so often see the destructive effects anxiety can have. In order to help more people, my practice will be hosting a psychoeducation group for people struggling with anxiety. The purpose of the group would be to offer real, practical tools to help individuals who have anxiety to manage their feelings. The targeted audience are people who want real strategies and practical coping techni …
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