Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Women’s Support Group
When: Mondays from 1:00-2:15pm

Description: This is an open and ongoing group for women who have experienced or are currently experiencing intimate partner abuse in any form – emotional, physical, psychological, etc. It provides a trauma-informed, nonjudgmental environment for participants to share their experiences related to IPV, give and receive support, and discuss topics related to safety, healing, and healthy relationships.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Intimate Partner Violence (IPV) Men’s Support Group
When: Every other Wednesday (virtually) from 7:00-8:15pm.

Description: This is an open, rolling-admission group for men who experienced or are experiencing intimate partner violence from their female partners. It offers a safe space to receive support from other men in similar situations, freely share their experiences about IPV, and feel heard and empowered. It is a judgment-free and trauma-informed space to discuss relevant topics related to IPV, such as safety, healing, and healthy relationships.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

SELF
When: Tuesdays 1:00-2:15pm

Description: This is an open support group for women who have experienced any form of sexual assault or sexual abuse. The group offers a safe and supportive space to share experiences, build connections, and foster healing. Discussions are guided by the principles of the SELF framework (Safety, Emotions, Loss, and Future), to help members explore their healing journey at their own pace, while focusing on emotional support and mutual empowerment rather than a structured curriculum.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Untamed (6-week Anger Group)
When: Wednesdays from 6:15-7:30pm, in-person, starting September 30th and ending November 4th

Description: This is a safe anger expression, regulation, and healing group. This trauma-informed group is designed for women who are survivors of interpersonal violence and sexual assault. Through psychoeducation, body-based practices, and coping skills, participants will learn healthy ways to express and regulate anger, strengthen emotional resilience, build healthy boundaries, and support their healing in a safe, empowering, and supportive environment.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Seeking Safety (Women’s Group)
When: Every other Thursday (virtually) from 12-1:15pm. The group is currently on hold but will resume as soon as sufficient interest is expressed.

Description: This is an open, rolling-admission group for female survivors of trauma and substance use. This group is also appropriate for survivors who may think substance use is a factor in their life. Seeking Safety is a judgment-free and trauma-informed space to discuss relevant topics related to trauma and substance use, such as healthy coping skills, managing trauma symptoms, coping without substances, cultivating safe and supportive relationships, and how to feel good about yourself

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Processing Beyond Trauma
When: Thursdays from 12:00-1:15pm

Description: The group is only open to clients who have completed a full cycle of Beyond Trauma.

This group is a continuation of the Beyond Trauma support group. This group is focused on trauma processing and giving/receiving support amongst group members.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

STAIR
When: TBD. This workshop is currently on hold but will resume as soon as sufficient interest is expressed.

Description: This is a one-time workshop that aims to increase awareness, understanding, and regulation of emotions, and will include strategies that focus on the body, thoughts, and behaviors. The workshop will also explore interpersonal skills to support each survivor’s relationships with others. The session is limited to 6 participants.  

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Shelter Support Group
When: Wednesdays (in-person) from 5-6pm (based on client interest)

Description: This is an open, drop-in support group for CURRENT Shelter residents, offering a safe, welcoming
space to connect with others, receive emotional support, and explore topics related to healing, coping, and resilience. Participants are invited to share experiences, build community, and learn practical strategies for navigating the challenges of this transitional period in a confidential and trauma-informed environment.  

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Circle of Security
When: TBD. The group start date and format (in-person or via Zoom) will be contingent on client interest. Group sessions will be up to 2 hours.

Description: This is an 8-10 week group to help parents and caregivers understand and connect with their children and build healthy relationships. Participants must be committed to consistent attendance, as concepts build throughout the curriculum.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Corazon de Mujer
When: 1st and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 6:30-7:45pm. This group is currently on hold but will resume as soon as sufficient interest is expressed.

Description: “Corazon de Mujer” is an open support group for survivors of trauma. It aims to help women connect and build supportive relationships while discussing common experiences. During our small group sessions, you will learn about coping mechanisms, remember your strengths, listen to other women’s experiences, and share your own (if you wish), and you will be accepted for who you are, without judgment or discrimination. The support group will focus on reflection, tips to manage anxiety, depression, stress, isolation and give us the opportunity to improve each day using coping skills.

“Corazón de Mujer” es un grupo abierto de apoyo para sobrevivientes de trauma. Tiene como objetivo ayudar a las mujeres a conectarse y construir relaciones de apoyo mientras discuten experiencias comunes. Durante nuestras sesiones íntimas en grupo, aprenderás sobre los mecanismos de adaptación, recordarás tus puntos fuertes, escucharás las experiencias de otras mujeres y compartirás las tuyas (si lo deseas), sin juzgar y sin discriminación. El grupo de apoyo se centrará en la reflexión, consejos para manejar la ansiedad, la depresión, el estrés, el aislamiento y la oportunidad de mejorar cada día utilizando habilidades de afrontamiento.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Group for Kindergarten – 2nd Grade
When: TBD based on client availability
Parent sessions: TBD
Child sessions: TBD

Description: The content and purpose of this group will be tailored to the interests and needs of the clients requesting it. Potential areas of focus may include: witnessing intimate partner violence in the home, processing trauma, strengthening emotional regulation, developing healthy relationship skills, building coping strategies, and other related topics identified by participants.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Group for Middle Schoolers
When: TBD based on client availability

Description: The content and purpose of this group will be tailored to the interests and needs of the clients requesting it. Potential areas of focus may include: witnessing intimate partner violence in the home, processing trauma, strengthening emotional regulation, developing healthy relationship skills, building coping strategies, and other related topics identified by participants.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

Group for High Schoolers
When: TBD based on client availability

Description: The content and purpose of this group will be tailored to the interests and needs of the clients requesting it. Potential areas of focus may include: witnessing intimate partner violence in the home, processing trauma, strengthening emotional regulation, developing healthy relationship skills, building coping strategies, and other related topics identified by participants.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.

EMDR C-G-TEP (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing Child – Group – Traumatic Events Protocol)
When: TBD. The group is currently on hold but will resume as soon as sufficient interest is expressed.

Description: This is a 3-week in-person group for children who have experienced a traumatic event. The group is
focused on building grounding and stabilization skills and individually processing trauma through guided instruction
by an EMDRIA Certified therapist. During processing, participants are not required or encouraged to discuss details
of their traumatic events with the group in order to avoid cross traumatization of group members. This is an amazing
opportunity to experience the healing power of EMDR in a safe group setting.

To submit a request to join, call our 24-Hour Hotline at 301-662-8800.