The Mommy Movement Support Group

  • Work-Life Balance

    Over the course of nine weeks, the Mommy Movement will be exploring the concept of finding balance. For us high-achieving professional moms, it’s about managing the constantly shifting demands of work and family in a way that feels fulfilling and supports our well-being. Instead of aiming for a perfect 50/50 split, it’s more about arranging things so that both our careers and families reflect our values. Finding that balance usually means building routines and support systems that allow us to meet our professional goals, be present for family moments, and still have time for ourselves. If you are interested, click “Join the Movement” to complete a brief interest form, and Marissa will contact you with joining the movement.

    A one-time payment of $400 is due at the time of registration. A flexible payment plan is also available upon request—please contact us for details.

    Anticipated Meeting Dates:

    1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5, 2/12, 2/26, 3/5, 3/12, 3/19

    from 6:00-7:30

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  • Support Systems

    In the second quarter, The Mommy Movement dives deep into building support systems. For us high-achieving professional moms, support can come from all kinds of places—resources, relationships, and systems that help us tackle the unique challenges of juggling our careers and families. This support can be anything from emotional to practical, formal to informal, and it’s there to help us thrive both at work and at home. With these support systems, we’re better able to take care of ourselves, stay resilient, and reach our goals with a little more ease. If you are interested, click “Join the Movement” to complete a brief interest form, and Marissa will contact you with joining the movement.

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  • Managing Stress

    In the third quarter, The Mommy Movement is all about tackling stress. For us high-achieving professional mothers, stress isn’t just the everyday kind—it’s that intense, constant pressure from balancing our careers, families, and personal goals all at once. It’s a mix of work demands, emotional burnout, and the high expectations we put on ourselves to succeed both as professionals and as mothers. This stress can feel even heavier because time for self-care is so limited, and we often hold ourselves to really high standards in every area of life. If you are interested, click “Join the Movement” to complete a brief interest form, and Marissa will contact you with joining the movement.

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  • Family Trauma (Drama)

    In the fourth quarter, we’ll wrap up the year by talking about family trauma and drama. For us high-achieving professional moms, this means diving into unresolved issues and conflicts—often passed down through generations—that can weigh on our mental health, relationships, and our balance between work and family. These experiences bring up all kinds of emotions and memories for us, whether they’re tied to painful past events or current stress. They can really affect our well-being, parenting, relationship dynamics, and daily life. If you are interested, click “Join the Movement” to complete a brief interest form, and Marissa will contact you with joining the movement.

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 FAQs

  • The primary distinction between individual therapy and a support group lies in the setting: individual therapy involves only the client and the therapist, while a support group consists of multiple participants sharing the space.

  • Psychoeducational groups and support groups have distinct objectives. Psychoeducational groups are designed to educate participants on particular aspects of mental health, coping mechanisms, or life skills. In contrast, support groups concentrate on offering emotional support and a platform for members to share their experiences. They provide a communal space for individuals to bond over common struggles without an explicit educational component.

  • Support groups offer a welcoming environment for individuals with shared experiences, challenges, or objectives to connect without fear of judgment. These groups create a secure and considerate setting for reciprocal support and comprehension. Members exchange stories and gain encouragement and affirmation from peers who empathize, all while accessing resources for their path. Becoming part of a support group can cultivate a sense of belonging, alleviate loneliness, and promote individual development and recovery.

  • Each session will last between 60-90 minutes long.

  • Upon entering, there will be light refreshments. The support group will start with an icebreaker, and then we will go straight into the day’s topic, which will lead our support group. The group is informal, which allows group members to share freely.

  • The support group is in-person and is located in Homewood, Illinois. After you register, you will receive the exact address by email.

  • While most support groups operate without a set curriculum, our support group will have a structured agenda that we will strive to adhere to the group's needs.

  • All required items for the group will be supplied at the beginning. If additional items are needed, you will be notified during group registration.

  • The support groups hold nine sessions that convene weekly in the evenings.

  • The total cost of the support group is $200, which is required at registration.

  • A minimum of seven mothers and a maximum of ten is required. This range promotes both closeness and variety, fostering connections, guaranteeing personal attention, offering diverse viewpoints, and enabling the formation of a supportive network.