Groups

You do not need to grieve alone.

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Grief can follow many kinds of loss—relationships, health, roles, dreams, or unexpected life changes.  When loss touches your life, it can feel as though the ground has shifted beneath you. Even with people around, grief can be deeply isolating, especially when you are the one holding things together for others.

This group offers a space to lay some of that burden down. With others who are also grieving, there is room to breathe, to speak, and to feel without pressure or judgment. You will be met with care, respect, and the steady, healing presence of being truly heard.

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REGISTRATION

Interested participants should complete our interest form or email us at intake@berkeleychristiancounselors.org

Our Intake team will send a brief Intake + Consent Form and our Notice of Privacy Practices.

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Walk-ins: Please arrive 10 minutes early to complete paperwork.

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COST: Free!

Participation is covered through the generous contribution of the Care Department at the First Presbyterian Church of Berkeley.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this therapy?
A: This is a facilitated support group, not individual therapy, though it is led by professional clinicians.

Q: Is this faith-based?
A: The group is hosted by Berkeley Christian Counselors at FPCB. All are welcome, regardless of faith background.

Q: Can I just walk in?
A: Walk-ins are welcome, please arrive 10 minutes early to complete intake paperwork.

Q: How many sessions should I attend?
A: Participants can attend as many sessions as they like.

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Caring for others can be deeply meaningful and deeply exhausting.

If you're supporting a loved one through illness, disability, aging, or mental health challenges, you may find yourself giving so much that there's little space left for your own needs. This group is a place to lay some of that weight down.

There’s no agenda, no pressure to have it all figured out. Just a welcoming circle of fellow caregivers, guided by a thoughtful facilitator, where you can share honestly, listen deeply, and be reminded that you are not alone.

Come as you are. There’s strength in showing up.

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In Person:  

       Mondays, 4 pm-5:30 pm
10/19/26 - 11/23/26
       McKinley 310
       2410 Channing Way
        Berkeley, CA
        
Drop-ins welcome

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NEXT STEPS

If you're interested in joining, please complete this Registration Form

Can't make these times and want to know about the next session? complete this short interest form.

This spring’s group will be guided by a new facilitator, who will continue the tradition of creating a supportive and welcoming space for caregivers.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is this therapy?
A: This is a facilitated support group, not individual therapy, though it is led by professional clinicians.

Q: Is this faith-based?
A: The group is hosted by Berkeley Christian Counselors at FPCB. All are welcome, regardless of faith background. Evangelism is not a part of the group.

Q: Can I just walk in?
A: Walk-ins are welcome, please arrive 10 minutes early to complete intake paperwork.

Q: How many sessions should I attend?
A: Participants can attend as many sessions as they like.

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Participant Feedback

FOUR STARS!!!

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Simply realizing that other people are struggling with similar issues was very valuable.  Reinforcing that it’s okay to struggle when I’m not “the one with the problem”

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Many people at church feel “invisible,” with not much energy to reach out.  This felt like a great balance between formal care and informal connection.

Could your marriage or intimate partner relationship be better?  Committed partnership can be viewed as a fun game, if both partners know the rules and learn to play by them.

When you know the rules and you learn and practice the skills, committed partnership can be a deep force for good - for yourselves, your family, and even for humankind.Scott and Tara Leiker have been navigating the waters of committed partnership for 3 decades - both personally and professionally - and want to share with you what they've learned.

Join us for an afternoon workshop to learn what rules you're good at playing by and what rules and skills could use some development.

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