Groups

What IS LOVE?   Weekend toolkit for ALL stages and Ages

Speak the same language of love and watch your relationship grow with intimacy and joy!
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This workshop is designed for couples at any stage of their relationship to help renew and strengthen communication for greater intimacy. Transform conflict into connection and love by learning new tools gained from hands-on role plays. This workshop will leave you feeling renewed and hopeful.

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• Live therapist feedback on conflict navigation
• Create a plan for problem resolution
• Develop strong communication skills rooted in relationship research.

Learn more about this event.

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NEXT STEPS

1) Complete this registration form and make payment.

2) The week of the event, you will receive a reminder email with all required details, including parking instructions, directions, and room location

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Spaces filled? Want to be notified of future sessions? Add yourself to our wait list and interest form

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We’re here to assist you every step of the way, so feel free to reach out with any questions. We can’t wait to have you join us!

Spaces are limited!

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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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Two times to participate

Online:  Mondays @7pm-8pm
9/22/25-11/17/25 no session on 10/13
Link provided after registration
       No drop-ins

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In Person:  Thursdays @6pm-7pm
9/25/25-11/20/25 no session on 10/16
       2410 Channing Way
        Berkeley, CA
        Drop-ins welcome

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NEXT STEPS

If you're interested in joining, please complete this short interest form and we’ll follow up when registration opens.

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Facilitated by Libby Jackson, AMFT. Under the supervision of Anna Loscutoff, LCSW

Libby Jackson earned her Masters in Counseling Psychology with an emphasis in Trauma Informed Care from Holy Names University.  Libby has extensive experience and knowledge in aging, caregiving and health navigation.  As an undergraduate she studied human development over the lifespan and the effects of aging on families. Through her ability to foster an environment where participants can feel safe to share their fears and challenges; she has helped families to navigate the caregiving process and provided support during grief and loss.  Libby is also a caregiver for her mother with firsthand experience of the challenges faced when caring for loved ones. “I am passionate about providing relief to those that struggle with daily caregiving responsibilities.”

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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.

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I appreciated Libby’s listening.  She made sure everyone was heard and managed the rhythm of the group very well.

When someone you love dies, it can feel like the world has shifted beneath your feet. Even with people around, grief can be isolating—like no one quite understands what you're carrying. Sometimes, you're the one holding everything together for others, staying strong because others need you to be.  This group is a place to lay some of that burden down.

In the company of others who are also grieving, there is room to breathe, to speak (or not speak), and to feel without pressure or judgment. You’ll be met with care, respect, and the simple healing power of being truly heard.

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This group offers support and allows you to connect to others. You do not need to grieve alone.

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NEXT STEPS

If you're interested in joining, please complete this short interest form and we’ll follow up when registration opens.

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Relationship Development and Sustainability

6th and 7th graders will learn new skills to help them feel more confident in their friendships, manage their emotions, and communicate better with others. Whether it’s dealing with tough feelings, balancing social media, or making real connections, we’ll practice together and share ideas on how to make relationships stronger. During the group, they’ll also have a chance to talk about how things are going and get support from others. Our goal is for everyone to walk away with practical tools that help them build meaningful friendships and feel more connected—both online and in real life. 

@Harbor House Ministries

Harbor House Ministries commissioned this enrichment group for their Middle School Youth!  If you are interested in running a similar class for your group contact us at info@berkeleychristiancounselors.org. 

Groups can be run with or without faith integration

Preparing for Transitions and the Future

In Vibe Check: Leveling Up, 8th graders will  focus on how to handle the changes that come with growing up—like the transition to high school, balancing social media, and dealing with their thoughts and feelings about the future. They will learn ways to manage emotions, find balance, and explore what success might look like for them. We’ll also talk about how to cope with feelings of exclusion, deal with anxiety around things like college, and understand the questions they might have about faith. Our goal is to help them feel more confident as they prepare for high school and beyond, and to give them the tools to navigate the journey ahead with a healthy mindset. ‍

@Harbor House Ministries

Harbor House Ministries commissioned this enrichment group for their Middle School Youth!  If you are interested in running a similar class for your group contact us at info@berkeleychristiancounselors.org. 

Groups can be customized for your age group with or without faith integration.