You're in the right place if you want to learn about aromatherapy, essential oils, natural health, hormonal balance, alternative health and green living. Meet with other local people who are interested in these topics. Essential oils are also powerful tools for enhancing your spiritual life. We learn about essential oils, their effects on the body, mind and emotions and how to integrate essential oils into other modalities like healthy cooking, massage therapy, accupuncture, dentistry, reiki …

This is a group for massage therapists, yogi's, acupuncturists, reflexologists, and others professional bodywork practictioners. Our goal is to create an active networking community of therapists/bodyworkers in order to: -help to generate referrals between different bodywork specialists. -fascilitate discussions on issues related to our fields/specialties. -fascilitate discussions on marketing strategies and business ideas. -Help to organize events to educate the public on massage therapy and …

I found that Austin is lacking an active, free support group for individuals who are struggling with eating disorders (such as Bulimia, Anorexia, Binge-Eating Disorder, etc.) or that have struggled in the past. This group is for people of all ages who have any type of eating disorder, or for those who are currently in recovery, to give and receive support from others who really understand. Additionally, because eating disorders can often be isolating, this group is also a "social" group in which …

Austin Therapists Professional Development Group Welcome new friends! This enjoyable group is for therapists (all types), counselors (LPC's, LCSWs, Psychotherapists, Psychologists), health practitioners, life coaches, interns and students who are interested in learning, developing, improving, expanding upon and mastering the art of their craft or field of study.This group is for ALL levels. Sincere interest in professional development within the field of service and healing is the primary criter …

The intention of this group is to create an inclusive space for a diverse group of women seeking  community support around the universal experience of loss.  Forming an interdisciplinary approach to loss, Laura Shook, a Somatic Psychotherapist and Ellen Whealton, a Music Therapist with a background in Transpersonal Psychology, have teamed up to create an environment where women can enhance their understanding of the mind-body connection in relation to healing. Meetups include, but are not limit …

The Austin Young Widow/Widowers Support Network is an informal support and social group for young widows and widowers.  This group is not meant to provide therapy or be a substitute for therapy; however it is a place to feel welcome and understood.  We want you to know that you are not alone.  We offer the opportunity to meet other widows and widowers who truly understand what you are going through as you deal with the loss of your spouse/partner. We offer monthly meetings and the opportunity to …

The AOMA Mind-Body Meetup group is hosted by AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine. The community classes at AOMA aim to transform lives and communities through a comprehensive informal curriculum in integrative medicine. AOMA's faculty of master teachers offer classes to the public that delve into natural health including healthy cooking, mindfulness, movement therapies, and mind-body practices. You can study taiji (tai chi) and qigong (chi gung) with the masters. Our mind-body classes t …

This group is intended to bring children who have chronic illsness such as JRA,SLE and other chronic childhood medical conditions (rheumatic,autoimmune..) together. So they can be a support for each other ,enjoy each other 's company. Basically a forum to meet. Also for the parents/care givers of these children to meet and share their wisdom and support.  All ages welcome. I am working on plans  for information sessions around issues concerning their diseases such as management of chronic pain, …

Sheng Zhen Austin is a community of dedicated Sheng Zhen Qigong practitioners in Austin, Texas. Sheng Zhen Qigong, also known as Sheng Zhen Wuji Yuan Gong, is a system of standing, seated, and lying down qigong forms and contemplations. It promotes healing unique to each person and can accelerate the healing process.

We are a massage exchange group.  Members can be licensed massage therapists or just individuals that have an interest in giving and receiving massage. I will be hosting a meeting about once a month at my home in SW Austin.  I am a licensed massage therapist and I run a private practice out of my home, but I hope this group can be more about people that just love to give and receive massage.   A mix of licensed therapists that want to share their knowledge, and people that just want to be able …

Welcome to SMART Recovery®, a science-based addiction recovery support group—where participants learn self-empowering techniques to aid their recovery through mutual-help face-to-face and online meetings and services. No matter what your addiction, SMART Recovery tools and techniques can help you overcome the behavior. SMART Recovery uses tools based on scientifically proven methods for addiction recovery such as Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy (REBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) t …

I'm a psychotherapist and host information and discussion meetings in my office regarding resources related to the topics below and emotional well-being. Parents are invited to get to know each other and connect around shared experiences. I answer questions and share information about psychology, parenting and counseling. The following topics rotate according to the posted schedule: Building Strong Attachment Positive Parenting: Conflict and Discipline Single Parenting Life Working Mothers of Y …

Art Therapy Austin offers workshops and Open Studios for the community. These workshops are geared for people who want to bring creativity back into their lives.

Urban Zen is a peer-led group in which we meditate, share, and explore the integration of Zen practice with modern daily life.  No previous experience with meditation or Zen necessary!  We meet Monday nights from 7:30 to 9:00 at Austin Zen Center.  There is also an optional meditation instruction and posture clinic at 7:00. Check out our website and Facebook page. http://www.facebook.com/urbanzenpractice http://urban.austinzencenter.org/ 7:30 Introduction 7:40 Zazen (meditation) 7:55 Dharma Talk …

The purpose of this support group is to provide a place where Austin Pagans can gather and discuss issues facing them in their lives and receive support and assistance from the Austin Pagan community. “Pagans” can include Wicca, Asatru, Heathenism, Hermeticism, Shamanism, or any other non-mainstream belief that follows “the Old Ways”. Issues that could possibly come up during a meeting might include depression, anxiety, relationship issues, addiction, insecurities, past trauma, and any other iss …

Want to learn more about essential oils and aromatherapy and how they play a part in living chemical-free in your home, hormonal balance, weight loss, reducing or eliminating the use of chemical-laden medications, and alternative health? You've found the right place! Essential oils are also highly effective in increasing spiritual awareness. You will learn how essential oils can be used in every aspect of your life (mind, body and spirit). Balancing the body so it can return to its' natural stat …

The Communal Healing Project is a collective of healing arts practitioners in Austin, Texas. We seek to heighten the awareness in our community of the various forms and techniques used for healing and wellness. By creating sacred spaces, we intend to bring healing practices to the masses under one shared roof. By collaborating and communing with our fellow practitioners, we encourage heart centered awareness and healing for, with, and by each other. As we heal ourselves, we heal each other and t …

Have you been in recent break up and finding yourself needing more support? Want to feel connected to other women who are going through something similar? Then this group is for you. With the holidays coming up, this can be a very emotional time for newly single women. Having a weekly support system during this adjustment period can help you heal and move forward. The group will be lead by a therapist, Linder Dwyer, who specializes in relationships. She will help create a safe space for the grou …

We are a group of Austin parents, professionals and families who want to know more about how vision works, as our technology increases, what is the cost to our eyesight? Driving, studying, concentrating and learning are all intimately connected to vision. Some of us have experience improving our vision through vision therapy and others have an interest in how cognition and IQ are related. Our goal is to share our stories, experiences and how we can help each other "see" a brighter future for our …

Yoga in the water is a new and exciting modality for a yoga practice. Many students may find yoga on a mat somewhat limiting or frustrating, and may have difficulty getting into certain poses. The pool is an amazing place to experience the many benefits of yoga. It allows access to individuals that find yoga on a mat challenging. The feeling of weightlessness in the water takes the stress out of challenged joints and stabilizes them to free muscular tightness or discomfort. Experienced yoga stud …