Support Groups

Twice a week the women of Alpha House gather together to receive support and guidance from each other.  As a group they discuss a variety of issues, share their lives, struggles and joys, and of course learn from each other and the group leader.

One group is lead by the women's counsellor.  This group focuses on issues related to all types of abuse and the consequences that result.  Understanding issues and realizing that others share similar emotions is a large part of healing.  It is also a factor of preventing another abusive relationship.

The other group is lead by the children and parenting counsellor.  The focus of this group is parenting.  A huge variety of interesting topics are covered in parenting group.  Together the women can discus challenging situations that will arise within the family, whether that be potty training with toddlers, or dating and curfews for teenagers.  Mom's are given the tools, knowledge and encouragement they need in order to increase self esteem in their own children, teach problem solving skills, and prevent the cycle of abuse from continuing.  Plus, there is nothing better than positive and challenging feedback from another mom.