support groups

Connection strengthens recovery. Support groups provide opportunities to share experiences, learn from others, and build supportive relationships with people who understand your challenges.

We offer a variety of support groups for individuals facing mental health concerns and substance use disorders. Each group is designed to create a welcoming and respectful environment where participants can develop coping skills, find encouragement, and discuss their unique recovery journeys.

Our groups are designed to be welcoming and accessible. Some are drop-in peer support groups, while others are facilitated groups that require enrollment.

Peer Support Groups (Drop-In)

These groups are led by trained Peer Support Specialists—individuals who have lived experience with mental health or substance use recovery. Most groups are drop-in, meaning you can attend whenever it works for you.

ABCs of Depression

Facilitated by Christine DuBois, CPRS

Connect with others who understand what it's like to live with depression while learning new coping skills using cognitive behavioral techniques.

Thursdays, 5:30-7 p.m.

Fredericksburg Clinic

600 Jackson Street

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Family Support Group

Facilitated by Kris Ringhoffer, CPRS, FSP

Raising children with mental health challenges can feel isolating. Connect with other parents of children under 18. Group offered in partnership with NAMI Rappahannock.

First and Third Wednesday of each month

3 p.m.

Virtual meeting, via Zoom

Meeting ID: 872 4441 6925

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Rock'N Recovery

Facilitator: Ash Jaderborg, RPRS

Find support and connection to help with your substance abuse recovery in this online support group for men.

Thursdays, 3-4 p.m.

Virtual meeting, via Teams

Meeting ID: 252 086 585 770 28
Password: j6ja6aU3
This meeting is for men only.

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SMART Recovery

Facilitator: Cara Diggins, RPRS

Find support using a science-based approach to recovery, where we learn real life habits in order to cope.

Wednesdays 12-1 p.m.

Virtual meeting, via Teams

Meeting ID: 844 3938 1397
Password: 465092

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Serenity Sisters

Facilitator: Cara Diggins, RPRS

A safe space for women in recovery

Tuesdays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Virtual meeting, via Teams

Meeting ID: 292 284 655 363 14
Password: wu6p3p3z

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Remodeled Recovery

Facilitator: Mason Lee, RPRS

Find support and connection to help with your substance abuse recovery in this online support group.

Mondays, 12:30-1:30 p.m.

Virtual meeting, via Teams

Meeting ID: 283 415 711 727 55
Passcode: 29EM2VS7

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Anxiety: What, Me Worry?!!?

Facilitated by Christine DuBois, CPRS

Discover tools for coping with anxiety while talking with others who understand the impacts of chronic worrying.

Mondays, 4-5 p.m.

Fredericksburg Clinic

600 Jackson Street

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Hunger for Hope

Facilitator: Mason Lee, RPRS

Find support for your substance abuse recovery in this in-person support group.

Fridays, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

Fredericksburg Clinic

600 Jackson Street

Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Voices, Visions, and Unique Experiences

Facilitator: Kelly Argueta, RPRS

A peer-led group that provides space to share experiences of voices, visions, and other unique perceptions. Connect with others who understand and explore ways of making sense of and coping with these experiences together.

Wednesdays 2-3:30 p.m.

Fridays, 3:30-5 p.m.

In person Wednesdays; virtual Fridays. Email [email protected] if you would like to be part of either group.

Facilitated Support Groups

In addition to peer-led groups, RACSB also offers some groups facilitated by licensed clinicians. These groups provide structured support and therapeutic guidance and require enrollment.

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LGBTQ+ Adult Support Group

This therapist-led group provides a supportive space for adults who identify with the LGBTQ+ or Queer community to explore mental health, identity, relationships, and personal growth in a safe and affirming environment.

This group has rolling admission, so new participants can join at any time.

Details

Led by a clinician
Open to adults who identify as LGBTQ+ or queer
Participants must be open to RACSB services
Most insurance plans are accepted, including Medicaid
Self-pay options are available

How to Join
Contact [email protected] or call 540-373-3223, ext. 4399.

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