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Hi all,
It's with tremendous sadness that I'm announcing that I have to put the group on indefinite pause starting on 8/7/25. The group fell into my lap in April 2015 (long story to that) and I've been running it since then, for over 10 years. But I have to step back to take care of myself and my family. I hope to restart the group in the future, so for right now, I'm putting it on indefinite pause. I hope you all will continue to hang out together. The friendships you guys created are invaluable. If you have any questions, you can message me here or follow the latest at the nonprofit I run, Better Because Collective. You can also join the email list for simple, sweet, and short emails full of anxiety combating tips.
With care and compassion,
Rebecca Massie
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About us: OCD, anxiety, and all the twists and turns of the human experience can be a lot, but here, you don’t have to filter yourself. I started this group because I know firsthand how isolating it can feel when no one around you truly understands, but connection changes everything. This group is an easygoing, no-pressure space where we talk, laugh, vent, or just hang out—whatever feels right in the moment. There’s no structure and no judgment, just people who want to build a space where we can be real with each other. However you’re feeling, whatever’s on your mind, you belong here.
Meeting location discontinued after 8/7/25
Accessibility info: There is street parking on the same block as the meetup and a free-of-charge parking lot a block away. The meeting space is wheelchair and mobility aid accessible. There are wheelchair and mobility aid accessible bathrooms at Starbucks and Peet’s, which are both a block away. The meeting space is scent-free. Please refrain from wearing anything scented, including scented shampoo, lotion, dry-cleaned clothes, etc. This ensures that the group is safe for people with chemical sensitivities.
COVID safety info: The space is indoors with a ton of ventilation. Masking is optional at this time.
Warmth and comfort: Remember to wear warm clothes and bring a throw blanket since I'll have the garage door open for ventilation/COVID safety.
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See all- Discuss life with OCD and other mental health experiences54 Iris Ave, San Francisco, CA
Hi all,
It's with tremendous sadness that I'm announcing that I have to put the group on indefinite pause starting on 8/7/25. The group fell into my lap in April 2015 (long story to that) and I've been running it since then, for over 10 years. But I have to step back to take care of myself and my family. I hope to restart the group in the future, so for right now, I'm putting it on indefinite pause. I hope you all will continue to hang out together. The friendships you guys created are invaluable. If you have any questions, you can message me here or follow the latest at the nonprofit I run, Better Because Collective. You can also join the email list for simple, short, and sweet emails full of anxiety combating tips.
With care and compassion,
Rebecca Massie
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About us: We're a friendly unstructured peer support group for anybody 18+ who lives with OCD, anxiety, and related experiences. Our group is a safe space to hang out, talk about anything on our minds, form friendships, create community, and get support.Location: We meet at 54 Iris Ave, San Francisco, CA 94118
Look for a blue building with silver banding and palm trees in the front with an open garage door. In the garage, a bunch of chairs will be set up in a circle with people sitting together and socializing.Accessibility info: There is street parking on the same block as the meetup and a free-of-charge parking lot a block away. The meetup space is wheelchair and mobility device accessible. There are wheelchair and mobility device-accessible bathrooms at Starbucks and Peet’s, which are both a block away. The meeting space is scent-free and low light. Please refrain from wearing anything scented, including lotion, dry-cleaned clothes, etc. This is to ensure that the group is safe for people with chemical sensitivities.
COVID safety info: The space is indoors with a ton of ventilation. Masking is optional at this time.
Warmth and comfort: Remember to wear warm clothes and bring a throw blanket since I'll have the garage door open for ventilation/COVID safety.
