Mental Health Support Group (Peer-Led)

This is a Peer-Led Group. Please see disclaimer at bottom for more Info.

IMPORTANT WAITLIST POLICY: The library conference room has a strict capacity of 15 people (including the host), so only 13 RSVP spots are available to stay safely within those limits. If the event is full and you’re on the waitlist, please do not attend unless Meetup moves you to the confirmed RSVP list. Waitlist spots DO NOT guarantee entry, and anyone without a confirmed RSVP will be turned away to comply with library rules. Only RSVPs are guaranteed. People on the waitlist may be accommodated only IF there are spare spots available.

Welcome! If you are seeking community around mental health or are seeking a safe place to share whatever is on your mind, you've come to the right place. All adults are welcome regardless of religion, background, sexuality, race, etc. We will have thought-provoking conversations that center on Mental Health, Healing & Connection.

When/Where: Naper Boulevard Library Conference Room, Located on the Lower Level, on Saturday, December 13th. Group runs from 10:30 am-12:30 pm. The Library Address is as follows: 2035 S Naper Blvd, Naperville, IL 60565.

Group Agenda: At the beginning of each group, we will go around the room and do a check-in. Everyone will state their name, answer a simple icebreaker, and then pose a topic to the group that they wish to discuss OR let the group know if they just want to do a personal sharing. A personal sharing is defined as anything that involves the person opening up about a struggle they have had, are currently having, or will have. You can also share stories about yourself or personal successes. Once check-in is complete, the floor will be open to peer-led discussion.

Note: This group is what YOU make of it. If you come seeking advice from peers, you will get it. If you just want to vent, you will be satisfied. If you attend group and don’t want to share at all, you don’t have to.

What to Bring: Nothing! Just yourself, an open mind, and an open heart :)

DISCLAIMER:
I am not a therapist or licensed mental health professional. I’m a human being, just like you, seeking to build community around the topic of mental health. While I have personal experience participating in and facilitating similar groups, I do not have any clinical training or professional credentials.
This is a peer-led support group and is not a substitute for professional therapy, counseling, diagnosis, or crisis intervention. I fully encourage anyone who feels the need to seek help from a licensed professional.
No one in this group—including myself—is responsible for your well-being. If asked, I can share a simple list of local or online professional resources. This list is offered as a courtesy, based on basic public research. I do not personally endorse or vet any specific provider, and it is your responsibility to evaluate whether a resource is right for you.
By joining this group, you acknowledge that participation is voluntary, peer-based, and not a form of professional care. We’re here to support each other in community—but ultimately, each of us is responsible for our own mental health journey. The hope is that no one has to walk that path alone.

# GROUP GUIDELINES

1. Lead with kindness and tact.
   When giving feedback or responding, keep it gentle and respectful — no harshness, judgment, or criticism.
2. We’re not here to “fix” anyone.
   Everyone’s journey is their own. Our goal is to listen, support, and create a space where people feel safe to share openly.
3. Let people finish before speaking.
   Please don’t interrupt or talk over others. Save any questions or responses until the person sharing is completely finished.
4. Keep politics out of discussion.
   This is a safe space for people of all backgrounds and beliefs. Let’s focus on shared understanding and support.
5. Phones put away, please.
   Keep phones out of sight during group. If you need to use your phone, step outside quietly and rejoin when you’re done.
6. Respect differences.
   Differing opinions are totally okay — just remember to stay kind, open-minded, and respectful even when you disagree.
7. Sharing is always optional.
   You never have to speak if you don’t want to. “Passing” is always welcome — listening is participation, too.
8. Confidentiality matters.
   What’s shared in group should stay in group. While confidentiality can’t be guaranteed, it’s a promise we make to ourselves and each other to respect everyone’s privacy.
9. Take care of yourself.
   If something feels heavy or overwhelming, it’s always okay to step outside for a breather and come back when you’re ready.
10. Share the space.
    We have a limited time together, so please be mindful of how long you speak. Make room for others who might also want to share.