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Support Groups

Why Do We Have Our Groups & Meetings On Zoom and In-Person?

NAMI Contra Costa remains committed to supporting the community during and after the COVID-19 pandemic. For that reason, we are providing various Zoom support groups for both those impacted by mental illnesses and their loved ones. Our groups are listed below.

Online means use of Zoom, Hybrid can be attended from our NAMI CC Office or online, and in-person meets at a physical location.

Use the filter selector to find a support group most suitable for you. Please contact the group provider for more information.

AAPI Mandarin Connection

Meets weekly, 美西时间每周六晚8~9点 | Saturdays from 8:00 PM – 9:00 PM PST/PDT

AAPI患友互助
安全,隐私,温暖的互助小组。美西时间每周六晚8~9点服务于正经历或曾经患有心理健康问题的人群。


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 819 9695 4905
AAPI患友互助会议连结
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Yiwen (Yvonne) Wu
(925) 765-8232
yiwen.wu@namicontracosta.org

AAPI Connection Flyer in Mandarin Chinese

AAPI Mandarin Family Support Group

Meets biweekly, 每月第一個星期三 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM和第三個星期三 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

普通话家人/照顾者互助组

每月线上互助: 使用普通話及 NAMI 形式進行的互助小組,歡迎家人照顧者及患者參加, 免費入場。


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 976 0697 4509
普通话家人和照顾者互助组的会议连结
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Shelly Ji AAPI
(925) 765-8232
mandarin@namicontracosta.org

AAPI TAY Mandarin Support Group

Meets weekly, 每周星期六 6:00 PM-7:30 PM |Saturdays, 6 PM - 7:30 PM

普通话青少年互助组
每周线上TAY 青少年中文互助小组。使用普通话进行的互助小组,欢迎16到29岁,想来分享或者需要帮助互助的人参加,免费入场。


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 861 9019 9549
普通话青少年互助组会议连结
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Daisong (Leo) Li
(925) 765-8232
leo.li@namicontracosta.org

Yiwen (Yvonne) Wu
(925) 765-8232
yiwen.wu@namicontracosta.org

African American Family Support Group

Meets weekly, 4th Wednesday from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

For more information, assistance, and to RSVP, please contact the facilitator.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 875 3337 4219
African American Family Support Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Gigi Crowder
(510) 990-2670
gigi@namicontracosta.org

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African American Young Adult Support Group

Meets monthly, 4th Monday from 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.

Join our African American young adult-led support group! We provide emotional support, an opportunity to share your story, advice (on school, work, mental health, religion, and etc.), coping skills, discussion, and a space to build relationships/connections for young adults ages 18-32. Though the group is catered to and focused on the African American community, all are welcome to join.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 971 2627 0251
African American Young Adult Support Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Naomi Gashaw
(925) 765-9268
naomi.gashaw@namicontracosta.org

African American Young Women’s Group

Meets monthly, 3rd Friday from 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Welcoming all African American (AA) women from ages 17-29 including young mothers, graduates, any young women who would like to give and receive support from other young women in a judgment-free environment!


Zoom Meeting ID 1: ‭893 7178 5737‬
African American Young Women’s Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Akili Nuez-Mixon
(702) 234-4726
akili-nuez-mixon@namicontracosta.org

Conexiones

Meets weekly, Jueves, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM

¡TODOS TENEMOS SALUD MENTAL! ¡TODOS MERECEMOS APOYO! Los invitamos a un grupo de apoyo seguro, confidencial y gratuito para cualquier hispanohablante. 

Siéntase cómodo compartiendo experiencias con personas que han tenido vidas similares y con facilitadores capacitados para dar apoyo.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 841 4917 4780
Conexiones Enlace de Zoom
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Uriel Cardoza
(925) 433-1705
uriel.cardoza@namicontracosta.org

Faith-Focused Grief/Faith and Prayer Support Group

Meets monthly, 2nd Friday, from 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Join our African American-led support group to learn how to deal with grief, mental health, and other issues through spiritual tools and practices of faith. Though focused on African American spirituality and faith practices, non-African American attendees will not be excluded.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 949 3973 8351
Faith and Prayer Support Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
(Elder) Desiree Rushing
(510) 206-1281
desiree.rushing@namicontracosta.org

Family & Friends of Incarcerated Individuals Support Group

Meets monthly, Fourth Saturday at 10 AM

Please join our virtual Support Group for Family & Friends of Incarcerated Individuals. We provide an opportunity for participants to share their stories and build connections, as well as, offering non-clinical counseling, emotional support, coping skills, and resources.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 896 9493 1988
Family & Friends of Incarcerated Individuals Support Group Meeting Link
Facilitated by:
LaWanna Bradford
(925) 942-0767
lawanna.b@namicontracosta.org

Family Support Group

Meets biweekly, 1st and 3rd Mondays from 7 PM – 8:30 PM

For caregivers of loved ones living with or impacted by mental illness. Topics offered include social stereotypes and stigma, complex social dynamics, unpredictable aspects of the illness, advocacy, problem solving techniques, coping strategies, communication skills, and treatment options.

You can get information, crucial resources and access to a community of people who relate to your experiences in a confidential and safe environment.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 983 9317 0658
Zoom Meeting ID 2: 983 4603 3191
1st Monday's Meeting Link3rd Monday's Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Michele O’Keefe
(707) 410-0296
michele@namicontracosta.org

flyer for family online support group

Grupo de Apoyo Familiar Español

Meets weekly, Monthly on the first Tuesday, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Este grupo de apoyo esa confidencial y seguro que apoya a familiares, amigos o cuidadores de personas con problemas de salud mental.

Grupo de Apoyo Familiar Español Enlace de Zoom
Facilitated by:
Uriel Cardoza
(925) 433-1705
uriel.cardoza@namicontracosta.org

Healing Circle for Men of Color

Meets weekly, Every Wednesday from 5 PM to 6:30 PM.

Please join our Healing Circle for Men of Color, a safe space for men of color to process heavy emotions and receive support.

Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Luis Marroquin
(925) 318-1404
luis.marroquin@namicontracosta.org

Hiking Group

Meets biweekly, Mondays from 9:30 AM to 11 AM

Join us for an exercise and vitamin D-filled morning as we blaze the trails on a path to recovery!

A check-in will occur during the first 15-20 minutes, and trained facilitators will be available to offer support and encouragement. Physical maps of the trails will be on-hand for each hike, and we will go at a pace that accommodates all skill levels.

Disclaimer: NAMI CC is not liable for any injuries that might occur on a hike. First aid kit available.

For a more immediate response, day-of, please text this number:
(925) 269-9720

Location: Changes weekly, so please email the coordinator to find out the next location!
Facilitated by:
Olivia Henderson
(925) 765-9980
olivia.henderson@namicontracosta.org

hiking group flyer

LGBTQ+ Support Group

Meets weekly, Fridays, 2:30 PM to 3:30 PM

A free, confidential and culturally inclusive support group for LGBTQ+ individuals, families and allies. Feel safe sharing experiences amongst peers and trained LGBTQ+ identified facilitators.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 811 5432 9568
LGBTQ+ Support Group Meeting Link
Facilitated by:
Olivia Henderson
(925) 765-9980
olivia.henderson@namicontracosta.org

NAMI CC NCO Club

Meets weekly, Monthly, 2nd Thursday of each month.

NCO Club Purpose: To talk without judgement about our lived experience in the military and our lessons learned. This is a place to be to share “war stories” and chop it up about stateside and global experiences during active duty as well as experience with reentry upon discharge from active duty. 

These “Talk About It” sessions are intended to talk through anything and all things with nothing being off limits to the participants…but always done with decorum and respect. Our meeting will be mostly reconnaissance to establish a baseline for information exchange.

Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Phil Arnold
(925) 942-0767
philip.arnold@namicontracosta.org

NAMI Connection (In-Person)

Meets weekly, Tuesdays, from 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM

This support group welcomes all peers, with or without a diagnosis, to give and receive support in a safe, confidential space.

Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Carlos Mendoza
(925) 942-0767
carlos.m@namicontracosta.org

in-person connection support group flyer at NAMI Contra Costa

NAMI Connection Online

Meets weekly, Wednesdays and Fridays, from 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who’ve been there.

Now available to peers in an online format.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 950 5621 9162
NAMI Connection Online Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Olivia Henderson
(925) 765-9980
olivia.henderson@namicontracosta.org

Sheila Alarcon
(925) 942-0767
sheila.a@namicontracosta.org

Older Adults Support Group

Meets biweekly, 2nd and 4th Mondays, 6 PM to 7 PM

You will find people going through problems similar to yours.

Members may share personal experiences, offer emotional comfort, and provide practical advice.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 894 3849 7301
Zoom Meeting ID 2: 889 6810 7425
2nd Monday's Meeting Link4th Monday's Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Michele O’Keefe
(707) 410-0296
michele@namicontracosta.org

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Psychosis and Addiction (Dual Diagnosis) Support Group

Meets weekly, Tuesdays, 5 PM to 6 PM

We welcome anyone with lived experience coping with multiple diagnoses and co-occurring substance use. Discover your inner strength and empower yourself learning from each other, sharing coping strategies, and offering encouragement and understanding. Open to ALL.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 827 6270 7698
Dual Diagnosis Support Group Meeting Link
Facilitated by:
Ashley Ciullo
(925) 765-9406
ashley@namicontracosta.org

Greg Beckner
(925) 588-9281
greg.beckner@namicontracosta.org

Brendon Falk
(925) 942-0767
brendon@namicontracosta.org

Tagalog Support Group

Meets monthly, Monthly, 2nd Friday, from 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

Tagalog-speakers, join to give and receive support in a familiar language!


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 862 6324 1030
Tagalog Support Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Anthony (Tony) Marin
(925) 539-8850
anthony.marin@namicontracosta.org

tagalog support group flyer

TAY Support Group (In-Person)

Meets weekly, Saturdays, from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Get support from transitional aged youth peers who also have lived The support group provides a safe, confidential, and free support space for any young adult between the ages of 16 and 29 who is living with or has been impacted by mental illness. This support group encourages healthy coping mechanisms, mindset reframing strategies, and self-acceptance. 

Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Daisong (Leo) Li
(925) 765-8232
leo.li@namicontracosta.org

TAY Support Group (Online)

Meets weekly, Mondays, 6 PM – 7:30 PM

The support group provides a safe, confidential, and free support space for any young adult between the ages of 16 and 29 who is living with or has been impacted by mental illness. This support group encourages healthy coping mechanisms, mindset reframing strategies, and self-acceptance. 


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 824 8157 2895
TAY Online Meeting Link
Facilitated by:
Daisong (Leo) Li
(925) 765-8232
leo.li@namicontracosta.org

Writers’ Support Group

Meets monthly, 2nd Saturday from 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM

Open to peers, family members, and anyone interested in conveying their experience and perspective through the craft of writing. Participants have the opportunity to prepare pieces before group and do exercises during group, sharing poetry, short stories, personal narratives, etc.


Zoom Meeting ID 1: 894 3866 9717
Writer's Support Group Meeting Link
Location: 2151 Salvio St, ste v, Concord, CA 94520
Facilitated by:
Margaret Netherby 
(925) 942-0767