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    Faith-Based Christian Counseling

    Parent Support Group in Norfolk & Virginia Beach

    Parenting is hard, and you weren't meant to do it alone. This small group is a place for parents to be honest, be encouraged, and learn alongside others walking the same road — led by Christine Respess of Rapha Counseling Services.

    At a Glance

    Next Session

    Dates announced soon

    Schedule

    Sessions will run in rotating cycles, so there will be regular opportunities to join

    Format

    In person in Norfolk / Virginia Beach, with a virtual option planned

    Group Size

    Details coming soon

    Led By

    Christine Respess, Counseling Intern, Rapha Counseling Services, Inc.

    Details will be finalized soon. Join the interest list and we'll reach out as soon as dates are set.

    A Place to Be Honest About Parenting

    Between the exhaustion, the worry, and the constant second-guessing, parenting can feel isolating — especially when it looks like everyone else has it figured out. A support group offers something individual counseling can't: the relief of hearing "me too" from other parents, and the encouragement of walking through it together.

    This group is for parents of children and teens at any stage — whether you're navigating a hard season with a specific child, feeling worn down by the day-to-day, or simply wanting a steady place to grow as a parent. It is faith-friendly, judgment-free, and open to parents of any background.

    "Parents give so much and are rarely given a place to be poured into themselves. That's what this group is for."

    — Christine Respess, Counseling Intern

    What the Group Will Offer

    Encouragement & Connection

    Real conversation with other parents who understand, without pretending to have it all together.

    Practical Tools

    Everyday strategies for communication, boundaries, discipline, and staying calm in hard moments.

    Support Through Hard Seasons

    A place to process a child's struggles, a family transition, or your own stress as a parent.

    Faith & Grace

    For those who want it, a hopeful, grace-filled view of parenting rooted in faith — always optional, never pressured.

    Confidential & Safe

    What's shared in the group stays in the group, so parents can be open.

    Rotating Cycles

    Sessions run in rotating cycles, so if the timing doesn't work now, there will be another opportunity to join.

    How It Will Work

    1

    Join the Interest List

    Send a quick email or give us a call to let us know you're interested. No commitment — you'll simply be the first to hear when dates are set.

    2

    We'll Reach Out with Details

    Once the schedule, format, and location are finalized, we'll contact everyone on the list with everything you need to know.

    3

    Join a Cycle That Fits

    Sessions run in rotating cycles, so you can join the one that works best for your schedule.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When does the group start?

    Dates are being finalized now. Join the interest list and you'll be the first to know as soon as they're set.

    Who is the group for?

    Parents and caregivers of children and teens at any stage. You don't need to be in crisis — many parents simply want encouragement and a steady place to grow.

    Do I need to be a Christian to join?

    No. The group is faith-friendly and hosted by a Christian counseling center, but parents of any background are welcome, and faith is never pressured.

    Is it in person or online?

    The plan is to meet in person in the Norfolk / Virginia Beach area, with a virtual option being explored. Final details will be shared with the interest list.

    What does it cost?

    Details on cost will be shared when the schedule is finalized. Rapha Counseling Services is a non-profit counseling center.

    What if I can't make the first cycle?

    The group is designed to run in rotating cycles, so there will be regular opportunities to join.

    Be the First to Know

    Add your name to the interest list and we'll reach out as soon as the first cycle is scheduled. No commitment — just a heads-up.

    Hosted by Rapha Counseling Services, Inc. · Serving Norfolk, Virginia Beach, and Hampton Roads

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