Join other children of immigrants in fostering a space where grief has room to breathe

The goal of this group is to create a sense of community, support, and camaraderie as we explore, name, and experience our collective and individual grief as the children of immigrants. The objectives are to engage in reflective writing, share our reflections, speak truth to our grief, and offer encouragement and support to one another.

When: First Sunday morning of the month from 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. CST

Where: Virtual via Google Meet

Who: For adults who are the children of immigrants, currently living in the US, who are experiencing distress around the current US administration's unlawful and unethical deportation efforts. All are welcome, whether their parents/caregivers and loved ones are undocumented, filed for asylum or residency, have obtained US citizenship, or other circumstances. 

Language: This meeting space is held in English, but if you speak a language other than English or find that the language better captures your emotion, it is encouraged to use that language in any reflective writing we may do.

Cost: This group is free. If anyone participating or aware of this group would like to directly support an organization doing urgent work with a local immigrant population, a $25-$50 donation to CILC Madison is recommended. Should you donate, please provide a screenshot of a donation receipt so that I may keep track of how this group supports CILC Madison’s efforts.

Disclaimer: This space is not therapy. I am a psychotherapist and hold my licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy. I will not be using therapeutic interventions, engaging in assessment, or offering services to any group members. I will use grounding techniques and mindfulness to support group members. This group is not for those experiencing a mental health crisis, who may be at significant risk of harm to themselves or others and are in need of 1:1 support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please review non-punitive crisis support options here.

This space is not a writing critique or feedback space. The writing is a tool for connection and reflection and you do not have to have experience with writing to join.

This group will not be recorded for safety purposes.

For more detailed information, please visit the Grief Writing for Children of Immigrants page.

August 3rd Registration Form

Join other children of immigrants in fostering a space where grief has room to breathe

The goal of this group is to create a sense of community, support, and camaraderie as we explore, name, and experience our collective and individual grief as the children of immigrants. The objectives are to engage in reflective writing, share our reflections, speak truth to our grief, and offer encouragement and support to one another.

When: First Sunday morning of the month from 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. CST

Where: Virtual via Google Meet

Who: For adults who are the children of immigrants, currently living in the US, who are experiencing distress around the current US administration's unlawful and unethical deportation efforts. All are welcome, whether their parents/caregivers and loved ones are undocumented, filed for asylum or residency, have obtained US citizenship, or other circumstances. 

Language: This meeting space is held in English, but if you speak a language other than English or find that the language better captures your emotion, it is encouraged to use that language in any reflective writing we may do.

Cost: This group is free. If anyone participating or aware of this group would like to directly support an organization doing urgent work with a local immigrant population, a $25-$50 donation to CILC Madison is recommended. Should you donate, please provide a screenshot of a donation receipt so that I may keep track of how this group supports CILC Madison’s efforts.

Disclaimer: This space is not therapy. I am a psychotherapist and hold my licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy. I will not be using therapeutic interventions, engaging in assessment, or offering services to any group members. I will use grounding techniques and mindfulness to support group members. This group is not for those experiencing a mental health crisis, who may be at significant risk of harm to themselves or others and are in need of 1:1 support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please review non-punitive crisis support options here.

This space is not a writing critique or feedback space. The writing is a tool for connection and reflection and you do not have to have experience with writing to join.

This group will not be recorded for safety purposes.

For more detailed information, please visit the Grief Writing for Children of Immigrants page.

September 7th Registration Form

Join other children of immigrants in fostering a space where grief has room to breathe

The goal of this group is to create a sense of community, support, and camaraderie as we explore, name, and experience our collective and individual grief as the children of immigrants. The objectives are to engage in reflective writing, share our reflections, speak truth to our grief, and offer encouragement and support to one another.

When: First Sunday morning of the month from 10 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. CST

Where: Virtual via Google Meet

Who: For adults who are the children of immigrants, currently living in the US, who are experiencing distress around the current US administration's unlawful and unethical deportation efforts. All are welcome, whether their parents/caregivers and loved ones are undocumented, filed for asylum or residency, have obtained US citizenship, or other circumstances. 

Language: This meeting space is held in English, but if you speak a language other than English or find that the language better captures your emotion, it is encouraged to use that language in any reflective writing we may do.

Cost: This group is free. If anyone participating or aware of this group would like to directly support an organization doing urgent work with a local immigrant population, a $25-$50 donation to CILC Madison is recommended. Should you donate, please provide a screenshot of a donation receipt so that I may keep track of how this group supports CILC Madison’s efforts.

Disclaimer: This space is not therapy. I am a psychotherapist and hold my licensure in Marriage and Family Therapy. I will not be using therapeutic interventions, engaging in assessment, or offering services to any group members. I will use grounding techniques and mindfulness to support group members. This group is not for those experiencing a mental health crisis, who may be at significant risk of harm to themselves or others and are in need of 1:1 support. If you are experiencing a mental health crisis, please review non-punitive crisis support options here.

This space is not a writing critique or feedback space. The writing is a tool for connection and reflection and you do not have to have experience with writing to join.

This group will not be recorded for safety purposes.

For more detailed information, please visit the Grief Writing for Children of Immigrants page.

October 5th Registration Form