Online Support Group in partnership with Dr. Hamad Al Sinawi Caregivers of individuals with dementia frequently report experiencing high levels of stress. It can be overwhelming to take care of a loved one with Alzheimer's or other dementia, but too much stress can be harmful to both of you. This group can be a place of respite for you, your family, and your loved ones. You can share, learn from other members, and find new ways to cope with daily pressure of looking after a loved one.

This group is in cooperation with REACH Therapy This group will run once every 2 months This group is ideal for parents, professionals, and caregivers of children with autism spectrum disorders (ASD). We also encourage attendance from those working with children with developmental delays in communication, behavior, and social skills. This is a wonderful chance to connect with parents and families with experiences similar to yours. You can share your personal story, or simply listen and learn from other parents.  Welcome to Houna Initiative Support group. We've created this group to give our community members a safe and non-judgmental place to share one another's experiences, and support one another through difficult times.

Support Group in Collaboration with Mindsome This group will run 4 times a month Stress may be a driving factor for common mental illnesses, stress management support groups are incredibly helpful tools for those attempting to cope and live with daily stress. Welcome to Houna Initiative Support group. We've created this group to give our community members a safe and non-judgmental place to share one another's experiences, and support one another through difficult times. It is incredibly important that you follow our group rules. If any member is found to be in breach of the rules, we will remove them from the group. We want this to be a safe space for everyone to use, and will therefore not tolerate any form of abuse or discrimination.

Support group in collaboration with Mindsome This group will run twice a month Depression is one of the most common mental health illnesses known worldwide, and is responsible for affecting an estimated 3.8% of the population. Support groups are incredibly helpful tools for those attempting to cope and live with daily stress. Welcome to Houna Initiative Support group. We've created this group to give our community members a safe and non-judgmental place to share one another's experiences, and support one another through difficult times. It is incredibly important that you follow our group rules. If any member is found to be in breach of the rules, we will remove them from the group. We want this to be a safe space for everyone to use, and will therefore not tolerate any form of abuse or discrimination. We truly hope this will be a useful group for you all and we wish you all health and happiness!

Support Group in Collaboration with Etizan Therapy, This group will run twice a month Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental illness that causes repeated unwanted thoughts or sensations (obsessions) or the urge to do something over and over again (compulsions). Some people can have both obsessions and compulsions.   OCD isn’t about habits like biting your nails or thinking negative thoughts. An obsessive thought might be that certain numbers or colors are “good” or “bad.” A compulsive habit might be to wash your hands seven times after touching something that could be dirty. Although you may not want to think or do these things, you feel powerless to stop. We've created this group to give our community members a safe and non-judgmental place to share one another's experiences, and support one another through difficult times. It is incredibly important that you follow our group rules. If any member is found to be in breach of the rules, we will remove them from the group.

This session given by Shaikha Majda Al Sabah will go over the basics of joining a support group with Houna.  You will learn what to expect, what is expected of you, how a support group typically runs, and the great benefits you can recieve.