I found that Austin is lacking an active, free support group for individuals who are struggling with eating disorders (such as Bulimia, Anorexia, Binge-Eating Disorder, etc.) or that have struggled in the past. This group is for people of all ages who have any type of eating disorder, or for those who are currently in recovery, to give and receive support from others who really understand. Additionally, because eating disorders can often be isolating, this group is also a "social" group in which …

This is a support group for people with sacroiliac joint dysfunction. Many people have this ailment and don't realize it, and many people who know they have it don't realize there are non-surgical treatments that can completely cure the condition. Symptoms include lower back pain, buttocks pain, sciatica, and groin pain in some people. People with SI dysfunction often experience pain sitting or standing in one position for very long. Wikipedia provides an excellent introduction to the condition …

    Fibromyalgia Educational Support Group     You can manage your symptoms of fibromyalgia or chronic fatigue. Receive support and share concerns with others affected by pain, fatigue, sleep problems and more. Meetings offer a variety of self-care topics through speakers or open forums, shared personal experiences and coping strategies, informational handouts and a lending library.   2012 schedule : march 14 , may 9th , July 11th , Sept 12,  Nov 14 th  7 pm  Pleasant Hill Library 211 E. William …

We decided to start this group after taking a NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) family-to-family education class. Each member of this group has a relative with schiozophrenia, bipolar disorder, clincial depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder or borderline personality disorder.  Our purpose is to support and educate each other. Anyone in the Austin or surrounding communities who has a family member affected by mental illness is welcome!

If you are interested in eating healthier and making long term changes in your diet this is the group for you. I created this group to help inform and empower others about the importance of good health. Do you want to know how you can increase your energy and boost your metabolism without drugs? If so this group is for you, this group will cover a variety of topics that have to do with health and how the food you eat affects your health. Are you looking for ways to lose weight naturally and actu …

     This group is for those suffering from Rheumatoid Arthritis or other forms of debilitating arthritis.  We get together once a month to share information we as individuals have found helpful and might help others in group. We offer emotional support to one another and help each other through the often hard times that come with RA.  In addition we found the best perscription for arthritis is laughter and we do alot of that too.  I hope you'll come check out one of our meetups and the wonderfu …

Some say that Austin just isn't the same anymore... But can you name somewhere that is? Thought so... Many of the "old school" hippies in Austin have changed also but the spirit is still here and in our present fear-based world of social manipulation we need the healthy hippie spirit more than ever. Join us as we seek out and enjoy the fun and adventure in the Austin of today as a hippie in recovery or a neo-hippie who doesn't partake in alcohol, drugs, mood altering substances but still believe …

This solution-oriented group provides a place for members with chronic pain to discuss ideas regarding coping with and minimizing their pain. As a group we will provide support and education regarding various pain conditions. Meetings will usually be 2 hours in length, but people can come and go as needed.

Welcome to the Austin Secular Divorce/Separation Support Meetup Group! The purpose of our group is to share social experiences while going through a transition in marital status. Our membership includes persons considering divorce, separated, in the divorce process, or who have finalized the divorce. We meet, we share, we vent... but above all else, we support one another in whatever stage we are in. Our meetups are social in nature and are driven by the membership. There is no set schedule. As …

HOW CAN A BODY POSITIVE & HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE APPROACH TO LIFE HELP ME? Is your life on hold while your strive for a "goal weight"?  Research shows fat's role in health is exaggerated.  People of all sizes can make choices that support fitness and health. "Today I will be good to myself." is the essence of Health At Every Size (sm). Moving our bodies, savoring foods we like and respecting ourselves are all elements that lead to health and greater happiness. …

HOW CAN HEALTH AT EVERY SIZE(SM) HELP ME? Is your life on hold while your strive for a "goal weight"?  Research shows fat's role in health is exaggerated.  People of all sizes can make choices that support fitness and health. "Today I will be good to myself." is the essence of Health At Every Size (sm). Moving our bodies, savoring foods we like and respecting ourselves are all elements that lead to health and greater happiness. Accept and care for yourself by listening to your body's signals. …

NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults with mental illness regardless of their diagnosis. Every group is offered free of charge. We meet every Wednesday night from 6:45 to 8:15. Groups are led by trained individuals who are also in recovery – people who understand the challenges we face.   NAMI Connection groups offer a flexible and casual environment without an educational format, and no registration or enrollment obligation is required.   Austin State Hospital 4110 Guadalupe …

I'm starting this group to help fathers who are raising children with a BPD mother or those who separated from a borderline and are looking for advice and support. I've spent the last several years attempting to protect my 4 y/o daughter from my wife's BPD. Watching your children emotional health being destroyed by a BPD mother is a horrific experience. This group is for those of us who are dealing with this hell every day. Living with a borderline is a very lonely experience. Friends, family an …

PERSONAL GROWTH & SUPPORT SYSTEM so you can MAXIMIZE YOUR STRENGTHS & MINIMIZE YOUR STRUGGLES. We are looking for people who want to move forward in their lives! This is about being self empowered to live the life you desire. So don't isolate, come visit, have a few laughs and feel better about yourself by the end of the MEETUP!  Is ADHD a curse or a blessing for you? We are a support group that will welcome you, listen and never judge. You can share your feelings and experiences or just sit bac …

Learn EFT in a group setting, and practice together to achieve mastery. The first 30 minutes of each session will provide a brief introduction for new people. Then we will work together to address specific issues. This group is for all levels, including beginners with no experience as well as more experienced people who want the support of a group. ABOUT EMOTIONAL FREEDOM TECHNIQUES: According to Gary Craig, founder of Emotional Freedom Techniques, "EFT is an emotional, needle-free version of ac …

Synergy Fitness Austin was born as an idea with a simple focus: Inspire, encourage, motivate and lead others to healthier, happier living. This is  achieved through three core aspects: making fitness fun, education about whole food nutrition, and long term friendships based on encouragement, motivation and accountability. We believe that the synergistic combination of these three core values (fitness, nutrition, relationship) is critical to helping our friends and clients achieve a healthier, ha …