This is community and you belong here.
Our Wild Hearted Women are ready to put themselves out there, lean into vulnerability and fear to be seen, heard, and supported by a group of their peers.
Summer Session Starting in July
Find connection, support, and acceptance in an intimate group of women.
Are you tired of not getting out what you put into relationships? Do you find yourself worried about burdening your loved ones? Maybe you’ve tried to put yourself out there but meeting new people hasn't always gone well. Maybe you've found yourself feeling "not good enough" or thinking “it must be me” when things haven’t gone well in relationships.
Everyone struggles in relationships for different reasons.
For some it’s related to family history, for others it was being bullied or left out growing up, or for others, there’s not been the opportunity for the types of connections they’ve been wanting. Relationships are hard and rejection can lead to thinking it must be your own fault, this can make it scary to join a new community.
This is your opportunity for a different experience in a safe and supportive environment.
We work hard to create a space that is welcoming and open that allows you to be yourself and connect with other women despite any fears or hesitations. Wild Hearted Women is your chance to put yourself out there and learn new ways of connecting with a group of women who are learning too. In Wild Hearted Women, you will get to intimately know your group members, learn about vulnerability and shame and why it’s so hard to put yourself out there, and experience what it’s like to be accepted exactly as you are, unconditionally.
Wild Hearted Women members find themselves looking forward to each session, thinking about the other members, and reaching out to each other in tougher times.
This is a space to be unapologetically yourself, to be seen, heard, and accepted for who you are, to receive support and be supportive in return. You’ll be amazed at how much you have in common despite apparent differences.
Wild Hearted Women members find themselves looking forward to each session, thinking about the other members, and reaching out to each other in tougher times.
This is a space to be unapologetically yourself, to be seen, heard, and accepted for who you are, to receive support and be supportive in return. You’ll be amazed at how much you have in common despite apparent differences.
You'll Uncover...
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What's been holding you back...
We'll empower you with information about relationships and challenges with connection that we think every woman needs to know. This is the stuff we wish they taught in schools. We'll talk about what's gone awry before, not feeling good enough, lack of confidence, and more. |
New connections...
You’ll build relationships within the group. The support the group members give each other is by far the richest part of the experience. You will get to actively give back to your group members as they validate and encourage you. |
How to put it into practice...
You get to take what you’ll learn and apply it in your personal life, in your relationships. Not only that but you’ll have connection of the group to come back to and share how things are going and get feedback. |
The details
We meet the same day and time each week, for 90 minutes, with the same women, for 8 weeks, and the cost is $300 per session.
Groups run Wednesdays or Thursdays 6:00-7:30 PM. Wednesdays with Nikki are in person @ our office in Sopo, Thursdays with Amanda will meet virtually through a secure video platform. All you need is a link we will email you, no special software or accounts are needed.
After we schedule a phone call with you for a meet and greet, you’ll be added to the group that best suits your needs, phase of life, and with women who you're more likely to have things in common with. The expectation is that you can make it each week as your group members will be relying on your ability to be there. The real value of this experience lies in the connections you build with each other, you don't want to miss out on that.
The first session is spent doing some real get to know you exercises with the facilitator guiding the process. You get to meet each person individually to help feel more comfortable talking to each other and to start building connections.
Ground rules will be set that everyone can agree upon. Anything from swearing, or phone use, to keeping what’s discussed in the group private.. Then each week will start with a quick check-in about how everyone is doing.
You get out what you put into this group, the more you open up, allow yourself to be brave and vulnerable, the more you feel connected to the other group members and you’ll see just how alike you all are.
Where we go from there is up to you! This will be your chance to really interact with each other, respond to each other’s concerns or worries, and talk about anything that’s been on your mind. Previous group members have brought up everything from excitement about a niece or nephew being born, to contemplating divorce, to painful childhood struggles that still haunt today, and more.
Groups run Wednesdays or Thursdays 6:00-7:30 PM. Wednesdays with Nikki are in person @ our office in Sopo, Thursdays with Amanda will meet virtually through a secure video platform. All you need is a link we will email you, no special software or accounts are needed.
After we schedule a phone call with you for a meet and greet, you’ll be added to the group that best suits your needs, phase of life, and with women who you're more likely to have things in common with. The expectation is that you can make it each week as your group members will be relying on your ability to be there. The real value of this experience lies in the connections you build with each other, you don't want to miss out on that.
The first session is spent doing some real get to know you exercises with the facilitator guiding the process. You get to meet each person individually to help feel more comfortable talking to each other and to start building connections.
Ground rules will be set that everyone can agree upon. Anything from swearing, or phone use, to keeping what’s discussed in the group private.. Then each week will start with a quick check-in about how everyone is doing.
You get out what you put into this group, the more you open up, allow yourself to be brave and vulnerable, the more you feel connected to the other group members and you’ll see just how alike you all are.
Where we go from there is up to you! This will be your chance to really interact with each other, respond to each other’s concerns or worries, and talk about anything that’s been on your mind. Previous group members have brought up everything from excitement about a niece or nephew being born, to contemplating divorce, to painful childhood struggles that still haunt today, and more.
Amanda Bucci, MS is now accepting new members our virtual summer session in July.
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Amanda's group runs on Thursdays through our virtual platform. Email your facilitator, Amanda Bucci, MS and she will connect with you to set up a phone call. This will be your chance to hear more about the group, get any questions you may have answered, and to see if it's good fit.
Amanda Bucci has her Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and had previous co-facilitated Wild Hearted Women, creating a calm, open, nonjudgemental atmosphere that let's you relax, let your guard down, and work towards being comfortable in the group. |
Nikki Wetherell, LCPC, LADC, CCS is now accepting new members for our in person summer session starting in July.
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Nikki's Wednesday night group will meet in person. Email her today to schedule a phone call consult. You can get any questions you may have answered and find out if it's a good fit for you.
Nikki started Wild Hearted Women after hearing about the lack of connection women were experiencing. During a workshop she presented on women's wellness, the participants acknowledged how great it was to sit in a room with other women and get real about things. |
How do I know if this is right for me?
It’s normal to feel nervous about joining a group like this, we hear it a lot.
The time spent in the first couple sessions helping the members get to know one another will help calm those fears. We screen each member to ensure that you are in a group with women you can relate to and are in similar phases of life.
If you feel ready to get to know an inspiring group of women, to acknowledge and face your fears, and ti give support to other women who are putting themselves out their and speaking their truths, you have a seat at this table.
Our group members tell us how much they enjoy the company and care of the other women and how much they look forward to meeting each week. Give yourself that gift of connection and community.
The time spent in the first couple sessions helping the members get to know one another will help calm those fears. We screen each member to ensure that you are in a group with women you can relate to and are in similar phases of life.
If you feel ready to get to know an inspiring group of women, to acknowledge and face your fears, and ti give support to other women who are putting themselves out their and speaking their truths, you have a seat at this table.
Our group members tell us how much they enjoy the company and care of the other women and how much they look forward to meeting each week. Give yourself that gift of connection and community.
Frequently Asked Questions:
How many weeks are in a session? Each session is approximately 8 weeks long
Do I have to attend every session? By signing up, you are committing to the whole 8 week session. We hope you can make them all but, if you have to miss one that's ok.
How do I access the calls? We will email you a link to the secure video call, we use Google meet but you do not have to have gmail or a google account to join. You'll just click the link each week.
How is this support group different than therapy groups? Therapy groups use diagnosis of mental health conditions and treatment planning in a group setting instead of one on one therapy. This support group is about connection, building relationships, getting out of your comfort zone. It's more than socializing but not focused on mental health solely.
Can I use my insurance? No, this is not an insurance based service because it's not therapy, this allow us to avoid the use of diagnosis and treatment planning as dictated by insurance companies. Women's issues are not disorders in our view.
How many women are in the group? There will be no more than 8-10 women to keep this group small and allow enough time for everyone to participate.
Is it confidential? The expectation is group members respect each other's confidentiality.
I'm nervous, this is outside of my comfort zone! Most of the women feel that way at first and that's normal! There will be a lot of time to get to know each other better and to get more comfortable.
Do I have to talk a lot? Yes and no. The more you step out of your comfort zone the more you will get out of the group. You should share as you feel ready and safe to do so but a lack of sharing can take away from the intimacy of the group.
How do I register? Contact Amanda at Amanda@viragowellness.com to inquire about openings for our next session.
Do I have to attend every session? By signing up, you are committing to the whole 8 week session. We hope you can make them all but, if you have to miss one that's ok.
How do I access the calls? We will email you a link to the secure video call, we use Google meet but you do not have to have gmail or a google account to join. You'll just click the link each week.
How is this support group different than therapy groups? Therapy groups use diagnosis of mental health conditions and treatment planning in a group setting instead of one on one therapy. This support group is about connection, building relationships, getting out of your comfort zone. It's more than socializing but not focused on mental health solely.
Can I use my insurance? No, this is not an insurance based service because it's not therapy, this allow us to avoid the use of diagnosis and treatment planning as dictated by insurance companies. Women's issues are not disorders in our view.
How many women are in the group? There will be no more than 8-10 women to keep this group small and allow enough time for everyone to participate.
Is it confidential? The expectation is group members respect each other's confidentiality.
I'm nervous, this is outside of my comfort zone! Most of the women feel that way at first and that's normal! There will be a lot of time to get to know each other better and to get more comfortable.
Do I have to talk a lot? Yes and no. The more you step out of your comfort zone the more you will get out of the group. You should share as you feel ready and safe to do so but a lack of sharing can take away from the intimacy of the group.
How do I register? Contact Amanda at Amanda@viragowellness.com to inquire about openings for our next session.
