The purpose of the Mental Health Association in Delaware’s wellness groups is to facilitate recovery from mental illnesses by providing an opportunity for members to share their experiences in a safe, supportive and gently challenging environment.

No! Groups are closed to ensure safety and privacy, meaning registration is absolutely required before joining a wellness group. To register, please email Sydney Elliott at selliott@mhainde.org.

To register, please email Sydney Elliott at selliott@mhainde.org.

To ensure the safety of the members of our wellness groups, all groups are closed. Groups are only open to people who are registered and identify with the diagnosis (i.e. depression, anxiety) and/or the specific identity (e.g. LGBTQ). If you are a student looking to observe groups, we suggest looking for local 12-step groups including AA and NA.

No! All wellness groups are closed to ensure privacy and safety. If you are a student looking to observe groups, we suggest looking for local 12-step groups including AA and NA.

All MHA’s wellness groups are free.

There are usually between 5 and 12 people attending each group.

The wellness groups run on Eastern Time Zone.

There will be no wellness groups held on the following dates: February 19th, May 27th, June 19th, July 4th, September 2nd, November 11th, November 28th, and December 24th & 25th, 2024.

No! For in-person groups, we welcome people from nearby states. For virtual groups, we welcome people from across the country, and even internationally!

Our groups are peer-led, meaning that an individual who has been through the experience that the group is focused on (for example, an individual who has battled depression or lost a loved one to suicide) is trained to facilitate the group.

Wellness groups are not the same as group therapy and do not replace mental health treatment. The groups are most helpful and effective when used in addition to regular therapy and/or medication.

You do not need a diagnosis to join the wellness groups. If you are experiencing symptoms of a mental illness and could benefit from a wellness group, you are able to join with the understanding that the wellness groups cannot replace professional treatment nor provide diagnosing. If you are concerned about your mental health, we provide free mental health screenings that share results, recommendations and resources. To learn more, go here: https://screening.hfihub.com/mhainde

You can find the group norms for wellness group members by clicking here.

The strength of the group comes from each one of us giving and receiving support. However, feel free to remain silent or say, “I pass” if you don’t feel ready to speak out in the group right away. We hope you will share as soon as you feel able.

Our guidelines state that what is said in the group, stays in the group, and that each person’s right to anonymity and privacy is respected.

Groups meet virtually via Zoom and in person at several locations throughout the state in various churches and conference rooms. Please email Sydney Elliott at selliott@mhainde.org to register and find the exact location for the group you would like to attend.

Yes, our groups are for adults. If you are looking for a group for children or teens, you can contact MHA to try to help you find one in your area.