Coping with Infertility-The First Thursday of Every Month
The experience of infertility can be a physically, emotionally, and socially taxing journey for so many couples and individuals. Many infertile women have depression and anxiety levels equivalent to those of women with terminal illness. For men, the struggle with infertility can cause grief, identity challenges, and interpersonal struggles.
While infertility affects 1 in 8 couples, people often express that they feel isolated and alone in their struggle to come to terms with this unexpected life circumstance. Led by Julie Luzarraga, an experienced therapist who has worked with many couples facing infertility, this monthly workshop is open to men and women who are looking for support and to learn new ways to cope with infertility.
A different topic is discussed each month and no pre-registration is required. For more information, please call Julie Luzarraga at (402) 502-1024, ext. 290, or email her at juliealuz@midtownmind.com.
SCHEDULE FOR 2010
September *****Date is changed to September 9th at 7 PM**** Coping Strategies
This group willfocus on different coping skills to mitigate the social, emotional and physical stressors of coping with infertility. Learn positive approaches and get new ideas from tohers.
October 2010: Making Decisions
With trying to conceive comes may decisions we have never expected to attempt to make. This group will focus on how to make decisiosn about treatment, information sharing with family and friends and working with your partner when you diferent opinions.
November 2010: Coping with the Holidays
For many who are trying to conceive the holidays start with "back to school" ads and last through the winter holidays. Learn ways to cope with all the aspects of holidays and support others sharing the same experience.
December 2010: His and Hers Differences
Mena nd women tend to cope with stress differently. This is also true when coping with infertility. This group will focus on ways to bridge these differences and identify strengths in each.
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