The West Los Angles Emotional Support Meetup is designed to support, to educate, and to introduce alternative ways of coping and alleviating disturbing thoughts and feelings. Dr. Ray will discuss the basic processes of the brain under stress; how…

“ sex abuse survivors ”

“ Just need to talk with others about dealing with my MDD- Major Depressive Disorder, and Anxiety, but mostly my Depression. Going through some tough times right now. ”

“ I am a 37yr old female that lives with Bipolar Disorder and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. I'm looking for some advice and info on Medical services in my area. I'm not currently in therapy or taking medication(for 5mo), so I am seeking local help. ”

“ I have many different interests, among them are hiking, camping, jogging, arts, science, science fiction, museums, music and having new adventures. I would like to start a small business and/or work at home. It's so hard to decide which group to join, b ”

“ looking for birthparents ”

“ Live free or die! ”

“ My name is Olivia and I am a survivor of Child Sexual Abuse. I live in the City of Pico Rivera and wish to join a support group where I can relate to people and people relate to me. I am now 36 and still struggle with feelings of fear and anxiety. ”

“ PTSD support group ”

“ I need to have a place to talk with other survivors of abuse or depression. I was drugged and assaulted 2 years ago and after finally getting through that, I was recently raped. I'm crumbling and I need the company and support of people who get this. ”

“ I'm a survivor of different types of abuse ”

“ Hi, I've had bp most of my life and come by it the old fashioned way: both parents, a grandparent, an uncle, and I believe both my siblings are also "blessed". My family is like a good brownie: mostly sweet, with alot of nuts. ”

“ Hello my name is Lisa and I am a survivor of various child abuses and I would like to find a child abuse survivors meeting that i can attend to be heard and supported. ”

“ My name is Vivien and i was diagnosed with BPD 3 years ago in Vancouver Canada. I came to Los Angeles CA 2 months ago and i would like to meet other people who are like me. I feel alone and it would help if we can have a support group meeting every week. ”

“ Hi! I have been suffering with anxiety and depression since I was a little girl. I would like to join a group with people who can relate to what I have been through, and maybe we can help each other out. It would be great to know that I am not alone. ”

“ "I want these local Meetups as a way to educate our community. ”

“ My mother is a gambling addict... I've seen and felt what addictions do to families and friends... And I suffer from depression because of it... I'm hoping to meet others in order to share support... and to find others who understand. ”

“ I'm dealing with early teen abuse that I thought I had buried. My abuser just contacted me to apologize and I am overwhelmed by feelings. It's proving to be very difficult to function right now. ”

“ hello my name is ricky and I'm a adult survivor of childhood abused, and I would like to hear from people with the same background, to share and talk about ways of healing. me gustaria tambien conocer gente que hable espanol. ”

“ Hello, I'm Marina and I just love clothes. I go to Santa Monica and get some of my clothing from Russian stores. I like European style clothes- they just seem more classy. ”

“ I'm a pro photographer working on a mixed media piece on women who self-mutilate. This is to empower those who struggle with the cumpulsion, NOT to glamourize the disease. Contact kchristensenphotos@gmail.com ASAP to tell your story. Best, K ”

“ Hi. I moved from San Diego a year ago. Nice to meet everyone. ;) ”

“ I want local Panic Disorders Meetups because I would like to meet others who have troubles with anxiety. A lot of people dont understand how hard it can be to have these troubles and I think it would be nice to have others to talk to who understand. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I think it would help people to meet other people that are going through the same thing. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i was a victim of Domestic Violent. I been divorce for 15 years and i still can't free myself, I'm mad at myself for allowing this man to have that much control ove me. my family say get over it, it been 15 years i ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel I am in a emotionally abusive marriage and would like to talk to other people who have been in the same situation. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am a survivor of Domestic Violence. I want to get out there and help this fight in any way I can. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am interested in helping myself and others ”

“ I would like meetups where I can talk about the pain and all the emotions I am going through and get healthy. I am looking for support and understanding. Just began dealing with all of this....almost 19 years after it happened. ”

“ I've been in a series of emotionally, physically and sexually abusive relationships. I'm now in recovery. I have no idea how to have a healthy relationship with another person. I'm also relatively new in Long Beach ”

“ Hello, I was abused as a young child by a family member and have confronted my family about it as an adult. My family doesn't want to deal with it at all so I am seeking to interact with other survivors who may be able to relate. ”

“ roberta ”

“ I'm Stacy and have been in an emotionally abusive relationship/marriage for almost 4 years. ”

“ I gave my baby up to my sister which, I knew it'd be a mistake. She is 8 now and forgot to give me a mother's day card. I was crushed. I gave her up because I had postpartum depression and ptsd - intrusive thoughts that scared me. I'm suicidal of it ”

“ Looking forward to listening,helping, and having a great time with Women who just want to let their hair down! ”

“ MY NAME IS CELESTE ”

“ Hi, I'm Beth ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I feel that sometimes I have problems controlling my anger and I feel lonely at times... ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I'd like to have an in person support group. For anyone interested in online support, I recommend the sexual abuse survivor group on www.tribe.net. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because I am looking for a safe place to be supported. ”

“ I'm looking for meetings for a Polish'speaking I know, because he doesn't speak much English, and he really needs the help. ”

“ I want these local Meetups because i want to get to meet poeple ”

“ I want local PTSD Meetups because i'm involved with the VA and need more people like me who have PTSD from childhood abuse not combat. ”