Upcoming events.
Becoming Parents with a Strong Foundation: Online Therapy in Overland Park, KS & Across Kansas
Becoming Parents with a Strong Foundation: Online Therapy in Overland Park, KS & Across Kansas
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 6:
Session Focus:
Review previous topics of the group, including stress management strategies, resources for help, and what meaning statement will help participants endure the struggles that arise as new parents.
Session Purpose:
Integrating the information learned over the course of the group to give participants confidence in their transition to being parents.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
At the end of the group, participants will have strategies and a meaning statement they can bring with them into the next chapter of parenthood.
Becoming Parents Who Lead with Values: Online Counseling in Kansas
Becoming Parents Who Lead with Values: Online Counseling in Kansas
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 5:
Session Focus:
Identifying support and learning the importance of asking for help.
Session Purpose:
Help participants identify current resources and ways to ask for help to manage the difficult transition.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Participants will be able to identify at least one resource to aid them in the transition to parenthood.
6-Week Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy Group Program
6-Week Marriage Counseling & Couples Therapy Group Program
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7171 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Jade Harris, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 6: Integration & Sustainable Growth
Session Focus:
Consolidating learning and planning maintenance
Session Purpose:
Ensure long-term application of skills beyond the group
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Identify priority tools for your relationship
Create personal relationship mission statement
Establish daily/weekly practice schedule
Parenting Skills for Managing Big Emotions in Toddlers, Kids, and Teens
Parenting Skills for Managing Big Emotions in Toddlers, Kids, and Teens
Event Description:
If you are currently struggling to help your child regulate their big emotions, you are not alone!
This group session, led by two student therapists, will help you navigate helping your child with emotional regulation.
We will discuss steps involved in emotional regulation, concrete strategies to help with it, and how to talk to your child about big emotions.
We’ll also discuss strategies to become more emotionally aware yourself so that you can transfer your calm state to your child.
If you want some practical guidance on how to help your child manage big feelings, this is the group for you.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for parents (single, married, cohabitating) with children from toddler age to teenagers.
Date & Time:
Saturday, April 18th, 2026: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park, KS Location:
7171 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per family (two parents/caregivers), due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Lucy Katter and Marshall Campbell, students at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Focus, Purpose and Objectives for the Group:
Session Focus:
We will explain emotional regulation and co-regulation and strategies to regulate big emotions.
Session Purpose:
For parents to learn the basics of co-regulation so they can help their children with emotional regulation.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
To give parents concrete strategies to help themselves and their child(ren) manage big emotions.
Becoming Parents Under Stress: Emotional Regulation in Kansas (Online Group)
Becoming Parents Under Stress: Emotional Regulation in Kansas (Online Group)
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 19th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 4:
Session Focus:
Exploring potential obstacles, including relational ones, with adjusting to parenthood.
Session Purpose:
Preparing parents-to-be for typical challenges by identifying ways to manage them.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Participants will be able to identify practical ways to manage issues that arise during the transition.
Overland Park Couples Therapy: 6-Week Relationship Skills Group
Overland Park Couples Therapy: 6-Week Relationship Skills Group
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7171 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Jade Harris, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 5: Shared Meaning & Conscious Partnership
Session Focus:
Building integrated relational culture
Session Purpose:
Create shared vision while maintaining individual authenticity
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Define shared and individual dreams
Practice conscious partnership dialogue
Develop secure approach to future planning
Parenting Through Big Emotions: Strategies to Help Your Child Regulate Feelings
Parenting Through Big Emotions: Strategies to Help Your Child Regulate Feelings
Event Description:
If you are currently struggling to help your child regulate their big emotions, you are not alone!
This group session, led by two student therapists, will help you navigate helping your child with emotional regulation.
We will discuss steps involved in emotional regulation, concrete strategies to help with it, and how to talk to your child about big emotions.
We’ll also discuss strategies to become more emotionally aware yourself so that you can transfer your calm state to your child.
If you want some practical guidance on how to help your child manage big feelings, this is the group for you.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for parents (single, married, cohabitating) with children from toddler age to teenagers.
Date & Time:
Saturday, April 11th, 2026: 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Leavenworth, KS Location:
205 S 5th Ste, Ste 22
Leavenworth, KS 66048
Pricing:
$30 per family (two parents/caregivers), due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Lucy Katter and Marshall Campbell, students at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Focus, Purpose and Objectives for the Group:
Session Focus:
We will explain emotional regulation and co-regulation and strategies to regulate big emotions.
Session Purpose:
For parents to learn the basics of co-regulation so they can help their children with emotional regulation.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
To give parents concrete strategies to help themselves and their child(ren) manage big emotions.
Grief Support Group (Week 10)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 10:
Session Focus:
Moving Forward: Integration and Celebration of Life
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 10 is to provide a space for reflection, celebration, and forward-looking intention as the group concludes.
Participants will review Worden’s Four Tasks of Grief and reflect on their personal progress throughout the journey.
This final session honors the resilience and strength developed over the course of the group, and supports participants in setting intentions for ongoing healing, self-compassion, and meaningful living beyond the group.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Reflect on their grief journey and the progress made using Worden’s Four Tasks of Grief as a framework.
Celebrate the resilience, growth, and coping skills developed throughout the group.
Identify personal strengths and sources of support that will continue to aid healing.
Set intentions for continued self-care, emotional well-being, and compassionate living.
Acknowledge the ongoing nature of grief and commit to honoring both loss and life moving forward.
Becoming Parents with Secure Attachment: Attachment Styles in Ottawa, KS (Online)
Becoming Parents with Secure Attachment: Attachment Styles in Ottawa, KS (Online)
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 3:
Session Focus:
Find a sustaining meaning to guide one through the transition to parenthood.
Session Purpose:
Give participants motivation through their sustaining meaning to endure the difficult transition of parenthood.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Participants will be able to identify their guiding purpose that will motivate them through the rough patches to come.
Grief Support Group (Week 10)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 10:
Session Focus:
Moving Forward: Integration and Celebration of Life
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 10 is to provide a space for reflection, celebration, and forward-looking intention as the group concludes.
Participants will review Worden’s Four Tasks of Grief and reflect on their personal progress throughout the journey.
This final session honors the resilience and strength developed over the course of the group, and supports participants in setting intentions for ongoing healing, self-compassion, and meaningful living beyond the group.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Reflect on their grief journey and the progress made using Worden’s Four Tasks of Grief as a framework.
Celebrate the resilience, growth, and coping skills developed throughout the group.
Identify personal strengths and sources of support that will continue to aid healing.
Set intentions for continued self-care, emotional well-being, and compassionate living.
Acknowledge the ongoing nature of grief and commit to honoring both loss and life moving forward.
Grief Support Group (Week 9)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 9:
Session Focus:
Grief in the Context of Life Changes
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 9 is to explore how grief can resurface or intensify around significant dates and life milestones, such as anniversaries, birthdays, or holidays.
This session helps participants acknowledge and prepare for these challenging times with compassion and flexibility.
We will discuss healthy coping strategies for managing difficult days, including creating meaningful rituals, setting boundaries, and communicating needs to others.
The session also reinforces the understanding that grief is a deeply personal process without a fixed timeline.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Recognize how grief may re-emerge or intensify during significant dates and milestones.
Learn to acknowledge difficult days openly rather than avoid them.
Develop practical strategies for coping with challenging times, including planning, creating rituals, and honoring their loved one.
Understand the importance of protecting their energy by setting boundaries and saying no when needed.
Practice communicating their needs to friends, family, and support systems during tough periods.
Embrace the idea that grief is an ongoing process without a predetermined end point.
Becoming Parents & Navigating Identity Shifts: Online Therapy in Kansas
Becoming Parents & Navigating Identity Shifts: Online Therapy in Kansas
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 2:
Session Focus:
Examining current identity, including personal values, as opposed to what their identity will look like as a parent.
Session Purpose:
Help participants identify what will change, process together any anxiety that comes up, and learn how to manage anxiety through values-based action.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Participants will identify values that will guide decisions once participants become parents.
Grief Support Group (Week 9)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 9:
Session Focus:
Grief in the Context of Life Changes
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 9 is to explore how grief can resurface or intensify around significant dates and life milestones, such as anniversaries, birthdays, or holidays.
This session helps participants acknowledge and prepare for these challenging times with compassion and flexibility.
We will discuss healthy coping strategies for managing difficult days, including creating meaningful rituals, setting boundaries, and communicating needs to others.
The session also reinforces the understanding that grief is a deeply personal process without a fixed timeline.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Recognize how grief may re-emerge or intensify during significant dates and milestones.
Learn to acknowledge difficult days openly rather than avoid them.
Develop practical strategies for coping with challenging times, including planning, creating rituals, and honoring their loved one.
Understand the importance of protecting their energy by setting boundaries and saying no when needed.
Practice communicating their needs to friends, family, and support systems during tough periods.
Embrace the idea that grief is an ongoing process without a predetermined end point.
Marriage Therapy Group: A 6-Week Relationship Strengthening Program
Marriage Therapy Group: A 6-Week Relationship Strengthening Program
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7133 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Tommy Wilson, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 4: Dreams, Differentiation & Intimacy
Session Focus:
Honoring individual identity while deepening connection
Session Purpose:
Balance autonomy with intimacy through differentiated relating
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Articulate life dreams and values
Practice self-validated vulnerability
Address attachment injuries
Move from part-object to whole-object relating
Grief Support Group (Week 8)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 8:
Session Focus:
Coping with Social Expectations and Support Systems
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 8 is to examine the social context of grief, including how cultural norms, expectations, and misconceptions can impact the grieving process.
This session encourages participants to reflect on the external pressures they may face, such as assumptions about how long grief should last or how it should be expressed.
Using the Grief Myths worksheet, we will explore and challenge common misconceptions.
The session also focuses on the importance of building a reliable support system, and offers tools for both seeking and offering support in ways that honor each person’s unique grief experience.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Identify common social expectations and myths surrounding grief and examine how these may affect their own grieving process.
Explore the emotional impact of feeling misunderstood or unsupported by others.
Use the Grief Myths worksheet to challenge internalized beliefs about how grief ”should” look.
Understand the value of a personal support system during the grieving journey.
Learn effective strategies for both seeking support from others and offering support to those who are grieving.
Begin identifying people or communities that can serve as safe, consistent sources of support.
Becoming Parents with Purpose: Online Family Therapy in Kansas
Becoming Parents with Purpose: Online Family Therapy in Kansas
Event Description:
Becoming a parent is an exciting but scary transition.
Led by two student therapists, this group will help parents-to-be learn how to manage anxiety around the transition and prepare for it.
The group leaders will help you learn how to anticipate and plan for struggles that may arise as a new parent, as well as identify values that will motivate you as you manage a major life shift.
If you need support embracing this major life change and want to be well-prepared for it, consider joining this group.
Target Audience:
Parents who are expecting their first child and want help managing the transition.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Thursday, March 26th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 2: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 3: Thursday, April 9th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 4: Thursday, April 16th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 5: Thursday, April 23rd, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Week 6: Thursday, April 30th, 2026 from 6:00pm to 7:30pm
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University and Lucy Katter, student at MidAmerica Nazarene University.
Week 1:
Session Focus:
Discussing the upcoming transition to parenthood and anxieties associated with it, as well as what is going to change once they become parents.
Session Purpose:
Connecting with others to talk about the upcoming transition to decrease anxiety.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Participants will have a sense of what to anticipate in the upcoming transition and build rapport with each other.
Grief Support Group (Week 8)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 8:
Session Focus:
Coping with Social Expectations and Support Systems
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 8 is to examine the social context of grief, including how cultural norms, expectations, and misconceptions can impact the grieving process.
This session encourages participants to reflect on the external pressures they may face, such as assumptions about how long grief should last or how it should be expressed.
Using the Grief Myths worksheet, we will explore and challenge common misconceptions.
The session also focuses on the importance of building a reliable support system, and offers tools for both seeking and offering support in ways that honor each person’s unique grief experience.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Identify common social expectations and myths surrounding grief and examine how these may affect their own grieving process.
Explore the emotional impact of feeling misunderstood or unsupported by others.
Use the Grief Myths worksheet to challenge internalized beliefs about how grief ”should” look.
Understand the value of a personal support system during the grieving journey.
Learn effective strategies for both seeking support from others and offering support to those who are grieving.
Begin identifying people or communities that can serve as safe, consistent sources of support.
Strengthen Your Relationship: Couples Therapy Program – Overland Park, KS
Strengthen Your Relationship: Couples Therapy Program – Overland Park, KS
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7133 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Tommy Wilson, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 3: Emotional Regulation & Healing
Session Focus:
Self-soothing and creating reparative experiences
Session Purpose:
Develop emotional regulation skills that enable deeper connection
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Implement flooding protocol
Strengthen fondness system
Understand childhood adaptations
Assess relationship accessibility, responsiveness, and engagement
Grief Support Group (Week 7)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 7:
Session Focus:
The Role of Memory and Continuing Bonds
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 7 is to help participants explore the concept of continuing bonds—maintaining a healthy, meaningful connection with their loved one after death.
Rather than “letting go” or “moving on,” this session emphasizes how memory and ritual can support healing, emotional integration, and narrative reconstruction.
Participants will reflect on memories, consider how the deceased has shaped their life story, and explore ways to carry that relationship forward in a way that supports growth, meaning, and connection.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Understand the role of memory and continuing bonds in the healing process.
Reflect on how honoring the deceased supports emotional processing and meaning making.
Explore how sharing memories can help reframe their life story with the loss included.
Learn about simple, meaningful rituals to maintain a sense of connection with the deceased.
Identify personal ways they can carry the memory of their loved one while continuing to move forward with life.
Grief Support Group (Week 7)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 7:
Session Focus:
The Role of Memory and Continuing Bonds
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 7 is to help participants explore the concept of continuing bonds—maintaining a healthy, meaningful connection with their loved one after death.
Rather than “letting go” or “moving on,” this session emphasizes how memory and ritual can support healing, emotional integration, and narrative reconstruction.
Participants will reflect on memories, consider how the deceased has shaped their life story, and explore ways to carry that relationship forward in a way that supports growth, meaning, and connection.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Understand the role of memory and continuing bonds in the healing process.
Reflect on how honoring the deceased supports emotional processing and meaning making.
Explore how sharing memories can help reframe their life story with the loss included.
Learn about simple, meaningful rituals to maintain a sense of connection with the deceased.
Identify personal ways they can carry the memory of their loved one while continuing to move forward with life.
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child (Week 7)
Book Club: Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman
Event Description:
Join us for a virtual discussion of Dr. John Gottman’s book – an outstanding resource for parents and caregivers!
In this book, Dr. Gottman explains how to coach children to regulate their emotional world to increase self-confidence, improve school performance, and contribute to greater physical health and healthier social relationships. Written for parents of children of all ages, Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child will enrich the bonds between parent and child and contribute immeasurably to the development of a generation of emotionally healthy adults.
Dr. Gottman draws on his studies of more than 120 families to zero in on the parenting techniques that ensure a child’s emotional health. He then translates his methods into an easy, five-step “emotion coaching” process to help parents:
Learn to coach your child’s emotional intelligence.
Enhance child self-confidence through emotional coaching.
Improve child’s academic and social performance.
Master a 5-step process for recognizing and managing emotions.
Foster stronger parent-child bonds with empathy and understanding. (description from Gottman.com)
Target Audience:
For caregivers of children ages toddler to teen
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Week 2: Monday, February 9th, 2026
Week 3: Monday, February 16th, 2026
Week 4: Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Week 5: Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Week 6: Monday, March 9th, 2026
Week 7: Monday, March 16th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 7 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jenni Roney, student therapist, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor or AAMFT Supervisor Candidate at Friends University.
Week 7:
Session Focus:
Emotion Coaching as Your Child Grows
Session Purpose:
This chapter discusses the five periods of childhood and how to enhance children’s emotional intelligence in each phase.
Session Objectives:
Caregivers will learn techniques to use in infancy, under age one, the toddler years, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence.
Resources for this Group:
This group is based on the book Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child The Heart of Parenting by John Gottman, Joan DeClaire and Daniel Goleman Buy the Book Here (optional)
*** Transparency matters to us. Fortis may earn a small commission from Amazon purchases made through our links. We only share products and resources we genuinely find helpful in supporting mental health and wellness.
6-Week Marriage Counseling Group to Strengthen Your Relationship
6-Week Marriage Counseling Group to Strengthen Your Relationship
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7171 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Jade Harris, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 2: Communication & Conflict Patterns
Session Focus:
Recognizing destructive patterns and learning repair skills
Session Purpose:
Interrupt negative cycles and build constructive dialogue capacity
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Practice Imago Dialogue structure
Identify your Four Horsemen
Map pursue-withdraw cycle
Distinguish solvable from perpetual problems
Grief Support Group (Week 6)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 6:
Session Focus:
Grief and Identity
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 6 is to explore the deep and often disorienting impact of grief on one’s identity and sense of self.
After a significant loss, individuals may find themselves questioning who they are without the roles or relationships that once defined them.
This session creates space to reflect on how grief can challenge life narratives, personal direction, and sense of purpose.
Participants will also begin to explore pathways toward rebuilding a positive sense of self, including reconnecting with passions, developing self-compassion, and forming new routines and relationships that support healing and growth.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Recognize how grief can affect personal identity, roles, and one’s sense of life direction.
Reflect on the emotional and existential questions that may arise after a loss.
Identify internal shifts they’ve experienced in how they see themselves or their future.
Explore practical ways to begin rebuilding a positive and meaningful self-identity.
Gain tools to foster self-compassion, rediscover passions, and create structure through supportive routines and relationships.
Grief Support Group (Week 6)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 6:
Session Focus:
Grief and Identity
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 6 is to explore the deep and often disorienting impact of grief on one’s identity and sense of self.
After a significant loss, individuals may find themselves questioning who they are without the roles or relationships that once defined them.
This session creates space to reflect on how grief can challenge life narratives, personal direction, and sense of purpose.
Participants will also begin to explore pathways toward rebuilding a positive sense of self, including reconnecting with passions, developing self-compassion, and forming new routines and relationships that support healing and growth.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Recognize how grief can affect personal identity, roles, and one’s sense of life direction.
Reflect on the emotional and existential questions that may arise after a loss.
Identify internal shifts they’ve experienced in how they see themselves or their future.
Explore practical ways to begin rebuilding a positive and meaningful self-identity.
Gain tools to foster self-compassion, rediscover passions, and create structure through supportive routines and relationships.
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child (Week 6)
Book Club: Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman
Event Description:
Join us for a virtual discussion of Dr. John Gottman’s book – an outstanding resource for parents and caregivers!
In this book, Dr. Gottman explains how to coach children to regulate their emotional world to increase self-confidence, improve school performance, and contribute to greater physical health and healthier social relationships. Written for parents of children of all ages, Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child will enrich the bonds between parent and child and contribute immeasurably to the development of a generation of emotionally healthy adults.
Dr. Gottman draws on his studies of more than 120 families to zero in on the parenting techniques that ensure a child’s emotional health. He then translates his methods into an easy, five-step “emotion coaching” process to help parents:
Learn to coach your child’s emotional intelligence.
Enhance child self-confidence through emotional coaching.
Improve child’s academic and social performance.
Master a 5-step process for recognizing and managing emotions.
Foster stronger parent-child bonds with empathy and understanding. (description from Gottman.com)
Target Audience:
For caregivers of children ages toddler to teen
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Week 2: Monday, February 9th, 2026
Week 3: Monday, February 16th, 2026
Week 4: Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Week 5: Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Week 6: Monday, March 9th, 2026
Week 7: Monday, March 16th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 7 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jenni Roney, student therapist, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor or AAMFT Supervisor Candidate at Friends University.
Week 6:
Session Focus:
The Father’s Crucial Role
Session Purpose:
This chapter highlights the positive impact of involved, emotionally present fathers.
Session Objectives:
Gottman teaches how to be there for your kids, balance work and home life, and stay involved despite your marital status.
Resources for this Group:
This group is based on the book Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child The Heart of Parenting by John Gottman, Joan DeClaire and Daniel Goleman Buy the Book Here (optional)
*** Transparency matters to us. Fortis may earn a small commission from Amazon purchases made through our links. We only share products and resources we genuinely find helpful in supporting mental health and wellness.
Strengthen Your Relationship: 6-Week Couples Therapy Group in Overland Park, KS
Strengthen Your Relationship: 6-Week Couples Therapy Group in Overland Park, KS
Event Description:
Each 2-hour session includes:
Psychoeducation on relationship science and theory
Experiential exercises you'll practice during the session
Structured couple dialogues in a supportive group environment
Homework assignments to deepen learning between sessions
Group discussion with other couples facing similar challenges
Research-based assessments to understand your unique dynamics
You'll work directly with your partner during exercises while benefiting from the wisdom and support of other couples in the group. All sharing is voluntary, and confidentiality is strictly maintained.
Note: This is a psychoeducational group, not a substitute for couples therapy.
Target Audience:
This group is designed for couples who:
Want to strengthen an already good relationship
Are experiencing communication difficulties or recurring conflicts
Feel emotionally disconnected and want to rebuild intimacy
Are navigating life transitions or major stressors together
Want to understand deeper patterns affecting their partnership
Are committed to personal and relational growth
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Sunday, March 8th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 2: Sunday, March 15th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 3: Sunday, March 22nd from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 4: Sunday, March 29th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 5: Sunday, April 12th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Week 6: Sunday, April 19th from 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Location:
Fortis Overland Park Location
7171 W 95th St
Overland Park, KS 66212
Pricing:
$30 per couple for the entire 6 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Megan Gallagher and Jade Harris, student therapists, under supervision of Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapists and AAMFT Approved Supervisors or AAMFT Supervisor Candidates at Friends University.
Week 1: Foundation, Assessment & Building Love Maps
Session Focus:
Understanding relationship architecture and attachment patterns
Session Purpose:
Establish group safety while assessing current relationship dynamics
Session Objectives:
Participants will:
Complete five foundational assessments
Identify attachment style
Develop detailed Love Maps of partner's inner world
Grief Support Group (Week 5)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 5:
Session Focus:
Reinvesting in Life
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 5 is to support participants in exploring what it means to reinvest in life after loss, the fourth task in Worden’s framework.
This session focuses on the idea that moving forward and embracing life does not mean forgetting the person who has died.
Instead, it involves finding ways to carry the memory of the loved one while also making space for new experiences, relationships, and sources of meaning. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on how they can allow joy, connection, and purpose back into their lives—without guilt—and explore how this reinvestment can be a vital part of healing.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Understand the concept of reinvesting in life as a healthy and necessary part of the grief process.
Reflect on any internal barriers (such as guilt) that may be preventing them from engaging in new roles, relationships, or activities.
Explore ways to create meaning from the loss, such as through storytelling, traditions, or acts of service.
Identify new hobbies, passions, or social connections that support healing and growth.
Discuss how to balance remembrance of the deceased with continued personal development and the pursuit of a meaningful life.
Grief Support Group (Week 5)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Wednesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Week 2: Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Week 3: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Week 4: Wednesday, February 25th, 2026
Week 5: Wednesday, March 4th, 2026
Week 6: Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
Week 7: Wednesday, March 18th, 2026
Week 8: Wednesday, March 25th, 2026
Week 9: Wednesday, April 1st, 2026
Week 10: Wednesday, April 8th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 5:
Session Focus:
Reinvesting in Life
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 5 is to support participants in exploring what it means to reinvest in life after loss, the fourth task in Worden’s framework.
This session focuses on the idea that moving forward and embracing life does not mean forgetting the person who has died.
Instead, it involves finding ways to carry the memory of the loved one while also making space for new experiences, relationships, and sources of meaning. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on how they can allow joy, connection, and purpose back into their lives—without guilt—and explore how this reinvestment can be a vital part of healing.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Understand the concept of reinvesting in life as a healthy and necessary part of the grief process.
Reflect on any internal barriers (such as guilt) that may be preventing them from engaging in new roles, relationships, or activities.
Explore ways to create meaning from the loss, such as through storytelling, traditions, or acts of service.
Identify new hobbies, passions, or social connections that support healing and growth.
Discuss how to balance remembrance of the deceased with continued personal development and the pursuit of a meaningful life.
Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child (Week 5)
Book Club: Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child by John Gottman
Event Description:
Join us for a virtual discussion of Dr. John Gottman’s book – an outstanding resource for parents and caregivers!
In this book, Dr. Gottman explains how to coach children to regulate their emotional world to increase self-confidence, improve school performance, and contribute to greater physical health and healthier social relationships. Written for parents of children of all ages, Raising an Emotionally Intelligent Child will enrich the bonds between parent and child and contribute immeasurably to the development of a generation of emotionally healthy adults.
Dr. Gottman draws on his studies of more than 120 families to zero in on the parenting techniques that ensure a child’s emotional health. He then translates his methods into an easy, five-step “emotion coaching” process to help parents:
Learn to coach your child’s emotional intelligence.
Enhance child self-confidence through emotional coaching.
Improve child’s academic and social performance.
Master a 5-step process for recognizing and managing emotions.
Foster stronger parent-child bonds with empathy and understanding. (description from Gottman.com)
Target Audience:
For caregivers of children ages toddler to teen
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Monday, February 2nd, 2026
Week 2: Monday, February 9th, 2026
Week 3: Monday, February 16th, 2026
Week 4: Monday, February 23rd, 2026
Week 5: Monday, March 2nd, 2026
Week 6: Monday, March 9th, 2026
Week 7: Monday, March 16th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 7 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jenni Roney, student therapist, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor or AAMFT Supervisor Candidate at Friends University.
Week 5:
Session Focus:
Marriage, Divorce, and Your Child’s Emotional Health
Session Purpose:
This chapter discusses how to protect children from negative effects of marital conflict.
Session Objectives:
Participants will learn to use emotion coaching in their marriage, avoid the Four Horsemen, and manage conflict.
Resources for this Group:
This group is based on the book Raising An Emotionally Intelligent Child The Heart of Parenting by John Gottman, Joan DeClaire and Daniel Goleman Buy the Book Here (optional)
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Grief Support Group (Week 4)
Grief Support Group
Event Description:
This student therapist-led grief support group provides a structured, compassionate space for adults who have experienced the loss of a loved one. The group blends guided discussion, psychoeducation, and peer support to help participants process grief, reduce isolation, and develop healthy ways of coping with loss.
Groups meet weekly and are offered at multiple times to accommodate different schedules:
Tuesdays at 12:00 PM
Thursdays at 7:30 PM
If none of the listed meeting times work for your schedule, you are encouraged to reach out and let us know what days and times would be more accessible for you. We make every effort to consider additional group offerings based on community interest and availability.
Groups are intentionally kept small to foster safety, connection, and meaningful participation. Participation begins with a brief screening to ensure the group is an appropriate fit for each individual.
Target Audience:
This group is intended for adults (18+) who have experienced the death of a loved one and are seeking support in navigating the emotional, relational, and practical impacts of grief.
Dates & Times:
Week 1: Saturday, February 7th, 2026
Week 2: Thursday February 12th, 2026
Week 3: Thursday February 19th, 2026
Week 4: Thursday, February 26th, 2026
Week 5: Thursday, March 5th, 2026
Week 6: Thursday March 12th, 2026
Week 7: Thursday, March 19th, 2026
Week 8: Thursday, March 26th, 2026
Week 9: Thursday, April 2nd, 2026
Week 10: Thursday April 9th, 2026
Location:
This group will be held via our HIPAA compliant telehealth platform.
Pricing:
$30 per adult for the entire 10 week series, due upon registration
Facilitator Information:
This group will be led by Jonathon Fancher, student therapist at Wake Forest University.
Week 4:
Session Focus:
Adjusting to a New Environment Without the Deceased
Session Purpose:
The purpose of Week 4 is to help participants explore how their roles, routines, identity, and relationships have shifted following the loss of a loved one.
This session focuses on adjusting to a new environment without the deceased, both externally and internally.
Participants will reflect on the practical and emotional changes that come with loss, such as taking on new responsibilities, navigating altered social dynamics, and redefining their sense of self.
The session also offers space to begin identifying ways to adapt while still honoring the connection to the person who has died.
Session Objectives:
By the end of this session, participants will:
Understand how loss disrupts roles, routines, identity, and relationships.
Reflect on the external and internal adjustments they have already made or are currently facing.
Explore the emotional impact of taking on new responsibilities or shifting family dynamics.
Begin identifying strategies for adapting to life without the deceased, including creating new routines and rebuilding a support system.
Recognize that adapting does not mean forgetting, but rather finding ways to honor the past while moving forward.