WellSpace Gatherings
Small gatherings. Expert guidance. Real conversation.
Monthly 75-minute gatherings led by WellSpace clinicians, in person in Portland and on Zoom. Pay what you can. Learning, not therapy, and sharing is always optional. Tell us which topics you’d come to, and we’ll let you know when they’re scheduled.
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Spotlight · SPACE
Helping your anxious child: an introduction to SPACE
For parents of children and teens dealing with anxiety, OCD and related challenges. Learn how the parent-led SPACE approach works and whether the 8-week group is a fit.
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Gathering
Calm together: regulation and co-regulation for parents
Practical ways to steady yourself, so you can help your child find their way back to calm too.
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Gathering
Navigating the holidays
Tools for the expectations, family dynamics and stress the season can bring.
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Gathering
When family feels distant: understanding estrangement
A thoughtful space to understand estrangement from family members and care for yourself through it.
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Spotlight · Couples
Stronger together: an introduction to our Gottman couples intensive
Learn what the Gottman Method is, what happens in an intensive, and whether it’s right for you and your partner.
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Your idea
Have a topic in mind?
Tell us what you’d like to learn about. The most-requested ideas shape what we offer next.
In crisis or having thoughts of suicide? Call or text 988, any time. In an emergency, call 911.
What to expect
75 minutes, a small group, and no pressure to share
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Arrive and settle
A warm welcome and a few minutes to land.
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Learn from an expert
A WellSpace clinician teaches for about half an hour, with practical tools.
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Talk, if you want to
Small-group conversation. Passing is always welcome.
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Close together
A simple closing and a gentle next step, if you want one.
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Take it home
A packet the next morning: reading, reflection prompts and exercises.
Gatherings are learning, not therapy. Nothing is recorded, so the room stays private.
Where and when
Same topic, two ways to join
In person
30 Danforth St., Portland
First Tuesday of the month, 6:00–7:15 pm. A small room, so we can really talk.
On Zoom
Anywhere in Maine
Third Wednesday of the month, on secure Zoom. Cameras optional.
Exact dates are announced as each Gathering is scheduled.
Pay what you can
Choose what fits. No questions asked.
Supported
$0–$20
No one is turned away for lack of funds.
Standard
$35–$40
Covers the true cost of the evening.
Pay it forward
$55–$65
Helps fund someone else’s seat.
Meet the clinicians
Led by people who do this work every day
Kate Hyde, MSW, LCSW
Certified SPACE provider
Kate leads WellSpace’s SPACE parent group, for parents of children and teens dealing with anxiety, OCD and related challenges.
More WellSpace clinicians
New voices join as each Gathering is scheduled.
Questions
Good to know
Is this therapy?
No. Gatherings are educational and peer learning. The clinician isn’t acting as anyone’s therapist. If you’d like individual support, our intake team can help: (207) 619-3356.
Do I have to share anything?
Never. You’re welcome to listen the whole time. Sharing is always optional, and passing is always fine.
Is it recorded?
No. Gatherings are live only, so the room stays private. You’ll get a takeaway packet by email the next morning.
What information do you ask for?
Just your first name and email to register. We don’t ask about your health. What’s shared in the room stays in the room.
What if I can’t afford it?
Pay what you can, starting at $0. No one is turned away, and there’s nothing to prove.
Can I bring my partner or a friend?
Yes. Each person registers for their own seat so we can plan the room.
What if something hard comes up for me?
That’s okay. You can step out or turn your camera off at any time, and the host and clinician are there after the Gathering if you’d like a quiet word. If you’re in crisis or having thoughts of suicide, call or text 988, any time.
What if I can’t make it?
Let us know and we’ll move you to the other session that month, or refund you.
Is the room accessible?
[Accessibility details for 30 Danforth St.: entrance, stairs or elevator, parking.] Zoom is always an option, with captions available.