Our Support Groups
Free Virtual Support Groups for All Parents
Mamas for Mamas
Join other mothers and birthing partners for weekly peer support as you navigate pregnancy, postpartum, and parenting challenges. Our safe, virtual space provides connection, understanding, and resources for your mental health journey.
EVERY MONDAY
12:00-1:00 PM CST
Dads for Dads
Connect with other fathers and non-birthing partners in a supportive environment designed specifically for your experiences during the perinatal period. Share, learn, and build community with peers who understand your journey.
EVERY 2nd SUNDAY of the month
7:00-8:00 PM CST
Eligibility Requirements
Must be a resident of Texas
Must be either:
Currently expecting a baby, or
Parenting a baby born within the past 12 months
Meet our Facilitators
TARA SEN PITT LPC, PMH-C
Mamas for Mamas
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Tara grew up in Houston as the daughter of a German mom and an Indian (South Asian) dad. She is a 50-something-year-old mother of three. She went to Texas A&M University for undergrad and then to The University of Denver to obtain a Master's in Counseling Psychology. She now lives in Austin, Texas.
In addition to facilitating Mamas for Mamas peer support group once a week, Tara mostly does one-on-one talk therapy. She is working on her Perinatal Mental Health Certification through Postpartum Support International (PSI). She also uses EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Sand Tray therapy for the treatment of pain, trauma, anxiety, grief, and loss. She works with all types of folks, especially moms, teens, and young adults. She also likes to work with other Asian Americans and “third culture kids,” who grow up in places that are not their parents’ homeland.
Tara has worked with college students dealing with acculturation and careers, women who just gave birth, and people navigating bumpy relationships. She has also worked with people who have faced complex trauma and violence in her work with the Austin Police Department’s Victims Services.
Her favorite life experience was studying abroad in Italy in college and learning a bit of Italian. When not in session, she loves hiking, spin class, and traveling to Mexico.
MICHAEL COX LPC-S
Dads for Dads
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My road to becoming a therapist: My first career was in vocational ministry, primarily working with adolescents. During that 13 years, many young people and their families came to me with issues that Bible School didn’t teach me how to address. And it wasn’t every once in a while or casually during the conversation. No, it happened often, and I felt ill-equipped to support these young people and their parents. I realized I needed more education and training, so I returned to graduate school to pursue a degree in counseling. As a counselor, I started out working with adolescents. And it was everything I wanted. It was rewarding to make a difference in their lives. But I noticed something I also saw when I was in ministry: Even though these young people were doing better, they often went home to rough situations.So, to ensure they could sustain their wellness at home, I focused my efforts on working with the family.
Therapy is a gift – one I give to myself! Like everyone, I’ve had my life struggles. I know firsthand how therapy can give you the tools to get through rough times. That’s why therapy is my calling. I want to “pay it forward” by giving others the gift of therapy, helping men, couples, and families realize their God-given potential on all levels.
Here are some “non-therapy” things about me: I love to cook and bake. My wife, Coloma, is great at cleaning dishes, so we’re a perfect pair. I hate when you wake up in the middle of the night and almost break your toe by kicking the footboard or dresser. Give me some Sade, a nice bourbon, a good autobiography… and I am a happy camper. If it can be done outside, I will likely try and enjoy it as long as the weather is between 40 and 90 degrees. I prefer dogs over cats if I have to choose an animal type.
How to Sign Up and What to Expect
How to Join: Ready to connect with other parents? Click the registration button at the top of the page to sign up for your preferred support group. You'll automatically receive the Zoom link and be connected to our online community, The Nurtured Circle, where you can access resources and connect with other parents between sessions.
What to Expect:
Free participation with incentives available ($20 gift card after completing 4 sessions)
Confidential, supportive environment led by licensed mental health professionals
Peer connection with other parents facing similar challenges
Virtual format - join from the comfort of your home
Access to The Nurtured Circle - our private online community (Podia platform) where you can connect with other parents, access resources, and find support between sessions
Ongoing support beyond weekly meetings through discussion boards and peer connections
All parents are welcome, regardless of where you are in your journey. Whether you're expecting, in the thick of newborn days, or navigating ongoing parenting challenges in the first 12 months after birth, you'll find understanding and support in these groups.