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The Women's Initiative

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The Women's Initiative

Free, affirming mental health care for women & gender-expansive folx. Healing happens in community.

The mission of The Women’s Initiative is to provide women with effective counseling, social support and education so they can transform life challenges into positive change and growth.

02/24/2026

🌿As winter begins to give way to spring, Reawakening With Nature creates space to slow down and reconnect both inwardly and with the environment around you. Hosted at Ivy Creek Nature Preserve, this series encourages mindful movement through gentle walks, embodied awareness practices, guided breathwork, and time for quiet reflection. Each gathering is an opportunity to settle, restore, and experience the steady unfolding of the season in a supportive and grounding way.

Led by Kara Castle, LCSW, and Sibila Quiroz, MSW, this program welcomes you exactly as you are. Join us at 1780 Earlysville Road in Charlottesville for an opportunity to pause, breathe, and reawaken alongside the natural world.

02/21/2026

Free Mental Health Support at Westhaven Community Center!

A therapist from The Women’s Initiative will be available to provide short-term support in a welcoming, confidential setting. Services may include emotional support, self-care planning, referral guidance, and eligibility screenings for individual counseling.

This is a drop-in offering open to adults ages 18 and older. No registration is required simply stop by during clinic hours.

Join us every 2nd and 3rd Wednesday of the month from 11am–1pm.

We are committed to making mental health care accessible, compassionate, and rooted in community. If you or someone you know could benefit from support, we hope you’ll connect with us.

02/11/2026

Acompáñenos en Arte y Emociones, un programa grupal de cinco semanas que utiliza la arteterapia para explorar emociones y conectar con nuestra niña interior. Juntas crearemos un espacio de creatividad, reflexión y sanación en comunidad. Este grupo será facilitado en español.

Las sesiones serán los jueves, del 5 de marzo al 2 de abril, de 6 a 8 p.m. Se requiere registrarse antes del 26 de febrero. Para más información, llame al 434.328.1800 o envíe un mensaje a bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.

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Join us for Art and Emotions, a five-week group counseling program that uses art therapy to help participants explore emotions and connect with their inner child. Together, we’ll create space for creativity, reflection, and healing in community. This group will be facilitated in Spanish.

Sessions take place Thursdays, March 5–April 2, from 6–8 p.m. at The Women’s Initiative. Registration is required by February 26. Contact 434.328.1800 or bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org to learn more.

02/09/2026

Caring for ourselves is one of the ways we stay connected to our healing. Our team shared the self-care practices that help them feel grounded and supported. These moments matter, especially when life feels heavy.

Self-care is important because it's proactive care for your mental, emotional, and physical health, preventing burnout, stress, and illness by boosting resilience, energy, and focus. Whether you’re exploring self-care or seeking deeper support, The Women’s Initiative offers counseling and resilience programs grounded in compassion and connection.

How are you caring for yourself this week? 💛

02/07/2026

El autocuidado puede comenzar con pequeños momentos de movimiento y conexión. 💛 Acompáñanos y únete al grupo Cultivando el Cuidado Personal , una clase interactiva para mujeres Latinas enfocada en movimientos suaves, relajación y fortalecimiento de la conexión entre el cuerpo y la mente.

Juntas crearemos un espacio para la sanación, la reflexión y el bienestar en comunidad.

Para registrarse en este grupo, llame al 434.328.1800 o envíe un mensaje a bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org. Conozca más en thewomensinitiative.org/bienestar.

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Self-care can begin with small moments of movement and connection. 💛Join us for Cultivating Self-Care, an interactive class for Latina women focused on gentle movement, relaxation, and strengthening the connection between body and mind.

Together, we’ll create space for healing, reflection, and well-being in community.

To register for this group, please call 434.328.1800 or send a message to bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org. Learn more at thewomensinitiative.org/bienestar.

02/03/2026

We’re hiring at The Women’s Initiative! 💚

We’re excited to share two opportunities to join our mission-driven team. At TWI, we’re committed to cultivating an inclusive, equitable, and healing environment for our participants, staff, and the communities we serve.

We’re currently hiring a Development Manager, who will help grow and sustain access to free, culturally responsive mental health care through fundraising, grants, and partnerships, and a Resilience Program Coordinator, who will support the planning and delivery of our resilience and wellness programs for women and the gender-expansive community.

These roles are a great fit for collaborative, compassionate professionals who value equity, wellness, and community impact. Learn more and apply at thewomensinitiative.org/job-opportunities.

01/26/2026

As the seasons begin to shift, we’re offering ways to reconnect with nature, movement, and yourself. 🌿

Join us for Monthly Nature Walks with TWI, beginning February 1 at Riverview Park, and Reawakening With Nature, a gentle Thursday series at Ivy Creek Nature Preserve starting in March.

Both offerings invite you to slow down, move at your own pace, and be supported by the natural world and community.

Learn more and register at the link in the comments!

01/23/2026

This winter, we’re offering Trauma Healing Basics, a 10-week group that offers education, support, and practical tools for understanding trauma and nurturing resilience.

Participants will explore common trauma responses, phases of healing, and skill-based techniques for grounding and safety in a supportive, confidential setting. The group meets Fridays, 11:00–12:30pm, from February 20–May 1 and is facilitated by Miranda Pax, LCSW, and Elizabeth Cobb, LCSW. 🤍

To join, please complete a screening by February 6 by emailing info@thewomensinitiative.org or calling 434.872.0047.

01/19/2026

It’s not always easy to speak up for yourself, especially when relationships feel complicated or emotions run high. Honoring Ourselves With Boundaries is a space for BIPOC women to explore what healthy boundaries look like, practice asking for what you need, and feel supported while navigating tricky moments.

Email info@thewomensinitiative.org to complete a screening by Friday, January 30.

Facilitated by Kishara Joy Griffin, MSW, and Tianna Jordan, MS, this group is about taking time to care for yourself, honor your limits, and connect with others who understand. You deserve this space. 🌿

01/17/2026

Do you ever find yourself putting others first so much that your own needs feel invisible? Join Rediscovering Me: Love Without Chains, a 3-session virtual group exploring codependent behaviors, how they affect your relationships, and strategies to care for yourself while staying connected.

Register by Monday, January 26, with a short survey. Call 434.328.1800 or email bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org. This group will be conducted in Spanish.

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¿Conoces el termino Codependencia? ¿Te encuentras en situaciones donde haces y das todo por tus seres queridos y amistades, pero no encuentras el balance para ti? Si una de estas preguntas resuena contigo, acompáñanos a participar con otras mujeres en este grupo sobre Las Conductas Codependientes.

Regístrate antes del lunes 26 de enero completando una breve encuesta. Llama al 434.328.1800 o escribe a bienestar@thewomensinitiative.org.

01/15/2026

Curious about starting counseling with The Women's Initiative?

In this video, Elizabeth Cobb, LCSW, our clinical coordinator and therapist, shares her thoughts on some of the most common misconceptions about therapy and what support can really look like.

If you're ready to take the next step, our wellness clinic is a great place to begin. Walk in or call anytime during clinic hours to talk with a counselor about your needs and explore care options. No appointment needed.

You deserve care, support, and healing. Learn more at thewomensinitiative.org/wellness-clinic, and explore our counseling options at thewomensinitiative.org/counseling-options. 💚

01/09/2026

Community events like the Mount Zion First African Baptist Church Health Fair remind us why we do this work: to meet people where they are, offer resources, and share hope. 🌟

Our Board Member Edie, Clinical Services Director Shelly, and Sister Circle Yoga and Meditation Facilitator Juanika were inspired by the conversations and connections made last fall.

As we move into the new year, we’re continuing to grow our education and outreach efforts, bringing mental wellness tools into neighborhoods, schools, faith communities, and other community spaces.

Interested in partnering with us or having The Women’s Initiative at an upcoming event? Learn more at the link in our comments!

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1101 E High Street
Charlottesville, VA
22902

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 8pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 8pm
Friday	9am - 5pm

Website

http://www.thewomensinitiative.org/

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