Wellness Studio / Recovery Dane Peer Support Groups and Individual Sessions

Wellness Studio / Recovery Dane provides various virtual peer led support groups, free of charge, to anyone interested in joining! To reserve a spot in a group please call 608.438.2059 or email Wellness-Studio@soarcms.org at least one day in advance.

The Wellness Studio is committed to providing peer-led support groups that are built on a solid foundation of equity, using peer best-practices and operated by consistent facilitators that share this vision. New group offerings and schedules will be published as available and we are excited by the currently proposed topic areas and ideas for future groups.

“Hearing Voices” Peer Support Group open to all
Day/Time: Thursdays at 2:00-3:00
Description: The Hearing Voices group is open to those who identify as, or those who are supporting, voice hearers. In this peer facilitated group we talk frankly and nonjudgmentally with one another about the experience of hearing voices. Together we share ideas, solutions, and goals. We are proud to be part of a network that stretches across 20 countries. No requirement for CCS.

“Writing Your Way” Peer Support Group open to all
Day/Time: Fridays at 3:30-5:00
Description: Writing Your Way to Wellness is a peer-led group using creative writing to cope with mental health and/or substance use challenges. We welcome those who enjoy writing and also those who have not written before. Included each week are various writing prompts accompanied by optional sharing. Come express yourself on the page and in an inviting, nonjudgmental community. Witnessing each other's creative words help us feel less alone. We believe every voice matters! No requirment for CCS.

“Chronic and Iconic”
Day/Time: Individually scheduled in person or Zoom
Description: An individual skills development series for CCS participants offering skills and connection around managing chronic illness/pain and mental health.

“Writing Your Way”:
Day/Time: Individually scheduled in person or Zoom
Description: An individual skill development series for CCS participants who are interested in using creative writing to explore their mental health journey.

“Grief is a Backpack”
Day/Time: Individually scheduled in person or Zoom
Description: An individual skill development series for CCS participants who want to explore their grief experiences from an inclusive, compassionate, and resiliant perspective.