Connect & Reset Womens’ Group

A 10-Week Women's Group to
Help You Breathe Again, Get Clear, and
Feel Like Yourself

10 Weeks. 12 Women. One powerful reset.
Beginning Saturday January 17th • 11am–12:30pm
In-person at Francis Psychotherapy, Pickering

Life has been… a lot.
Between parenting, relationships, work, aging parents,
your bank account giving you side-eye, and the constant pressure to “hold it together,”
it’s no wonder so many women are running on empty.

Connect & Reset is your weekly pause.
Your place to breathe, share, learn, laugh, and feel less alone.
Your space to get grounded again — with guidance, community, and gentle accountability.

Led by Roxanne Francis, MSW, RSW with frequent guest experts.

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Is This You?

You’re juggling all the things, and somewhere along the line, you got lost in the shuffle. You want:

  • A space where you don’t have to be strong all the time

  • Tools to reduce the overwhelm

  • Emotional regularity instead of emotional whiplash

  • A reset that feels doable, supportive, and structured

  • Connection with other women who “get it,” not just women who smile and struggle quietly

If that sounds about right, sis… this group was designed for you.

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You’ll Walk Away With

A calmer nervous system and fewer “I can’t do this today” moments

  • Emotional tools you can actually use

  • More clarity, structure, and direction

  • Support from a group of like-minded women

  • A sense of connection instead of the lonely hustle

  • Permission to prioritize you again

This is the reset your spirit has been whispering for.

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Topics Include:

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  • Everyone seems to be talking about this. But who is giving you REAL tools to help manage the symptoms in your life? Even if this is not your challenge, learning these tools can help you support your loved ones.

  • They don’t warn you that adulthood comes with levels. Aging parents, separation or divorce, work stress that never clocks out—it’s a lot. You’re expected to hold it all together while quietly falling apart. We’ll sort through the chaos, find steadier footing, and figure out what actually helps (not just what you’re “supposed” to do).

  • If your brain has 47 tabs open and none of them are loading, this one’s for you. Overwhelm thrives in chaos—and organization doesn’t have to mean color-coded binders and perfection. Guest speaker Nicole O. Salmon will help you quiet the noise, build systems that work for your life, and stop feeling behind all the time.

  • Do you have a man, a son, a father or a brother in your life that you care deeply about? How are you impacted by your relationship with them? We will talk about how you can support them, and how their energy is completely different from yours. Get the tools you need to make that relationship thrive.

  • When life feels loud, nature offers quiet. Stepping outside won’t fix everything—but it can help you breathe again. Guest speaker Renae Thomas-James will guide us in exploring how nature can be a meaningful, accessible part of healing and emotional restoration.

  • Trauma rewires how you move through the world. Your reactions aren’t overreactions—they’re protective. We’ll talk about what trauma actually does to the nervous system and how healing can happen without forcing yourself to revisit every painful detail.

  • I heard someone say “parenting is ghetto” and I agree!! It’s a lot, and sometimes it seems like there’s no right answer. What’s the middle ground between gentle parenting and threatening bodily harm? We’re going to find it together.

  • Money stress is loud. It shows up in your sleep, your relationships, and that constant low-grade panic in the background. Budgeting isn’t about restriction or shame—it’s about clarity and breathing room. Guest speaker Vanessa Bowen will help us talk about finances in a way that feels realistic, compassionate, and doable.

The Details

Start Date: Saturday, Jan 17, 2026
Time: 11am - 12:30pm
Location: Francis Psychotherapy Office (1970 Brock Rd, Pickering, ON)
Format: In-person, cozy, supportive, coaching infused group therapy
Group Size: 12 (adult) women maximum
Cost Options: $850 one time payment for 10 weeks; OR 5 bi-weekly payments of $175; OR $95 each week.
Insurance: Eligible for insurance reimbursement (MSW-provided service)
Direct Billing: Direct billing might be available. Please contact us at hello@francispsychotherapy.com for details.
Dates: Jan. 17, 24, 31, Feb. 7, 21, 28, Mar. 7, 21, 28, Apr. 11, 2026
**Skipped Dates: No sessions on Feb. 14 (Family Day), Mar. 14 (March Break) and Apr. 4 (Easter)

Your Commitment

To protect the integrity of the group and the transformation we’re building:

  • Registration is a 10-week commitment

  • No refunds

  • A credit card will be kept on file and charged every Saturday afternoon

  • You will be automatically sent a receipt after each group, that you can use for insurance reimbursement (if applicable).

This creates consistency for you and the community you’re joining.

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Roxanne Francis, MSW, RSW
Award-winning psychotherapist, speaker, educator, and coach known for her warm, grounding, culturally informed approach.
Women often say her sessions feel like the perfect blend of wisdom, professionalism, clarity, and “Girl… let’s get you together.”

Featuring guest experts brought in for specific weeks to deepen your learning.

Roxanne Francis

Meet your facilitator:

Why women love groups like this:

(Not testimonials — just patterns we notice.)

  • They feel less alone for the first time in a long time

  • They learn practical skills they can use immediately

  • They feel grounded instead of overwhelmed

  • They build connections far beyond the 10 weeks

  • They finally give themselves permission to slow down

Women don’t just walk away with tools… they walk away changed.

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FAQs

  • Most plans that cover Social Worker (MSW) services will reimburse this group. You can confirm with your insurance provider.

  • While confidentiality will be a core value of our group, you share only what feels safe. The group is supportive, not pushy.

  • Absolutely. The space is warm, gentle, and designed to help you open up at your own pace.

  • You’re still responsible for the weekly fee. Materials or reflections can be provided, (and you can even borrow notes from a group member) but sessions themselves are not recorded.

  • It’s a bit of a blend — grounded in therapeutic principles with coaching structure and guidance.

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Ready to
Connect & Reset?

Spaces are intentionally limited to 10 women so we can keep the space warm, intimate, and meaningful.

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Your future self will thank you for this one.

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A circle of women is a circle of strength