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The Loft Sessions

Support Groups

Mum's Support Group

'That's my Mum'
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Thursdays 6:30pm - 8:00pm​

October, 15 2026

October 22, 2026

October 29, 2026​

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Raising kids is hard. Raising capable humans is even harder.

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Parenting doesn't come with a manual — and sometimes it feels like there are too many of them anyway.

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The Loft Mum Support Group is a relaxed, honest space for parents to talk about the realities of raising children, navigating boundaries, managing behaviour and, perhaps most importantly, learning how to help our kids develop agency — the ability to think, choose, problem-solve and take responsibility for themselves.

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We’ll explore some of the big parenting questions:

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Is gentle parenting actually the answer — or can it sometimes become the problem?

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How do we support our children without doing everything for them?


When does protection become overprotection?
How do we set boundaries without creating battles?
How much freedom is enough?
And how do we raise children who don't simply follow instructions, but learn to think for themselves?

This isn't about perfect parenting. It's about having honest conversations, hearing different perspectives and finding practical ways to navigate the messy middle.

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Come along, have a chat, challenge a few ideas, laugh at the things nobody warned you about — and leave with some new ways of thinking about parenting, boundaries, connection and raising children who can eventually stand on their own two feet.

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No judgement. No perfect mothers. Just real conversations about raising real kids.

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​Register using the link below. Further information and a payment link will be emailed shorty thereafter.

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Payment must be made before the commencement of session 1, unless arrangements have been made otherwise. 

 

3 sessions: $88:00

​Limited places. 

The Loft Sessions were created to bring people together in a meaningful way. In a world where genuine connection can be hard to find, these groups offer a safe, welcoming, and comfortable space where like-minded individuals can gather to explore personal growth, self-awareness, relationships, wellbeing, and the challenges of everyday life.

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There is no pressure to be anything other than yourself. Whether you're seeking insight, companionship, support, new perspectives, or simply a place to have deeper conversations than those found in everyday life, The Loft Groups provide an opportunity to learn, reflect, connect, and grow alongside others who share a similar curiosity about themselves and the world around them.

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Many people discover that some of life's most valuable lessons come not from being taught, but from hearing the stories, experiences, and wisdom of others. The Loft Groups create a space where those conversations can naturally unfold.

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What's on the Agenda?

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The Loft Sessions are designed around a range of topics and themes, often with a specific focus for each gathering. Discussions may explore areas such as personal development, relationships, mindfulness, purpose, emotional wellbeing, communication, resilience, and living a more intentional life.

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  • Singles / Seeking Relationship

  • Parent Support Groups (Mixed + Mum only and Dad only Sessions)

  • Friendship Groups 

  • 17-19yrs What's Beyond School?

  • Overcoming Childhood Trauma

  • Over 55's Support Group

  • Creative Support Group

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While each session has a planned direction, the most meaningful conversations often emerge organically. The agenda serves as a guide rather than a rulebook, allowing the group to follow what feels most relevant, valuable, and engaging in the moment.

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Every gathering is unique, shaped by the people in the room, the experiences they bring, and the conversations that naturally evolve. The result is an authentic, enriching experience where insight, connection, and growth can occur in unexpected ways.

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Benefits of Support Group Therapy

Common Identity

Group Support Therapy fosters a sense of belonging among others who may share similar thoughts, circumstances, and challenges as you.

Judgement free

The Loft Sessions provide you with a supportive and inclusive space where you can express yourself freely without fear of judgment.

Different Perspectives

You can test out new ways of thinking. A group provides a relatively safe place to say, “I’ve always thought about it this way—what if I looked at it differently?”

Self-awareness

You may discover your own perspective more clearly. Interestingly, hearing other viewpoints can help you work out what you actually think, feel and believe, rather than simply accepting the perspective you've always held.

Motivation

Listening and gaining a better understanding of how others face their struggles, you are inspired to make your own changes.

Acccountability

Sharing with others in a group setting encourages you to action and maintain the skills learned within the group.

Friendship

You may find others in the group who share similar opinions and perspectives, leading to healthy and beneficial interactions outside the group.

Confidence

The Loft Sessions are designed to help you feel more confident, capable, and connected. Understanding what is most personal is what is most universal can grow your confidence within your family, community and the world in general. 

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The Loft Counselling practice is located on the land of the Darkinjung people. We acknowledge the traditional owners of these lands, their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respects to the people, the cultures and the Elders past and present.

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