Daily Support Groups
Parent-led — early morning, niche topics, late-night, and more
The Only Parent Support Community of Its Kind
Other Parents Like Me is the nation’s largest, most accessible online community designed exclusively for parents of teens and young adults struggling with mental health challenges.
Join a virtual community of parents who get it.
Whether your child is dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, or an eating disorder, know that you are not alone. With support groups available whenever you need them, led by trained parent leaders, and access to live, expert-led talks, we’re here to provide the help, hope, and healing your family deserves.
An online support group for parents.
Find daily parent to parent support groups, learn with guest speakers, and access resources to help your family heal.
Live Speakers & Expert Panels
Featuring renowned authors and leading experts in live and recorded sessions
A Resource-Rich Hub
Over 1,000 podcasts, articles, apps, books, organizations
Glossary
An A to Z of mental health terms and disorders
Parent Stories & Blogs
Insights into the journey of parents like you
Support Directory
Professionals in the recovery and wellness space
WHY WE’RE UNMATCHED:
The Only Support System
of Its Kind
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LARGEST PARENT COMMUNITY:
The Nation’s Largest and Most
Engaged Parent Network
We’re the largest community for parents with kids facing mental health struggles, with members in every state.
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ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE:
Support Whenever You Need It
—We’re Always Here
As the only community of its scale, we unite parents across all 50 states, creating an unparalleled network of support for families facing mental health challenges.
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EXPERTLY LED GROUPS:
Trained Leaders, Proven Results:
Safest Space for Parents
Our groups are the only ones led by trained and moderated parent leaders, guaranteeing safe, productive conversations that truly make a difference.
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INTERACTIVE EXPERT TALKS:
Direct Access to Leading Experts:
Live, Interactive Guidance
No other platform offers live, weekly Speaker Talks where you can engage directly with top mental health professionals, getting real-time advice tailored to your needs.
“I feel the parents on these meetings can relate better than any other interpersonal interaction I have.”
“These meetings are life changing, in terms of how I view myself, my relationships and the world.”
“Having others share their experience deepens my own…as a result of these meetings my relationship with my son has changed.”
“I must admit I am not sure I would be where I am in this journey without these meetings. I cannot say enough…about what it has done for me.”
“In these meetings I also learned more about myself and found a contentment that was allusive for so many years..”
“OPLM groups bring me a sense of connection and help normalize my situation, bolstering my approach to my daily life.”
Stories
Our stories are the real deal — raw, painful and, sometimes, funny… but they’re always insightful and healing. Read and watch stories of other parents like you. And when you’re ready, submit your own.
Blogs
I get mad at my husband sometimes—over little things and slightly bigger ones. I used to pout and stonewall for days when this happened, while he seemed to move through […]
For a long time, I approached healing like a project—something I could manage, complete, and measure. I believed that if I just did enough work, I’d finally arrive somewhere better: […]
Supporting Parents and Protecting Children At OPLM, we support parents navigating the challenges of their child’s mental health, providing guidance, resources, and community for families managing developmental, emotional, or behavioral […]
Find a Support Group.
Join live Zoom support groups with other parents and find the insights and fellowship you need to support your journey.
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Week of Support groups
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Self-Compassion
Self-Compassion
As a parent of a child who is struggling, it is helpful to reflect on compassion. And how about when we parents are struggling? Self-compassion is the ability to treat […]
Virtual Support group
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Invitation to Change: Everyday Tools for Families
Invitation to Change: Everyday Tools for Families
The Invitation to Change group is a 15-week series designed to give parents and caregivers practical tools they can use every day. Rooted in compassion and collaboration, this group helps […]
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Newcomers Support Group
Newcomers Support Group
Our Newcomers Support Group is open to all who are in their first 90 days of membership with OPLM. Come share your story and be with others who are at […]
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Families with Kids in Programs
Families with Kids in Programs
Gather with other parents who have kids in programs. Programs may be anything from treatment centers, therapeutic boarding schools, therapeutic wilderness programs, inpatient or outpatient programs such as IOPs, PHP, […]
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Moms Gratitude Connection
Moms Gratitude Connection
Join us for a fun, lighthearted hour of diving into joy and gratitude. We will be exploring and learning from people that have influenced and supported our journeys and hope […]
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Support for Families w/Kids in Continued and Post Care
Support for Families w/Kids in Continued and Post Care
Gather with other parents who have children in Sober Living or that have graduated or left a program to be home or on their own. Programs may be anything from […]
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Men’s Support Group
Men’s Support Group
Find support and strength with other men in this safe space — share your story, hear from others and find help and hope in community. This meeting is open to […]
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Nurturing Minds: OPLM’s Weekly Book Club
Nurturing Minds: OPLM’s Weekly Book Club
Come enjoy our Nurturing Minds, OPLM’s weekly book club. This is an uplifting, safe, and empathetic space where we discuss thought-provoking books and diverse themes with an open dialogue, mutual […]
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Meditation
Meditation
Our Meditation Support Groups are open to members of all experience levels and are an opportunity to take time to reflect, to breathe and simply to be. Each session ends […]
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In Balance Continuum Exclusive Family Connections Support Group
In Balance Continuum Exclusive Family Connections Support Group
Welcome to the In Balance Family Connections! No matter where your boy is in the IB continuum of care, this space is for you. We welcome newcomers!
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Supporting Caregivers/Guardians Through Their Child’s Mental Health Concerns
Supporting Caregivers/Guardians Through Their Child’s Mental Health Concerns
Join us as caregivers and guardians in a supportive community where we share experiences and thoughts surrounding the complexities of mental health concerns. Whether your child is just beginning therapy, […]
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Parent Connection: Navigating Neurodivergence Together
Parent Connection: Navigating Neurodivergence Together
Come connect with other parents raising kids who are neurodivergent — including those with autism (ASD), ADHD, OCD, and more. Together, we’ll share experiences, gain knowledge, and support one another […]
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Women’s Support Group
Women’s Support Group
This support group is open to all who identify as women. Gather in this safe space to share your story and find help and hope in the company of other […]
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Speaker Talk: Parenting Is an Expedition
Speaker Talk: Parenting Is an Expedition
We all need something to guide us through the ups and downs of life. The concept of the expedition is a helpful metaphor. Expeditions have different parts to them, and […]
Virtual Support group
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Men’s Support Group
Men’s Support Group
Find support and strength with other men in this safe space — share your story, hear from others and find help and hope in community. This support group is open […]
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General Support Group – Hope, Help and Healing
General Support Group – Hope, Help and Healing
General Support Group welcomes all members to gather to share experiences and to find help and hope in community.
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Coffee & Gratitude
Coffee & Gratitude
Grab a coffee and join this gratitude space on Saturdays. Share what you’re grateful for, hear from other parents and enjoy an uplifting, hopeful time with your community.
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Solo Moms Support Group
Solo Moms Support Group
Gather with other solo moms who have children struggling with mental health and/or substance use issues; come share stories and experiences with moms who get it. A solo mom is […]
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