Events

FIND CONNECTION AND GROWTH THROUGH COMMUNITY

BOOK CLUB, WORKSHOPS, & COMMUNITY EVENTS

IN-PERSON IN LEESBURG, VIRGINIA AND ONLINE

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Looking to prioritize your mental health, connect with like-minded individuals, and grow through meaningful conversations? You’ve come to the right place!

Join us for our therapeutic book clubs, engaging workshops, and meaningful community events that provide welcoming spaces to reflect, learn, and build practical skills for personal development and well-being.

Whether you’re in Loudoun County, nearby, or anywhere in Virginia, we welcome you to join us—both in person and virtually. If you’re interested in improving self-compassion, managing stress, or simply seeking meaningful connections, these events are thoughtfully crafted to support your wellness journey.

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Community Events

Breathing Room

Location: In-person at Rust Library
Date/Time: Check back soon!
Cost: Free

Feeling overwhelmed? Could you just use a break, a moment to breathe?

Join us for Breathing Room, a free community wellness event designed to help you find calm and clarity through simple, bite-sized mindfulness exercises. In just a short amount of time, you can learn practical tools to help you slow down, reduce stress, and bring more balance to your day.

WHO CAN ATTEND?

This event is open to all adults who want to explore mindfulness and find a moment of peace. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or looking to deepen your practice, Breathing Room offers a gentle, accessible way to slow down and breathe.

Know someone who might benefit? Invite them to join you!

WHAT CAN I EXPECT?

Relaxed, Welcoming Environment: Each session begins with a warm welcome to help you feel at ease.
Mindfulness Insights: The facilitator may share practical insights about mindfulness, explaining how small moments of being present can make a big difference in your daily life.
Learn & Practice: You’ll learn a mindfulness strategy, skill, or participate in a guided mindfulness exercise.
Your Comfort, Your Pace: There’s no pressure to participate beyond your comfort level. Whether you’re new to mindfulness or have some experience, you’re welcome to engage in a way that feels right for you.
Time to Breathe: You’ll have dedicated time to slow down and practice reconnecting with yourself before returning to your day.

DO I NEED A RESERVATION?

Space may be limited. Check back soon for more information, including how to sign up!

WHO FACILITATES THE EVENT?

Meetings are facilitated by Kaylie Groenhout (she/her), board-certified Resident in Counseling and fellow stress-prone human who practices mindfulness to find moments of peace.

IMPORTANT NOTES

This event is not sponsored by Loudoun County Public Library (LCPL).
Though hosted by a licensed Resident in Counseling, this event is not a substitute for psychotherapy, group counseling, or other mental health treatment.

Therapeutic Book Club

This isn’t your neighborhood book club (and, hey, we love a neighborhood book club)! While it definitely has a social component, our book club focuses on self-reflection and building and sharing insight.

Location: Virtual
Date/Time: Two Wednesdays each month from 6-7:15 PM (dates varies by month, see below)
Cost: $50/month

Registration will close three days before the first meeting of each month.

PLEASE NOTE:
Though hosted by a licensed Resident in Counseling, book club is not a substitute for psychotherapy, group counseling, or other mental health treatment.

WHEN AND HOW DO WE MEET?

We meet twice a month on Wednesday evenings from 6-7:15 PM EST. Exact dates change each month (see below). This is an online book club. A meeting link will be emailed to you two days before the meeting.

WHAT'S INCLUDED?

For $50/month, you’ll receive:

access to (2), 75-minute virtual book club meetings for that month
guided discussions led by a mental health practitioner
curated journal prompts to extend your reflections
increased accountability to yourself
an opportunity to share your thoughts and insights with others and build connection

ARE BOOKS PROVIDED?

No. Each participant is responsible for acquiring their own copy of the book. We recommend considering utilizing your public library (including electronic resources like Libby and Hoopla), local bookstores, used bookstores, and online retailers like Bookshop.org.

HOW MANY PEOPLE CAN ATTEND?

We have a three-person minimum and ten-person maximum to ensure there are enough diverse perspectives to facilitate meaningful discussions, while also keeping the group small enough so everyone feels comfortable and has ample opportunities to share.

WHO CAN JOIN?

Anyone 18 or over who is looking for a unique way to work on self-reflection and self-improvement while connecting with others doing the same. Because this is not therapy, there is no requirement to be located in Virginia.

Know someone who might benefit from this group, and who might bring something to the table? Encourage a friend to register!

WHO FACILITATES THE MEETINGS?

Meetings are facilitated by Kaylie Groenhout (she/her), board-certified Resident in Counseling and fellow bookworm.

WHAT IF I CAN'T MAKE A MEETING?

Attendance is key to a therapeutic book club as one of our main goals is to foster a sense of community.

That said, regardless of how much we plan, sometimes life happens. If you have to miss a meeting, please join us at the next one! Just drop a line so we know you’ll be out.

No refunds or “make-ups” will be offered.