Community Events, Support Groups and Workshops

Feb 10, 2026 // 5:30 - 7:30 PM // 

St Louis Community College (Meramec Campus)

Build your self-esteem and unlock your true potential. This engaging and interactive workshop is designed to help you overcome self-doubt and reconnect with your inner confidence. Led by a licensed clinical social worker, you will engage in activities, gain deeper self-awareness and identify your personal strengths. Discover practical strategies to nurture self-belief in your daily life.

Participants must register. 

March 3, 2026 // 5:30 - 7:30 PM // 

St Louis Community College (Meramec Campus)

Connect more deeply with others by enhancing your communication skills. Learn practical tips for improving communication, building trust and strengthening relationships. Through engaging activities and real-life scenarios, you will master the art of clear communication, active listening, and empathetic understanding. 

Participants must register. Last date to register: Feb. 25.

April 14, 2026 // 5:30 - 7:00 PM // 

St Louis Community College (Meramec Campus)

This helpful and interactive workshop is all about learning how to deal with stress in a healthy way. Led by a trained mental health professional, you will learn what causes stress, learn and practice practical techniques for coping with stress exercises, and create your own individualized stress busting 'tool kit'. 

Participants must register. Last date to register: Apr 8.

The Fourth Sunday of each Month // 12:00 - 1:00 PM // 

The Empowerment Spot (St. Louis)

Come for relief, education, connection and comfort. This is an open support group, meaning if there is space for a new participant, they are welcome to join. Participants must register prior to attending. The facilitator will provide a group theme and education on a topic that correlates with anxiety. Participants will learn tools for coping, self-soothing, and grounding, and share as they feel comfortable.

TBA // Group Now Forming! // The Empowerment Spot (St. Louis)

Looking for a supportive community of child-free women? This support group will: provide a safe and non-judgmental space for women to express their feelings; address societal stigma and misconceptions surrounding childlessness; promote self-care and mental well-being for women who are childless as a result of infertility or circumstance; celebrate and validate the diverse paths to fulfillment and happiness. Prior screening + registration is required.

TBA // 2026

Join us as we hit the trails and connect with nature, each other, and ourselves in a beautiful setting. Whether you’re a first responder or someone who supports them, this is a chance to unwind, breathe, and heal together. Registration is required.

January 3, 2026 // 3:00 PM // The Enterprise Center (St. Louis)

Join Break The Stigma, Inc. in supporting first responder mental health by contributing to our fundraiser with the St. Louis Blues on Saturday, January 3rd at 3pm! Your donation helps expand education, resources, and awareness programs that empower those who serve our communities to get the help they deserve.

Ticket quantities are limited and subject to availability. Use exclusive link: https://www.gofevo.com/event/Breakstigma2

October 26, 2025 // 9 AM // Lime Kiln Trailhead

Join us as we hit the trails and connect with nature, each other, and ourselves in a beautiful setting. Whether you’re a first responder or someone who supports them, this is a chance to unwind, breathe, and heal together. Registration is required.

September 6, 2025 // 6:15 AM // Francis Park

We are proud to join forces with CrossFit Achieve (Webster Groves, MO) who is hosting a half marathon fundraising event for Break the Stigma Inc., an incredible organization dedicated to breaking the stigma surrounding mental health, especially for our brave first responders. Registration is required.

August 10, 2025 // 9 AM // Lone Elk Park

Join us as we hit the trails and connect with nature, each other, and ourselves in a beautiful setting. Whether you’re a first responder or someone who supports them, this is a chance to unwind, breathe, and heal together. Registration is required.