The Centre

Happier in 4 Weeks: Your Personal Happiness Project
2026-06-17 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-06-24 12:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | Virtual
Inspired by The Happiness Project, this interactive virtual series invites you to pause, reflect, and reconnect with what brings you joy and fulfillment. Together, we will explore simple yet meaningful ways to create more balance, positivity, and intention in everyday life.
Through conversation, self-reflection, and practical tools, participants will focus on four important areas of well-being:
June 3rd – Week 1: Awareness & Clarity
Discover what happiness means to you and identify the areas of life you would like to strengthen.
June 10th – Week 2: Mindset & Daily Habits
Explore how small shifts in thinking and routine can support emotional well-being and lasting change.
June 17th – Week 3: Relationships & Connection
Reflect on the role of relationships, community, and connection in creating a happier and healthier life.
June 24th – Week 4: Purpose & Personal Growth
Develop your own personalized happiness plan and create intentions for continued growth beyond the group.
Participants are encouraged to attend all four sessions, as each week builds on the previous one, but you are welcome to join any sessions that fit your schedule. Once you register for the first session, you will have access to all meetings.

2026-06-26 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kathy Castor Centre for Counseling and Wellness, 105 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
What would you change if you had a magic wand? In this uplifting and reflective support group for senior women, participants will explore the power they already hold to bring comfort, kindness and hope to themselves, their communities, and the world around them. Through guided discussion women 65+ will imagine the positive changes they wish to see while recognizing the meaningful ways their voices, experiences, and actions continue to make a difference. Even small acts can create lasting magic.
In This Group, We Will:

Connect in a safe, welcoming space
Share and feel heard
Reflect on friendships and support systems
Build meaningful connections
Explore ways to create more good days

In Person Meeting
Please reach out if you have any questions: 813-921-9461 or Email: tlouzada@thecentre.org

The Mama Circle – Weekly In Person Meeting
2026-07-01 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-15 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-07-29 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-05 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-08-12 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-09 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-23 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-09-30 11:00 - 12:00 | The Kathy Castor Centre for Counseling and Wellness, 105 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
Join us for a cozy gathering where moms share stories, tips, and laughter – The Mama Circle is your safe space to connect and unwind.

Babies and toddlers are welcome!
Motherhood is beautiful, but it’s also messy, emotional, and full of moments no one prepares you for. Whether you’re pregnant, holding a newborn, or chasing toddlers, you deserve a space to exhale, be heard, and feel supported.
Join this free weekly online peer support group, created for pregnant women, new moms, and moms of young children, and led by an experienced social worker and fellow mama. This is a safe, judgment-free space where real talk is welcome.
Keep in mind this is not therapy. It’s peer support, mom to mom facilitated by an experienced social worker mama. Come as you are, whether you’re still expecting, recovering postpartum, or in the thick of toddler life.
Important Information: You’re welcome to join us every week or simply attend the sessions that work best for you. Registering helps us send you a reminder before each meeting, but it’s optional.
Weekly Meetings on Wednesdays | 11–Noon(ET)
For questions or more information, contact our Program Coordinator: Thais Louzada – 656-207-7102 – tlouzada@thecentre.org

The Invisible Load
2026-07-21 12:00 - 13:00 | Virtual
In this engaging 30-minute webinar, we will explore the concept of mental and emotional labor, learn how these unseen responsibilities impact stress, well-being, and relationships. Attendees will identify common sources of invisible load and discover tools for setting boundaries, balance, and reducing overwhelm. Whether you are balancing parenting, caregiving, work, your own business, and family household responsibilities, this session will provide validation, insight, and actionable approaches to lighten the burden and support healthier, more equitable relationships.
In this session, you will learn:

What mental and emotional labor is and why it often goes unnoticed
How invisible responsibilities can contribute to stress, burnout, and relationship strain
Common sources of emotional and mental load in parenting, caregiving, work, and household management
Strategies for communicating needs and setting healthy boundaries
Practical techniques to reduce overwhelm and create a more balanced distribution of responsibilities
Ways to support healthier, more equitable relationships at home and in the workplace

Whether you are balancing parenting, caregiving, work, running your own business, or managing family and household responsibilities, this session will provide validation, insight, and actionable approaches to help lighten the burden and improve overall well-being.iinar

Freedom to Be Me - WOMEN 60+ Monthly Free Support Group
2026-07-24 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kathy Castor Centre for Counseling and Wellness, 105 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
As we move through life, many of us discover new freedoms—freedom to make our own choices, pursue our interests, set healthy boundaries, and define what matters most to us. At the same time, we may find ourselves reflecting on how our ideas about independence and personal freedom have evolved over the years. Whether your freedom comes from retirement, personal growth, life transitions, or simply a deeper understanding of who you are, this group offers a welcoming space to connect, reflect, and be inspired by one another’s journeys.
Independence and Interdependence: How has your definition of independence changed over the years? Talk about navigating retirement, health changes, caregiving, widowhood, relocation, or becoming an empty nester.

What does healthy independence look like for you?
When is it difficult to ask for help?
What support systems strengthen your life?
Emphasize resilience and lessons learned.

In This Group, We Will:

Connect in a safe, welcoming space
Share and feel heard
Reflect on friendships and support systems
Build meaningful connections
Explore ways to create more good days

Wired for Over-Responsibility: Why Choosing Yourself Still Feels Hard
2026-08-21 12:00 - 13:00 | FL
Learn how to care for yourself!

Do you often take on responsibilities beyond your role before anyone even asks? Do you feel guilty when you choose your own needs over something you think you “should” be doing? Are you carrying a mental to-do list that no one else can see, yet still feel responsible for keeping everything running smoothly? You may be experiencing a pattern known as over-responsibility, the tendency to take on more than is yours to carry. This workshop explores how over-responsibility develops, how it shows up in daily life, and why it can be so difficult to put yourself first.
During this workshop, participants will:
• Identify four key areas where over-responsibility commonly shows up
• Explore the connection between over-responsibility, stress, and the nervous system
• Recognize how guilt and self-abandonment can become automatic patterns
• Learn a simple daily practice to help pause before saying yes to new requests or commitments
• Build greater awareness of personal needs, limits, and capacity
This workshop is not about caring less or withdrawing support from others. It is about learning how to care for yourself while continuing to show up in meaningful ways for the people and responsibilities that matter most.
Register today spots are limited.

More Than Blue: A Timely Conversation on Maternal Mental Health
2026-09-16 10:00 - 12:00 | The Kathy Castor Centre for Counseling and Wellness, 105 West Sligh Avenue, Tampa, FL, 33604, United States
Documentary Film!

More Than Blue is a groundbreaking new documentary that illuminates the faces and voices of postpartum depression across America. Through the real stories of families across the country, the film shines a light on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders – too often unseen, unheard, or misunderstood. While we have come a long way over the last decade in terms of screening patients, most individuals experiencing conditions like postpartum depression, anxiety, or psychosis still go undiagnosed or untreated. We need to do better. Pairing raw personal stories with expert insights, the film aims to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and ensure mothers receive the care they need to recover and heal. More Than Blue is both a testament to the strength of families and a call to action – grounded in the science and stories – to ensure that no one suffers in shame or silence.
This workshop is ideal for mothers who want to:

Learn more about postpartum depression, anxiety, and other perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Better understand the emotional challenges that can arise during pregnancy and postpartum.
Hear real stories from mothers and families affected by maternal mental health conditions.
Connect with other women in a supportive and welcoming environment.
Discover local resources and support services available to pregnant women and new moms.
Gain hope, knowledge, and encouragement on the journey to recovery and wellness.

*IN PERSON EVENT- Refreshments will be served.
