Fertility Support maintains an online therapy group to support women going through IVF. Our IVF Circle offers women a safe space to share their emotions, reducing feelings of isolation. It also provides an opportunity to process difficult feelings such anxiety and grief. The circle offers a platform for participants to gain insights from others, empowering them to navigate the challenges of IVF with resilience and a strong sense of solidarity.

IVF Is a Challenging Experience

IVF is a complex and emotionally challenging process, one that can take a toll on a woman's mental health. Women undergoing IVF often experience difficult emotions such as stress, anxiety, sadness, and frustration. The incidence of these emotions is high: a recent study, which surveyed 1,300 fertility patients in the UK, found that 90% of respondents feel depressed, 40% had experienced suicidal feelings, with 10% struggling with suicidal thoughts often or all the time. These emotions can be triggered by the physical demands of the treatment, the emotional strain of dealing with infertility, and the uncertainty of the outcome.

Fertility Support’ IVF Women’s Circle Helps Women Understand IVF’s Emotional Impact and How to Manage their Wellbeing Accordingly

Fertility Support maintains a therapy group to help women process emotions arising from an IVF treatment and to develop the tools and strategies needed to manage such emotions. Our IVF Women’s Circle provides a safe and understanding space where women can openly share their emotions, fears, and experiences with others who are going through a similar journey. This sense of community can help alleviate feelings of isolation and provide much-needed empathy and support. Additionally, our therapy group allows participants to share coping strategies and tools to manage stress, anxiety, and the emotional rollercoaster that comes with fertility treatments. The group setting can also provide a platform for learning from others' experiences, gaining valuable insights, and building resilience. Ultimately, our IVF Women’s Circle aims to empower women to navigate the challenges of IVF with resilience and a strong sense of solidarity.

FAQs

Will there be a facilitator? The IVF Women’s circle is led by Alejandra Lozada Andrade who has ample experience working with women going through IVF. 

How many people will be part of the group? We do not host more than 15 people in our therapy groups.

Where will we meet? This group has the added benefit of being online, providing greater access and convenience and takes place weekly . 

How should I prepare for the group therapy? Before joining the group, you will have a free one-to-one 30-minutes session with Alejandra to determine if group therapy is the right format for you and to prepare for the sessions.  Please contact us at info@fertilitysupportlondon.com to schedule this conversation.

What if I do not want to share how I feel with the group? If you do not feel ready to share in a group or feel this may not be the right format for you, you may benefit from one-to-one support through individual therapy.

How much is each session? As this is a therapy group, not individual therapy, the price is more accessible. The price is £30 per session and clients can purchase a package of 6 sessions for £160.

This is being called a therapy group, is that the same as a support group? No, please read our article Therapy Groups vs. Support Groups.

This group meets weekly on Fridays at 5:30pm. To join this group, simply contact us at info@fertilitysupportlondon.com.