Growing Up Solo:
Support Group for Adult Onlies

Going through life as an only child is a unique experience that shapes who you are in profound ways. This group offers a safe, empathetic space for adults who share this singular perspective to come together, connect, and explore their shared journey. 

Through guided discussions, we’ll explore topics like building and maintaining meaningful relationships, navigating feelings of loneliness and longing, and finding a balance between self-reliance and seeking support. Group members will have the opportunity to share their experiences, gain new perspectives, and develop strategies to navigate the joys and challenges that come with being an only adult child. Whether you're seeking validation, insight, or strategies for personal growth, this group offers a supportive environment to share and learn with others who understand you.

Join us to connect, reflect, and grow alongside fellow adult only children.

“As an adult only child myself, I wish I had a space to explore the impact of this unique experience on so many different areas of my life. That is why I created this group.”

"Growing up as an only child teaches you independence, but adulthood teaches you the value of connection."

— Anonymous

Topics may include:

  • Identity and Sense of Self: exploring the impact of being an only child on identity formation and self-understanding

  • Family Dynamics: understanding family dynamics and dealing with pressure or over-reliance

  • Social Connection and Loneliness: building and maintaining meaningful social connections and navigating feelings of loneliness and longing

  • Grief and Loss: managing anticipatory grief of parents as the sole adult child and grieving the ambiguous absence of siblings

  • Life transitions and Milestones: navigating adulthood, transitions, and making major life decisions without siblings

  • Social Myths & Stereotypes: challenging social myths and stereotypes of being an only child, and fostering personal growth and resilience

Details:

Cost: $50 per group

Dates & Times: Tuesdays at 6pm

Location: All group sessions take place virtually via a HIPAA-compliant online platform. Group members will receive more information about this once registration has been completed.

Requirements:

  • Participants must be an adult only child, at least 21+ years of age

  • Participants must be in Pennsylvania or Delaware during the time of group sessions

  • Participants must be in a private, confidential environment during group with cameras & sound on