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SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 5: Relationships
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-5-relationships/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261117T113000
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CREATED:20260921T141138Z
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SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 4: Defence Mechanisms
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-4-defence-mechanisms/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261110T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T141044Z
CREATED:20260921T141044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T141044Z
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SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 3: Anger
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-3-anger/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261103T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T140953Z
CREATED:20260921T140953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T140953Z
UID:7456-1793701800-1793705400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 2: Anxiety
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-2-anxiety/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261028T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261028T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080921Z
CREATED:20260924T080921Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-7/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261027T113000
DTSTAMP:20260921T140852Z
CREATED:20260921T140741Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260921T140852Z
UID:7451-1793097000-1793100600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions Week 1: Processing Emotions
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Tuesdays from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM\, starting 27th October\, for a 6-week program led by Gemma\, a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or come to all 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2026 \nWeek 1:             27th October – Processing Emotions\nWeek 2:             3rd November – Anxiety\nWeek 3:             10th November – Anger\nWeek 4:             17th November – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek 5:             24th November – Relationships\nWeek 6:             1st December – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nNo need to book\, just turn up! \n  \nGemma\, the counsellor who will be running the sessions \nOur counselling room at Business Box\, where the group sessions will take place
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-support-sessions-week-1-processing-emotions/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261021T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080815Z
CREATED:20260924T080815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080815Z
UID:7476-1792580400-1792585800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-6/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261016T140000
DTSTAMP:20260925T102241Z
CREATED:20260925T101744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T102241Z
UID:7485-1792155600-1792159200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar: A Compassionate Look at Mind-Body Protection
DESCRIPTION:A gentle\, supportive space to understand how your mind and body have worked to protect you\, particularly in response to experiences of CSA. \nTogether\, we’ll explore how experiences such as anxiety\, panic\, feeling numb or being constantly on alert can be understood as protective responses — ways your mind and body have tried to keep you safe. Rather than judging or fighting these responses\, we’ll explore them with curiosity and compassion. \nYou’ll also be introduced to simple\, practical tools to help you feel more grounded\, settled and supported in the present moment. \nThis online workshop is designed to be a safe and welcoming space. There’s no pressure to share or speak\, and you can keep your camera off throughout. You’re welcome to simply listen and take what feels helpful for you. \nThe session will not be recorded to protect everyone’s privacy \nBook you place here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/webinar-a-compassionate-look-at-mind-body-protection/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261015T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T110134Z
CREATED:20260908T094038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T110134Z
UID:7375-1792058400-1792065600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Mental Health 101 with WORD!
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop offers a creative and accessible exploration of Mental Health 101\, providing a safe space for learning\, reflection and discussion. Led by Juliette Burton\, the session will encourage participants to explore wellbeing through creative activities while connecting with others in a supportive environment. \n\nWhile there is no accompanying evening event\, participants are warmly invited to attend the WORD!Fest celebration at Central Library on Tuesday 27 October\, from 4:00pm to 9:00pm. \nAhead of the main event\, a limited number of Creative Health and poetry-writing one-to-one sessions will be available from 2:00pm to 4:00pm\, alongside a final workshop led by Juliette Burton taking place in the main library area. The day will conclude with refreshments and an open mic showcase\, offering plenty of opportunities to share creative work or simply relax\, connect with others and enjoy an uplifting community experience. \n\nFor more information or to register your interest please email volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/mental-health-101-with-word/
LOCATION:Kala Arts\, 6a Frog Island\, Leicester\, LE3 5AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261014T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080604Z
CREATED:20260924T080604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080604Z
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SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-5/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261013T193000
DTSTAMP:20260925T102407Z
CREATED:20260925T100704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T102407Z
UID:7483-1791916200-1791919800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Webinar: Reclaiming Community – From Isolation to Connection
DESCRIPTION:A gentle\, supportive space for survivors to explore connection\, belonging and the possibility of feeling less alone. \nThis online workshop offers a safe\, welcoming and non-judgmental environment where you can take things at your own pace. Together\, we’ll explore gentle ways of reconnecting with yourself and others\, building a sense of safety and recognising what connection might look like for you. \nThere’s no pressure to share or speak\, and you can keep your camera off throughout. You’re welcome to simply listen\, take what feels helpful\, and engage in whatever way feels comfortable. \nA compassionate space to pause\, connect and explore your own capacity for healing without judgement\, expectation or pressure. \nThe session will not be recorded to protect everyone’s privacy. \nBook your place here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/reclaiming-community-from-isolation-to-connection/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T160000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261011T190000
DTSTAMP:20260902T132709Z
CREATED:20260902T132709Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260902T132709Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music Gig in aid of Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Sunday 11 October for a special afternoon of live music and fundraising in support of Quetzal.\nHosted at The Real Ale Classroom\, the event will feature performances from local bands Interpretation\, MissKicks and Raised on Chaos. Alongside the music\, there will also be a raffle with some fantastic prizes up for grabs. \nThis event is an opportunity to come together as a community\, enjoy great live music\, and help raise vital funds for Quetzal’s work supporting women affected by childhood sexual abuse. \nEvent Details\nDate: Sunday 11 October 2026\nTime: 4:00pm\nVenue: The Real Ale Classroom\, Rutland Street\, Leicester\nTickets: £5 (+ booking fee) \nEvery ticket purchased helps Quetzal continue providing specialist support\, counselling and advocacy services to women across Leicester\, Leicestershire and Rutland. \nWe’d love to see you there. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuy your tickets\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFeaturing Live Music From Local Acts\nWe’re excited to welcome a line-up of talented local musicians for an afternoon of live music in support of Quetzal. \nInterpretation\nLeicestershire covers band Interpretation are known for energetic live performances featuring rock and pop favourites from artists including Bon Jovi\, The Rolling Stones and 4 Non Blondes. With a crowd-pleasing setlist and years of live experience across the local music scene\, they’re guaranteed to get the room singing along. \nMissKicks\nMissKicks bring a fresh\, high-energy sound. Combining powerful vocals\, upbeat rhythms and an infectious stage presence\, they’re quickly building a reputation for lively performances and feel-good sets that keep audiences engaged from start to finish. \nRaised on Chaos\n5 piece Country/ Punk band brought together by a shared appreciation of Chaos\, Glitter and Dolly P.\nAn Afternoon of Music\, Community and Support\nThis special charity gig is a chance for people across Leicester and Leicestershire to come together\, enjoy an afternoon of fantastic entertainment and support the life-changing work of Quetzal. \nGuests can expect an afternoon packed with live performances\, fundraising activities and a raffle featuring prizes donated by local businesses and supporters. Whether you come along with friends\, family or colleagues\, the event is designed to be inclusive\, uplifting and full of energy. \nSupporting Quetzal’s Work\nEvery ticket sold and every donation made on the day will directly support Quetzal’s specialist services for women affected by childhood sexual abuse. \nFor many women\, Quetzal provides a safe space to access counselling\, advocacy and support that can make a lasting difference to their lives. Demand for these services continues to grow\, making community fundraising events like this more important than ever. \nBy attending\, you are helping Quetzal continue to provide: \n\nSpecialist counselling services\nOne-to-one support and advocacy\nGroup support opportunities\nOutreach and awareness work across the local community\n\nGet Involved\nWe’d love for you to join us on the day and help spread the word. Invite friends\, share the event on social media and help us make this a brilliant afternoon of live music and fundraising. \nTogether\, we can make a real difference. \nIf you’re not able to attend but would like to support us check out our fundraising ideas Fundraise – Quetzal
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/live-music-gig-in-aid-of-quetzal/
LOCATION:Real Ale Classroom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T105825Z
CREATED:20260908T092457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T105825Z
UID:7371-1791453600-1791460800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Kindness as Empowerment with WORD!
DESCRIPTION:Explore the theme of Kindness as Empowerment in this uplifting creative workshop led by Juliette Burton. Through writing\, discussion and creative activities\, participants will reflect on the ways kindness can strengthen wellbeing\, community and connection. \n\nThe workshop is part of a wider day of celebration\, with a WORD! event taking place that evening from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Attenborough Arts Centre as part of Black History Month\, headlined by the renowned poet Grace Nichols. \nParticipants will be invited to share work created during the workshop through gallery tablecloths and washing-line displays. We are particularly encouraging artists of Black heritage to contribute further through a limited number of open mic slots\, although everyone is warmly welcome to attend\, share\, celebrate and connect. \n\n\nAward-winning comedian and theatre-maker Juliette Burton is coming once again at Quetzal to deliver not one session but three sessions exploring textile and poetry. \nThis is the second workshop out of three leading up to WordFest! on the 27th October at Leicester City Library. \nIf you cannot make this workshop\, you can come to the next one\, Find out more below \nMental Health 101 with WORD! \n \nFor more information or to register your interest please email volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/kindness-as-empowerment-word/
LOCATION:Kala Arts\, 6a Frog Island\, Leicester\, LE3 5AG\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261008T110000
DTSTAMP:20260925T102627Z
CREATED:20260925T095844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260925T102627Z
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Finding your Anchor
DESCRIPTION:Finding Your Anchor – Grounding and Stabilisation \nA gentle\, supportive online workshop designed around you. \nWhile you wait for your individual counselling\, we invite you to join one of our Counsellor-Led  Workshops. Together\, we’ll explore compassionate\, practical tools to help you manage feelings of overwhelm\, flashbacks and distress. \nThis workshop focuses on  helping you develop a greater sense of safety\, stability and calm that you can carry into everyday life. \nThis is an online webinar\, and you’re welcome to keep your camera off if you prefer. There’s no pressure to share or speak; you can simply listen and take part in whatever way feels comfortable for you. \nPlease note: This workshop is available exclusively to people accessing support through Quetzal and will not be recorded to protect everyone’s privacy. \nBook your place here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/webinar-finding-your-anchor/
LOCATION:Online
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260924T080503Z
CREATED:20260924T080503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260924T080503Z
UID:7471-1791370800-1791376200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-4/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260930T123000
DTSTAMP:20260908T083345Z
CREATED:20260901T130945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T083345Z
UID:7339-1790766000-1790771400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Quetzal’s Birthday Drop-in\nOur drop-in session this week will have a special birthday theme to celebrate the anniversary of Quetzal’s founding. Gift bags donated by Lush will be available for participants. \nWednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-3/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260924T120000
DTSTAMP:20260916T105423Z
CREATED:20260914T091701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T105423Z
UID:7421-1790244000-1790251200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Explore Identity through Textile with WORD!
DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin facilitator and writer Juliette Burton for a welcoming creative workshop exploring identity and mental health through textiles at Kala Arts CIC 10-12pm. Participants will have the opportunity to create their own textile squares\, reflecting on personal experiences\, stories and connections through creative expression. \n\nThis workshop links to Juliette’s performance at WORD! later that evening\, taking place from 7:00pm to 9:00pm at Attenborough Arts Centre\, providing an opportunity to continue the conversation and celebrate creativity in a supportive environment. \nAll workshop attendees will be added to the guest list to watch the show for free \nFor more information or to register your interest please email volunteers@quetzal.org.uk  \n\nAward-winning comedian and theatre-maker Juliette Burton is coming once again at Quetzal to deliver not one session but three sessions exploring textile and poetry.  They’d like those costumes to represent more than just their own experiences but YOURS. They’d like also for your words to be heard. \nThis is the first workshop out of three leading up to WordFest! on the 27th October at Leicester City Library. \nMore about the other workshops below \nKindness as Empowerment with WORD! \n \nMental Health 101 with WORD! \n \n  \n\n 
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/explore-identity-through-textile-with-word/
LOCATION:Kala Arts\, 6a Frog Island\, Leicester\, LE3 5AG\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260923T123000
DTSTAMP:20260901T130906Z
CREATED:20260901T130906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130906Z
UID:7337-1790161200-1790166600@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Drop-in Support Sessions at Quetzal every Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal-2/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260916T123000
DTSTAMP:20260901T130807Z
CREATED:20260901T130807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130807Z
UID:7335-1789556400-1789561800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Drop-in Support Sessions at Quetzal every Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-at-quetzal/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260909T123000
DTSTAMP:20260901T130336Z
CREATED:20260819T140610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260901T130336Z
UID:7308-1788951600-1788957000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session at Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Drop-in Support Sessions at Quetzal every Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others. \nFind out more through our Drop-in Group Agreement
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-3/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260902T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T140415Z
CREATED:20260819T135656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T140415Z
UID:7302-1788346800-1788352200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-in Session
DESCRIPTION:Weekly Drop-in Support Sessions at Quetzal every Wednesday 11-12:30pm\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed\, with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease note\nThese sessions are not therapy\, they are not counsellor-led but instead are delivered by support workers. The sessions are a great source of emotional support and a chance to share challenges you face in everyday life with others who will be able to empathise and understand your experiences. They are also a great excuse to step out of the house and exercise your creativity. \nAs the sessions are non-therapeutic\, attendees are discouraged from discussing their experiences of childhood sexual abuse as this can be triggering for yourself and others.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260826T123000
DTSTAMP:20260819T140237Z
CREATED:20260819T140237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260819T140237Z
UID:7305-1787742000-1787747400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Weekly Drop-In Session
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/weekly-drop-in-session-2/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Regular event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T063000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251113T203000
DTSTAMP:20250619T142332Z
CREATED:20250523T092325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T142332Z
UID:6240-1763015400-1763065800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Art Workshops with Libby and Maddie - Winter Decorations
DESCRIPTION:Winter decorations \nThursday 13 November\, 6.30-8.30 pm \nCreate colourful paper bird decorations! In this workshop\, you will combine both collage and mark-making skills to make winter bird decorations complete with a hanging loop. \nYou will layer large sheets of paper with colour and texture and then cut around a provided template. Once the pieces have been assembled to create the bird you will then be able to cut further shapes to collage in layers on top. This means each bird created will be completely unique! \nAll materials will be provided including templates to take away so you can make as many more birds as you wish. Perfect for decorating your home or giving as gifts. \nRegister for this workshop at the website link below.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/art-workshops-with-libby-and-maddie-winter-decorations/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Quetzal Leicester":MAILTO:volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20251106T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251211T120000
DTSTAMP:20250619T142426Z
CREATED:20250529T132122Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T142426Z
UID:6305-1762426800-1765454400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-led Group Sessions – Winter 2025
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\, starting 6th Nov\, for a 6-week program led by a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or book in for up to 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops for 2025 with themes as follows: \nWinter 2025 \nWeek one:      6th Nov – Processing Emotions\nWeek two:      13th Nov – Anxiety\nWeek three:   20th Nov – Anger\nWeek four:     27th Nov – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek five:      4th Dec – Relationships\nWeek six:       11th Dec – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nRegister for these sessions at the website link below.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-sessions-winter-2025/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Quetzal Leicester":MAILTO:volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250930T140000
DTSTAMP:20250729T132317Z
CREATED:20250729T132317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T132317Z
UID:6473-1759235400-1759240800@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Connecting to Your Strengths – An Online Personal Development and Reflection Workshop Organised by Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to attend ‘Connecting to Your Strengths’\, a free one-off\, trauma-informed workshop designed to support you to reconnect with your innate strengths and build confidence. \nWhen we understand\, connect\, and use our strengths intentionally it can be very empowering and energising for the way we live our lives. \nThis session will offer the opportunity to explore your strengths by: \nNaming them – recognising what they are \n“Learn and recognise the strengths within you – gifts you may not have always been encouraged to see”. \nClaiming them – embracing your power \n“Begin to trust that your strengths are not only real\, but valid—and that you have the right to use them to build your voice and confidence.” \nAiming them – Using your strengths with purpose \n“Choose to use your strengths intentionally to ……….. \nThe workshop will be facilitated by Sacha\, an experienced ICF-certified coach and qualified counsellor. \nNo preparation is required\, and you are welcome to participate in a way that feels right for you.  \nWho it’s for: \nThis workshop is open to all women who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. \nWorkshop Dates & Times \nThe session will run 4 times; each session will follow the same format so pick whichever session is most convenient for you. \nJoin us for a Face-to-Face Sessions on either  \nMonday 1st September @ 11:30am – 1:00pm \nOR \nThursday 4th September @12:30 – 2:00pm \nat Quetzal\, 14–16 Talbot Lane\, Leicester\, LE1 4LR \nAlternatively join us online via Zoom on \nWednesday 10th September @ 12:00 – 1:30pm \nOR \nTuesday 30th September @ 12:30 – 2:00pmJoining instructions will be provided upon booking \nTo Book Your Place: \nEmail: help@quetzal.org.uk\nText: 07436 530 605 \nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/connecting-to-your-strengths-an-online-personal-development-and-reflection-workshop-organised-by-quetzal-2/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250910T133000
DTSTAMP:20250729T131908Z
CREATED:20250729T131908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T131908Z
UID:6470-1757505600-1757511000@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY: Connecting to Your Strengths – An Online Personal Development and Reflection Workshop Organised by Quetzal
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to attend ‘Connecting to Your Strengths’\, a free one-off\, trauma-informed workshop designed to support you to reconnect with your innate strengths and build confidence. \nWhen we understand\, connect\, and use our strengths intentionally it can be very empowering and energising for the way we live our lives. \nThis session will offer the opportunity to explore your strengths by: \nNaming them – recognising what they are \n“Learn and recognise the strengths within you – gifts you may not have always been encouraged to see”. \nClaiming them – embracing your power \n“Begin to trust that your strengths are not only real\, but valid—and that you have the right to use them to build your voice and confidence.” \nAiming them – Using your strengths with purpose \n“Choose to use your strengths intentionally to ……….. \nThe workshop will be facilitated by Sacha\, an experienced ICF-certified coach and qualified counsellor. \nNo preparation is required\, and you are welcome to participate in a way that feels right for you.  \nWho it’s for: \nThis workshop is open to all women who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. \nWorkshop Dates & Times \nThe session will run 4 times; each session will follow the same format so pick whichever session is most convenient for you. \nJoin us for a Face-to-Face Sessions on either  \nMonday 1st September @ 11:30am – 1:00pm \nOR \nThursday 4th September @12:30 – 2:00pm \nat Quetzal\, 14–16 Talbot Lane\, Leicester\, LE1 4LR \nAlternatively join us online via Zoom on \nWednesday 10th September @ 12:00 – 1:30pm \nOR \nTuesday 30th September @ 12:30 – 2:00pmJoining instructions will be provided upon booking \nTo Book Your Place: \nEmail: help@quetzal.org.uk\nText: 07436 530 605 \nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/connecting-to-your-strengths-an-online-personal-development-and-reflection-workshop-organised-by-quetzal/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T123000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T140000
DTSTAMP:20250729T131206Z
CREATED:20250729T131206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250729T131206Z
UID:6468-1756989000-1756994400@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Connecting to Your Strengths – A Personal Development and Reflection Workshop Organised by Quetzal Session 2
DESCRIPTION:We are pleased to invite you to attend ‘Connecting to Your Strengths’\, a free one-off\, trauma-informed workshop designed to support you to reconnect with your innate strengths and build confidence. \nWhen we understand\, connect\, and use our strengths intentionally it can be very empowering and energising for the way we live our lives. \nThis session will offer the opportunity to explore your strengths by: \nNaming them – recognising what they are \n“Learn and recognise the strengths within you – gifts you may not have always been encouraged to see”. \nClaiming them – embracing your power \n“Begin to trust that your strengths are not only real\, but valid—and that you have the right to use them to build your voice and confidence.” \nAiming them – Using your strengths with purpose \n“Choose to use your strengths intentionally to ……….. \nThe workshop will be facilitated by Sacha\, an experienced ICF-certified coach and qualified counsellor. \nNo preparation is required\, and you are welcome to participate in a way that feels right for you. \nWho it’s for: \nThis workshop is open to all women who are survivors of childhood sexual abuse. \nWorkshop Dates & Times \nThe session will run 4 times; each session will follow the same format so pick whichever session is most convenient for you. \nJoin us for a Face-to-Face Sessions on either  \nMonday 1st September @ 11:30am – 1:00pm \nOR \nThursday 4th September @12:30 – 2:00pm \nat Quetzal\, 14–16 Talbot Lane\, Leicester\, LE1 4LR \nAlternatively join us online via Zoom on \nWednesday 10th September @ 12:00 – 1:30pm \nOR \nTuesday 30th September @ 12:30 – 2:00pm \nJoining instructions will be provided upon booking \nTo Book Your Place: \nEmail: help@quetzal.org.uk\nText: 07436 530 605 \n  \nIf you have any questions or would like more information\, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/connecting-to-your-strengths-a-personal-development-and-reflection-workshop-organised-by-quetzal-session-2/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250904T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251009T120000
DTSTAMP:20250619T142454Z
CREATED:20250529T131818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250619T142454Z
UID:6304-1756983600-1760011200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Counsellor-led Group Sessions - Autumn Season
DESCRIPTION:Following the success of our previous group counselling rounds\, we are pleased to offer another series of Counsellor-Led Group Support Sessions. These small\, professionally facilitated sessions are designed to provide support\, guidance\, and practical strategies to help you cope while waiting for ongoing counselling\, without any pressure to share your personal experiences. \nJoin us on Thursdays from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM\, starting 4th Sept\, for a 6-week program led by a qualified and compassionate counsellor at Quetzal. \nThese groups are not therapy and will not impact your individual counselling sessions. You can attend one group session or book in for up to 6 sessions\, depending on your needs. The sessions will be psychoeducational in nature\, with a different theme each week to help you concentrate on strategies and coping mechanisms. We have a schedule of workshops for 2025 with themes as follows: \nAutumn 2025 \nWeek one:      4th Sept – Processing Emotions\nWeek two:      11th Sept – Anxiety\nWeek three:   18th Sept – Anger\nWeek four:     25th Sept – Defence Mechanisms\nWeek five:      2nd Oct – Relationships\nWeek six:       9th Oct – Resilience \nAttending these sessions can be very effective in helping you begin your recovery journey. \nRegister for these sessions at the website link below.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/counsellor-led-group-sessions-autumn-season/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Quetzal Leicester":MAILTO:volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250903T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250924T143000
DTSTAMP:20250724T153906Z
CREATED:20250724T153906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250724T153906Z
UID:6454-1756904400-1758724200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Body Literacy Journaling Workshops
DESCRIPTION:Read about the workshops here
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/body-literacy-journaling-workshops/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
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ORGANIZER;CN="Quetzal Leicester":MAILTO:volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20250903T113000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20250903T133000
DTSTAMP:20250808T172144Z
CREATED:20250808T171851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250808T172144Z
UID:6494-1756899000-1756906200@quetzal.org.uk
SUMMARY:Drop-In Support Session: Quetzal bird themed creative writing session
DESCRIPTION:Monthly Drop-in Support Session at Quetzal\nOur informal drop in sessions provide a safe\, non-judgemental place for you to come and exercise your creativity\, meet other women\, make friends and gain support from Quetzal staff and volunteers. \nThey are friendly and relaxed with time for creativity\, chatting and refreshments. The drop-in sessions are completely free. You can come to just one or attend regularly based on your availability.  They are ideal for anyone on our waiting list or finishing counselling with us. \nWhen: First Wednesday of every month\, 11am – 1.30pm \nRegister for these sessions at the website link below.
URL:https://quetzal.org.uk/ourevent/drop-in-support-session-quetzal-bird-themed-creative-writing-session/
LOCATION:The Quetzal Building\, 3 Oswin Road\, Leicester\, LE3 1HR\, United Kingdom
ORGANIZER;CN="Quetzal Leicester":MAILTO:volunteers@quetzal.org.uk
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