Mothering in Color
Mothering in Color:
Support Groups by Mothers of Color, for Mothers of Color
with Dr. Aisha Williams
If you are a person of color seeking a supportive space to navigate the unique challenges of motherhood, these groups are a powerful place to land. Our monthly groups offer a blend of community, resilience-building practices, personalized coaching, and weekly peer support, all designed to help you thrive.
More than a support group, this is an investment in your well-being and a love letter to all mothers of color.
In these groups, you’ll:
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Connect with other mothers of color who can understand your experiences.
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Learn practical techniques to manage stress and build resilience.
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Receive personalized coaching to support your specific parenting challenges.
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Connect with a supportive network to lean on throughout your motherhood journey.
CURRENT OFFERINGS (Spring & Summer 2025):
Thriving: Support for Mothers of Color. A four-session daytime series meeting on Thursday lunch hours, once a month, starting May 2025. Includes a 30-min parent coaching session with Dr. Aisha Williams. For all moms of color. Register through email: info@mindfulbirthny.com
Sisters: Thriving in Motherhood for Black-identified Mothers. A four-session series meeting on Tuesdays, 6:30PM-8:00PM, one to two times a month, starting April 2025. Includes a 30-min parent coaching session with Dr. Aisha Williams. For all Black-identified Mothers. Register through email: info@mindfulbirthny.com
Here’s what makes Mothering In Color groups unique:
- Individualized Attention: Each member receives a half-hour coaching session to address personal parenting goals.
- Helpful Techniques: Learn and practice strategies for managing distress and building resilience, including mindfulness, havening, and psycho-sensory exercises.
- Ongoing Support: Engage in weekly listening partnerships with another group member for continued connection and support between sessions.
- Community and Belonging: Share your experiences, find common ground, and build meaningful relationships with other mothers of color.
- Accessibility: Financial assistance and payment plans are available to ensure this vital resource is accessible to all who need it.
What You’ll Receive:
Four Group Sessions: The core of the series, providing space to connect with other mothers of color, learn and practice resilience techniques, share experiences, gain support, and explore themes of self-care, parenting, navigating identities, and bias.
Share experiences and gain support.
- Daytime Series (Thriving – Mothers of Color): 12:00 – 1:00 PM
- Evening Series (Sisters – Black-identified Mothers): 6:30 – 8:00 PM
Weekly Listening Partnerships: Option to deepen connections with another group member and practice mindful listening, holding space, and providing mutual support
30 Minute Parent Coaching Session: One-on-one individual coaching session to support your unique parenting challenges.
Join a community of mothers who understand your journey.
Registration Process:
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Initiate the Registration Process: Fill out the form at the bottom of this page or send an email to info@mindfulbirthny.com with your name, age of child(ren), identity as a mother of color, and the group you are interested in attending.
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Complete the pre-session questionnaire: Share your expectations, joys, and challenges of motherhood.
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Submit payment: Secure your spot in the group.
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Schedule your coaching session: Choose a time that works best for you.
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Complete the listening partner questionnaire: Share your preferences for pairing.
Dr. Aisha Williams is a seasoned executive coach, consultant, group leader and mother of two, with a deep-rooted passion for helping individuals develop sound approaches to building emotional health and resilience. With a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Fordham University and a B.A. from Yale University, Dr. Williams brings a unique blend of academic rigor and practical experience to her work.Prior to her coaching practice, Dr. Williams conducted research on maternal stress and mindfulness. This research provided invaluable insights into the power of emotional regulation and resilience building, which she now integrates into her approach as a group facilitator. Over the years, Dr. Williams has honed her skills in various therapeutic modalities, including mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral therapy, hypnotherapy, and psychosensory interventions. Her broad clinical training spanned the treatment of trauma, addictions, depression, anxiety, and inpatient psychiatric care. She is particularly adept at leveraging these skills to guide mothers through challenging emotions and helping them develop effective coping strategies in parenthood. As a group leader, Dr. Williams combines her deep understanding of psychology with a compassionate and supportive demeanor, to create a safe space for mothers to find support.