Akua Mind & Body

10/17/2025

Art is one of the most powerful forms of healing. 🎨💙

Through our Art Expression Group in Long Beach, clients use creativity to explore emotions, express experiences, and reflect on their progress in recovery. 🌿

10/17/2025

That “just a headache”? It might be your body’s way of saying, “Hey, slow down.”

Stress doesn’t always look like panic—it can sneak in through jaw tension, random stomach aches, or restless sleep.

Listen to what your body’s trying to tell you before those whispers turn into shouts.

Read more at our blogpost

That "Just a Headache"?. It's Stress Awareness Month, and while we often think of stress as feeling swamped..

10/16/2025

You took care of our country — now it’s time we take care of you.

At Akua Mind Body, we proudly support active-duty military and veterans through our Military & Veterans Support Group — a safe space to connect, heal, and share experiences around PTSD, reintegration, and personal growth.

🕠 Tues & Thurs | 5:30–6:30 PM PST
💻 Join via Zoom: tinyurl.com/Akua-MilitarySG
ID: 857 3482 0291 | Passcode: 029377

Healing starts with community — and you don’t have to walk it alone.

10/13/2025

Aloha Friday never tasted so sweet! 🌺

Chef Becca’s Cheesecake Dragon Fruit Trifle brings color, comfort, and a touch of tropical joy to our clients’ healing journey. 💙

Because recovery is best served with love and a little sweetness.

10/11/2025

💚 Today, on World Mental Health Day, we take a moment to slow down and check in with ourselves and others. Your mental health matters — every single day.

At Akua Mind Body, we’re dedicated to helping you find peace, healing, and strength through compassionate care and support. Let’s keep the conversation going — together, we can break the stigma around mental health. 💬

10/06/2025

💙 “You’ve been through a lot… and I’m proud of you.”

This letter, written by a client during one of our narrative therapy groups, touched everyone in the room. It was so powerful that others asked for copies — a reminder of how healing words can inspire collective strength.

At Akua Mind Body, we witness moments like this every day: courage, resilience, and the beauty of rewriting your own story. 🌱✨

10/04/2025

October is an opportunity to stay connected and grow together at Akua Mind Body. 🌱
Our upcoming events include:

👩‍🍳 Women’s Potluck – Oct 4 (5:00 PM, San Diego)
🧭 Scavenger Hunt Adventure – Oct 18 (10:00 AM)
🔥 Halloween Bonfire – Oct 25 (2:00 PM)
🤝 Thursday Support Groups in San Diego:
• Alumni 12-Step Meeting – 5:45 PM
• All-Recovery Meeting – 6:30 PM
☕ Coffee & Conversations – MoonGoat Cafe
🎬 Alumni Movie Night – Triangle Square
🌿 Hike @ Bolsa Chica – Huntington Beach

💙 Mark your calendars + swipe through for details. Let’s grow, heal, and celebrate recovery—together.

10/02/2025

Friday nights have taken on a new meaning at Akua Strong San Diego. 💙

Through creativity and community, our clients are learning to reconnect with their inner child. From clay goblins to cozy group activities, these evenings are now something to look forward to. As one client shared: “I used to dread programming Friday nights… now I look forward to it!”

10/01/2025

Thank You, Akua Warriors!

From August and beyond, we want to recognize and celebrate each of you—our dedicated Akua Warriors. Your passion, resilience, and unwavering commitment to healing and hope continue to make a lasting impact on the lives we serve.

Every day, you bring strength, compassion, and purpose to our mission. Thank you for showing up, for giving your best, and for being the heart of Akua Mind Body. Together, we are stronger. Together, we transform lives.

09/30/2025

Our Women’s Monthly Alumni Meeting in San Diego keeps getting bigger and brighter!
🌟 Each month more women come together to reconnect, support, and celebrate one another. This is what healing in community looks like.

09/27/2025

This story from one of our clients reminds us why we do what we do — that real change, real hope, and real support can make a difference in someone’s life.

Every journey is different, but no one has to walk it alone.

09/23/2025

Healing doesn’t always happen inside four walls. 🌿💙

Our AS SD Women’s Trauma Program spent a beautiful day at Mission Bay enjoying ice cream and group therapy — blending support, connection, and fresh air. These moments remind us that recovery can be nurturing, joyful, and shared. ✨