Daily Support Groups
Parent-led — early morning, niche topics, late-night, and more
The Only Parent Support Community of Its Kind
Other Parents Like Me is the nation’s largest, most accessible online community designed exclusively for parents of teens and young adults struggling with mental health challenges.
Join a virtual community of parents who get it.
Whether your child is dealing with anxiety, depression, substance use, or an eating disorder, know that you are not alone. With support groups available whenever you need them, led by trained parent leaders, and access to live, expert-led talks, we’re here to provide the help, hope, and healing your family deserves.
An online support group for parents.
Find daily parent to parent support groups, learn with guest speakers, and access resources to help your family heal.
Live Speakers & Expert Panels
Featuring renowned authors and leading experts in live and recorded sessions
A Resource-Rich Hub
Over 1,000 podcasts, articles, apps, books, organizations
Glossary
An A to Z of mental health terms and disorders
Parent Stories & Blogs
Insights into the journey of parents like you
Support Directory
Professionals in the recovery and wellness space
WHY WE’RE UNMATCHED:
The Only Support System
of Its Kind
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LARGEST PARENT COMMUNITY:
The Nation’s Largest and Most
Engaged Parent Network
We’re the largest community for parents with kids facing mental health struggles, with members in every state.
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ALWAYS ACCESSIBLE:
Support Whenever You Need It
—We’re Always Here
As the only community of its scale, we unite parents across all 50 states, creating an unparalleled network of support for families facing mental health challenges.
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EXPERTLY LED GROUPS:
Trained Leaders, Proven Results:
Safest Space for Parents
Our groups are the only ones led by trained and moderated parent leaders, guaranteeing safe, productive conversations that truly make a difference.
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INTERACTIVE EXPERT TALKS:
Direct Access to Leading Experts:
Live, Interactive Guidance
No other platform offers live, weekly Speaker Talks where you can engage directly with top mental health professionals, getting real-time advice tailored to your needs.
“I feel the parents on these meetings can relate better than any other interpersonal interaction I have.”
“These meetings are life changing, in terms of how I view myself, my relationships and the world.”
“Having others share their experience deepens my own…as a result of these meetings my relationship with my son has changed.”
“I must admit I am not sure I would be where I am in this journey without these meetings. I cannot say enough…about what it has done for me.”
“In these meetings I also learned more about myself and found a contentment that was allusive for so many years..”
“OPLM groups bring me a sense of connection and help normalize my situation, bolstering my approach to my daily life.”
Stories
Our stories are the real deal — raw, painful and, sometimes, funny… but they’re always insightful and healing. Read and watch stories of other parents like you. And when you’re ready, submit your own.
Blogs
I get mad at my husband sometimes—over little things and slightly bigger ones. I used to pout and stonewall for days when this happened, while he seemed to move through […]
For a long time, I approached healing like a project—something I could manage, complete, and measure. I believed that if I just did enough work, I’d finally arrive somewhere better: […]
Supporting Parents and Protecting Children At OPLM, we support parents navigating the challenges of their child’s mental health, providing guidance, resources, and community for families managing developmental, emotional, or behavioral […]
Find a Support Group.
Join live Zoom support groups with other parents and find the insights and fellowship you need to support your journey.
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