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Community
Support Groups
A warm, safe space to connect with others who truly understand what living with migraine is like.
What to Expect
You are not alone in this.
Safe & Judgment-Free
A space where you can share openly without fear of being dismissed or misunderstood.
Peer-to-Peer Support
This is a group of people who live with migraine, supporting each other. We ask everyone to respect each other's privacy and keep what members share within the group.
Lived Experience
Each session is facilitated by someone who lives with migraine themselves and truly understands.
Small & Intimate
Groups are kept to 6-10 participants to ensure everyone has the opportunity to share and be heard.
The path in
How It Works
Four simple steps from signing up to settling into your first session.
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Sign Up Once
Register with your name and email. You only need to do this one time.
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Get Your Zoom Link
A confirmation with your Zoom link lands in your inbox right away, and a personal welcome from Deena follows shortly after.
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Save It to Your Calendar
The Zoom link stays the same every month. Add it to your calendar with one click so it is always there when you need it.
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Join from Anywhere
Whether you are at home, in bed, or on the go, connect from wherever you are most comfortable.
Community Voices
What Our Members Say
The Migraine Network Support Group has been a lifeline of connection and information (especially about meds!) as I navigate my new normal. I'm early in my migraine journey, and was worried I'd be "too new" to have much to offer. No need to fret, everyone is so welcoming and there's such comfort in being around people who get it.
Aly S.
Support Group Member
A wonderful, safe, judgement free space to get support and ask questions from people who live it and get it!
LB
Support Group Member
I appreciate the support groups because I am reminded that I'm not alone.
KiKi T.
Support Group Member
I like being able to talk with a group of people that really understand what the day to day experience is. I also love that we all understand each other even though we jumble our thoughts or words or need extra time to get what we want to say out. You feel normal and understood.
Jamie M.
Support Group Member
Life with migraine can feel isolating. Even with support of friends and family, it's hard for them to really understand what you are going through. I joined the Migraine Network support groups about a year ago, and have found my current group to be so beneficial. It's helpful and validating to be surrounded by people who understand what you're going through. Casual conversations about shared experiences, comparing medications and treatment experiences, and ideas for tools and strategies on how to handle life with migraine have all been helpful. I usually end the call feeling heard and validated. I highly recommend joining a group through the Migraine Network!
Deanna N.
Support Group Member
Meet Your Facilitator
Hi, I’m Deena.
I live in the Sacramento area with my husband, Charles, and our two dogs, Tater Tot and Waffles. I’ve lived with migraine since I was three, and I’ve been leading migraine support groups since 2022. It’s truly one of the most meaningful parts of my life.
This is peer-to-peer support. It exists to offer support, foster connection, and share practical knowledge, especially around treatments, medications, and the ups and downs of life with migraine. I’m not a therapist and this isn’t group therapy. I’m someone who lives with migraine too, holding space so we can support each other.
There’s never any pressure to speak. If you prefer to listen, observe, or keep your camera off, that’s always okay. We all live with migraine, we get it. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have lived with migraine for years, you are welcome here.
Certified Health & Wellness Coach · Chronic Pain Support Group Leader, U.S. Pain Foundation · 25+ years of lived experience
Monthly Groups
Join a support group
Pick the group that fits your schedule. Connection makes the hard days lighter.
A note on time zones: our groups meet on US time, in the evening for Eastern and late afternoon for Pacific. Friends joining from the UK or Europe, that lands after midnight your time (the exact UK time is on each card below), so please check it works for you before signing up.
Tuesdays
2nd Tuesday of the month
8:30 pm ET / 5:30 pm PT1:30 am UK, Wednesday
Next meeting: Tuesday, October 13
Zoom, no account needed
Thursdays
4th Thursday of the month
7:00 pm ET / 4:00 pm PTmidnight UK, Friday
Next meeting: Thursday, October 22
Zoom, no account needed
Where are you joining from?
Our sessions run on weekday evenings, Eastern time, so we ask before you fill anything in.
Stay Connected
Between meetings, join our community
Our private Facebook group is active every day, ask questions, share wins, vent about hard days, and connect with people who truly get it.
The Migraine Network, Private Group
A safe, supportive space for people living with migraine. Ask anything. You belong here.
Join the Facebook GroupFrequently Asked Questions
Do I need to have a migraine diagnosis to join?
Our support groups are currently for people who live with migraine. A formal diagnosis is not required, but the group is designed for those who personally experience migraine.
Is what I share private?
This is peer-to-peer support, not therapy, so there is no formal confidentiality agreement. What we do ask is that everyone respects each other's privacy: no sharing other members' stories or details outside the group, and no recording or screenshots.
What if I need to leave early or turn off my camera?
Completely understandable. We know migraine symptoms can be unpredictable. You are welcome to participate in whatever way feels comfortable, including camera-off or chat-only.
How many people are in each session?
We keep groups small, typically 6 to 10 participants, to ensure everyone has the opportunity to share and be heard.
Is there a cost to attend?
Our community support groups are free. We may offer specialized workshops in the future with optional fees.
Can I join both groups?
We ask that you pick one group so seats stay open for everyone. If your schedule changes, sign up again with the other group and we'll move you over.
What platform do you use?
All sessions are held on Zoom. Your welcome email includes the link, and it stays the same every month. No Zoom account is required, you can join straight from your browser.
I lost my Zoom link. How do I get it again?
Sign up again on this page with the same email and we'll resend your confirmation with the Zoom link right away. The link is the same every month, so adding it to your calendar once means you'll always have it.