MS Newly Diagnosed Support Group

You don’t have to navigate MS alone.

Join a welcoming therapeutic support group for individuals who have been diagnosed in the last 5 years with multiple sclerosis and are looking to connect with others who understand the journey.

Find Community. Find Your Strength.


6-week Support Group: January 20th through February 24th, 2027

Online (Available anywhere in CA):
Wednesdays 5:00p-6:30p PT
With guest co-facilitator Jessi Havel, LPCC

$50 per session
($300 total)

*Sliding scale options available if needed

Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027

Facilitated by: Jennifer Roy, LMFT

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Jennifer was diagnosed with MS in early 2022 & her mother was also diagnosed with MS before Jennifer was born. Jennifer brings together her personal experience & clinical expertise to create a supportive space where individuals can feel understood, connected, and empowered as they navigate life with MS.

Portrait of Jennifer Roy, LMFT

Guest Co-Facilitator: Jessi Havel, LPCC

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Jessi Havel is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) who brings warmth, empathy, and a deeply personal understanding to her work with individuals navigating the challenges of chronic illness.

Jessi’s connection to MS is personal, giving her an appreciation for the uncertainty, adjustment, and range of emotions that can accompany a new diagnosis. She understands the importance of building lasting community, sharing knowledge and simply feeling seen and understood among people with shared experiences.

Portrait of Jessi Havel, LPCC

Contact Jennifer for questions or to register!