Circles - Mental Health Groups

Just some light maintenance this time, quiet updates behind the scenes to keep things steady. So instead, a gentle reminder: real connection rarely begins with big gestures. More often, it starts with simply showing up. A glance. A pause. A quiet “me too.” Your journey on Circles is made of these moments—each one a step toward healing, belonging, and being seen.

We’re always listening—feeling the field, following the signals, and shaping what comes next. You might notice the early signs of something new: small groups, video-based, skills-focused, and intentionally limited. We’re exploring a new kind of workshop experience—and quietly strengthening the app along the way. It’s taking shape. Slowly, purposefully.

We’re always listening—feeling the field, following the signals, and shaping what comes next. You might notice the early signs of something new: small groups, video-based, skills-focused, and intentionally limited. We’re exploring a new kind of workshop experience—and quietly strengthening the app along the way. It’s taking shape. Slowly, purposefully.

We’re always listening—feeling the field, following the signals, and shaping what comes next. You might notice the early signs of something new: small groups, video-based, skills-focused, and intentionally limited. We’re exploring a new kind of workshop experience—and quietly strengthening the app along the way. It’s taking shape. Slowly, purposefully.

Polls are here. During live sessions, you can now engage without speaking—just tap your response and feel part of the moment. It’s simple, silent, and deeply human. We’ve also smoothed out some rough edges—live rooms are more stable, and the Community tab loads faster.

We’ve strengthened our verification checks and moderation tools to keep every session safe, respectful, and true to Circles’ values. We’ve also smoothed out a chat‑scrolling glitch, so conversations now glide the way they should. Safety isn’t a boundary—it’s the foundation for real connection.

Every so often, the walls shift just slightly. Widening the room, softening the echo, making space for more voices to feel heard. This release lays quiet groundwork for what’s next: connection that can stretch without losing its intimacy. Not all change arrives with fanfare. Healing grows not just in what we say, but in the space that lets it land.

Some thoughts unfold slowly. Others just need a moment to land. We’ve added an optional wrap-up reminder, a gentle cue to help you close with clarity and presence, while making space for others to connect during live Circles. We also fixed a bug with the raise hand feature, so everyone’s signals are seen and the session flows as it should. Care isn’t just in what we say — it’s in how we make space.

This update clears the path for what’s next. We've made foundational upgrades to our audio system – subtle shifts that make room for more members, richer group experiences, and more meaningful presence. You may not feel it right away—and that’s okay. Because thoughtful spaces are built quietly, long before they fill.

This update clears the path for what’s next. We've made foundational upgrades to our audio system – subtle shifts that make room for more members, richer group experiences, and more meaningful presence. You may not feel it right away—and that’s okay. Because thoughtful spaces are built quietly, long before they fill.

This update clears the path for what’s next. We've made foundational upgrades to our audio system – subtle shifts that make room for more members, richer group experiences, and more meaningful presence. You may not feel it right away—and that’s okay. Because thoughtful spaces are built quietly, long before they fill.

This update clears the path for what's next. We've made foundational upgrades to our audio system – subtle shifts that make room for more members, richer group experiences, and more meaningful presence. You may not feel it right away—and that's okay. Because thoughtful spaces are built quietly, long before they fill.

In response to strong demand, we’re opening something new: you can now book 1:1 meetings with your Group Facilitator - a personal space for deeper support that complements your group sessions. Also, some connections flow best when nothing gets in the way. This update includes important fixes to live chat during Circles, helping your words land where they’re meant to, without the glitches. Because sometimes, sending a message to someone else helps you hear something new within yourself.

Good experiences start with good feedback - so we’re rolling out a short, optional survey to help us better understand and strengthen the foundation that holds your sessions. Think of it as a check-in for the system, so your sessions can keep flowing smoothly. We’ve also fixed an issue with Circle invite links not working as they should. They’re now fully functional, so it’s easier to bring someone in and share the space that’s helping you. Because every shared Circle is a doorway, and now the door opens a little easier ;)

Every voice matters, and timing helps it land. We’ve improved the wrap-up reminder to better support you as you speak, helping thoughts come full circle without feeling rushed. We’ve also added a new flow: raised hands now lower automatically once a member begins to speak, keeping the queue clear and the room moving with ease. Sometimes small touches of structure create space for deeper presence.

Something good is rising. We’re laying the groundwork for a new addition to live Circles: visible session structure. Soon, members will be able to see where the group is within the flow—so even if you join late, you’ll feel oriented, grounded, and more ready to participate. This update sets the foundation, and it’ll begin to show up gradually in the coming days. Because knowing where you are helps you show up more fully.

Nothing major to announce this time—just quiet adjustments to keep things grounded and flowing. So here’s something to carry with you instead: healing doesn’t always come with breakthroughs. Sometimes it arrives quietly—through listening without needing to fix, through sharing without needing to explain, through showing up just as you are. Your journey on Circles is made of these quiet, powerful moments. Each one a thread in something stronger.

Nothing major to announce this time—just quiet adjustments to keep things grounded and flowing. So here’s something to carry with you instead: healing doesn’t always come with breakthroughs. Sometimes it arrives quietly—through listening without needing to fix, through sharing without needing to explain, through showing up just as you are. Your journey on Circles is made of these quiet, powerful moments. Each one a thread in something stronger.

Something good is rising. We’re laying the groundwork for a new addition to live Circles: visible session structure. Soon, members will be able to see where the group is within the flow—so even if you join late, you’ll feel oriented, grounded, and more ready to participate. This update sets the foundation, and it’ll begin to show up gradually in the coming days. Because knowing where you are helps you show up more fully.

Circles now includes live AI-facilitated audio support groups. Join sessions anytime, connect with peers who understand, and participate in a safe audio-only space with guided facilitation. Users are shown an AI usage disclosure and must consent before joining AI-facilitated sessions.