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Pineapple Support Sets 2022 Support Group, Webinar Schedule

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Pineapple Support has announced an initial schedule of support groups and webinars for 2022.

The program includes both drop-in and specialist support groups, as well as a range of webinars on topics critical to performer health.

“I’m optimistic that, after two very difficult years, we’ll see a healthier 2022,” said CEO and founder Leya Tanit. “We’ve targeted our work where the need and demand is greatest, but we’ll be announcing more in the coming weeks and months. Be sure to follow us on social and sign up for our newsletter so that you can hear about upcoming events as they’re announced.”

All events are free unless otherwise specified.

DROP-IN SUPPORT GROUPS

  • Motivational Support Group For Performers & Producers (sponsored by CAM4)
    • Weekly drop-in support group with Nicki Line and Abigail Maher
    • Mondays, 4 p.m. (PST)
  • BIPOC Support Group
    • Weekly drop-in support group with Jasmine Johnson
    • Wednesdays, 4 p.m. (PST)
  • Male Support Group
    • Monthly drop-in support group with Jason Meisel
    • First Thursday of each month, 4 p.m. (PST)

SPECIALIST SUPPORT GROUPS

  • Strengthening the 6 Pillars Of Self-Esteem (sponsored By Pornhub)
    • Six-week support group with Nicki Line
    • Begins Feb. 1, 3 p.m. (PST)
  • DBT – Distress Tolerance (sponsored by Streamate)
    • Six-week support group with Sophia Graham
    • Begins March 3rd, 11 a.m. (PST).
  • Sexual Trauma
    • Six-week support group with Holly Mackin
    • Begins April 28, 12 p.m. (PST)
  • Resolving Sexual Compulsivity
    • Six-week support group with Silva Neves.
    • Begins June 7, 11 a.m. (PST)
  • Sex Work on the Spectrum (sponsored by Streamate)
    • Six-week support group with Nicole Landwehr
    • Begins July 11, 1 p.m. (PST)
  • Reflecting on Loss
    • Six-week support group with Rachael Wells
    • Begins Sept. 1, 2:30 p.m. (PST)
  • DBT — Interpersonal Effectiveness
    • Seven-week support group with Sophia Graham
    • Begins Oct. 6, 11 a.m. (PST)
  • Complex-PTSD — Exploring and Understanding Attachment Trauma
    • Six-week support group with Alex Zoloto
    • Begins Nov. 7, 4 p.m. (PST)
  • Preparing For and Making It Through December Holidays
    • Six-week support group with Emily Richman
    • Begins Dec. 2, 10 a.m. (PST)

WEBINARS

  • What To Expect From Therapy: You Are The Expert! (sponsored By SexyJobs)
    • Hosted by Devin D’shae
    • Feb. 17, 10 a.m. (PST)
  • Healing Through the Mind-Body Connection (sponsored by Xlovecam)
    • Hosted by Lindsay Rothschild
    •  March 21, 9 a.m. (PST)
  • Burnout, Ambition and Self-Sabotage (sponsored By Streamate)
    • Hosted by Steven Mollura
    •  April 21, 12 p.m. (PST)
  • Boundaries On Set (sponsored by Playboy)
    • Hosted by Jasmine Johnson
    • May 5, 10 a.m. (PST)
  • Would I Benefit From Therapy? (sponsored by Rabbit Reviews)
    • Hosted by Devin D’shae
    • Aug. 18, 10 a.m. (PST)
  • Suicidal Ideation
    • Hosted by Nicki Line
    • Sept. 21, 10 a.m. (PST)
  • Situational Anxiety: Engaging Your Whole Brain To Ease Stressful Situations (sponsored by Imlive)
    • Hosted by Emily Richman
    • Oct 14, 10 a.m. (PST)
  • Happy & Distracted: Living With Adult ADHD
    • Hosted by Katherine Smith
    • Dec. 6, 10 a.m. (PST)

For more information, and to make a reservation, click here

Pineapple Support Partners with Cam4 to Host “Survivors of Suicide” Webinar

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Pineapple Support, the adult industry’s leading mental health resource, will host a webinar next week to discuss the experience and need of those who have lost someone to suicide. “Survivors of Suicide: Acceptance and Healing,” sponsored by Cam4, will be hosted by licensed mental health counselor Rachael Wells on Tuesday, September 28th, at 1pm EST.

“This permission-giving presentation will cover the experience, needs, and questions of being a survivor of suicide,” says Wells. “We will cover the grieving and healing journey and dispel myths about suicide and grief. Together, we will explore ways to support survivors of suicide, as well as better understanding the path to recovery. Please note that this webinar will cover themes that some listeners may find upsetting.”

Pineapple Support was founded by British performer Leya Tanit in 2018, after a string of losses in the adult industry from depression and other mental illnesses. The organisation, which is a qualified 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization in the United States, has so far connected over 5,000 adult performers to mental health services, including free and low-cost, therapy, counseling and emotional support.

“Rachel is a talented, sex-positive mental health counselor, with a wealth of experience treating trauma within marginalized communities,” says Tanit. “Attendees of this webinar can draw upon Rachel’s experience, as we explore the process of acceptance and healing for those that have lost someone to suicide. With better understanding and knowledge, we can work together to help prevent future losses in our industry.”

The “Survivors of Suicide: Acceptance and Healing” webinar will take place via Zoom on Tuesday September 28th, at 1pm EST. It is scheduled to last one hour but may extend. Please note that this webinar discusses themes that some listeners may find upsetting. Please visit https://pineapplesupport.org/webinars/ for more information and to access the webinar link.

Pineapple Support, FSC to Host Webinar on Suicide Prevention

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Pineapple Support will host a free webinar sponsored by Free Speech Coalition (FSC), titled “Suicide Prevention: Awareness, Education, and Strategies to Reduce Risk,” on Friday at 12 p.m. (PDT).

The webinar — discussing suicidality and suicide prevention, with a focus on harm reduction — will be led by licensed social worker Sarah Kelleher.

“This webinar will explore education and awareness surrounding suicide and prevention, as well as strategies to help you and loved ones cope and reduce risk,” Kelleher explained. “Together, we’ll explore the current language and tactics surrounding suicide and how prevention can look during a pandemic, when our go-to community and services may be on hold.”

“It’s important to note that this webinar discusses themes that some listeners may find upsetting,” she added.

Michelle LeBlanc, CEO of FSC said, “The past few months have been stressful for many in our industry, and everyone should be aware of the warning signs of someone in crisis. Over the past few years, FSC has worked hard to build up resources for performers and creators through our Inspire Program.”

“As part of that, it’s essential that we also support the crucial work Pineapple Support is doing to provide mental health resources for our community,” LeBlanc added.

“The adult industry has suffered a number of tragic losses recently,” Pineapple Support Founder Leya Tanit said. “Education and awareness are both vital tools in helping us to protect performers, while we equip ourselves with strategies that can help to prevent future losses in our industry.”

Kelleher is “a licensed social worker, passionate about topics focused on destigmatizing sexuality, sexual and erotic labor, with experience working with clients with a history of trauma, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance use,” Tanit added. “I can say with confidence that our participants will find this webinar incredibly useful.”