Family Estrangement Support Series & Class
Friday, May 8, 2026 - 10:00am

This event repeats every week.

Estrangement & Reunion

Understand the complex dynamics of family estrangement and learn supportive strategies for communication, healing, and connection. These classes are designed to help community members explore why estrangement happens, how it affects relationships, and what tools can support understanding, boundaries, and hope.

Estrangement: Causes and Solutions

Explore the complex dynamics of family estrangement and learn supportive strategies for communication, healing, and connection. This session is co‑presented by DeLisa Levine, LMFT, and Andy Pfandler, MA, Marriage and Family Therapist Associate at Family Ties Counseling Center in Portland, who specialize in relational therapy and support families through challenging emotional dynamics.

Topics Covered:

  • Why family estrangement happens
  • Generational and cultural influences on relationships
  • Communication pathways toward understanding
  • Building a foundation for deeper support

Date / Time: Fri 5/8 | 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Cost: Resident $12 / Non-Resident $18
Event Code: 33935
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Rebuilding Connections: Support & Repair

This five‑week support group provides a compassionate space for adults navigating estranged family relationships. Co‑facilitated by DeLisa Levine, LMFT, and Andy Pfandler, MA from Family Ties Counseling Center, the series offers practical strategies for healing, boundary setting, and managing emotional challenges related to estranged family ties.

Topics Covered:

  • Understanding parent–adult child estrangement
  • Addressing common myths and misconceptions
  • Exploring emotional impacts on families
  • Considering healing, boundaries, and potential reconnection
  • Practical strategies for managing relational roadblocks

Date / Time: Fridays, 5/15–6/12 | 10:00–11:30 a.m.
Cost: Resident $60 / Non-Resident $90
Event Code: 33802
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