Host a Support Circle

Benefits of Hosting

Hosting a support circle isn't about having answers—it's about holding space for people to soften and feel less alone. Consistent connection reduces stress, supports regulation, and restores belonging. When you host, you simply help create that space.

Community Service

Offer a community service of a free support group to your friends or clients.

Marketing & Networking

A marketing and networking opportunity for your business.

Expertise Sharing

Offer a support group in your area of expertise without the risk.

Easy Logistics

Let us handle the waivers, tech, zoom links, all integrated into one easy platform.

How It Works

Becoming a host is free and easy.
Here's what to expect when you join the LionFlower community as a host.

Host Responsibilities & Expectations

It's free and easy to become a Host. Complete our online application today.

Once we match you to an Educator, a 2 hour self-paced training is available in multiple formats—to read, listen, or watch.

Application Process

Personalized Support for Founding Hosts

As we soft launch LionFlower Studio, every founding host will get fully personalized support to ensure our pilot programs are what we intend them to be. LionFlower Educators will be by your side until you feel ready to lead solo. This usually takes between 4-6 weeks from hosting your first group.

Ongoing Support

LionFlower Educators are available to drop back into your group at a cadence of your preference. We are building a web, so we'll always be connected.

Training Commitment

All hosts commit to 2 hours of self-paced learning and occasional supplemental training to become a Lionflower Host, joining the mission to build a global web of trauma-informed support circles.

Complete the form below to start your journey as a LionFlower host.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between a host, a coach, and an educator?

A LionFlower Host invites members to join the support circle. Hosts co-lead the support circle with a LionFlower Coach or Educator who attend the group as it is forming, usually for the first 6 weeks. Hosts are considered peer-to-peer support. A LionFlower Coach can also host their own circles, they have relevant expertise in the topic of the group. Coaches go through additional training to be trauma-informed, leaning into science-backed research on creativity, the stress cycle, and basics in relational neuroscience and the emerging field of neuroaesthetics. Coaches are 1099 contractors with LionFlower Studio. A LionFlower Educator is a trauma informed clinician, licensed to clinically practice in their home state. Educators are highly trained clinicians who have been studying and practicing trauma informed care across a broad range of clinical settings, some for decades. LionFlower Educators use their wisdom and experience to join our buffet of educational services nation wide. LionFlower Educators are 1099 Contractors with LionFlower Studio.

How long does it take to become a LionFlower Host?

Become a host today, it's easy, free, and takes 2 hours of self-paced learning.

How long does it take to become a LionFlower Coach?

LionFlower Coaches take a four week training. Training includes four to five hour-long self-paced learning modules with video guided learning and ends with a 3 hour live zoom training.

How much does it cost to become a LionFlower Coach?

The LionFlower Coaching program has a pay what you can sliding fee, from $800 to $2,400, and provides 16 hours of CEUs for Social Workers, Licensed Professional Counselors or Nurses. Every full price student contributes to our mission to create a global web of trauma-informed support circles.

How do I become a LionFlower Educator?

LionFlower Educators go through a rigorous interview process and also commit to the LionFlower Coaching program as a part of their onboarding.

Can I be a Host and Coach?

Educators and Coaches can be hosts, but hosts must complete programing to become a Coach or Educator.