High School Girls' Group
High School Teen Girls' Group of Hermosa Beach. This is a therapist led teen process group that will explore the ins and outs of being a high schooler. Learn to improve: social skills, self esteem, coping skills, communicate with peers, ...
Hosted by Stacy Knupfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
High School Teen Girls' Group of Hermosa Beach. This is a therapist led teen process group that will explore the ins and outs of being a high schooler. Learn to improve: social skills, self esteem, coping skills, communicate with peers, ...
Adolescent Girls' Group Therapy
Open-ended group for High School girls to help increase social skills, communication skills, and coping skills. Aim to assist with identity formation and decision making, boost self-esteem, and incorporate stress reduction/relaxation/medi tation techniques. Monday nights 6-7:30 or Wednesdays 4:30-6.
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Open-ended group for High School girls to help increase social skills, communication skills, and coping skills. Aim to assist with identity formation and decision making, boost self-esteem, and incorporate stress reduction/relaxation/medi tation techniques. Monday nights 6-7:30 or Wednesdays 4:30-6.
Gender Fluid Teen Weekly Art Therapy Group
All Gender, No Gender, Gender Fluid Art Therapy Process Group. The purpose of the group is to help clarify gender identity, engage in supportive gender fluid relationships and reduce anxiety associated with gender identity. Art Therapy is a creative means ...
Hosted by Vanessa Isetta
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
All Gender, No Gender, Gender Fluid Art Therapy Process Group. The purpose of the group is to help clarify gender identity, engage in supportive gender fluid relationships and reduce anxiety associated with gender identity. Art Therapy is a creative means ...
Middle School Girls' Group Therapy
This is an open-ended group for middle school girls struggling with friendships, social skills, school stress, or family conflict. This group is best for sensitive, quirky, depressed, or anxious girls. Girls will feel more connected and work on practical skills ...
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
This is an open-ended group for middle school girls struggling with friendships, social skills, school stress, or family conflict. This group is best for sensitive, quirky, depressed, or anxious girls. Girls will feel more connected and work on practical skills ...
Young Adult Group Therapy
Explore identity, Dating & Relationships, Adulting & Launching, Family of Origin, Instill Hope, Increase Coping Skills, Socialization
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Explore identity, Dating & Relationships, Adulting & Launching, Family of Origin, Instill Hope, Increase Coping Skills, Socialization
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.pacificmindspa.com
Hosted by Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.pacificmindspa.com
TRUE BLOOD - Group just for Type 1 Diabetics
You don't have to do Diabetes alone! Connecting with and supporting each other is our greatest asset as Type 1 Diabetics. Group counseling is a safe place where we can be free to let our guards down inviting connection, honesty, ...
Hosted by Lindsy Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, EMDR
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
You don't have to do Diabetes alone! Connecting with and supporting each other is our greatest asset as Type 1 Diabetics. Group counseling is a safe place where we can be free to let our guards down inviting connection, honesty, ...
Journal Therapy: A Group for Creative Teen Girls
Expressing our feelings in writing is an effective way of processing difficult emotions such as sadness, fear, anger, shame and guilt. Sharing the epiphanies and realizations that journaling naturally brings elevates insight and awareness to higher levels. One group member's ...
Hosted by Lindsy Grace
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, EMDR
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Expressing our feelings in writing is an effective way of processing difficult emotions such as sadness, fear, anger, shame and guilt. Sharing the epiphanies and realizations that journaling naturally brings elevates insight and awareness to higher levels. One group member's ...
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High School Girls' Group
High School Teen Girls' Group of Hermosa Beach. This is a therapist led teen process group that will explore the ins and outs of being a high schooler. Learn to improve: social skills, self esteem, coping skills, communicate with peers, ...
Hosted by Stacy Knupfer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
High School Teen Girls' Group of Hermosa Beach. This is a therapist led teen process group that will explore the ins and outs of being a high schooler. Learn to improve: social skills, self esteem, coping skills, communicate with peers, ...
Adolescent Girls' Group Therapy
Open-ended group for High School girls to help increase social skills, communication skills, and coping skills. Aim to assist with identity formation and decision making, boost self-esteem, and incorporate stress reduction/relaxation/medi tation techniques. Monday nights 6-7:30 or Wednesdays 4:30-6.
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Open-ended group for High School girls to help increase social skills, communication skills, and coping skills. Aim to assist with identity formation and decision making, boost self-esteem, and incorporate stress reduction/relaxation/medi tation techniques. Monday nights 6-7:30 or Wednesdays 4:30-6.
Gender Fluid Teen Weekly Art Therapy Group
All Gender, No Gender, Gender Fluid Art Therapy Process Group. The purpose of the group is to help clarify gender identity, engage in supportive gender fluid relationships and reduce anxiety associated with gender identity. Art Therapy is a creative means ...
Hosted by Vanessa Isetta
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
All Gender, No Gender, Gender Fluid Art Therapy Process Group. The purpose of the group is to help clarify gender identity, engage in supportive gender fluid relationships and reduce anxiety associated with gender identity. Art Therapy is a creative means ...
Middle School Girls' Group Therapy
This is an open-ended group for middle school girls struggling with friendships, social skills, school stress, or family conflict. This group is best for sensitive, quirky, depressed, or anxious girls. Girls will feel more connected and work on practical skills ...
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
This is an open-ended group for middle school girls struggling with friendships, social skills, school stress, or family conflict. This group is best for sensitive, quirky, depressed, or anxious girls. Girls will feel more connected and work on practical skills ...
Young Adult Group Therapy
Explore identity, Dating & Relationships, Adulting & Launching, Family of Origin, Instill Hope, Increase Coping Skills, Socialization
Hosted by Leah Niehaus
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Explore identity, Dating & Relationships, Adulting & Launching, Family of Origin, Instill Hope, Increase Coping Skills, Socialization
Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.pacificmindspa.com
Hosted by Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at www.pacificmindspa.com
Teenager Save Haven
Being a teenager is hard! Group members will learn strategies to identify triggers, cope with depressive thoughts, increase self esteem/awareness, communicate more effectively and set boundaries with family and friends. The benefit of this group is to feel support from ...
Hosted by Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
Being a teenager is hard! Group members will learn strategies to identify triggers, cope with depressive thoughts, increase self esteem/awareness, communicate more effectively and set boundaries with family and friends. The benefit of this group is to feel support from ...
Neuro Wellness Spa Manhattan Beach
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
Hosted by Sophia Rabiee
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, NP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
Associated Counselors & Therapists
We are dedicated relationship professionals correcting issues that cause depression, anxiety and loss of life fulfillment. We focus on your innate talents and skills to help you bring out the life that you were meant to live through your relationships, ...
Hosted by James A Stump
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Redondo Beach, CA 90278
We are dedicated relationship professionals correcting issues that cause depression, anxiety and loss of life fulfillment. We focus on your innate talents and skills to help you bring out the life that you were meant to live through your relationships, ...
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at https://PacificMindSpa.co m/
Hosted by Veronica Calkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Zoom group; client’s may remain anonymous if desired. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is helpful for depression, anxiety, personal insight and well-being. Subtle tricks change the way we think and perceive the world, ourselves, and others. Sign up at https://PacificMindSpa.co m/
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
The Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents support group is inspired by Lindsay Gibson’s book, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents. This group is a space for individuals to process the impact of emotionally immature parenting and learn tools for ...
Hosted by Sophia Ngo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, PPSC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
The Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents support group is inspired by Lindsay Gibson’s book, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents. This group is a space for individuals to process the impact of emotionally immature parenting and learn tools for ...
Mind Power
These groups are designed for ages 11-17 years old focusing on understanding emotional responses and triggers caused by anxiety, depression and/or social and life pressures. Group members will develop skills including identifying how our thoughts affect our feelings and how ...
Hosted by Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
These groups are designed for ages 11-17 years old focusing on understanding emotional responses and triggers caused by anxiety, depression and/or social and life pressures. Group members will develop skills including identifying how our thoughts affect our feelings and how ...
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Depression Support Groups
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.