Community Art Therapy
Join me Online via ZOOM, the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm PST. In a supportive atmosphere explore the creative process in a mindful way that encourages reflection and personal growth. Each month will be a different themed ...
Join me Online via ZOOM, the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm PST. In a supportive atmosphere explore the creative process in a mindful way that encourages reflection and personal growth. Each month will be a different themed ...
Mindful Exploration for Youth
Mindfulness based therapy group for teens. Runs for 4-weeks and includes home practice. The group support teens in exploring different mindfulness practices and how it might be useful for them. Youth will explore 4 different kinds of mindfulness and how ...
Hosted by Kara Fogwell
Counsellor, MA, RCC, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Powell River, BC V8A
Mindfulness based therapy group for teens. Runs for 4-weeks and includes home practice. The group support teens in exploring different mindfulness practices and how it might be useful for them. Youth will explore 4 different kinds of mindfulness and how ...
Collateral Beauty: Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support
This group is designed for parents who have experienced/are experiencing a pregnancy (18 weeks and beyond) and/or infant loss. The purpose of the group is to provide support for parents experiencing grief, to teach them how to cope on a ...
Hosted by Natasha Virani
Licensed Professional Counsellor, RTC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V5Z
This group is designed for parents who have experienced/are experiencing a pregnancy (18 weeks and beyond) and/or infant loss. The purpose of the group is to provide support for parents experiencing grief, to teach them how to cope on a ...
Sophia Women's Wisdom Series
Sophia Women's Wisdom Spirituality Group is a small group of women who meet for ten sessions. We explore the wisdom of women in the various global spiritual and religious traditions but we always return to our own intuitive wisdom. Spiritual ...
Hosted by Terry Folks SpiritFirst Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Comox, BC V9M
Sophia Women's Wisdom Spirituality Group is a small group of women who meet for ten sessions. We explore the wisdom of women in the various global spiritual and religious traditions but we always return to our own intuitive wisdom. Spiritual ...
Beyond Binges
This program is for anyone who has been struggling with the cycle of binge eating, emotional eating, or weight cycling all their life. In this journey together, I will help you break free from the handcuffs of food, dieting, and ...
Hosted by DeAnna Zein Counsellor And Life Coach
Counsellor, RPT, Coach, BA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
This program is for anyone who has been struggling with the cycle of binge eating, emotional eating, or weight cycling all their life. In this journey together, I will help you break free from the handcuffs of food, dieting, and ...
Mindfulness: Living in the Here and Now
Mindfulness can help you cope with stress, anxiety, chronic pain, and anger, as well as to develop compassion for yourself and others! $30/session incl. GST. Contact me for details on upcoming group sessions.
Mindfulness can help you cope with stress, anxiety, chronic pain, and anger, as well as to develop compassion for yourself and others! $30/session incl. GST. Contact me for details on upcoming group sessions.
Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety
From Worries to Warriors: Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety Join other parents in a safe and welcoming space where you can find solace, guidance and a supportive community. Group sessions will include engaging discussions, share valuable resources and provide ...
Hosted by Hearthstone Counselling and Consulting
Counsellor, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Invermere, BC V0A
From Worries to Warriors: Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety Join other parents in a safe and welcoming space where you can find solace, guidance and a supportive community. Group sessions will include engaging discussions, share valuable resources and provide ...
DBT Training offered in Abby (March 20-24, 2023)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is proven evidence based therapy to treat very complex mental health behaviours and conditions. Explore Wellness is pleased to offer this valuable training to the local counsellors engaged in providing mental health counselling to clients in ...
Hosted by Explore wellness Inc. www.explorewellness.ca
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abbotsford, BC V3G
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is proven evidence based therapy to treat very complex mental health behaviours and conditions. Explore Wellness is pleased to offer this valuable training to the local counsellors engaged in providing mental health counselling to clients in ...
Emotion Focused Family Therapy Workshop
The Emotion Focused Parent Workshop is for parents with children of all ages. It is designed for parents whose child is expressing big emotions and behaviours. Children can be challenging and struggle with so many of their own issues and ...
Hosted by Jalene Davies Counselling & Consulting
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abbotsford, BC V2S
The Emotion Focused Parent Workshop is for parents with children of all ages. It is designed for parents whose child is expressing big emotions and behaviours. Children can be challenging and struggle with so many of their own issues and ...
Navigating Grief & Loss
A six week virtual counselling group focused on learning how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Wednesday, May 15 and will run for 6 weeks. The group is facilitated by our intern counsellors Olivia Armstrong and Cheyenne ...
Hosted by Emergence Counselling & Wellness Inc
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6E
A six week virtual counselling group focused on learning how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Wednesday, May 15 and will run for 6 weeks. The group is facilitated by our intern counsellors Olivia Armstrong and Cheyenne ...
ED Support Circle
Support Group for adult women (18+) who are currently battling an ED. This group will offer: a safe space to share your victories and your struggles; an opportunity to learn about your ED, if you so desire; skills for managing ...
Support Group for adult women (18+) who are currently battling an ED. This group will offer: a safe space to share your victories and your struggles; an opportunity to learn about your ED, if you so desire; skills for managing ...
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Find stress relief, increase coping skills, better relationships, and improve quality of life through learning mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. During this 8-week closed-group program, you will be guided through learning skills, supported through daily practice, and ...
Hosted by Quiet Strength Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coquitlam, BC V3B
Find stress relief, increase coping skills, better relationships, and improve quality of life through learning mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotional regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. During this 8-week closed-group program, you will be guided through learning skills, supported through daily practice, and ...
DBT On-Line
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy group for those suffering from the effects of trauma and complex mental health disorders who wish to gain the skills to lead a life worth living.
Hosted by Earl Blacklock
Counsellor, MALM, MDiv, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Nanaimo, BC V9R
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy group for those suffering from the effects of trauma and complex mental health disorders who wish to gain the skills to lead a life worth living.
Access Bars
Facilitating groups of people to learn a stress management technique called Access Bars, from Gary Douglas' Access Consciousness
Hosted by Ezreena's Therapeutic Counselling
Counsellor, MTC, TIR, BARS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Facilitating groups of people to learn a stress management technique called Access Bars, from Gary Douglas' Access Consciousness
Introduction to Expressive Arts
Learn more about this transformative series of workshops where we delve into a variety of arts mediums, including clay, creative writing, journaling, visual arts and fun games that challenge the imagination and foster a sense of creativity. Join me as ...
Hosted by Tracey Gramm - Inner Wisdom Counselling
Counsellor, BA, RTC, EXat, CDP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Surrey, BC V3S
Learn more about this transformative series of workshops where we delve into a variety of arts mediums, including clay, creative writing, journaling, visual arts and fun games that challenge the imagination and foster a sense of creativity. Join me as ...
Seahorse Counselling, Courtenay
Hosted by Lianne Labistour
Pre-Licensed Professional, BA, MA, (Cand)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Courtenay, BC V9N
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
MBSR is an 8 week program that was developed at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979. Helpful for: ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, STRESS, CHRONIC HEALHT CONDITIONS. You will learn how to reduce negative or anxious thinking, manage and reduce pain, ...
MBSR is an 8 week program that was developed at the University of Massachusetts Medical School in 1979. Helpful for: ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, STRESS, CHRONIC HEALHT CONDITIONS. You will learn how to reduce negative or anxious thinking, manage and reduce pain, ...
Counselling Support Group Evenings - September2021
The month of September - Four Thursdays beginning Thursday, September 9th. SMALL GROUP COUNSELLING - 10 people only. Covering topics like; relationships, boundaries, use of substances, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, shame, goals, and more! The cost is $479 for EIGHT ...
Hosted by Lisa Kratz Counselling and Great Marriages.ca
MCouns, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8S
The month of September - Four Thursdays beginning Thursday, September 9th. SMALL GROUP COUNSELLING - 10 people only. Covering topics like; relationships, boundaries, use of substances, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, shame, goals, and more! The cost is $479 for EIGHT ...
DBT Youth Group
Our DBT Youth Group is aimed to support youth between the ages of 12-18. The group runs over 4 60-minute virtual sessions, with each session focused on one of the four pillars of DBT: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and ...
Hosted by Apricot Integrated Wellness
Counsellor, B Ed, MA , RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Langley, BC V2Y
Our DBT Youth Group is aimed to support youth between the ages of 12-18. The group runs over 4 60-minute virtual sessions, with each session focused on one of the four pillars of DBT: mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, and ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in British Columbia?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, postal code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or postal code into the search bar.
How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counselling is typically less expensive than individual counselling, with each session costing on average about $90 to $100. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your group therapy sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for group therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.