Parenting Training Group
The 6-session Parenting Training Group is designed for Mandarin speaking Chinese parents, who are interested in enhancing their parenting skills, improve parent-child relationship and improve their Emotional Intelligence.
The 6-session Parenting Training Group is designed for Mandarin speaking Chinese parents, who are interested in enhancing their parenting skills, improve parent-child relationship and improve their Emotional Intelligence.
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 ...
Closed childhood trauma group
Are you a survivor of Childhood Trauma? Do you want to have healthy relationships? Be a better parent, partner or friend? This closed group is designed for survivors of childhood trauma. We will explore the family of origin dynamics as ...
Hosted by Trauma Transformed Emdr Ptsd Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCC, RSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6B
Are you a survivor of Childhood Trauma? Do you want to have healthy relationships? Be a better parent, partner or friend? This closed group is designed for survivors of childhood trauma. We will explore the family of origin dynamics as ...
Food Freedom & Body Love
Retreat-style, hypnotherapy & meditation based healing sessions, with 10 step-wise modules to learn and grow and find freedom from disordered eating with a mind, body, earth, soul paradigm.
Hosted by Haile Michaelson, BA(psych), ND(retired), CHt
BAPsych, ND(np), CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1P
Retreat-style, hypnotherapy & meditation based healing sessions, with 10 step-wise modules to learn and grow and find freedom from disordered eating with a mind, body, earth, soul paradigm.
Bi-Weekly women's group that focuses on your goals
Join a small group of women who are focusing on their goals. Learn to remove blocks to success and develop the skills needed to overcome and move forward, whether in relationships, your own business, interpersonal influence, and your own self ...
Hosted by Janyse Hrynkow MA CCC & Associates (Ahha)
Marriage & Family Therapist, ECE, BA, PSYC, MA, CPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Langley, BC V2Y
Join a small group of women who are focusing on their goals. Learn to remove blocks to success and develop the skills needed to overcome and move forward, whether in relationships, your own business, interpersonal influence, and your own self ...
Compassion Fatigue: An Experiential Group
Hosted by Carolynn Turner, Lavender Counselling
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Langley, BC V2Y
Resilient Minds...Kids Anxiety Groups
VPC is pleased to offer an evidence-based, fun group experience to help ease anxiety in kids. In a friendly environment, this will help members to 'get' what anxiety is all about + will teach skills to overcome anxiety. Educating kids ...
Hosted by Vancouver Psychology Centre
Psychologist, PsyDs, PhDs, RCCs, BCATR, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V5Y
VPC is pleased to offer an evidence-based, fun group experience to help ease anxiety in kids. In a friendly environment, this will help members to 'get' what anxiety is all about + will teach skills to overcome anxiety. Educating kids ...
Psychedelic Integration Group Therapy Program
The Qi Psychedelic Integration Group Therapy Program, run in partnership with The Flying Sage, blends the transformative power of psychedelic preparation and integration with the empowering impact of a shared group therapy experience. Psychedelic experiences can be some of the ...
The Qi Psychedelic Integration Group Therapy Program, run in partnership with The Flying Sage, blends the transformative power of psychedelic preparation and integration with the empowering impact of a shared group therapy experience. Psychedelic experiences can be some of the ...
Friendship Small Group sessions
I am offering small group sessions where clients work on friendship skills in a safe, supportive setting. I use games and crafts in order to encourage discussion and engagement between the participants. During these sessions clients will develop their self ...
Hosted by Lisa Horton At Rainbow Of Hope Counselling
Counsellor, MEd, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vernon, BC V1B
I am offering small group sessions where clients work on friendship skills in a safe, supportive setting. I use games and crafts in order to encourage discussion and engagement between the participants. During these sessions clients will develop their self ...
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
MBSR is an intensive 8-week group program in mindfulness meditation. Sessions include training in meditation, yoga & applying mindfulness to stressful situations in daily life. In over 45 years of research & practice MBSR has demonstrated effectiveness in alleviating symptoms ...
MBSR is an intensive 8-week group program in mindfulness meditation. Sessions include training in meditation, yoga & applying mindfulness to stressful situations in daily life. In over 45 years of research & practice MBSR has demonstrated effectiveness in alleviating symptoms ...
Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (Online) 2020
June 2-July 21, 2020 - An 8-week course to learn skills to: Prevent relapse due to depression and to manage anxiety; Develop a healthier relationship to our thoughts and emotions; Manage challenging thoughts and emotions; Choose the most skillful response ...
June 2-July 21, 2020 - An 8-week course to learn skills to: Prevent relapse due to depression and to manage anxiety; Develop a healthier relationship to our thoughts and emotions; Manage challenging thoughts and emotions; Choose the most skillful response ...
Traumatic Stress Recovery Program
This is a 11-week program made up of 5 weeks of residential in-patient treatment followed by 6 weeks of Post-Treatment Support. Clients participate in individual and group therapy, cardiovascular activities, yoga and mindfulness, nutrition coaching, and psychoeducational sessions.
Hosted by PTSD & Traumatic Stress Recovery Program
Treatment Centre, PhD, MSW, MEd, BSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
This is a 11-week program made up of 5 weeks of residential in-patient treatment followed by 6 weeks of Post-Treatment Support. Clients participate in individual and group therapy, cardiovascular activities, yoga and mindfulness, nutrition coaching, and psychoeducational sessions.
Circle of Security - Parenting
Parenting can be challenging. All parents may feel confused or uncertain about what our children need from us. Circle of Security Parenting is based on decades of research. Circle of Security Parenting is focused on: to help parents understand their ...
Hosted by Sather Counselling & Consulting Inc
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RSW, RCC, RCC-ACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8V
Parenting can be challenging. All parents may feel confused or uncertain about what our children need from us. Circle of Security Parenting is based on decades of research. Circle of Security Parenting is focused on: to help parents understand their ...
Girls Self-Esteem Group
This Self-Esteem group is designed to help girls aged 11-13 years old build confidence, self-awareness and develop better communication skills. Through engaging activities, discussions, and role-playing, participants will learn to recognize their strengths, set realistic goals, and practice healthy coping ...
This Self-Esteem group is designed to help girls aged 11-13 years old build confidence, self-awareness and develop better communication skills. Through engaging activities, discussions, and role-playing, participants will learn to recognize their strengths, set realistic goals, and practice healthy coping ...
Compassion in Action: Children's Grief Group
The Compassion in Action Children's Grief Group is a monthly children's grief support group for children from Kindergarten to Grade 8 who have experienced the loss of a parent, brother or sister. This group provides the opportunity for grieving children ...
Hosted by Susan Kast
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Penticton, BC V2A
The Compassion in Action Children's Grief Group is a monthly children's grief support group for children from Kindergarten to Grade 8 who have experienced the loss of a parent, brother or sister. This group provides the opportunity for grieving children ...
Men's Sex Addiction Support Group
The Men’s Sexual Addiction Support Group consists of a group of 8-12 clients online. Our meeting is facilitated a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. In this group we help clients who struggle with issues such as infidelity, compulsive sex seeking, pornography ...
Hosted by Dr. Jacqueline Armour
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, PhD, CSAT, ICADC, CPTT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8T
The Men’s Sexual Addiction Support Group consists of a group of 8-12 clients online. Our meeting is facilitated a Certified Sex Addiction Therapist. In this group we help clients who struggle with issues such as infidelity, compulsive sex seeking, pornography ...
Circle of Security Parenting
Circle of Security 8 week small group Parenting Program designed to help you understand & support your child while helping them become a secure and confident individual.
Circle of Security 8 week small group Parenting Program designed to help you understand & support your child while helping them become a secure and confident individual.
Navegando Incertezas - saúde mental no recomeço
O grupo terapêutico de 8 semanas é dedicado à abordagem e discussão dos problemas de saúde mental enfrentados pela comunidade brasileira de imigrantes. A adaptação a uma nova cultura pode desencadear transtornos de ansiedade e de humor, agravados por fatores ...
O grupo terapêutico de 8 semanas é dedicado à abordagem e discussão dos problemas de saúde mental enfrentados pela comunidade brasileira de imigrantes. A adaptação a uma nova cultura pode desencadear transtornos de ansiedade e de humor, agravados por fatores ...
Soulcollage
Creating small collages on cards as a way of exploring different parts of ourselves from the psychological - spiritual. Fun, creative, easy to do, self enlightening.
Creating small collages on cards as a way of exploring different parts of ourselves from the psychological - spiritual. Fun, creative, easy to do, self enlightening.
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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.