Everyday Mindfulness Skills Group
The Everyday Mindfulness Skills Group is a 12-week therapy group for adults who are feeling overwhelmed or stressed and would like to learn mindfulness skills to increase a sense of life balance, resiliency, and feelings of peace and well-being. Learn ...
The Everyday Mindfulness Skills Group is a 12-week therapy group for adults who are feeling overwhelmed or stressed and would like to learn mindfulness skills to increase a sense of life balance, resiliency, and feelings of peace and well-being. Learn ...
Willow Pond Counseling
At Willow Pond Counseling, we help you embark on a journey of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-growth. We focus on creating a warm, comfortable, and welcoming space for you to explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences associated with your unique story. ...
At Willow Pond Counseling, we help you embark on a journey of self-awareness, self-acceptance, and self-growth. We focus on creating a warm, comfortable, and welcoming space for you to explore the thoughts, emotions, and experiences associated with your unique story. ...
Teen Girls Group
My teen group is a well established group that has been ongoing since 2008. All female identifying and nonbinary teens are welcomed as how they identify and pronouns are respected. Its focused on support in a nonjudgmental safe environment. Members ...
Hosted by Kerry Morrison
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Towson, MD 21204
My teen group is a well established group that has been ongoing since 2008. All female identifying and nonbinary teens are welcomed as how they identify and pronouns are respected. Its focused on support in a nonjudgmental safe environment. Members ...
DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) Skills Class
DBT can help you… Calm intense emotions Decrease risky/self-harm behaviors Advocate for yourself Strengthen and maintain important relationships Think before you react What to Expect The DBT Group is 90 minutes and includes skills training on 4 different modules: Mindfulness ...
DBT can help you… Calm intense emotions Decrease risky/self-harm behaviors Advocate for yourself Strengthen and maintain important relationships Think before you react What to Expect The DBT Group is 90 minutes and includes skills training on 4 different modules: Mindfulness ...
Roots and Wings, LLC.
Welcome to Roots and Wings! For us, roots signifies the importance of uncovering the origin of an issue, through deep inquiry and knowing one’s history, and wings symbolizes liberation, freedom and growth. Both are essential components to the therapeutic process. ...
Hosted by Chelsea Gleason
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baltimore, MD 21212
Welcome to Roots and Wings! For us, roots signifies the importance of uncovering the origin of an issue, through deep inquiry and knowing one’s history, and wings symbolizes liberation, freedom and growth. Both are essential components to the therapeutic process. ...
Social Anxiety
At this particular time, I do not have a Social Anxiety running but would like to start one. Isolation and social anxiety seems to be a prevalent problem, particularly during COVID. Many people feel isolated and fearful of the future. ...
Hosted by Seth Andrew Greenblatt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bethesda, MD 20815
At this particular time, I do not have a Social Anxiety running but would like to start one. Isolation and social anxiety seems to be a prevalent problem, particularly during COVID. Many people feel isolated and fearful of the future. ...
"The Other BLACK Girl" Process Group
In today's ever-evolving social and political landscape, the achievements and triumphs of unapologetically successful Black Women in the professional world are gaining the recognition they truly deserve. We will use the book "The Other BLACK Girl" as a foundation to ...
In today's ever-evolving social and political landscape, the achievements and triumphs of unapologetically successful Black Women in the professional world are gaining the recognition they truly deserve. We will use the book "The Other BLACK Girl" as a foundation to ...
Multi-Family Teen DBT skills group
Our IN PERSON Multi-Family DBT Skills Groups pair parents with their adolescents to learn DBT skills together. Teens and their families can choose from a group on Tuesdays (6:30-8:30pm), Wednesdays (6:30-8:30pm) or Thursdays (6-8pm). In each group, you will learn ...
Hosted by DBT Maryland LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bethesda, MD 20814
Our IN PERSON Multi-Family DBT Skills Groups pair parents with their adolescents to learn DBT skills together. Teens and their families can choose from a group on Tuesdays (6:30-8:30pm), Wednesdays (6:30-8:30pm) or Thursdays (6-8pm). In each group, you will learn ...
Mindfulness based cognitive therapy group
Mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is a research supported approach found to help adults with a history of depression, anxiety & trouble coping with stress. Research has found MBCT to be as effective as anti-depressants. This 8-week online group teaches ...
Hosted by Jaime M Fenton Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD, LLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Towson, MD 21204
Mindfulness based cognitive therapy (MBCT) is a research supported approach found to help adults with a history of depression, anxiety & trouble coping with stress. Research has found MBCT to be as effective as anti-depressants. This 8-week online group teaches ...
Solutions Life Coaching Services
Solutions Life Coaching Services is a Center dedicated to holistic well-being and sustainability. Our clinicians use various techniques to enable our clients to reach their goals and truly enjoy life.
Hosted by Solutions Life Coaching
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bowie, MD 20716
Solutions Life Coaching Services is a Center dedicated to holistic well-being and sustainability. Our clinicians use various techniques to enable our clients to reach their goals and truly enjoy life.
Substance abuse
Devine Interventions' group substance abuse program focuses on recovery through community support. Participants share experiences and develop coping strategies in a safe, supportive environment. The program uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), combined with peer support. ...
Hosted by Devine Interventions LLC
Treatment Center, LCSW-C, LPC, PhD, LAC, CAC-III
Verified Verified
Group meets in Greenbelt, MD 20770
Devine Interventions' group substance abuse program focuses on recovery through community support. Participants share experiences and develop coping strategies in a safe, supportive environment. The program uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), combined with peer support. ...
Kindred Treatment Center-Mental Health Therapy
We are a community-based organization committed to providing quality services for Mental Health. Kindred Treatment Center strives to provide all of your needs without the stress and hassle of going to multiple treatment providers. Our staff members have decades of ...
Hosted by Kindred Treatment Center
Treatment Center, LCPC, CAC-AD, LGPC, LCSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester, MD 21102
We are a community-based organization committed to providing quality services for Mental Health. Kindred Treatment Center strives to provide all of your needs without the stress and hassle of going to multiple treatment providers. Our staff members have decades of ...
Daybreak Bethesda
Private outpatient practice. Appointments available. Specializing in evidence based approaches to treating anxiety and mood disorders with and without medication
Private outpatient practice. Appointments available. Specializing in evidence based approaches to treating anxiety and mood disorders with and without medication
Black Pain a Support Group for Men and Women
Join a Support Group for African American men and women who are suffering from depression, anxiety, uncertainty, fear and loss. The foundation of this group will be based on the Book "Black Pain", It just looks like We're Not Hurting ...
Hosted by Loretta Clarise Pettiford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, CP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lavale, MD 21502
Join a Support Group for African American men and women who are suffering from depression, anxiety, uncertainty, fear and loss. The foundation of this group will be based on the Book "Black Pain", It just looks like We're Not Hurting ...
Psychotherapy Group for Depression and Anxiety
This 14-week Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) group is for adults (18+) who are feeling depressed and/or anxious. This confidential group will teach you how to recognize and modify your negative and anxiety-provoking thought patterns that affect your feelings and behaviors so ...
This 14-week Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) group is for adults (18+) who are feeling depressed and/or anxious. This confidential group will teach you how to recognize and modify your negative and anxiety-provoking thought patterns that affect your feelings and behaviors so ...
Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy Groups
I am partnering with Healing Practice Counseling, Inc. (HPC) in offering an intimate KAP-IFS group processing experience. Ketamine is now an alternative treatment for various chronic "treatment-resistant" mental conditions and is used in our clinical setting. Coupled with psychotherapy for ...
Hosted by Shantell Pitts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Takoma Park, MD 20912
I am partnering with Healing Practice Counseling, Inc. (HPC) in offering an intimate KAP-IFS group processing experience. Ketamine is now an alternative treatment for various chronic "treatment-resistant" mental conditions and is used in our clinical setting. Coupled with psychotherapy for ...
Adolescent Workshop Series
Details coming soon. To hear more about these workshops please contact me at Healing-Circle.
Details coming soon. To hear more about these workshops please contact me at Healing-Circle.
Anxiety and Burnout Telehealth Group - Michael
With Counseling on Call, get the support you need from the comfort of your own home. Join this group led by Michael and learn emotion regulation skills to help you cope with anxiety and burnout. This group provides a safe ...
Hosted by Lydia Gugsa - Counseling On Call
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bel Air, MD 21014
With Counseling on Call, get the support you need from the comfort of your own home. Join this group led by Michael and learn emotion regulation skills to help you cope with anxiety and burnout. This group provides a safe ...
Washington Nutrition and Counseling Group
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Hosted by Cassandra Edwards
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bethesda, MD 20817
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Basics Group Practice, LLC
Take The First Step In Making A Positive Change In Your Life And Contact Us Today!
Hosted by Basics Group Practice, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, CAMF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Forestville, MD 20747
Take The First Step In Making A Positive Change In Your Life And Contact Us Today!
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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.