Support Groups in Kelowna, BC
Kelowna EMDR Clinic
The Kelowna EMDR clinic offers in-person and online EMDR therapy by EMDR trained therapists. We serve to help you heal from traumatic events by providing evidence-based, effective treatment for dealing with the effects of stuck memories. Our therapy team specializes ...
Hosted by Janice Tuling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
The Kelowna EMDR clinic offers in-person and online EMDR therapy by EMDR trained therapists. We serve to help you heal from traumatic events by providing evidence-based, effective treatment for dealing with the effects of stuck memories. Our therapy team specializes ...
Navigating Adult Life with ADHD
This group is designed to provide support over a period of 8 sessions where participants will have access to psychoeducation, somatic practices, interactive exercises, and resources. The sessions will cover a range of topics that include improving communication skills, adapting ...
Hosted by Susanne Currie
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1V
This group is designed to provide support over a period of 8 sessions where participants will have access to psychoeducation, somatic practices, interactive exercises, and resources. The sessions will cover a range of topics that include improving communication skills, adapting ...
Online peer support group
An online mental health peer support group offers a nurturing virtual environment where individuals grappling with mental health issues can find solace and understanding. Through open and non-judgmental conversations, members share personal experiences, provide mutual support, and foster connections. This ...
Hosted by Chantale Elliott
Counsellor, RTC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
An online mental health peer support group offers a nurturing virtual environment where individuals grappling with mental health issues can find solace and understanding. Through open and non-judgmental conversations, members share personal experiences, provide mutual support, and foster connections. This ...
Evergreen Counselling Group
An evergreen tree is a symbol of hope, because thrives in the worst of circumstances. At Evergreen Counselling Group we know that life is rarely what we want it to be, but believe that no matter your situation you can ...
Hosted by Jadon Ward
Counsellor, MA, MA, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
An evergreen tree is a symbol of hope, because thrives in the worst of circumstances. At Evergreen Counselling Group we know that life is rarely what we want it to be, but believe that no matter your situation you can ...
Reclaiming Our Wholeness
A self regulation, embodiment and coherency workshop. This transformative workshop explores what it means to live a vibrant and connected life. When our nervous system is operating optimally, we feel connected and we have choice. We have more energy. We ...
Hosted by Dawn Clarke
Counsellor, RTC, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1W
A self regulation, embodiment and coherency workshop. This transformative workshop explores what it means to live a vibrant and connected life. When our nervous system is operating optimally, we feel connected and we have choice. We have more energy. We ...
Mental Health Online Live Webinars
In the coming months, I'll be hosting a series of webinars focused on various mental health topics, including strategies for managing anxiety, coping with grief, navigating social media's impact on our well-being, and much more. These sessions are designed not ...
Hosted by Trixie Hennessey Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
In the coming months, I'll be hosting a series of webinars focused on various mental health topics, including strategies for managing anxiety, coping with grief, navigating social media's impact on our well-being, and much more. These sessions are designed not ...
ACT for parents raising children with autism
As part of my work in this world, I apply Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Training to families raising a child (or children) diagnosed with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders. As a mother myself, with two sons diagnosed with ...
Hosted by Shauna Dawn Paynter
Counsellor, BSc, MA, PDPP, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1W
As part of my work in this world, I apply Acceptance & Commitment Therapy and Training to families raising a child (or children) diagnosed with autism or other pervasive developmental disorders. As a mother myself, with two sons diagnosed with ...
S.T.O.P. (Stop Taking it Out on your Partner)
Compassion focused psycho-educational group therapy for men who have abused power and control dynamics - in any form - in their intimate partnerships. Groups last for 10 weeks and each week covers an important concept in the power and control ...
Hosted by Susannah-Joy Schuilenberg
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC, CPTT-II, CSTIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Compassion focused psycho-educational group therapy for men who have abused power and control dynamics - in any form - in their intimate partnerships. Groups last for 10 weeks and each week covers an important concept in the power and control ...
Braveheart: Porn Addiction Support Group
Have you tried to stop using porn? Do you hide your porn use from others? Do you feel controlled by your desire to use porn? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you can benefit from a men's ...
Hosted by Bill Schuilenberg
Counsellor, RPC, MPCC-S, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Have you tried to stop using porn? Do you hide your porn use from others? Do you feel controlled by your desire to use porn? If you've answered yes to any of these questions, you can benefit from a men's ...
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 ...
Circle of Security - Parenting Group
Circle of Security Parenting *Currently postponed - please contact me for further info!* At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were ...
Hosted by Nicole Fakaua
Counsellor, BAPsych, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Circle of Security Parenting *Currently postponed - please contact me for further info!* At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were ...
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.
Men in Change, Kelowna
Men in Change is a process group for men who are interested in learning how to manage emotions and unhealthy conflict. Themes include: Unfairness, Boundary Work, Respectful Communication, Family Conflict, Solution-focused Work, Managing Anger, Emotional Intelligence, Shame and Resiliency and ...
Hosted by Angela Kazmierczak Talk Less Therapy
Counsellor, RCC, SEP, CCC, MSMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Men in Change is a process group for men who are interested in learning how to manage emotions and unhealthy conflict. Themes include: Unfairness, Boundary Work, Respectful Communication, Family Conflict, Solution-focused Work, Managing Anger, Emotional Intelligence, Shame and Resiliency and ...
Overcoming Depression & Anxiety
Group coaching sessions via zoom with registered counsellor / certified life coach - PDF lessons, access to private facebook group. You will gain tools / skills for understanding and overcoming depression / anxiety. This program focuses on gaining tools to ...
Hosted by Inspired Counselling & Coaching
Counsellor, RPC, CLC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1V
Group coaching sessions via zoom with registered counsellor / certified life coach - PDF lessons, access to private facebook group. You will gain tools / skills for understanding and overcoming depression / anxiety. This program focuses on gaining tools to ...
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.
Circle of Security Parenting Program
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you! ...
Hosted by Sarah Harris
Counsellor, BSc, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
At times all parents feel lost or without a clue about what our child might need from us. Imagine what it might feel like if you were able to make sense of what your child was really asking from you! ...
Find your passion.
Do you find yourself saying “It’s too late”, “I’m too old”, “Those days are gone”. Right now, you’re feeling like the next chapter of life holds no passion or purpose. Let’s find your passion and create the life you desire. ...
Hosted by Bettie Lou Tomashewski
Counsellor, Ba, Hsac
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Do you find yourself saying “It’s too late”, “I’m too old”, “Those days are gone”. Right now, you’re feeling like the next chapter of life holds no passion or purpose. Let’s find your passion and create the life you desire. ...
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
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 ...
Hosted by Motion Counselling
Counsellor, MC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
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 ...
Group Hypnosis Sessions
Hypnosis session for relieving stress and anxiety, moving forward with calm and confidence.
Hosted by Birgit Laskowski
Counsellor, BA, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kelowna, BC V1Y
Hypnosis session for relieving stress and anxiety, moving forward with calm and confidence.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Kelowna?
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.