Support Groups in Ottawa, ON
Pauline Robert Women's Recovery Group
A women's way through the twelve steps. Reading/sharing through the process of recovery. Taking one step at a time and sharing how it applies to our recovery. Support and exchange is the essence of the group.
Hosted by Jeannette Robert
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1S
A women's way through the twelve steps. Reading/sharing through the process of recovery. Taking one step at a time and sharing how it applies to our recovery. Support and exchange is the essence of the group.
Birth Trauma Group
Are you feeling stuck in the memory of your birth? Than, the Birth Alchemy Group is for you. We work together to process and share the birthing experience. We use Somatic Experiencing, art and ritual l to help find peace ...
Hosted by Christiane Lafleche
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2A
Are you feeling stuck in the memory of your birth? Than, the Birth Alchemy Group is for you. We work together to process and share the birthing experience. We use Somatic Experiencing, art and ritual l to help find peace ...
Stage 1: Online Domestic Violence Recovery Group
If you have left an abusive intimate partner relationship, group therapy can be a beneficial and healing experience for you. Connecting with other women with lived experience with IPV can be healing and transformative in a way that one to ...
Hosted by Julie Burnett
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2G
If you have left an abusive intimate partner relationship, group therapy can be a beneficial and healing experience for you. Connecting with other women with lived experience with IPV can be healing and transformative in a way that one to ...
Transformations - Anger Management
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: ...
Hosted by Stephanie Wolfert
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2B
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: ...
ADHD Group Therapy for Adults
Wherever you are on your ADHD journey, you are welcome here! Thriving with ADHD goes beyond simply learning tips and techniques for managing symptoms. This is a group therapy program for adults with ADHD who want to connect with other ...
Hosted by Stephen Clark
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2M
Wherever you are on your ADHD journey, you are welcome here! Thriving with ADHD goes beyond simply learning tips and techniques for managing symptoms. This is a group therapy program for adults with ADHD who want to connect with other ...
Blissful Balance Counselling
Hosted by Blissful Balance Counselling
MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2P
Transformations - Anger Management
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: ...
Hosted by The Counselling Group
Psychologist, MSW RSW, PhD, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2B
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: ...
Blissful Balance Counselling
Hosted by Ariette Hung - Blissful Balance Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, MDiv
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2P
SMART Recovery
Hosted by Expressive Arts Therapy Ottawa
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2B
Mindful Mondays
Mindful Mondays is a thoughtfully designed workshop series which introduces topics and themes in easy to ingest 45 minute time chunks. Intended to be accessible to beginners and experts alike. Each workshops will give you a quick break within your ...
Hosted by Linnea Elizabeth McPhail
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, DVATI, RP(Q)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1L
Mindful Mondays is a thoughtfully designed workshop series which introduces topics and themes in easy to ingest 45 minute time chunks. Intended to be accessible to beginners and experts alike. Each workshops will give you a quick break within your ...
CBT for ADHD
This evidenced-based 8-session program will teach participants EF compensatory skills to improve their functioning in life domains affected by ADHD. You will learn: How to make peace with the diagnosis, The ins and outs of time management, How to make ...
Hosted by Zsofia Grandpierre
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2J
This evidenced-based 8-session program will teach participants EF compensatory skills to improve their functioning in life domains affected by ADHD. You will learn: How to make peace with the diagnosis, The ins and outs of time management, How to make ...
Childhood Trauma Recovery - Phase 1 & 2
Childhood Trauma Recovery Phase I is a short-term, therapist-led group psychotherapy program designed for male survivors of childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. Its purpose is to begin men on their journey of trauma recovery through essential psycho-education, coaching on the ...
Hosted by Men & Healing: Psychotherapy for Men
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1S
Childhood Trauma Recovery Phase I is a short-term, therapist-led group psychotherapy program designed for male survivors of childhood sexual and/or physical abuse. Its purpose is to begin men on their journey of trauma recovery through essential psycho-education, coaching on the ...
Harnessing the Mind Body Connection (Virtual)
Join my colleague Alex Roycroft and I for this 5-week virtual workshop. During this psycho-educational group you will connect to yourself through guided meditations, increase self-awareness and acceptance, and learn how to identify and work with your emotions! Each week ...
Hosted by Zoey Wilton
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2P
Join my colleague Alex Roycroft and I for this 5-week virtual workshop. During this psycho-educational group you will connect to yourself through guided meditations, increase self-awareness and acceptance, and learn how to identify and work with your emotions! Each week ...
Trauma-Informed Yoga for Survivors of SA
This course is intended for survivors of sexual violence who are interested in discovering how yoga can be a holistic healing tool. The curriculum integrates: psychoeducation around the results of trauma on the body; an experiential practice using yoga asana ...
Hosted by Meagan Cumming
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2H
This course is intended for survivors of sexual violence who are interested in discovering how yoga can be a holistic healing tool. The curriculum integrates: psychoeducation around the results of trauma on the body; an experiential practice using yoga asana ...
MVA Support Group
This group aims to support survivors of motor vehicle accidents in navigating the insurance system while coping with the effects of their accidents.
Hosted by Jaden Bailey
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2S
This group aims to support survivors of motor vehicle accidents in navigating the insurance system while coping with the effects of their accidents.
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction
An 8-week program to support you to cope with stress through mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention, to the present moment, with acceptance. People come to the program seeking relief from family, work and financial stress, sleep ...
Hosted by Sandy Williams
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2A
An 8-week program to support you to cope with stress through mindfulness meditation. Mindfulness is the practice of paying attention, to the present moment, with acceptance. People come to the program seeking relief from family, work and financial stress, sleep ...
Supervisees
Hosted by Dr. David Crowe
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2B
Girl Talk
Group therapy for girls to build solid, healthy friendships. A positive evidence-informed group therapy focused on emotional regulation, communication & fostering healthy friendships for resilient mental health.
Hosted by Kristina Scully
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MC, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2M
Group therapy for girls to build solid, healthy friendships. A positive evidence-informed group therapy focused on emotional regulation, communication & fostering healthy friendships for resilient mental health.
Psychotherapy for you
Hosted by Brittany Lepera @ Psychotherapy For You
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1G
Invest in YOU: Manage Anxiety with Compassion
This in-person 8-week psycho-educational group is for individuals (18+) seeking to manage their anxiety in an accepting and mindful way by learning tools from dialectical behaviour and cognitive-behavioural therapies in combination with somatic and compassion-focused practices. Cost for the group ...
Hosted by Sonia Myre
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP/PA, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1Z
This in-person 8-week psycho-educational group is for individuals (18+) seeking to manage their anxiety in an accepting and mindful way by learning tools from dialectical behaviour and cognitive-behavioural therapies in combination with somatic and compassion-focused practices. Cost for the group ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Ottawa?
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.