Support Groups in Toronto, ON
Mindfulness Support Practice
MBCT. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
Mindfulness helps us to relate differently to 'all' psychological and physical challenging situations and conditions, such as depression stress and anxiety. Helps us to calm the mind and body and to be more present in ...
Hosted by Alan Davis
Counsellor, DCTP, MTC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6H
MBCT. Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy.
Mindfulness helps us to relate differently to 'all' psychological and physical challenging situations and conditions, such as depression stress and anxiety. Helps us to calm the mind and body and to be more present in ...
TBD
DUE TO COVID-19 No Groups at this time.
Hosted by Wanda Smith
Registered Psychotherapist, RegP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5S
DUE TO COVID-19 No Groups at this time.
Adult Interpersonal Group Therapy - Online
This online group is for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of their relationships. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns that interfere with intimacy and connection with others and learn new ...
Hosted by Amber Sager
Registered Psychotherapist, DpPsych, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5R
This online group is for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of their relationships. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns that interfere with intimacy and connection with others and learn new ...
The Check-In
Embark on a transformative journey with our Online Men's Recovery Support Group. This empowering space invites you to openly share, cultivate personal growth, and discover mutual understanding among peers. Join us every Wednesday, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM EST, for ...
Hosted by Shawn Rumble Recovery Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, RSSW, ICCS, ICADC, ICGC-II, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6P
Embark on a transformative journey with our Online Men's Recovery Support Group. This empowering space invites you to openly share, cultivate personal growth, and discover mutual understanding among peers. Join us every Wednesday, from 7:00 to 8:30 PM EST, for ...
Social Emotional Adolescent Groups
High school Social-Emotional Classes Our high-schoolers are given the tools to navigate adolescence with effective communication skills, coping and tolerance, decision-making skills and additional social-emotional tools that help them make good choices, avoid pitfalls, such as peer pressure, substance abuse, ...
Hosted by Positive Kids Inc
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, PsyD(c, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6B
High school Social-Emotional Classes Our high-schoolers are given the tools to navigate adolescence with effective communication skills, coping and tolerance, decision-making skills and additional social-emotional tools that help them make good choices, avoid pitfalls, such as peer pressure, substance abuse, ...
8-Week Healthy Masculinity & Sexuailty Online Men
A men’s group is a very powerful tool to reduce shame in a man’s life and to help a man come out of hiding. It is a deeply powerful experience to share vulnerability with other men in a safe setting ...
Hosted by Eric Pierni
Registered Psychotherapist, EMDR, CSAT, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4P
A men’s group is a very powerful tool to reduce shame in a man’s life and to help a man come out of hiding. It is a deeply powerful experience to share vulnerability with other men in a safe setting ...
Polyvagal Parenting Workshops
Periodic sessions held throughout the year. Includes two group educational workshops for the parents/guardians and one individual session for the family. This will be a useful first step for those families who wish to learn more about anxiety, and how ...
Hosted by Ripple Effect Services
Registered Social Worker, CCW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
Periodic sessions held throughout the year. Includes two group educational workshops for the parents/guardians and one individual session for the family. This will be a useful first step for those families who wish to learn more about anxiety, and how ...
FTS - Men's Sexual Recovery Group (Waitlisted)
Shawn Rumble Recovery Services is excited to present "Facing the Shadows" Group Therapy, a comprehensive program that addresses addiction to sex in any form, including compulsive chasing of new relationships or pornography viewing. Facilitated by Shawn Rumble, an internationally Certified ...
Hosted by Shawn Rumble Recovery Services
Drug & Alcohol Counsellor, RSSW, ICCS, ICADC, ICGC-II, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6P
Shawn Rumble Recovery Services is excited to present "Facing the Shadows" Group Therapy, a comprehensive program that addresses addiction to sex in any form, including compulsive chasing of new relationships or pornography viewing. Facilitated by Shawn Rumble, an internationally Certified ...
Navigating Work
An online workshop series and support group for Neurodivergent adults looking for work. 8 weeks, evenings. Run by Dori Zener & Associates Job Coach.
Hosted by Dori Zener
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M3H
An online workshop series and support group for Neurodivergent adults looking for work. 8 weeks, evenings. Run by Dori Zener & Associates Job Coach.
CBT for postpartum mood and anxiety
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an empirically supported treatment for mood and anxiety. It is short-term and skills-based. Group therapy offers connection with others, which is so important in the postpartum period to help normalize your experiences. It is a ...
Hosted by Jillian Satin
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4P
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) is an empirically supported treatment for mood and anxiety. It is short-term and skills-based. Group therapy offers connection with others, which is so important in the postpartum period to help normalize your experiences. It is a ...
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy
At Dialectical Living our online DBT psycho-ed groups are powerful ways to learn DBT skills while meeting others who share in similar struggles. We pride ourselves on making learning DBT fun and interactive using: PowerPoints, videos, role-plays, white boarding, discussions, ...
Hosted by Julie Hayden
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4K
At Dialectical Living our online DBT psycho-ed groups are powerful ways to learn DBT skills while meeting others who share in similar struggles. We pride ourselves on making learning DBT fun and interactive using: PowerPoints, videos, role-plays, white boarding, discussions, ...
Small Therapy Groups
Interested in therapy but find the fess too high? Why not try a small therapy group that will give you the benefits of a group, where you'll still receive individual attention. We will cover issues that are pressing for you, ...
Hosted by Laura Hetherington
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CCPA, OAMHP, DiplGIT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5R
Interested in therapy but find the fess too high? Why not try a small therapy group that will give you the benefits of a group, where you'll still receive individual attention. We will cover issues that are pressing for you, ...
Imposter Syndrome and the Social Worker
Do you feel unsure of yourself as a social worker? Does imposter syndrome interfere in your work with clients? If so, you're not alone - we feel it too. Learn to understand and accept your imposter syndrome and work towards ...
Hosted by Ashley Carr
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5G
Do you feel unsure of yourself as a social worker? Does imposter syndrome interfere in your work with clients? If so, you're not alone - we feel it too. Learn to understand and accept your imposter syndrome and work towards ...
Partner Trauma Group
Do you feel like you carry too much? Everyday feels the same? We are thrilled to offer an 8 week group program beginning in April, aimed at women who have either been betrayed, experiencing isolation from peers or need help ...
Hosted by Peter Stathakos & Associates Inc
Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6G
Do you feel like you carry too much? Everyday feels the same? We are thrilled to offer an 8 week group program beginning in April, aimed at women who have either been betrayed, experiencing isolation from peers or need help ...
Rewind Technique
Deep relaxation group / individual for supportive mindfulness
Hosted by Claire Silvester
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MSc, RP, CHRE
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4W
Deep relaxation group / individual for supportive mindfulness
Adult Interpersonal Group Therapy (Online Ongoing)
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS TO START IN SEPTEMBER. This online group is for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of the relationships in their lives. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns ...
Hosted by Pathways To Connections
Registered Psychotherapist, BEd, PsychDp, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5R
CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW MEMBERS TO START IN SEPTEMBER. This online group is for individuals who want to understand and improve the quality of the relationships in their lives. We will use our interactions with each other to explore interpersonal patterns ...
DBT Skills Group (age 18+)
Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness and Mindfulness skills are taught in the 24-week group. Why would we spend time to learn about skills we may not use? Think of it like cooking. If we only know how to make ...
Hosted by andtherapy (DBT)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6C
Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness and Mindfulness skills are taught in the 24-week group. Why would we spend time to learn about skills we may not use? Think of it like cooking. If we only know how to make ...
Anxiety Treatment Specialists
Learn Practical techniques to help your patients/clients overcome panic attacks, anxiety and stress.
Hosted by TheAnxiety.Clinic
Registered Psychotherapist, BFA, BA, (Hons), MDiv, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5S
Learn Practical techniques to help your patients/clients overcome panic attacks, anxiety and stress.
Group Program for Adolescents from age of 15 to 18
Hosted by Halle Sailer Clinic
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M2K
Adolescent DBT Skills Group (Online)
This 12-week group program is designed to teach adolescents (ages 14-18) and their parent/guardian effective, practical coping strategies to regulate intense emotions and replace unhealthy, problematic behaviours. You will learn DBT skills aimed at managing emotional and interpersonal difficulties, including ...
Hosted by Dylan Zambrano
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5B
This 12-week group program is designed to teach adolescents (ages 14-18) and their parent/guardian effective, practical coping strategies to regulate intense emotions and replace unhealthy, problematic behaviours. You will learn DBT skills aimed at managing emotional and interpersonal difficulties, including ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Toronto?
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.