Practical Psychology Skills for IBD
Practical Psychology Skills for Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Hosted by Joshua P Paulton
Counsellor, MC, BA, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6B
Practical Psychology Skills for Living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Community Art Therapy
Join me Online via ZOOM, the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm PST. In a supportive atmosphere explore the creative process in a mindful way that encourages reflection and personal growth. Each month will be a different themed ...
Join me Online via ZOOM, the first Thursday of each month at 7:00 pm PST. In a supportive atmosphere explore the creative process in a mindful way that encourages reflection and personal growth. Each month will be a different themed ...
Mindful Self-Compassion Live Online Training
In this 6-week Live Online Mindful Self-Compassion course, you will learn some of the principles and practices of mindful self-compassion, so you can better relate to and care for yourself, both physically and emotionally. Research has shown that these techniques ...
In this 6-week Live Online Mindful Self-Compassion course, you will learn some of the principles and practices of mindful self-compassion, so you can better relate to and care for yourself, both physically and emotionally. Research has shown that these techniques ...
Navigating Grief & Loss
A Six-week virtual counselling group to help clients learn how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Monday. February 12, and will run for six week. The fee for the group is pay what you can. Recommend amount ...
Hosted by Emergence Counselling & Wellness Inc.
Counsellor, RCC, CCC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6E
A Six-week virtual counselling group to help clients learn how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Monday. February 12, and will run for six week. The fee for the group is pay what you can. Recommend amount ...
Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety
From Worries to Warriors: Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety Join other parents in a safe and welcoming space where you can find solace, guidance and a supportive community. Group sessions will include engaging discussions, share valuable resources and provide ...
Hosted by Hearthstone Counselling and Consulting
Counsellor, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Invermere, BC V0A
From Worries to Warriors: Empowering Parents of Children With Anxiety Join other parents in a safe and welcoming space where you can find solace, guidance and a supportive community. Group sessions will include engaging discussions, share valuable resources and provide ...
Understanding Anxiety & Depression - Parent Group
For parents to go from fearing for their teen’s mental health to helping their teen navigate anxiety and depression without losing connection and trust. If you’ve been experiencing fear, worry, doubt, anger, sadness, guilt and shame about the depression and ...
For parents to go from fearing for their teen’s mental health to helping their teen navigate anxiety and depression without losing connection and trust. If you’ve been experiencing fear, worry, doubt, anger, sadness, guilt and shame about the depression and ...
Webinars/Seminars/Keynotes & Group Treatment
Note: Offering online customized workplace webinars/keynotes on various mental health wellness topics for small to large groups. Small group treatment program (4-weeks) available for organizations wishing to provide anxiety management for employees. In-person upon request.
Hosted by Rita Schnarr I Schnarr Psychotherapy
Counsellor, MA, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6E
Note: Offering online customized workplace webinars/keynotes on various mental health wellness topics for small to large groups. Small group treatment program (4-weeks) available for organizations wishing to provide anxiety management for employees. In-person upon request.
One Body to Love
One Body to Love is an intimate small group program for connecting and trusting your body in a way that works for YOU, all designed to be the last program you will ever need. Ten weeks of uplifting and inspiring ...
One Body to Love is an intimate small group program for connecting and trusting your body in a way that works for YOU, all designed to be the last program you will ever need. Ten weeks of uplifting and inspiring ...
DBT Skills Group
This condensed DBT Skills Group Class runs weekly for 14 sessions and works on building essential skills for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Highly recommended for neurodivergence, ADHD, BPD, and many others.
This condensed DBT Skills Group Class runs weekly for 14 sessions and works on building essential skills for emotional regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and distress tolerance. Highly recommended for neurodivergence, ADHD, BPD, and many others.
DBT Skills Group for Women in Urdu
offering Free in-person DBT skills group for Women in Urdu . starting from September 15,2023
offering Free in-person DBT skills group for Women in Urdu . starting from September 15,2023
Soulutions Counselling
Are you curious Are you filled with questions? Do you think you have some great thoughts to help others then ...Join our group!! All and any questions!!!! SIGN UP at soullutionscounselling.co m sign up anonomysly or with your real name. ...
Hosted by Soulutions Counselling
Counsellor, MA, MPCC, RPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in White Rock, BC V4B
Are you curious Are you filled with questions? Do you think you have some great thoughts to help others then ...Join our group!! All and any questions!!!! SIGN UP at soullutionscounselling.co m sign up anonomysly or with your real name. ...
Find Your Voice
Find your voice using music as a mirror for your unexpressed potential! In these 4 weeks you will: Develop your self-understanding and self-expression to feel more WHOLE in your life, relationships, work, health! Engage a variety of music-related approaches including: ...
Hosted by Luke Lee Burton
Counsellor, MMT, MTA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Vancouver, BC V7G
Find your voice using music as a mirror for your unexpressed potential! In these 4 weeks you will: Develop your self-understanding and self-expression to feel more WHOLE in your life, relationships, work, health! Engage a variety of music-related approaches including: ...
Parenting Youth with ADHD Peer Support Group
A free monthly peer support group for Vancouver Island parents of youth with ADHD. Join our facebook group to learn more. https://bit.ly/3CTKldb
Hosted by Mary Klovance
Counsellor, MA, BEd, BA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8R
A free monthly peer support group for Vancouver Island parents of youth with ADHD. Join our facebook group to learn more. https://bit.ly/3CTKldb
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 ...
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 ...
Mindful Reflection Training
You have the power to evoke change by intentionally focusing on your breathing. You might not even notice it but the change can be enhanced by practicing with a group of folks with a positive attitude towards change. Dr. K. ...
Hosted by Dawson Psychological Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8N
You have the power to evoke change by intentionally focusing on your breathing. You might not even notice it but the change can be enhanced by practicing with a group of folks with a positive attitude towards change. Dr. K. ...
Mindful Self-Compassion: Oct. 8 - Nov. 26, 2019
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is a research-supported, 8-week, course designed to cultivate the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion. This group teaches core principles and practices that enable people to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care and understanding, ...
Mindful Self-Compassion (MSC) is a research-supported, 8-week, course designed to cultivate the skills of mindfulness and self-compassion. This group teaches core principles and practices that enable people to respond to difficult moments in their lives with kindness, care and understanding, ...
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
For information visit www.drkasimalmashat.com.
Hosted by Kasim Al-Mashat
Psychologist, PhD, CSFT, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Vancouver, BC V7H
For information visit www.drkasimalmashat.com.
DBT On-Line
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy group for those suffering from the effects of trauma and complex mental health disorders who wish to gain the skills to lead a life worth living.
Hosted by Earl Blacklock
Counsellor, MALM, MDiv, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Nanaimo, BC V9R
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy group for those suffering from the effects of trauma and complex mental health disorders who wish to gain the skills to lead a life worth living.
Anxiety Group for Women (Virtual, anywhere in BC)
You lay awake at night with worries running through your head while your partner sleeps peacefully. You struggle at work or at home to keep up appearances. You work so hard but you worry you're going to fail. You are ...
You lay awake at night with worries running through your head while your partner sleeps peacefully. You struggle at work or at home to keep up appearances. You work so hard but you worry you're going to fail. You are ...
Reviving the Lost Art of Cherishing March 10/20
Human beings are incredibly and intricately wired for social connection, but the majority of people simply do not receive enough deep, thoughtful, nuanced, tender care. We are aching to be held and received in reverence and presence. Learn how to ...
Hosted by Sara Kammerzell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Sara Kammerzell, M Ed, RCC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6B
Human beings are incredibly and intricately wired for social connection, but the majority of people simply do not receive enough deep, thoughtful, nuanced, tender care. We are aching to be held and received in reverence and presence. Learn how to ...
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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.