Support Groups in M8V
Are you feeling burnt out and uninspired in your work, relationships, or life? Reignite your flame with our group coaching program, Healing from Burnout. Over three months, you'll participate in biweekly live coaching calls (recorded for those who need to ...
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Hosted by Danielle McCarron | Burnout Recovery Specialist
MSc, PhD(c)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
Are you feeling burnt out and uninspired in your work, relationships, or life? Reignite your flame with our group coaching program, Healing from Burnout. Over three months, you'll participate in biweekly live coaching calls (recorded for those who need to ...
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Hosted by Lakeshore Village Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
This is a safe, inclusive and supportive space to share your story of Healing and Transformation. We are international, artistic, and embodied. We are seeking community healing and recovery. We meet once a month ON LINE and support each other's ...
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Hosted by Florence MacGregor
Registered Psychotherapist, MFA, MPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
This is a safe, inclusive and supportive space to share your story of Healing and Transformation. We are international, artistic, and embodied. We are seeking community healing and recovery. We meet once a month ON LINE and support each other's ...
A workshop designed for clinicians and professionals to support clients who are living with body image issues. Some topics that will be covered: What is poor body image and why clients have body image issues. How to communicate with clients ...
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Hosted by Rachel Oliver
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
A workshop designed for clinicians and professionals to support clients who are living with body image issues. Some topics that will be covered: What is poor body image and why clients have body image issues. How to communicate with clients ...
This workshop is specifically designed for new dads as a way to celebrate the unique journey of fatherhood from the very beginning to the reality of raising a child. Through interactive activities and real-life examples, new dads will gain the ...
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Hosted by Uplift Therapy for Men - Etobicoke & Virtual (ON)
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
This workshop is specifically designed for new dads as a way to celebrate the unique journey of fatherhood from the very beginning to the reality of raising a child. Through interactive activities and real-life examples, new dads will gain the ...
The male survivors of childhood sexual abuse group session offers a safe, supportive space for men who've experienced such trauma to connect, share, and heal. Led by trained professionals, participants discuss their experiences, emotions, and coping strategies, gaining support and ...
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Hosted by Uplift Therapy for Men - Etobicoke & Virtual (ON)
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, OT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
The male survivors of childhood sexual abuse group session offers a safe, supportive space for men who've experienced such trauma to connect, share, and heal. Led by trained professionals, participants discuss their experiences, emotions, and coping strategies, gaining support and ...
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 ...
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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 ...
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Hosted by Lakeshore Village Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
10-week parent/guardian group program focusing on assisting parents/guardians of a child dealing with anxiety. The program offers information and strategies to help parents/guardians in supporting their child. Participants learn from each others' successes and challenges. The program is appropriate for ...
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Hosted by Ripple Effect Services
Registered Social Worker, CCW, RSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M8V
10-week parent/guardian group program focusing on assisting parents/guardians of a child dealing with anxiety. The program offers information and strategies to help parents/guardians in supporting their child. Participants learn from each others' successes and challenges. The program is appropriate for ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in M8V?
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.