Support Groups in Keswick, ON
Mindfulness group provides a calm, safe environment for individuals to experience and learn strategies to build ease of the mind. The approach used is from Mindfulness without Borders which has a foundation around full acceptance. Starting WINTER 2024. Fee $55 +HST. Bi-Weekly Sessions, Saturdays 10 - 11 am. Limited Spots Available. We look forward to you joining.
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Hosted by Trish Joyes: Neurodivergent Adhd Anxiety Trauma Adults
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Keswick, ON L4P
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or being overwhelmed? Are you feeling frustrated, doubting yourself, or unsure of what to do? Life throws us a lot of experiences, and sometimes it can be too much. Are you a neurodivergent individual (or family member) who deals with high-functioning autism (ASD) or ADHD? Are you a first responder with so much on your plate? We have questions throughout our lives, often unsure. My approach is positive, compassionate and encouraging in exploring new skills and strategies from a mindful perspective.
This group is for neurodivergent adults to have an opportunity to connect and interact with individuals who understand them. Each session will include a moment to reflect, learn, or ask questions about topics and issues brought up during the session, including building their confidence and self-esteem among peers who understand them, feel welcome and accepted with no judgement. There will be a focus during each session on building strategies to work with daily struggles. This is an 8-week online program starting bi-weekly. Starting FALL 2023. Fee $67 +HST. Bi-Weekly Sessions. Tuesdays 6:30 - 8 pm. Limited Spots Available.
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Hosted by Trish Joyes: Neurodivergent Adhd Anxiety Trauma Adults
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Keswick, ON L4P
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or being overwhelmed? Are you feeling frustrated, doubting yourself, or unsure of what to do? Life throws us a lot of experiences, and sometimes it can be too much. Are you a neurodivergent individual (or family member) who deals with high-functioning autism (ASD) or ADHD? Are you a first responder with so much on your plate? We have questions throughout our lives, often unsure. My approach is positive, compassionate and encouraging in exploring new skills and strategies from a mindful perspective.
Many parents go through daily struggles, often feeling unheard or unappreciated. This is an opportunity to share your story, hear others, or simply sit back and listen. Come to socialize with an open, accepting door for all moms, including neurodivergent children/teens (i.e. autism, ADHD, OCD, learning disability, etc.). We will also focus on self-care to help reduce stress and anxiety surrounding parenting. All parents are welcome! This is a bi-weekly group. Starts in FALL 2023. Limited spots are available. Fee $55 +HST.
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Hosted by Trish Joyes: Neurodivergent Adhd Anxiety Trauma Adults
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Keswick, ON L4P
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or being overwhelmed? Are you feeling frustrated, doubting yourself, or unsure of what to do? Life throws us a lot of experiences, and sometimes it can be too much. Are you a neurodivergent individual (or family member) who deals with high-functioning autism (ASD) or ADHD? Are you a first responder with so much on your plate? We have questions throughout our lives, often unsure. My approach is positive, compassionate and encouraging in exploring new skills and strategies from a mindful perspective.
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This 5 sessions group is a modification based on groups that have been offered at Halton Health Care in Oakville, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Ryerson University, and Mt. Sinai Hospital in Toronto. We have seen hundreds of people learn the basics of Mindfulness in 5 sessions and then graduates are welcome to attend a weekly follow-up group (free of charge) for the next year to continue to practice their skills. These groups are known to help with Depression, Anxiety and Chronic Pain. If interested, book a complementary introduction session to see if this is the right time.
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Hosted by Kirstin Dana Bindseil
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bradford, ON L3Z
Available either by phone or video conference, I am here to help people including those in health care cope in uncertain times. Situations such as illness, difficulties in the family, a change at work, or some other unforeseen event that leads to changes that you never imagined can be crippling. Long standing needs may also get triggered that make it difficult manage alone. You may begin to wonder "Will things ever get back on track"? Happiness is still possible in times of uncertainty. Kirana Psychotherapy has over 20 years of experience helping people understand how to grow even in difficult times.
Are you still feeling unsafe after leaving an abusive or toxic relationship with a narcissist? This therapy group program is for YOU if…you have been struggling to understand why your partner changed into someone unrecognizable over time...you are feeling alone and paralyzed by fear, and not sure what to do or how to recover from the trauma of abuse...you want to feel safe and confident again after leaving an abusive relationship. Contact us to join our waitlist for the next start date!
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Hosted by At Healing Path Therapy—PTSD•Relationships•2SLGTBQ
Registered Psychotherapist, MC, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Gwillimbury, ON L9N
Will the abuse ever stop? Will I always be in pain? Will I ever be good enough? Will I always feel this overwhelmed? Will I ever be in a loving relationship? Will I always feel paralyzed by my emotions? These worries are exhausting. Maybe you’ve Googled things like: therapist/therapy group near me, therapy for depression, anxiety, intimacy, chronic pain, narcissistic abuse, personality disorders, grief, couples counseling, 2SLGBTQ+ friendly therapists, queer or Muslim therapist. The decision to reach out can come with a lot of emotions, especially if you’ve been let down in the past & you’re tired of feeling misunderstood or unseen.
This group is for neurodivergent adults to have an opportunity to connect and interact with individuals who understand them. Each session will include a moment to reflect, learn, or ask questions about topics and issues brought up during the session, including building their confidence and self-esteem among peers who understand them, feel welcome and accepted with no judgement. There will be a focus during each session on building strategies to work with daily struggles. This is an 8-week online program starting bi-weekly. Starting SPRING 2024. Fee $55 +HST. Bi-Weekly Sessions. Tuesdays 6:30 - 8 pm. Limited Spots Available.
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Hosted by Anna Ryder
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Georgina, ON L4P
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression? Do you deal with ADHD, ASD, LD, or ODD? Is your child (10+) struggling with any of these concerns? Is your child transitioning from grade school to high school? Or high school to post-secondary? I deeply appreciate the opportunity to support people in learning about themselves, their strengths and ways to self-advocate for meeting their needs and goals. Working in special education has given me strategies and abilities to work with individuals addressing anxiety, school and peer-related issues, self-esteem, and executive functioning challenges.
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Hosted by Sofiya Hass
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA Hons, BEd, MACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in East Gwillimbury, ON L9N
This group was developed and tested at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre as an adaptation of Mindfulness Based Cognitive Behaviour Therapy. This is an 8 week group. Initial consultation is required to ensure this is a good time to learn Mindfulness. One does not need an official diagnosis to join this group.
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Hosted by Kirstin Dana Bindseil
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bradford, ON L3Z
Available either by phone or video conference, I am here to help people including those in health care cope in uncertain times. Situations such as illness, difficulties in the family, a change at work, or some other unforeseen event that leads to changes that you never imagined can be crippling. Long standing needs may also get triggered that make it difficult manage alone. You may begin to wonder "Will things ever get back on track"? Happiness is still possible in times of uncertainty. Kirana Psychotherapy has over 20 years of experience helping people understand how to grow even in difficult times.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Keswick?
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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.