Support Groups in T5N
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is a closed group consisting of 8-10 participants who are 18 years of age or older. It runs for 12 weeks, each session 2 hours in length. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 12 weeks. Start date: September 17th, 2024. Registration is open.
We all need a little help from time to time. Sometimes life gets hard and those difficult moments can make it feel impossible to recognize that things can improve. As a Registered Psychologist for close to 20 years and Clinical Director at Edgar Psychological, I understand how important it is to use an evidence based, integrative and tailored approach. I am trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy and Psychodynamic Therapy. I am a culturally sensitive and L.G.B.T.Q.I.A.+ clinician and welcome all people from all walks of life.
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is a closed group consisting of 8-10 participants who are 18 years of age or older. It runs for 12 weeks, each session 2 hours in length. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 12 weeks.
Supporting others begins with the presence of a safe space of openness and acceptance that facilitates a client’s innate yearning for healing, growth, and self actualization. My own journey has led me to the joy, mystery, and wonder of self discovery, the healing experience of healthy relationships, and finding meaning and purpose in life. The enjoyment in my work as a therapist comes from guiding clients on their journey to discover what brings them joy and to help them reconnect to their inner resources – their strengths, wholeness, peace, deeper nature, and internal guidance and wisdom.
The Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Skills Group is one of four components that make up Comprehensive DBT. A variety of evidenced-based skills are taught during the 2-hour DBT Skills Group. This is a closed group reserved for clients who are enrolled in the Comprehensive DBT program at Edgar Psychological.
Hosted by Ellen M Klaver
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
I am passionate about the therapeutic process and privileged when a client allows me to join them in theirs. My approach balances the art and science of therapy by using evidence-based treatments and tailoring them to be most effective for you. I believe in being as authentic as possible so I stay genuinely curious and collaborate with you to make sense of emotions, thoughts, and behaviours. I value taking a strength-based approach and promoting a safe and non-judgmental environment that empowers you to engage in the meaningful work of self-discovery, acceptance, and change.
Our 10-week Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) Group combines medically supervised ketamine dosing with an integrated group psychotherapy program and community-based care. Group KAP sessions can address individual treatment-related goals and personal challenges while also building community through shared experiences, vicarious learning, interpersonal connection and co-regulation in a healing container. Delivered by a multidisciplinary team, our program includes preparation, integration, and ketamine dosing sessions, as well as evidence-informed and session-specific education, skills building, discussion, and material provided for in-between session support. Please contact us to learn more. Starts April 2024, Date/ Time TBD.
Hosted by Dr. Kevin O. St. Arnaud
Psychologist, PhD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
I am a doctoral psychologist and have worked with a range of clients across medical, oncological, psychiatric, and counselling settings. I specialize in psychedelic therapy, existential issues (e.g. purpose, angst, self-actualization), cancer and chronic illness, trauma, grief and loss, palliative care, depression, anxiety, life transitions, and psychospiritual development. My approach is integrative, drawing from existential, Jungian, psychodynamic, process-experiential (EFT, AEDP), IFS, schema, ACT, and transpersonal therapies. For my psychedelic therapy practice, see edgarpsychological.com/ketamine-assisted-psychotherapy
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is a closed group consisting of 8-10 participants who are 18 years of age or older. It runs for 12 weeks, each session 2 hours in length. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 12 weeks.
I am a Registered Psychologist with a Master’s degree in Counselling Psychology from the University of Alberta. My approach to therapy emphasizes the importance of confronting our painful emotions and experiences from a place of safety, curiosity, and honesty. I work with individuals and couples as well as teens and youth. I also have a special interest in working with men. I believe that men are often under resourced when it comes to accessing, expressing, and understanding their emotions, often leading to painful, yet avoidable, experiences.
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is a closed group consisting of 8-10 participants who are 18 years of age or older. It runs for 12 weeks, each session 2 hours in length. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 12 weeks.
Hosted by Rosa Gregory
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
Welcome. My name is Rosa. I am an experienced Registered Clinical Social Worker with a 15 year history of working with diverse populations within the Addiction and Mental Health field. I believe in meeting people where they're at with no judgments or preconceived notions. I come from a place of authenticity and curiosity, believing that the client is the expert of their life and that through our work we can set realistic goals for moving forward. I approach my work with an anti-oppressive, strengths based and trauma informed lens. Furthermore, I bring a great sense of creativity, humor, openness and warmth to my practice approach.
Navigating the wilderness of grief can be a deeply painful and isolating experience. Sharing a sacred space with others on a similar journey can allow powerful healing to unfold. This 8-week therapeutic support group program will provide information & tools to help you navigate the strange landscape of grief, as well as offer a space to feel heard, understood, & witnessed in your grief. Christina is a bereaved mother, sister, and daughter and holds a deep understanding of the complexities of loss and healing. $600 includes 8 X 90 minute sessions & group manual. Receipt for insurance benefits will be issued. Email for next start date.
Hosted by Christina Larsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
My work with people is rooted in the belief that we all have the strength and wisdom within ourselves to make the changes we wish to see. Within the context of a safe and meaningful therapeutic relationship, new ways of being can emerge. Living more fully aligned with our values and increasing our awareness of unhelpful patterns can allow us to live a more meaningful, vibrant, and joyful life. By working collaboratively with you at your own pace, I can support you in expanding your self-awareness and changing the maladaptive beliefs or behaviours that are getting in the way of living the full and rich life that you imagine.
A safe supportive group for new mothers possibly struggling with postpartum depression and and postpartum anxiety. This group is run by Jody Cook, MSW, a therapist with 20+ years experience working with new moms.
Hosted by Summit Counselling Services
Psychologist, BA, MC, CAATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
Whatever your are hoping to work on - we are here to help. Our team is just as unique as you are. Each therapist at Summit works in their own unique way, each specializing in different areas. Our aim is to provide the most effective individualized service for each client we see. We all have skills and resources to work through life's challenges, our goal is to help you find those within yourself. Together we will develop a plan to strategically address your areas of concern and create lasting positive change. Our role is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore ways to create positive life change.
*Postponed Indefinitely. Cows Can Be Purple is an Adlerian art therapy group created by Sadie E. (Tee) Dreikurs. It is designed for 6 to 12 people with the intent for everyone come together as a supportive community engaging in the creative process. The purpose of the group is to identify major events in your personal history that have contributed to the person you are today, to share those events within the safety of the group, and to learn from each others' experiences. We will share food, stories, tears, laughter, and art while finding meaning within our group experience.
Hosted by Derryl-Lynn Braumberger
Counsellor, CCC, MCP-AT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
***I am not accepting new clients at this time.*** Therapy is no easy task. (Yeah, I said it). It is a lot of work with ups and downs, just like everything else you've accomplished to get to where you are! Whether you are seeking help for grief, trauma, life changes/events, depression and anxiety, family and relationship troubles, stress, or any other issue, it takes dedication to the process of self-discovery. If you are ready, I would be honored to take the first steps beside you.
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is a closed group consisting of 8-10 participants who are 18 years of age or older. It runs for 12 weeks, each session 2 hours in length. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 12 weeks.
I have worked with - but am not limited to working with – individuals suffering from depression and/or anxiety; parents of neurodiverse children; young adults and adults navigating life transitions; those who are grieving – whether it is a loss of a loved one, lost sense of self, or a path never taken. I am not booking child and/or teen clients under the age of sixteen at this time.
The Unlock Your Inner Harmony Group combines Internal Family Systems (IFS) Therapy, a proven method for healing inner conflict and trauma, with the innovative healing potential of Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy. Led by licensed and experienced therapists and medical professionals, our unique 10-week group psychotherapy program uses a compassionate and holistic approach to help you understand and heal the different parts of yourself, learn new perspectives, and enhance your overall well-being in a safe, supportive environment. Our upcoming group begins on October 16, 2024. Contact us to reserve your spot or to learn more.
Hosted by Lauren Terlecki
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
As a Registered Psychologist, I am committed to helping others live a life they deeply value, in spite of what suffering inevitably arises. I offer a respectful, confidential space where you will be supported in honest, non-judgmental self-exploration. Together, we can work on approaching your difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences in new ways: with compassion, understanding, and the courage to be vulnerable. My goal is to help you build behavioural flexibility, so that you are increasingly able to act in ways that align with your values, rather than rigidly re-cycling old patterns of behaviour.
In navigating the difficult transition to parenthood, many new parents experience significantly decreased mood and increased anxiety in the two years after the birth of their child. This 9-week group is structured to help provide you tools to manage post-partum mood difficulties as well as providing a safe and supportive environment. You will learn information about common post-partum experiences and have a space to share with others who can validate your experience. The program is designed to treat depression and anxiety by providing concrete things that you can do differently to manage your mood. Registration is required.
I have specialized training and interest in working with individuals who struggle to manage emotions, whether that be that emotions feel particularly overwhelming and out of control, or whether you are more commonly feeling numb or disconnected. I work with teenagers and adults. You have been doing the best you can. Indeed, many of the ways that society tells us to manage difficult thoughts and feelings take a lot of work but actually lead us to be more and more stuck in our problems as time goes on.
This is a structured skills training program informed by a therapeutic approach called Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). It is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals.
Hosted by Ashley Hertner
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
My experience and interests include working with individuals, parents, and families who experience anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem concerns, stress management, relationship issues and life transitions. I have a growing passion in serving individuals who have experienced traumatic events or adverse experiences. I provide counselling to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I welcome your story, and I look forward to serving you with humility, integrity, and a culture of care.
Queer? Trans? Autistic? Fat? Come on in and join the party. We are an inclusive, anti-oppressive therapy practice focused on supporting couples, individuals, kids, and families with all sorts of quirks and struggles. If you've found us, it's probably because you (or your relationship or your family) are a little different. We love helping people who are dealing with trauma, including sexual violence, religious trauma, disability trauma, and hospital trauma, folks with relationship distress in their partnerships or families, and folks who have struggles related to neurodiversity. Give us a call to find the right fit!
Are you a little different? Queer or Trans? ADHDer? Autistic spouse? Survivor of Religious Trauma? Maybe you have a specific set of unique personalities in your family. Maybe you have a bunch of labels but what you really want to talk about is being lonely. Maybe you've never found someone who really acknowledged that thinking your way through your problems doesn't work. Your problems don't fit in a neat little category, and you don't have a nice little summary of who you are, where you came from, and what is ailing you. Guess what? That's exactly how therapy starts: with the best pieces of you all tangled up with fear and shame.
Using mindfulness and body movement, this group focuses on regulating the nervous system through yoga and psychoeducation on trauma to reduce trauma symptoms.
Hosted by Summit Counselling Services
Psychologist, BA, MC, CAATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
Whatever your are hoping to work on - we are here to help. Our team is just as unique as you are. Each therapist at Summit works in their own unique way, each specializing in different areas. Our aim is to provide the most effective individualized service for each client we see. We all have skills and resources to work through life's challenges, our goal is to help you find those within yourself. Together we will develop a plan to strategically address your areas of concern and create lasting positive change. Our role is to provide a safe, nonjudgemental space where you can explore ways to create positive life change.
For female- identifying clients previously in one of our Ketamine-assisted Psychotherapy programs, we offer a 2-hour intramuscular ketamine maintenance session designed to help you sustain the benefits of your previous ketamine therapy. Connect with other women in a supportive environment as you continue your journey of healing and personal growth. Sessions are starting September 23, 2024. Limited spaces are available; contact us to reserve your spot or learn more.
Hosted by Lauren Terlecki
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
As a Registered Psychologist, I am committed to helping others live a life they deeply value, in spite of what suffering inevitably arises. I offer a respectful, confidential space where you will be supported in honest, non-judgmental self-exploration. Together, we can work on approaching your difficult thoughts, feelings, and experiences in new ways: with compassion, understanding, and the courage to be vulnerable. My goal is to help you build behavioural flexibility, so that you are increasingly able to act in ways that align with your values, rather than rigidly re-cycling old patterns of behaviour.
This group addresses the courageous steps of reestablishing yourself after a fall. It is for anyone who has found him or herself face down and unsure of how they will feel their way through tough emotions and be able to get back up to try again. Regardless of the magnitude of their circumstance, the process includes reckoning with emotions, rumbling with our stories and revolutionizing the way we process future falls. Next group starts right away! For more information contact: Christine Sribney, M.Sc., R.Psych., Certified Daring Way(tm) Facilitator Phone: 780-699-2243 Email: DaringEdmonton@gmail.com
Hosted by Daring Edmonton - Christine Sribney
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
I am excited to bring the Daring Way(tm) and Rising Strong(tm) work to Edmonton. After providing individual and group therapy for over 15 years, I continue to look for new and effective ways to help clients.
A 26-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy program involving individual therapy, group therapy, and phone skills coaching. DBT is helpful for people who have trouble understanding and managing their emotions by developing skills and strategies that allow people to deal with life's inevitable challenges so they are better equipped to manage stressors effectively. The goal of DBT is to create a life that you experiences as being a life worth living! To learn more about this group, please visit our website
I have specialized training and interest in working with individuals who struggle to manage emotions, whether that be that emotions feel particularly overwhelming and out of control, or whether you are more commonly feeling numb or disconnected. I work with teenagers and adults. You have been doing the best you can. Indeed, many of the ways that society tells us to manage difficult thoughts and feelings take a lot of work but actually lead us to be more and more stuck in our problems as time goes on.
A 26-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy program involving individual therapy, group therapy, and phone skills coaching. DBT is helpful for people who have trouble understanding and managing their emotions by developing skills and strategies that allow people to deal with life's inevitable challenges so they are better equipped to manage stressors effectively. The goal of DBT is to create a life that you experiences as being a life worth living! To learn more about this group, please visit our website
Hosted by Ashley Hertner
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Edmonton, AB T5N
My experience and interests include working with individuals, parents, and families who experience anxiety, depression, emotional dysregulation, self-esteem concerns, stress management, relationship issues and life transitions. I have a growing passion in serving individuals who have experienced traumatic events or adverse experiences. I provide counselling to adolescents, adults, families, and couples. I welcome your story, and I look forward to serving you with humility, integrity, and a culture of care.
The Emotion Regulation Skills Group is an in person, closed group consisting of 8 participants who are 13-17 years of age. It runs for 9 weeks, each session 2 hours in length, and is co-facilitated by two psychologists from our team, who are trained in DBT. The group is designed to help you learn skills to cope with overwhelming emotions, reduce impulsivity, enhance interpersonal relationships, and ultimately achieve your own personal goals. The group is offered in spring, fall, and winter and will cost $1695 for the full 9 weeks.
I have worked with - but am not limited to working with – individuals suffering from depression and/or anxiety; parents of neurodiverse children; young adults and adults navigating life transitions; those who are grieving – whether it is a loss of a loved one, lost sense of self, or a path never taken. I am not booking child and/or teen clients under the age of sixteen at this time.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in T5N?
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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.