Support Groups in Central London, London
For qualified counselling and psychotherapy practitioners of any modality. The clinical supervision group is an opportunity for qualified counselling and psychotherapy practitioners of any modality to share approaches, exchange theoretical influences, and understand psychotherapy and counselling through the different cultural and socio-political lenses that our histories, circumstances and countries of residency give us. We usually begin by sharing what we are noticing arising for each of us in our practices and/or the social and cultural arenas we inhabit, and then move into specific client material and/or topics relating to practice.
Hosted by Melissa Dunlop
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC1R
My therapeutic approach is relationally based, grounded in psychoanalytic and humanistic traditions, and informed by developmental psychology, neuroscience, and psychosomatic thinking. This broad theoretical base enables me to use what feels fitting from different perspectives and work with each client according to their need. I consider psychotherapy to be an artful process; arts theories and practices underpin my understanding of how new thinking arises - that is, how change is generated through the creative-relational engagement of client and practitioner.
The group is based on psychodynamic psychotherapy principles and using free-association explores on how things are for you in the here and now. Within the guidance of the group facilitators, the group will also explore how past issues and experiences are relevant to the present. The aim is not to prevent pain and trouble in the future, as unfortunately that is part of being human. However, through an in-depth understanding of yourself and your past, you can continue to build up your resilience so you are more able to cope with problems and frustrations of life.
Hosted by Dr Roberta Babb
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC3N
I am aware that the decision to enter therapy can be an emotional one, and I offer an initial consultation where you can begin to explore your issues with me and see if you would like to work with me. I facilitate a safe, confidential, non-judgemental and thoughtful space where you can explore a range of problematic issues, your sense of self, values, relationships, and patterns of behaviour to name a few. My work is influenced by psychodynamic psychotherapy, cultural psychology and others.
This group enables individuals who find it hard to express their feelings, providing a way of working with others to identify, share and realise that they are not alone. Discovering who you are, is one of the therapeutic gains of working with this group. Group sessions will discuss themes that participants bring, with no fixed agenda. Participants will engage what is shared, with curiosity, courage, honesty and kindness. Anything raised will be confidential, remain within the group, and participants encouraged not to meet outside of sessions. Facilitated by Dr Reene Singh and Mehboob Dada, both experienced psychotherapists
Hosted by Mehboob Dada
Counsellor, MA, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London WC1E
I provide counselling in a safe, confidential and non-judgemental environment, enabling an exploration of personal issues. I have worked on issues related to relationships, depression, harm reduction, trauma and bereavement. Skilled in empowering individuals addressing self-esteem and acceptance. Working with cultural, religious or sexual minorities is central to my practice.
Thrive Integrated Psychology offers comprehensive mental health services to support your journey toward well-being. As an experienced, internationally registered psychotherapist, I specialise in trauma-informed care, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and personal growth. I utilise evidence-based practices, including solution-focused existentialism, mindfulness & psychodynamic approaches, tailored to your unique needs. At Thrive Integrated Psychology, I believe in fostering a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore and overcome challenges. Conveniently located with virtual therapy sessions, I am here to help you thrive. Explore the wide range of services, including individual therapy, and mental health workshops.
I can help you navigate stress & burnout by setting boundaries & embracing self-care. If you’re feeling the pressures of your day job, making endless to-do lists, struggling to remember what being stress-free feels like, my integrative approach can help you find clarity. Many people face the challenge of balancing work & personal life, feeling the weight of obligations without knowing how to establish healthy boundaries. If you feel trapped by perfectionism and procrastination, fearing that not being the best means you won’t be accepted, I can help you explore your identity, embrace your uniqueness, & embark on your true purpose.
Join our interactive DBT Skills Group for the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module from the 3rd October 2024. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, start at the beginning of any of our three modules. Led by DBT Therapists, our online group offers a dynamic & supportive environment. At £65 per 2-hour session, we offer small groups support for up to 12 people. Begin your transformative journey in emotional and interpersonal effectiveness. Get in touch for details and to book your assessment, or visit https://liminaltherapies.co.uk to learn more.
Hi, my name’s Ed, I’m a Therapist working online nationally. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from many different backgrounds, everyone’s story and reason for coming to therapy are different but all are equal. I offer both long and short term individual therapy, generally the length of therapy is something that we would discuss in our first session. In the case of longer term therapy we would frequently review as the therapy progresses to consider what work remains and when might it be appropriate to conclude therapy.
Online Group therapy is open to anyone that has been finding the COVID-19 pandemic a difficult experience. This is a chance for you to share how this experience has impacted you, find a supportive environment, where you can feel heard and understood. The aim of this group is to actively help each other with compassion to find creative ways forward as we chart these unpredictable times.
Hosted by Dorotea Pospihalj
Psychotherapist, MSc, UKCP Trainee
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC1V
In my practice I have been specialising in anxiety and dread. These symptoms can manifest in many ways and, we will experience them in our unique way. Perhaps you are dealing with relational difficulties, sense of inadequacy, or feeling not good enough. Working from home and managing your personal life alongside might be challenging and at times almost unbearable. Internal and external conflicts, personal crisis can also be an opportunity for growth and change if addressed in an empathic way by a non-judgemental other. I will help you transform your symptoms into a meaningful experience and help you alter the self-narrative.
The group therapy structure consists of 5 modules each lasting 4 weeks: Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance and Mindfulness and "Middle Path". For individual therapy, the therapist and client identify target behaviours that need to be increased or decreased. We follow a structured format. Telephone coaching is available between 9.00 am and 9.00 pm.
Hosted by citypsychologicalservices
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC3A
Have you been struggling with intensive emotions? Have you found it difficult to relate to people? Have you noticed that you have a strong fear of being rejected? Have you noticed that you move between extremes -- either liking someone or hating them the next moment? If the answer to any of these questions is "Yes" then mine is the correct Service for you. There is a long queue for NHS treatment for clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and I am able to offer the same treatment as NHS offers,
Are you often finding yourself feeling sad, worried, stressed or angry? Are you experiencing difficulties in relationships or perhaps struggling to adjust to change or finding yourself isolated? Do you have questions or face challenges relating to aspects of your identity? If so, this group could be for you. Group Therapy is a powerful medium for processing, connection, belonging, mutual respect and understanding. The benefits, insights and learning gained in the group can be transferred to support interactions and important relationships outside of the group.
Hosted by Dr Dean Flanagan
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London WC1B
I am a HCPC registered Psychologist who specialises in supporting teens and young adults 14 to 25 years old. I have helped young people with various difficulties including anxiety, depression, relationships, loss as well as life transitions and identity. I can draw upon a range of evidence based psychological approaches to meet needs and achieve personal goals. I offer individual as well as group psychotherapy.
I run a once weekly online psychotherapy group meeting on Monday . My online psychotherapy group offers a safe, confidential space where you can: Grow and repair; Explore your connection with yourself and others; Understand your interactions with others and learn from them; Work towards a more connected life. Cost is £130 per month per group member.
Hosted by Roddy McDowall
Psychotherapist, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London WC1H
Are you struggling with interpersonal issues or seeking a deeper understanding of yourself within a social context? If the answer is yes then perhaps its the time to commit to group therapy where you can explore yourself within the social relationships and dynamics of the group. By exploring yourself within a group, you can gain deep insights into your own psychological processes and develop healthier ways of relating to others.
Join art psychotherapist Sarah in the Cloister garden at The Order of St John to engage in art for wellbeing activities. Participants will be guided through activities that incorporate history, the garden, art-making and conversation. These sessions aim to: develop self-awareness; balance body and mind; and bring more joy, connection and fulfilment to daily experience. Any questions please email museum@sja.org.uk The sessions are inclusive and accessible. Doors open at 17:30 and the session will begin at 18:00. Tickets must be pre-booked on Eventbrite.
Hosted by Sarah Reid
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC1M
I am a fully qualified Art Psychotherapist registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) and the British Association of Art Therapist (BAAT). I specialise working with children, adolescents, families and mothers. Art psychotherapy is a form of therapy that uses art making as a way to express yourself, as well as speaking. I aim to create a space where you feel safe, respected and supporting trauma safely, emotional expression and psychological well-being. The therapeutic relationship is at the heart of my practice, based on trust to grow confident to explore feelings, experiences and relationships.
Mixed gender psychodynamic group meeting every Monday evening in Central London (Kings Cross) 615pm-7.45pm
Hosted by Emma Corker
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London WC1H
I am a qualified Group Analyst and Psychotherapist, working with groups, couples, and individuals. I have extensive experience working in the NHS, the voluntary sector and in further education, particularly in the areas of sexual health, drug and alcohol addiction, and mental health. A group analytic group meets weekly for 90 minutes in a confidential and a containing space. Over time, you will experience the benefits of exploring with other group members the issues that burden you and are causing you distress. We look at your past, as a means of exploring and understanding how it has shaped your present.
How should we meditate? Some choose a reliable technique (backed by science), others the technique they are most familiar with. But familiarity doesn't always lead to greater meaning. In a meaningful meditation session, insights trigger mental events you can relate to. When ideas follow a logical approach, better coping options can be considered, and experience is translated into mental skills. Join me every Sunday for a meaningful meditation session. Zoom link will be provided upon request. Hours may change based on availability - please check for updates.
Hosted by Dr Cristian A Nica
Psychologist, MSc, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London WC1A
My goal is to enable a strong mental foundation where mindful skills will help you keep your life in reach. Progress means change, rehearsing new ways of thinking or a range of strategies to iterate development safely. The result, a genuine approach for you to always find a better way forward. I am HCPC-registered in clinical, counselling, health and occupational psychology. Supervisor, providing services for individuals, couples and organisations beginning from eclectic CBT interventions (ACT, DBT, ST) - the most effective and intuitive psychological framework.
The group therapy structure consists of 5 modules each lasting 6 weeks: Interpersonal Effectiveness (you will learn how to become assertive and boundary orientated in relationships; how to start and maintain new relationships and how to end unhealthy relationships); Emotional Regulation (to learn more about your emotions and how to change or accept emotions in a more effective way) Distress Tolerance (to learn emergency skills to help you to reduce unhelpful behaviours) Mindfulness/"Middle Path" (to learn how to achieve "Life Worth Living" despite having strong and intensive emotions).
Hosted by citypsychologicalservices
Psychologist, PhD, CPsychol
Verified Verified
Group meets in Central London, London EC3A
Have you been struggling with intensive emotions? Have you found it difficult to relate to people? Have you noticed that you have a strong fear of being rejected? Have you noticed that you move between extremes -- either liking someone or hating them the next moment? If the answer to any of these questions is "Yes" then mine is the correct Service for you. There is a long queue for NHS treatment for clients with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), and I am able to offer the same treatment as NHS offers,
Join our interactive DBT Skills Group for the Interpersonal Effectiveness Module from the 3rd October 2024. We blend mindfulness with practical skills for emotional regulation, crisis management, and relationship improvement. With a rolling intake, start at the beginning of any of our three modules. Led by DBT Therapists, our online group offers a dynamic & supportive environment. At £65 per 2-hour session, we offer small groups support for up to 12 people. Begin your transformative journey in emotional and interpersonal effectiveness. Get in touch for details and to book your assessment, or visit https://liminaltherapies.co.uk to learn more.
Hi, my name’s Ed, I’m a Therapist working online nationally. I work with people experiencing a wide range of difficulties from many different backgrounds, everyone’s story and reason for coming to therapy are different but all are equal. I offer both long and short term individual therapy, generally the length of therapy is something that we would discuss in our first session. In the case of longer term therapy we would frequently review as the therapy progresses to consider what work remains and when might it be appropriate to conclude therapy.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Central London, London?
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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 between £45 to £60. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from £60 to £150. 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.