Support Groups in Ijamsville, MD
The Anxiety and Behavioral Health Center specializes in treating anxiety and related disorders across the lifespan. ABHC's mission is to provide compassionate, collaborative, and scientifically sound care for individuals suffering from anxiety disorders. We work together to overcome anxiety and improve vitality through active change and move toward sustainable growth.
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Hosted by Anxiety and Behavioral Health Center, LLC
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ijamsville, MD 21754
The Anxiety and Behavioral Health Center's mission is to provide compassionate, collaborative, and scientifically sound care for individuals suffering from anxiety disorders. We work together to overcome anxiety and improve vitality through active change and move toward sustainable growth.
Silver Psychotherapy believes in providing evidence based practice to inspire lasting change. We provide services for adults, adolescents, children and families within Frederick and all of Maryland. It is conveniently located in Frederick off of Route 70 and the 270 interstates.
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Hosted by Caroline Anderson
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, CRNP-, PMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ijamsville, MD 21754
If you have ever felt like you tried everything and that therapy just isn't enough, I welcome you to our practice. You may already have a medication that has worked in the past, or maybe you just want to talk through some new options. If you are hesitant, I am committed to providing care to those who seek medications but also for those who may be skeptical and hesitant. I enjoy working with anyone struggling with relationship issues, work/life balance, and life transitions/stressors as well as those with mood/anxiety disorders and previous trauma.
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The pressure and confusion of transitioning from young adulthood into the world of independence and adulthood can be difficult to navigate. With our ever changing and evolving world, emerging adults can feel lost, hopeless, and aimless from time-to-time. Our What’s Next group was designed with adjustment-period specifically in mind. This is a six-week group focused on emerging adults who are in the midst of making changes in their lives (i.e. education, career, family, relationships) and would like extra support around what can feel overwhelming and emotional. Educational and therapeutic processing. Starts 8/7/2024.
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Hosted by Two Coins Behavioral Health Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
We aim to inspire and empower our clients to overcome challenges, build healthy relationships, and discover their true potential. Our vision is to empower young and emerging adults as they navigate the challenges of transitioning into adulthood, or managing the onset of a mental health or substance use disorder, fostering growth, resilience, and self-discovery through family, group and individual therapy.
The Frederick Center's Youth Group is a free peer community group for LGBTQ+ youth ages 14 to 18. Meetings are topic-driven, including education, support, friendship-building, skill-sharing, and more. This is a great place to make connections in a safe, affirming, and welcoming environment. Group meetings are co-facilitated by LGBTQ+-identified facilitators, including the Frederick Center’s Program Coordinator Glorie Cassutto and Justine Kilian, LMSW. Groups are held Wednesdays from 7:00 - 8:30 at The Frederick Center. On the last Wednesday of each month, the meetings are held virtually via Zoom. Contact youthgroup@thefrederickcenter.org.
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Hosted by Justine Kilian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
I am a compassionate, irreverent, strengths-based therapist. I enjoy helping teenagers, adults, and partnerships deepen their relationships with themselves. I think of therapy as a laboratory for discerning and developing life change. By considering therapy, I believe that you already possess the innate capacity and bravery to pursue this change so that you can live your life to the fullest. I draw upon psychodynamic, narrative, transfeminist, and other liberatory approaches in my work with clients. I have completed EMDR Basic Training with Deany Laliotis of the Center for Excellence in EMDR Therapy.
This 10 week virtual group is for individuals 18+ years who are, or have been in relationships with someone with a personality disorder. This group is designed to help you increase knowledge and understanding, find support, recognize your own needs, implement healthy practices for yourself, and design a path for moving forward. Spaces are limited so call today for information or to register.
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Hosted by Sheri Tydings
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21702
Welcome! I provide a safe, compassionate, open space for you to explore, learn, heal, and grow. We all need help at times to navigate hard experiences, shed negative self-beliefs, and tap into our wisdom and confidence. I truly believe, when willing to explore, we can all discover our truest self, love that self, and live with authenticity. If that sounds impossible, trust me - it is possible! I will work with you from a person-centered approach, meaning you will be in the driver’s seat. I offer options but you decide what is right for you. We will go at your pace as we focus on your priorities.
Small group therapy for healthcare workers, school educators, and other professionals in high stress, high burnout industries. This group uses mindful awareness of the body to support processing of uncomfortable body sensations, tensions, and fatigue to help group members return to a state of calm, safety, and neutrality. Somatic Experiencing and EMDR-informed tools and techniques are used to "unstuck" nervous system dysfunction. Group registration includes a free screening for group fit, an intake appointment, 2 individual sessions, and 8 weeks of group counseling sessions with peers.
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Hosted by Krista Bajgier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21702
Bessel van der Kolk once wrote that “trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on the mind, brain, and body. This imprint has ongoing consequences for how the human organism manages to survive in the present.” I have come to have enormous respect for the wide range of defense mechanisms each of us creates to help us survive trauma and problematic fits with our environment. I enjoy helping others to understand and cultivate compassion towards these parts of ourselves and to build new, more adaptive ways of coping and ultimately thriving.
Certified domestic violence batterers' intervention group and an anger management program for individuals seeking assistance in learning more appropriate communication and relationship skills. Insurance accepted and sliding scale fee available.
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Hosted by Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
In crisis? I specialize in same-day phone/on-site/on-line sessions/ interventions; teens, chronic relapse, Internet/cyber addictions, co-occurring issues, trauma & failure to launch young adult & family conflicts. I am certified for evaluations, treatment, pre-employment/random drug testing. I offer indiv., group sessions, EAP, custody evaluations, case management, anger/stress management, certified domestic violence batterer's intervention counseling, alcohol/drug treatment, including SMART non-12-Step & cognitive therapies. Inpatient evals & referrals & post-discharge continuing care & family therapy targeting "failure to launch" young adult issues. Most insurance accepted.
DBT can help you… Calm intense emotions Decrease risky/self-harm behaviors Advocate for yourself Strengthen and maintain important relationships Think before you react What to Expect The DBT Group is 90 minutes and includes skills training on 4 different modules: Mindfulness Emotion Regulation Distress Tolerance Interpersonal Skills Weekly homework assignments allow additional opportunities to integrate new skills into daily life. The best part is, you can’t do DBT wrong!
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Hosted by Stephanie Snyder
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
As a trauma-informed therapist, my mission is to meet you where you are and walk alongside you until you get to where you want to be. I enjoy utilizing a holistic approach to healing and respect both eastern and western philosophies towards balancing the mind, body, and spirit. I love working with clients who feel like no one "gets them" and who are willing to do the work to make change. I believe the key to building trust is to listen with an open mind and an open heart without judgment. It takes courage to reach out for support. I hope to help you feel empowered and supported to accomplish your goals for therapy.
Often we attempt to mask our vulnerable and authentic self from being seen. This process of hiding goes against what we actually NEED as humans. We need CONNECTION, BELONGING & LOVE. When we can love our whole story a little deeper, our compassion grows. During this 2 hour experiential workshop you will: Learn the basics of self-compassion, Assess your unique relationship with your mind, body, heart and spirit, Utilize the skill of self-compassion and therapeutic journal inquires to increase self-awareness and self-acceptance,
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Hosted by Jody Barnes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21703
By arriving to this page you are taking a courageous step toward healing. I want you to know that life can and will get easier. You probably need a bit of support with managing life as a mom. We all do! I specialize in supporting your mental health and wellness throughout preconception, fertility challenges, loss, pregnancy, birth, postpartum and parenting. You do not need to suffer alone with grief, anxiety or depression.
Group therapy helping clients who are struggling with addiction.
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Hosted by Jen Sherwin
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
I have over twenty years of experience specializing in the mental health treatment of adults and adolescents. My areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, mood disorders, substance abuse, life transitions, infertility, pregnancy loss, postpartum depression, divorce and self-esteem issues. I have worked in numerous settings including outpatient clinics, hospitals, schools and rehab programs.
DBT can help you… Calm intense emotions Decrease risky/self-harm behaviors Advocate for yourself Strengthen and maintain important relationships Think before you react What to Expect The DBT Group is 90 minutes and includes skills training on 4 different modules: Mindfulness Emotion Regulation Distress Tolerance Interpersonal Skills Weekly homework assignments allow additional opportunities to integrate new skills into daily life. The best part is, you can’t do DBT wrong!
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Hosted by Jesse Gold
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
We all have that voice in our heads saying we are not good enough, not attractive enough, not capable, or somehow inferior. A lifetime of living in a normative culture that dismisses or marginalizes our identities and individuality has led a lot of us to feel uncertain, frightened, anxious, depressed, or struggling with other mental health issues.I am a gender affirming queer positive therapist with a lifelong commitment to social justice that includes advocating for access to mental health care for all.
In this 6-session group series, teens have the opportunity to express and process emotion in a safe and controlled environment, develop a new picture of self after loss, and learn how to use rituals and other activities to maintain continued connections with loved ones who have died.
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Hosted by Alison J. Bomba, Psy.D., LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
A licensed psychologist, I provide grief therapy as well as exposure-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to treat anxiety and obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). Ages served: 3-25. Services are provided both in-office and via telehealth.
(Request to be put on waitlist)
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Hosted by David J Cruzan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, SRT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
Things have a way of not working out the way they we thought they would. The stories of our lives begin in the families we are given with all of their foibles and experiences. Pages that become chapters of pain, trauma or loss can engulf the one that feels trapped in the narrative. After a plot twist of epic proportions, I left a 16-year career in the intelligence community and began a new chapter. I’ve had to confront the sources, rewrite the narrative, consult the author and find myself in the pages. The refinement process can be a horrific one but in the truth, freedom is found. Together, we can find healing.
This therapeutic Social Emotional Support Group for Middle Schoolers focuses on increasing self-awareness, social awareness, responsible decision making, self-management and relationship skills. Clients with brief attention spans, poor impulse control, low frustration tolerance, poor anger management, limited self-expression, poor peer relating skills and challenges taking responsibility for their actions can benefit from this group. Goals such as improving mood, decreasing anxiety and practicing effective coping skills are also addressed. Movement activities, board games, drawing, expressive therapy and role playing are incorporated into the sessions.. CBT, Mindfulness, Progressive Relaxation Exercises and DBT techniques are utilized.
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Hosted by Veronica Bannon - Creative Therapeutic Connections
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, MA, BC-DMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21704
With over 30 years of clinical experience, I utilize CBT, imagery/relaxation, mindfulness/meditation, role play, play therapy and expressive therapies to address the challenges that children, adolescents and adults face. Therapeutic goals of clients may include increasing self-esteem, improving self-expression, decreasing anxiety, improving self/other awareness, increasing attention span, improving self-control, increasing frustration tolerance, improving anger management, decreasing teasing/bullying, and improving interpersonal relating skills. Clients develop coping mechanisms for high stress, low mood and/or poor communication.
Recovery from compulsive sexuality to include digital sexuality, pornography, affairs, and chat room romances. Relapse prevention and restoration of romantic relationships by working through betrayal trauma with partner (available separately). Integrating the traumatic history driving the addiction is key.
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Hosted by Larry Stouter
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
I am a practical consultant for getting movement towards the life you want. I have enjoyed being a practicing psychotherapist for over 25 years having worked with thousands of clients. This experience enables me to quickly clarify issues and help you develop a plan to have the life you want. Being gentle and simultaneously direct is my forte so I will use your time effectively. I use Acceptance and Commitment Therapy as a primary intervention with other approaches woven in as needed. I do not take myself too seriously and laughter is an essential therapeutic ingredient.
Group counseling is available on an outpatient basis after completing a clinical evaluation first to determine the appropriate level of care. Self-pay, sliding scale fees and insurance are all accepted.
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Hosted by Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
The Intervention Center offers discreet on-site employee, family, and impaired professional interventions that work! Licensed interventionist with over 20 years' expertise in coaching, guiding, and delivering powerful intervention experiences that save lives and restore trust, health and productivity to companies, professionals and families. From helping pre-cert and authorize insurance plans for treatment admission, researching best options for care, arranging and providing travel and companion care during transit, and educating the intervention team, we dedicate our work in every step toward intervening on addictive behavior that has impacted your workplace and family relationships.
With over 25 years of experience, Inner-Evolution Counseling, Coaching and Yoga draws from a blend of eastern wisdom and western science to compassionately guide individuals, families, and groups toward their highest potential. Our mission is to help our clients activate the inner resources and guidance needed to remove obstacles and create pathways to more joyful living using a holistic approach that honors the connection between mind and body.
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Hosted by Aleyna Fitz
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
I help children and families create a shared language for expressing needs, exploring feelings, learning how to problem solve and building strong relationships. My work as a school counselor informs my holistic approach to working with children and teens to support mental health and emotional wellbeing. Whether your family has recently experienced a crisis or you are increasingly concerned about your child's behavior or social interactions, therapy can help.
Group counseling is available on an outpatient basis after completing a clinical evaluation first to determine the appropriate level of care. Self-pay, sliding scale fees and insurance are all accepted.
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Hosted by Allied Counseling Group
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCADC, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Market, MD 21774
The Intervention Center offers discreet on-site employee, family, and impaired professional interventions that work! Licensed interventionist with over 20 years' expertise in coaching, guiding, and delivering powerful intervention experiences that save lives and restore trust, health and productivity to companies, professionals and families. From helping pre-cert and authorize insurance plans for treatment admission, researching best options for care, arranging and providing travel and companion care during transit, and educating the intervention team, we dedicate our work in every step toward intervening on addictive behavior that has impacted your workplace and family relationships.
A free, biweekly support group for parents & families of transgender and nonbinary people sponsored by the Frederick Center and facilitated by Calvin Ryan, LMSW (he/him). We provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to give and receive support, share resources, and connect with other families navigating the joys and challenges of loving trans and gender-diverse young people. Newcomers are welcome. We're here for you no matter where you are in your journey. We meet on the first Saturday of the month in person at the Frederick Center, and on the third Saturday we meet via Zoom. Contact TransFamily@thefrederickcenter.org for more information.
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Hosted by Calvin Ryan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
I am a strengths-based, transmasculine therapist who aims to provide a safe, welcoming, and affirming space for people to be their true selves. My approach to therapy is humanistic and centers the stories and lived experiences of my clients. I also often utilize the tenants of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) as a framework to support clients’ self-awareness and personal growth, and Motivational Interviewing (MI) to support clients with social anxiety, anxiety, depression, and navigating alcohol and substance use.
(Request to be put on waitlist)
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Hosted by David J Cruzan
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, SRT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frederick, MD 21701
Things have a way of not working out the way they we thought they would. The stories of our lives begin in the families we are given with all of their foibles and experiences. Pages that become chapters of pain, trauma or loss can engulf the one that feels trapped in the narrative. After a plot twist of epic proportions, I left a 16-year career in the intelligence community and began a new chapter. I’ve had to confront the sources, rewrite the narrative, consult the author and find myself in the pages. The refinement process can be a horrific one but in the truth, freedom is found. Together, we can find healing.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Ijamsville?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip 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 zip 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 counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
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.