Learning about your nervous system through the Polyvagal Theory provides an understanding of how anxiety, trauma responses, and reactiveness can make life uncomfortable, uncontrolled and exhausting. More commonly known as your fight/flight response, learning to manage this system so that you spend more of your day within your window of tolerance, brings relief and hope to many. This 6 week program begins to stabilise the foundation of your emotional experiences and provides a tool kit of strategies to use daily and in preparation for psychotherapies such as DBT, CBT, EMDR and others. Available in person and online.
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Facing trauma, anxiety, or feeling lost? You seek understanding, relief, and a path to healing. Your goal is to find peace, regain control, and build fulfilling connections. You're not alone. With a blend of compassion, professional experience and evidence-based therapies, I'm here to guide your journey to healing, growth, resilience and an improved quality of life. If you're ready for change and to live your fullest life, let's book your first session. Together, we'll navigate your path to recovery and happiness. You can start your transformation today.
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Hosted by Inter Wisdom Counselling and Somatic Therapy
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Perth, WA 6151
Interwisdom Somatic Therapy/Counselling and Wellness Services are tailored to your unique situation. I have extensive experience working with individuals, families and groups in various community, clinical and wellness programs, throughout WA. I am passionate about people learning about their strengths to manage the challenges, so they can effectively adapt and live with settlement, authenticity and purpose. My approach is to work with the client in practical and logical ways to find meaning and implement change, in a way they can participate to integrate and regulate with more ease.
Understand anxiety and learn strategies to keep your feet on the ground! Whether it is anxiety that comes from worry, social interactions, phobias or everyday demands of life managing anxiety is one of the most useful skills we can learn. Your facilitator is a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years’ experience treating anxiety. This online group will cover: defining anxiety, physiological effects of anxiety, role of thinking and behaviour in anxiety, strategies to manage short and longer term. Find our latest program on www.mindfulspace.com.au or www.facebook.com/Amindfulspace
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Hosted by Mindful Space Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Nowergup, WA 6032
Hi! I am passionate about psychology and how it can help people from all walks of life to reach their goals for themselves and those closest to them. Let's face it, life can be challenging and I am here to face it together. My ideal client wants to understand themselves better, and is willing to try out new ways of approaching issues in their lives. I can work with teenagers and adults confidently. I enjoy meeting each person and getting to know their unique personality, and tailor treatment plans to suit each person.
The Matrix Program® is an intensive outpatient treatment program for addiction. Itl is recognised as effective with treatment for stimulant addiction, in particular Methamphetamine, Cocaine and prescription stimulant medications. It has also been successful in the treatment of alcohol and other addictions. The Matrix Program includes: individual, group, and family / partner support. The intensive outpatient treatment phase is for 20 weeks and a further 28-weeks of regular contact follows. The 48 week program consists of: • Individual / Family Sessions • Early Recovery Skills Groups • Relapse Prevention Groups • Family Education Groups • Social Support Groups.
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Hosted by Ashcliffe Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Perth, WA 6005
ASHCLIFFE PSYCHOLOGY is a private clinical psychology practice offering a broad range of psychological services. The Ashcliffe Psychology practice is comprised of a team of Psychologist’s offering a variety of areas of expertise. The Directors, Kerryn Ashford-Hatherly and Michael Tunnecliffe have between them more than 50 years of clinical experience and both have worked in senior management roles within government, non-government agencies and the private sector.
An evidence-based 4 or 6 session program to reduce the impact of hot flushes and night sweats that occur as part of natural menopause or breast cancer treatment.
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Hosted by Mary Scott
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Perth, WA 6005
Therapy can be beneficial when something has challenged our usual ways of coping or because of an awareness that something in our lives doesn't feel right. Triggers might include anxiety, anger or low mood, illness such as cancer or a heart condition, increased stress, relationship problems, bereavement, or a life transition. You might be looking for emotional support as well as a "road map" and some "navigational skills" to help find the best path for you.
DBT online skills training group, subject to client interest and suitability. For clients seeking quality of life improvements through use of mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance skills. If this interests you please contact me.
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Hosted by Konrad Srokowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Palmyra, WA 6157
Konrad has a compassionate and non-judgmental approach and works in a collaborative way to build trust and safety. Konrad is an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker and has worked with people with diverse mental health needs in public, private and NGO services over the last six years. Konrad works with third wave CBT and Gestalt Therapy approaches to help clients find the skills to manage more effectively with difficult thoughts and emotions; improve relationships; face challenges and solve other problems in life.
This 8 week course developed by the The Equine Psychotherapy Institute, covers areas such as : Regulation, Awareness, Boundaries, Feelings, Healthy Relationships, Thinking, Facing Challenges.
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Hosted by Horse Connection
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Yoongarillup, WA 6280
Lea is a dedicated counsellor and psychotherapist who offers a safe, non-judgmental space for your healing and growth. Her diverse therapeutic approach combines Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT), Transactional Analysis, Gestalt Therapy, Schema Therapy, and the transformative power of Equine Assisted Psychotherapy. Currently advancing her expertise with a Master of Counselling, Lea is committed to providing holistic, personalised support tailored to your unique needs.
I facilitate the Circle of Security course to individuals and couples either face to face or online. These tailored sessions rather than groups can be beneficial to focus on your unique strengths and challenges in attachment. Evening and weekend sessions are available. I look forward to supporting you on your parenting journey.
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I have been working in this space for over 15 years, predominately with adults who struggle with knowing what type of relationship they want with self and/or others. Part of your journey is understanding what outcomes are most suited to you and your unique circumstance, be it change, growth and development, or to dissolve a relationship or to assist in making a key decision moving forward. The techniques used will assist in finding what is needed to feel more secure within self, or in a relationship and works to differentiate those individual needs, creating a more secure attachment. If this resonates with you, book in a time.
A closed group limited to 8 participants where you can join with others who are on the recovery journey. In each of the 12 sessions, we follow Patrick Carnes text "Facing the Shadow" learning strategies to address unwanted sexual behaviours, deal with shame & isolation, and learn how engagement in healthy sexuality can enhance and REPAIR your relationship.
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Hosted by Brad Middleton
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Helena, WA 6082
While it's natural to engage in pleasurable activities & behaviours, when that engagement becomes compulsive, overwhelming, and out-of-control, the negative consequences can become destructive & unmanageable, especially when addicted to Sex & Porn. We sometimes adopt these behaviours as a means of gaining momentary relief from any pain, anxiety, or trauma that exists in our lives, but regularly feel intense shame and despair after acting out sexually. Then, shame & isolation serve to maintain the addictive cycle, as the problem becomes more complex & often impacts our intimate partner. Don't despair: Help and recovery is available!
Mindfulness Group. This is a closed group and numbers are limited. Each session is 2 hours a week. Over the duration of the group, you will learn; Goals of Mindfulness Practice Wise Mind - States of Mind "What" Skills Observing, Describing, participating "How" Skills (how you practice when practising mindfulness) - Non-judgmentally, One Mindfully, Effectively Mindfulness of current thoughts and emotion Mindful meditation and much more. If you want to do our DBT Life program, you need to complete Core Mindfulness first. The total price is $930. Contact us to find out about payment options today.
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Hosted by Clear Mind Directive CMD Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waikiki, WA 6169
I have been a mental health practitioner/clinician for over 15 years. Qualifications in Counselling, Health Science, Mental Health, Behavioural Science and Education; Certified Professional ASD Clinical Specialist. I use various therapeutic methods with clients trauma, BPD, Autism, ADHD, and other MH. I specialise in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy DBT. I am a credited member of the Australian Counselling Association, WA Association of Mental Health, Australian & New Zealand Mental Health Association and National Association of ATSI Health Practitioners. To Book an appointment visit www.cmdcounsellingservices.com.au/services-and-fees
I offer peer group supervision to both professionals and students on Saturday mornings at 9 am Perth WA time. The group runs for 1 - 1.5 hours depending on the size of the group. The focus of the group is for each member to bring their own topic or client case for group discussion and reflection. Professionals and students receive a highly discounted fee if they are impacted by COVID through loss of earnings or employment, this is offered in good faith that participants be honest about their circumstances. Fees can be agreed upon registering your interest.
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Hosted by Counselling and Wellbeing
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clarkson, WA 6030
With more than 22 years in the helping professions in the UK and Australia, in various health, education; mental health areas across the lifespan, I'm able to support people with a wide range of presenting issues to support people navigating life's challenges. It can feel like no one gets it sometimes, even those closest to you. Wanting someone to listen to you who really gets it, I truly do and I know how to support you. I provide an opportunity to explore what you're experiencing with compassion focused on guiding you towards health and wellbeing.
Dreamwork groups meet every month throughout the year to work with and discuss our personal dreams using numerous psychotherapeutic and jungian models.
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Hosted by Janeen Cameron
Psychotherapist, AThR
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Perth, WA 6151
Become aware of, your bodies response to traumas and other life events. Explore & develop your awareness & to find solutions that are right for you. Using a trauma informed holistic approach to self-care. Using Neuroscience research, evidence based art therapy and creative psychotherapy you will tap into sensorimotor stress held within the body. Issues such as trauma, PTSD, reproductive mental health, adoption and identity, reducing chaos, managing control, stress, self-care, transitions, decision making and relationships which are impacted by wellbeing. Registered NDIS provider, EMDR, art therapy, dreamwork.
Open to discussing anything that worrying the group from having the live with cancer or had lived through cancer or the family members. It is confidential where members of the group can feel safe and heard. It can also generate support for the members as they know that they are not going through the journey alone.
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Hosted by In-Vision Counselling Services
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Canning Vale, WA 6155
Dawn is a member of ACA. Dawn believes in the holistic healing process for her clients. She is passionate in assisting her clients to achieve their goals by assisting and guiding them in realising their full potential. Dawn focuses in helping her clients and believes it is important to walk the journey with her clients until they are ready to take their own steps. She works with clients with anger issues, anxiety, stress or any other issues that might be detrimental to their mental health being. She believes that to help her clients, she needs to incorporate every aspect of the clients life to fully understand and help them.
A Perth-based boutique solo practice at Canning Vale.
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Hosted by Poh Gan
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Ed. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Canning Vale, WA 6155
Blossom Care Psychology understands that every individual and family has different unique challenges; yet we are all the same in the face of common human suffering such as sadness, worry, anger, developmental challenges, illnesses, death and dying, grief, and loss. In the face of all these challenges in life, Blossom Care Psychology hopes to work alongside with you with compassion and loving kindness to find ways that work for you so that you can continue to thrive and flourish.
Our group programs are currently impacted by COVID-19 and regular scheduling has been disrupted. Please contact us directly to find out what programs are currently running and any upcoming.
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Hosted by Michael Chidgzey
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Osborne Park, WA 6017
I believe it is important to work with clients - not dictate to them. My preferred treatment method is to focus on the areas that you want to work on. I believe a partnership not a prescription is important. Sticking to values means more than putting them on a website - it means actually living them. I am genuine, open and also have a sense of humour (though it is twisted/cynical/dark). I work best when clients feel comfortable, if that means we swear a lot in session - I am happy to make that sacrifice! I work clients across many areas from complex trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression and workplace issues.
I host online and in person small group women's meditation classes. Suitable for both beginners and those wishing to use meditation to deepen their understanding of themselves in a therapeutic way.
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Hosted by Gabriella de Mori
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in South Fremantle, WA 6162
You're a high-functioning woman with big dreams, dee emotions, a brilliant, busy mind that never stops and a sensitive soul. You find the world overwhelming at times and don't know how others seem to do it with ease. You're curious about your inner world, self-reflection and nurturing your inner child. I'd love to help you get back your emotional well-being while valuing your sensitivity. I work in a unique guided, somatic way that will guide you in-wards to a compassionate journey to meet all parts of you. We'd work well together if you think CBT/ talk therapy only scratched the surface and you're ready to go deeper.
Lifeline WA runs the DBTeen program in metropolitan Perth. It is a free 12-week Dialectical Behaviour Therapy group for adolescents and their parents who have emotional dysregulation, suicidality and other behavioural difficulties. Contact Lifeline WA for more information. Jennie is one of the facilitators.
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I work with highly sensitive people who struggle with intense emotions and their aftermath. Sometimes they may feel like they are feeling everything, all at once, at other times nothing at all. They may have experienced a big trauma, or lots of little ones. My clients come to learn how to navigate the emotional highs and lows, be a better friend and partner (and find better friends and partners) and overcome their difficulties to build a life that is meaningful and rich to them. I work with adolescents and their families and adults of all ages. I also work with carers (family and friends) of people with mental health challenges.
If you are a mental health practitioner looking for group supervision for 2023 please register your interest to info@connectionswa.com.au
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Hosted by Connections WA Andrea Groom
Counsellor, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Port Kennedy, WA 6172
Andrea is an experienced Psychologist, Psychotherapist, and Clinical Supervisor. Andrea is grounded in Rogerian psychotherapy, which lays out a strong foundation for creating a safe and supportive environment. Andrea is a seasoned child, adolescent and family therapist. Andrea also offers professional supervision to other mental health professionals. Andrea has an interest in Autism, ADHD and trauma She is also an EMDR practioner. Working in the frameworks of interpersonal neurobiology, somatic therapy, ACT, cognitive behavioural therapy, and mindfulness practices. Andrea is able to offer a supportive space for you.
Couples come to me for various issues regarding co-parenting, affairs/cheating, addressing imbalances in relationships, arguments and fighting, porn addiction or porn issues, sex therapy, anger, depression, anxiety, stress, sleep, grief and loss.
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Hosted by Charley Strickland
Psychologist, Australian Association of Psychologists - Member
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maylands, WA 6051
I am a registered psychologist with 15 years of experience primarily in couple counselling, sex therapy, and PTSD. I am an EMDR therapist. I find that my training in these areas work well together as they often come up in relationship therapy. Some of the areas in relationship work is parenting, helping couples to reconnect after an affair, addressing imbalances in relationships, reduce arguments and fighting by helping with more effective ways to address difficult issues, porn addiction or porn issues, libido differences, anger, depression, anxiety, stress, sleep, grief and loss. Hope to see you soon.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Western Australia?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, postcode, 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 postcode 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 between $80 to $110. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $250. 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.