Support Groups in Aurora, ON
Parents and caregivers will learn alongside their children to communicate effectively, manage relationships, build emotional resilience, and skillfully use DBT techniques to navigate ongoing life challenges.
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Hosted by Jeffrey Robinson
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, PhD, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
My goal is to empower you to overcome obstacles, develop coping strategies, and achieve a greater sense of well-being. I am committed to providing you with the support and tools you need to navigate life's challenges and create positive change. I am passionate about understanding the complexities of the human mind and supporting those in need. My journey in the field of psychology began with Bachelor's, Masters', and Ph.D degrees in Psychology from the University of Toronto. This was followed by a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University where I honed my skills in evidence-based therapy techniques.
DBT Dialectical Behaviour Therapy- Multifamily groups for parents and adolescents ages 12-18 years. 14-week commitment. Evidence-based-treatment that provide skills to tolerate intense emotions, manage relationships effectively, and navigate ongoing life challenges. Book Now 12 families max. Starts September 17th- December 17th, 2024.
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Hosted by Adriana King Aurora Therapy Neurofeedback
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, CTIC, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
I am a passionate therapist dedicated working with clients who have experienced childhood-developmental trauma, relational trauma, intimate partner abuse, bullying, or PTSD. Clients that experience traumatic events tend to struggle with on-going anxiety and depression, relationship issues, become labelled as bipolar and experience borderline personality disorder. Do you struggle with eating disorders, addictions, self-harming behaviours & suicided ideation? Have you tried talk-therapy but achieved suboptimal results, and are looking for alternative treatment to avoid relying on medication alone? Let's explore clinical Neurofeedback!
I will facilitate a separate group 1. youth and 1. adult group. The focus is on brain health, emotional regulation, decrease anxiety and depression symptoms. The focus is to develop strategies that will promote emotional, physical and psychological wellness. The group is an opportunity for you to meditate, heal your heart, brain health, emotional regulation and celebrate your greatness by sitting still, noticing, accepting, reflecting and celebrating.
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Hosted by Mary Ventrella
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD, MA, CYCP, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
Doctoral degree in Counselling Studies and Certified Child and Youth Counsellor. Support working with children, marriages & families from all stages. I have been in practice for over 33 years. The focus includes: building safety, healthy attachment and attunement, healing from trauma by using NUROFEEDBACK, EMDR and BRAINSPOTTING, decreasing anxiety, depression and OCD, family and marital issues and building self-confidence, emotional regulation, living mindfully with purpose, spirituality, supporting goals and aspirations, living in relational harmony and investing in fulfilling relationships and life goals.
Facilitate wellness support group for Metastatic or Advance cancer patients at local Hospice. Goal is to assist clients with accepting their diagnosis, and to help them live a dual path - find meaning in their everyday life & to live it , while knowing they are terminally ill. Other goals: Facilitate expression of emotions * Improve spiritual well-being * Deal with fears around dying * Improve support from & communication with family & friends * Enhance individuals partnership with doctors * Provide tools & processes to deal with and reduce death anxiety, stress, and symptoms of depression. Run as an ongoing open group offered three times a month.
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Hosted by Mark Silverstein
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
When you read the following out loud do they resonate with you? Do you often sabotage your own best intentions for yourself. Have you, or someone you love(d), experienced a life altering medical event and need to make sense of it all. Do you have trouble saying "no" to everyone but yourself? Are you thinking about transitioning your life in another direction? Do unrealistic expectations of yourself and others cause you constant pain? Are you ready to accept that you can control how you feel, and how you respond to others.
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Hosted by Louisa Leung
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, RMFT, ADS, AAMFT A
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
Women 360 Care's Mission Statement : To inspire healthier living by connecting women to innovative solutions: To spread the power of empowerment one woman to another: To enable the highest quality of care with a sense of warmth, individual pride and the human spirit
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Hosted by Annette Newton Psychotherapy Services
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
Are you a woman navigating change in any way and finding yourself stuck or lost ? This can happen in school, family, pregnancy, motherhood, relationships, work and illness ? As a Registered Psychotherapist, I aim to collaborate with you in navigating the unique challenges and circumstances that come with struggling. Life is so much more than achieving its about relationships, purpose and connections. Pain and struggling cannot be compared, and your unique suffering matters. Reach out and trust that you will feel lighter, more stable and understand that you are worthy of compassion and able to cope under challenging circumstances.
Waitlist now Open! Online DBT Skills for Ontario residents. Led by Cynthia Kipp, M.Ed., RSSW and Justin Goddard, MA, RP. Do you or your loved one often feel overwhelmed by emotions? Is reactivity hurting your relationships, or theirs? Do you or they turn to unhealthy behaviours to manage feelings? If you or your loved one are willing, joining a DBT skills group can help. Find out more here: www.justingoddardrp.com
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Hosted by At Home Counselling
Registered Social Service Worker, MEd, RSSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
Counselling and Hypnosis. Telephone or online video call sessions. Individual and Groups. Quickly reduce anxiety, manage emotions, build joy, find peace. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Experiential therapy. Also offering therapy to therapists. Evenings and weekends only.
We talk about what makes us the men we are, expectations that get in the way, the kind of men we are becoming, relationships, and strategies to help us be the kind of friend, partner, and person we want to be. All kinds of diversity welcome. We meet on Wednesdays once a month. If you are interested, please contact Gord at canadagates@gmail.com or email info.rwgpsychotherapy@gmail.com
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Hosted by Gordon Gates
Registered Social Worker, MA, MSW, RSW, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
If you want to speak to someone who won't judge, really listens, and can help you find your best self, I would love to hear from you. The first priority is finding a therapist you feel safe with. We begin by exploring the issues and understanding the challenges, but the real work is learning to be gentle with ourselves as we acknowledge the need for a shift and begin to implement new practices. If you have had a traumatic experience, try to seek support within 3 months to prevent PTSD and other issues from developing. EMDR can help immensely to decrease distress. There are no distance issues online. Clients from anywhere welcome.
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A warm, supportive and healing group therapy program facilitated by a Registered Psychotherapist with specialization in eating disorders.We address concerns related to disordered eating and body image issues using a variety of therapeutic approaches like DBT, Narrative therapy, Trauma Informed, Non Dietary Approach, Yoga, Natropathy, Nutrition and more to meet participants at their pace while allowing for recovery. Online meetings once a week with additional resources throughout the program.
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Hosted by Ramona Saeedi
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Hill, ON L4C
Now Accepting New Clients - Throughout life there are many factors that influence and shape the unique person we become. As a therapist, I believe in the power of self-awareness and self acceptance and I seek to assist you in the process of self-exploration and self-growth. I work from a multicultural, nonjudgmental, compassionate, and anti-oppressive lens in order to understand your needs from the context of your environment, personal relationships and upbringing. I value the importance of trust and empathy in a therapeutic relationship as I strive to create a safe space to share and discuss concerns.
Are you questioning your sexuality, gender or going through a transition? This group supports a confidential and safe place to explore questions, raise thoughts and challenge beliefs. Who are you now and who do you see yourself becoming? Find inner wisdom and share experiences with others to bring clarity of thoughts and beliefs system that are limiting to your expression of your true self. Do you feel isolated, alone with your struggles? This group will use mindfulness, guided meditation to quiet the mind, and group discussion that gathers themes for group discussion. How has your experience past or present shaped your ability to express yourself?
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Hosted by Janice Canning
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP, CHyp
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vaughan, ON L6A
I can help you to understand your physical, emotional, and brain changes that come with exposure to workplace and personal trauma. I use a variety of therapeutic methods: cognitive behavioral, acceptance and commitment therapy,(CBT and ACT), Clinical Hypnotherapy, somatic awareness, and Mindfulness, where focused attention of present thoughts and feelings leads to behavioral changes. I support you through psychedelic therapy, ketamine and psilocybin which is known to help PTSD, persistent depression, anxiety and addictions. Are you looking for a therapist that understands front-line responders, military and veterans?
I am a certified MBCT facilitator who is passionate about mindfulness-based techniques that can assist you with both anxiety and depression. This 8-week course will begin a process of awareness and acceptance and teach you breathing techniques and in addition, it will provide you with the education required to learn how to meditate. This course changed my life years ago and that is why I decided to teach it myself.
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Hosted by Mindfulness Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Psyc, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vaughan, ON L4J
Mindfulness based psychotherapy is a powerful approach to healing that is based on the ancient wisdom of how to work with our own minds. Mindfulness is defined by paying attention, with intention, in the present moment, without judgment. Clients who practice mindfulness skills share that their lives are more positive, they have an enhanced sense of well-being and better relationships all around. In Mindfulness Psychotherapy, I work with clients to support their development of moment-by-moment awareness by teaching a variety of skills and techniques, which will aid in their development.
This is an online 8 week group that meets once a week for 2 hours. Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) is helpful as an evidence-based group therapy modality for learning to manage anxiety and prevent the relapse of depression. Participants are provided with tools, skills, and strategies to help prevent depressive relapse, as well as to help reduce acute depression, anxiety and stress. A commitment to attendance, participation, and home practice activities is required. This group includes both a separate silent retreat and the intake interview.
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Hosted by Christina Skoulos
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, TCHt, CFRC, RKin, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Markham, ON L3R
Are you feeling overwhelmed, lost, stuck, down, anxious, stressed, or seeking answers? Would you like to improve your health and well-being and create deeper healing, improved relationships, lasting change, and transformation in your life? Perhaps you find yourself lacking time, focus, energy, drive, connection, and have no idea how to start improving things. We all have times in life when we may feel this way. With everything going on in the world these days, it's not easy to not feel this way. But you can finally stop trying to do it all alone now. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support.
This is an online therapy group for people ages 18 years and older who suffer from OCD. The goal is to learn about OCD and its treatment, take steps toward recovery, and receive support and encouragement. The group includes psycho-education on ERP and ACT, discussions of OCD-related topics, personal goal (“homework”) planning, and some free social time, during which you may talk with other participants informally. The group will allow you to connect to other people who suffer from OCD and know what it's like to live with it.
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Hosted by OCD & Anxiety Clinic. Turning Point Psychology
Psychologist, MA, CPsych, (c)ACT, (c)CACB, IOCDF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thornhill, ON L4J
You may not show it, but you feel stuck. Your anxiety and fears prevent you from taking steps forward. Instead, you find yourself procrastinating and avoiding. You are consumed by doubt and overwhelmed by worry and unwanted, intrusive, uncontrollable thoughts. You try hard to avoid those thoughts, but they keep coming back. The more you fight them, the stickier they become. You try to tell yourself that the thoughts are meaningless, but somehow you feel you can never be sure. What if after all, something horrible will happen? What if the thoughts mean something important? Your friends and family keep telling you not to worry and explain that everything is just in your head. This reassurance helps for a bit, but very soon you are back to endless "What if? " questions. You tried therapy before. The therapist tried to convince you that what you fear is unlikely to happen and taught you relaxation, breathing, meditation, and thought records. But it didn't help and made you even more hopeless. You'd like to break free from your worries and fears and start living your life. If you are reading this profile, you may be finally considering making a significant change. We are here to help!
Having a hard time sharing your thoughts in meetings, or when faced with a challenging client? Is it difficult to connect on a personal level with colleagues at work? Are you comparing, over-preparing, or second-guessing yourself? Living in fear of making a mistake? You're a pro. You're supposed to be good at this stuff... right? The reality is, professional life is psychologically demanding. As develop a new understanding of the complexities of our work, we change how we relate to ourselves and others. This is a 6-week psycho-educational therapeutic group for 6 participants.
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Hosted by Andrea Meade
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MEd, BScPT, BScKin
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Hill, ON L4E
I believe everyone deserves a solid chance to make a change. Therapy with me is a protected space where you can learn to relax, focus, and tinker with new ways to approach old problems. Together, we'll expand the possibilities for how you handle yourself in challenging situations.
Embark on a transformative journey to well-being and self-discovery. This innovative approach blends talk therapy, yoga, movement therapy, mindfulness, and meditation. In our safe, supportive group, participants engage in insightful discussions, guided by skilled therapists to foster trust and understanding. Experience the body-mind connection with yoga and movement therapy led by expert instructors. Learn mindfulness and meditation techniques to manage stress, enhance emotional regulation, and promote holistic healing. Gain comprehensive well-being, community support, self-exploration, stress reduction, physical health, and emotional resilience. Join us for a happier, balanced life in a welcoming community.
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Hosted by Dory Noorafkan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MBA, RP(Q), YACEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Hill, ON L4E
Hello, I'm Dory, your potential guide to personal growth and well-being. If you're navigating the intricacies of biracial or bicultural relationships, especially during parenthood, I'm here to assist you. You may seek a trusted ally to help you explore your unique life story, address perinatal mental health concerns, and cultivate resilience. As a partner I will provide a space to be seen, heard, and validated in a nonjudgmental way, a safe haven where your well-being takes top priority. Your goal is to embark on a journey towards emotional balance and personal growth, and I'm here to guide you.
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Hosted by Counselling for Success
Registered Social Worker, SSW, OCT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Markham, ON L3R
Be a part of this 4-week group, that runs once a month on a Tuesday evening. In this group, you will discover the magical, playful, spiritual child within. You will discover your Little person's dreams, emotions, divine wisdom and learn how to nurture his/her spirit. In my therapy work, we usually only focus on the wounded child within, but Group work with the Magical child is very powerful, as all our "Littles" get to play. Pre-register at events page: www.globalvisionscoaching.com. If you cannot attend in person, this is also offered as an online program.
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Hosted by Nidhi Gupta
Counsellor, RP, CPC, BSc
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thornhill, ON L4J
I WORK WITH PEOPLE WHO WANT TO BE THE BEST THEY CAN BE. Life can often get in our way, and things can catch up with us and we suddenly realize this is not the life we want for ourselves. Painful, emotional feelings from our past can affect our self-esteem, all our relationships, esp intimate ones, and conflict occurs. Relationships are at our core, and understanding ourselves oft through the lens of difficult relationships help us learn how to be more compassionate, nurture self-love, be better communicators, and to create more trust and belief in oneself. I am often referred to as the "Happiness Locator" & Self Esteem Coach.
I offer 1. Parenting Groups for the Parents and Grandparents in English and Russian 2. Psycho- Social Support groups for immigrants. 3. Expressive Art/Psychotherapy and Mask-Making Groups.
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Hosted by Alla Yasnogorodska
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Hill, ON L4B
I truly believe that everyone has his/her path in life and ability to walk it. I think that Life is an amazing journey. My role is to assist with navigation. I can help finding the tools to move forward or accompany a person along the way. I believe in our incredible passion for life and creative potential for fulfillment. "I am not what happened to me, I am what I choose to become" these words belong to Carl G. Jung. I choose to be a social worker, a psychotherapist and a resilient person.
This 14-week in-person trauma-informed CBT group is open to individuals 21 and up who are struggling with generalized anxiety. This semi-structured group will require weekly reading of The Generalized Anxiety Disorder Workbook by Melisa Robichaud and Michel Dugas, now considered a Gold Standard CBT treatment for GAD, and self-reflective application. Start date TBD in 2023 once sufficient enrollment has been reached Please contact me to to register or for more details.
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Hosted by Anna Lukomsky
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Hill, ON L4C
Hello! I'm Anna Lukomsky (she/her), a registered social worker and trauma therapist with over 15 years of experience helping individuals navigate their mental health challenges. Throughout treatment I emphasize safety above all else; guiding people to learn to feel safe in their lives, in their bodies and in sessions with me. I create a supportive environment that fosters personal growth through warmth, humour, compassion, and gentle patience; letting clients set a pace that works best for them; from the very start showing them they have everything they need to heal already within them, waiting to be acknowledged and seen.
This group is a psychoeducational and skill building group for teens age 13-17 who are struggling with coping and regulating their emotions. In this group teens will learn about their emotions, build helpful coping strategies, and gain tools to encourage success of embracing and tolerating life's challenges. This group runs for 6 weeks, 1 hr. through Zoom. Please call for further information and sign up.
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Hosted by Melissa Tolman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vaughan, ON L4L
Its time to feel Empowered to Overcome Life's Challenges... If you are experiencing the hardships of life, exhaustive efforts to manage day to day stressors, difficulties in your relationships, or wanting to become more self-aware, now is your time to overcome these challenges, and create positive lasting change. My focus is to provide compassionate, effective psychotherapy that will empower individuals to lead healthier, more fulfilling lives. With a commitment to holistic approaches to mental health, I offer a range of clinical approaches and draw upon extensive experience to help you achieve lasting positive change.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Aurora?
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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.