Support Groups in Watkinsville, GA
This is an optional follow up for DBT clients who have "graduated" from DBT skills group. In this group, we are able to "go deeper" with the skills and look closer at how to apply them in life, provide support, and build the life you want.
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Hosted by Valerie Dunn McBee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Watkinsville, GA 30677
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS—fill out form on DBT website for waitlist. ******Counseling is a highly personal and individual process, and it can be a challenge to find a counselor that you connect with. My style of therapy is very relational, and I will strive to help you grow comfortable with the process while still challenging you to think beyond your current framework or circumstances. I have an eclectic approach: while I focus on being relational, understanding and compassionate, I also approach change practically. Ultimately, you are the expert on your own life; I'm here to try to help you to make your life what you want it to be.
Trauma-Sensitive Yoga works alongside individual therapy to help process trauma. It isn't focused on yoga-as-exercise. It's more like mindfulness with a body/emotion focus. The goal of TSY is to reconnect with and feel safe and empowered in your own body. This is not trauma talk-therapy but rather focuses on increasing awareness of our bodies and emotions and increasing our ability to regulate what we experience through yoga techniques like mindful breathing and strengthening our cores and spines. Evidence suggests applications for somatic/nervous system healing after a history of trauma. (Based on David Emerson's TSY model.)
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Hosted by Valerie Dunn McBee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Watkinsville, GA 30677
NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS—fill out form on DBT website for waitlist. ******Counseling is a highly personal and individual process, and it can be a challenge to find a counselor that you connect with. My style of therapy is very relational, and I will strive to help you grow comfortable with the process while still challenging you to think beyond your current framework or circumstances. I have an eclectic approach: while I focus on being relational, understanding and compassionate, I also approach change practically. Ultimately, you are the expert on your own life; I'm here to try to help you to make your life what you want it to be.
In the group you will learn how to meditate, starting with shamatha ("Peaceful Abiding") meditation practice. The purpose of shamatha meditation is to stabilize the mind by cultivating a steady awareness of the object of meditation. The group will consist of basic instruction, meditation practice, sharing about experience, and a discussion of supplemental readings provided each week. This group is not a therapy group and does not require an intake appointment. A consultation form is required and will be provided at registration. Call to register and provide an email address to receive the readings for that week.
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Hosted by Shelley Lynn Burke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Watkinsville, GA 30677
Are you looking for support during a difficult time in your life? Are you trying to make changes, yet find that you are having difficulty maintaining motivation? I can assist you. Whether you want a deeper understanding of yourself and others, recovery support with addiction issues, or just to learn new skills to manage or change symptoms or behavior, I can help. Sometimes we just need time set aside to contemplate our lives and our direction to get back on track. I look forward to meeting you and lending my assistance.
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Are you experiencing menopause or adjusting to an empty nest? Join our supportive group therapy sessions designed to help women in their 50s navigate these significant life transitions.
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Hosted by Debi Huckaby
Associate Professional Counselor, MA, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
Are you feeling stuck in your career, relationships, or life in general? Do you long for a life filled with purpose and hope? Our past experiences, addictions, self-deceptions, and everyday challenges can leave us feeling hopeless and disconnected from ourselves and our loved ones. Do you dream of a life worth living? Do you have goals and values you want to achieve? Do you aspire to live authentically, aligned with your core values? You know where you want to go but need guidance—a roadmap and the right tools. You need a partner to walk alongside you, cheer you on, hold you accountable, and explore ways you can help yourself.
We are offering a therapy group teaching mindfulness techniques to youth, ages 14-18. Group will meet every Tuesday & Thursday at 4:30pm - 6:00pm, August 20 - September 12, 2024. One of the final sessions will meet at a park up to 45 minutes away (TBA). Each group will begin with breathwork, meditation, or guided imagery. We will then consider how we can incorporate mindfulness into the craft we are doing. Crafts will include button bouquets, string art, potato stamp painting, coloring mandalas, string bowls, tissue paper suncatchers, modeling clay art, and friendship bracelets! $25 / session.
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Hosted by Samantha Nicole Barnhart
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
My hope is to work with people questioning, discovering, or embracing their neurodivergence. I'm most interested in working with teens, young adults, and adults. My hope is to bring more understanding and appreciation for the things about you that are divergent from what is “normal". I provide a safe space to explore what’s on your mind, who you want to be, and how you might get there. In our work together, your story, strengths, and goals will guide us on the right path toward your healing, growth, and self-understanding.
Providing supervision for licensure. Fun environment. 20+years experience in myriad of settings and populations.
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Hosted by Cyndy Page Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
I have over 20 years experience as a therapist in diverse settings/ different populations. I provide individual and family therapy to children and young adults. I am interested in helping people become the best version of themselves and focusing on their strengths. My goal is to provide a safe place for self exploration, gaining insight, awareness and acceptance. I integrate theories of mindfulness-based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and use holistic approach to help people find balance and peace in their lives.
Navigating Relationships with Addictive Parts is a harm reduction support group for individuals struggling with substance misuse. Oftentimes the parts of ourselves that want to use are struggling to navigate big feelings and stressors. During the course of five sessions, we will discuss what harm reduction is, navigate how to cope with difficult feelings, and learn how to form relationships with the inner parts of ourselves using Internal Family Systems techniques. Group will be held weekly on Fridays for 5 sessions starting 9/20/24.
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Hosted by Hannah Kepes
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, Student, Intern
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
Hannah’s ideal client may struggle with depression, bipolar, anxiety, trauma, and/or substance use disorders. They may experience hardships due to marginalized intersecting identities and stigma from society due to those identities. Their needs may include building healthy coping skills, activities of daily living, social skills, social supports, and psychoeducation. Hannah’s ideal client wants to live a more fulfilling and meaningful life with confidence in their strengths and coping mechanisms. They have goals to process their past trauma & harmful behaviors while building their strengths and self-compassion.
A small group (3-6) facilitated by licensed therapist Katie Cope, LMSW that blends the fantasy world of Dungeons and Dragons with narrative therapy to provide a safe, affirming space for teens (ages 14-17) to develop social-emotional skills, build self-confidence, and practice problem-solving skills. No prior D&D experience required! All necessary tools and materials will be provided, but bringing your own materials is welcomed.
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Hosted by Katie Cope
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30605
I'm so glad you've decide to take the first steps in this journey! I work primarily with young adults, children, adolescents, and individuals who identify as LGBTQIA+. I enjoy working with people exploring their identity, navigating life transitions, experiencing anxiety/depression, and trauma. As a relational therapist, I use a person-centered approach and believe that the relationship between therapist and client is the strongest tool in therapy. I aim to create a collaborative and compassionate environment during my sessions, striving to provide a non-judgmental and affirming approach to my practice.
The anger management group is designed to help group participants learn to manage their anger by introducing new skills and concepts to apply in everyday situations.
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Hosted by Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30605
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
Recovery Can Mean Different Things: This group is a good fit for adults seeking recovery from substance misuse, however they define that process. There is no universally agreed-upon definition of recovery. For some, recovery means complete abstinence from alcohol & other drug misuse. For others, it means moderation while reducing negative consequences. Considering making changes to your use is also an important part of the recovery process. We understand that this is a personal decision, and honor wherever you are in the process of change.
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Hosted by Charlie Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Provider
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
I am a licensed clinical social worker, founder of Kind Recovery, and one of the first certified psychedelic counselors in Georgia. I've been providing Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy since 2019. I work with clients who have experienced mental injury or trauma and find themselves stuck in rigid thought or behavior patterns. These patterns might look like perfectionism, people-pleasing, substance misuse (addiction), anxiety, depression, avoidance, and more. I want you to know that it is possible to radically shift these behaviors with the right approach. I'll be with you as you learn to access the wisdom of your higher self.
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Hosted by Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30605
Navigating Relationships with Addictive Parts is a harm reduction support group for individuals struggling with substance misuse. Oftentimes the parts of ourselves that want to use are struggling to navigate big feelings and stressors. During the course of five sessions, we will discuss what harm reduction is, navigate how to cope with difficult feelings, and learn how to form relationships with the inner parts of ourselves using Internal Family Systems techniques.
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Hosted by Aj Mercer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
AJ is here to provide the space needed to explore your inner self & what it means to be uniquely you. AJ is a LMSW with 5 years of experience in the field. They've worked with adults who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, & substance misuse. They've also worked in crisis intervention & harm reduction. AJ uses various clinical approaches, such as person-centered theory, strengths-based theory, acceptance & commitment theory (ACT), mindfulness-based theory, & somatic therapy.
As a means of survival during traumatic events the mind-body connection is severed. This disrupted connection compromises the development of one’s identity, autonomy, & ability to perceive internal sensations (aka interoception). Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TSY) is a movement based practice that aims to reconnect & fortify the mind-body connection. TSY does this by using invitational language to create opportunities for choice and creating a safe space for shared authentic experiences.
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Hosted by Holly Floyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, TCTSY-F, RYT 500, RCYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
After receiving invaluable warmth & empathy during my own experience of therapy, I felt obliged to give back to others the same compassion. My approach is eclectic & collaborative; incorporating the Biopsychosocial-Spiritual model as well as non-pathologizing, IFS-informed parts work with the goal of empowering the client to discover their own healing.
A Mind Body Behavioral Pain Management approach for anyone experiencing pain and distress from various medical conditions. Participants will unlearn their pain through an interactive, informative and reflective program pioneered by Howard Schubiner, MD from his book "Unlearn Your Pain." Dr. Schubiner, cited over the last decade as one of the best physicians in the US has trained Mr. Glauser to facilitate this program. Through journaling exercises, mindfulness-based meditations, clinical hypnosis, information on self-regulating pain and distress, and affective release dialogue with one's pain, participants will be able to learn and apply the skills to Unlearn Pain. Group to resume Fall 2017.
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Hosted by Ed Glauser
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LCMHC, LPC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
I have specialized training and certifications in Mind Body Medicine, Clinical Hypnosis, Yoga Philosophy, Behavioral Sleep, Stress and Pain Management, Online Counseling, as well as Mindfulness-based approaches for assisting individuals throughout the lifespan in experiencing relief from chronic pain, illness, insomnia, depression, stress, trauma and relationship issues. I am also a Board Certified-Telemental Health Provider. My graduate counseling degree is from the University of Georgia. I am Licensed in Florida (telemental health only), Georgia and North Carolina. Offering 100% Telemental Health Counseling.
MRT is a cognitive behavioral treatment system that leads to enhanced moral reasoning, better decision making and more appropriate behavior.
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Hosted by Balanced Behavioral Counseling Services, LLC
Master Social Worker, LMSW, MAC, CAMSII, E-CADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30605
Many people today face complex problems related to employment, money, tragedy, mental and physical health, relationships, habits and addictions. The inability to cope with these added pressure and stresses of life sometimes interferes with our desire to be happy and live a satisfying life. While some may be able to make the needed adjustments on their own, others may need professional guidance to get their life back on track.
Current research suggests there is a correlation between neurodivergent diagnoses (ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Tic Disorders, OCD, etc.) & certain physiological abnormalities such as joint hypermobility, connective tissue irregularities, & heightened pain sensations. These physical maladies often result in the over-use of certain muscles & the under utilization of others as a way to adapt to the compromised integrity of the connective tissues. Yoga for neurodivergence is a class engineered to provide support over utilized muscles & strength to those that are underdeveloped, all while creating a shared authentic experience in a group setting to facilitate connection & belonging.
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Hosted by Holly Floyd
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, TCTSY-F, RYT 500, RCYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
After receiving invaluable warmth & empathy during my own experience of therapy, I felt obliged to give back to others the same compassion. My approach is eclectic & collaborative; incorporating the Biopsychosocial-Spiritual model as well as non-pathologizing, IFS-informed parts work with the goal of empowering the client to discover their own healing.
Navigating Relationships with Addictive Parts is a harm reduction support group for individuals struggling with substance misuse. Oftentimes the parts of ourselves that want to use are struggling to navigate big feelings and stressors. During the course of five sessions, we will discuss what harm reduction is, navigate how to cope with difficult feelings, and learn how to form relationships with the inner parts of ourselves using Internal Family Systems techniques.
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Hosted by Brianna Sterling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30606
Brianna believes we all have an innate wisdom inside of us that’s always there & that we enter this world w/ more access to it than ever before. She also believes that we enter this world w/ unique parts that make up our complete whole - our psyche. These parts can be wonderfully unique & terrific attributes of our personality - our strengths. However, trauma can drive these parts of ourselves into extreme roles. Despite meaning well, they can create emotional & behavioral patterns that are seen as bad, shameful, or unwanted by those closest to us - leaving survivors feeling deeply broken, unworthy, & unfamiliar on a cellular level.
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Hosted by Georgia Individual & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Athens, GA 30601
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How can I find a support group in Watkinsville?
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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 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.