8 week Mindful Self Compassion (MSC) Program.
Learn to manage difficulty with more ease and kindness..... MSC is the evidence based program developed by Chris Germer and Kristen Neff. Research on self compassion has shown that it boosts happiness and wellbeing, and is effective in reducing anxiety, ...
Hosted by Claire Raworth Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coburg, VIC 3058
Learn to manage difficulty with more ease and kindness..... MSC is the evidence based program developed by Chris Germer and Kristen Neff. Research on self compassion has shown that it boosts happiness and wellbeing, and is effective in reducing anxiety, ...
Introduction to group counselling via Zoom
The aims of the group course is to put you in touch with your own thoughts, feelings & capacities. To foster in you a richer, deeper insight into what's important for your life now & into the future. To help ...
Hosted by Bright Vista Counselling
Psychotherapist, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highton, VIC 3216
The aims of the group course is to put you in touch with your own thoughts, feelings & capacities. To foster in you a richer, deeper insight into what's important for your life now & into the future. To help ...
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Group (Adult)
Gold standard treatment for personality disorders as well as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, anger management and so much more.
Hosted by Succoris Psychology
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bendigo, VIC 3550
Gold standard treatment for personality disorders as well as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, anger management and so much more.
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
The Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program is an evidence-based experiential educational program, developed by Jon Kabat Zinn from the University of Massachusetts Medical Centre. The 8- week program is an suitable for people who are presently experiencing stress and anxiety ...
Hosted by Mindful Counselling Australia
Psychotherapist, ACA-L3
Verified Verified
Group meets in Berwick, VIC 3806
The Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program is an evidence-based experiential educational program, developed by Jon Kabat Zinn from the University of Massachusetts Medical Centre. The 8- week program is an suitable for people who are presently experiencing stress and anxiety ...
Meditation group
Relax. Unwind. Sleep better. Alleviate stress and anxiety. Suitable for beginners and experienced. This time is designed for you to relax and unwind from your busy life, with techniques such as mindfulness, breath work, body movement and visualisation.
Relax. Unwind. Sleep better. Alleviate stress and anxiety. Suitable for beginners and experienced. This time is designed for you to relax and unwind from your busy life, with techniques such as mindfulness, breath work, body movement and visualisation.
Reflective Waters Counselling Group
This is a group for women supporting women after experiencing Family or Domestic Violence, Psycho educational, empowering group, developing a stronger sense of self, healthy and unhealthy relationships, anger management, calming the limbic system, strategies to improve coping skills, Emotion ...
This is a group for women supporting women after experiencing Family or Domestic Violence, Psycho educational, empowering group, developing a stronger sense of self, healthy and unhealthy relationships, anger management, calming the limbic system, strategies to improve coping skills, Emotion ...
Online group for culturally diverse individuals
Online series to experience the intersection of creative arts, Psychodrama & somatic practices.
Hosted by Jaya Narayan
Psychotherapist, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bundoora, VIC 3083
Online series to experience the intersection of creative arts, Psychodrama & somatic practices.
Teens Social Connectedness and Social Skills
Friendly, welcoming semi-structured & experiential groups for Teens years 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 Australia-wide & overseas. Groups for social isolation, social skills & friendship skills. After we agree about how to have a safe space together the groups are like friends ...
Hosted by Jane F Maher
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Friendly, welcoming semi-structured & experiential groups for Teens years 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 Australia-wide & overseas. Groups for social isolation, social skills & friendship skills. After we agree about how to have a safe space together the groups are like friends ...
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction Program
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based, user-friendly program that brings the principles of mindfulness meditation into everyday life by teaching specific skills and practices to help break cycles of anxiety, stress, unhappiness and exhaustion.
Hosted by Ingrid Jolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thornbury, VIC 3071
Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) is an evidence-based, user-friendly program that brings the principles of mindfulness meditation into everyday life by teaching specific skills and practices to help break cycles of anxiety, stress, unhappiness and exhaustion.
Calming the Mind and Healing Anxiety and Worry
A group program to teach you the tools to support you to better manage stress, anxiety and work with the challenges of life and relationships by becoming more self aware, calm and at ease through meditation practices as well as ...
Hosted by Virginia Golding
Psychotherapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fairfield, VIC 3078
A group program to teach you the tools to support you to better manage stress, anxiety and work with the challenges of life and relationships by becoming more self aware, calm and at ease through meditation practices as well as ...
Complex Trauma / cPTSD Basics to Recovery Program
Research and diagnosis of Complex Trauma/Complex PTSD have only been in mainstream Psychology, less than 10 years. Treatments are therefore new and underdeveloped worldwide. However, I have seen excellent results in my practice so far using a model developed from ...
Hosted by Esther Sammut
Psychologist, PhD, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fitzroy North, VIC 3068
Research and diagnosis of Complex Trauma/Complex PTSD have only been in mainstream Psychology, less than 10 years. Treatments are therefore new and underdeveloped worldwide. However, I have seen excellent results in my practice so far using a model developed from ...
overcoming shyness snd social anxiety
If you are shy and or socially anxious this group provides a safe and supportive environment in which to overcome your fears. You learn what you need to know to conquer social anxiety and have the opportunity to practice: conversations, ...
Hosted by Anxiety Treatment Australia
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
If you are shy and or socially anxious this group provides a safe and supportive environment in which to overcome your fears. You learn what you need to know to conquer social anxiety and have the opportunity to practice: conversations, ...
Tackling Insomnia: Talking Sleep
Do you struggle with your sleep? Getting to sleep? Staying asleep? Always feeling tired? Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can negatively affect daytime functioning. This 6-week program will assist all you in treating the underlying causes of your ...
Hosted by Talking Sleep Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
Do you struggle with your sleep? Getting to sleep? Staying asleep? Always feeling tired? Insomnia is a common sleep disorder that can negatively affect daytime functioning. This 6-week program will assist all you in treating the underlying causes of your ...
Healing Pathways Group Counselling
At Healing Pathways, I offer a safe and supportive group counselling environment for individuals looking to heal from childhood trauma and navigate the complexities of dysfunctional family dynamics. The sessions are designed to empower you with assertive communication skills, effective ...
At Healing Pathways, I offer a safe and supportive group counselling environment for individuals looking to heal from childhood trauma and navigate the complexities of dysfunctional family dynamics. The sessions are designed to empower you with assertive communication skills, effective ...
Overcoming Public Speaking Anxiety
Does the thought of public speaking fill you with dread? Do you fear :blushing, sweating, shaking or your mind going blank?Do you worry that other people can see you are anxious? Overcome your fear in a safe and supportive environment ...
Hosted by Anxiety Treatment Australia
Psychologist, MA, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn, VIC 3122
Does the thought of public speaking fill you with dread? Do you fear :blushing, sweating, shaking or your mind going blank?Do you worry that other people can see you are anxious? Overcome your fear in a safe and supportive environment ...
Small Therapeutic groups for teens
Friendly, welcoming semi-structured & experiential groups for Teens years 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 Australia-wide & overseas. Groups for social isolation, social skills & friendship skills. After we agree about how to have a safe space together the groups are like friends ...
Hosted by Jane F Maher
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warrnambool, VIC 3280
Friendly, welcoming semi-structured & experiential groups for Teens years 7-8, 9-10, 11-12 Australia-wide & overseas. Groups for social isolation, social skills & friendship skills. After we agree about how to have a safe space together the groups are like friends ...
Grounding and Mindfulness
This support group is providing a non-judgmental space for its participant to practice mindfulness training based on relaxation techniques. The group is limited to six participants only.
Hosted by Harshani Algiriya
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L4
Verified Verified
Group meets in Maribyrnong, VIC 3032
This support group is providing a non-judgmental space for its participant to practice mindfulness training based on relaxation techniques. The group is limited to six participants only.
Adjusting to Parenthood
Small group sessions for new parents who are finding the transition to parenthood challenging or isolating. Focus is on supporting each caregiver to feel empowered through these difficult days, weeks and months.
Small group sessions for new parents who are finding the transition to parenthood challenging or isolating. Focus is on supporting each caregiver to feel empowered through these difficult days, weeks and months.
Tackling Teen Sleep: Talking Sleep
This short 4-week program will provide your teenager an inclusive space to discuss their sleep habits, or lack thereof, with similar-aged peers. Your teen will learn how to achieve healthy sleep and create a functional sleep routine without restricting them ...
Hosted by Talking Sleep Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
This short 4-week program will provide your teenager an inclusive space to discuss their sleep habits, or lack thereof, with similar-aged peers. Your teen will learn how to achieve healthy sleep and create a functional sleep routine without restricting them ...
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Anxiety Support Groups
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.