Support Groups in Waterloo, NSW
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Hosted by Christopher James
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterloo, NSW 2017
Well done for searching for a therapist who is hopefully the right fit for you to heal & find inner peace. Arrange a call to sense the experience & safety I have provided since 2015. Maximum of 4 clients per day to ensure all clients get the best version of me. On-time sessions guaranteed, flexible session times & ethical pricing. Depressed, anxious, relationship problems, work stress, grief or generally feeling disconnected? Constructive, gentle & honest feedback helps clients reach therapeutic goals. I'm regularly told I provide a welcoming & non-judgemental environment, helping create sustainable & long-term change. EMDR trained.
Coming soon.
Hosted by Christopher James
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterloo, NSW 2017
Well done for searching for a therapist who is hopefully the right fit for you to heal & find inner peace. Arrange a call to sense the experience & safety I have provided since 2015. Maximum of 4 clients per day to ensure all clients get the best version of me. On-time sessions guaranteed, flexible session times & ethical pricing. Depressed, anxious, relationship problems, work stress, grief or generally feeling disconnected? Constructive, gentle & honest feedback helps clients reach therapeutic goals. I'm regularly told I provide a welcoming & non-judgemental environment, helping create sustainable & long-term change. EMDR trained.
Coming soon.
Hosted by Christopher James
Psychotherapist, MSc, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterloo, NSW 2017
Well done for searching for a therapist who is hopefully the right fit for you to heal & find inner peace. Arrange a call to sense the experience & safety I have provided since 2015. Maximum of 4 clients per day to ensure all clients get the best version of me. On-time sessions guaranteed, flexible session times & ethical pricing. Depressed, anxious, relationship problems, work stress, grief or generally feeling disconnected? Constructive, gentle & honest feedback helps clients reach therapeutic goals. I'm regularly told I provide a welcoming & non-judgemental environment, helping create sustainable & long-term change. EMDR trained.
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Hosted by Alia Proietto
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Group meets in Woollahra, NSW 2025
The DBT Skills Group is a 10 week evidence-based skills group for anyone wanting to learn new healthy strategies to cope with stress and distress, recognise and cope with emotions and improve communication and relationship skills. Topics include mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness and emotion regulation
Hosted by Kate Zughbi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Erskineville, NSW 2043
Are you struggling with issues relating to trauma, anxiety, depression, stress, relationships, managing and understanding your emotions or just feeling overwhelmed and don't know where to start? I endeavour to provide individualised, collaborative and evidence based treatment to meet your needs. It will be a space where you are seen and heard.
This is a 12 step group supporting those seeking help to live free of their addictive behaviour or substance.
Hosted by Geoff Miles Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Redfern, NSW 2016
I have a strong committment to the value of life experiences and events, and understand the importance of placing them in a positive light. With attentive and empathetic listening I assist clients to confront and normalise those life events and factors that contribute to depression, anxiety and relational difficulties, and help live comfortably with them. I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression. I farmed 20 years, 10 years manager of a Educational Christian Conference centre and 10 years founding and operating a software company.
Individuals come together to explore emotions, thoughts, and behaviors, with a focus on understanding self, past & present as well as current patterns. Uncover underlying dynamics within the group to highlight how we relate to ourselves and others, how it is affecting us in real time. Through interactions with others and the facilitator, participants gain insight into themselves and their relationships, fostering healing inside the group which is then transferred to their wider network outside group. Members can talk: emotional importance, making for spontaneous discussions, share reactions or bring up new topics, shaping the conversation together.
Hosted by Veronica Bona
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
If you are feeling overwhelmed, tired, hopeless or lacking joy; like your emotions are uncontrollable or that they do not match with reality; that your worry is getting out of hand or that there is no longer any point, then it might be a good time to seek some support. We are social creatures, and despite what our modern society might have us believe, we all need human connection to function. Seeking support is a huge sign of strength – the strength to actually reach out and let someone in, in order to start the healing process. If you can relate to this or if you have set yourself a personal development goal please reach out.
on-line support using mindfulness based interventions. Mindfulness based stress reduction program.
Hosted by Relationship Therapy/ Marriage Counselling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
Are your fights increasing and you're sick of the constant conflict with no resolution? Are you on the brink of separation or divorce? Don't lose hope. There absolutely IS a way out of chronic conflict and loneliness, emptiness and pain. You’re tired even exhausted, and you may have tried everything. I can help you so you don’t have to let your love evaporate. I have spent years and years studying many methods of couples therapy and even reaching certification level as a Certified Gottman Couples Therapist. I can walk beside you and show you skilful means to building a better way to live, bond and rebuild love.
Principles that underlie the Circle of Security models of intervention: Early childhood attachment problems increase the probability of psychopathology later on in life; secure attachment relationships with caregivers are a protective factor for children, setting the foundation for social competence and promote effective emotion regulation and stress response systems; the quality of the attachment relationship is amenable to change; learning, including therapeutic change, occurs from within a secure base relationship; lasting change in the attachment relationship comes from caregivers’ developing specific relationship capacities rather than learning techniques to manage behavior; all caregivers want what is best for their children.
Hosted by Helen Qin Counselling (English, Mandarin)
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
Hello, I am an registered Medicare provider, highly professional and compassionate bilingual psychotherapist/counsellor (English, Mandarin) and Accredited Mental Health Social Worker with more than 10 years of clinical experience. I am also a professionally trained and qualified relationship/marriage counsellor (Dr. John Gottman method of couple counselling level 3 trained).
In this workshop, you will have the opportunity to practice, in a private and a safe setting, the skills that have been developed from Dr. John Gottman’s ground breaking research into what makes relationships last. Dr. Gottman has scientifically analysed the habits of married couples and established a method of correcting the behaviour that puts thousands of marriages on the rocks. He helps couples focus on each other, on paying attention to the small day-to-day moments that, strung together, make up the heart and soul of any relationship.
Hosted by Fox Psychology
Psychologist, MA, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I am a registered psychologist with a masters degree in psychology and over twenty years experience working with people from all walks of life. I am passionate about helping them overcome stress, anxiety, addictions and depression. I also have over 13 years experience working with couples and I am a trained couples and relationship counsellor with level two Gottman training.
Existential group psychotherapy is a highly beneficial way of creating change. It's not what you might have seen in movies; there are no religious or spiritual affiliations, and participants are not expected to share anything they don't want to. It is a safe, respectful environment where you can gain insight into your behaviours, ask for support, and learn new skills. Group psychotherapy is useful for all people - it can help with personal growth, insight and improving relationships, as well as assist in managing addictive behaviours, mental distress and other mental health issues.
Hosted by Amber Rules - Sydney Addictions Recovery
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Leichhardt, NSW 2040
Are you struggling with drugs, alcohol, gambling, or other addictive behaviours that feel impossible to shake? Or are you feeling the impact of someone else’s addictive behaviours? As an experienced addictions counsellor, I can help you understand addiction and manage the chaos it creates in your life. Together, we’ll use a combination of addiction education, practical strategies and counselling support to help you make choices that align with the life you want to live. I also support clients experiencing complex mental and physical health challenges, such as ADHD, chronic pain, relational difficulties and psychiatric diagnoses.
Please contact me to register. Groups fill up quickly. Groups offer an opportunity to meet with other survivors of CSA to reduce isolation and overcome the effects of complex trauma according to a biopsychosocial perspective. The group is open to people who identify as women, female-presenting or non-binary. If you identify as male, please contact https://www.samsn.org.au/.
Hosted by Sam Forbes - Trauma Therapy Emdr Relationships Lgbt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, AASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
What would you like to be different in your life? Counselling can help. I've been a therapist for 30 years and I love supporting people to make significant changes in their lives and relationships. There's nothing you can't overcome. I specialise in complex trauma and relationship counselling. I'm queer and LGBTIQ, poly, sex work & BDSM affirming. I’ve worked with people affected by mental health issues, sexual abuse, domestic violence, drugs, racism and disability. Whether it’s counselling for you, for your relationship/s or for someone you care about, I'll support you to overcome the problems that affect you and those you love.
A 12 step group focusing on Addictions of all types: Alcohol, Drugs, Behaviours such as porn and co=dependency.
Hosted by Geoff Miles Counselling
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Redfern, NSW 2016
I have a strong committment to the value of life experiences and events, and understand the importance of placing them in a positive light. With attentive and empathetic listening I assist clients to confront and normalise those life events and factors that contribute to depression, anxiety and relational difficulties, and help live comfortably with them. I have worked since 2015 as a community chaplain in an area with challenges in addiction, mental illness, anxiety and depression. I farmed 20 years, 10 years manager of a Educational Christian Conference centre and 10 years founding and operating a software company.
This Child Sexual Abuse (CSA) Recovery Group is intended for people who identify as women or non-binary and who experienced sexual abuse before age 18. The group provides an opportunity to meet with other survivors of CSA to reduce isolation and overcome the effects of complex trauma, according to a biopsychosocial perspective. Groups are an evidence-based practice for survivors of CSA. Participants do not have to talk about the details of the abuse. More information at the Here Completely website. Please reach out now to be considered for the October 16 to December 4 2024 group.
Hosted by Antigone Foster
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
Hello. I’m glad you’re here. Seeking support is often the hardest step. You might want support to understand why you react the way you do and how to change it. You might be looking for a therapist who can support you through transitions like relationships, gender identity, parenting, infidelity, mid-life, or help you to recover from trauma, or move on from a difficult childhood. Perhaps you want a counsellor who can witness your trauma without judgment but also without fear. You might be ready to thrive, not just survive, but aren’t sure how. You might just need someone to listen and hold space to work out what you want.
Midlife is a time when women can feel overwhelmed and disconnected. We might question what we've achieved in life. We can be filled with anxiety about finances or divorce. We might be exhausted from caring for everyone else, and no longer recognise that face in the mirror. This 10 week Program aims to change that. You'll find what's important to you, recognise your strengths, and learn how to follow your dreams in this exciting new chapter of your life. Issues covered include bodyimage, aging, ageism, belonging, intimacy, career/retirement, loss, future, and even the meaning of life!
Hosted by Beverley Stewart - Counselling / Psychotherapy
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Surry Hills, NSW 2010
“This isn’t how I thought my life would turn out.” “This isn’t where I want to be!” When we’re feeling stuck or lost in our life circumstances, it can seem overwhelming and never ending. We feel alone. We can spend our days constantly thinking about what’s gone wrong, and our nights unable to sleep with all the worry. Each day becomes the same as the day before, There seems no end to it, no future without these dark thoughts. Making it harder is the fact that no one understands what we’re going through. No one knows how anxiety, hopelessness or dread can engulf us.
EFT Tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques) is a simple but powerful technique where you can change how you feel in a matter of minutes by tapping on acupressure points on the face and body in order to: 1) relax the nervous system 2) rewire the cognition of the brain for positive mindset and 3) restore the body's energy to relive imbalances and negative belief systems. The benefits of EFT in a circle setting are so powerful. These circles are most suited to teens who may be experiencing low self esteem, body issues, school stress, anxiety, depression and the stress of social media culture.
Hosted by The Inner Shine Clinic - Catherine Nyika
Counsellor, AASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
Hi, I’m Catherine Nyika, the Founder & Principal Practitioner at The Inner Shine Clinic & I am not your average counsellor & coach. I specialise in empowering women & teens to overcome anxiety, 'imposter syndrome" and "not enoughness" so that they can learn to shine again. I will help you to see the light inside of you that you forgot was even there & teach you the self-help tools so that you can keep that light turned on. You find yourself here because you are searching for answers. Inner peace and confidence seem out of reach & other things haven't helped. You recognise it's time to start to heal from the inside out. Let's begin!
The Recovery Essentials Group Program is the 12-week introduction to addiction recovery that you have been looking for. You will be supported with weekly online learning, weekly interactive online group sessions, and fortnightly individual sessions with your primary therapist to work through your individualised treatment plan. You will learn what addiction is, how it develops, and what the process is to build and maintain long-term recovery. Please visit our website for more information or book an intake call with our team and we look forward to helping you to meet your goals.
Hosted by The TARA Clinic
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waverley, NSW 2024
Society has viewed addiction as a weakness that you are powerless over or a defect of character only impacting those from lower socioeconomic status. The reality is that addiction doesn't discriminate! The TARA Clinic helps busy and successful people to regain control over substance use and addiction while leaving the guilt and shame behind, because we believe that everyone deserves to find the freedom they truly crave.
Hosted by first things first counselling
Counsellor, MA, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Peters, NSW 2044
This 8 week therapy group is suitable for those managing the effects of coercive control, or Narcissistic abuse from an intimate partner. This group is for current clients at The Key Space. In certain circumstances, we accept new clients. To join our group therapy, new clients will need to attend an individual session for assessment and suitability. Please note that there is no rebate for group or individual sessions. Thank you for choosing The Key Space We look forward to supporting you.
Hosted by The Key Space Therapy Services
Counsellor, ACA-L1
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newtown, NSW 2042
Affordable Therapy Online, face to face and after hours. Holly works with individuals and couples experiencing, relationship concerns, anxiety, PTSD, depression, narcissistic abuse, separation and more...
Hosted by Christie Wilson
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sydney, NSW 2000
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Waterloo?
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.