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 in their lives or for those who are looking for self-care skills. In this program you will be encouraged to have a regular practice of mindfulness meditation and will be guided and supported through the period of the program. Maximum group size is 20 participants.
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 in their lives or for those who are looking for self-care skills. In this program you will be encouraged to have a regular practice of mindfulness meditation and will be guided and supported through the period of the program. Maximum group size is 20 participants.
Shagufta facilitates the group the mothers who are struggling juggling their life aspects, eg. home, relationships, parenting, mental health. With minimum three mothers I work in a group with similar issues, where in a nurturing and trusting environment mothers unfold their issues, to share and find solutions in effective ways.
Shagufta facilitates the group the mothers who are struggling juggling their life aspects, eg. home, relationships, parenting, mental health. With minimum three mothers I work in a group with similar issues, where in a nurturing and trusting environment mothers unfold their issues, to share and find solutions in effective ways.
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 Focused Therapy, grounding and calming techniques and an audio support tool box for you to collect over your time in the group. This is a non judgemental group and everything we discuss in the group is confidential. Please don't hesitate to call for more information. We look forward travelling alongside you through the healing journey.
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 Focused Therapy, grounding and calming techniques and an audio support tool box for you to collect over your time in the group. This is a non judgemental group and everything we discuss in the group is confidential. Please don't hesitate to call for more information. We look forward travelling alongside you through the healing journey.
Anxiety can be a debilitating condition that affects many people. At Perpetual Wellness Counselling Service, we understand the challenges that come with anxiety, and that's why we offer a support group to help individuals overcome their anxiety and find a sense of calm in a safe and supportive environment. Our anxiety group is open to anyone over the age of 18 who is struggling with anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. Group is confidential, members are encouraged to share as much or as little as they feel comfortable with.
Hosted by Perpetual Wellness Counselling Service
Social Worker, AMHSW
Group meets in Carrum Downs, VIC 3201
For depression and anxiety or trauma related issues.
Anxiety can be a debilitating condition that affects many people. At Perpetual Wellness Counselling Service, we understand the challenges that come with anxiety, and that's why we offer a support group to help individuals overcome their anxiety and find a sense of calm in a safe and supportive environment. Our anxiety group is open to anyone over the age of 18 who is struggling with anxiety, including generalized anxiety disorder, panic disorder, social anxiety disorder, and obsessive compulsive disorder. Group is confidential, members are encouraged to share as much or as little as they feel comfortable with.
Online Groups
Experience the unique healing power of Horses. Please contact for Session details
Hosted by Stable & Nook - Counselling and Wellness
Counsellor, PACFA
Group meets in Fish Creek, VIC 3959
Experience the unique healing power of Horses. Please contact for Session details
A fortnightly online support group. Group size: 8–10 women (closed group) Length: 1 hour per session Format: Strength-based approaches, psychoeducation, and topics guided by the group’s needs Extra support: I’ll be available for quick check-ins in the weeks we don’t meet Fee: Reduced fee - $20 per session/check-in (for a minimum of 7 women), knowing the emotional and financial challenges many of us face.
Hosted by Parenting & Beyond - Vered Harel
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Group meets in Bentleigh East, VIC 3165
I support individuals and parents facing anxiety, overwhelm, relationship challenges, life transitions, and trauma.
A fortnightly online support group. Group size: 8–10 women (closed group) Length: 1 hour per session Format: Strength-based approaches, psychoeducation, and topics guided by the group’s needs Extra support: I’ll be available for quick check-ins in the weeks we don’t meet Fee: Reduced fee - $20 per session/check-in (for a minimum of 7 women), knowing the emotional and financial challenges many of us face.
Women’s Positive Life Group is a supportive space where women come together to build confidence, improve emotional wellbeing, and learn practical tools for everyday life. In a warm and welcoming environment, participants explore topics like stress management, self-talk, and resilience through guided discussions and simple activities. This group is ideal for women feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or seeking personal growth. You can share at your own pace while connecting with others in a safe, non-judgmental setting. Each session offers take-home strategies to support positive change, helping you feel more balanced, empowered, and supported in your daily life.
Women’s Positive Life Group is a supportive space where women come together to build confidence, improve emotional wellbeing, and learn practical tools for everyday life. In a warm and welcoming environment, participants explore topics like stress management, self-talk, and resilience through guided discussions and simple activities. This group is ideal for women feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or seeking personal growth. You can share at your own pace while connecting with others in a safe, non-judgmental setting. Each session offers take-home strategies to support positive change, helping you feel more balanced, empowered, and supported in your daily life.
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.
We work with clients with PTSD, dissociative personality disorders, anxiety, depression, complex trauma, and neurodivergent children and adults.
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.
Structured group suitable for people with a Borderline Personality Disorder. I will also be offering clients who do not have BPD, a skills group using the principles of DBT The skills are life lessons which can be used for understanding anger, grief and loss, love and more. We will also be offering groups focused directly at understanding emotions, their use and and how to make them work for you. An example of this is the use of the term 'anger management', one I particularly dislike. Mainly because it is impossible to 'manage' something you do not understand.
Structured group suitable for people with a Borderline Personality Disorder. I will also be offering clients who do not have BPD, a skills group using the principles of DBT The skills are life lessons which can be used for understanding anger, grief and loss, love and more. We will also be offering groups focused directly at understanding emotions, their use and and how to make them work for you. An example of this is the use of the term 'anger management', one I particularly dislike. Mainly because it is impossible to 'manage' something you do not understand.
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 in a group limited to 10 participants who share your fear of public speaking. I use evidence based treatment And provide video and written feedback to participants.Comprehensive resources are provided in this 8 week Cbt based program. Medicare and private health fund rebates are available.
I work mainly with anxious and/or depressed people, offering cognitive behavioural therapy.
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 in a group limited to 10 participants who share your fear of public speaking. I use evidence based treatment And provide video and written feedback to participants.Comprehensive resources are provided in this 8 week Cbt based program. Medicare and private health fund rebates are available.
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, depression, self criticism and shame. Learn to: Befriend your inner critic; Develop skills of self compassion to manage difficult emotions including shame; and Foster goodwill towards yourself and others. Online via Zoom Wednesdays, 6.30pm - 9.00pm AEDT . For more information contact Claire at: http://www.rawortherapy.com.au/msc.html
Hosted by Claire Raworth Counselling & Supervision
Social Worker, AMHSW
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, depression, self criticism and shame. Learn to: Befriend your inner critic; Develop skills of self compassion to manage difficult emotions including shame; and Foster goodwill towards yourself and others. Online via Zoom Wednesdays, 6.30pm - 9.00pm AEDT . For more information contact Claire at: http://www.rawortherapy.com.au/msc.html
Sniff and stroll therapy group aims to increase people’s social and community connection, manage anxiety and stress and increase physical activity with the help of three certified therapy dogs! Sessions typically involve an interactive mental health workshop , a nature walk , followed by gentle stretching and meditation.
Sniff and stroll therapy group aims to increase people’s social and community connection, manage anxiety and stress and increase physical activity with the help of three certified therapy dogs! Sessions typically involve an interactive mental health workshop , a nature walk , followed by gentle stretching and meditation.
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 you gain a greater understand & take responsibility for your feelings, actions & interactions with yourself, your life & other people. To help you appreciate & engage in your life's direction in a self assured & more satisfying way. The course operates in a structured way offering tips, tools & strategies to allow participants to engage, practice & test ways of being individually & in a group setting.
It's OK to feel anxious with everything that's going on around us.
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 you gain a greater understand & take responsibility for your feelings, actions & interactions with yourself, your life & other people. To help you appreciate & engage in your life's direction in a self assured & more satisfying way. The course operates in a structured way offering tips, tools & strategies to allow participants to engage, practice & test ways of being individually & in a group setting.
A monthly experiential group for wellbeing, connection and resilience building. Come preferred sessions or join them all! This group journey is grounded in nervous system science (Polyvagal theory), psychological flexibility (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and EMDR principles. Supported by nature and horses at liberty, a different theme is explored each month, offering a gentle, paced space to slow down, reconnect, embody awareness and cultivate meaning. (*This is a wellbeing and personal development group, not psychotherapy or equine-assisted therapy. No trauma processing or treatment is provided. Participation is choice based, with encouragement to maintain external therapeutic support if needed)
Hosted by Clàudia Paretilla Guardi
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Group meets in Maldon, VIC 3463
A monthly experiential group for wellbeing, connection and resilience building. Come preferred sessions or join them all! This group journey is grounded in nervous system science (Polyvagal theory), psychological flexibility (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy), and EMDR principles. Supported by nature and horses at liberty, a different theme is explored each month, offering a gentle, paced space to slow down, reconnect, embody awareness and cultivate meaning. (*This is a wellbeing and personal development group, not psychotherapy or equine-assisted therapy. No trauma processing or treatment is provided. Participation is choice based, with encouragement to maintain external therapeutic support if needed)
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 cognitive behavioral and somatic approaches which are taught through practical instruction and guidance as well as opportunities for discussion, connecting with others and reflection.
I have 25 years of experience helping adults, teens and families and hold undergraduate and postgraduate degrees in philosphy, psychology, family therapy and counselling and additional certification in Radical Exposure Tapping ( based in EMDR and Tapping) to treat complex PTSD, PTSD and anxiety.
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 cognitive behavioral and somatic approaches which are taught through practical instruction and guidance as well as opportunities for discussion, connecting with others and reflection.
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 insomnia in a warm and accepting group environment. This program the most effective, evidence-based, and long-term treatment for insomnia, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). You’ll learn lifelong skills and strategies to help you achieve consistently healthy sleep. Would you like to begin improving your sleep? Email or ring us today to join!
Hosted by Talking Sleep Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Group meets in Hawthorn East, VIC 3123
I specialise in insomnia, sleep anxiety, and poor sleep quality — including where previous treatment hasn't lasted.
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 insomnia in a warm and accepting group environment. This program the most effective, evidence-based, and long-term treatment for insomnia, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). You’ll learn lifelong skills and strategies to help you achieve consistently healthy sleep. Would you like to begin improving your sleep? Email or ring us today to join!
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, job interviews, being in a date, public speaking, etc. You choose the social activity you would like to practice with the group .The 8 week course is Medicare rebateable and provides video feedback. Groups are conducted in Hawthorn and are run at regular intervals throughout the year. Comprehensive resources are provided and participants find the course enjoyable.
I work mainly with anxious and/or depressed people, offering cognitive behavioural therapy.
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, job interviews, being in a date, public speaking, etc. You choose the social activity you would like to practice with the group .The 8 week course is Medicare rebateable and provides video feedback. Groups are conducted in Hawthorn and are run at regular intervals throughout the year. Comprehensive resources are provided and participants find the course enjoyable.
Our unique stress, resilience, wellbeing and welfare workshop is tailored specifically for people living with disabilities. Navigating the demands of of the NDIS and facing health challenges can be difficult and that is why learning to manage your own wellbeing is important. This program goes beyond conventional training, delving into the intricacies of personal wellbeing, aiming to foster a holistic approach to caring for yourself. Participants can expect to gain insights into stress relief techniques, resilience-building strategies and methods to enhance personal productivity. This program can be funded by the NDIS and falls under capacity building support for participants.
Our unique stress, resilience, wellbeing and welfare workshop is tailored specifically for people living with disabilities. Navigating the demands of of the NDIS and facing health challenges can be difficult and that is why learning to manage your own wellbeing is important. This program goes beyond conventional training, delving into the intricacies of personal wellbeing, aiming to foster a holistic approach to caring for yourself. Participants can expect to gain insights into stress relief techniques, resilience-building strategies and methods to enhance personal productivity. This program can be funded by the NDIS and falls under capacity building support for participants.
Gold standard treatment for personality disorders as well as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, anger management and so much more.
Gold standard treatment for personality disorders as well as anxiety, depression, bi-polar disorder, anger management and so much more.
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.
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.
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Anxiety Support Groups
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.
What are the most common types of treatment 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.
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.