Bringing Baby Home
Even the strongest relationships are strained during the transition to parenthood. Lack of sleep, never-ending housework and new fiscal concerns can lead to profound stress and a decline in marital satisfaction - all of which affect baby's care. Not surprisingly, ...
Hosted by Ruth Proulx
Psychologist, BSW, RSW, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Grande Prairie, AB T8V
Even the strongest relationships are strained during the transition to parenthood. Lack of sleep, never-ending housework and new fiscal concerns can lead to profound stress and a decline in marital satisfaction - all of which affect baby's care. Not surprisingly, ...
Navigating Grief in Nature
Finding solace in nature can be a powerful aid in the journey through grief. Our therapy group provides a supportive community where individuals can share their experiences with others who understand, all within the nurturing embrace of nature. Led by ...
Hosted by Krystle Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2K
Finding solace in nature can be a powerful aid in the journey through grief. Our therapy group provides a supportive community where individuals can share their experiences with others who understand, all within the nurturing embrace of nature. Led by ...
Eating Disorders Client Group
This is a group for ED clients 18 years and up. It is a support group focusing on maintaining hope, learning deeper ways of understanding the presence of an ED and coping skills to keep working toward recovery. The group ...
Hosted by Lakshmi Krishnan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2T
This is a group for ED clients 18 years and up. It is a support group focusing on maintaining hope, learning deeper ways of understanding the presence of an ED and coping skills to keep working toward recovery. The group ...
Solstice Healing Group
The Summer Solstice marks the first day of astrological summer, a time of growth and abundance. When on the Healing Journey, we allow for Mother Nature’s cycle of life, following the natural passage of life. Join us on a journey ...
The Summer Solstice marks the first day of astrological summer, a time of growth and abundance. When on the Healing Journey, we allow for Mother Nature’s cycle of life, following the natural passage of life. Join us on a journey ...
Anger Management,
We offer a concise one day anger management workshop for individuals who need to gain control over anger response. The program is designed for anyone who wants to improve and build healthy relationships. Interested persons need to call and register ...
Hosted by Therapeutic Inter. Psyc. Service Inc. (TIPS)
Counsellor, MA, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fort McMurray, AB T9H
We offer a concise one day anger management workshop for individuals who need to gain control over anger response. The program is designed for anyone who wants to improve and build healthy relationships. Interested persons need to call and register ...
Teen Anxiety Group
Anxiety is a real challenge many teens experience. This is a skills based group for youth (13-17) to learn new ways to cope with, and challenge anxiety to become more confident to handle life's challenges! It is a structured, 8 ...
Hosted by Austin Counselling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Airdrie, AB T4B
Anxiety is a real challenge many teens experience. This is a skills based group for youth (13-17) to learn new ways to cope with, and challenge anxiety to become more confident to handle life's challenges! It is a structured, 8 ...
Mens Anger Management Group
Cost $380.00. Six Weeks, one night per week for 2 hours. Total of 12 hours offered per person. Minimum of 5 men Maximum 10 men. Family dynamics, Emotions identified, experiential learning process, with presentations including drama triangle, communication skill development ...
Hosted by Clark Counselling Services Ltd
Counsellor, MPCC, RPC, CDW
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Red Deer, AB T4N
Cost $380.00. Six Weeks, one night per week for 2 hours. Total of 12 hours offered per person. Minimum of 5 men Maximum 10 men. Family dynamics, Emotions identified, experiential learning process, with presentations including drama triangle, communication skill development ...
Self-Esteem & Confidence Girls Support Group
I am looking to start a group with 5-10 girls between the ages of 10-14. This group will be a combination of counselling and education- focusing on self-esteem building skills, confidence, healthy body image, social media, boundaries, bullying, and healthy ...
Hosted by Victoria Russell
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MA, CCC, MACP, ProvPsy
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2V
I am looking to start a group with 5-10 girls between the ages of 10-14. This group will be a combination of counselling and education- focusing on self-esteem building skills, confidence, healthy body image, social media, boundaries, bullying, and healthy ...
Creating Clarity Counselling & Consulting
At Creating Clarity Counselling & Consulting we exist to help men and women overcome the mental and emotional anguish that keeps them from living their best life. We are highly trained to help you with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma ...
Hosted by Lynn Viehweger
Registered Provisional Psychologist, MACS, MAC, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3H
At Creating Clarity Counselling & Consulting we exist to help men and women overcome the mental and emotional anguish that keeps them from living their best life. We are highly trained to help you with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma ...
Amazing Kids/Families
Our Amazing Kids, Amazing Families groups fosters children's success while empowering parents and connecting them with other families. Amazing Kids is designed to promote children's social development. Topics include self-esteem, managing emotions, friendships, conversation, and more! Our curriculum includes essential ...
Hosted by Dr. Caroline Buzanko @ Koru Family Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, MC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3H
Our Amazing Kids, Amazing Families groups fosters children's success while empowering parents and connecting them with other families. Amazing Kids is designed to promote children's social development. Topics include self-esteem, managing emotions, friendships, conversation, and more! Our curriculum includes essential ...
Alcohol,Drug,Gambling&Sexual Addiction
A Continuing Care Group Program to assist men and women who are in recovery from drugs, alcohol, gambling and sexual addiction. To address and cope with life situations in healthy more effective ways. to provide a safe and confidential environment ...
Hosted by Dr. Jocelyn Monsma Selby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW RSW, LCSW, CSAT-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2R
A Continuing Care Group Program to assist men and women who are in recovery from drugs, alcohol, gambling and sexual addiction. To address and cope with life situations in healthy more effective ways. to provide a safe and confidential environment ...
DBT Skills
12 week x 90 minute online DBT skills group for high emotional dysregulation that negatively affects your life: Learn to read your body like it's a stress barometer, identify 'in the moment' urges and ways to overcome them, and ultimately ...
Hosted by DBT Karin Klassen R. Psych
Psychologist, MSc, MPhil
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2P
12 week x 90 minute online DBT skills group for high emotional dysregulation that negatively affects your life: Learn to read your body like it's a stress barometer, identify 'in the moment' urges and ways to overcome them, and ultimately ...
Going with the Flow-Anxiety & Depression Seminars
8 Weeks, in-person. Future online group in progress. The A & D seminars can allow you to compassionately explore your experiences with anxiety and depression, in a compassionate setting with individuals experiencing similar challenges. Let us work together in learning ...
Hosted by Altruism Connection - Counselling & Sevices
Counsellor, MACP, BSW, RSW, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medicine Hat, AB T1A
8 Weeks, in-person. Future online group in progress. The A & D seminars can allow you to compassionately explore your experiences with anxiety and depression, in a compassionate setting with individuals experiencing similar challenges. Let us work together in learning ...
Finding Balance & Connection in New Motherhood
Group offered through: Alberta Perinatal Wellness Centre. This 6-week group offering is for New Moms with babies 0-12 months, babies welcome to attend. Topics about specific Motherhood challenges will be brought forward each week, such as: normalizing challenges adjusting to ...
Hosted by Anna Irving | Little Door Therapy
Psychologist, MC , RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2V
Group offered through: Alberta Perinatal Wellness Centre. This 6-week group offering is for New Moms with babies 0-12 months, babies welcome to attend. Topics about specific Motherhood challenges will be brought forward each week, such as: normalizing challenges adjusting to ...
DBT Skills Group
I am offering a virtual DBT Skills Group that starts 30 April and runs every Tuesday. This group runs for 12 weeks from 6p-8p MST a is open to residents of AB, ON, and NS.
Hosted by Audra Potter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MACP, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2C
I am offering a virtual DBT Skills Group that starts 30 April and runs every Tuesday. This group runs for 12 weeks from 6p-8p MST a is open to residents of AB, ON, and NS.
Trauma Sensitive Yoga (TCTSY)
Online Trauma Sensitive Yoga Group.
Hosted by Vanessa LaPrairie
Psychologist, MC, R Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2H
Online Trauma Sensitive Yoga Group.
Teen Mental Health Group
Being a teenager is hard, and many struggle with mental health challenges. This group was created with the intent to support teens who are experiencing mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. The focus of the group is to increase ...
Hosted by Juli Sinclair
Psychologist, MA, BSc , RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Red Deer, AB T4N
Being a teenager is hard, and many struggle with mental health challenges. This group was created with the intent to support teens who are experiencing mental health challenges like anxiety and depression. The focus of the group is to increase ...
Intersectional Approaches to Practice
Hosted by Lissette Arevalo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3J
Preventing Porn Addiction in Children
Hosted by Tara O'Sullivan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW, RMFT, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2T
McAtee Family Psychology
McAtee Psychology provides specialized therapy & assessment services to children & adolescents, couples, and adults. Our approach is based on our experiences as teachers, coaches, and clinicians. Our initial appointment includes an assessment of your presenting concerns/problems and your goals ...
Hosted by Ally Venturo
Registered Provisional Psychologist, BA, MACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2Z
McAtee Psychology provides specialized therapy & assessment services to children & adolescents, couples, and adults. Our approach is based on our experiences as teachers, coaches, and clinicians. Our initial appointment includes an assessment of your presenting concerns/problems and your goals ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Alberta?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, postal code, 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 postal code 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 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.