A Return to Love is a trauma-informed Women’s Healing Circle designed for women and gender-diverse people seeking deeper self-understanding and healing. This circle gently integrates body-based awareness, self-compassion practices, and feminine wisdom within a relational group setting. Women gather together to experience the power of the feminine, to share their stories, and to experience connection through healing rituals, poems, song and meditation. The group runs for three Saturday mornings 10am to 1pm. Date: April 11, 18, 25, 2026 Location: IN PERSON, North Nanaimo, BC. LIMITED TO 6 PEOPLE
I specialize in trauma and its related impacts, including grief, anxiety, depression, and addiction.
A Return to Love is a trauma-informed Women’s Healing Circle designed for women and gender-diverse people seeking deeper self-understanding and healing. This circle gently integrates body-based awareness, self-compassion practices, and feminine wisdom within a relational group setting. Women gather together to experience the power of the feminine, to share their stories, and to experience connection through healing rituals, poems, song and meditation. The group runs for three Saturday mornings 10am to 1pm. Date: April 11, 18, 25, 2026 Location: IN PERSON, North Nanaimo, BC. LIMITED TO 6 PEOPLE
Online Groups
Being part of a group allows individuals to connect with others who understand their struggles, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness. The sharing of personal stories can offer new perspectives and coping strategies, fostering resilience and personal growth. Group therapy also encourages self-reflection and the development of communication skills, which are beneficial for rebuilding one's life post-divorce. ( call me for arrenging)
Being part of a group allows individuals to connect with others who understand their struggles, reducing feelings of isolation and loneliness. The sharing of personal stories can offer new perspectives and coping strategies, fostering resilience and personal growth. Group therapy also encourages self-reflection and the development of communication skills, which are beneficial for rebuilding one's life post-divorce. ( call me for arrenging)
Beginning January 12th 2026, this online group will create a safe and supportive space for residents of BC who are struggling with the loss of a pet. This accessible & low-cost group will aim to provide support, psychoeducation, and community. While this a drop-in model (no commitment is required), participants will still need to register and have a brief intake session to make sure the group is a fit for them. Please reach out to set up a free, 15 minute virtual consultation to get started.
Beginning January 12th 2026, this online group will create a safe and supportive space for residents of BC who are struggling with the loss of a pet. This accessible & low-cost group will aim to provide support, psychoeducation, and community. While this a drop-in model (no commitment is required), participants will still need to register and have a brief intake session to make sure the group is a fit for them. Please reach out to set up a free, 15 minute virtual consultation to get started.
This group, led by Osha Hagon (RCC), aims to help members gain connections, self-express, and nurture their creative side. The group will consist of total of 4 monthly virtual sessions held on Mondays from 7pm-9pm, from March 11 to June 10. Space is limited to 10-12 participants Investment: $50 + GST per session.These will be virtual meetings, through JaneApp secure video. *Art materials are not included, you are responsible for bringing your own supplies. Contact us at (604)-924-6626 or info@lynnvalleycounselling.com to secure your spot.
This group, led by Osha Hagon (RCC), aims to help members gain connections, self-express, and nurture their creative side. The group will consist of total of 4 monthly virtual sessions held on Mondays from 7pm-9pm, from March 11 to June 10. Space is limited to 10-12 participants Investment: $50 + GST per session.These will be virtual meetings, through JaneApp secure video. *Art materials are not included, you are responsible for bringing your own supplies. Contact us at (604)-924-6626 or info@lynnvalleycounselling.com to secure your spot.
Engage with communities—online and in-person. Help others & Get outside. Travel virtually. Talk to yourself like a caring friend, Distract yourself, Take care of your overall mental health. call me to make arrangements.
Engage with communities—online and in-person. Help others & Get outside. Travel virtually. Talk to yourself like a caring friend, Distract yourself, Take care of your overall mental health. call me to make arrangements.
Join me for a gentle, creative introduction to SoulCollage®, a reflective practice designed to help you connect with your inner wisdom and become the best version of yourself. In this free group, you’ll create simple collage cards using images and intuition—no artistic experience needed. Together, we’ll explore meaningful themes, deepen self-awareness, and invite clarity, compassion, and possibility into your life. This is a supportive, non-judgmental space to pause, listen inward, and rediscover what matters most to you. Come as you are, and leave with greater insight, connection, and a renewed sense of direction.
Join me for a gentle, creative introduction to SoulCollage®, a reflective practice designed to help you connect with your inner wisdom and become the best version of yourself. In this free group, you’ll create simple collage cards using images and intuition—no artistic experience needed. Together, we’ll explore meaningful themes, deepen self-awareness, and invite clarity, compassion, and possibility into your life. This is a supportive, non-judgmental space to pause, listen inward, and rediscover what matters most to you. Come as you are, and leave with greater insight, connection, and a renewed sense of direction.
A free weekly open grief group, using your peers, support, and education to further help you along your journey. The meetings are open to anyone, and there is no cost to attend. The group will gather virtually via Zoom for the near future. We want all participants to know they are not alone, and that right now it is okay to not be okay. To sign up: https://bit.ly/GriefandlossTWC
Hosted by Together We Can - Addiction Recovery Centre
Treatment Centre
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V5R
A free weekly open grief group, using your peers, support, and education to further help you along your journey. The meetings are open to anyone, and there is no cost to attend. The group will gather virtually via Zoom for the near future. We want all participants to know they are not alone, and that right now it is okay to not be okay. To sign up: https://bit.ly/GriefandlossTWC
How do we stay connected in turbulent times? This online group is a space to gather, reconnect, and practice tools that support resilience. Guided by an RCC, participants will learn simple somatic practices they can use in everyday life, with time to reflect and connect with others. The intention is to lean on community while building personal practices that help us stay centered during challenging or uncertain times.
How do we stay connected in turbulent times? This online group is a space to gather, reconnect, and practice tools that support resilience. Guided by an RCC, participants will learn simple somatic practices they can use in everyday life, with time to reflect and connect with others. The intention is to lean on community while building personal practices that help us stay centered during challenging or uncertain times.
While no two experiences are the same, there is a shared experience of loss. Gathering in a small group, we will create a safe space to explore your grief, and how we can collectively support one another and build connections and community.
While no two experiences are the same, there is a shared experience of loss. Gathering in a small group, we will create a safe space to explore your grief, and how we can collectively support one another and build connections and community.
Join us to learn ways to navigate pain after loss and moving through grief.
I use EMDR, Somatics, IFS, CBT, DBT, EFT, Grief Therapy in my work and have additional trainings in these modailities.
Join us to learn ways to navigate pain after loss and moving through grief.
Growing up in a Chinese family can be both loving and heavy. Many young adults feel caught between tradition and their own needs, or guilty for setting boundaries with parents. This multi-session program offers a gentle, judgment-free space to understand why family distance happens, learn practical ways to care for yourself, and start healing without losing who you are. This is an educational workshop with counselling support created to help you navigate Chinese family dynamics with compassion and clarity.
Growing up in a Chinese family can be both loving and heavy. Many young adults feel caught between tradition and their own needs, or guilty for setting boundaries with parents. This multi-session program offers a gentle, judgment-free space to understand why family distance happens, learn practical ways to care for yourself, and start healing without losing who you are. This is an educational workshop with counselling support created to help you navigate Chinese family dynamics with compassion and clarity.
Social anxiety can feel isolating, but it’s highly treatable. This group is a supportive space to understand and shift your relationship with social anxiety. We’ll explore patterns that keep anxiety going, share experiences, and learn strategies to build confidence. We’ll also practice expanding socially through manageable exposures that move you forward. You don’t have to “fix” everything. Change happens through moments of courage - and you won’t be doing it alone! Many people feel more at ease, more connected, and more like themselves again.
Hosted by Michael Garfinkel - Ocd Relief
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6B
Social anxiety can feel isolating, but it’s highly treatable. This group is a supportive space to understand and shift your relationship with social anxiety. We’ll explore patterns that keep anxiety going, share experiences, and learn strategies to build confidence. We’ll also practice expanding socially through manageable exposures that move you forward. You don’t have to “fix” everything. Change happens through moments of courage - and you won’t be doing it alone! Many people feel more at ease, more connected, and more like themselves again.
Grieving the loss of someone we love can be overwhelming, isolating, and often difficult to talk about. This three-hour, in-person group provides a gentle, supportive space for adults to reflect, connect, & begin to make sense of their grief. This workshop is intended to: Normalize grief and reduce the stigma that often surrounds it; reduce feelings of isolation through shared stories and connection Increase understanding of your own experience and how others grieve; reconnect you with cultural or community-based practices of grieving; Offer creative processing opportunities and mindfulness skills.
I focus on trauma, grief, and recovering from the effects of abuse.
Grieving the loss of someone we love can be overwhelming, isolating, and often difficult to talk about. This three-hour, in-person group provides a gentle, supportive space for adults to reflect, connect, & begin to make sense of their grief. This workshop is intended to: Normalize grief and reduce the stigma that often surrounds it; reduce feelings of isolation through shared stories and connection Increase understanding of your own experience and how others grieve; reconnect you with cultural or community-based practices of grieving; Offer creative processing opportunities and mindfulness skills.
They are our family, and losing a pet means losing a family member. Paws and Families is a virtual eight-week group therapy program designed to support those grieving the loss of a pet. Whether you're struggling with a recent loss, grappling with anticipatory grief, or carrying the weight of a past goodbye, this 75-minute weekly group offers a safe and supportive community to explore your feelings, share stories and lessons your pet brought into your life, and learn coping mechanisms to navigate your grief.
They are our family, and losing a pet means losing a family member. Paws and Families is a virtual eight-week group therapy program designed to support those grieving the loss of a pet. Whether you're struggling with a recent loss, grappling with anticipatory grief, or carrying the weight of a past goodbye, this 75-minute weekly group offers a safe and supportive community to explore your feelings, share stories and lessons your pet brought into your life, and learn coping mechanisms to navigate your grief.
Online Group Sessions offer a safe place to connect with others and feel less alone while healing from the devastating effects of emotional abuse. In session, we discuss different aspects of healing; recognizing the signs of abusive patterns, boundary setting and communication, self care and gentle self compassion. Sessions are 90 minutes long and include a loose structure with lots of time to share. Breaking free from abuse is a courageous step and you don't have to do it alone. Together, we'll navigate the path to emotional recovery and personal empowerment. Please email jenna@journeytogrowth.ca to inquire.
Online Group Sessions offer a safe place to connect with others and feel less alone while healing from the devastating effects of emotional abuse. In session, we discuss different aspects of healing; recognizing the signs of abusive patterns, boundary setting and communication, self care and gentle self compassion. Sessions are 90 minutes long and include a loose structure with lots of time to share. Breaking free from abuse is a courageous step and you don't have to do it alone. Together, we'll navigate the path to emotional recovery and personal empowerment. Please email jenna@journeytogrowth.ca to inquire.
This group, facilitated by Olivia Blander, CCC, offers the benefits of individual therapy in a supportive group setting. In this therapy book club, members will explore themes surrounding Sharon Salzberg’s “Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom." Topics explored will include identifying core values, befriending ourselves, holding on vs. letting go spaciousness, openness, and acceptance. The book club will be held on 6 consecutive Sundays from 4:30pm – 6pm. Investment: $60 + GST. Please contact info@lynnvalleycounselling.com to secure your spot!
This group, facilitated by Olivia Blander, CCC, offers the benefits of individual therapy in a supportive group setting. In this therapy book club, members will explore themes surrounding Sharon Salzberg’s “Real Life: The Journey from Isolation to Openness and Freedom." Topics explored will include identifying core values, befriending ourselves, holding on vs. letting go spaciousness, openness, and acceptance. The book club will be held on 6 consecutive Sundays from 4:30pm – 6pm. Investment: $60 + GST. Please contact info@lynnvalleycounselling.com to secure your spot!
The purpose of this group is to support women experiencing miscarriage. The group will focus on the science of miscarriage, the stages of grief, communicating the loss, coping with the loss, and finding ways to look forward. Contact me to sign up for this group.
The purpose of this group is to support women experiencing miscarriage. The group will focus on the science of miscarriage, the stages of grief, communicating the loss, coping with the loss, and finding ways to look forward. Contact me to sign up for this group.
Are you seeking connection, healing, and a safe space to share and grow? Join us in a supportive, confidential and safe circle where women gather to build strength, heal from trauma, and foster deep community ties. This Group is only for Tseshaht First Nation Women, Grandmothers or Caregivers with Children Under 19. Session topics include identity, grief, self-worth, boundaries, joy & more. This group is an 8-week Program. Registration is required.
Are you seeking connection, healing, and a safe space to share and grow? Join us in a supportive, confidential and safe circle where women gather to build strength, heal from trauma, and foster deep community ties. This Group is only for Tseshaht First Nation Women, Grandmothers or Caregivers with Children Under 19. Session topics include identity, grief, self-worth, boundaries, joy & more. This group is an 8-week Program. Registration is required.
This group is designed for parents who have experienced/are experiencing a pregnancy (18 weeks and beyond) and/or infant loss. The purpose of the group is to provide support for parents experiencing grief, to teach them how to cope on a daily basis, and to move to a state of functioning with the loss. Contact me to sign up for this group.
This group is designed for parents who have experienced/are experiencing a pregnancy (18 weeks and beyond) and/or infant loss. The purpose of the group is to provide support for parents experiencing grief, to teach them how to cope on a daily basis, and to move to a state of functioning with the loss. Contact me to sign up for this group.
O grupo terapêutico de 8 semanas é dedicado à abordagem e discussão dos problemas de saúde mental enfrentados pela comunidade brasileira de imigrantes. A adaptação a uma nova cultura pode desencadear transtornos de ansiedade e de humor, agravados por fatores como isolamento social, barreiras linguísticas e dificuldades de emprego. Procuramos oferecer um espaço seguro e acolhedor para compartilhar experiências, aprender estratégias de enfrentamento e encontrar apoio mútuo. O objetivo é navegar por esses desafios, promovendo bem-estar, resiliência e esperança.
O grupo terapêutico de 8 semanas é dedicado à abordagem e discussão dos problemas de saúde mental enfrentados pela comunidade brasileira de imigrantes. A adaptação a uma nova cultura pode desencadear transtornos de ansiedade e de humor, agravados por fatores como isolamento social, barreiras linguísticas e dificuldades de emprego. Procuramos oferecer um espaço seguro e acolhedor para compartilhar experiências, aprender estratégias de enfrentamento e encontrar apoio mútuo. O objetivo é navegar por esses desafios, promovendo bem-estar, resiliência e esperança.
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Grief Support Groups
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.