Live Well Series
Jo-Anne gives a Live Well Speaker series which is held in various locations through Vancouver and other cities in Canada.
She is also able to provide Corporate packages on request. See therahealthnetwork.com
H er fee based per person 30 - 50 per ...
Hosted by Jo-Anne Weiler
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, (Psych), RMFT, RCC, CPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Vancouver, BC V7V
Jo-Anne gives a Live Well Speaker series which is held in various locations through Vancouver and other cities in Canada.
She is also able to provide Corporate packages on request. See therahealthnetwork.com
H er fee based per person 30 - 50 per ...
Evergreen Counselling Group
An evergreen tree is a symbol of hope, because thrives in the worst of circumstances. At Evergreen Counselling Group we know that life is rarely what we want it to be, but believe that no matter your situation you can ...
An evergreen tree is a symbol of hope, because thrives in the worst of circumstances. At Evergreen Counselling Group we know that life is rarely what we want it to be, but believe that no matter your situation you can ...
Bi-Weekly women's group that focuses on your goals
Join a small group of women who are focusing on their goals. Learn to remove blocks to success and develop the skills needed to overcome and move forward, whether in relationships, your own business, interpersonal influence, and your own self ...
Hosted by Janyse Hrynkow MA CCC & Associates (Ahha)
Marriage & Family Therapist, ECE, BA, PSYC, MA, CPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Langley, BC V2Y
Join a small group of women who are focusing on their goals. Learn to remove blocks to success and develop the skills needed to overcome and move forward, whether in relationships, your own business, interpersonal influence, and your own self ...
The Healing Forest, nature based group for girls
This nature-based group for children and youth pairs nature-based activities with storytelling and other expressive arts approaches. It is designed to strengthen coping and resilience in children who have been through common causes of stress such as the divorce of ...
This nature-based group for children and youth pairs nature-based activities with storytelling and other expressive arts approaches. It is designed to strengthen coping and resilience in children who have been through common causes of stress such as the divorce of ...
Sex Therapy online in British Columbia & Alberta
Dr. Hersh is also seeing patients online. It is an exciting technology that is efficient and effective.
Many of our patients are in Calgary - Edmonton, AB and Nelson - Kelowna - Vancouver, BC. People who live anywhere can now have ...
Hosted by Dr. David Hersh - Hersh Ctr for Sexual Wellness
EdD, LMFT, CST, ABS, FAACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Nelson, BC V1L
Dr. Hersh is also seeing patients online. It is an exciting technology that is efficient and effective.
Many of our patients are in Calgary - Edmonton, AB and Nelson - Kelowna - Vancouver, BC. People who live anywhere can now have ...
Organizer Wanted! Online or in person groupwork
Only one-on-one email Rebuilding sessions available at the moment - I will be starting a private online group soon to support those Rebuilding their lives after separation, working with the book by Bruce Fisher and progressing chapter by chapter through ...
Hosted by Julie E Taylor
Counsellor, RTC, MTC, RCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8P
Only one-on-one email Rebuilding sessions available at the moment - I will be starting a private online group soon to support those Rebuilding their lives after separation, working with the book by Bruce Fisher and progressing chapter by chapter through ...
Social Skills Group
The primary purpose of group therapy in Vancouver, CA is providing guidance, support, and a new context to help unlock one’s social potential by safely and comfortably exposing oneself to social situations that might otherwise prove to be overwhelming.
The primary purpose of group therapy in Vancouver, CA is providing guidance, support, and a new context to help unlock one’s social potential by safely and comfortably exposing oneself to social situations that might otherwise prove to be overwhelming.
Psychic Parties at a Private Beach or Your Place!
Are you having a PartyLite gathering, or just having friends over? For groups of 6 or more we will teach the group "What is Hypnosis," and offer a Progressive Relaxation group Hypnosis. Feel what it is like to be hypnotized ...
Hosted by Petrabilities Counselling & Hypnotherapy
Counsellor, RMHC-I, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Delta, BC V4M
Are you having a PartyLite gathering, or just having friends over? For groups of 6 or more we will teach the group "What is Hypnosis," and offer a Progressive Relaxation group Hypnosis. Feel what it is like to be hypnotized ...
Closed childhood trauma group
Are you a survivor of Childhood Trauma? Do you want to have healthy relationships? Be a better parent, partner or friend? This closed group is designed for survivors of childhood trauma. We will explore the family of origin dynamics as ...
Hosted by Trauma Transformed Emdr Ptsd Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RCC, RSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6B
Are you a survivor of Childhood Trauma? Do you want to have healthy relationships? Be a better parent, partner or friend? This closed group is designed for survivors of childhood trauma. We will explore the family of origin dynamics as ...
OCD Support Group
Group for adults experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Support groups offer a safe place for expression of symptoms and experiences, as well as an opportunity to develop new strategies to try. This group is offered online on Zoom.
Group for adults experiencing Obsessive Compulsive Disorder. Support groups offer a safe place for expression of symptoms and experiences, as well as an opportunity to develop new strategies to try. This group is offered online on Zoom.
Queer Peer Process Group
This group is a space for queer folx to gather in community, consciously relate, and share from their hearts within a therapeutic container. There is a profound power that comes from openly witnessing each other - in our struggles, truths, ...
This group is a space for queer folx to gather in community, consciously relate, and share from their hearts within a therapeutic container. There is a profound power that comes from openly witnessing each other - in our struggles, truths, ...
Online Clinical Supervision/Consultation
Group Supervision/Consultation for 2 – 4 participants: I offer clinical supervision and consultation to individuals and small groups of beginning, intermediate and experienced counselling professionals. My role is to create a supportive safe space, where you feel comfortable to share, ...
Group Supervision/Consultation for 2 – 4 participants: I offer clinical supervision and consultation to individuals and small groups of beginning, intermediate and experienced counselling professionals. My role is to create a supportive safe space, where you feel comfortable to share, ...
Men's Trauma Processing Group
This group is intended for men who have survived various forms of trauma and are looking for group support, as well as a way to process and share their story. There are two group phases with each phase consisting of ...
Hosted by Sara Warren
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CCC, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gibsons, BC V0N
This group is intended for men who have survived various forms of trauma and are looking for group support, as well as a way to process and share their story. There are two group phases with each phase consisting of ...
How to Mentally Prepare for Birth
A 6 Week - 6 Module Group Workshop to empower you with tools & techniques leading up to and for your birthing day. As a mother myself I noticed a need for this type of preparation. I found much focus ...
Hosted by MindFul Space Counselling Loren Thompson
Counsellor, RTC, RPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6H
A 6 Week - 6 Module Group Workshop to empower you with tools & techniques leading up to and for your birthing day. As a mother myself I noticed a need for this type of preparation. I found much focus ...
7 Principles Couples Workshop
This 3-day, weekend Group or Couples Workshop is suited for couples who are looking to do a relationship tune-up. You may identify issues with communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving and would like psycho-educational tools to help you navigate these issues. ...
Hosted by Metamorphose Counselling and Consultation Ltd.
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Coquitlam, BC V3K
This 3-day, weekend Group or Couples Workshop is suited for couples who are looking to do a relationship tune-up. You may identify issues with communication, conflict resolution and problem-solving and would like psycho-educational tools to help you navigate these issues. ...
Anger Management
Here is a video that gives a brief overview of the program: https://youtu.be/PxU3_18W FgI Anger is taboo in our society. This group was formed to assist people with managing their anger, and learning new and healthier ways to express and ...
Here is a video that gives a brief overview of the program: https://youtu.be/PxU3_18W FgI Anger is taboo in our society. This group was formed to assist people with managing their anger, and learning new and healthier ways to express and ...
Anxiety Management Group
It is a small, intimate group in which participants will learn about the causes, physiology, symptoms and management of anxiety. The group will be facilitated by Sarah Flynn MREM, MA, RCC and will be an hour and a half long ...
Hosted by Synergia Counselling and Consulting
Counsellor, RCC, MA, MREM
Verified Verified
Group meets in Victoria, BC V8T
It is a small, intimate group in which participants will learn about the causes, physiology, symptoms and management of anxiety. The group will be facilitated by Sarah Flynn MREM, MA, RCC and will be an hour and a half long ...
Navigating Grief & Loss
A six week virtual counselling group focused on learning how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Wednesday, May 15 and will run for 6 weeks. The group is facilitated by our intern counsellors Olivia Armstrong and Cheyenne ...
Hosted by Emergence Counselling & Wellness Inc
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vancouver, BC V6E
A six week virtual counselling group focused on learning how to navigate grief and loss. The group begins on Wednesday, May 15 and will run for 6 weeks. The group is facilitated by our intern counsellors Olivia Armstrong and Cheyenne ...
EFFT Caregiver Workshop
Does your child—young or adult—struggle with anxiety, ADHD, depression, substance use problems, an eating disorder, or other mental health concerns? Do you struggle with their behavior and/or setting limits and/or how to respond to their emotions? Inspired by EFFT– and ...
Hosted by Chantal Bourke
Counsellor, MA, RCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in North Vancouver, BC V7J
Does your child—young or adult—struggle with anxiety, ADHD, depression, substance use problems, an eating disorder, or other mental health concerns? Do you struggle with their behavior and/or setting limits and/or how to respond to their emotions? Inspired by EFFT– and ...
DBT Training offered in Abby (March 20-24, 2023)
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is proven evidence based therapy to treat very complex mental health behaviours and conditions. Explore Wellness is pleased to offer this valuable training to the local counsellors engaged in providing mental health counselling to clients in ...
Hosted by Explore wellness Inc. www.explorewellness.ca
Counsellor, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Abbotsford, BC V3G
Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) is proven evidence based therapy to treat very complex mental health behaviours and conditions. Explore Wellness is pleased to offer this valuable training to the local counsellors engaged in providing mental health counselling to clients in ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in British Columbia?
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.