Write On for Better Health
see www.barbaraburrows.com and search "expressive writing" for information on this therapeutic writing course.
Hosted by Barbara Burrows
Licensed Psychoanalyst, RP, ATPPP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, ON L7P
see www.barbaraburrows.com and search "expressive writing" for information on this therapeutic writing course.
OCD Group - Currently runs ONLINE
This is a therapy group for people ages 18 years and older who suffer from OCD. The goal is to learn about OCD and its treatment, take steps toward recovery, practice ERP, and receive support and encouragement. The group includes ...
Hosted by Anna Prudovski @ Ocd And Anxiety Clinic. Turning Point Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, (c)ACT, CACBT, CPsych, iOCDF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thornhill, ON L4J
This is a therapy group for people ages 18 years and older who suffer from OCD. The goal is to learn about OCD and its treatment, take steps toward recovery, practice ERP, and receive support and encouragement. The group includes ...
Anxiety Groups
NO NEED TO FRET (ages 8-11), provides successful strategies to help anxious children cope with fears and worries. (Oct. 5-Nov. 2, 2022 and Mar. 29-Apr. 26, 2023 from 5:00-6:00 pm). Fee: $100. CONQUERING TEEN ANXIETY for ages 12-14, assists teens ...
Hosted by Woolwich Counselling Centre
Registered Social Worker, MSW RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elmira, ON N3B
NO NEED TO FRET (ages 8-11), provides successful strategies to help anxious children cope with fears and worries. (Oct. 5-Nov. 2, 2022 and Mar. 29-Apr. 26, 2023 from 5:00-6:00 pm). Fee: $100. CONQUERING TEEN ANXIETY for ages 12-14, assists teens ...
Seeking Safety (online)
A skills group for people with a history of trauma and addiction. It focuses on healthy coping skills and useful problem solving skills.
Hosted by Emma Stafford-Coyte
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSW, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6G
A skills group for people with a history of trauma and addiction. It focuses on healthy coping skills and useful problem solving skills.
Acceptance Nurse Psychotherapy
Hosted by Sheena Howard Nurse Psychotherapist
RN, BNSc, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Peterborough, ON K9H
Porn Addiction Support Group - Spring Series
Join our transformative 9-week online porn addiction support group—an empathetic, confidential haven for recovery. Break free from isolation as you embark on a shame-free journey. Accountability is needed, but hard to come by when we want to quit porn since ...
Hosted by Dana Kaake
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6B
Join our transformative 9-week online porn addiction support group—an empathetic, confidential haven for recovery. Break free from isolation as you embark on a shame-free journey. Accountability is needed, but hard to come by when we want to quit porn since ...
Ontario PACT Therapists
We are a group of Ontario Couple Therapists who have studied with Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT and use his Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy®. We meet monthly as a group with Dr. Tatkin to review cases and optimize our ...
Hosted by Louise Dorfman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1G
We are a group of Ontario Couple Therapists who have studied with Dr. Stan Tatkin, PsyD, MFT and use his Psychobiological Approach to Couple Therapy®. We meet monthly as a group with Dr. Tatkin to review cases and optimize our ...
Connected Fathers
This is an ACT-based, eight-week program aimed at improving co-parenting outcomes, fostering positive parenting skills and reducing abusive behaviours in men.
Hosted by The Zen Social Worker
Registered Social Worker, BA, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamilton, ON L8V
This is an ACT-based, eight-week program aimed at improving co-parenting outcomes, fostering positive parenting skills and reducing abusive behaviours in men.
Clinical Supervision (focus on sexual health)
Hosted by Sex Therapy Kingston | Dr. Jenn Bossio
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kingston, ON K7L
"Me in Intimate Relationships"
A Group Exploring Your Patterns of Connection
Are you tired of unfulfilling or disappointing relationships?
Join us in exploring the dynamics of intimacy and your own unique patterns in relationships. Through a well researched Schema Therapy approach, we will focus on understanding ...
Hosted by Frances Miller
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakville, ON L6J
A Group Exploring Your Patterns of Connection
Are you tired of unfulfilling or disappointing relationships?
Join us in exploring the dynamics of intimacy and your own unique patterns in relationships. Through a well researched Schema Therapy approach, we will focus on understanding ...
torontopsychotherapists.ca
Qualified Psychotherapists in the Toronto area. Search by location, read articles written by our therapists, browse their profiles and choose someone who fits!
Hosted by Tom Barwell
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4V
Qualified Psychotherapists in the Toronto area. Search by location, read articles written by our therapists, browse their profiles and choose someone who fits!
Blissful Balance Counselling
Hosted by Ghadir Kawar- Blissful Balance Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2P
Clinical Supervision
For those seeking certification with CRPO who have the status RQ I offer online group supervision. Contact for more information.
Hosted by Louise Graves
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2C
For those seeking certification with CRPO who have the status RQ I offer online group supervision. Contact for more information.
Anxiety Group
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT): 12 weeks, once per week/90 minutes. Fee: $900 includes 2 individual sessions (1 pre & 1 post group), workbook/group material, pre/post measurement tools & all groups. Commitment: Two individual sessions (1 assessment session & 1 discharge/next ...
Hosted by Canadian Psychotherapy Alliance
Registered Social Worker, HBA, HBSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L5M
Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT): 12 weeks, once per week/90 minutes. Fee: $900 includes 2 individual sessions (1 pre & 1 post group), workbook/group material, pre/post measurement tools & all groups. Commitment: Two individual sessions (1 assessment session & 1 discharge/next ...
Skills Training.
Call 647 500 0239 for Online
Hosted by dear2me Counselling and Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L5B
Call 647 500 0239 for Online
Online Therapeutic Photography Group
Therapeutic Photography (photography-as-therapy) is a photographic-based exploratory practice. It connects the personal experience with the process of taking photos: deciding what will be photographed, setting up, reflecting on photographic images, the emotional experience associated with them, reflective writing on the ...
Hosted by Alina Chirila
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterloo, ON N2L
Therapeutic Photography (photography-as-therapy) is a photographic-based exploratory practice. It connects the personal experience with the process of taking photos: deciding what will be photographed, setting up, reflecting on photographic images, the emotional experience associated with them, reflective writing on the ...
Afterwards- Making Meaning after Loss
This is a small virtual group that takes place weekly to support those who are experiencing grief and loss. There is a minimum commitment requirement due to the nature of the group. Please inquire directly for more information.
Hosted by Elena Salini
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6P
This is a small virtual group that takes place weekly to support those who are experiencing grief and loss. There is a minimum commitment requirement due to the nature of the group. Please inquire directly for more information.
Blissful Balance Counselling
Blissful Balance Counselling provides therapy services to clients of all backgrounds. Start your healing journey today!
Hosted by Husainat Bakare- Blissful Balance Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2P
Blissful Balance Counselling provides therapy services to clients of all backgrounds. Start your healing journey today!
H 3: Holistic Health and Healing (Youth & Adults)
A transformation program designed from the lens of Holistic Wellbeing! This program brings you: A holistic journey to reawaken your relationship with your true essence – The Self, while giving you the knowledge, tools and exercises that will strengthen your ...
Hosted by Asiya Z Shaikh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L5M
A transformation program designed from the lens of Holistic Wellbeing! This program brings you: A holistic journey to reawaken your relationship with your true essence – The Self, while giving you the knowledge, tools and exercises that will strengthen your ...
Dating Couples Communication: Counseling & Therapy
If you want a life-giving relationship you have to work smart & get feedback. To join this counsellor lead focus group: 1. Submit your information below for a FREE consultation, we will ask what you want from a relationship specialist ...
Hosted by A Couples Relationship Marriage Date | MSW & RSW
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, CAMFT, Gottman, SFBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4N
If you want a life-giving relationship you have to work smart & get feedback. To join this counsellor lead focus group: 1. Submit your information below for a FREE consultation, we will ask what you want from a relationship specialist ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Ontario?
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.