An evidence-based program for teens with ASD. PEERS is for motivated teens who are interested in learning how to make and keep friends. 14 sessions. Groups run year-roundwhen we reach minimum enrolment. Location: Group Online. Runs year-round based on demand. 4 Topics: Friendship Skills, Conversation Skills, Handling Disagreements, Handling Bullying. Enrolment is limited to 6 to 8 kids!
Hosted by Sarah Husain
Psychologist, MEd, CPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, ON L7L
I am a licensed clinical and school psychologist with over 15 years experience working with children, teens, and their parents. I provide treatment for a wide range of issues, including anxiety, OCD, ADHD, emotional regulation, grief, social skills, and stress. I use different modalities as needed, including CBT, acceptance, mindfulness, self-compassion, and collaborative problem solving. I value caregiver involvement , and offer parent/caregiver support for challenging issues.
Tailored and customized workshops for youth in sports such as hockey, soccer, dance, cheerleading and more. These workshops are provided to sporting organizations, teams and clubs, tailored to meet youth athletes mental health needs in relation to the demands of their sport. The workshops not only provide education, knowledge, tools, strategies and information to help youth thrive in their sport but also provide mental health supports that will carry over into their every day lives. Separate sessions are also offered for coaches trainers and parents in order to provide them with the tools to better support youth with their mental health and wellness.
Hosted by Lauren Mallon
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, BSc
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, ON L7T
Life is full of ups and downs, some we handle with ease, others leave us feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to turn. If you feel this way, you're not alone and you don’t have to figure it out by yourself. No issue is too big or small for therapy and wherever you're at, you're welcome here.Therapy is a space to feel seen, understood, and supported while exploring what’s holding you back and discovering new ways to move forward. I believe we all have the capacity to grow, heal, and step more fully into the life we want to live. Sometimes, we just need the right support and someone to show us there is hope.
Why do we spend money? How can we treat money in a way that is consistent with what you value most. In this course for teens age 12-17, discuss the messages we receive about money and our worth in society, as we explore money knowledge, decision making, meaningful work, planning, and credit options. It’s not a typical financial literacy course. Teens are invited into dialogue about being accountable to their values rather than how advertisers and peers pressure them to use their money.
Hosted by Matthew D. Bean -Fmc
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), CCDP, OCT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, ON L7M
Are you a youth or adult looking to find direction and build hope? With two decades of experience in high school and university settings, I understand the varied stressors in school, work, family, and community.
Dr. Anthony Hutchinson is a nationally-recognized, award-winning community leader who is a Clinician, Professor, Epidemiologist, Researcher, Analyst, Speaker and Parent. Dr. Hutchinson is an Ontario Superior Court-certified youth gang expert who is regularly featured in the media across Canada. Now in his 50s, Dr. Hutchinson experienced - first-hand - youth-gang activity during his own teenage years. Subsequently, Dr. Hutchinson offers unparalleled insights, perspectives and solutions to youth gang involvement, teen violence & adolescent addictions that move beyond academic theory, law enforcement frustration, and political rhetoric. View online: www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFXEEeQ-CC4
Hosted by Tony Hutchinson
Registered Social Worker
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burlington, ON L7L
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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 the underlying themes that you’ve learned through your life experiences, as well as developing effective strategies for more rewarding relationships. As a group, we will work actively toward resolving the patterns that are your obstacles to meaningful connection with others.
Hosted by Frances Miller
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakville, ON L6J
If you would like to find out more about enriching your intimate, family or peer relationships, or resolving obstacles to your personal fulfillment and happiness, please give me a call, or reach out by email to the Oakville Schema Therapy Center.
Maintaining strong, intimate adult relationships is a challenge for anyone in today's busy world. For some people, anxiety and depression may be impacting their personal happiness, parenting, marriage or career. Others have had painful life histories that interfere with being able to feel safely connected with loved ones and peers. Grief, family transition, communication problems, trauma, and ADHD can make it difficult to find the meaning and connection that give life its joy. As founder of the Oakville Schema Therapy Center, I use my extensive experience in ST as a powerful, effective approach to making changes in your life.
An Advanced Group Exploring Your Patterns of Connection
Are you ready for The Next Step?
This group will offer a more advanced Schema Therapy approach, utilizing a variety of interactive strategies. We will be using visual imagery, re-scripting, mode dialogues, role plays, and creative work to target modes at the emotional level. Research tells us that this approach leads to deeper change, as you strive to find the intimate connections that offer life its joy and meaning.
Hosted by Frances Miller
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakville, ON L6J
If you would like to find out more about enriching your intimate, family or peer relationships, or resolving obstacles to your personal fulfillment and happiness, please give me a call, or reach out by email to the Oakville Schema Therapy Center.
Maintaining strong, intimate adult relationships is a challenge for anyone in today's busy world. For some people, anxiety and depression may be impacting their personal happiness, parenting, marriage or career. Others have had painful life histories that interfere with being able to feel safely connected with loved ones and peers. Grief, family transition, communication problems, trauma, and ADHD can make it difficult to find the meaning and connection that give life its joy. As founder of the Oakville Schema Therapy Center, I use my extensive experience in ST as a powerful, effective approach to making changes in your life.
Divorce/separation is one of the most difficult transitions in life. The separation/divorce groups take place virtually, including 6-8 individuals. The Women's Support Group takes place very Monday evening from 6:00 to 7:30 pm, and the Men's Support Group, takes place every Tuesday from 6 pm to 7:30 pm. The cost is $70.00 per group. The goal is to help participants feel empowered, gain validation and support, and leave with new skills. Please go to my website: awarenesswithstephanie.com to Book a free 15 min. consult so that we can meet, and I can share details.
Hosted by Stephanie A Turner
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, CCC, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6G
My practice is entitled 'Awareness: The First Step to Healthy Living' because I believe that clients want to explore and become familiar with their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, so that life can feel fulfilling. We all experience confusion in life, questioning how to navigate the difficult stages of change, loss, upheaval, insecurity, and, hoping to feel content and accepting of ourselves. I hope to work with clients who want help in managing their lives, whether they struggle with serious mental health, or would like reflect on what they can do better.
This is an 8-week, virtual therapy group for queer/gay/bi/trans men. Together we will: explore the experience of loneliness; nurture deeper social connections; engage in creative-based activities; practice relational skills; and build a stronger sense of belonging within self and community. This group is for queer/gay man who are: ages 20+; desiring deeper social connections; curious about the intersections of loneliness, queerness, and gender; and are willing to engage therapeutically and creatively (e.g. writing, art). Sessions are Wednesdays, 5:30-7:30, on October 2, 9, 16, 23, and November 6, 13, 20, 27.
Hosted by Dan Bevan-Baker
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MTA, BMus
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6S
Stepping into therapy can be evocative. It invites us to delve into our inner world and befriend parts of ourselves who we discover - often the hurt, hidden, and hopeful. I join you for this journey as your guide and am committed to embodying collaboration, warmth, playfulness, curiosity, and compassion. In our space we will safely weave together your stories, explore meaningful insights, and experiment with new ways of being, feeling, and relating. My approach to care is rooted in anti-oppressive, intersectional, and trauma-informed frameworks. I also bring years of experience as a queer musician and music therapist into my work.
Praxis Counselling is a team of qualified and experienced mental health professionals trained to meet our clients’ emotional needs. We believe in a culturally sensitive approach. This means that we are mindful and well-equipped to deal with both cultural differences and similarities. We are also experienced in helping people manage conflict that may arise out of cultural differences. We look forward to working with you to help you live the life you want.
Hosted by Praxis Counselling
Registered Social Worker, MSW, PhD, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakville, ON L6J
We believe in a culturally sensitive approach. This means that we are mindful and well-equipped to deal with both cultural differences and similarities. We are also experienced in helping people manage conflict that may arise out of cultural differences. We look forward to working with you to help you live the life you want.
MYACT (Mindful Yoga-based Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) combines third wave cognitive behavioural therapy approach with yoga, meditation & group exercises/discussion into each weekly session. This group has limited spots available and runs for eight weeks. Issues addressed may include (but is not limited to) anxiety, depression, self confidence, loneliness, stress, grief, and trauma.
I am an active and empathetic counsellor, these qualities tend to make it easier for new clients to engage in this process with me. I believe that struggling is a normal part of being human, my commitment is to show up with respect and to listen. In our work together, I will introduce you to new ways of thinking about the difficulties you're struggling with by encouraging you to use mindfulness meditation and movement in a way that can offer new solutions to old problems.
This group will run weekly in July and August for teens between the ages of 12 - 18 and will be a fun and interactive way to build anxiety management skills, social skills, and make memories! Topics for the group will include Navigating Change, Self-Esteem and Body Image, Healthy Relationships, Emotion Regulation, Goal Setting and much more. Participants will meet weekly in person and engage in games and activities that cover meaningful topics and allow for long lasting skill development and positive memories.
Hosted by Debra I Musgrave
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamilton, ON L8P
I have worked with families, children and teens in various roles and capacities over the past 20 years. I have assisted clients through grief and loss, crises, traumatic experiences, life transitions, and identity formation. Mixing Afrocentric and Western Social Work knowledge, skills and practices has assisted in shaping the empathy, understanding and supports I can offer clients. When I’m not working, I enjoy spending time at cultural events, attending concerts and sporting events, and watching fantasy and sci fi movies and shows. I also cherish my time with friends as well as the younger and older generations of my family.
Running weekly in July and August, this 90 minute group for young people between the ages of 12 - 18 focuses on mental health strategies, healthy relationships and friendships, emotion regulation, goal setting and much more! We use a fun and interactive model to engage young people in interesting sessions and help build lasting skills and positive memories.
Hosted by Chriselle Vaz
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamilton, ON L8P
I am incredibly passionate about helping others get the support they need to live their best possible lives. In my work, I strive to create a safe and comfortable environment for individuals, couples, and families to talk through a variety of issues such as: anxiety, depression, relationship concerns, trauma, self-esteem, and other life transitions. I use a client-centered, integrative approach to highlight my clients' strengths and work toward meaningful and practical strategies to relieve the stress and pain of their current circumstances. I believe in a collaborative therapeutic relationship :)
For those seeking support with emotional distress, relationship issues, impulsivity, stress, anxiety, or depression. Practice skills in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and social effectiveness to build healthier habits and relationships. The group will meet weekly for 12 weeks, starting Wednesday April 2, 2025 from 6-8pm.
Hosted by Tala Barrage
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L4X
Welcome! You are taking the incredibly courageous and inspiring decision to seek support despite feeling overwhelmed and intimidated. I cultivate a culturally sensitive safe space for you to better understand yourself and address challenges you may be facing such as anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, grief, relationship difficulties, and low self-esteem. In using a holistic and client-centered approach, I work collaboratively with you as a unique individual with your own unique needs to help you create a more purposeful, connected, and fulfilling life.
If you feel lonely even in relationships, struggle with trust or boundaries, or often withdraw from connection, you’re not alone. Relationship Lab is a long-term therapy group where you can explore how you connect, relate, and show up with others. Through real-time interactions, you’ll gain insight into your patterns, build emotional resilience, and grow relational skills in a supportive environment. Starts Sept/Oct 2025. Meets every other week for 3 hours (9-month commitment). 7–10 participants. $250/month. In-person. Contact me for more information.
Hosted by Olga Klimenkova
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, GIT Dip
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6J
It takes courage to reach out for support when not knowing what to do. That can be quite a lonely and painful experience, together with feeling disconnected, stuck and overwhelmed. You can get a better understanding of your feelings and behaviors, see how you are entrenched in your own patterns or how you get in your own way, process past experiences and just talk about heavy stuff without feeling like a burden. This work can bring you closer to understanding and experiencing your authentic self.
Our dream is to equip children with essential life skills; so that they can grow up as healthy, resilient and balanced individuals, capable of meeting the ever-increasing demands of academics and other life’s challenges effectively while maintaining their well-being. Personal development program for children and adolescents to help them develop emotional and Social Quotient. This training will be age-appropriate and entertaining with lots of experiential learning, stories, experiments and live interaction with the trainer. This curriculum is based on evidence-based research to teach essential life skills necessary for their future success.
Hosted by Asiya Z Shaikh
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mississauga, ON L5M
Imagine unleashing the true version of your 'Self' & knowing the treasures you have inside you! Sometimes we get stuck thinking about the past and it's exhausting, replaying what happened and wishing you could forget and move on. If you have a history of trauma, a painful childhood, or have suffered from anxiety/depression, OCD, grief, or phobias, then this is even more true of you. Every time you let go off old perspectives, conditioning & hurt you allow yourself to heal & create a new future because every breath is a chance to be reborn. Allow yourself to find joy in the ordinary, evolve, liberate & reclaim your 'Self'! Live It...
One of the hardest things our children can experience is difficulty with friendships. This can happen for so many different reasons. This small group (4 children) will focus on Friendship Skills and practice them amongst the group. This group is scheduled to be an outdoor group. Once the Skills section of the group is completed, the children will have time to practice those skills through outdoor play in both Sunshine Circle (Theraplay) activities and in free play.
Hosted by Laura M Archer
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, BASc
Verified Verified
Group meets in Waterdown, ON L0R
As a mother myself, my passion is helping other mothers and children. I enjoy working with both adults and children (generally up to 12yrs old) and together, we can have meaningful conversations that align with your goals.
I provide evidence and nurture-based information to support you in your parenting choices and children in enhancing their emotional wellness, which is often connected to working through worries and bringing their confidence to the forefront.
Artistic expression through art , play & movement Opportunity to explore one’s identity, emotions, and purpose through connecting with others who are going through similar experiences • Safe space where they feel valued , heard, and not judged •Introduced the concept of values around friends, family, sex, body image, drugs. . Values will be revisited later in the sessions and explored at greater depth •Mindfulness activities like breathwork , meditation, journaling that help to disconnect from unhelpful patterns , allowing to embrace the present and the possibility of dealing with anxiety , sadness, and stress. an opportunity to connect with others experiencing similar thoughts and feelings.
Hosted by Arthi Bala Specialized Couples And Sex Therapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MSc, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brampton, ON L6V
You may feel stuck, disconnected, or held back by shame, trauma, or past experiences. I help clients heal intimacy struggles,emotional wounds, & body disconnection through somatic therapy, energy healing, & trauma-informed talk therapy.
Sexual shame, trauma, or intimacy issues
Masculine & feminine energy imbalances
Emotional wounds from childhood or past relationships
Body image struggles or disconnection from pleasure
Patterns of self-sabotage, fear, or guilt
Is your goal to break free from old conditioning, reconnect with your body, & embrace pleasure, confidence, & self-trust.I can help you move beyond limiting beliefs.
GROUP START DATE: MARCH 2020. This 12-session weekly group, led by two facilitators, is focused on building social skills, emotional regulation and self-esteem in an inclusive, safe, and interactive environment. Our unique group will help high-school teens, ages 14-17, develop the social and communication skills (ie. making and keeping friends) they need in order to lead positive and productive lives.
Hosted by Isabel Thorman
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakville, ON L6J
Clients of all ages come to me with a range of concerns, such as marital problems, mood disorders, relationship challenges, parenting struggles and other disturbances. They want the opportunity to tell their stories without judgment, to be asked the right questions, and be heard and understood. With this in mind, clients are assisted in identifying clear attainable goals for personal change in a collaborative manner, and empirically validated methods are used to help them achieve their goals.
This group allows for participants to engage in various activities, including colouring, playing card games, or discussing mental health challenges with peers. One of the Stardust Team Members will over see this group and engage in peer support, as well as facilitate a small activity. Snacks will be provided. Please note there are limited seats due to space, so signing up prior is encouraged!
Hosted by Stardust Therapeutic Collective
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, RSSW, SSW, BSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hamilton, ON L8M
Stardust is a queer-owned collective of mental health workers trying to make counselling more accessible and affirming to folks experiencing systemic oppression. All of our team members have lived experience with mental health issues and/or neurodivergence, and we recognize the role that oppression plays in causing and aggravating mental health stuff. We work from a trauma-informed, intersectional and social justice-focused framework. We believe in harm reduction and are strongly sex and sex-worker positive, kink positive, familiar with non-traditional relationship dynamics, body-positive, and anti-capitalist.
This peer co-led group is for young people ages 18-24 who may identify as GTIm (Gifted, Talented, Intense-Minded) website acornandanchor.com. Come and hang out together in a shared space and connect with like-minded peers. The youth in each term of group sessions will co-create the program together and if interested in leading a session, may receive a certificate in peer leadership. Individuals may apply to be primary facilitators for future groups! $100 registration fee for 6 sessions, additional session fees may apply each session for activities. info@acornandanchor.com
Hosted by Michelle L. Guy
Registered Social Worker, RSW/MSW, CYCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Toronto, ON M6P
At Acorn & Anchor Therapy Centre we have therapists who work with children, teens, and adults. We work with individuals, couples and families to provide comprehensive services to our clients under one roof! Whether you’re experiencing a life transition, a crisis of identity, anxiety, depression, or simply feeling stuck, our experienced therapists bring a strengths-based, relational, and individualized approach to every session. At Acorn & Anchor, we believe that growth begins with understanding and acceptance—and we’re here to guide and support you (or your child/teen) every step of the way.
