This is an online yoga and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) group for generalized anxiety. You must be diagnosed with GAD to take part. The program will help you to: Challenge maladaptive automatic thoughts, bring non-judgemental awareness to experience with distance, to better tolerate physiological aspects of anxiety, regulate breathing patterns for overall calm, to move in ways that bring strength and ease, tap into unique gifts, develop courage, and foster a capacity for compassion. Next group is starting soon (will post when it's finalized).
This is an online yoga and Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT) group for generalized anxiety. You must be diagnosed with GAD to take part. The program will help you to: Challenge maladaptive automatic thoughts, bring non-judgemental awareness to experience with distance, to better tolerate physiological aspects of anxiety, regulate breathing patterns for overall calm, to move in ways that bring strength and ease, tap into unique gifts, develop courage, and foster a capacity for compassion. Next group is starting soon (will post when it's finalized).
Group therapy for girls to build solid, healthy friendships. A positive evidence-informed group therapy focused on emotional regulation, communication & fostering healthy friendships for resilient mental health.
Group therapy for girls to build solid, healthy friendships. A positive evidence-informed group therapy focused on emotional regulation, communication & fostering healthy friendships for resilient mental health.
The OCD Support Group is a small group of male and female adults that have struggled with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or a similar issue. It focuses on issues that can be barriers to treatment progress, such as feelings of isolation, loneliness, social withdrawal, stress, family and relationship discord, untrustworthiness, lack of motivation, difficulty making decisions, and being overwhelmed. This group enables members to recognize that they are not alone with experiencing these issues and begin to build rapport with others and learn healthy coping strategies to feel more empowered in their lives and improve work and social relationships.
The OCD Support Group is a small group of male and female adults that have struggled with depression, anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder, or a similar issue. It focuses on issues that can be barriers to treatment progress, such as feelings of isolation, loneliness, social withdrawal, stress, family and relationship discord, untrustworthiness, lack of motivation, difficulty making decisions, and being overwhelmed. This group enables members to recognize that they are not alone with experiencing these issues and begin to build rapport with others and learn healthy coping strategies to feel more empowered in their lives and improve work and social relationships.
Approved for 30 hours of CEUs* This 5 Day Mindful Self Compassion Intensive is a the full eight-session MSC curriculum experienced in an intensive format with Certified MSC teacher. MSC is a research-supported program developed by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer. Research on self-compassion has shown that it boosts happiness and improves relationships while reducing anxiety, depression and shame. Increased levels of self-compassion can transform empathy fatigue into wholehearted engagement with others.
I may suggest an individualized and integrated range of interventions from Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Science, Mindfulness Based Therapies & Process Based CBT supported by our open and collaborative therapeutic alliance for you.
Approved for 30 hours of CEUs* This 5 Day Mindful Self Compassion Intensive is a the full eight-session MSC curriculum experienced in an intensive format with Certified MSC teacher. MSC is a research-supported program developed by Dr. Kristin Neff and Dr. Christopher Germer. Research on self-compassion has shown that it boosts happiness and improves relationships while reducing anxiety, depression and shame. Increased levels of self-compassion can transform empathy fatigue into wholehearted engagement with others.
Is your loved one in treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? This is an opportunity to connect with other caregivers, parents, siblings, and loved ones of those in therapy for OCD. These questions will be addressed: How do I support my loved one? Am I being mean if I challenge my loved one? What's my role in my loved one's therapy process? What do I do when they seek reassurance? Do I help them stop their compulsions? What does "accommodating OCD" mean?
I use evidence-based CBT methods in my practice.
Is your loved one in treatment for Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)? This is an opportunity to connect with other caregivers, parents, siblings, and loved ones of those in therapy for OCD. These questions will be addressed: How do I support my loved one? Am I being mean if I challenge my loved one? What's my role in my loved one's therapy process? What do I do when they seek reassurance? Do I help them stop their compulsions? What does "accommodating OCD" mean?
Self-Management and Recovery Training. It is a non-profit, science based program that helps people recover from addictive behaviors. Addictive Behaviors can be alcohol, smoking, drugs, gambling, sex, eating, shopping, self-harm etc. No matter what addictive behavior you are not alone. This is a donation based group and we suggest a 5$ donation but all are welcome.
Hosted by Shontelle Prokipcak
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, CCAC, CCS-AC
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2E
I often use a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness to assist you in processing what you need to process and to change ways of thinking, feeling, and doing.
Self-Management and Recovery Training. It is a non-profit, science based program that helps people recover from addictive behaviors. Addictive Behaviors can be alcohol, smoking, drugs, gambling, sex, eating, shopping, self-harm etc. No matter what addictive behavior you are not alone. This is a donation based group and we suggest a 5$ donation but all are welcome.
If you’re living with OCD, it can feel incredibly isolating, especially when others don’t understand what you’re going through. This group is designed as a supportive, judgment-free space where you can discuss your experiences with exposure and response prevention (ERP), and get encouragement from others who’ve been there, and stay motivated and accountable between therapy sessions. Whether you’re currently in treatment or seeking to supplement individual therapy, this group offers an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with others who truly understand.
Hosted by Jasmine Hess
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), M.Ed., RP(Q)
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1N
If you’re living with OCD, it can feel incredibly isolating, especially when others don’t understand what you’re going through. This group is designed as a supportive, judgment-free space where you can discuss your experiences with exposure and response prevention (ERP), and get encouragement from others who’ve been there, and stay motivated and accountable between therapy sessions. Whether you’re currently in treatment or seeking to supplement individual therapy, this group offers an opportunity to connect, learn, and grow with others who truly understand.
The Culminate Group offers invaluable support through their mental health services and compassionate therapists. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental health challenge, their dedicated team is there to guide you towards healing and growth. Their therapists provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and work through your difficulties. With personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs, the Culminate Group helps you develop coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and build resilience.
The Culminate Group offers invaluable support through their mental health services and compassionate therapists. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or any other mental health challenge, their dedicated team is there to guide you towards healing and growth. Their therapists provide a safe and non-judgmental space where you can express yourself freely and work through your difficulties. With personalized treatment plans tailored to your specific needs, the Culminate Group helps you develop coping strategies, improve self-awareness, and build resilience.
We are a group practice providing psychotherapy, counselling, and mental health services that are attachment-focused and rooted in nature.
Hosted by Anastasia Marie Machan
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA, BA, RECE
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2C
We are a group practice providing psychotherapy, counselling, and mental health services that are attachment-focused and rooted in nature.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by academic stress, experiencing anxiety or panic attacks, struggling with family or relationship issues, or simply trying to find balance during an important life transition, we provide a supportive and non-judgmental space to talk things through. Individual sessions allow for personalized support, while group therapy offers connection with others who may be facing similar challenges, helping reduce isolation and foster a sense of belonging. Our goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and equipped to move forward, both in your studies and in your life.
Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by academic stress, experiencing anxiety or panic attacks, struggling with family or relationship issues, or simply trying to find balance during an important life transition, we provide a supportive and non-judgmental space to talk things through. Individual sessions allow for personalized support, while group therapy offers connection with others who may be facing similar challenges, helping reduce isolation and foster a sense of belonging. Our goal is to help you feel more grounded, empowered, and equipped to move forward, both in your studies and in your life.
Is your child quick to “flip their lid”? Do they struggle to stay calm when they get frustrated? Once they are worked up do they take a long time to calm down? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions this emotional regulation group may be for you. 8-week in-person group for children in grade 1-3 & 4-6 struggling with emotion regulation (two groups will run simultaneously). This Group is offered in French and English.
Hosted by The Child, Adolescent, and Family Center of Ottawa
Treatment Centre
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1G
Our clinicians use developmentally appropriate, evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness-Based approaches.
Is your child quick to “flip their lid”? Do they struggle to stay calm when they get frustrated? Once they are worked up do they take a long time to calm down? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions this emotional regulation group may be for you. 8-week in-person group for children in grade 1-3 & 4-6 struggling with emotion regulation (two groups will run simultaneously). This Group is offered in French and English.
We welcome you to our bright modern relaxing office located in the Hunt Club area of Ottawa. This office is located on the first floor and is disability accessible. Located off the 417 Walkley exit. This clinic is a 14 minute drive from downtown Ottawa, the Glebe, and Orleans, and 10 minutes from Findley Creek area. Our therapists are trained to work with adults, teens, children, and couples.
Hosted by Angela Howell-Moneta
Registered Psychotherapist, RP , MEd, PhD
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1G
I use a variety of evidence-based therapies including cognitive behaviour therapy and playful fun activities.
We welcome you to our bright modern relaxing office located in the Hunt Club area of Ottawa. This office is located on the first floor and is disability accessible. Located off the 417 Walkley exit. This clinic is a 14 minute drive from downtown Ottawa, the Glebe, and Orleans, and 10 minutes from Findley Creek area. Our therapists are trained to work with adults, teens, children, and couples.
This psychoeducation group program covers Dr. Armstrong's "Mental Posture". Just as physical posture is the way you carry your body in the world, mental posture is the way you carry yourself mentally. It's a combination of mindful attention, warm self-compassion and self-care and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. With these three components, you will have the foundation to start building a life of meaning and value. This group is intended to run monthly. Contact us for the next start date!
This psychoeducation group program covers Dr. Armstrong's "Mental Posture". Just as physical posture is the way you carry your body in the world, mental posture is the way you carry yourself mentally. It's a combination of mindful attention, warm self-compassion and self-care and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset. With these three components, you will have the foundation to start building a life of meaning and value. This group is intended to run monthly. Contact us for the next start date!
Girl Talk is a therapeutic group for young women and girls, led by two female Registered Psychotherapists. The program combines evidence-informed therapy techniques with engaging activities and guided discussions in a safe, supportive space. Participants celebrate their strengths while building confidence, social skills, emotional regulation, and coping strategies. Using trauma-informed care and resilience-building practices, they learn to navigate challenges and grow emotionally. We provide all materials and extensive take-home resources to support ongoing learning. This group fosters healing, resilience, and meaningful friendships, empowering young women to thrive with professional mental health support.
I use evidence-based approaches like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy ( CBT), Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), and Trauma-Focused Therapy to support your healing and growth.
Girl Talk is a therapeutic group for young women and girls, led by two female Registered Psychotherapists. The program combines evidence-informed therapy techniques with engaging activities and guided discussions in a safe, supportive space. Participants celebrate their strengths while building confidence, social skills, emotional regulation, and coping strategies. Using trauma-informed care and resilience-building practices, they learn to navigate challenges and grow emotionally. We provide all materials and extensive take-home resources to support ongoing learning. This group fosters healing, resilience, and meaningful friendships, empowering young women to thrive with professional mental health support.
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: From March 4 to May 6, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm (April 1 session rescheduled for March 31 Tuesday from 6-8 pm due to office closure.) -- To register Please contact the program coordinator: Stephanie Wolfert, MSW, RSW (613)722-2225 ext 485 swolfert@jfsottawa.com $540 per person ($54 per session). Valid receipt for insurance coverage is available.
She uses modalities like Dialectical Behaviour, Cognitive Behavioural, Narrative, and Solution-Focused therapies to guide clients on their path to helpful anger expression.
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: From March 4 to May 6, 2026 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm (April 1 session rescheduled for March 31 Tuesday from 6-8 pm due to office closure.) -- To register Please contact the program coordinator: Stephanie Wolfert, MSW, RSW (613)722-2225 ext 485 swolfert@jfsottawa.com $540 per person ($54 per session). Valid receipt for insurance coverage is available.
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: Wednesdays evenings from Oct 15 to Dec. 17, 2025 - WHERE: Virtual - TIME: 6:00pm to 8:00pm. To register Please contact the program coordinator: Stephanie Wolfert, MSW, RSW (613)722-2225 ext. 485 swolfert@jfsottawa.com $540 per person ($54 per session). Valid receipt for insurance coverage is available.
A virtual 10-week (2 hours each session) anger management program focused on a skills-based, non-denominational approach. This program will provide you with tools/techniques to deal with anger in a positive and effective way. Sessions are facilitated by experienced staff. WHEN: Wednesdays evenings from Oct 15 to Dec. 17, 2025 - WHERE: Virtual - TIME: 6:00pm to 8:00pm. To register Please contact the program coordinator: Stephanie Wolfert, MSW, RSW (613)722-2225 ext. 485 swolfert@jfsottawa.com $540 per person ($54 per session). Valid receipt for insurance coverage is available.
If you’re living with OCD, it can feel incredibly isolating—especially when others don’t fully understand what you’re going through. Hosted by our clinic and led by OCD specialist Cheryl O’Neill, this group provides a supportive, judgment-free space to talk openly about your experiences. Participants can connect with others who truly understand OCD, receive encouragement from peers, and stay motivated and accountable between individual therapy sessions. Whether you’re currently in treatment or seeking to supplement individual therapy, this group offers an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in a collaborative and compassionate environment.
If you’re living with OCD, it can feel incredibly isolating—especially when others don’t fully understand what you’re going through. Hosted by our clinic and led by OCD specialist Cheryl O’Neill, this group provides a supportive, judgment-free space to talk openly about your experiences. Participants can connect with others who truly understand OCD, receive encouragement from peers, and stay motivated and accountable between individual therapy sessions. Whether you’re currently in treatment or seeking to supplement individual therapy, this group offers an opportunity to learn, connect, and grow in a collaborative and compassionate environment.
This group is for people affected by the addictive behavior of a loved one. This group used REBT, CBT, and CRAFT principles to help loved ones how to interact with the addicted person and how to work on their own self-care while they cope with the challenges of loving someone who has an addictive behavior. This group is donation based and we suggest a 5$ donation per visit.
Hosted by Shontelle Prokipcak
Registered Social Worker, BSW, MSW, RSW, CCAC, CCS-AC
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K2G
I often use a combination of Motivational Interviewing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Mindfulness to assist you in processing what you need to process and to change ways of thinking, feeling, and doing.
This group is for people affected by the addictive behavior of a loved one. This group used REBT, CBT, and CRAFT principles to help loved ones how to interact with the addicted person and how to work on their own self-care while they cope with the challenges of loving someone who has an addictive behavior. This group is donation based and we suggest a 5$ donation per visit.
Mindfulness Based Stress Resilience group is an experiential skills and process oriented group for everyone who wishes to mitigate future harm from stress and burnout in their work and life. Developing Mindfulness Based Stress Resilience skills may be particularly helpful for those prone to anxiety, pleasing others, perfectionism, worry, self comparison, and excessive standards. MBSRes draws on skills from Kabat Zinn’s stress reduction protocols, but integrates the depth of contextual psychology perspectives on embodiment, interpersonal conditioning, compassionate self leadership and building our personal resources for resilience to stress.
I may suggest an individualized and integrated range of interventions from Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, Compassion Science, Mindfulness Based Therapies & Process Based CBT supported by our open and collaborative therapeutic alliance for you.
Mindfulness Based Stress Resilience group is an experiential skills and process oriented group for everyone who wishes to mitigate future harm from stress and burnout in their work and life. Developing Mindfulness Based Stress Resilience skills may be particularly helpful for those prone to anxiety, pleasing others, perfectionism, worry, self comparison, and excessive standards. MBSRes draws on skills from Kabat Zinn’s stress reduction protocols, but integrates the depth of contextual psychology perspectives on embodiment, interpersonal conditioning, compassionate self leadership and building our personal resources for resilience to stress.
Does your child struggle with any of the following? General worries, separation anxiety, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, fears/phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder? This group may be for you. this is a 7-week virtual group for parents of children with big worries, anxiety, and OCD in grades JK-12. Offered in French and English.
Hosted by The Child, Adolescent, and Family Center of Ottawa
Treatment Centre
Group meets in Ottawa, ON K1G
Our clinicians use developmentally appropriate, evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy ( CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), and Mindfulness-Based approaches.
Does your child struggle with any of the following? General worries, separation anxiety, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, fears/phobias, panic disorder, agoraphobia, selective mutism, obsessive-compulsive disorder? This group may be for you. this is a 7-week virtual group for parents of children with big worries, anxiety, and OCD in grades JK-12. Offered in French and English.
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Cognitive Behavioural (CBT) Support Groups
How does cognitive behavioural therapy work?
Cognitive behavioural therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophising or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioural therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioural therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioural therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioural therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.