Support Groups in Toronto, ON

PMDD/Severe PMS Group Support
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MACP
Verified
Verified
"New Group Session! PMDD/PME/PMS support for women who suffer with feelings of hopelessness, anger, and feeling overwhelmed. Using a DBT informed approach, we focus on gaining control of one's emotions during all stages of their cycle, improving distress tolerance and ..."

4-week building Self Compassion Group (2022)
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
"An in-person, 4-week group on Building Resilience to Stress through Self-Compassion, using yoga and meditation as tools to support your process. It is for 4 consecutive weeks and 4 in-person spots only. Best suited to: anyone who is feeling stressed/overwhelmed ..."

Partner Trauma Group
Registered Social Worker, BBA, MDiv, MSW, CMAT, CSAT
Verified
Verified
"Do you feel like you carry too much? Everyday feels the same? We are thrilled to offer an 8 week group program beginning in April, aimed at women who have either been betrayed, experiencing isolation from peers or need help ..."

Harvesting Stories
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified
Verified
"Using Narrative methodology, this group invites you to look back on your own history and bring to light, or harvest, overlooked stories of skills and abilities. Such stories may have been dismissed or forgotten but exist in spite or because ..."
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DBT Skills Training
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified
Verified
"Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) helps people who experience unstable and intense negative emotions. DBT Skills Training Group uses a range of strategies for you to learn coping skills that improve the regulation of your emotions and behaviours. You are taught ..."

The A.D.D. Group
ADHD, Coach
"Learn solutions to your specific A.D.D. challenges in a supportive 5 week adult group. The purpose of The A.D.D. Group is to teach you a process and an approach that will help you eliminate or reduce the negative impact of ..."

Mindfulness 101
Registered Social Worker, MSW , RSW
Verified
Verified
"An online group providing education on all things mindfulness and exploring various practices that enhance well being. "

Women's Circle
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, HT, CNP
Verified
Verified
"Our Women's Circles, hosted by Spiritlicious, have been created to support women in an equal opportunity healing space that recognizes the value of every individual's right to healing and personal development. The ultimate goal is to come into your fullest ..."

Resilience Revolution
Registered Psychotherapist, (RP), PhD, MSEd, OCT
Verified
Verified
"Group process is used to help support diversity and implementing the Canada's National Standard of Psychological Health & Safety in the workplace and in schools. "

Caregivers Breakaway from Burnout Therapy Group
Registered Psychotherapist, RP
Verified
Verified
"If you are a caregiver for a loved one or other individual with disabilities, chronic illness or dementia, you may be feeling mentally, physically, and emotionally exhausted. Join us for a 6-week fun and supportive therapy group to improve your ..."

Child Social Skills Program
HonsBA, CYC, CYW
"| COOL TOOLS - Social and Emotional Success | PALS - Playing and Learning to Socialize | KICK - Kind, Independent, Capable Kids | GIRL POWER - Leadership and Empowerment | "

Couples Relationship workshop
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BA, PACT ce
Verified
Verified
"Join a couples workshop based on Dr. Stan Tatkin's Psychobiological Approach to Couples Therapy® (PACT). This workshop will introduce you to proven principles which help create a safe, secure and nurturing relationship. Topics will include: How to better read your ..."

Emotional Regulation (DBT)
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"This group is appropriate for individuals struggling with extreme emotional sensitivity. Individuals with emotional regulation difficulties go through cycles that begin with triggering events which then produce negative thoughts and emotions. These thoughts and emotions often prompt destructive behaviours which ..."
Not accepting new clients

4 Week - Postpartum Support Group - Online
Registered Social Worker, BSc, RSWC, MSW
Verified
Verified
"Meet and connect virtually with other postpartum moms in a safe, supportive environment. Learn tangible coping techniques from your therapist to help navigate the highs-and-lows of your postpartum journey. Get answers to the many concerns and questions that new moms ..."

Clarity Therapy and Counselling Centre
Occupational Therapist, MScOT , Reg, (Ont)
Verified
Verified
"Counselling and Psychotherapy services for teens, young adults and adults. At Clarity Therapy and Counselling Centre we believe that positive mental health is as essential as physical health on well being. Our practice is person-centred, which means that your needs ..."

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Registered Psychotherapist, MDiv, RP, Speaker, Author
Verified
Verified

Dealing with Anxiety and Depression (D.A.D)
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), MA
Verified
Verified
"This is a 4 weeks program that starts every month. This group offers participants concrete tools, techniques, resources and support to better manage challenging situations. Participants will learn ways to relieve stress and anxiety, strengthen relationships, manage challenges and improve ..."
Not accepting new clients

Yoga for Mental Health - 6 Week Virtual Workshop
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RYT
Verified
Verified
"Virtual yoga classes inspired by mental health themes. ***Classes will also be recorded for those who cannot attend live. Week 1: Self-Esteem/Imposter Syndrome Week 2: Cultivating Gratitude Week 3: Calming the Nervous System Week 4: Inner Child Healing Week 5: ..."
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What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Toronto Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.
Group therapy in Toronto is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Toronto are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
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.
Group therapy in Toronto is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Toronto are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
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.
Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in Toronto allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in Toronto can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in Toronto can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.