Coming together with a group of others who have also suffered a loss can be helpful to process grief and build community and resilience. Being part of a group who understand what you are experiencing is powerful and it helps to know you are not alone. Grief groups are coordinated based on demand and meet once a week for 8 weeks.
Coming together with a group of others who have also suffered a loss can be helpful to process grief and build community and resilience. Being part of a group who understand what you are experiencing is powerful and it helps to know you are not alone. Grief groups are coordinated based on demand and meet once a week for 8 weeks.
Compassion in Caregiving is a mental health community that is for all caregivers. We have years of experience working with many diagnoses and prognoses of all types including: dementia (Alzheimer’s, Frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), anoxic brain injuries (ABI), mental health diagnoses, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injuries, paraplegia and physical changes impacting overall functioning and quality of life. We also support parents and all individuals looking for support while trying to navigate boundaries, self-care, personal identity and stress.
Hosted by Compassion in Caregiving
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Group meets in Toronto, ON M3H
We help clients through their caregiving journeys to identify and work through areas related to: self-care, grief, boundaries, relational and family concerns, anxiety and stress, loss of self as a result of the caregiving process, stress related to the healthcare system and system navigation.
Compassion in Caregiving is a mental health community that is for all caregivers. We have years of experience working with many diagnoses and prognoses of all types including: dementia (Alzheimer’s, Frontotemporal dementia, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia), traumatic brain injuries (TBI), anoxic brain injuries (ABI), mental health diagnoses, stroke, multiple sclerosis (MS), spinal cord injuries, paraplegia and physical changes impacting overall functioning and quality of life. We also support parents and all individuals looking for support while trying to navigate boundaries, self-care, personal identity and stress.
Inner Room is an online, virtual psychotherapy service focused around supporting clients on their journey to self-discovery. Inner Room is culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed in the care provided to clients located in Ontario, Canada.
Inner Room is an online, virtual psychotherapy service focused around supporting clients on their journey to self-discovery. Inner Room is culturally-sensitive and trauma-informed in the care provided to clients located in Ontario, Canada.
As two psychotherapists and yoga teachers specializing in somatic practices and nervous system regulation, we understand the stress and disconnection that most people are experiencing right now. We’ve created this dynamic and interactive retreat day for you to explore a variety of mind-body integration practices to facilitate deeper connection with self, community and your inner joy and expansiveness. You can expect: guided yoga (restorative, yoga nidra, asana), expressive arts and movement practices to engage with a sense of expansion through the body, group sharing and peer support, guided self-compassion meditation and lunch.
Hosted by Sehr Athar- Body Oriented
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4M
I work with clients who have a history of developmental or attachment trauma and are seeking to better understand their moods and emotions, process and cope with loss and life transitions, and build healthier relationships.
As two psychotherapists and yoga teachers specializing in somatic practices and nervous system regulation, we understand the stress and disconnection that most people are experiencing right now. We’ve created this dynamic and interactive retreat day for you to explore a variety of mind-body integration practices to facilitate deeper connection with self, community and your inner joy and expansiveness. You can expect: guided yoga (restorative, yoga nidra, asana), expressive arts and movement practices to engage with a sense of expansion through the body, group sharing and peer support, guided self-compassion meditation and lunch.
This is a safe, inclusive and supportive space to share your story of Healing and Transformation. We are international, artistic, and embodied. We are seeking community healing and recovery. We meet once a month ONLINE and support each other's journey of transformation. Please email for more details. or set up a free one-hour consultation: www.florencemacgregor.com/contact-1
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This is a safe, inclusive and supportive space to share your story of Healing and Transformation. We are international, artistic, and embodied. We are seeking community healing and recovery. We meet once a month ONLINE and support each other's journey of transformation. Please email for more details. or set up a free one-hour consultation: www.florencemacgregor.com/contact-1
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 coping skills, strengthen emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries and enhance communication with your loved ones. Activities can include creative arts and mindfulness techniques. You don't have to do this on your own! Next group dates to be determined. Spaces are limited to keep the group-size small and personal. Register your interest today!
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 coping skills, strengthen emotional resilience, set healthy boundaries and enhance communication with your loved ones. Activities can include creative arts and mindfulness techniques. You don't have to do this on your own! Next group dates to be determined. Spaces are limited to keep the group-size small and personal. Register your interest today!
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.
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.
Supportive counselling groups, face to face and online videoconferencing for children of persons with young onset dementia, persons experiencing concussion and bereavement and loss.
Supportive counselling groups, face to face and online videoconferencing for children of persons with young onset dementia, persons experiencing concussion and bereavement and loss.
Are you anticipating/in the midst of a life transition ( empty nest, recovering from divorce, lost a loved one/ grief , change in career or retirement, etc)? Have you lost a sense of who you are and what is important to you? Do you need help organizing your thoughts, needs, and desires to plan for the future? In this values-based approach to living a fulfilling life after a major transition, and over four sessions, you will work on re-discovering who you are, your values, and the barriers that have gotten in the way of living the life you want.
Are you anticipating/in the midst of a life transition ( empty nest, recovering from divorce, lost a loved one/ grief , change in career or retirement, etc)? Have you lost a sense of who you are and what is important to you? Do you need help organizing your thoughts, needs, and desires to plan for the future? In this values-based approach to living a fulfilling life after a major transition, and over four sessions, you will work on re-discovering who you are, your values, and the barriers that have gotten in the way of living the life you want.
I have joined a volunteer-driven resource. The Grief Corps is a Canadian initiative that free to any resident of Canada who has lost someone to COVID-19. All groups are run by volunteer mental health professionals experienced running support groups. These groups are not providing therapy. It is a forum with the opportunity to share your experiences and receive support from people who have similar experiences. The groups will help you to recognise the impact of grief, and support you during this life transition.
I have joined a volunteer-driven resource. The Grief Corps is a Canadian initiative that free to any resident of Canada who has lost someone to COVID-19. All groups are run by volunteer mental health professionals experienced running support groups. These groups are not providing therapy. It is a forum with the opportunity to share your experiences and receive support from people who have similar experiences. The groups will help you to recognise the impact of grief, and support you during this life transition.
Runs Apr 16 to June 25/25. This series is structured around Joanna Macy’s Work That Reconnects. See her co-authored books: Active Hope, and Coming Back to Life. Content is combined with a deep understanding of group psychotherapeutic principles and land-based healing practices. Participants will focus on what matters most to them. We will connect with our inner self, with other group members, and with the greater natural world. A goal is to develop a deeper sense of community. Email: info@psychiatree.ca to set a time to meet with the facilitators Gwen and Nate.
Runs Apr 16 to June 25/25. This series is structured around Joanna Macy’s Work That Reconnects. See her co-authored books: Active Hope, and Coming Back to Life. Content is combined with a deep understanding of group psychotherapeutic principles and land-based healing practices. Participants will focus on what matters most to them. We will connect with our inner self, with other group members, and with the greater natural world. A goal is to develop a deeper sense of community. Email: info@psychiatree.ca to set a time to meet with the facilitators Gwen and Nate.
Have you had all of your better qualities turned against you? Been run over by another persons entire existence. Learn to thrive again. Heal with others, re build the self that maybe has never been seen. Find safety in your nervous system. Reframe and learn to see yourself clearly again. Speak and be listened to, release shame and guilt. Bi-weekly. In-person. Capped at 6 people.
Have you had all of your better qualities turned against you? Been run over by another persons entire existence. Learn to thrive again. Heal with others, re build the self that maybe has never been seen. Find safety in your nervous system. Reframe and learn to see yourself clearly again. Speak and be listened to, release shame and guilt. Bi-weekly. In-person. Capped at 6 people.
Our closed group art therapy group is for women, who are new in the city and they are looking to explore their emotions, connect with other women, tell their story, and regain their power in a safe place. Our groups consist of 4 participants and are led by an art therapist. The theme of these art therapy workshops are often exploring emotions, practicing to be in the present (mindfulness), organizing chaotic thoughts, and find companionship.
Our closed group art therapy group is for women, who are new in the city and they are looking to explore their emotions, connect with other women, tell their story, and regain their power in a safe place. Our groups consist of 4 participants and are led by an art therapist. The theme of these art therapy workshops are often exploring emotions, practicing to be in the present (mindfulness), organizing chaotic thoughts, and find companionship.
The loss of a beloved pet can be difficult, and the free Pet Bereavement and Loss Support Group is a safe and supportive place to come to process your loss. This group is held on the last Tuesday of every month and all are welcome. During COVID this groups is being offered online and is available to anyone in Ontario.
The loss of a beloved pet can be difficult, and the free Pet Bereavement and Loss Support Group is a safe and supportive place to come to process your loss. This group is held on the last Tuesday of every month and all are welcome. During COVID this groups is being offered online and is available to anyone in Ontario.
Ocean Blue Therapy provides psychotherapy for adults, teens, couples, and families, offering both in-person sessions in North York/Toronto and virtual therapy across Ontario. We are dedicated to helping you create the positive changes you deserve. We are also proud to specialize in supporting BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+, and immigrant communities. Conveniently located and accessible by public transit, Ocean Blue Therapy provides flexible scheduling to meet your needs.
Ocean Blue Therapy provides psychotherapy for adults, teens, couples, and families, offering both in-person sessions in North York/Toronto and virtual therapy across Ontario. We are dedicated to helping you create the positive changes you deserve. We are also proud to specialize in supporting BIPOC, 2SLGBTQI+, and immigrant communities. Conveniently located and accessible by public transit, Ocean Blue Therapy provides flexible scheduling to meet your needs.
Parenting comes with many challenges and when your family is created through adoption, there are unique challenges that are faced by yourself, your children and your extended family. Through the guidance of a registered psychotherapist with lived experience, you will develop skills and knowledge to help overcome difficulties that have occurred throughout your journey. By coming together with parents who can understand and empathize with these unique experiences, you will gain key insights and a deeper understanding of the impact your journey has had and continues to have on you, your relationships, and your parenting. Please reach out if interested.
Hosted by Lindsey Salloway
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BComm, MACP
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4P
Parenting comes with many challenges and when your family is created through adoption, there are unique challenges that are faced by yourself, your children and your extended family. Through the guidance of a registered psychotherapist with lived experience, you will develop skills and knowledge to help overcome difficulties that have occurred throughout your journey. By coming together with parents who can understand and empathize with these unique experiences, you will gain key insights and a deeper understanding of the impact your journey has had and continues to have on you, your relationships, and your parenting. Please reach out if interested.
This is a recurring 12 week online support group for anyone working through grief. Grief Recovery groups are often very effective as group members can interact with other grieving members that are further along in their grief processTopics covered include: Making Sense of Grief and Loss • Factors that Shape How Grief is Experienced • Exploring the Impacts of Grief and Loss • Paths to Healing and Recovery • The Role of Remembering and Ritual • The Impact of Nutrition, Sleep, and Exercise • Finding a New Normal • Grief, Loss, and Depression • Grief, Loss, and Trauma/Complicated Grief • Grief, Loss, and Addiction.
Hosted by Relationship Works, Jillian Pedrick
Registered Psychotherapist, MPCC, RP
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4C
This is a recurring 12 week online support group for anyone working through grief. Grief Recovery groups are often very effective as group members can interact with other grieving members that are further along in their grief processTopics covered include: Making Sense of Grief and Loss • Factors that Shape How Grief is Experienced • Exploring the Impacts of Grief and Loss • Paths to Healing and Recovery • The Role of Remembering and Ritual • The Impact of Nutrition, Sleep, and Exercise • Finding a New Normal • Grief, Loss, and Depression • Grief, Loss, and Trauma/Complicated Grief • Grief, Loss, and Addiction.
DUE TO COVID-19 No Groups at this time.
DUE TO COVID-19 No Groups at this time.
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Do you often feel stressed, agitated, angry, emotionally reactive, and drained of energy? Would you like to learn useful tools to help you feel more grounded and balanced? Embrace your own healing journey alongside like- minded individuals on a similar path! Join Registered Psychotherapist and yoga teacher Tala Barrage in healing, nourishing, and balancing practices that will help you feel harmonious, relaxed, and renewed. • Themed discussions on the body/mind connection • Specific breathing practices to soothe your body and mind • Gentle movement to improve physical and emotional health • Guided deep relaxation to heal and provide inner peace
Do you often feel stressed, agitated, angry, emotionally reactive, and drained of energy? Would you like to learn useful tools to help you feel more grounded and balanced? Embrace your own healing journey alongside like- minded individuals on a similar path! Join Registered Psychotherapist and yoga teacher Tala Barrage in healing, nourishing, and balancing practices that will help you feel harmonious, relaxed, and renewed. • Themed discussions on the body/mind connection • Specific breathing practices to soothe your body and mind • Gentle movement to improve physical and emotional health • Guided deep relaxation to heal and provide inner peace
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How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.