This group is designed to support mothers in learning effective techniques to help their babies sleep better. We will discuss sleep training methods, bedtime routines, and how to manage sleep challenges.
Hosted by Mensah Psychotherapy
Registered Social Worker, MSW, BSW, RSW, BA
Group meets in Whitby, ON L1N
If you're facing mental health struggles, whether it's anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship challenges, or parenting concerns, you’re not alone.
At Mensah Psychotherapy, we specialize in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT) to help individuals navigate life’s challenges with clarity and confidence. CBT focuses on identifying negative thought patterns, challenging unhelpful beliefs, and developing
I'm excited to offer a safe space for individuals with ostomies to share their experiences, learn coping strategies, and build community. My experience working at a medical supply store provided me with valuable insights into the practical and emotional aspects of ostomy care. I combine that knowledge with my therapeutic expertise to offer compassionate and effective support. I believe in empowering individuals to live full and confident lives, and I'm excited to be a part of this support group to connect with others and foster a community of understanding and encouragement.
Hosted by Emily Sukhra
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), HBSc, MACP
Group meets in Whitby, ON L1N
In general, I work with individuals who are seeking to lessen the impact that stress and anxiety has on their daily lives.
Life throws curveballs, and sometimes you just need a safe space to talk about it all. I'm a psychotherapist who believes in creating a judgment-free zone where you can be completely yourself. I bring warmth, understanding, and a touch of humor to our sessions, because sometimes, laughing at the absurdity of it all can be the most healing thing.
As we embark on this journey together, my priority is to create a space where you feel truly seen and heard. My approach centers on transparency and authentic connection.
Next Round Begins Fall 2025. This 6-week women's group blends therapy, guided reflection, transformational exercises, visualization, and somatic breathwork to help you heal past wounds and create meaningful shifts in your life. Each week you'll receive a pre-recorded lesson exploring themes like inner child healing, inner teen healing, and understanding patterns of perfectionism and people-pleasing. We’ll meet live for group discussions and breathwork to integrate your growth. This program offers deep self-awareness, emotional release, and a supportive community. Virtual. IFS inspired. May be covered by insurance. Email to register: victoriapullawellness@gmail.com.
Accepting New Clients Online! You're in a cycle feeling trapped by the fear of making a “mistake”, while your mind races through “what if” scenarios, replaying past decisions and assessing if you're measuring up to your own expectations. You’re struggling with overwhelming emotions: sadness, doubt, self-judgement and the urge to please others. Here’s the truth: you’ve already shown inner strength by seeking help. Your recognition for change and transformation are testaments to your desire for growth and fulfillment in life. This desire is the spark that ignites lasting change and I’m here to guide you on this empowering journey!
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is a well researched, evidence-based treatment originally designed for Borderline Personality Disorder. This therapy blends Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), focusing on our thoughts and actions, and Zen Buddhism which focuses on becoming a mindful observer of one’s experiences. This program can be an excellent addition to your current therapy or as done as a self-help program. It's a 24 week long program focused on teaching these 4 modules: Mindfulness, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness & Distress Tolerance Online Classes run in repeated cycles, so you can start at different times of the year.
30 years of experience working with children ages 5-25 years. I am honest, calm, fair, and a nonjudgmental therapist able to create real and meaningful relationships with children, youth, and their parents. I am a caring, fair, and a results-oriented type of person. I enjoy building a relationship that is honest, fair, empathetic, and positive for my clients because I firmly believe that it is through a supportive and non-judgmental relationship that the healing begins and therapeutic results are delivered. My goal is to help the child heal and learn how to cope with their thoughts and emotions
DBT SKILLS GROUP - AGES 12+ Beginning July 2023 Looking for support and skills to manage intense emotions, relationships, and stress? Our teen DBT group can help! Our experienced therapists provide a safe and non-judgmental space for teens to learn and practice Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) skills together. Gain tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and more. Join our community of teens who are committed to building resilience and thriving.
Does your child struggle academically, socially, or behaviorally? Does your child have big emotions and not know how to properly express them? Has there been a big change in your child’s life that is influencing a change in behavior? Allow me to offer some guidance and support.
Breathwork is the therapeutic practice of intentional breathing. It is a holistic therapy modality used to promote a stronger mind-body connection, develop deeper self awareness and explore introspectively. This event has been carefully curated to provide you with a safe and welcoming space to dive deeper in to self awareness and release what is no longer serving you. The event includes intention setting, guided conscious connected breathing, reflections and integration. This event is for all experience levels, whether you practice breathwork regularly or this will be your first time.
When our emotions feel too big for the spaces we are in, it can cause us to feel out of control or like we don’t belong. This experience is so confusing because we didn’t choose to have big emotions! We become so desperate to stop the pain that we go to great lengths to feel relief. Sometimes that ends up being through conflict with the people around us, substance use or self-harm. I want you to know that you don’t have to go through it alone anymore. I work with adults, teens, young adults and parents who are looking for meaning change.
Navigating the leap from college into “real life” can be overwhelming. It can stir up anxiety, self-doubt, and a sense of disconnection. This weekly therapy group is a space for young adults to explore the pressure to “have it all figured out”, shifts in identity, and more. Through open conversation and shared experiences we’ll explore how anxiety shows up in real time, practice tools for self-regulation, connection, and clarity, while also building insight and emotional resilience. My background is in working with college students and love providing opportunities to decrease isolation while navigating transition periods! Starts July.
As a helping professional, do you find that the emotional demands of your work are leaving you disconnected from your partner or feeling emotionally shut off? Conversations may feel tense or lacking in depth, and the intimacy you once shared seems to be slipping away. Whether you’re in a monogamous relationship or exploring Ethical Non-Monogamy (ENM), relationship challenges can feel overwhelming. Especially if you are not used to asking for help, having always held the role of a helper, or having learned that your needs will not be met no matter how hard you try to voice it. You don't have to feel alone on the path to reconnection!
In this small group we will use writing as a tool for healing in a safe and supportive virtual community space. Using writing prompts (eg. poetry, prose, imagery) drawn from various artists you will be guided gently into your own inner world of emotion, inquiry, memory, and imagination. We will write together to find our voices, explore what limits them, create inner-safety for their emergence, and give each other courage through community. No previous writing experience is necessary. We are all writers and story-tellers by virtue of our humanity. PLEASE NOTE: This group is facilitated by our amazing psychotherapy intern Allison Oke.
I am an Integrative Somatic Trauma Therapist, and Director at Seasons Psychotherapy, where my small team of caring psychotherapists is dedicated to providing our clients with a safe non-judgemental space to explore their mindbody health and move toward healing. We provide trauma-informed care, grounded in our core values: Safety, Non-violence/Non-forcing, Client Choice for Pace and Space, Curiosity, Creativity in Meeting Client Needs, Mindfulness, Wholeness as Anti-oppression, Unity, Organicity, Loving Presence, Trusting Emotions as Information, and Understanding the Process of Pain.
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Our Drop-In Therapy Groups are specifically designed to provide a safe and supportive space for healthcare workers to share their experiences, process emotions, and receive professional guidance. These sessions offer a flexible, non-committal way to access mental health support, allowing participants to attend whenever they feel the need.
We specialize in providing care for individuals with concerns related to anxiety, stress, depression, grief, trauma, anger and relationships.
Sliding scale fees for counselling can be hard to come by in today's economy. Aworie is a professional counseling and therapy organization that provides counselling on a sliding scale without the hassle of lengthy waitlists.
For occupational therapists who are earlier in their career or new to mental health and psychotherapy, I provide online small group supervision 1-2 times/month depending on the needs of the group.
Committed to a customized approach and practical solutions, we offer high quality, affordable individual therapy sessions for people with concerns associated with trauma, stress, anxiety, depression, dissociative disorders, psychosis and insomnia.
Insight OT's therapists have a ton of experience! We are trauma informed and neurodiversity affirming. We work with individuals with concerns associated with anxiety, depression, sleep troubles, trauma, ADHD, psychosis & dissociation. Our focus is on helping people function well in their day to day lives and skillfully navigate any of life's challenges!
Life could be demanding & stressful for youth. Social situations like bullying, family challenges like moving, divorce, and grief, and medical/learning challenges like, chronic illness, ADHD/Depression/ Anxiety/Trauma or learning disabilities affect the social development of youth. Teen Matters will provide a non judgmental space for teens to be themselves and feel accepted/appreciated. Teens will learn coping/communication skills to relate to parents/teachers/friends. A combination of attachment/Psycho-dynamic therapy will help members to discover themselves, develop their potential and safely connect with people. Through fun activities and conversations, teens will love themselves/others.
Hosted by Johnson Family Counseling
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, CCC, LPC, RPT-S
Group meets in Newmarket, ON L3Y
JFC provides psychotherapy to people who wants to move on and overcome fears and limitations, becoming the best they can be and creating meaning-full relationships.
JFC values: Compassion, Professionalism & Support. Ms. Johnson is trained in Structural Family Therapy, Play-Therapy, EFT & Attachment therapies: Theraplay and DDP. Other training: Prolonged Exposure, Trauma Practice, Polyvagal/Compassion Fatigue Therapy, Group Therapy, Parenting skills, Supervision, and she is also a Catholic Christian Healing Minister.
This group of amazing young adults meets on Wednesday afternoons from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. ONLINE ONLY. This group is for young adults suffering with anxiety and/or low self-esteem who are looking for peer support, to learn coping strategies and to develop tools to help work through and build themselves to a more powerful place. Facilitated by Melanie Tinianov, Registered Psychotherapist. ONLINE ONLY.
I work with individuals who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, grief/loss, self esteem, relationships and more.
I feel honoured supporting individuals/couples and families struggling with relationships/marriage, depression, anxiety/ panic disorder, fear, self esteem, and a wide range of other issues. I use traditional talk therapy in addition to a variety of other methods, such as CBT, Energy Work, Reiki, EFT, Inner Child work, etc.
"Courage starts with showing up and letting ourselves be seen" Brene Brown. A Gestalt *- inspired opportunity to experience how the clown medicine can help us to embrace our fears, play them, and let them guide us on our way to courage, connection and healing. In this workshop, you will: Explore new emotional awareness that leads to increased vitality Play and Embody empowering characters/archetypes that support self-expression and expansion of sense of self Practice being open, accepting and creatively responsive to what is happening in the moment in a supportive environmentApril 8th / April 9th call 6477055110 for more information.
Hosted by Mario Jose Lourenco
Registered Psychotherapist, MEd, CGT, OSRP
Group meets in Toronto, ON M5A
It seems that you may be struggling with life challenges at the moment (i.e., relationship issues, work issues, loss, etc.), or, perhaps, anxiety, unwelcome thoughts, or apathy are getting in the way of you having the life you want.
My practice is current with new scientific research on healing trauma and recognizes the importance of restoring body-mind connection. We will work collaboratively to bring attention to aspects of yourself that increase resilience helping you to disconfirm negative beliefs; try on new/more satisfying behaviours; and improve your relationships and self-worth.
Occasionally experiencing anxiety is not unusual; however, extreme or prolonged anxiety can produce negative impacts on mental, physical, and emotional health. Anxiety can also negatively influence the ability to maintain routines and function effectively in social and academic environments. Teens may experience feelings of increased tension and stress, irrational/excessive fear, repetitive thoughts, avoidance behaviours, overwhelm, and/or feelings of disconnection. The purpose of this group is to provide a safe and supportive space for teens looking to learn more about the factors sustaining their anxiety and to consider strategies for managing it. Please email us for more information.
Hosted by Julie Watson
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, EMDR, B Ed, BA Hons
Group meets in Bowmanville, ON L1C
I work to provide therapeutic support to clients struggling with mental health concerns (e.g. anxiety, depression, PTSD, trauma, childhood trauma, grief, etc.).
Sometimes we just need someone to listen to us, and sometimes we need more than that. I am trained in a variety of evidence-based approaches that are proven to support client healing and wellness; including but not limited to, Client-Centred Therapy, EMDR, IFS, CBT, Relational and Psychodynamic therapies.
Group therapy provides a place where you come together with others to share problems or concerns, to better understand your own situation, and to learn from and with each other. You will learn about yourself and improve your relationships with other people. You will gain self-understanding and skills for dealing with your concerns. In a typical 90 minute session, members work to express their own challenges and aspirations, feelings, ideas, and reactions as freely and honestly as possible. Members learn not only to understand themselves and their own issues but also become therapeutic helpers for other group members.
Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, having relationship issues, going through a life transition, or any other difficulty, we will explore it together.
I offer a warm, creative, down-to-earth approach that is client-focused and collaborative. I work from a trauma-informed, anti-oppressive framework. I believe in bringing light and air to the parts of ourselves that need time and space to emerge. In our increasingly fragmented world filled with smart phones and doom scrolling, we could all use some good old-fashioned connection. I bring a deep curiosity about the ways we move through the world, the stories we tell ourselves and how our relationships are affected.
Art therapist Sarah Epp and the MICAK Contemporary Art Gallery welcome you to join this hands on art making workshop hosted right in the gallery space. This workshop is for women who are interested in better knowing themselves through the creative process. All skill levels and abilities welcome. In this workshop you will be gently guided through a series of creative invitations and explorations to identify your thoughts, feelings, and limiting beliefs about your ability to create. A variety of mix media will be included. The focus is on the PROCESS, NOT the final product. For more info: shepsychotherapy.com
Hosted by Sarah Helen Epp
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSW, RSW, RP
Group meets in Aurora, ON L4G
I support women to overcome feelings of panic, anxiety, sadness, anger and trauma responses.
I believe in moving at a pace which feels comfortable for you; while gently increasing feelings of safety, wellbeing, and inner knowing. I will guide you through a process of discussion and reflection to promote understanding and awareness as you develop skills to foster change. I work from a collaborative, client centred, and trauma informed approach.
These online HSP Groups held via Zoom will help you to gain a better sense of connection with yourself and others, and to help build resilience. I will offer a safe, supportive and creative environment in which to share, connect, learn and grow. No two HSP Relational Gestalt process groups are the same due to the nature of staying with one's experience from moment to moment. $40 (hst incl.) Please visit my website for more info: movingtochange.com
Hosted by Daniele Massie
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, GIT, EFT-II, HT
Group meets in Toronto, ON M4T
It could be that you are struggling with making an important decision, experiencing difficulties in your personal/family/work relationships, or are easily overcome by stress, worry or anxiety in a world that is increasingly putting demands on your time and attention.
My work integrates: Mindfulness work, Gestalt therapy (engaging in an experiential, relational and present-centered approach), EFT Tapping (releasing unhealthy habits/patterns, fears/limiting belief), Havening Techniques (creating a safe haven for delinking encoded traumatic memories caused by stressful events and building more resilience).
Others want to define who you are as you cope with chronic and life limiting disease . Be your authentic self! Chronic or life threatening illness changes how others relate to you, with expectations of who you are or have become. Go beyond the diagnosis to rediscover your inner strengths. The group will learn skills of mindfulness, and Chi Gong movement as embodiment practice. Learn the skills of acupressure (TCM) to balance the energy flow in the meridians. The body holds the emotional impact of our individual trauma, this group will gather together to support one another while we build our strengths, emotional and physical.
Hosted by Janice Canning
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), CHyp, CCPA
Group meets in Vaughan, ON L6A
Anxious about the future, restless and fatigued, overwhelmed, no time to catch up.?
Want to change unhelpful behaviors and thoughts? Beliefs that affect your ability to love, honor your worth & respect your values? What has changed during these turbulent times? What do you see in yourself that you want to change? Deepen the relationship to your biopsychosocial self with Behavioral, Somatic, Hypnotherapeutic and Psychedelic assisted therapy.
Persona Doll groups are therapeutic groups for children between the age of 4 and 7. The groups allow children to interact with the therapist and a life size doll or puppet. The children are able to relate to the puppet who often has similar worries or fears. This aims to reduce children's anxiety, normalize their fears and decrease acting out behaviours. Depending on the age of the children, parents may be a part of the group to help facilitate the process. Currently running online.
These challenges can present in multiple ways including anxiety, depression, behavioural challenges, difficulty with relationships and poor school performance.
Feeling like things are not okay for ourselves or our children is overwhelming. Sometimes we need to feel heard and understood to ease the burden. Connecting with a mental health professional can pave the way to healthier interactions and relationships. Learning to attune and connect to ourselves and our children is a powerful tool for the healing journey.
This 5 week Class and follow-up group teaches you by experience how to deal with, release and gradually let go of anxiety and panic attacks. These techniques include breath-work and mindfulness meditation. Week 4 and 5 will help you to grow the happy and peaceful life you deserve. I'll also help you develop ongoing support for your personal recovery. Talk to me about the affordable package choices that are based on the amount of help you would like to get.
You may be struggling with anxiety or panic and nothing seems to work to get rid of it!
I care deeply about your healing. I am committed to you being able to take control of your present and future. The work we do together will allow you to let go of your anxiety and regain your joy and connection to the world.
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Anxiety Support Groups
What are the most common treatments for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioural therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other forms of therapy are popular, depending on a patient’s experience. Exposure therapy, for instance, can be useful for people dealing with fears and phobias, or who have experienced traumatic events. Dialectical Behavioural Therapy may be useful for patients who need help with emotion regulation. Anxiolytic medications, like benzodiazepines, can also help with calming a person enough to focus on the skills they’ve learned, and physical exercise has been shown to help symptoms of anxiety across the board.
How long does therapy for anxiety take to work?
The amount of time needed to alleviate symptoms depends on the severity of a person’s condition. Some therapies may take 5-20 weekly sessions to show results. Anti-depressant medications typically take two to four weeks before a benefit is felt. Anti-anxiety medications are felt typically within 20-30 minutes. Medications are best used to offer a patient a better headspace in which to work on techniques learned in therapy. Exercise, improved sleep habits, and meditation are effective, but takes weeks or months to show results.
When should I seek treatment for anxiety?
Everyone feels anxious at times, but when anxiety causes disruption to your daily life, it may be time to seek help. Such disruption can be mental, physical, or both: having fear dominate your thoughts, avoiding situations or objects that bring on feelings of anxiety, or experiencing shortness of breath, sweating, dizziness, or panic attacks. When these symptoms are recurrent and distressing, it may be time to talk to someone.
How effective is treatment for anxiety?
Treatment for anxiety has been shown to be moderately to highly effective, according to a large body of psychology studies and analyses. For some people, treatment using CBT or exposure therapy alone is effective. Others respond best to a combination of medication and therapy.