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Hosted by James Andrew Wood
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fleetwood FY7
01253 835311 View 01253 835311
Hosted by Serenity Counselling Cleveleys
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Thornton-Cleveleys FY5
01253 835195 View 01253 835195
The Armed Forces Veterans group meets every Monday in Burnley at Healthier Heroes. We offer free one-to-one, drop-in Therapy sessions for armed forces veterans.
Hosted by Brent Kelly
Psychotherapist, MSc, MUKCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burnley BB11
I specialise in supporting individuals who have experienced trauma, with a particular focus on serving personnel, veterans, and those affected by war. My work also extends to addressing childhood trauma, migration and asylum-related distress, emergency services trauma, and bereavement. With over one in three young people experiencing at least one potentially traumatic event before the age of 18, I understand the transformative impact the right support can have on someone’s life.
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The supervision group is currently online. Please contact me for more details
Hosted by Claire McDonough
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clitheroe BB7
Hello and thank you for viewing my profile. I offer online video link therapy, using Zoom. You don't need to be tech savvy to use it. I do all the connecting. We can work through your problems in a safe and confidential space. Whatever your issues are, I can help you find solutions and work towards feeling happier and back on track. I have worked in wellbeing and mental health for the whole of my career (30 yrs plus) in a range of different settings right through to the hospital environment and I'm also a clinical supervisor. I hope this gives you an idea of the depth of my experience. It doesn't matter whether you think your prob
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EMDR is a therapy often used (but not exclusively) when someone has experienced trauma either from early life experiences or single one off incidents. This is one of the therapies I offer to anyone wanting to delve deeper into their traumatic experiences. I can offer this either online or face to face.
Hosted by Paula Marie Reid
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M32
Do your suffer with anxiety and do you want help, then I am able to help with this. Anxiety can plague you throughout your life. If this describes you then I can help you understand the reasons why. Have you engaged in therapy before and nothing seems to work, then I can help you understand why. Do you struggle to regulate your emotions and you do not understand why, then therapy can help you explore why you have unhelpful patterns of behaviour. This may relate to early life experiences.
0161 524 1327 View 0161 524 1327
For adults who experience psychosis. Please note this is a network group rather than a therapy group.
Hosted by Steven Price
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liverpool L3
I work mainly from a Cognitive Behavioural Approach and also have trained and gained experience utilising hypnotherapy, person centred, transactional analysis, solution focused and NLP approaches. Initial experience working in the field of domestic abuse included working with complex co-existing issues. I have also gained experience with dependency issues and duel diagnosis. I volunteered with the Liverpool Hearing Voices Group for three years, this has allowed me to gain invaluable experience working with more challenging Mental Health and Emotional issues.
0151 318 0890 View 0151 318 0890
The Imago Couple two day workshop offers you a distraction free space to focus on you and/or your relationship where you will learn effective new communication skills that will lead to more: safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship.
Hosted by CBT Therapy Manchester (Individuals & Couples)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M25
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
0161 509 6679 View 0161 509 6679
This is a group-based therapy also known as SPACE - supportive parenting for anxious childhood emotions. It is an evidence based model, with good results for children just by working with parents. We do not currently have a start date, but you can be added to the waiting list at any time. It is a great group for parents who would like to learn more about supporting their children to overcome anxious experiences and develop resilience. Parents of children who are experiencing anxiety, OCD, separation anxiety, difficulties attending school and other anxiety related difficulties would benefit from this group.
Hosted by Altogether Human CIC - Dr Gemma Parker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M21
I'm Gemma. I'm a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with families and wider systems around people. I work with couples, and parents who are struggling with the behaviour of their children, particularly aggression or other risky behaviours. I also work with couples who are experiencing significant levels of conflict and harmful or abusive behaviour. Sometimes, my work is with parents who have separated and are trying to work out how to reduce the impact of this separation on their children, or repair or reconstruct relationships that have become strained or distant.
0161 524 1130 View 0161 524 1130
I facilitate safe, supportive, respectful groups for qualified professionals in counselling and psychotherapy where participants are inspired to explore their process, develop their professional practice and grow their private practice. Groups are co-created, mindful and practical. Bring a question or case study example or learn from others’ questions and offer support/ feedback. Exploration of learning edges and getting to know your professional strengths in a safe and supportive environment. Pre book by email: counsellingwithjowood@gmail.com. Limited spaces.
Hosted by Joanna Wood
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hebden Bridge HX7
Hello. Our life experiences have an impact on us and how we feel about ourselves, the world and the other people in it. I help people develop their confidence and self esteem and sometimes I help people to change the things in life that aren't working for them. For some people therapy is about reaching a point of acceptance with the things they can't change. We do this by working together to create a safe, supportive, respectful therapeutic relationship. I enjoy helping people to feel better about themselves and their lives.
01422 557852 View 01422 557852
A support group for women who have been diagnosed or suspect they may be living with adhd. I see as a therapist more and more women fitting into this. My best friend recently discovered this, and it has been cathartic for her to understanding herself better. 'life makes sense". We will explore and support the challenges faced living with adhd, the impact it has had on life so far and gain a greater self awareness. Although this group is focused around adhd, quite often it supports a person's life as a whole. Sessions are £5
Hosted by Joanne Ramsdale
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liverpool L22
Unheard, misunderstood, confused, unsure, lost, desperate, feeling stuck, wanting to feel 'normal'. Any of these reasons and more can lead us to seek Counselling. I have been a therapist for 12 years, and practice in a Person-Centred way. What this means is, I truly believe when someone comes to see me they want to be listened to, not told it will be OK, or try this and do that. You have probably tried those things and still feel the same. What's needed is someone with the skill to help you navigate your feelings on a deeper level, to give you greater understanding of how you have come to feel the way you do.
0151 453 6267 View 0151 453 6267
A professional counselling services for individuals, couples and families. Governed by the Code of Ethics of the BACP. Providing supervision for qualified and trainee counsellors. A safe, non-judgmental environment where your feelings and emotions can be expressed and explored in a highly specialised and interactive way, helping to resolve distress and conflict and give a clearer understanding of your situation and needs. Counselling can also support you with personal change helping you to realise your own inner strengths.
Hosted by Julie Ashworth
Counsellor, PsychD, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Warrington WA3
Hi, my name is Julie. I am a professional Counsellor and Supervisor and an member of the British Association for Counselling & Psychotherapy (BACP) and the National Counselling Society. I provide a confidential, counselling service to meet your individual needs providing a safe, non-judgemental environment where you can work at your own pace in a place of safety and comfort where your feelings and emotions can be expressed and explored. I offer support and understanding in a non-critical way and appreciate and respect differences and diversity in culture, ethnicity, race, gender, sexuality, physical ability and spirituality
01925 938944 View 01925 938944
Are you interested in dreams? Would you like to explore you dreams in the company of others? I offer an online dream sharing group, primarily for people who are currently or have previously been in individual therapy with me. Dream sharing is a way to explore our interior world, the external world and our relationships in a group. This group offers opportunities for reflection, creativity, making connections, problem solving and gaining insight into ourselves and our relationships with others. The group takes place monthly online. Numbers are limited to eight per group. Please contact me for details.
Hosted by Karen Nolan
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wigan WN3
If you're thinking about therapy, you may have reached a stage in your life where you're ready to make some changes and don't know how to begin. Possibly you're experiencing anxiety, sleep difficulties, burnout or overwhelm. Your relationships may be under strain and your confidence has taken a knock. Maybe you're struggling to process a traumatic event or find painful experiences from your past prevent you from achieving your goals in the present. If any of this resonates with what you're feeling right now, please read on.
0161 850 4082 View 0161 850 4082
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Hosted by Martina Roberta Witter
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M3
Are you wanting to be happier? Are feeling stuck in life and constantly procrastinating ? Are you feeling down, fed up, worried or stressed? Are you struggling with the demands of life and feeling overwhelmed? I understand as I've been there and so have many of the young people and Adults that I work with. Remember that you're not alone in this journey of life and the season will change. . I can help YOU to be the best version of yourself whilst overcoming emotional difficulties which may prevent YOU from achieving your potential and being happy.
0161 509 4136 View 0161 509 4136
This is an online group for people with inflammatory bowel disease (crohns and ulcerative colitis) who are struggling to manage their symptoms alongside their goals for life. The group: runs for 8 weeks x 2 hours long (with a 10 min break in the middle). The group starts in October, 2024 and will run every other week, over 16 weeks. Before you start the group you will be offered an assessment. The group will be facilitated by two Trainee Health Psychologists, one of whom is a specialist in IBD. The reduced fee is reflective of this. Total cost £470.
Hosted by Dr Louise Roper
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liverpool L18
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid. I also support people with a range of physical health issues as well as with their sleep, fatigue, worry and other illness related issues. I would like to help you get back to the life you want to live and support you to live well despite what is going on for you at this point in time. I also work with people who are experiencing burnout or stress, anxiety or depression. I am qualified to assess and diagnosis ADHD
01923 961962 View 01923 961962
The Imago monthly relationship group offers a distraction free space to focus on you and your relationship where you will learn effective new communication skills that will lead to more safety, connection, empathy, compassion and understanding in your relationship.
Hosted by CBT Therapy Manchester (Individuals & Couples)
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M25
Relationship struggles? Turn a good relationship into a great relationship. Resolve long standing difficulties. Relationship near break-up and you want to decide if the relationship can be saved? Imago Relationship Therapy can help towards more safety, connection, empathy, compassion & understanding in your relationship. Anxious, worrying a lot, stressed, low in mood, irritable? CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy) can help. Be in touch for a free initial discussion.
0161 509 6679 View 0161 509 6679
I offer schema therapy which explores early life experiences and childhood unmet need, this therapy is helpful for those whom have been experiences emotional dysregulation, engaging in unhelpful relationships and struggling to manage life without anxiety
Hosted by Paula Marie Reid
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M32
Do your suffer with anxiety and do you want help, then I am able to help with this. Anxiety can plague you throughout your life. If this describes you then I can help you understand the reasons why. Have you engaged in therapy before and nothing seems to work, then I can help you understand why. Do you struggle to regulate your emotions and you do not understand why, then therapy can help you explore why you have unhelpful patterns of behaviour. This may relate to early life experiences.
0161 524 1327 View 0161 524 1327
I am looking at setting up a therapist peer support group. Sometimes supervison is not enough, we need more. This group will be a holding safe space for therapists to explore their client issues and own process. During my training in Person Centred Therapy, the 90 min PD sessions at the end of the academic day, was where I garnered a lot of understanding and learning about self. We are impacted as therapists all the time by our clients and it can be isolating and lonely work. This group bridges the gap. Tea/coffee provided. Crosby/Waterloo Joanne
Hosted by Joanne Ramsdale
Counsellor, DCounsPsych, MBACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liverpool L22
Unheard, misunderstood, confused, unsure, lost, desperate, feeling stuck, wanting to feel 'normal'. Any of these reasons and more can lead us to seek Counselling. I have been a therapist for 12 years, and practice in a Person-Centred way. What this means is, I truly believe when someone comes to see me they want to be listened to, not told it will be OK, or try this and do that. You have probably tried those things and still feel the same. What's needed is someone with the skill to help you navigate your feelings on a deeper level, to give you greater understanding of how you have come to feel the way you do.
0151 453 6267 View 0151 453 6267
A group supporting people who are developing their recovery from addiction and dependence issues utilising Group therapy. Using the systemic approach and the A2R proven methods.
Hosted by Dave Cooper Counselling
Psychotherapist, MSc, ACC-AC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M2
I work with every kind of addiction and dependence. Unlike residential approaches, I work with you whilst you are at home and at work. In your real life. Issues that I consider my approach successful with are - alcohol, cocaine and other drugs. internet based dependencies such as social media and gaming. Workaholism and relationship depndency. Sexual and relationship addiction. prescription medication dependency. Comfort eating and overeating as well as restricting and self starving.
01925 989871 View 01925 989871
This group is based on Non-Violent Resistance principles. NVR is an empowering model for parents of children who are expressing their distress through aggression and controlling behaviour. The group setting also has a very supportive element which parents find helpful and grounding. We are planning a new group in the coming weeks, but you can be added to the waiting list now if you would like more details nearer the time.
Hosted by Altogether Human CIC - Dr Gemma Parker
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manchester M21
I'm Gemma. I'm a clinical psychologist with a passion for working with families and wider systems around people. I work with couples, and parents who are struggling with the behaviour of their children, particularly aggression or other risky behaviours. I also work with couples who are experiencing significant levels of conflict and harmful or abusive behaviour. Sometimes, my work is with parents who have separated and are trying to work out how to reduce the impact of this separation on their children, or repair or reconstruct relationships that have become strained or distant.
0161 524 1130 View 0161 524 1130
This is a group for people who are struggling to live well with Long Covid symptoms. I developed this group due to the loneliness patients were reporting because they didn't know anyone with symptoms such as theirs. It is really important to note: I cannot help you with breathlessness because I am not physiotherapy trained. But I can support with fatigue, pain, sleep, worry and goal setting. The group is 6 weeks long, for 90 minutes a week.
Hosted by Dr Louise Roper
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
Group meets in Liverpool L18
I am a Principal Health Psychologist (part time) in the NHS who supports people with chronic illness, including Long Covid. I also support people with a range of physical health issues as well as with their sleep, fatigue, worry and other illness related issues. I would like to help you get back to the life you want to live and support you to live well despite what is going on for you at this point in time. I also work with people who are experiencing burnout or stress, anxiety or depression. I am qualified to assess and diagnosis ADHD
01923 961962 View 01923 961962

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How does group therapy work?

Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.

Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. 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.

What are the benefits of group therapy?

Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.

Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?

Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.

How much does group therapy cost?

Group counselling is typically less expensive than individual counselling, with each session costing on average between £45 to £60. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from £60 to £150. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.

Does insurance cover group therapy?

If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your group therapy sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for group therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.

How long does group therapy last?

The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.

What are the limitations of support groups?

Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.