Do you feel life deeply? Its beauty, its struggles, its complexity, yet we often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or pressured to “toughen up.” You may be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), a trait researched by Dr. Elaine Aron. This therapy group offers a supportive, compassionate space where sensitivity is celebrated as a strength. Together, we’ll process challenges, learn about the HSP trait, and practice tools for thriving with sensitivity. Through group discussion, experiential exercises, and resources, you’ll gain insight, resilience, and connection. This is a space to honor your sensitivity and discover you are not alone.
I work with teens, adults, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, self-harm, or stress in relationships and parenting.
Do you feel life deeply? Its beauty, its struggles, its complexity, yet we often feel overwhelmed, misunderstood, or pressured to “toughen up.” You may be a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), a trait researched by Dr. Elaine Aron. This therapy group offers a supportive, compassionate space where sensitivity is celebrated as a strength. Together, we’ll process challenges, learn about the HSP trait, and practice tools for thriving with sensitivity. Through group discussion, experiential exercises, and resources, you’ll gain insight, resilience, and connection. This is a space to honor your sensitivity and discover you are not alone.
This is a weekly online Gestalt process therapy group that supports individuals healing from head injury (including concussions) who identify as high performers before their injury, and are now experiencing overwhelm and challenges in one or more areas of life. Loved ones, friends, and coworkers may not understand as you're also re-learning and re-adapting into the new you. All participants must schedule an intake session prior to joining the group. Please schedule a consultation to register. Group meets for six weeks on Tuesdays. Next Session Begins: February 1, 2022.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, high-functioning depression, stress, burnout, loneliness, grief, identity, relationships, major transitions, or simply becoming more fully yourself.
This is a weekly online Gestalt process therapy group that supports individuals healing from head injury (including concussions) who identify as high performers before their injury, and are now experiencing overwhelm and challenges in one or more areas of life. Loved ones, friends, and coworkers may not understand as you're also re-learning and re-adapting into the new you. All participants must schedule an intake session prior to joining the group. Please schedule a consultation to register. Group meets for six weeks on Tuesdays. Next Session Begins: February 1, 2022.
This group offers not only therapeutic growth but also a sense of belonging, so that no highly sensitive person has to navigate their journey alone. We will use a variety of formats, including group discussion, experiential exercises, videos, and selected readings, to deepen our understanding and build a toolkit for thriving as an HSP. As both a therapist and a fellow HSP, I will guide our group through: 1. Processing & Support 2. Psychoeducation 3. Practical Tools 4. Narrative Reframing 5.Relationship Building. Together, we will create a supportive and compassionate community where sensitivity is understood, validated, and celebrated.
Hosted by Jeanie Zhener Lo
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Group meets in Arcadia, CA 91006
I specialize in helping teens, adults, and couples move through anxiety, depression, conflicts, and self-harm with compassion and evidence-based care.
This group offers not only therapeutic growth but also a sense of belonging, so that no highly sensitive person has to navigate their journey alone. We will use a variety of formats, including group discussion, experiential exercises, videos, and selected readings, to deepen our understanding and build a toolkit for thriving as an HSP. As both a therapist and a fellow HSP, I will guide our group through: 1. Processing & Support 2. Psychoeducation 3. Practical Tools 4. Narrative Reframing 5.Relationship Building. Together, we will create a supportive and compassionate community where sensitivity is understood, validated, and celebrated.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) who often feels overwhelmed by the intensity of daily life? Research by Dr. Elaine Aron shows that HSPs process information and emotions more deeply, which can lead to stress but also to remarkable strengths. This therapy group provides education about the HSP trait, guided support, and practical tools to manage overwhelm. Together, members will explore strategies for resilience, reframe sensitivity as a strength, and practice authentic relationship skills. Through discussion and experiential activities, participants gain insight, validation, and connection within a supportive therapeutic community.
Hosted by Brianna Mitjans
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, ATR-P
Group meets in Arcadia, CA 91006
I can support you with anxiety, grief, life transitions, parenting, and identity concerns through art therapy, coping skills, and mindfulness.
Are you a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) who often feels overwhelmed by the intensity of daily life? Research by Dr. Elaine Aron shows that HSPs process information and emotions more deeply, which can lead to stress but also to remarkable strengths. This therapy group provides education about the HSP trait, guided support, and practical tools to manage overwhelm. Together, members will explore strategies for resilience, reframe sensitivity as a strength, and practice authentic relationship skills. Through discussion and experiential activities, participants gain insight, validation, and connection within a supportive therapeutic community.
Do you ever feel like the world moves just a little too fast? That your deep feelings, empathy, and intuition, your sensitivity, are both your greatest gifts & biggest challenges? You’re not alone. Join our HSP Support Group, a space where sensitivity is celebrated, not “fixed.” We’ll explore what it means to thrive as a HSP. • Processing and emotional support • Psychoeducation and understanding • Practical tools for balance • Narrative reframing to embrace your story • Building authentic, compassionate connections. Let’s create a community where your sensitivity is seen as strength and where you never have to navigate the journey alone.
Do you ever feel like the world moves just a little too fast? That your deep feelings, empathy, and intuition, your sensitivity, are both your greatest gifts & biggest challenges? You’re not alone. Join our HSP Support Group, a space where sensitivity is celebrated, not “fixed.” We’ll explore what it means to thrive as a HSP. • Processing and emotional support • Psychoeducation and understanding • Practical tools for balance • Narrative reframing to embrace your story • Building authentic, compassionate connections. Let’s create a community where your sensitivity is seen as strength and where you never have to navigate the journey alone.
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Your past doesn’t define you. This 6-week trauma-processing group provides a safe space for adult survivors of childhood physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Through guided discussions, coping strategies, and inner child healing, you’ll gain tools to manage triggers, set boundaries, and build resilience. Connect with others who understand your journey and reclaim control over your life. You are stronger than you think. Reach out for a free diagnostic tool and a 20-minute consultation to see if this group is right for you. Healing is possible—you don’t have to do it alone.
Hosted by Sterling Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Huntington Beach, CA 92647
Your past doesn’t define you. This 6-week trauma-processing group provides a safe space for adult survivors of childhood physical, emotional, or sexual abuse. Through guided discussions, coping strategies, and inner child healing, you’ll gain tools to manage triggers, set boundaries, and build resilience. Connect with others who understand your journey and reclaim control over your life. You are stronger than you think. Reach out for a free diagnostic tool and a 20-minute consultation to see if this group is right for you. Healing is possible—you don’t have to do it alone.
Do you have difficulty connecting with people? Do you feel like you never come off the way you intended to? Do social settings make you uncomfortable? This virtual group is a safe place to learn to connect to others. The group offers helpful homework assignments, processing of social fears, social skills training, and fosters connection within the group. If you're fed up and ready for a change, group is the perfect way to work on your social fears and insecurities. Contact me to learn more.
Hosted by Jennifer Cornett
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , AMFT
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90024
Do you have difficulty connecting with people? Do you feel like you never come off the way you intended to? Do social settings make you uncomfortable? This virtual group is a safe place to learn to connect to others. The group offers helpful homework assignments, processing of social fears, social skills training, and fosters connection within the group. If you're fed up and ready for a change, group is the perfect way to work on your social fears and insecurities. Contact me to learn more.
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
Hosted by Kelly Albrecht
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ASW, IFS
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
Grupo para aprender el efecto del estres en nuestras vidas, y como manejar la vida cotediana. Estaremos conectandonos con otras mujeres.
Hosted by Springs of Water Counseling Clinic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Montebello, CA 90640
Grupo para aprender el efecto del estres en nuestras vidas, y como manejar la vida cotediana. Estaremos conectandonos con otras mujeres.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is widely used because it is structured, effective, and accessible. Yet many clinicians notice that standard CBT approaches do not always land the same way across cultural contexts. Interventions that are intended to help can sometimes feel invalidating, overly individualistic, or disconnected from a client’s lived experience. This group supports clinicians in practicing CBT with cultural responsiveness and self-awareness. We examine when interventions function as microaggressions, rethink “cognitive distortions” in context, and explore the adaptive role of emotions such as shame. The focus is on building practical skill, confidence, and culturally attuned care.
Hosted by Laura Michelle Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90044
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy is widely used because it is structured, effective, and accessible. Yet many clinicians notice that standard CBT approaches do not always land the same way across cultural contexts. Interventions that are intended to help can sometimes feel invalidating, overly individualistic, or disconnected from a client’s lived experience. This group supports clinicians in practicing CBT with cultural responsiveness and self-awareness. We examine when interventions function as microaggressions, rethink “cognitive distortions” in context, and explore the adaptive role of emotions such as shame. The focus is on building practical skill, confidence, and culturally attuned care.
STARTING THIS SEPT/OCT 2024!
12-Week Trauma Therapy Group (Psychoed & Process)—led by a skilled group facilitator (with both personal/clinical experience in treating and healing trauma). This ONLINE group will meet on ZOOM for 12 weeks for 60mins / week. We will focus on going deeper to heal your childhood trauma once and for all…so you can have better self-worth & self-esteem in life. ***This group will be a safe, inclusive space—esp. welcoming to LGBTQ+, BIPOC, 1st/2nd-generation Americans (with immigrant parents), and ADHD/neurodivergent folks.***.
As you heal, your symptoms of anxiety and depression lift & you lighten up!
STARTING THIS SEPT/OCT 2024!
12-Week Trauma Therapy Group (Psychoed & Process)—led by a skilled group facilitator (with both personal/clinical experience in treating and healing trauma). This ONLINE group will meet on ZOOM for 12 weeks for 60mins / week. We will focus on going deeper to heal your childhood trauma once and for all…so you can have better self-worth & self-esteem in life. ***This group will be a safe, inclusive space—esp. welcoming to LGBTQ+, BIPOC, 1st/2nd-generation Americans (with immigrant parents), and ADHD/neurodivergent folks.***.
re: LIVE is a therapy-informed support group for adults navigating anxiety, burnout, and life transitions who are seeking a more embodied, relational way to explore what’s going on. These guided sessions draw from integrative and somatic psychotherapy principles and may include reflection, experiential practices, and group discussion. re: LIVE is not group therapy, but a facilitated space to build insight, connection, and practical tools that support everyday life. Many participants choose to continue their work through individual therapy with a re: clinician. Open to adults seeking thoughtful, holistic support.
Hosted by re:treat Therapy for Anxiety & Life Transitions
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC, LMHC
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90034
We work with anxiety, burnout, relational stress, and life transitions using an integrative, nervous system-informed approach.
re: LIVE is a therapy-informed support group for adults navigating anxiety, burnout, and life transitions who are seeking a more embodied, relational way to explore what’s going on. These guided sessions draw from integrative and somatic psychotherapy principles and may include reflection, experiential practices, and group discussion. re: LIVE is not group therapy, but a facilitated space to build insight, connection, and practical tools that support everyday life. Many participants choose to continue their work through individual therapy with a re: clinician. Open to adults seeking thoughtful, holistic support.
Groups have been shown to be as effective as individual therapy for addressing certain problems If you are interested in developing healthier relationships with others, or learning more about your 'social self' I highly recommend that you consider group psychotherapy. The presence, support and feedback of peers creates a powerful, unique learning experience that cannot be achieved in individual therapy. Additionally, I am a Certified as a Group Psychotherapist by the National Registry of Certified Group Psychotherapists.
Groups have been shown to be as effective as individual therapy for addressing certain problems If you are interested in developing healthier relationships with others, or learning more about your 'social self' I highly recommend that you consider group psychotherapy. The presence, support and feedback of peers creates a powerful, unique learning experience that cannot be achieved in individual therapy. Additionally, I am a Certified as a Group Psychotherapist by the National Registry of Certified Group Psychotherapists.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) offers structured support for emotional regulation, stress coping, and improved relationships in individuals struggling with various issues, including depression, anxiety, trauma, OCD, and personality disorders. This group can assist you in learning effective mindfulness practices, distress tolerance, and communication skills. Group sessions focus on sharing experiences, validating each other, and learning DBT techniques. The group setting encourages connection, empowerment, and consistent practice of therapeutic tools. The eight-session program covers various DBT skills, ultimately aiming to promote healing and reclaiming a sense of self-control.
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
Hosted by Lucille Tran
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
The many talented and diverse clinicians at Conscious Connections Psychology Group are personally selected, trained and mentored by Dr. Inga Simonian, and matched to each patient by our hardworking receptionist Karine based on their unique goals, story and schedule. Congratulations on your first step to inner work. We are excited to be of service to you.
The many talented and diverse clinicians at Conscious Connections Psychology Group are personally selected, trained and mentored by Dr. Inga Simonian, and matched to each patient by our hardworking receptionist Karine based on their unique goals, story and schedule. Congratulations on your first step to inner work. We are excited to be of service to you.
Join our Harm Reduction Addiction Support Group for holistic recovery. Our compassionate space embraces diverse needs with structured sessions covering addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, relationships, and more. We focus on coping skills, healthy relationships, and relapse prevention, integrating IFS, CBT, mindfulness, trauma informed care, and attachment theory. Reclaim control, build community, and explore new possibilities with us. Book a free consultation today for personalized support on your journey to recovery.
Join our Harm Reduction Addiction Support Group for holistic recovery. Our compassionate space embraces diverse needs with structured sessions covering addiction, anxiety, depression, impulse control, relationships, and more. We focus on coping skills, healthy relationships, and relapse prevention, integrating IFS, CBT, mindfulness, trauma informed care, and attachment theory. Reclaim control, build community, and explore new possibilities with us. Book a free consultation today for personalized support on your journey to recovery.
Support groups Friday 5p, Saturday 10am and 11:30am Starting February 7th, 2020 and weekly after that. This group will focus on evidence-based strategies and tools to decrease anxiety, depression, improve mood, overcome stress, and life challenges. Contact us to sign up. You must register to attend groups. $25 each session.
Support groups Friday 5p, Saturday 10am and 11:30am Starting February 7th, 2020 and weekly after that. This group will focus on evidence-based strategies and tools to decrease anxiety, depression, improve mood, overcome stress, and life challenges. Contact us to sign up. You must register to attend groups. $25 each session.
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
Hosted by Kendra Lewis
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW, DBT, IFS
Group meets in Santa Ana, CA 92701
This group is a six-week therapy group for women, blending the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model and mindfulness. This group is tailored for those navigating grief, trauma, relationship shifts, and career challenges along with a safe space for exploration. I offer guided exercises, discussions, & compassionate support to empower you to deepen your self-awareness and resilience. Each session delves into parts recognition, self-compassion, healing exiled parts, and integrating the inner self. Join this transformative journey, celebrating progress and setting intentions for ongoing transformation. 'Embracing Change' offers women strength, solace, and authentic resilience. Contact me for a free consultation.
Join our 8-week Brainspotting Group to heal from trauma and reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, relationship issues, avoidance, nightmares, and flashbacks. Using Brainspotting, a somatic therapy that targets where trauma is stored in the brain, you’ll process deep emotional pain that talk therapy often can’t reach. Each session blends psychoeducation, group discussions, and Brainspotting exercises to help alleviate trauma symptoms and activate the brain’s natural healing abilities. Connect with others on a similar journey, share experiences, and work through challenges in a safe, supportive environment. Experience the transformative power of trauma healing and recovery.
Join our 8-week Brainspotting Group to heal from trauma and reduce symptoms like anxiety, depression, relationship issues, avoidance, nightmares, and flashbacks. Using Brainspotting, a somatic therapy that targets where trauma is stored in the brain, you’ll process deep emotional pain that talk therapy often can’t reach. Each session blends psychoeducation, group discussions, and Brainspotting exercises to help alleviate trauma symptoms and activate the brain’s natural healing abilities. Connect with others on a similar journey, share experiences, and work through challenges in a safe, supportive environment. Experience the transformative power of trauma healing and recovery.
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Anxiety Support Groups
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.
What are the most common types of treatment for anxiety?
Talk therapy, particularly cognitive behavioral therapy, is the most common treatment for anxiety. Studies have shown it is equally effective as medication. Other popular 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 Behavioral 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.
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.