Support group for anyone who wants to hear what others are doing to cope and move forward feedback, cross talk, and a licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide Psycho-Educations.
Hosted by Tomas Joseph Madrigal
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CATC-I, CATC-II, L-13546
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93001
Support group for anyone who wants to hear what others are doing to cope and move forward feedback, cross talk, and a licensed Substance Use Disorder Counselor to provide Psycho-Educations.
Are you someone who feels the weight of a loved one's addiction? Maybe you're feeling anxious, exhausted, or even helpless. This group is here for you. It's a space where people like you—who are open and desire to look inward—come together. We'll explore how to cope, set healthy boundaries, and find peace. This group is about finding support and understanding as you love someone who's struggling. Schedule a free 20 minute consultation today.
Are you someone who feels the weight of a loved one's addiction? Maybe you're feeling anxious, exhausted, or even helpless. This group is here for you. It's a space where people like you—who are open and desire to look inward—come together. We'll explore how to cope, set healthy boundaries, and find peace. This group is about finding support and understanding as you love someone who's struggling. Schedule a free 20 minute consultation today.
Este grupo se ofrece en Zoom en directo, es un grupo interactivo y presentado en persona por un profesional con mucha experiencia. Voluntarios y aquellos obligados por la corte son bienvenidos. Pueden hacer 10, 12, 15 semanas o mas si quiere. Las clases son para aquellos que tienen un caso en la corte de familia o corte criminal pero tambien para quienes buscan hacer cambios personales o por situacion laboral. Usamos material que ha mostrado ser de gran ayuda a los clientes en comprender su situacion y cambiar comportamientos.
Hosted by Aspira Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CAS, M-RAS, SUDCC
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Counselor is certified to meet California available requirements, there is no licensing available at this time for addiction counseling.
Este grupo se ofrece en Zoom en directo, es un grupo interactivo y presentado en persona por un profesional con mucha experiencia. Voluntarios y aquellos obligados por la corte son bienvenidos. Pueden hacer 10, 12, 15 semanas o mas si quiere. Las clases son para aquellos que tienen un caso en la corte de familia o corte criminal pero tambien para quienes buscan hacer cambios personales o por situacion laboral. Usamos material que ha mostrado ser de gran ayuda a los clientes en comprender su situacion y cambiar comportamientos.
If you're feeling trapped by porn, sexting, or other sexual behaviors that feel out of control, you're not alone. This weekly group is designed to provide accessible, affordable help for those struggling with unwanted sexual behaviors. We support in each other in growing toward healthy sexuality and relationships. The group is currently running and space is limited, so please contact us for more details.
Hosted by Jeremy Mast
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MDiv, LMFT, CSAT-S, CPTT-S
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
If you're feeling trapped by porn, sexting, or other sexual behaviors that feel out of control, you're not alone. This weekly group is designed to provide accessible, affordable help for those struggling with unwanted sexual behaviors. We support in each other in growing toward healthy sexuality and relationships. The group is currently running and space is limited, so please contact us for more details.
Support group for family members affected by a loved ones addiction. For parents, spouses, siblings who have been affected by a family members substance use. Weekly Support Group with educational material, support, process groups, coping tools. Join the confidential group at www.counselinganywhere.com
Hosted by Dr. Maggie Lavey
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PsyD, LPCC, EMDR
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Support group for family members affected by a loved ones addiction. For parents, spouses, siblings who have been affected by a family members substance use. Weekly Support Group with educational material, support, process groups, coping tools. Join the confidential group at www.counselinganywhere.com
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Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
We work to treat all modalities of need in the area of mental wellness and addiction or both. Family sessions are available
We work to treat all modalities of need in the area of mental wellness and addiction or both. Family sessions are available
Since 2018, PCI has offered this free and open space for the community to ask questions about the science and treatment of mental health and addiction. Hosted by our clinicians. Join us every other Tuesday at 5:30 pm at our office in Westlake Village! Sign up: https://www.pcicenters.com/pci-events/
Hosted by Psychological Care Institute | PCI Centers
Treatment Center, PhD, PsyD, MD, LMFT, CADC
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91362
PCI is a truly dual-diagnosis facility, meaning we treat both mental health and substance use disorders, and design highly personalized treatment plans that integrate different diagnosis and is unique to your history, needs, and goals.
Since 2018, PCI has offered this free and open space for the community to ask questions about the science and treatment of mental health and addiction. Hosted by our clinicians. Join us every other Tuesday at 5:30 pm at our office in Westlake Village! Sign up: https://www.pcicenters.com/pci-events/
This group is focused on providing therapy, support and information for those in recovery from addictions. A transpersonal approach is used, working with body, mind and spirit to provide the best opportunity to achieve successful recovery. All types of addiction challenges are accepted.
Hosted by Chaarenne T. Torris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCII, LAADACr, ICADC
Group meets in Ojai, CA 93023
This group is focused on providing therapy, support and information for those in recovery from addictions. A transpersonal approach is used, working with body, mind and spirit to provide the best opportunity to achieve successful recovery. All types of addiction challenges are accepted.
Our free virtual parent support group is facilitated by a licensed therapist and offers parents of teens a vital lifeline in today's challenging parenting landscape. This weekly online group provides a safe, confidential space where caregivers connect, share experiences, and exchange resources. Participants gain support as they navigate complex issues such as mental health concerns, substance abuse, behavioral problems, academic pressures, and social media challenges. By fostering a supportive community, we empower parents to build resilience, practice their own self-care, and guide their teens through adolescence with confidence and compassion. Register for this community group on our website.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Our free virtual parent support group is facilitated by a licensed therapist and offers parents of teens a vital lifeline in today's challenging parenting landscape. This weekly online group provides a safe, confidential space where caregivers connect, share experiences, and exchange resources. Participants gain support as they navigate complex issues such as mental health concerns, substance abuse, behavioral problems, academic pressures, and social media challenges. By fostering a supportive community, we empower parents to build resilience, practice their own self-care, and guide their teens through adolescence with confidence and compassion. Register for this community group on our website.
Our free virtual parent support group is facilitated by a licensed therapist and offers parents of teens a vital lifeline in today's challenging parenting landscape. This weekly online group provides a safe, confidential space where caregivers connect, share experiences, and exchange resources. Participants gain support as they navigate complex issues such as mental health concerns, substance abuse, behavioral problems, academic pressures, and social media challenges. By fostering a supportive community, we empower parents to build resilience, practice their own self-care, and guide their teens through adolescence with confidence and compassion. Register for this community group on our website.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Our free virtual parent support group is facilitated by a licensed therapist and offers parents of teens a vital lifeline in today's challenging parenting landscape. This weekly online group provides a safe, confidential space where caregivers connect, share experiences, and exchange resources. Participants gain support as they navigate complex issues such as mental health concerns, substance abuse, behavioral problems, academic pressures, and social media challenges. By fostering a supportive community, we empower parents to build resilience, practice their own self-care, and guide their teens through adolescence with confidence and compassion. Register for this community group on our website.
1 hour group with associates who are anywhere in their journey to collaborate with myself and others in studying for the clinical and law and ethics state exams. Whether you are just starting your hours or have already taken the exam and failed, this group offer study tips/tools, collaboration with other therapists and the ability to case consult with a licensed clinician. First session for associates is free, and then $20 per session attended.
Hosted by Megan Stevens Talmo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91361
I typically work with individuals of all ages who experience mood dysregulation, assistance in building coping skills, history of substance abuse, children/adolescents/adults on the spectrum and those who have experience with significant trauma and are looking to engage in EMDR therapy.
1 hour group with associates who are anywhere in their journey to collaborate with myself and others in studying for the clinical and law and ethics state exams. Whether you are just starting your hours or have already taken the exam and failed, this group offer study tips/tools, collaboration with other therapists and the ability to case consult with a licensed clinician. First session for associates is free, and then $20 per session attended.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Based on Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), SMART Recovery (Self-Management and Recovery Training) offers an evidence-based approach designed to help individuals struggling with addiction and provides practical skills to help teens manage their thoughts, emotions and behaviors. Although SMART Recovery is an abstinence-oriented program, it allows flexible goal setting, whether that means reducing certain behaviors with a harm reduction approach or working towards complete sobriety. Unlike the 12-Step model, SMART Recovery offers a more achievable recovery path, giving teens the tools to make positive and sustainable changes in their lives without the pressure of a lifelong commitment.
New Support Groups for Adults and also for Teens, (both Online and In-Person) are forming now. Contact me for more information.
Hosted by Jennifer Walker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91362
New Support Groups for Adults and also for Teens, (both Online and In-Person) are forming now. Contact me for more information.
This intimate closed group provides a safe space for women in recovery from addiction to connect and support each other. As a therapist I facilitate a focus on developing emotional sobriety including practice identifying and expressing a range of emotions, assertiveness and a challenge to codependency issues that often underlie women's addiction.
Hosted by Sarah Nicholson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Westlake Village, CA 91361
This intimate closed group provides a safe space for women in recovery from addiction to connect and support each other. As a therapist I facilitate a focus on developing emotional sobriety including practice identifying and expressing a range of emotions, assertiveness and a challenge to codependency issues that often underlie women's addiction.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
Our programs support teens with emotional dysregulation, trauma, ADHD, substance use, behavioral issues, and impulsive or high-risk behavior.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based approach designed to reduce emotion dysregulation, impulsive behavior, self-harm and suicidal ideation, and treat other mental health or behavioral issues. The goal of DBT is to help teens change ineffective behavior patterns by learning skills that will help them reach their goals. Our programs include four DBT skills groups a week that cover core mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. Teens learn a new DBT skill in each group. Our staff help teens practice these skills so that they know how to use them in their daily lives.
We focus on issues concerning addiction and difficulties associated with maintaining healthy solutions in recovery. Many patients suffer from trauma, depression and anxiety. We work together as a team to help our patients find their path to recovery and create a concrete foundation for happiness in recovery.
Our licensed staff has personal and professional experience with addiction and provides compassionate, safe, and confidential 24-hour care.
We focus on issues concerning addiction and difficulties associated with maintaining healthy solutions in recovery. Many patients suffer from trauma, depression and anxiety. We work together as a team to help our patients find their path to recovery and create a concrete foundation for happiness in recovery.
SMARTRECOVERY is a non religious, science based, common sense approach for anyone seeking to abstain from addictive behaviors. Meetings are free, friendly and supportive. We do not diagnosis or use labels. You can come anytime! See SMARTRECOVERY.org
25 years of clinically trained practice, addiction/recovery, EMDR, Psychedelic Integration Coaching, Harm Reduction, spirituality support
SMARTRECOVERY is a non religious, science based, common sense approach for anyone seeking to abstain from addictive behaviors. Meetings are free, friendly and supportive. We do not diagnosis or use labels. You can come anytime! See SMARTRECOVERY.org
SMART Recovery is a positive and proven, common-sense, self help approach to all addictive behaviors. Effective tools to sustain motivation, control urges, manage difficult thoughts and emotions, achieve life balance. Non-religious and empowering alternative to 12-steps. Contact: Len@fullspectrumrecovery.com or 805-886-1963. See www.fullspectrumrecovery.com or SMARTrecovery.org for more info.
25 years of clinically trained practice, addiction/recovery, EMDR, Psychedelic Integration Coaching, Harm Reduction, spirituality support
SMART Recovery is a positive and proven, common-sense, self help approach to all addictive behaviors. Effective tools to sustain motivation, control urges, manage difficult thoughts and emotions, achieve life balance. Non-religious and empowering alternative to 12-steps. Contact: Len@fullspectrumrecovery.com or 805-886-1963. See www.fullspectrumrecovery.com or SMARTrecovery.org for more info.
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Addiction Support Groups
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.