Our group comes together to honor your loss while creating a space to share, receive support and connect with others who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy. Losing a pregnancy is often a loss that is undervalued in our society. Our group creates an opportunity to open your heart, share your grief and find meaning and healing. Mothers and partners welcome.
Our group comes together to honor your loss while creating a space to share, receive support and connect with others who have experienced the loss of a pregnancy. Losing a pregnancy is often a loss that is undervalued in our society. Our group creates an opportunity to open your heart, share your grief and find meaning and healing. Mothers and partners welcome.
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.
You will begin with a 45 minute medical clearance and Ketamine education session with the Dr Ben Mati, MD with whom I provide KAP. Next is a 50 minute preparation session with me where we can get to know one another and discuss the procedures and protocols for the Ketamine medicine session. Next is a 3 hour ketamine assisted psychotherapy medicine session with myself Dr Mati and one other participant. We follow up in the next 48 hours with a 50 minute integration session.
I am a California Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist specializing in adults with trauma and trauma related concerns.
You will begin with a 45 minute medical clearance and Ketamine education session with the Dr Ben Mati, MD with whom I provide KAP. Next is a 50 minute preparation session with me where we can get to know one another and discuss the procedures and protocols for the Ketamine medicine session. Next is a 3 hour ketamine assisted psychotherapy medicine session with myself Dr Mati and one other participant. We follow up in the next 48 hours with a 50 minute integration session.
Small private practice offering individual, couple, and adolescent psychotherapy specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, ptsd, addiction, interpersonal relationships, and more.
Hosted by John Joseph Tarsitano
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
I help adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, depression, and a longing for deeper meaning.
Small private practice offering individual, couple, and adolescent psychotherapy specializing in the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, ptsd, addiction, interpersonal relationships, and more.
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.
I have over 8 years of experience helping adults, teens and families in crisis.
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.
Ordered to attend anger management classes? Our program meets courted mandated requirements and our facilitators are certified specialists from the National Anger Management Association. Call to schedule an intake appointment today. At the intake you must bring the following: Court Minutes, Photo ID, & Intake Fee. See website www.lakesidefamilycounseling.org in order to fill out an application.
Hosted by Lakeside Family Counseling & Heidi's House of Hope
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Ordered to attend anger management classes? Our program meets courted mandated requirements and our facilitators are certified specialists from the National Anger Management Association. Call to schedule an intake appointment today. At the intake you must bring the following: Court Minutes, Photo ID, & Intake Fee. See website www.lakesidefamilycounseling.org in order to fill out an application.
At HOPE Counseling Center, we believe in creating pathways to emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. Our diverse team of licensed therapists specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges, from relationship difficulties and anxiety to depression and trauma. Located in both PA and CAs, we provide flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend appointments. We accept goldcoast insurance and offer sliding scale fees to ensure quality mental health care remains accessible to all. Each client receives a personalized treatment approach that integrates various therapeutic modalities.
Hosted by Dr. Lauren Lawson
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93001
Through individual and family therapy, I help clients navigate the complex dynamics of parent- adult child relationships.
At HOPE Counseling Center, we believe in creating pathways to emotional wellness through compassionate, evidence-based therapy. Our diverse team of licensed therapists specializes in helping individuals and couples navigate life's challenges, from relationship difficulties and anxiety to depression and trauma. Located in both PA and CAs, we provide flexible scheduling options, including evening and weekend appointments. We accept goldcoast insurance and offer sliding scale fees to ensure quality mental health care remains accessible to all. Each client receives a personalized treatment approach that integrates various therapeutic modalities.
Group is paused- Chronic Pain Group. Back pain, pelvic pain, fibromyalgia, and more. Learn methods to eliminate or greatly reduce your pain based on brain training techniques. The group explores somatic nervous system regulation tools, pain reprocessing therapy, and inner child work.
Hosted by Sipora Weissman, Mind-Body Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93001
Group is paused- Chronic Pain Group. Back pain, pelvic pain, fibromyalgia, and more. Learn methods to eliminate or greatly reduce your pain based on brain training techniques. The group explores somatic nervous system regulation tools, pain reprocessing therapy, and inner child work.
Sex Addiction Recovery Education and Therapy for the addict and their spouses.
Hosted by Paul R Booth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPCC, MFT, MAC, CSAT, CMAT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Sex Addiction Recovery Education and Therapy for the addict and their spouses.
This group experience will help you cultivate your compassionate heart. Your sense of trust will grow. Your feelings of safety and comfort will increase. You will feel more confident to seek out new experiences and create new opportunities for yourself. Your inner wisdom will become available to you. Your relationships will blossom. Join us.
This group experience will help you cultivate your compassionate heart. Your sense of trust will grow. Your feelings of safety and comfort will increase. You will feel more confident to seek out new experiences and create new opportunities for yourself. Your inner wisdom will become available to you. Your relationships will blossom. Join us.
This is a group designed to instruct adults on the basic principles of finance: Budgetting, Effective Communication, Living within your means. This runs for 24 sessions, There is a waiting list, if interested please contact Dr T. Taylor
This is a group designed to instruct adults on the basic principles of finance: Budgetting, Effective Communication, Living within your means. This runs for 24 sessions, There is a waiting list, if interested please contact Dr T. Taylor
Create Healthy Relationships, is a therapy group for women, focusing on self- focus/empowerment in relationships. In the safety of a secure environment, you will gain insight into yourself and how you function in relationships, starting with the relationship with yourself. As you share life experiences and bond with each other, your strengths and weaknesses gradually unfold in miniature. Though honest disclosure of your feelings and the willingness to receive feedback as to how others experience you, you will be able to explore and heal your co-dependency issues, empowering you to create the loving connections you've always wanted.
Create Healthy Relationships, is a therapy group for women, focusing on self- focus/empowerment in relationships. In the safety of a secure environment, you will gain insight into yourself and how you function in relationships, starting with the relationship with yourself. As you share life experiences and bond with each other, your strengths and weaknesses gradually unfold in miniature. Though honest disclosure of your feelings and the willingness to receive feedback as to how others experience you, you will be able to explore and heal your co-dependency issues, empowering you to create the loving connections you've always wanted.
Join this community group for self-reflection, creativity, and support. There will be an optional prompt offered each week or you can write what is authentic for you. There will be approximately one hour of writing time and one hour for sharing, feedback, and reflection. Sharing is always optional.
Join this community group for self-reflection, creativity, and support. There will be an optional prompt offered each week or you can write what is authentic for you. There will be approximately one hour of writing time and one hour for sharing, feedback, and reflection. Sharing is always optional.
8-Week Grief Support Group in Ventura Hosted by Ceci Frost, AMFT You don't have to navigate grief alone. If you are in your first year of loss, this closed, in-person group offers a supportive space to process emotions, connect with others, and learn tools for healing. Starts: May 22, 2025 — Thursday evenings Location: Coastal Coworking, Ventura, CA Format: Closed group (4–8 participants, same members throughout) Cost: $50 per week, paid in 4-week installments Space is limited.
8-Week Grief Support Group in Ventura Hosted by Ceci Frost, AMFT You don't have to navigate grief alone. If you are in your first year of loss, this closed, in-person group offers a supportive space to process emotions, connect with others, and learn tools for healing. Starts: May 22, 2025 — Thursday evenings Location: Coastal Coworking, Ventura, CA Format: Closed group (4–8 participants, same members throughout) Cost: $50 per week, paid in 4-week installments Space is limited.
This is a men's group which allows for personal exploration and growth into the issues related to men's relational and emotive well being. The benefit of a cohesive, therapist supported peer group is healing and informative. The groups will run for 4 weeks and commitment to the group is essential. The groups are confidential and the setting is comfortable and welcoming. Feel free to call the office with questions or more information. 210-355-8657
Hosted by Dr. Demi Shugrue
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, PsyD, RN, BS, MA, LPCC, MFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
This is a men's group which allows for personal exploration and growth into the issues related to men's relational and emotive well being. The benefit of a cohesive, therapist supported peer group is healing and informative. The groups will run for 4 weeks and commitment to the group is essential. The groups are confidential and the setting is comfortable and welcoming. Feel free to call the office with questions or more information. 210-355-8657
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.
This Group is for Adults who identify as ADHD and want to find connection with other ADHDers. This is a virtual group that will meet for 12 weeks at a time. Email josh at josh@joshmanneytherapy.com to schedule a phone consult and to sign up.
This Group is for Adults who identify as ADHD and want to find connection with other ADHDers. This is a virtual group that will meet for 12 weeks at a time. Email josh at josh@joshmanneytherapy.com to schedule a phone consult and to sign up.
Both a women's and men's groups are facilitated separately adhering to Linehan's DBT model. The environment is safe and confidential and the focus is on recovery from life transition, grief, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, anger, depression, PTSD, and borderline PD. The groups are two hours long and are offered weekly. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, non-judgemental with a focus on validation, understanding, and healing, What will be achieved is an in depth understand of mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. The journey is life changing!
Both a women's and men's groups are facilitated separately adhering to Linehan's DBT model. The environment is safe and confidential and the focus is on recovery from life transition, grief, anxiety, addiction, eating disorders, emotion dysregulation, anger, depression, PTSD, and borderline PD. The groups are two hours long and are offered weekly. The atmosphere is warm, inviting, non-judgemental with a focus on validation, understanding, and healing, What will be achieved is an in depth understand of mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance, and emotion regulation. The journey is life changing!
This is a group for all first responder partners. The purpose of this group is to support and normalize the unique culture that first responder families go through. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space to freely speak and be heard. My goal is to also educate and empower all group members in finding their self-worth, independence, and teach healthy communication skills within their relationships.
This is a group for all first responder partners. The purpose of this group is to support and normalize the unique culture that first responder families go through. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space to freely speak and be heard. My goal is to also educate and empower all group members in finding their self-worth, independence, and teach healthy communication skills within their relationships.
This is a process-oriented group that explores myths, legends, and folktales as a way to uncover hidden insights that support the process of recovery and create a meaningful life. Evidence-based techniques are used to help members identify and amplify personal narratives and increase motivation for positive change. The primary focus of this group is to facilitate discussion related to growth and resilience in the recovery process that assist members in creating a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives.
Hosted by Kelsey Hawk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, CADC-II, EMDR
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
This is a process-oriented group that explores myths, legends, and folktales as a way to uncover hidden insights that support the process of recovery and create a meaningful life. Evidence-based techniques are used to help members identify and amplify personal narratives and increase motivation for positive change. The primary focus of this group is to facilitate discussion related to growth and resilience in the recovery process that assist members in creating a sense of meaning and purpose in their lives.
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Adults Support Groups
Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.