Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Hosted by Alexandra Neff
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
This is a group for individuals who want to stop feeling so alone in their struggles with anxiety, obsessive or compulsive thoughts and actions. Group members receive support from others dealing with similar experiences. This also can be an addition for those who want extra support outside of individual therapy. Some of the topics covered will include ways to decrease anxiety or unhelpful behaviours, ways to disengage from the trap of anxiety or obsessions, how to tolerate ambiguity and uncertainty better and how to enhance self care and a healthy sense of self.
I have additional certification in CBT, DBT, Psychoanalytic and EFT for Couples.
This is a group for individuals who want to stop feeling so alone in their struggles with anxiety, obsessive or compulsive thoughts and actions. Group members receive support from others dealing with similar experiences. This also can be an addition for those who want extra support outside of individual therapy. Some of the topics covered will include ways to decrease anxiety or unhelpful behaviours, ways to disengage from the trap of anxiety or obsessions, how to tolerate ambiguity and uncertainty better and how to enhance self care and a healthy sense of self.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Hosted by Elizabeth Kennedy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
Our therapists are trained in the number one treatment for anxiety-based disorders, a type of CBT: Exposure with Response Prevention.
Join our FREE nationwide online support group for young people (16+) with OCD! This safe, judgment-free space offers an opportunity to connect with others and discuss challenges like mental compulsions, shame, and more. Moderated by an experienced ERP therapist, the group provides support for those new to treatment or seeking a community that understands. Meetings are held every 1st & 3rd Wednesday from 5:30-6:30 PM PST. We look forward to having you! Learn more & join here [anxietyexperts.com/supportgroup]
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.
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 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 6 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. 805-910-5944
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 6 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. 805-910-5944
Our Batterer's Intervention Program meets court mandates and probation requirements. Both court mandated and volunteer individuals are welcome. Our program teaches what domestic violence is, how is starts, how is affects children and other family members and tools to manage anger and aggression. Call today to schedule an intake appointment. At the intake please bring the following: Court Minutes, ID and intake fee of $70. Weekly fee is $35. Sliding scale for those who qualify.
Our Batterer's Intervention Program meets court mandates and probation requirements. Both court mandated and volunteer individuals are welcome. Our program teaches what domestic violence is, how is starts, how is affects children and other family members and tools to manage anger and aggression. Call today to schedule an intake appointment. At the intake please bring the following: Court Minutes, ID and intake fee of $70. Weekly fee is $35. Sliding scale for those who qualify.
In this 12-week group, boys will work through a program of discussing mental health and coping skills in dealing with emotional stress, relationships (i.e. peer pressure), and other environmental influences.
In this 12-week group, boys will work through a program of discussing mental health and coping skills in dealing with emotional stress, relationships (i.e. peer pressure), and other environmental influences.
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.
Hosted by Terrence Terri O'Connor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
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.
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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 approach is evidence-based and behavioral, featuring adherent DBT skills training alongside other proven modalities like CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
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
Types of counseling we provide-evidenced based, behavioral wellness modalities including Cognitive-behavioral therapy, helps to teaches individuals in treatment to recognize and stop negative patterns of thinking and behavior.
We work to treat all modalities of need in the area of mental wellness and addiction or both. Family sessions are available
Do you want to be a calmer, less reactive & more present parent? Are you tired of constantly feeling overwhelmed and reacting impulsively to your children's behavior? Do you wish you could be a more patient and composed father, fostering a harmonious and loving home environment? Introducing "Avoiding Reactivity – How to be a Mindful & Present Father" We understand the unique challenges that fathers face when it comes to managing anger and stress, as well as the profound impact reactive parenting can have on both you and your children. So, we have designed a transformative program exclusively for dads like you!
Hosted by Vanessa Romero
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
I have a ton of tools we can utilize to minimize symptoms while creating cognitive change.
Do you want to be a calmer, less reactive & more present parent? Are you tired of constantly feeling overwhelmed and reacting impulsively to your children's behavior? Do you wish you could be a more patient and composed father, fostering a harmonious and loving home environment? Introducing "Avoiding Reactivity – How to be a Mindful & Present Father" We understand the unique challenges that fathers face when it comes to managing anger and stress, as well as the profound impact reactive parenting can have on both you and your children. So, we have designed a transformative program exclusively for dads like you!
This is a group designed to get the best start to your day and greet the morning with a easy to moderate walk, focusing on peace, beauty and mindfulness. We will focus on a theme and develop simple yet inspiring wellness goals for the day.
Hosted by Robin Balchen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, Eco-Psy
Group meets in Ojai, CA 93023
Every person is different, and in honoring our differences, I work with what sits right with you, whether it be art expression, spiritual exploration and contemplation, or cognitive awareness and restructuring.
This is a group designed to get the best start to your day and greet the morning with a easy to moderate walk, focusing on peace, beauty and mindfulness. We will focus on a theme and develop simple yet inspiring wellness goals for the day.
Support for women navigating complexities of mid-life, peri/menopause, caregiver stress, launching adult children, relationships
With holistic approaches to optimize cognitive, emotional and physical health I help my clients to feel more regulated, confident, capable and happier..
Support for women navigating complexities of mid-life, peri/menopause, caregiver stress, launching adult children, relationships
This group will address screen time, social media, Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO), "Vamping,” online gaming, compulsive phone checking, and more. It will foster healthy habits with technology, include social skills building, and provide an opportunity for in-person peer engagement.
I use a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Reality Therapy, and Solutions-Focused Therapy.
This group will address screen time, social media, Fear Of Missing Out (FOMO), "Vamping,” online gaming, compulsive phone checking, and more. It will foster healthy habits with technology, include social skills building, and provide an opportunity for in-person peer engagement.
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 approach is evidence-based and behavioral, featuring adherent DBT skills training alongside other proven modalities like CBT and Motivational Interviewing.
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.
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Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) Support Groups
How does cognitive behavioral therapy work?
Cognitive behavioral therapy works by exploring how your thoughts affect your emotions and experiences. CBT helps you identify distortions in your thinking. For example, you may tend to jump to the worst case scenario catastrophizing or think in extremes (all-or-nothing thinking). A therapist can teach you how to push back against those thoughts to ultimately change your feelings and behavior for the better. They can also provide coping skills to better deal with stressors and challenges.
When do I know to seek treatment with cognitive behavioral therapy?
It’s reasonable to consider cognitive behavioral therapy if you struggle to manage difficult emotions or behaviors to such an extent that you are not getting the most out of life on a day-to-day basis. If you want a shorter term, concrete, skills-based approach, CBT is a great option. (By contrast, other types of therapy may devote more time to exploring your past and its effects.) The decision to seek CBT also depends on the condition you’re treating; CBT is an effective treatment for anxiety, depression, trauma, and many other disorders.
How can I find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else?
To find a cognitive behavioral therapist for someone else, you may want to begin by discussing the person’s problem, researching cognitive behavioral therapy, and assessing whether the approach is the right fit. You could then reach out to a few cognitive behavioral therapists in this directory, explain the scenario, have a consultation with those available, and determine who could be a good match.
Why is CBT such a popular form of therapy?
CBT has become a popular form of therapy because it is effective and accessible. Robust research has demonstrated that CBT is an effective treatment for many mental health conditions. And CBT can be learned in relatively few sessions, which means that many people can engage in the process, afford it, and see results quickly. It involves learning concrete skills such as disputing unhelpful thoughts; these skills can also be taught and spread widely.