Join us weekly to learn effective coping skills, understand the function of your anxiety and get the support that you need. We are in the wait list phase of this group, i encourage you to send me a message and make sure you get on the list because spots are limited!

Hosted by Erica Otto
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, CPC
Group meets in Saint Augustine, FL 32080
I treat individuals for a range of issues including anxiety, grief, life transitions and depression as well as improving confidence.
Join us weekly to learn effective coping skills, understand the function of your anxiety and get the support that you need. We are in the wait list phase of this group, i encourage you to send me a message and make sure you get on the list because spots are limited!
Illuminate helps parents of teenagers understand their children and family dynamics through DBT principles. Parents gain tools, support, and strategies to improve family relationships using DBT skills in areas of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. This group meets virtually, and open to parents residing in the state of Florida. Elizabeth Rubin, RCSWI leads this group.

Hosted by Melissa Lichtenberger
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Group meets in Saint Augustine, FL 32086
Illuminate helps parents of teenagers understand their children and family dynamics through DBT principles. Parents gain tools, support, and strategies to improve family relationships using DBT skills in areas of: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotional Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. This group meets virtually, and open to parents residing in the state of Florida. Elizabeth Rubin, RCSWI leads this group.
Therapy and counseling for adults experiencing anxiety, grief, and trauma associated with cancer, chronic illness and major life changes. If you or a family member are feeling hopeless, powerless, or stuck in a place of fear, therapy can help. We offer access to consistent and caring therapy hospital social workers can’t provide – and we have no waiting list. Sara Kouten LCSW is not only clinically trained, she gets it firsthand as a two time cancer survivor and parent of a cancer survivor making her an expert in her field. Peace is possible during and after the storm.

Therapy and counseling for adults experiencing anxiety, grief, and trauma associated with cancer, chronic illness and major life changes. If you or a family member are feeling hopeless, powerless, or stuck in a place of fear, therapy can help. We offer access to consistent and caring therapy hospital social workers can’t provide – and we have no waiting list. Sara Kouten LCSW is not only clinically trained, she gets it firsthand as a two time cancer survivor and parent of a cancer survivor making her an expert in her field. Peace is possible during and after the storm.
Is your child struggling with regulating intense emotions and as a result potentially engaging in maladaptive behaviors? Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence based treatment that supports clients in developing greater self awareness, while acquiring behavioral tools to more effectively manage life. This is a telehealth group that meets weekly. Open to teens in both New Jersey and Florida. Develop skills in the following areas: Mindfulness; Emotional Regulation; Distress Tolerance; and Interpersonal Effectiveness. 24 Week Group -Ongoing with revolving entry -Ages 13-18 -Consultation is required to determine appropriateness for group. -Insurance accepted: Optum, Cigna, Aetna -$50 per session Out of Pocket

Hosted by Jennifer Arevalo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Saint Augustine, FL 32092
Is your child struggling with regulating intense emotions and as a result potentially engaging in maladaptive behaviors? Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence based treatment that supports clients in developing greater self awareness, while acquiring behavioral tools to more effectively manage life. This is a telehealth group that meets weekly. Open to teens in both New Jersey and Florida. Develop skills in the following areas: Mindfulness; Emotional Regulation; Distress Tolerance; and Interpersonal Effectiveness. 24 Week Group -Ongoing with revolving entry -Ages 13-18 -Consultation is required to determine appropriateness for group. -Insurance accepted: Optum, Cigna, Aetna -$50 per session Out of Pocket
SPACE stands for Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions. It was developed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz at the Yale Child Study Center and has been tested and found to be efficacious in randomized controlled clinical trials. This treatment is a targeted way for parents to learn effective skills to support an anxious child while decreasing accommodation behaviors that often maintain cycles of anxiety. This will be a virtual group that will meet weekly for 8 weeks. Reach out for more information or if you have questions.

Hosted by Jennifer Arevalo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Saint Augustine, FL 32092
SPACE stands for Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions. It was developed by Dr. Eli Lebowitz at the Yale Child Study Center and has been tested and found to be efficacious in randomized controlled clinical trials. This treatment is a targeted way for parents to learn effective skills to support an anxious child while decreasing accommodation behaviors that often maintain cycles of anxiety. This will be a virtual group that will meet weekly for 8 weeks. Reach out for more information or if you have questions.
We provide both in-person and virtual sessions. Each of our therapists has over 10 years of experience in the field. Our specialties include treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, trauma and life transitions. We believe a combination of clinical and holistic treatment techniques including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches create the most potential for change. We recognize the urgency of getting treatment started when you’re ready. Client care is our number one priority. Contact Information:
www.intuitiontherapycollective For Intake Packet: www.intuitionintake@gmail.com Or Call (904) 572-8966

Hosted by V Raquel Berrios-Webbe Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, Bil
Group meets in Saint Augustine, FL 32095
We provide both in-person and virtual sessions. Each of our therapists has over 10 years of experience in the field. Our specialties include treating anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, trauma and life transitions. We believe a combination of clinical and holistic treatment techniques including cognitive-behavioral and mindfulness-based approaches create the most potential for change. We recognize the urgency of getting treatment started when you’re ready. Client care is our number one priority. Contact Information:
www.intuitiontherapycollective For Intake Packet: www.intuitionintake@gmail.com Or Call (904) 572-8966
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Our Marital Groups focus on the fundamentals of communication and help to improve the couple's ability to not only find connection with your partner again but build on that core friendship necessary to every successful relationship. It important to work on your relationship regardless of what stage in your relationship you are. Our group will help provide you the tools and show you how to make them applicable.

Hosted by Bobbie Jean Schorr-Way
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Group meets in Ponte Vedra, FL 32081
Our Marital Groups focus on the fundamentals of communication and help to improve the couple's ability to not only find connection with your partner again but build on that core friendship necessary to every successful relationship. It important to work on your relationship regardless of what stage in your relationship you are. Our group will help provide you the tools and show you how to make them applicable.
Need to do things perfectly or not at all? Are your friends, family, or the world disappointing you & you feel angry or sad & want to be left alone (but not really)? Want to feel more connected to others, less socially awkward, respond more flexibly & directly instead of immediately giving in or getting angry? Then this in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle w/ too much self-control which can cause loneliness & misunderstanding. Skills class meets for 24 wks, begins w/an opening activity, HW review, learn & practice a new skill & assign HW.

Hosted by Coastal Counseling of North Florida, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Group meets in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Need to do things perfectly or not at all? Are your friends, family, or the world disappointing you & you feel angry or sad & want to be left alone (but not really)? Want to feel more connected to others, less socially awkward, respond more flexibly & directly instead of immediately giving in or getting angry? Then this in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle w/ too much self-control which can cause loneliness & misunderstanding. Skills class meets for 24 wks, begins w/an opening activity, HW review, learn & practice a new skill & assign HW.
If you're in FL, are ambitious, goal oriented, perfectionistic, feel misunderstood, anxious, depressed, socially disconnected, lonely or socially awkward, this in-person skills class may be for you! Radically Open (RO) DBT is evidence-based & for people who struggle w/emotional over-control. Self-control is usually a good thing, however too much self-control can lead to social isolation & difficult relationships. Skills class meets for 30 wks, begins w/an opening activity, review of last wk’s skill, learn & practice a new skill (mindfulness, radical openness, forgiveness, & interpersonal effectiveness) & assign skills to practice. Call Today!

Hosted by Coastal Counseling of North Florida, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW , LCSW
Group meets in Ponte Vedra, FL 32082
If you're in FL, are ambitious, goal oriented, perfectionistic, feel misunderstood, anxious, depressed, socially disconnected, lonely or socially awkward, this in-person skills class may be for you! Radically Open (RO) DBT is evidence-based & for people who struggle w/emotional over-control. Self-control is usually a good thing, however too much self-control can lead to social isolation & difficult relationships. Skills class meets for 30 wks, begins w/an opening activity, review of last wk’s skill, learn & practice a new skill (mindfulness, radical openness, forgiveness, & interpersonal effectiveness) & assign skills to practice. Call Today!
Private practice serving the mental health needs of Florida since 2024. Clinical counseling and life coaching services offered.

Private practice serving the mental health needs of Florida since 2024. Clinical counseling and life coaching services offered.
YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Understanding Anxiety-"the what if's". Learn about the Mind-Body Connection. Learn why asking why & distractions, don't help! Learn effective tools to manage your emotional overload! Learn about the concept of permission, & how to make things better by making them worse! Learn how to utilize my Success Formula for immediate change! Learn to believe in yourself-boost your confidence! Learn how to let go...Mindfulness Meditation!! (Seating is Limited).

Hosted by Lewis J Moskowitz, Ph.D., LMHC, PA
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Group meets in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
YOU ARE NOT ALONE. Understanding Anxiety-"the what if's". Learn about the Mind-Body Connection. Learn why asking why & distractions, don't help! Learn effective tools to manage your emotional overload! Learn about the concept of permission, & how to make things better by making them worse! Learn how to utilize my Success Formula for immediate change! Learn to believe in yourself-boost your confidence! Learn how to let go...Mindfulness Meditation!! (Seating is Limited).
Need to do things perfectly or not at all? Are your friends, family, or the world disappointing you & you feel angry or sad & want to be left alone (but not really)? Want to feel more connected to others, less socially awkward, respond more flexibly & directly instead of immediately giving in or getting angry? Then this in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle w/ too much self-control which can cause loneliness & misunderstanding. Skills class meets for 23 wks, begins w/an opening activity, HW review, learn & practice a new skill & assign HW.

Hosted by Polly Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Ponte Vedra, FL 32082
I specialize in Radically Open DBT an evidence-based treatment for chronic depression, anxiety,& relationship challenges stemming from too much "over-control".
Need to do things perfectly or not at all? Are your friends, family, or the world disappointing you & you feel angry or sad & want to be left alone (but not really)? Want to feel more connected to others, less socially awkward, respond more flexibly & directly instead of immediately giving in or getting angry? Then this in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle w/ too much self-control which can cause loneliness & misunderstanding. Skills class meets for 23 wks, begins w/an opening activity, HW review, learn & practice a new skill & assign HW.
Group Therapy can be a great way to connect with others and establish safety in relationships. Equine Assisted Learning brings the power of the group and the connection with horses to work on life skills and identify obstacles in ways of relating and that impede growth in life.

Hosted by Paso a Paso Counseling and Psychotherapy
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, JD, CCTPII, EFP, EFL
Group meets in Elkton, FL 32033
I specialize in trauma, depression and anxiety.
Group Therapy can be a great way to connect with others and establish safety in relationships. Equine Assisted Learning brings the power of the group and the connection with horses to work on life skills and identify obstacles in ways of relating and that impede growth in life.
Do you work hard & feel unappreciated, misunderstood, disconnected, sad, envious, or angry? Want to be able to respond to life & people more flexibly, be better understood, feel less lonely, & socially awkward? This in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle too much self-control that can lead to social isolation & difficult relationships. Skills class meets for 30 weeks, begins w/an opening activity, review of last week’s skill, learn & practice a new skill (mindfulness, radical openness, forgiveness, & interpersonal effectiveness) & assign skills to practice. Call to get started!

Hosted by Polly Bauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
I specialize in Radically Open DBT an evidence-based treatment for chronic depression, anxiety,& relationship challenges stemming from too much "over-control".
Do you work hard & feel unappreciated, misunderstood, disconnected, sad, envious, or angry? Want to be able to respond to life & people more flexibly, be better understood, feel less lonely, & socially awkward? This in-person skills class may be for you! RO DBT is an evidence-based treatment for people who struggle too much self-control that can lead to social isolation & difficult relationships. Skills class meets for 30 weeks, begins w/an opening activity, review of last week’s skill, learn & practice a new skill (mindfulness, radical openness, forgiveness, & interpersonal effectiveness) & assign skills to practice. Call to get started!
Gifted, creative, and high-performing kids can really start to struggle with their mental health as they enter middle and high school. The things that used to come so easily for them are now getting harder and they wonder if they are “still good enough”. Our program, Balanced Intensity, is a 9-week support group for gifted, creative, and high-performing kids! What makes our groups so special is that our gifted kids get to interact with other gifted kids just like them. We are creating a connected community for our gifted, creative, and high-performing kids! Register your kiddo today!

Hosted by Erica L Whitfield
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MACP, LMHC, BC-TMH
Group meets in Jacksonville, FL 32257
Gifted, creative, and high-performing kids can really start to struggle with their mental health as they enter middle and high school. The things that used to come so easily for them are now getting harder and they wonder if they are “still good enough”. Our program, Balanced Intensity, is a 9-week support group for gifted, creative, and high-performing kids! What makes our groups so special is that our gifted kids get to interact with other gifted kids just like them. We are creating a connected community for our gifted, creative, and high-performing kids! Register your kiddo today!
Are you stuck and want to unstruck yourself? Do you want to become the best version of yourself? If that is SURE! let's take the first step towards identify the emotional pain you have faced, then connect with your wounded inner child. Next as you move along your healing journey we will nurtures our inner child allowing acceptance and love regardless of how tarnish the past was. So let's discuss how to forgive, love, accept, empower and give yourself grace. Please make contact us for more information.

Hosted by Place of Grace Counseling Services
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC, CTP, NCC
Group meets in Jacksonville, FL 32223
Are you stuck and want to unstruck yourself? Do you want to become the best version of yourself? If that is SURE! let's take the first step towards identify the emotional pain you have faced, then connect with your wounded inner child. Next as you move along your healing journey we will nurtures our inner child allowing acceptance and love regardless of how tarnish the past was. So let's discuss how to forgive, love, accept, empower and give yourself grace. Please make contact us for more information.
**Next cycle begins Saturday 2/22/25*** Explore the nature of anxiety, its causes, and effective coping methods. Be part of a non-judgemental environment and feel comforted by the support you will find. Here you will learn how to change your thinking, be present with anxiety, and how to find safety in your body. We will utilize techniques from cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and will explore alternative approaches to coping with and reducing anxiety.

Hosted by Rebecca Burns
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QS
Group meets in Jacksonville, FL 32256
I also integrate exposure therapy to assist with anxiety disorders.
**Next cycle begins Saturday 2/22/25*** Explore the nature of anxiety, its causes, and effective coping methods. Be part of a non-judgemental environment and feel comforted by the support you will find. Here you will learn how to change your thinking, be present with anxiety, and how to find safety in your body. We will utilize techniques from cognitive behavior therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, mindfulness, and will explore alternative approaches to coping with and reducing anxiety.
GIRLS group is for high school girls. (Message me for the middle school girls waitlist!) This is a great group for neurodivergent teens looking for a place to practice relaxing in a group setting. In group, they have the opportunity to feel empowered, gain self awareness, develop positive coping mechanisms, improve daily problem solving skills, feel connected with other girls, and make healthy decisions as they grow. Topics include, but are not limited to: social anxiety, self discovery, positive body image, making choices, communication, understanding emotions, healthy friendships, self esteem, dealing with difficult issues, asking for help, and managing thoughts.

I also teach skills that help intense people cope with anxiety, depression, urges, self harm and other difficult experiences that may need to be explored in a one on one setting.
GIRLS group is for high school girls. (Message me for the middle school girls waitlist!) This is a great group for neurodivergent teens looking for a place to practice relaxing in a group setting. In group, they have the opportunity to feel empowered, gain self awareness, develop positive coping mechanisms, improve daily problem solving skills, feel connected with other girls, and make healthy decisions as they grow. Topics include, but are not limited to: social anxiety, self discovery, positive body image, making choices, communication, understanding emotions, healthy friendships, self esteem, dealing with difficult issues, asking for help, and managing thoughts.
DBT skills training is a weekly group for clients who would like to cope more effectively with intense emotions, relationship struggles, handle distress, and communicate. The group will teach skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. DBT Skills are taught to reduce self-destructive behaviors and learn more adaptive ways to manage painful emotions.

Hosted by Letha Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCAP, QS
Group meets in Jacksonville, FL 32256
DBT skills training is a weekly group for clients who would like to cope more effectively with intense emotions, relationship struggles, handle distress, and communicate. The group will teach skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. DBT Skills are taught to reduce self-destructive behaviors and learn more adaptive ways to manage painful emotions.
Navigating sociopolitical stressors can be overwhelming, and having a safe space where people can connect, share, and process emotions is crucial. This group will assist participants in finding a balance between expressing their emotions and focusing on empowering solutions. Fees can be billed to insurance and uninsured members will pay $20 per group session.

Navigating sociopolitical stressors can be overwhelming, and having a safe space where people can connect, share, and process emotions is crucial. This group will assist participants in finding a balance between expressing their emotions and focusing on empowering solutions. Fees can be billed to insurance and uninsured members will pay $20 per group session.
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Anxiety Support Groups
What are the most common treatments 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.
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.
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.