Group members meet for 75 mins. weekly for 12 weeks to create characters with special powers and abilities and engage in a team-based, structured role-playing game with other adventuring peers. Facilitated by two clinicians (Drew Phillips, Emmy Hendrix, & Drew Dixon Karris) playing as the Dungeon Master and guide, group members get to solve complex problems, strategically plan their combat, and creatively use their characters’ unique abilities while being challenged to work together. Many social skills will be utilized when playing this game. Come join the fun!
Group members meet for 75 mins. weekly for 12 weeks to create characters with special powers and abilities and engage in a team-based, structured role-playing game with other adventuring peers. Facilitated by two clinicians (Drew Phillips, Emmy Hendrix, & Drew Dixon Karris) playing as the Dungeon Master and guide, group members get to solve complex problems, strategically plan their combat, and creatively use their characters’ unique abilities while being challenged to work together. Many social skills will be utilized when playing this game. Come join the fun!
Middle school can be a time of shifting friendships, growing pressure, and changing confidence. Many girls experience feeling left out, unsure, or overwhelmed by peer dynamics but don’t always have a space to talk about it. Just Us is a therapist - led group designed to help middle school girls build confidence, strengthen friendship skills, and feel more supported. Through conversation and activities, participants will explore social challenges, practice communication skills, and connect with peers in a supportive environment. This group provides a comfortable space for girls to share experiences, develop confidence, and learn tools for navigating friendships with ease.
Hosted by Joy Ssebikindu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, NCC, LPC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
Middle school can be a time of shifting friendships, growing pressure, and changing confidence. Many girls experience feeling left out, unsure, or overwhelmed by peer dynamics but don’t always have a space to talk about it. Just Us is a therapist - led group designed to help middle school girls build confidence, strengthen friendship skills, and feel more supported. Through conversation and activities, participants will explore social challenges, practice communication skills, and connect with peers in a supportive environment. This group provides a comfortable space for girls to share experiences, develop confidence, and learn tools for navigating friendships with ease.
This group is for high school athletes, struggling with anxiety around any aspect of their sport. Whether playing the sport itself, managing pressure or juggling academics with athletics - this is your group to find control or level-up.
Hosted by Shannon O'Brien Jones
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC, CCH, CPCS
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
This group is for high school athletes, struggling with anxiety around any aspect of their sport. Whether playing the sport itself, managing pressure or juggling academics with athletics - this is your group to find control or level-up.
This is a weekly process and educational group for those wishing to strengthen and develop compassion for their bodies and themselves. Appropriate for those in eating disorder recovery, it is also an open space to discuss the challenges and opportunities for growth that come with choosing recovery. In this space, topics such as body neutrality and body acceptance will be explored with the ultimate purpose of increasing body positivity, self compassion, and sense of self. Clients will build pro recovery community and skills to challenge diet culture.
Hosted by Chandler Dunham Appen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
Specializing in trauma, eating disorders, mindfulness, Brainspotting, self compassion, and RO-DBT for adolescents and adults.
This is a weekly process and educational group for those wishing to strengthen and develop compassion for their bodies and themselves. Appropriate for those in eating disorder recovery, it is also an open space to discuss the challenges and opportunities for growth that come with choosing recovery. In this space, topics such as body neutrality and body acceptance will be explored with the ultimate purpose of increasing body positivity, self compassion, and sense of self. Clients will build pro recovery community and skills to challenge diet culture.
DBT Skills training adapted for adolescents. The group covers all of the DBT Modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path.
Hosted by Elizabeth Lopez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
DBT Skills training adapted for adolescents. The group covers all of the DBT Modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Walking the Middle Path.
L.I.T. Hikes for Black Moms is designed to help connect, strengthen, and heal the relationship between Black mamas and their daughters. Hikes are hosted at different nature preserves throughout Metro Atlanta.
Hosted by The Trap House of Healing with Dr. Terri & Co.
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30311
L.I.T. Hikes for Black Moms is designed to help connect, strengthen, and heal the relationship between Black mamas and their daughters. Hikes are hosted at different nature preserves throughout Metro Atlanta.
Open to all rising freshman. Goals of the group: •Increase confidence about this transition through a non-judgmental space •Consult with peers and a mental health professional about questions and concerns •Bond with peers who are in the same boat as you •Start the high school experience off on the right foot •Learn how to start a conversation, read social situations, and find your people in an unfamiliar environment •Walk away with a clear picture of how choices freshman year connect directly to college and the life you want after it •How to manage schoolwork and extracurricular activities
Open to all rising freshman. Goals of the group: •Increase confidence about this transition through a non-judgmental space •Consult with peers and a mental health professional about questions and concerns •Bond with peers who are in the same boat as you •Start the high school experience off on the right foot •Learn how to start a conversation, read social situations, and find your people in an unfamiliar environment •Walk away with a clear picture of how choices freshman year connect directly to college and the life you want after it •How to manage schoolwork and extracurricular activities
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an open group which means individuals can join at any point. Criteria: A 15 minute phone consultation is required using the consultation link on the previous page. Please book a consultation after payment is completed.
Hosted by Dr. Chassity Todd
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCMHC, ACS, NCC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30321
Structured sessions focus on building skills related to task completion & management (i.e. schoolwork/homework and chores), working cooperatively with others, managing frustration, and developing greater emotional intelligence in a fun and positive environment. Recommended ages are 10-13. This is an open group which means individuals can join at any point. Criteria: A 15 minute phone consultation is required using the consultation link on the previous page. Please book a consultation after payment is completed.
DBT Skills Group for adolescents who may struggle with impulsive behaviors, emotion regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, etc. This group will provide coping skills related to mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module will operate on an 8 week rotation. Open enrollment allowed.
Hosted by Rajeive Manradgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
DBT Skills Group for adolescents who may struggle with impulsive behaviors, emotion regulation issues, difficulties in relationships, etc. This group will provide coping skills related to mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module will operate on an 8 week rotation. Open enrollment allowed.
This group provides a safe space for 12- to 15-year-olds to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence. Through creative expression, movement, and meaningful conversations, participants will explore emotions, develop coping skills, and build confidence—all while connecting in a fun, accepting environment!
This group provides a safe space for 12- to 15-year-olds to navigate the ups and downs of adolescence. Through creative expression, movement, and meaningful conversations, participants will explore emotions, develop coping skills, and build confidence—all while connecting in a fun, accepting environment!
Come adventure with us utilizing Tabletop roll playing games like Dungeons and Dragons to build confidence, practice collaboration and communication, solve problems, and build connections with your party members.
Hosted by Elia Lintz
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, CPCS, NCC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30312
In supporting kids and teen in anxiety and emotional regulation, I aim to integrate play and creative interventions to increase awareness, build mind body connection, and support empowerment and mastery in situations where it feels like there is no control.
Come adventure with us utilizing Tabletop roll playing games like Dungeons and Dragons to build confidence, practice collaboration and communication, solve problems, and build connections with your party members.
In person, transdiagnostic process group based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Group is intended for adolescents (ages 12-17) struggling with a full range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, familial, social, academic stressors, trauma and associated conditions. Group intervention will include therapeutic processing and consciousness raising, psychoeducation, skill building, and experiential activities. All individuals and their caregivers interested in group will participate in separate, initial consultations prior to first session to assess for individual needs. Participants are asked to commit to 6 sessions. Cost of group is $75 per session.
Hosted by Jessie Alexander- Oak & Reed Clinical Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30329
In person, transdiagnostic process group based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Group is intended for adolescents (ages 12-17) struggling with a full range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, familial, social, academic stressors, trauma and associated conditions. Group intervention will include therapeutic processing and consciousness raising, psychoeducation, skill building, and experiential activities. All individuals and their caregivers interested in group will participate in separate, initial consultations prior to first session to assess for individual needs. Participants are asked to commit to 6 sessions. Cost of group is $75 per session.
Overcoming depression and anxiety can seem like a daunting task. This group will provide young people with information, skills, and support needed to help you overcome your depression and anxiety.
Overcoming depression and anxiety can seem like a daunting task. This group will provide young people with information, skills, and support needed to help you overcome your depression and anxiety.
Tech-centric teens need a place to connect and learn coping skills and social navigation. This group is fun (by their standards!) and creative. Visit www.VesselWellness.com for more info. It is currently virtual.
Tech-centric teens need a place to connect and learn coping skills and social navigation. This group is fun (by their standards!) and creative. Visit www.VesselWellness.com for more info. It is currently virtual.
A skills group for teenagers using the DBT modality.
A skills group for teenagers using the DBT modality.
This dance/movement therapy group will help teen girls learn movement based coping strategies for anxiety and depression, build self-esteem, and cultivate self-love and acceptance.
This dance/movement therapy group will help teen girls learn movement based coping strategies for anxiety and depression, build self-esteem, and cultivate self-love and acceptance.
All-1-Girls: cis and transgender young women age 14-18 who identify as gay, lesbian, queer or bisexual female)
Hosted by All 1 Family, Inc (LGBTQ Affirming Clinic)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
We have bi-weekly teen groups.
All-1-Girls: cis and transgender young women age 14-18 who identify as gay, lesbian, queer or bisexual female)
Age Range: 13 to 18. The Adolescent DBT class in broken up into 4 (six week) long modules, each module teaching a different set of DBT skills. Modules Taught: Mindfulness, Walking the Middle Path, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Distress Tolerance. New clients can join at the start of every 6 week module.
Hosted by Mary Stewart Peden
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30338
Age Range: 13 to 18. The Adolescent DBT class in broken up into 4 (six week) long modules, each module teaching a different set of DBT skills. Modules Taught: Mindfulness, Walking the Middle Path, Interpersonal Effectiveness, and Distress Tolerance. New clients can join at the start of every 6 week module.
transgender individuals who are contemplating transitioning, gender neutral, queer or gender non-conforming youth ages 14-18)
Hosted by All 1 Family, Inc (LGBTQ Affirming Clinic)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
We have bi-weekly teen groups.
transgender individuals who are contemplating transitioning, gender neutral, queer or gender non-conforming youth ages 14-18)
cis and transgender young men age 14-18 who identify as gay, queer, or bisexual male)
Hosted by All 1 Family, Inc (LGBTQ Affirming Clinic)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30307
We have bi-weekly teen groups.
cis and transgender young men age 14-18 who identify as gay, queer, or bisexual male)
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Therapy support groups for teens in Atlanta, GA provide support during the transitional period where teens can bring up issues of independence and self-identity in a supportive environment.
Group therapy brings adolescents together who struggle with similar issues. It creates a safe space for teens to connect and support one another, while learning beneficial skills from an experienced therapist who serves as the group leader. Group therapy is an option that teens should consider as a powerful therapy alternative.