Anxiety Support Groups in Canton, GA

Celebrate Recovery is a proven 25+ year old Christ-based 12-step program based on the Beatitudes. Contrary to what people think, this program is not only for people with alcohol and drug addictions. It is for people with hurts, habits and hangups they simply cannot overcome in their own strength. If you experience an inability to control your actions or reactions to other people or situations, then Celebrate Recovery is for you.
Photo of Ronnie Haynes - Good Shepherd Recovery House for Men, Treatment Center
Hosted by Good Shepherd Recovery House for Men
Treatment Center
Group meets in Canton, GA 30114
Celebrate Recovery is a proven 25+ year old Christ-based 12-step program based on the Beatitudes. Contrary to what people think, this program is not only for people with alcohol and drug addictions. It is for people with hurts, habits and hangups they simply cannot overcome in their own strength. If you experience an inability to control your actions or reactions to other people or situations, then Celebrate Recovery is for you.
(770) 343-2329 View (770) 343-2329
We are a group of counselors who are all purpose driven to fulfill our calling to help and serve others.
Photo of Elizabeth D. Green - ATL Behavioral & Mental Health Counseling Office , Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by ATL Behavioral & Mental Health Counseling Office
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Canton, GA 30114
During treatment, you'll learn valuable life skills and learn how to manage depressive and anxious symptoms.
We are a group of counselors who are all purpose driven to fulfill our calling to help and serve others.
(470) 660-4502 View (470) 660-4502
FREE. This 25+year old Christian 12-Step Program is for anyone with hurts, habits and hang-ups. Not just for people with substance abuse, but for problems with depression, anxiety, anger, eating disorders, unhealthy behaviors (like cutting), and any addiction such as to sex, food, people, working, etc. Groups can be found in churches around the world. We start with food and fellowship, then have an hour long Large Group with alternating testimonies and lessons, followed by hour long gender separated Share Groups and then fellowship. We also offer 9 month Step Studies for deeper healing. http://CelebrateRecovery.net
Photo of Penny Haynes, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Hosted by Penny Haynes
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Group meets in Canton, GA 30114
FREE. This 25+year old Christian 12-Step Program is for anyone with hurts, habits and hang-ups. Not just for people with substance abuse, but for problems with depression, anxiety, anger, eating disorders, unhealthy behaviors (like cutting), and any addiction such as to sex, food, people, working, etc. Groups can be found in churches around the world. We start with food and fellowship, then have an hour long Large Group with alternating testimonies and lessons, followed by hour long gender separated Share Groups and then fellowship. We also offer 9 month Step Studies for deeper healing. http://CelebrateRecovery.net
(770) 796-5289 View (770) 796-5289
I help women heal from the pain of their past to experience peace and joy in their present. Groups are $20 per 1 - 2 hour session and are held in person at Ministry House, 347 Holly St, Canton, GA 30114. Current Groups include Mondays at 1 pm and 6 pm, Thursdays at 6 pm, and alternating Saturdays at 10 am. More groups can be added as interest develops.
Photo of Penny Haynes, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Hosted by Penny Haynes
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Group meets in Canton, GA 30114
I help women heal from the pain of their past to experience peace and joy in their present. Groups are $20 per 1 - 2 hour session and are held in person at Ministry House, 347 Holly St, Canton, GA 30114. Current Groups include Mondays at 1 pm and 6 pm, Thursdays at 6 pm, and alternating Saturdays at 10 am. More groups can be added as interest develops.
(770) 796-5289 View (770) 796-5289
I help women heal from the pain of their past to experience peace and joy in their present. Groups are $20 per 1 - 2 hour session and are held in person at Ministry House, 347 Holly St, Canton, GA 30114. Current Groups include Mondays at 1 pm and 6 pm, Thursdays at 6 pm, and alternating Saturdays at 10 am. More groups can be added as interest develops.
Photo of Penny Haynes, Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Hosted by Penny Haynes
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CADC II, CAMS I
Group meets in Canton, GA 30114
I help women heal from the pain of their past to experience peace and joy in their present. Groups are $20 per 1 - 2 hour session and are held in person at Ministry House, 347 Holly St, Canton, GA 30114. Current Groups include Mondays at 1 pm and 6 pm, Thursdays at 6 pm, and alternating Saturdays at 10 am. More groups can be added as interest develops.
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Sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays (5:00pm - 6:00pm) in the gym at Suwanee Elementary School. Students attend twice each week. Sessions follow the Gwinnett County Public School calendar (no school = no session). Based on research, families are asked to commit to a minimum of 8 weeks to maintain desired results. There are no contracts and students may enroll at any time during the school year.
Photo of Dr. Chuck Cancilla, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by Dr. Chuck Cancilla
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Suwanee, GA 30024
Sessions are Tuesdays and Thursdays (5:00pm - 6:00pm) in the gym at Suwanee Elementary School. Students attend twice each week. Sessions follow the Gwinnett County Public School calendar (no school = no session). Based on research, families are asked to commit to a minimum of 8 weeks to maintain desired results. There are no contracts and students may enroll at any time during the school year.
(470) 210-3130 View (470) 210-3130
This is a FREE virtual group for MEN ages 20 to 60. This is an Open group, so please come. We are going to both Talk OUT our feelings as well as learn techniques that will have a positive impact on our life. Topics such as self improvement, family, friends, work colleagues, as well as divorce will talked about. This group will also practice how to be Mad, Sad, Glad, and Afraid. JOIN THE PATH OF LIVING HAPPIER, HEALTHIER, AND WITH BETTER MEMORIES BY TALKING IT OUT, NOT TOUGHING IT OUT. Email me to join the group.
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Hosted by Armann Fenger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Sandy Springs, GA 30328
This is a FREE virtual group for MEN ages 20 to 60. This is an Open group, so please come. We are going to both Talk OUT our feelings as well as learn techniques that will have a positive impact on our life. Topics such as self improvement, family, friends, work colleagues, as well as divorce will talked about. This group will also practice how to be Mad, Sad, Glad, and Afraid. JOIN THE PATH OF LIVING HAPPIER, HEALTHIER, AND WITH BETTER MEMORIES BY TALKING IT OUT, NOT TOUGHING IT OUT. Email me to join the group.
(404) 800-9503 View (404) 800-9503
Supporting those wo support. Caring for others can be meaningful—but it can also be overwhelming. This in person support group offers a confidential, supportive space for caregivers to share experiences, exchange practical tips, and connect with others who understand the challenges. Join us to recharge, feel heard, and build a sense of community.
Photo of Donna-Jean Owens - Donna-Jean Owens, LCSW / Grace Behavioral Health , Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, C-AAIS
Hosted by Donna-Jean Owens, LCSW / Grace Behavioral Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MAC, C-AAIS
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30060
Supporting those wo support. Caring for others can be meaningful—but it can also be overwhelming. This in person support group offers a confidential, supportive space for caregivers to share experiences, exchange practical tips, and connect with others who understand the challenges. Join us to recharge, feel heard, and build a sense of community.
(404) 467-5802 View (404) 467-5802
The social skills group equips children with the necessary skills for making and maintaining healthy friendships. Skills include: reading social cues, how to give and receive feedback, boundaries, and active listening. And best of all, we have fun!
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Hosted by Moody Counseling
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30022
The social skills group equips children with the necessary skills for making and maintaining healthy friendships. Skills include: reading social cues, how to give and receive feedback, boundaries, and active listening. And best of all, we have fun!
(678) 730-8855 View (678) 730-8855
I'm a CPCS, AASECT-certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, and an AAMFT Supervisor. I provide clinical supervision for post-master's level graduates preparing for licensure as GA LPCs, LMFTs, and certification as Sex Therapists. Supervision is held twice a month online only. My specialties include trauma therapy, Sex Therapy, HypnoTherapy, and Brene Brown's Daring Way. Please call 1.888.788.4624 to set up a free phone consultation.
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Hosted by Natalie A. N. Elliott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS, LMFT-S, CST-S
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30067
I'm a CPCS, AASECT-certified Sex Therapy Supervisor, and an AAMFT Supervisor. I provide clinical supervision for post-master's level graduates preparing for licensure as GA LPCs, LMFTs, and certification as Sex Therapists. Supervision is held twice a month online only. My specialties include trauma therapy, Sex Therapy, HypnoTherapy, and Brene Brown's Daring Way. Please call 1.888.788.4624 to set up a free phone consultation.
(678) 498-1465 View (678) 498-1465
At Cardinal Counseling Group, we offer down-to-earth, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you're navigating stress, loss, identity shifts, or deep transitions, our team is here to walk alongside you with care, clarity, and compassion.
Photo of Brooke Harris, Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Hosted by Brooke Harris
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Group meets in Buford, GA 30518
At Cardinal Counseling Group, we offer down-to-earth, evidence-based therapy for individuals, couples, and families. Whether you're navigating stress, loss, identity shifts, or deep transitions, our team is here to walk alongside you with care, clarity, and compassion.
(470) 839-3113 View (470) 839-3113
I am co-leading a unique group inspired by Second City in Chicago using improv and group therapy to support people suffering with social anxiety, social phobia and shyness to develop social skills, greater self-confidence, lessen self-absorption and improving spontaneity. Run in a safe supportive environment. The group will run for 10 week periods. For more information, see www.curtainupanxietydown.com
Photo of Murray Dabby, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Murray Dabby
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30345
I am co-leading a unique group inspired by Second City in Chicago using improv and group therapy to support people suffering with social anxiety, social phobia and shyness to develop social skills, greater self-confidence, lessen self-absorption and improving spontaneity. Run in a safe supportive environment. The group will run for 10 week periods. For more information, see www.curtainupanxietydown.com
(404) 566-7474 View (404) 566-7474
This group is focused on adults who need assistance with their mood, executive functioning and social skills.
Photo of Tatiana Matthews, Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Hosted by Tatiana Matthews
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Group meets in Sandy Springs, GA 30328
This group is focused on adults who need assistance with their mood, executive functioning and social skills.
(770) 284-3764 View (770) 284-3764
A safe and compassionate space for moms to navigate the challenges of motherhood together. This group is designed to help you work through mom guilt, burnout, anxiety, communication struggles, and boundary-setting. Together, we’ll share experiences, provide support, and develop strategies to reclaim your peace, strengthen your relationships, and nurture your well-being—all while reminding you that you’re not alone in this journey. Let’s grow, heal, and thrive as empowered moms. ? You deserve the same care and love you give to others.
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Hosted by Latisha Ellis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30341
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety and boundary setting related to their relationships, family, coparenting situation.
A safe and compassionate space for moms to navigate the challenges of motherhood together. This group is designed to help you work through mom guilt, burnout, anxiety, communication struggles, and boundary-setting. Together, we’ll share experiences, provide support, and develop strategies to reclaim your peace, strengthen your relationships, and nurture your well-being—all while reminding you that you’re not alone in this journey. Let’s grow, heal, and thrive as empowered moms. ? You deserve the same care and love you give to others.
(678) 750-1459 View (678) 750-1459
Adults who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color will learn to cultivate more emotional regulation and connection utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy to cope with the impact of oppression, invalidation, and trauma. Group occurs in three 10-week modules: emotion regulation (understanding and managing emotions), distress tolerance (surviving crisis and intense emotions), and interpersonal effectiveness (improving communication and boundaries). Mindfulness is taught each module. New group members may join the group at any time during the module. Groups occur online Thursdays (12pm to 1pm). Next Module: Intro to DBT (special 4-week offering). Start Date: 08/07/2025.
Photo of Clerissa Cooper, Counselor, MS, LPC, SEP, CDBT, CPCS
Hosted by Clerissa Cooper
Counselor, MS, LPC, SEP, CDBT, CPCS
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
Whether you are navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, identity exploration, interpersonal dynamics, or the impact of societal oppression, I'm here to walk alongside you with support and validation every step of the way.
Adults who identify as Black, Indigenous, and/or People of Color will learn to cultivate more emotional regulation and connection utilizing Dialectical Behavior Therapy to cope with the impact of oppression, invalidation, and trauma. Group occurs in three 10-week modules: emotion regulation (understanding and managing emotions), distress tolerance (surviving crisis and intense emotions), and interpersonal effectiveness (improving communication and boundaries). Mindfulness is taught each module. New group members may join the group at any time during the module. Groups occur online Thursdays (12pm to 1pm). Next Module: Intro to DBT (special 4-week offering). Start Date: 08/07/2025.
(404) 445-1177 View (404) 445-1177
Join an informal, virtual small group that is fun, educational and supportive. We will navigate through challenges at home, work and as parents as we develop our resilience muscle. We'll learn the best resiliency practices and learn from one another. Never do anything hard alone! The commitment is for five 90 minute meetings. (everywhere in the USA and English speaking internationals are invited)
Photo of Judy Cantwell, Licensed Professional Counselor, CCATP, LPC, BCC, BC-TMH, MAC
Hosted by Judy Cantwell
Licensed Professional Counselor, CCATP, LPC, BCC, BC-TMH, MAC
Group meets in Sandy Springs, GA 30328
Join an informal, virtual small group that is fun, educational and supportive. We will navigate through challenges at home, work and as parents as we develop our resilience muscle. We'll learn the best resiliency practices and learn from one another. Never do anything hard alone! The commitment is for five 90 minute meetings. (everywhere in the USA and English speaking internationals are invited)
(678) 661-6937 View (678) 661-6937
Socials skills and emotional control
Photo of Alan Behrman - Alan Behrman & Associates, PC, Psychologist, PhD
Hosted by Alan Behrman & Associates, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30062
Socials skills and emotional control
(678) 245-6028 View (678) 245-6028
Are you feeling alone in private practice? Do you need support? That is how I felt for years when I was working alone in a private practice. The group focuses on therapists who need support. We discuss cases, new laws, self-care etc. The group is online.
Photo of Tara Towler Cumby - Towler Counseling, LPC, CPCS, CMAC, CCTP, IFS
Hosted by Towler Counseling
Verified Verified
Group meets in Roswell, GA 30075
We assist clients facing challenges related to communication, depression, addiction, and anxiety.
Are you feeling alone in private practice? Do you need support? That is how I felt for years when I was working alone in a private practice. The group focuses on therapists who need support. We discuss cases, new laws, self-care etc. The group is online.
(404) 500-0975 View (404) 500-0975
If you’re interested in learning healthier ways to manage your emotions, feel more balanced, navigate your relationships, and be more present in your life, then DBT can help. This group focuses on skills and strategies to support people in recovery from anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, substance misuse, and more.
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Hosted by Maggie Malone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30060
Individual therapy for anxious women, secular premarital counseling, and specialized group therapy in Marietta, GA and virtual across GA
If you’re interested in learning healthier ways to manage your emotions, feel more balanced, navigate your relationships, and be more present in your life, then DBT can help. This group focuses on skills and strategies to support people in recovery from anxiety disorders, depression, trauma, substance misuse, and more.
(404) 919-9723 View (404) 919-9723
Therapeutic Dungeons and Dragons is a guided roleplaying group where storytelling becomes a pathway to healing. Participants create characters who mirror their strengths, fears, and hopes, then explore challenges together in a structured, supportive environment. Through collaborative problem solving, imaginative play, and shared narrative, clients practice emotional regulation, communication, boundary setting, and self-trust. The game offers distance and safety, allowing difficult experiences to be explored symbolically rather than directly. Laughter, creativity, and connection replace isolation. Each session blends clinical intention with playful adventure, helping participants build resilience, insight, and confidence in real life relationships too.
Photo of Heather Murray, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Heather Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Kennesaw, GA 30144
Therapeutic Dungeons and Dragons is a guided roleplaying group where storytelling becomes a pathway to healing. Participants create characters who mirror their strengths, fears, and hopes, then explore challenges together in a structured, supportive environment. Through collaborative problem solving, imaginative play, and shared narrative, clients practice emotional regulation, communication, boundary setting, and self-trust. The game offers distance and safety, allowing difficult experiences to be explored symbolically rather than directly. Laughter, creativity, and connection replace isolation. Each session blends clinical intention with playful adventure, helping participants build resilience, insight, and confidence in real life relationships too.
(470) 664-5110 View (470) 664-5110

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Anxiety Support Groups
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.

What are the most common types of treatment 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.

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.