Groups typically run for six weeks and feature topics such as Anxiety, Depression, Substance Dependence, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Parenting Issues, and dealing with Chronic Pain.

Hosted by Brittany Suttle
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Hammond, LA 70403
Groups typically run for six weeks and feature topics such as Anxiety, Depression, Substance Dependence, Grief and Loss, Trauma, Parenting Issues, and dealing with Chronic Pain.
Let's Talk...All things women, the highs, the lows, & everything in between. Are you a woman, wife, partner, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, grand-daughter, cousin, or friend, well this group is for you! Here we will tackle some of life's heaviest hits and highest joys. As a therapist, I will challenge you to lean into who you were called and purposed to be. Together we will walk boldly, restoring hope & live unapologetically.

Hosted by Brittany Adger
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA,, LPC-S, LMFT, NCC
Group meets in Hammond, LA 70403
Let's Talk...All things women, the highs, the lows, & everything in between. Are you a woman, wife, partner, mother, sister, aunt, daughter, grand-daughter, cousin, or friend, well this group is for you! Here we will tackle some of life's heaviest hits and highest joys. As a therapist, I will challenge you to lean into who you were called and purposed to be. Together we will walk boldly, restoring hope & live unapologetically.
Online Groups
This virtual group is a psychoeducation and processing group for Black Queer Men who may need support post Emotional Abuse. In this group we will heal the hurt. Please contact me if you have any questions. Members must reside in Texas or Louisiana

Hosted by Alfonso Holmes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70116
I help heal clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, adjustment, relationship issues, stress, and Men's Issues.
This virtual group is a psychoeducation and processing group for Black Queer Men who may need support post Emotional Abuse. In this group we will heal the hurt. Please contact me if you have any questions. Members must reside in Texas or Louisiana
This closed group is for any indivudiuals seeking a community of support. This is a 6 week course begining in Janurary of 2023. You will walk away with practical skills to implement in your daily life to overcome anxiety. Together we will beat this.

Hosted by Arianne Washington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CIMHP
Group meets in Harvey, LA 70058
This closed group is for any indivudiuals seeking a community of support. This is a 6 week course begining in Janurary of 2023. You will walk away with practical skills to implement in your daily life to overcome anxiety. Together we will beat this.
Elizabeth Ault, M.D. is excited to join the IBH team to provide psychiatric care to adults in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding communities. Recipient of the 2017 Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association's Excellence in Psychiatry award and the 2017 LSU-OLOL Excellence in Clinical Care Award, Dr. Ault is well-versed in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, and other psychiatric illnesses using medication management.

Hosted by Integrated Behavioral Health of New Orleans
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Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70817
Our team specializes in treating a wide range of issues, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, OCD, PTSD, and emotional dysregulation through therapy sessions, medication management sessions, or both.
Elizabeth Ault, M.D. is excited to join the IBH team to provide psychiatric care to adults in the Baton Rouge area and surrounding communities. Recipient of the 2017 Louisiana Psychiatric Medical Association's Excellence in Psychiatry award and the 2017 LSU-OLOL Excellence in Clinical Care Award, Dr. Ault is well-versed in addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, Bipolar Disorder, and other psychiatric illnesses using medication management.
The Therapy Book Club blends the comfort of a good read with the power of group therapy creating a space to explore your inner world through books, guided conversations, and supportive connection. For more information visit Lucid Mental Health Therapy website and navigate to the book club tab.

I work with individuals and couples who may be overwhelmed with stress, sadness, anxiety, and trauma.
The Therapy Book Club blends the comfort of a good read with the power of group therapy creating a space to explore your inner world through books, guided conversations, and supportive connection. For more information visit Lucid Mental Health Therapy website and navigate to the book club tab.
I am offering bi-weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adults aged 18+. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and trouble with emotional regulation. Please contact me for more information, and to sign up!

Hosted by Alora Cleere
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EFP
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70817
I am offering bi-weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adults aged 18+. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and trouble with emotional regulation. Please contact me for more information, and to sign up!
At Guided Growth, Justin uses expressive techniques to aid in helping young people better understand social situations and learn positive coping skills.

Hosted by Kaitlyn Hay
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP-II
Group meets in Destrehan, LA 70047
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, or life transitions.
At Guided Growth, Justin uses expressive techniques to aid in helping young people better understand social situations and learn positive coping skills.
Life can be difficult to navigate, but you don’t have to face the journey alone. We offer mental health therapy services for adults, children, families, and couples, as well as group therapy.

Life can be difficult to navigate, but you don’t have to face the journey alone. We offer mental health therapy services for adults, children, families, and couples, as well as group therapy.
Come learn a powerful and effective self-treatment for many challenges! On the first and third Tuesday of every month I provide an EFT demo, discussing how stress impacts the body, what EFT is, and how and why it works. I will then take you through a demonstration, which is shown by research and science to clear both physical and emotional pain (e.g., anxiety, phobias, trauma, headaches, grief, chronic pain, etc.). By $20 suggested donation.

Come learn a powerful and effective self-treatment for many challenges! On the first and third Tuesday of every month I provide an EFT demo, discussing how stress impacts the body, what EFT is, and how and why it works. I will then take you through a demonstration, which is shown by research and science to clear both physical and emotional pain (e.g., anxiety, phobias, trauma, headaches, grief, chronic pain, etc.). By $20 suggested donation.
8 week course DBT Group which focus is to help client understand the anger cycle by helping them gain an understanding of how minimize thoughts which may lead to acting aggressively.

Hosted by Michael Gaines Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, QMHP, LCSW, BCD, BACS
Group meets in Baker, LA 70714
8 week course DBT Group which focus is to help client understand the anger cycle by helping them gain an understanding of how minimize thoughts which may lead to acting aggressively.
Our team of licensed clinicians, counselors, administrators, and skill-builders work closely with you to provide the quality services that you need. We provide PSR and CPST services, as well as counseling and intervention services. We are committed to serving the community for the sake of better health and educating our clients about how behavioral health can affect a person’s daily life.

Hosted by Positive Transformations Health Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA+30, LPC-S, NCC
Group meets in Labadieville, LA 70372
Our team of licensed clinicians, counselors, administrators, and skill-builders work closely with you to provide the quality services that you need. We provide PSR and CPST services, as well as counseling and intervention services. We are committed to serving the community for the sake of better health and educating our clients about how behavioral health can affect a person’s daily life.
This group is designed for people who want to be kinder to themselves, reduce self-criticism, and build inner strength. Together we’ll explore mindfulness, self-acceptance, and practical tools for responding to life’s challenges with greater ease. Through guided exercises, discussion, and support, you’ll learn to shift harsh inner voices into more compassionate ones. Many members find this work reduces anxiety, shame, and feelings of isolation while increasing resilience and connection. The group is safe, supportive, and structured for real growth.

Hosted by Jason Pitre
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
This group is designed for people who want to be kinder to themselves, reduce self-criticism, and build inner strength. Together we’ll explore mindfulness, self-acceptance, and practical tools for responding to life’s challenges with greater ease. Through guided exercises, discussion, and support, you’ll learn to shift harsh inner voices into more compassionate ones. Many members find this work reduces anxiety, shame, and feelings of isolation while increasing resilience and connection. The group is safe, supportive, and structured for real growth.
I am offering two weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adolescents ages 13 to 17 on Mondays from 3:30 pm - 5pm and 5pm - 6:30pm. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and ADHD. If you’re interested, please contact me for more information, and if you would like to be added to our current waitlist.

Hosted by Alora Cleere
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EFP
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70817
I am offering two weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adolescents ages 13 to 17 on Mondays from 3:30 pm - 5pm and 5pm - 6:30pm. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and ADHD. If you’re interested, please contact me for more information, and if you would like to be added to our current waitlist.
The Youth BIPOC Support Group is a semi-open group. It's a safe (HIPAA-compliant) virtual space for youth ages 11 to 13 to process typical challenges related to peer/social relationships, school & family conflicts, self-advocacy; and bullying to name a few. We're creating a safe space for BIPOC students to self-express, support their identity development; and to learn healthy skills to navigate the challenges within their own unique experiences across different social contexts. Group Size: 4-8
Hosted by Wise MindBody Institute, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW, LCSW, QSSW, SAP
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
I'm drawn to Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address an array of concerns such as, anxiety, depression, identity development, trauma, & interpersonal concerns.
The Youth BIPOC Support Group is a semi-open group. It's a safe (HIPAA-compliant) virtual space for youth ages 11 to 13 to process typical challenges related to peer/social relationships, school & family conflicts, self-advocacy; and bullying to name a few. We're creating a safe space for BIPOC students to self-express, support their identity development; and to learn healthy skills to navigate the challenges within their own unique experiences across different social contexts. Group Size: 4-8
8- Week Course: September 30-November 18, Mondays at 6:15 - 8:15 PM. Learn meditation techniques to decrease stress, relieve chronic pain, reduce anxiety and depression, improve concentration and enhance relationships. Attend the Informational Session: September 9th at 6:15 PM to learn more about the research behind and benefits of meditation and mindfulness. The course fee is $500, and space is limited, so please call Elevate Wellness Studio at 225-478-4500 to reserve your spot.

Hosted by Nicole Falgoust
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70806
8- Week Course: September 30-November 18, Mondays at 6:15 - 8:15 PM. Learn meditation techniques to decrease stress, relieve chronic pain, reduce anxiety and depression, improve concentration and enhance relationships. Attend the Informational Session: September 9th at 6:15 PM to learn more about the research behind and benefits of meditation and mindfulness. The course fee is $500, and space is limited, so please call Elevate Wellness Studio at 225-478-4500 to reserve your spot.
This 8-week psychoeducational group creates a space for experiential learning about emotions, in a safe and supportive environment. The class includes guided exercises in noticing, experiencing, and processing emotions. The Change Triangle framework can be seen as a guide to balance head and heart, left and right brain, top and bottom brain. Including what is happening nonjudgmentally in the mind and connecting it to the body. 8-week commitment highly encouraged. Sliding scale available. New groups will begin periodically; if interested contact Nora to place name on participant list.

Hosted by Nora Benson-Glaspey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70119
I work with people who may be struggling with anxiety or trauma related to their relationship with self and others.
This 8-week psychoeducational group creates a space for experiential learning about emotions, in a safe and supportive environment. The class includes guided exercises in noticing, experiencing, and processing emotions. The Change Triangle framework can be seen as a guide to balance head and heart, left and right brain, top and bottom brain. Including what is happening nonjudgmentally in the mind and connecting it to the body. 8-week commitment highly encouraged. Sliding scale available. New groups will begin periodically; if interested contact Nora to place name on participant list.
This is a 4 -month small group (8-10 participants) that utilizes the DBT Skills Group strategy of concentrating on making one important change each week. We combine DBT commitment strategies and the Solution-Oriented Approach along with the awesome power of group support to educate, implement and sustain each change in ways that are uniquely yours. Pre- and post-tests track changes in mental health symptoms so you can see the effects of your work. The group will run from July 16 to November 5, 2025 meeting in-person each Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 pm. No judgement. Tons of support!

The main issues I treat are Borderline Personality Disorder, chronic anxiety, depression, and attendant problem behaviors such as self-harm, disordered eating and many others.
This is a 4 -month small group (8-10 participants) that utilizes the DBT Skills Group strategy of concentrating on making one important change each week. We combine DBT commitment strategies and the Solution-Oriented Approach along with the awesome power of group support to educate, implement and sustain each change in ways that are uniquely yours. Pre- and post-tests track changes in mental health symptoms so you can see the effects of your work. The group will run from July 16 to November 5, 2025 meeting in-person each Wednesday from 5:30-7:30 pm. No judgement. Tons of support!
Join us for this eight week, in person, small group for mothers experiencing postpartum disconnection. This group will be more than just a gathering. It will be an educational process group lead by a trained mental health counselor. A safe space for sharing experiences and overcoming mental health challenges. A place where you will be seen. It will begin April 10th.

Hosted by Abby Johnson
Provisional Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PLPC
Group meets in Slidell, LA 70458
Join us for this eight week, in person, small group for mothers experiencing postpartum disconnection. This group will be more than just a gathering. It will be an educational process group lead by a trained mental health counselor. A safe space for sharing experiences and overcoming mental health challenges. A place where you will be seen. It will begin April 10th.
Group therapy offers a powerful space for connection, healing, and self-discovery. In an interactive, here-and-now environment, you’ll explore emotions, patterns, and relationships as they unfold. Honest dialogue fosters deep insight—not just through self-reflection, but through authentic encounters with others. Group work reduces isolation, strengthens self-awareness, and helps you feel seen and understood. As you share and witness the struggles and growth of others, a profound sense of belonging can emerge. Whether deepening individual work or seeking new paths to change, group therapy invites transformation through the healing power of interpersonal connection.

Hosted by Lauren Hunter | Anxiety, Grief, & Life Transitions
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Jefferson, LA 70121
Lauren Hunter, a New Orleans therapist for aging, grief, anxiety, and life transitions.
Group therapy offers a powerful space for connection, healing, and self-discovery. In an interactive, here-and-now environment, you’ll explore emotions, patterns, and relationships as they unfold. Honest dialogue fosters deep insight—not just through self-reflection, but through authentic encounters with others. Group work reduces isolation, strengthens self-awareness, and helps you feel seen and understood. As you share and witness the struggles and growth of others, a profound sense of belonging can emerge. Whether deepening individual work or seeking new paths to change, group therapy invites transformation through the healing power of interpersonal connection.
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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.


