Operation Warrior Talk is a virtual support group dedicated to empowering military veterans and active-duty service members. This group provides a safe, non-judgmental space for participants to share their experiences, discuss challenges, and build a community of resilience. Topics covered include coping with post-traumatic stress, reintegration into civilian life, managing relationships, and mental health wellness. Operation Warrior Talk encourages open dialogue, peer support, and access to valuable resources, all aimed at fostering personal growth and emotional well-being. Whether you are seeking support or offering it, this group is committed to helping warriors heal and thrive.
Hosted by Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, LGPC, LMSW, LCSW-C, MSW, LCPC
Group meets in Bowie, MD 20715
Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l was founded by clinicians with lived experience as veterans and military spouses.
Operation Warrior Talk is a virtual support group dedicated to empowering military veterans and active-duty service members. This group provides a safe, non-judgmental space for participants to share their experiences, discuss challenges, and build a community of resilience. Topics covered include coping with post-traumatic stress, reintegration into civilian life, managing relationships, and mental health wellness. Operation Warrior Talk encourages open dialogue, peer support, and access to valuable resources, all aimed at fostering personal growth and emotional well-being. Whether you are seeking support or offering it, this group is committed to helping warriors heal and thrive.
Rediscovering You: A Virtual Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
I support military spouses and clients facing identity loss, stress, deployment strain, relocation challenges, and emotional exhaustion.
Rediscovering You: A Virtual Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
Operation Warrior Talk is a virtual support group led by Mr. Leon Van Bibber, a combat veteran and mental health professional specializing in PTSD, depression, and anxiety. This community offers a safe space for veterans and active-duty service members to share experiences, build resilience, and support one another. Focusing on healing, not negativity, veterans are encouraged to discuss their journeys, helping each other cope with the trauma of war. Topics include reintegration, relationship management, and mental health wellness. With peer support and valuable resources, Operation Warrior Talk empowers warriors to heal and thrive in a positive, non-judgmental environment.
Hosted by Centers for Counseling and Wellness, Int'l
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LPC
Group meets in Bowie, MD 20715
We support clients facing trauma, stress, life transitions, relationship strain, and the emotional impact of military life.
Operation Warrior Talk is a virtual support group led by Mr. Leon Van Bibber, a combat veteran and mental health professional specializing in PTSD, depression, and anxiety. This community offers a safe space for veterans and active-duty service members to share experiences, build resilience, and support one another. Focusing on healing, not negativity, veterans are encouraged to discuss their journeys, helping each other cope with the trauma of war. Topics include reintegration, relationship management, and mental health wellness. With peer support and valuable resources, Operation Warrior Talk empowers warriors to heal and thrive in a positive, non-judgmental environment.
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Rediscovering You: A Spouses’ Circle is a virtual support and process group created by and for military spouses. It offers a safe, understanding space to share experiences, gain insight, and build resilience through connection. Each session explores topics like deployments, identity, relationships, and self-care while providing tools to manage stress and foster balance. Facilitated by trained military spouses, this group empowers participants to rediscover who they are beyond their roles, find strength in community, and embrace personal growth no matter where military life takes them.
I help clients with trauma, stress, identity changes, relationship challenges, and the emotional impact of military life.
Rediscovering You: A Spouses’ Circle is a virtual support and process group created by and for military spouses. It offers a safe, understanding space to share experiences, gain insight, and build resilience through connection. Each session explores topics like deployments, identity, relationships, and self-care while providing tools to manage stress and foster balance. Facilitated by trained military spouses, this group empowers participants to rediscover who they are beyond their roles, find strength in community, and embrace personal growth no matter where military life takes them.
Rediscovering You: A Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
I support military spouses and clients facing identity loss, stress, deployment strain, relocation challenges, and emotional exhaustion.
Rediscovering You: A Spouses’ Process Group is a therapist-led virtual group for military spouses navigating identity changes, stress, and emotional exhaustion related to military life. Frequent moves, deployments, caregiving roles, and career disruptions can leave spouses feeling disconnected from themselves. This group provides a safe, confidential space to share experiences, process emotions, and build resilience alongside others who truly understand. Through guided discussion and peer connection, participants explore personal growth, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with their voice, purpose, and sense of self—beyond the role of spouse.
We provide all treatments for mental health services including Medication Management, Counseling services, Weight loss program related to behavior health and Accupuncture Therapy
We provide all treatments for mental health services including Medication Management, Counseling services, Weight loss program related to behavior health and Accupuncture Therapy
This group will help veterans explore the psychological, physiological, and social impacts of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Through trauma-informed frameworks, students examine the intersection of combat stress, sexual violence, and systemic barriers to care. Emphasis is placed on clinical approaches, survivor advocacy, and culturally competent strategies for healing and reintegration.
Hosted by Maryland Center for Veteran Education and Training
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Group meets in Baltimore, MD 21202
The Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training (MCVET) offers a comprehensive and compassionate continuum of care tailored to the unique needs of veterans.
This group will help veterans explore the psychological, physiological, and social impacts of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) and Military Sexual Trauma (MST). Through trauma-informed frameworks, students examine the intersection of combat stress, sexual violence, and systemic barriers to care. Emphasis is placed on clinical approaches, survivor advocacy, and culturally competent strategies for healing and reintegration.
Day & Time: First Thursday of every month 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Format: Virtual (secure telehealth) | Cost: $25 per session (cash-only group). This monthly online group is designed exclusively for veterans navigating anxiety, depression, and life after service. Led by Meka Butler, LCPC, USMC Veteran, the group offers a confidential space to reset, refocus, and recharge among peers who “get it.” Join over lunch to connect with fellow leaders and service members while learning practical coping tools to strengthen mental resilience, emotional regulation, and everyday balance.
Hosted by Dr. Meka Empowerment Clinical Counseling & Evals
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LPC
Group meets in Largo, MD 20774
With 8 years as a school counselor, 5 years in clinical practice, and 3 years of military service, I offer a grounded, goal-oriented approach.
Day & Time: First Thursday of every month 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM Format: Virtual (secure telehealth) | Cost: $25 per session (cash-only group). This monthly online group is designed exclusively for veterans navigating anxiety, depression, and life after service. Led by Meka Butler, LCPC, USMC Veteran, the group offers a confidential space to reset, refocus, and recharge among peers who “get it.” Join over lunch to connect with fellow leaders and service members while learning practical coping tools to strengthen mental resilience, emotional regulation, and everyday balance.
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This group offering is a supportive and inclusive community for veterans and first responders to share experiences, process challenges, and build meaningful connections. Camaraderie is at the heart of this space — a place where stories are heard, struggles are understood, and bonds are strengthened. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect, heal, and find resilience through shared experiences of service.
This group offering is a supportive and inclusive community for veterans and first responders to share experiences, process challenges, and build meaningful connections. Camaraderie is at the heart of this space — a place where stories are heard, struggles are understood, and bonds are strengthened. Participants will have the opportunity to reflect, heal, and find resilience through shared experiences of service.
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Veterans Support Groups
Why is mental health important for veterans and the military?
Veterans are more likely to face mental health challenges than the general public, and such mental health challenges can make it difficult for them to navigate day-to-day life. Improved mental health can result in better interpersonal relationships, lower levels of stress, and decreased dependence on substances, such as drugs or alcohol, for many veterans. Addressing common mental health conditions can also help facilitate recovery from physical health challenges that are faced by many veterans, such as chronic pain, physical injury, or poor sleeping patterns. Therapists trained in working with veterans can help address these concerns and help improve veteran mental health.
How can veterans get access to mental health support?
There are many resources for veterans to get mental health support, including through the VA or through their primary care doctor. Many service personnel are eligible for free or reduced-cost mental health counseling through the VA, depending on their service history and current income. Veterans can also utilize online directories, such as Psychology Today, or nonprofit organization resources like the Wounded Warrior Project, to find a therapist or other healthcare professional that specializes in their specific mental health needs. Veterans may also benefit from community-based groups that facilitate social connection and/or address specific concerns, such as Alcoholics Anonymous.
What type of therapy is best for veterans?
Veterans may benefit from multiple types of therapy, depending on what mental health challenges they are facing. Veterans seeking therapy for anxiety or depression may benefit from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), which encourage clients to understand how their thought patterns influence their behavior. Veterans with PTSD may seek other more specialized forms of therapy to treat trauma symptoms, such as EMDR or exposure therapy. Many veterans and military personnel may also benefit from family or couples counseling to address the stress and adjustment challenges that can be associated with military life.
Can therapy for veterans help with trauma and PTSD?
Therapy can be highly effective in helping veterans with trauma and PTSD. Therapists specializing in veteran mental health often have extensive training and experience helping veterans navigate symptoms of trauma and can teach clients coping techniques to handle common symptoms associated with trauma and PTSD. Some therapists may use talk therapy as their primary approach, while others utilize more structured therapy modalities in sessions, such as EMDR. Veterans can try multiple therapy modalities to find the best fit for them. Therapists can also help make referrals or connect clients with available resources, such as VA benefits, to help address other life concerns.