Held one Saturday a month, this group features the inclusion the therapeutic Ragdoll cats/kittens from breeder Angelic Ragdolls. Ages 10-12 meet at 9am, 13-15 at 10am and 16+ at 11am. Enrollment necessary for specific location details (Columbia,MO). This group is private pay or billable through insurance (Aetna, Cigna, or United Healthcare). CBT style group, topics include anxiety, depression and navigating social situations.
Hosted by Aisha Ahmouda
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, -BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65203
Specialities:Depression, Anxiety, Behavior Management, Caregiver Fatigue, Depression & Mood Disorders, Family of Origin Issues, Grief & Loss, Immigration/First Generation, Infertility, Multicultural Issues, Supporting Parents of Autistic Children &/or Special Needs, Relationship Issues, Self-Esteem & Self-Worth.
As a Family Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, I use my skills and time optimally to maximize my therapeutic affect on patients. I prioritize taking the time to establish a good rapport. I tend to a patient's psychological health needs, as well as physical health needs, maintaining a holistic approach. Providing quality care, to me, is about spending my day, from start to finish, making a patient's care experience excellent. This philosophy coincides with my personal goal to maintain a high level of intrinsic motivation to do more than just the minimum required of me, each and every day.
Using cognitive-behavioral therapy to assist clients with identifying the underlying thoughts and situations creating and exacerbating their depression and anxiety, and then developing the cognitive and behavioral tools for managing the anxiety and depression. This group also focuses on how men are uniquely impacted by anxiety and depression. It is both a psychotherapy and psychoeducational group.
Hosted by Cognitions: Anxiety/Depression Treatment Services
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64111
Anxiety and depression have become two of the most common presenting problems for clients seeking out treatment services in the last 3-5 years.
Adolescent and adult clients seeking group treatment for depression, adjustment disorders and anxiety (generalized anxiety, social anxiety etc.).
Picture a lively, supportive art therapy group where teens come together to explore who they are and what they’re going through. Here, we use art as a way to dive into identity, manage anxiety, and strengthen social connections. You might find yourself creating a mural that tells your story, making collages that highlight your hopes and challenges, or crafting sculptures that show off your inner strengths. It’s all about having fun, expressing yourself, and connecting with others who are navigating similar experiences. In this space, you'll discover more about yourself and build friendships while exploring your creativity.
Hosted by Natalie N Coriell
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Heights, MO 63117
Don't worry, I've got you either way.
I work with teens, young adults and women who want to get their lives back on track and curb their worry warts. I’m all about facing our traumas head-on so they don’t keep running the show. A lot of folks come to me anxious, but we often find there’s a bigger issue lurking beneath. Think of it as detective work—we dig deep to uncover the real problem.
This MBCT, or Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy, is an 8-week online group starting March 30th, 2021. It helps folks who struggle with depression and anxiety learn to have a different relationship with their thoughts, feelings and body sensations. However, coming into the present moment can be scary if you have experienced trauma. This class is a much safer alternative for folks that have experienced trauma. A full day retreat is included. Ages 18 and up are welcome. You do not need any prior experience with mindfulness or cognitive therapy. Please reach out to me directly or explore my website for further information.
Hosted by Sunyata Kopriva
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RYT, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Heights, MO 63117
*ACCEPTING CALIFORNIA, ILLINOIS, AND MISSOURI CLIENTS* Come be seen & be known in a relational space with me, so that you can finally arrive home in yourself. Are you curious if you have experienced trauma, or if trauma may still be affecting you? Have you worked with many healers & still feel stuck in certain places? Have you experienced a spiritual awakening & need to integrate the experience(s)? If you answered 'yes' to any of these questions, then you may be in the right place. Trauma can express itself as PTSD and Complex PTSD, various types of depression and anxiety, & many other symptoms. Lets get to the root.
The group is designed forthose recovering from trauma. he group meets twice a month on Saturdays. The group uses Somatic Resourcing and EMDR, Narrative therapy, and movement to address trauma.We need 8 people to run the group. Zoom group Call 314-422-4651 to join the group or gsmith2222@aol.com to join the wait list
Hosted by Gladys Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NCC, MAC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Clayton, MO 63105
I have extensive training in trauma, addiction, depression and anxiety, as well as stress and adjustment. I address the whole person in treatment planning. Individuals that work with me are empowered and encourages to meet their selected goal to achieve balance in their lives. We work together to form goals and I help you navigate the journey to wellness. We will use the body as a resource, as well as art, movement and poetry if a person chooses.This is a veteran owned business. I served 27 years in the United States Navy as a Hospital Corpsman (Medic), I work with first Responders and thrir families, veterans and MST.
8 week DBT-based group therapy for teens, ages 14-17 who experience anxiety that impacts their ability to participate in life & cope effectively. This group is ideal if your teen is experiencing irritability, agitation, sensitivity to criticism, self-consciousness, perfectionism, or avoidance of social situations. Your teen will learn skills to be in control of their emotions, feel self-assured, be able to self-soothe, deal with increasing pressures, have more fun and be social. Call today to request your free phone screening.
Hosted by Mackenzie Schmid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, MO 65804
Do you often feel overwhelmed by your feelings? Have you felt discouraged by the impact that your past experiences have on your daily life? Do you struggle to function in your daily roles and relationships due to stress, anxiety, low self-esteem, or overstimulation? You are not alone. Our past can distort the lens through which we view ourselves and the world. Sometimes we need help reshaping that lens. You are worth the time it takes to develop an understanding of how life has impacted the connections between your body and mind. We can work together to develop adaptive coping skills that allow you to be fully present in your life.
"I use Headway to manage my billing and admin work so that I can place all of my focus on our work together. Headway manages everything related to payments and insurance to make things as easy as possible for you. The Headway team will reach out with an email to help you set up your account and add your insurance and payment details. You'll see your cost per session ahead of time and can check your benefits through the client portal."
Hosted by Sarah Patterson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64153
Today’s world is incredibly fast-paced and increasingly digital. It is normal to feel overwhelmed, stressed or anxious about rising to face challenges. Leveraging your strengths, we will navigate effective solutions, together. I see all ages and draw from theories that are customized to you and your needs. I am looking forward to meeting you and seeing the transformation unfold!I am a doctorly-trained, licensed counselor in Missouri with 15+ years of individuals, couples and family counseling. Also, I have trained and taught counselors in the field for the last 17 years. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety,
I offer Parent Training Classes. This class was developed for parents of children and teens with behavior and anxiety problems and is only available LIve Online. Parents will learn to use alternative skills and techniques to increase compliance, reduce rule-breaking behavior, and alleviate their child's anxiety symptoms. This 6-session course meets bi-weekly in an individual format. See the Parenting and Child Conduct Counseling website (https://www.liveonlinecounselor.com) for more information about Behavioral Parent Skills Training and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Chldhood Emotions (SPACE).
Hosted by Andy Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, KPMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Saint Louis, MO 63367
My ideal client would be parents or caregivers seeking treatment for their children with behavioral, emotional, and social problems, such as ODD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, and other typical childhood issues. These clients would be interested in a parent training format for the treatments, indicating a willingness to actively participate in the therapy process and work collaboratively with the therapist. Additionally, the ideal client would be open to utilizing technology for teletherapy sessions, as my services are presented in an online therapy platform.
Midwest Trauma Recovery Center hosts a grief group the first Tuesday of every month. There is no cost to attend. The group meets at 7pm. This group is led by a licensed clinician.
Hosted by Midwest Trauma Recovery Center
Pre-Licensed Professional, MAC, PLPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brentwood, MO 63144
I work with adults who have experienced complex, emotional, spiritual, or sexual trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and and those who are seeking healing and wholeness.
Have you experienced life as chaotic and painful? Do you struggle with day to day coping in the midst of memories, strong feelings, or dissociation? Is it difficult to feel like you can live fully after what you have experienced? Does growth, healing, and freedom feel next to impossible? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be suffering from unresolved trauma. I know firsthand how intense and challenging a process of finding freedom from trauma can be.
This group exists to help middle schoolers cope with anxiety. This is a 10 week group session where each session will be 50 minutes once a week. The goal of this group program is to help members reduce frequency, intensity, and duration of anxiety, resolve the conflict that is the source of their anxiety, and enhance their ability to cope. Group members will learn social skills, relaxation skills, cognitive restructuring and reframing to challenge negative thinking patterns. This supportive group will allow adolescents to share experiences while providing encouragement and comfort to each other.
Hosted by Laura Adamgbo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Richmond Heights, MO 63117
My specialties include: Couples counseling, Divorce/co-parenting, school issues, acculturation, adjustment, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders and birth trauma.
Are you going through a major change in your life? Divorce, remarriage, blending a family, new job, new baby? Have you hit a road block in your career? Is anxiety keeping you from living an enriching lifestyle? Do you have unresolved trauma? Do you have a difficult to manage child? I can help you with these sudden roadblocks. During these transitional phases of life, we need a support system to help us gain strength, resilience and maintain a healthy living. I use EMDR, Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) in working with adult clients and play therapy with my child clients. I act as an advocate, sounding board and gentle challenger.
Our Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) at Lakeside Behavioral Health, based in St. Louis, offers comprehensive treatment for individuals across Missouri and Illinois. Designed for those seeking structured care for mental health conditions like depression and anxiety, our Telehealth IOP provides expert care from home. The program includes group therapy, individual counseling, and psychiatric care, focusing on CBT and DBT. It offers intensive support without hospitalization while allowing clients to maintain their daily routines. With flexible telehealth options, clients can easily access care wherever they are.
Hosted by Lakeside Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63129
Whether you’re seeking support for depression, anxiety, or looking for specialized care through our TMS or virtual IOP programs in Missouri and Illinois, our compassionate providers are ready to help.
At Lakeside Behavioral Health, based in St. Louis, we serve individuals across Missouri and Illinois who are navigating various mental health challenges. Our clients include those struggling with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, and trauma-related conditions. Many have tried traditional treatments, such as medications or talk therapy, and are seeking more specialized care. We offer programs like our Virtual Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), which is ideal for individuals needing intensive care from home, as well as Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation (TMS) therapy, specifically for those dealing with treatment-resistant depression. Our clients come to us looking for immediate access to compassionate and personalized care, with a focus on lasting recovery and wellness.
This group is a place for men to work on managing their anxiety and/or depression and how it affects their personal, romantic and work relationships, as well as overall functioning in all domains. This group meets on Tuesdays at 6pm.
Hosted by Jerald Payne, LSCSW, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kansas City, MO 64111
I work with individuals, couples and families on such issues as relationship issues, problem solving, conflict resolution, communication enhancement, anger management, drug/alcohol abuse and addiction. Many clients present with depression, bipolar disorder and other mood disorders, psychotic disorders, ADHD, childhood disorders such as conduct disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, etc. I work with adults and couples on relationship/marital issues, domestic violence, etc. I work with clients who have experienced abuse, both sexual and physical. I assist parents with parent-child relational issues and behavior modification skill development. I also assist clients with anxiety disorders, grief/loss issues and struggles with adjusting to life circumstances.
Group psychotherapy can be an extremely effective treatment because it offers an opportunity to receive assistance from both others who have had similar experiences and a trained professional simultaneously.l
I believe that most people at some time can benefit from talking with a professional about emotional problems that they are encountering, although many persons I see worry that there is something "wrong" with them and feel they should be able to improve their situations thembselves. Difficulties in relationships, problems concerning work or recovering from bad experiences can be painful parts of life and talking about them can hasten change and improvement. As we develop a relationship with one another and reflect about the problems together, over time, I have found that people discover new ways of meeting the challenges that brought them to me.
RO-DBT Skills classes are designed to increase flexibility in thoughts and actions, increase authentic connections with safe people and increase openness to new ideas, experiences and ways of moving about life. RO-DBT skills are especially helpful for those struggling with chronic anxiety, hyper-vigilance, chronic depression or loneliness, eating disorders or obsessive compulsive disorders. Skills classes are offered weekly for a duration of 30 weeks as a part of the comprehensive program alongside individual therapy and coaching. It is a class and not a process group.
Hosted by Madison Rendleman
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65203
I specialize in working with adults experiencing eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and navigating through life transitions and relationship issues.
Restored Counseling offers individual therapy and marriage counseling in Springfield, MO. We offer services to treat anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, life adjustments, and relational distress. We also offer marriage counseling to address affair recovery, communication, conflict resolution and Christian sex therapy.
Hosted by Leslie Bashioum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC , CFRC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Springfield, MO 65810
Do you find yourself running on empty, constantly overthinking or worrying? Do you struggle with past wounds or find yourself trying to navigate through a traumatic experience? Maybe you are feeling alone or disconnected, struggling to communicate, and wondering if there is any hope. Whether you are wrestling with the weight of anxiety and depression, navigating a challenging experience, or experiencing difficulty in your marriage- you are not alone! My passion is to help my clients move towards freedom from past hurt and pain so they can feel equipped to experience safe, connected, healthy relationships with themselves and others.
Radically Open DBT Skills class for chronic depression, anxiety, perfectionism, people pleasing, obsessive compulsive personality, or social isolation. This class teaches you skills on increasing flexibility, openness, and safety so that you can enhance your relationships, learn to relax, increase self esteem and learn to decrease your anxiety and depression.
Hosted by Angela Pearman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MEd
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65203
Hi, I’m Angela. My specialty is guiding adults through difficult life transitions. I can help you through the stress and anxiety of a career change, divorce, a move, a new role or identity, or the ending of an era. I’m especially experienced and passionate about helping women through the menopausal transition. These transitions are often met with loss of identity, anxiety, loneliness, stigma or dismissal, where women feel lost, overwhelmed and misunderstood. I’m deeply committed to empowering others, helping them rediscover their identities and values in the midst of a significant life change, as well as developing coping skills.
This is a support group for anyone who is grieving the loss of a loved one. It is a place to connect with others who are also on a healing journey. It is a community of encouragement. We will meet the first Tuesday of each month. Come early and stay late for more connection. This is an open group, meaning you can come anytime.
Hosted by Lisa McCulloch
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brentwood, MO 63144
Do you experience chronic trust issues, worry, irrational fears or a profound sense of loneliness? Do you have unexplainable triggers that cause feelings of panic, fear, or anger? Do you continue to feel stuck in the same patterns of thinking and reacting? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may be experiencing the effects from unresolved trauma.
Our mission is to create a safe place to be yourself, express your pain/frustration while increasing your understanding, tools, and social connections. This group is designed to empower professionals and thrive in a tasks-based world. This group is ideal for adults 18 yrs. old + and have been diagnosed OR suspect they have ADHD/ADD. Topics Include: Understanding Symptoms, Gain Personal Insight, Learn Effective Tools, Strategies & Resources, Navigating Professional & Workplace Concerns, Create Meaningful & Lasting Relationships. Currently, groups are Virtual to increase access + ease of connecting. Check out our website for more information! https://brave-mo.com/group-counseling
Hosted by Elizabeth Hocker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Columbia, MO 65201
Do you desire a life of meaning, connection, and joy? As a therapist, I specialize in helping you overcome ADHD/ADD, anxiety, and depression. If you're experiencing these symptoms, chances are you're dealing with exhaustion/overwhelm, low self-esteem, and relationship issues. I'm here to help you. Life is imperfect, messy, and complicated. There's no roadmap. Along the way, you have faced many challenges and painful experiences. You don't have to go through this alone. We all desire to improve our lives and our relationships. We crave understanding, support, connection, growth, and when necessary change.
MBCT is an evidence based group experience that can help you recover from depression or anxiety. The group has been shown to help most with severe depression, including people who have not seen benefit from medication. We'll work together to develop daily practices that help you connect with yourself and move toward a rich and emotionally balanced life. This group meets weekly for 8 weeks.
I have a great deal of experience working with sexuality, gender, identity development, anxiety, and big emotions.
Choosing to live authentically is an act of courage. Life offers many opportunities to hide our true selves, sometimes even from oneself, often resulting in living far below our capacity. Taking steps to heal, recover, survive, or take life to the next level can be challenging on our own. We’ll work together to understand what you want in your life, what’s getting in the way, and how you can create opportunities to have more of what you want, empowering you to live courageously and authentically. I also have limited appointments for psychological, adult ADHD, and substance use evaluation.
Please see my profile to see description of group! Group is beginning October 9, 2023. I look forward to seeing you there! Come to Insightful Life Therapy Services for an inspired, helpful group! Email admin@insightfullifetherapy.com to sign up or call 314. 730. 6787.
Hosted by Molly Green
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Louis, MO 63129
I am the group leader and have over 15 years of therapy and look forward to cheering you on! Some examples of art prompts will be: draw what anxiety feels like in your body, now draw how you would like your body to feel.
Now offering an Art Therapy for Anxiety Group: Do you ever feel like you are struggling alone in your anxiety? Attend a helpful, inspired group atmosphere and learn ways to use your creativity to express your feelings and let go of anxiety. You do not need to be an artist to engage in art therapy. Everyone has creativity in them, it is just a matter of unlocking it! Art therapy is a way to calm the nervous system and bring more creativity to your life. Group therapy is a way to relate to others struggling with the same issues that you are. It is my hope you will find healing and peace while in this group.
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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.