Depression Support Groups in Charlotte, NC
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Kaleidoscope Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Kaleidoscope Counseling is a therapy practice dedicated to counseling by providing unbiased counseling to assist in the mental wellness of individuals and couples. Our counselors are versed in the treatment of couple counseling, anxiety and management of
depression
along with ..."
Resilient Minds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Are your emotions overwhelming? Do you feel mentally and physically drained. Are you stuck in undesirable patterns of behaviors, or find it difficult to follow through with boundaries? Do you often feel unheard, undervalued, or find people misinterpreting your expression ..."
TMS treatment group
Psychiatrist, MD, FAPA
Verified
Verified
"This group is for people who have been treated with TMS and wish to have continued therapy in a group setting with others who have been treated with Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation for medication-resistant
depression
. The group lends support for
Depression
..."
JD Wellness, LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, PMHNP
Verified
Verified
"At JD Wellness, LLC, Mr. Darden has a patient-centered approach to mental health care. He believes the input from patients is crucial to designing an effective and individualized treatment plan for them. Throughout the treatment process, he will collaborate with ..."
Tuesday Evening Adult DBT Virtual Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Learn DBT skills to help you be more effective in you life. DBT can help most people live a life worth living and was originally developed for clients with Borderline Personality Disorder. Especially helpful for people who feel stuck,
depressed
, ..."
Pediatric & Family Behavioral Health, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD, MS
Verified
Verified
"PFBH specializes in the psychiatric treatment of children, adolescents, and adults. We are an evidence-based clinic that deals primarily in medication management & psychotherapy. We have experience in treating Anxiety,
Depression
, Bipolar Disorder, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Substance Abuse, Personality Disorder, ..."
Leadership Development
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified
Verified
"This group is for leaders seeking to sharpen their leadership skills. This is a 4 month segment of learning about leadership. We will meet monthly (virtually). I am so eagerly excited to help support you in your growth. Feel free ..."
Waitlist for new clients
Mindful Ecotherapy Group for Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Collaborative InSights offers a low cost community mental health support group at The Urban Farm at Aldersgate once a month. This support group is open to anyone who: experiences anxiety,
depression
, trauma, PTSD, and other mood disorders, Is looking for ..."
Anxiety Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Small (4-7) member group. Professionally facilitated. Group's goals are 50% didactic learning and to offer support and encouragement to its members. Group is on-going and open. Due to CoVid precautions, we have paused the group. Please contact us to be ..."
Women's Issues and Depression
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC, QS, NCC, BCC
Verified
Verified
"Creating a waiting list for upcoming group starting the first week of July, 2023. Will cover varies women's issues and concerns relating to relationships, anxiety,
depression
, ADHD, etc. If you are interested, please contact me at 703-626-0533. "
Young Adult Anxiety Group- virtual
Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, Owner
Verified
Verified
"Are you nervous about adulting? It can be tough being a young adult in today’s world! You might be experiencing difficulty adjusting to college or finding that job you really want (or any job at all). Maybe your roommate is ..."
Spiritual Support Group
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified
Verified
"This group is for the individual who is struggling in their spiritual walk as a Christian. This group is also for the individual who struggles with their spirituality and just may have questions. Join us at the times below. If ..."
Boundaries Group
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC-A, NCC, MA
Verified
Verified
"Are you looking to stop people pleasing? Grow your self-esteem? Get what you want? This group is designed to teach you how to implement and set boundaries in all aspects of life. This group will use a boundaries workbook to ..."
Trauma and Depression Support Group
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, NCC, MS
Verified
Verified
"This group is for the individual who is struggling with trauma and having symptoms of
depression
. You are challenged with meeting the demands of life and your goals. You feel stuck. I want you to know that there is life ..."
Peace During Pandemic
Counselor, MA, EdS, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
"You're making the responsible choice by staying home, but it is taking a toll. Your worries have worries. If you're exhausted and desire support figuring how to manage the stress, worry and uncertainty that comes with the pandemic. This is ..."
Virtual Evening DBT Informed Skills Group
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA
Verified
Verified
"Do you sometimes feel like your emotions are out of control? Do you find it hard to set healthy boundaries and navigate relationship challenges? This Virtual DBT-Informed Skills Group may be a good fit for you. You will learn about ..."
Moss Counseling
Counselor, MS, NCC, LCMHCA
Verified
Verified
"We are a team of passionate professionals, and our primary goal is to enable others to experience healing and wholeness in life through management of the symptoms that cause dysfunction in our lives. Therapy allows individuals, couples, and families to ..."
Renown Psychiatry, PLLC
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Verified
"April Schindler, MD is the founder and owner of Renown Psychiatry, PLLC. She offers a holistic, grounded approach to the treatment of mental illness. "
I am women here I am- women empowerment group
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, LCASA
Verified
Verified
"Women of all race and culture coming together and providing encouraging words, empowering testimonies and positive vibes in a safe and non judgmental environment. Registration is required. Please contact for more information via email or call . Thanks "
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Depression Support Groups
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.
What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Charlotte Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.
Group therapy in Charlotte is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Charlotte are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Group therapy in Charlotte is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.
Support groups in Charlotte are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.
Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.