Join us for a fun and insightful journaling workshop to unlock your creativity and express your thoughts like never before! Whether you’re new to journaling or looking for new ways to deepen your practice, this event is for YOU!
Hosted by Kennedy Shaye Rhodes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSCP, LPC
Group meets in Greensburg, PA 15601
Join us for a fun and insightful journaling workshop to unlock your creativity and express your thoughts like never before! Whether you’re new to journaling or looking for new ways to deepen your practice, this event is for YOU!
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Breaking Chains: An 8-Week group for Young Adults. A transformative group offering a supportive space to overcome the impact of childhood experiences and embrace a path to a brighter future. Guided by experienced therapists, participants engage in healing discussions, self-reflection, and empowering activities. Together, we foster an inclusive environment where individuals can release the past, build resilience, and empower themselves to live their best lives. Join us on this journey of healing, growth, and reclaiming personal power.
Hosted by Asia Gunter
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15203
Breaking Chains: An 8-Week group for Young Adults. A transformative group offering a supportive space to overcome the impact of childhood experiences and embrace a path to a brighter future. Guided by experienced therapists, participants engage in healing discussions, self-reflection, and empowering activities. Together, we foster an inclusive environment where individuals can release the past, build resilience, and empower themselves to live their best lives. Join us on this journey of healing, growth, and reclaiming personal power.
ONLINE VIRTUAL GROUP- Did you grow up with an emotionally immature, unavailable, or selfish parent? You may struggle with anger, loneliness, betrayal... maybe your childhood was a time when your emotional needs were ignored or mocked. You may be haunted by the question "Will I ever be good enough?" Here, not only are you good enough, but you are SO MUCH MORE! Join us ONLINE for 90 minutes of learning, connection and healing! Sign up at www.hearttoheart-healing.com
Hosted by Melody Dascanio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, C-PD, CCTP-II, LPC
Group meets in Finleyville, PA 15332
ONLINE VIRTUAL GROUP- Did you grow up with an emotionally immature, unavailable, or selfish parent? You may struggle with anger, loneliness, betrayal... maybe your childhood was a time when your emotional needs were ignored or mocked. You may be haunted by the question "Will I ever be good enough?" Here, not only are you good enough, but you are SO MUCH MORE! Join us ONLINE for 90 minutes of learning, connection and healing! Sign up at www.hearttoheart-healing.com
Are you anxious, stressed, feeling depressed, alone, and overwhelmed? Serenity is a weekly support group for those experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any type of loss. It is a welcoming and positive environment where individuals have an opportunity to share with those who can relate, develop effective coping mechanisms to manage life's challenges, and foster healthy relationships. Looking for peace and contentment? Come to group! There are Saturday and weekday groups available.
Hosted by Grace Wagner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, MS, LPC
Group meets in Monroeville, PA 15146
Are you anxious, stressed, feeling depressed, alone, and overwhelmed? Serenity is a weekly support group for those experiencing anxiety, depression, relationship issues, or any type of loss. It is a welcoming and positive environment where individuals have an opportunity to share with those who can relate, develop effective coping mechanisms to manage life's challenges, and foster healthy relationships. Looking for peace and contentment? Come to group! There are Saturday and weekday groups available.
Are you seeking practical skills to enhance your emotional well-being and improve your interpersonal relationships? Look no further than our DBT Skills Group, where Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is presented in a class-like format that combines psychoeducation and engaging activities. Throughout this 10-week DBT Group, we will focus on developing and strengthening essential skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation.
Hosted by The Counseling and Wellness Center of Pittsburgh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Group meets in Monroeville, PA 15146
Are you seeking practical skills to enhance your emotional well-being and improve your interpersonal relationships? Look no further than our DBT Skills Group, where Dialectical Behavioral Therapy is presented in a class-like format that combines psychoeducation and engaging activities. Throughout this 10-week DBT Group, we will focus on developing and strengthening essential skills in four key areas: mindfulness, distress tolerance, interpersonal effectiveness, and emotion regulation.
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather than narrow. We use the science practitioner model, practicing an evidence based approach while honoring a commitment to "seeing the best in you". We also celebrate the extensive variety of healing philosophies that exist outside the bounds of western science, and are dedicated to continuous professional curiosity and personal growth.
Hosted by Wesley Waldrup, LPC: Counseling Works LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather than narrow. We use the science practitioner model, practicing an evidence based approach while honoring a commitment to "seeing the best in you". We also celebrate the extensive variety of healing philosophies that exist outside the bounds of western science, and are dedicated to continuous professional curiosity and personal growth.
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather than narrow. We use the science practitioner model, practicing an evidence based approach while honoring a commitment to "seeing the best in you". We also celebrate the extensive variety of healing philosophies that exist outside the bounds of western science, and are dedicated to continuous professional curiosity and personal growth.
Hosted by Jessica Everly
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Creating an inviting space for self exploration is the backbone of our approach. Our therapists lean into the idea that “two things can be true at once”, believing that when we embody this attitude, our lives become more expansive, rather than narrow. We use the science practitioner model, practicing an evidence based approach while honoring a commitment to "seeing the best in you". We also celebrate the extensive variety of healing philosophies that exist outside the bounds of western science, and are dedicated to continuous professional curiosity and personal growth.
At Roots, we prioritize delivering evidence-based treatments tailored to your individual needs. Counseling tends to be short-term, goal-oriented and focused on specific issues or concerns, while therapy is often long-term, explores underlying issues and patterns. Our team of experienced therapists are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that empowers clients on their journey to mental wellness. Along the way we will provide you with the tools and resources to support success that is long term.
Hosted by Amanda Merola
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Amanda Merola, LCSW
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15238
At Roots, we prioritize delivering evidence-based treatments tailored to your individual needs. Counseling tends to be short-term, goal-oriented and focused on specific issues or concerns, while therapy is often long-term, explores underlying issues and patterns. Our team of experienced therapists are dedicated to fostering a supportive environment that empowers clients on their journey to mental wellness. Along the way we will provide you with the tools and resources to support success that is long term.
This 12-week trauma processing group for individuals 18+ meets in person at the JCC on Forbes Ave in Pittsburgh, PA. Each session includes mindfulness, social connection, trauma education, and artistic expression to support healing, followed by 30 minutes of trauma-informed yoga. The space includes all yoga materials necessary including mats and pillows, art supplies, grounding items, and sofa lighting, with full security and parking. Multiple payment options are available, including Victim’s Compensation and a sliding scale. If you’ve experienced sexual violence in PA, you may qualify for cost coverage. Individual therapy is not required to join.
Hosted by Susie J. Balcom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT-200
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I work with people who are struggling with the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, life changes, and relationship challenges.
This 12-week trauma processing group for individuals 18+ meets in person at the JCC on Forbes Ave in Pittsburgh, PA. Each session includes mindfulness, social connection, trauma education, and artistic expression to support healing, followed by 30 minutes of trauma-informed yoga. The space includes all yoga materials necessary including mats and pillows, art supplies, grounding items, and sofa lighting, with full security and parking. Multiple payment options are available, including Victim’s Compensation and a sliding scale. If you’ve experienced sexual violence in PA, you may qualify for cost coverage. Individual therapy is not required to join.
Women in this group have experienced some type of trauma/abuse in their lives, are currently in therapy, and are searching for support as they heal.
Women in this group have experienced some type of trauma/abuse in their lives, are currently in therapy, and are searching for support as they heal.
Maya Wellness provides trauma informed mental health counseling in Swissvale and North Hills areas of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Maya Wellness is a collaboration of empathetic and engaged therapists ready to meet clients where they are at. The therapists at Maya Wellness develop a treatment plan that is unique to each client.
Hosted by Damien Gabis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15209
Maya Wellness provides trauma informed mental health counseling in Swissvale and North Hills areas of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Maya Wellness is a collaboration of empathetic and engaged therapists ready to meet clients where they are at. The therapists at Maya Wellness develop a treatment plan that is unique to each client.
We are a group of highly trained and carefully selected psychologists and therapists. At Strong Foundations our goal is provide excellent mental health care within an emphatic, supportive, and individualized therapeutic relationship.
We are a group of highly trained and carefully selected psychologists and therapists. At Strong Foundations our goal is provide excellent mental health care within an emphatic, supportive, and individualized therapeutic relationship.
This 5-week trauma-focused reading group for adults 18+ meets in person. Each session offers a trauma-informed space for shared reflection and discussion on a selection of books on trauma—typically narrative nonfiction or memoirs based on real-life accounts. The group follows a small-group format with a maximum of 8 attendees to support depth and connection. Tea, grounding items, and cozy seating is provided. The group meets for five consecutive weeks, followed by a one-week break between cycles (books vary from cycle to cycle). Sliding scale rate: $60–$90 per cycle, paid upfront.
Hosted by Susie J. Balcom
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, RYT-200
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15217
I work with people who are struggling with the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, life changes, and relationship challenges.
This 5-week trauma-focused reading group for adults 18+ meets in person. Each session offers a trauma-informed space for shared reflection and discussion on a selection of books on trauma—typically narrative nonfiction or memoirs based on real-life accounts. The group follows a small-group format with a maximum of 8 attendees to support depth and connection. Tea, grounding items, and cozy seating is provided. The group meets for five consecutive weeks, followed by a one-week break between cycles (books vary from cycle to cycle). Sliding scale rate: $60–$90 per cycle, paid upfront.
Are you suffering from chronic pain and feeling isolated? You don’t have to face this alone. Hopeful Healing can provide you with strength and encouragement when you need it most. By joining this supportive group, you will learn coping strategies while connecting with others who share similar challenges, resulting in improved mental health.
Hosted by Alecia V. Denillo
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Monroeville, PA 15146
Are you suffering from chronic pain and feeling isolated? You don’t have to face this alone. Hopeful Healing can provide you with strength and encouragement when you need it most. By joining this supportive group, you will learn coping strategies while connecting with others who share similar challenges, resulting in improved mental health.
In an atmosphere of mutual trust, sensitive issues are explored confidentially with our licenced psychologists, counselors, and social workers. We provide psychotherapy services for children, adolescence, adults, and geriatric persons in the Pittsburgh area. Care is coordinated with your doctor to create an optimal treatment plan.
In an atmosphere of mutual trust, sensitive issues are explored confidentially with our licenced psychologists, counselors, and social workers. We provide psychotherapy services for children, adolescence, adults, and geriatric persons in the Pittsburgh area. Care is coordinated with your doctor to create an optimal treatment plan.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills focus on emotion and stress management. The group format of "How to Stay Calm and Thrive," includes skills training in mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance skill sets. This DBT Skills Group is for practical techniques to improve emotion regulation and communication skills. Let’s foster growth and resilience together!
Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills focus on emotion and stress management. The group format of "How to Stay Calm and Thrive," includes skills training in mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance skill sets. This DBT Skills Group is for practical techniques to improve emotion regulation and communication skills. Let’s foster growth and resilience together!
The Full Moon is the perfect time to release what no longer serves you! Join Gypsy Soul Nicole at SHCW during the Full Moon each Month - as we acknowledge & harness the power of the Full Moon! Reflect and cleanse your energy from any low vibrational energy. Use the energy of the Full Moon to restore and release to deepen your connection to the universe. Acknowledge and celebrate all you have received so far. $15 per person. Pre-Registration is Required. Visit FB/SHCandW for upcoming dates, registration, and more info!
Hosted by Serenity Hill Counseling and Wellness LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Connellsville, PA 15425
The Full Moon is the perfect time to release what no longer serves you! Join Gypsy Soul Nicole at SHCW during the Full Moon each Month - as we acknowledge & harness the power of the Full Moon! Reflect and cleanse your energy from any low vibrational energy. Use the energy of the Full Moon to restore and release to deepen your connection to the universe. Acknowledge and celebrate all you have received so far. $15 per person. Pre-Registration is Required. Visit FB/SHCandW for upcoming dates, registration, and more info!
We chose the term "dissatisfied" because it captures a range from people. Many young adult clients in my practice have a strong social aptitude and capacity to connect, but still feel lonely either due to depression and anxiety (not having the energy and motivation to seek out social connection) or not having found the right fit socially. Other young adults might struggle with connection, but would do well in a group of kind, support others. The group will focus on feelings of loneliness, coping and social skills, support and activities.
We chose the term "dissatisfied" because it captures a range from people. Many young adult clients in my practice have a strong social aptitude and capacity to connect, but still feel lonely either due to depression and anxiety (not having the energy and motivation to seek out social connection) or not having found the right fit socially. Other young adults might struggle with connection, but would do well in a group of kind, support others. The group will focus on feelings of loneliness, coping and social skills, support and activities.
Death is often overwhelming and debilitating to survivors. The pain is real whether it is a parent, significant other, child, friend or a family pet. This group explores the stages of grief and shared experiences in the process. Also developed are coping skills and strategies we learn to utilize. The group is kept small with a maximum of 10 participants to allow for peer interaction and bonding throughout the grieving process.
Hosted by James (Jay) A McGuire
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, SAP
Group meets in Pittsburgh, PA 15220
Death is often overwhelming and debilitating to survivors. The pain is real whether it is a parent, significant other, child, friend or a family pet. This group explores the stages of grief and shared experiences in the process. Also developed are coping skills and strategies we learn to utilize. The group is kept small with a maximum of 10 participants to allow for peer interaction and bonding throughout the grieving process.
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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.