This group is for young men and women ages 18+ to establish more connections socially for support and strong coping skills. Clients learn from each other and the counselor how to listen, learn, and connect. We focus on social skills, empathy, self-compassion, and topics such as drug and alcohol use, sex, and social media, relationships, and working. This is an open group with open rolling admission. Overall it is a great group, established about a year now, and still going :-) Group runs primarily from Fall to early Summer.
Hosted by Mary Kirkpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, CATP
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
I also specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with Autism 1, ADHD, anxiety, among others.
This group is for young men and women ages 18+ to establish more connections socially for support and strong coping skills. Clients learn from each other and the counselor how to listen, learn, and connect. We focus on social skills, empathy, self-compassion, and topics such as drug and alcohol use, sex, and social media, relationships, and working. This is an open group with open rolling admission. Overall it is a great group, established about a year now, and still going :-) Group runs primarily from Fall to early Summer.
This group is geared toward girls with ADHD, neuro-divergence, anxiety, and social anxiety. We work on a host of coping skills, social skills, and anxiety support. Girls establish close connections in weekly meetings from fall to late spring. Half of the year we also do art therapy integration classes with a professional artist, integrating art and therapeutic themes/skills.
Hosted by Mary Kirkpatrick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCMHC, CATP
Group meets in Gainesville, VA 20155
I also specialize in working with neurodiverse clients with Autism 1, ADHD, anxiety, among others.
This group is geared toward girls with ADHD, neuro-divergence, anxiety, and social anxiety. We work on a host of coping skills, social skills, and anxiety support. Girls establish close connections in weekly meetings from fall to late spring. Half of the year we also do art therapy integration classes with a professional artist, integrating art and therapeutic themes/skills.
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New to Adulthood? Navigating Neurodiversity in a world often made for Neurotypicals? Feeling isolated? Is the unknown of adulthood amplifying your anxiety? Join us in a confidential, virtual office space, to connect, gain insight, and learn the essential skills you need to live fully and not fearfully. We are a group of 18 – 25 year old young adults navigating difficulties with adulthood, anxiety and relationships.
Hosted by Scott F Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Woodbridge, VA 22193
New to Adulthood? Navigating Neurodiversity in a world often made for Neurotypicals? Feeling isolated? Is the unknown of adulthood amplifying your anxiety? Join us in a confidential, virtual office space, to connect, gain insight, and learn the essential skills you need to live fully and not fearfully. We are a group of 18 – 25 year old young adults navigating difficulties with adulthood, anxiety and relationships.
Join our Supporting Your Child with Anxiety group—a six-week virtual series designed to equip you with practical tools to help your child thrive emotionally. Led by Dr. Megan Thomas, this program blends expert guidance with actionable strategies tailored for parents. The group meets virtually every Wednesday at 1 PM, from March 5th to April 9th, so you can attend from the comfort of your home or office.
Our expertise lies in treatments for ADHD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, OCD, bi-polar and adjustment disorders.
Join our Supporting Your Child with Anxiety group—a six-week virtual series designed to equip you with practical tools to help your child thrive emotionally. Led by Dr. Megan Thomas, this program blends expert guidance with actionable strategies tailored for parents. The group meets virtually every Wednesday at 1 PM, from March 5th to April 9th, so you can attend from the comfort of your home or office.
RO DBT is an evidenced-based approach to treat emotional over control We teach skills to understand our neuroregulatory system, and how this affects our relationships and contributes to feelings of loneliness. We also teach skills to reduce rigid and rule-governed behavior. Our focus is on helping you learn to be who you want to be and building a life worth sharing. Clarity is offering classes and a comprehensive RO-DBT program at all locations. Please feel free to check out Clarity's website to learn more about our classes, the RODBT program, and additional services.
Hosted by Clarity Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEDS-S
Group meets in Reston, VA 20190
RO DBT is an evidenced-based approach to treat emotional over control We teach skills to understand our neuroregulatory system, and how this affects our relationships and contributes to feelings of loneliness. We also teach skills to reduce rigid and rule-governed behavior. Our focus is on helping you learn to be who you want to be and building a life worth sharing. Clarity is offering classes and a comprehensive RO-DBT program at all locations. Please feel free to check out Clarity's website to learn more about our classes, the RODBT program, and additional services.
Cervello-Wellness is a psychiatric care practice that uses a variety of treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We successfully treat patients with various mental disorders using a holistic form of treatment by customizing a treatment plan. We are specialized in children and adult ADHD Cervello-Wellness's vision is to have a society that has accessible quality and affordable psychiatric care. Cervello-Wellness has a goal to raise community awareness of mental health and cognitive disorders and to eliminate the mental health stigma.
Hosted by Mimi Jimenez
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CRNP, PMH
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22315
Cervello-Wellness is a psychiatric care practice that uses a variety of treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We successfully treat patients with various mental disorders using a holistic form of treatment by customizing a treatment plan. We are specialized in children and adult ADHD Cervello-Wellness's vision is to have a society that has accessible quality and affordable psychiatric care. Cervello-Wellness has a goal to raise community awareness of mental health and cognitive disorders and to eliminate the mental health stigma.
This group is perfect if you: Are feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Are looking for tools on how to manage overwhelm. Want to learn about the link between trauma, stress, and the brain. Want a community to discuss practices that are practical and sustainable. What you can expect: Education on identifying when you are overwhelmed, mentally drained, or severely burnt out. Discussion from a trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens. Strategies that reduce the impact of stress on the mind and body. Engaging activities & a compassionate space to explore wellness integration. $25 total for all 4 virtual groups starting March 19th 2026.
Hosted by Kelsey Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22031
This group is perfect if you: Are feeling overwhelmed or anxious. Are looking for tools on how to manage overwhelm. Want to learn about the link between trauma, stress, and the brain. Want a community to discuss practices that are practical and sustainable. What you can expect: Education on identifying when you are overwhelmed, mentally drained, or severely burnt out. Discussion from a trauma-informed, culturally responsive lens. Strategies that reduce the impact of stress on the mind and body. Engaging activities & a compassionate space to explore wellness integration. $25 total for all 4 virtual groups starting March 19th 2026.
Cervello-Wellness is a behavioral health practice that uses a variety of treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, psychotherapy, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We use an integrative approach as a holistic form of treatment by customizing a treatment plan. Our vision is to have a society that has the accessible quality and affordable Mental Health care. Cervello-Wellness has a goal to raise community awareness of mental health and cognitive disorders and to eliminate the mental health stigma.
Cervello-Wellness is a behavioral health practice that uses a variety of treatments, including psychiatric evaluations, psychosocial interventions, psychotherapy, and medication management. Our specialty is devoted to the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of mental disorders. We use an integrative approach as a holistic form of treatment by customizing a treatment plan. Our vision is to have a society that has the accessible quality and affordable Mental Health care. Cervello-Wellness has a goal to raise community awareness of mental health and cognitive disorders and to eliminate the mental health stigma.
Next Generation Core will give you the skills and confidence to build the life you want. We begin with the stages of exploring your Mask, Higher-Self, Lower-Self in order to better understand your needs and define the direction of your life. We will give you a map, not a shortcut. Our team has decades of experience helping people build their own paths and guiding them on their journey. Visit us: www.nextgenerationcore.com.
Hosted by Next Generation Core Somatic Training
Verified Verified
Group meets in Falls Church, VA 22044
Next Generation Core will give you the skills and confidence to build the life you want. We begin with the stages of exploring your Mask, Higher-Self, Lower-Self in order to better understand your needs and define the direction of your life. We will give you a map, not a shortcut. Our team has decades of experience helping people build their own paths and guiding them on their journey. Visit us: www.nextgenerationcore.com.
This is a group for parents of children who have special needs. Through connection and support group therapy helps support their mental wellbeing.
This is a group for parents of children who have special needs. Through connection and support group therapy helps support their mental wellbeing.
Join other expecting moms as we empower ourselves to fight anxious thoughts and promote mindfulness and connection with your growing baby. This 6 week group will explore themes of perinatal anxiety and depression, tools for coping with the physical and emotional demands of pregnancy, and maximizing interpersonal and social support. The sessions will offer a blend of psychoeducation, narrative therapy, and group processing. We'd love to see you there!
Join other expecting moms as we empower ourselves to fight anxious thoughts and promote mindfulness and connection with your growing baby. This 6 week group will explore themes of perinatal anxiety and depression, tools for coping with the physical and emotional demands of pregnancy, and maximizing interpersonal and social support. The sessions will offer a blend of psychoeducation, narrative therapy, and group processing. We'd love to see you there!
Minds Nurturing Mental Health Services of Dr Adetunji practice with a tender, compassionate person-centered approach on Telehealth via the Grow Therapy platform in the management of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Post Traumatic Stress disorder, Adjustment disorder, Addiction, and other behavioral health disorders.
Hosted by Minds Nurturing (Mental Health) Services LLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, FNP
Group meets in Leesburg, VA 20175
I specialize in treating Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar, PTSD, Adjustment, OCD, Trichotillomania, Tics, Tourette's syndrome, ADHD, Autism, Disruptive Mood Dysregulation, Panic attack, Explosive and ODD disorders
Minds Nurturing Mental Health Services of Dr Adetunji practice with a tender, compassionate person-centered approach on Telehealth via the Grow Therapy platform in the management of Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar disorder, Post Traumatic Stress disorder, Adjustment disorder, Addiction, and other behavioral health disorders.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based therapy designed to treat people who experience suicidal thinking and behaviors that are disruptive such as maladaptive coping skills and self harm. Our DBT skills group emphasizes Linehan’s four core concepts to help regulate emotions and behaviors: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Along with these and other skills that focus on acceptance and change, group members will learn to tolerate emotional stress that is free of judgment and urges. Group members are required to also attend individual therapy sessions in order to remain in the group.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is an evidenced-based therapy designed to treat people who experience suicidal thinking and behaviors that are disruptive such as maladaptive coping skills and self harm. Our DBT skills group emphasizes Linehan’s four core concepts to help regulate emotions and behaviors: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Along with these and other skills that focus on acceptance and change, group members will learn to tolerate emotional stress that is free of judgment and urges. Group members are required to also attend individual therapy sessions in order to remain in the group.
Ever feel "stuck" in a situation or in your thoughts? Do you question how to move in a direction? This group helps you get in touch with your values, learn how metaphors and mindfulness can help you be fully present in the moment and move towards your bigger picture. As a member, you will go on an experiential journey both in and outside of group to ensure a path in your desired direction. Creating change may not be easy and yet you'll experience change just by attending group. Call now to reserve your spot!
Hosted by MLB Therapy, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Group meets in Leesburg, VA 20175
Our individual work will support what you are looking for, perhaps with relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, work stressors, family stressors, changes in life and more.
Ever feel "stuck" in a situation or in your thoughts? Do you question how to move in a direction? This group helps you get in touch with your values, learn how metaphors and mindfulness can help you be fully present in the moment and move towards your bigger picture. As a member, you will go on an experiential journey both in and outside of group to ensure a path in your desired direction. Creating change may not be easy and yet you'll experience change just by attending group. Call now to reserve your spot!
We believe that family involvement is integral and necessary for the successful recovery of our clients. A person exists within a family and should be treated within the context of the family. To improve the quality of life as a family, it’s essential to involve the entire family in treatment through individual family therapy and multi-family groups.
Hosted by Sandstone Care Detox Center - Chantilly, VA
Treatment Center
Group meets in Chantilly, VA 20151
We believe that family involvement is integral and necessary for the successful recovery of our clients. A person exists within a family and should be treated within the context of the family. To improve the quality of life as a family, it’s essential to involve the entire family in treatment through individual family therapy and multi-family groups.
Worried about your drinking, but not ready to give it up completely? Learn how to have a healthier relationship with alcohol, pick up coping skills, and develop an alcohol moderation plan that aligns with your values. The program includes a weekly two-hour group, individual sessions, and conjoint-sessions with your partner if requested.
Hosted by Insight Recovery Centers
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCSW, LSATP, MAC
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
Worried about your drinking, but not ready to give it up completely? Learn how to have a healthier relationship with alcohol, pick up coping skills, and develop an alcohol moderation plan that aligns with your values. The program includes a weekly two-hour group, individual sessions, and conjoint-sessions with your partner if requested.
The struggles that our teenagers are facing today is unlike any other time in our society. The COVID-19 Pandemic has challenged how they socialize, participate in school, cope through daily stress and handle fear. They are not alone in this fight. We offer: a 5th-8th grade in person group, an in-person group for high school age teens, a Telehealth group for high schoolers who feel more comfortable at home, and an LGBTQ in-person group. Please out website for more information!
Hosted by Heidi Graybill
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II
Group meets in Haymarket, VA 20169
The struggles that our teenagers are facing today is unlike any other time in our society. The COVID-19 Pandemic has challenged how they socialize, participate in school, cope through daily stress and handle fear. They are not alone in this fight. We offer: a 5th-8th grade in person group, an in-person group for high school age teens, a Telehealth group for high schoolers who feel more comfortable at home, and an LGBTQ in-person group. Please out website for more information!
Midlife Refocusing guides a person towards the art of embracing a "new" meaningful goal for one's life. Midlife is often the point when a person takes control of their story. Early in our lives, we live according to what has been given to us by our society and family. That meaning of life became the story you have been supporting for the first half of your life. When an adult takes control of their life's story, they get to re-address the purpose/meaning of their life. This is the beginning of the inner journey!
Hosted by MidLife Refocus-Behavioral change programs
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chantilly, VA 20151
Midlife Refocusing guides a person towards the art of embracing a "new" meaningful goal for one's life. Midlife is often the point when a person takes control of their story. Early in our lives, we live according to what has been given to us by our society and family. That meaning of life became the story you have been supporting for the first half of your life. When an adult takes control of their life's story, they get to re-address the purpose/meaning of their life. This is the beginning of the inner journey!
Using art materials, clients will be able to navigate and process feelings regarding relationships. Through the group process, young people will have the opportunity to practice skills learned in a supportive and emotionally safe environment. Through directives, children will be challenged with creating and maintaining positive relationships.
Hosted by The Resilience Network LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Group meets in Ashburn, VA 20147
Using art materials, clients will be able to navigate and process feelings regarding relationships. Through the group process, young people will have the opportunity to practice skills learned in a supportive and emotionally safe environment. Through directives, children will be challenged with creating and maintaining positive relationships.
This unique group combines mindfulness meditation practices with group therapy for powerful personal growth. Join us on Wednesdays (weekly) from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | $95 per session | Group Size: 5-6 people. (no former meditation experience required).
Hosted by Cabush, Paul and Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
This unique group combines mindfulness meditation practices with group therapy for powerful personal growth. Join us on Wednesdays (weekly) from 7:00 - 8:00 p.m. | $95 per session | Group Size: 5-6 people. (no former meditation experience required).
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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.