Anger Management training is being used today by families, for work related issues, as well as court ordered as a preliminary alternative to jail. It is very effective, as it addresses core behavioral issues. Cognition, perception, and behavioral factors are evaluated. NOTE: EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST MEET WITH FACILITATOR PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. TRAINING IS DONE IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH (SEPARATELY). PLEASE CALL 540-246-8155 TO SET UP YOUR SCREENING PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. Once weekly training.
Hosted by Mental Wellness Now, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, CAMF, CMHCS
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Anger Management training is being used today by families, for work related issues, as well as court ordered as a preliminary alternative to jail. It is very effective, as it addresses core behavioral issues. Cognition, perception, and behavioral factors are evaluated. NOTE: EACH INDIVIDUAL MUST MEET WITH FACILITATOR PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. TRAINING IS DONE IN SPANISH AND ENGLISH (SEPARATELY). PLEASE CALL 540-246-8155 TO SET UP YOUR SCREENING PRIOR TO JOINING THE GROUP. Once weekly training.
Group counseling has demonstrated to be an effective tool to help support clients with a history of physical, emotional, psychological, and sexual maltreatment. The THRIVERS Group at Aurora aims to create a compassionate setting to safely engage with others who share similar experiences. This group endeavors to provide you and others with the social support needed to help transform feelings of shame, distress, and isolation into feelings of empowerment, strength, and resilience. Groups are being created for teens, college students, and adults, which will meet once a week for one hour and 15 minutes.
Hosted by Laura Anne Copley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CTS
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Group counseling has demonstrated to be an effective tool to help support clients with a history of physical, emotional, psychological, and sexual maltreatment. The THRIVERS Group at Aurora aims to create a compassionate setting to safely engage with others who share similar experiences. This group endeavors to provide you and others with the social support needed to help transform feelings of shame, distress, and isolation into feelings of empowerment, strength, and resilience. Groups are being created for teens, college students, and adults, which will meet once a week for one hour and 15 minutes.
The Relational Space group will foster an environment where you can connect in meaningful ways and gain exposure to new perspectives with yourself and others. This group is for you if you are looking to improve your relationship with others, Maybe you feel lonely or lacking connections with those you're close love ones. You may be successful in professional settings and yet feel dissatisfied in relationships. Group will be twelve weeks long starting on September 10th. VIRTUAL GROUP. Group size is limited to 6 people. All individuals over age of 20 are welcomed.
The Relational Space group will foster an environment where you can connect in meaningful ways and gain exposure to new perspectives with yourself and others. This group is for you if you are looking to improve your relationship with others, Maybe you feel lonely or lacking connections with those you're close love ones. You may be successful in professional settings and yet feel dissatisfied in relationships. Group will be twelve weeks long starting on September 10th. VIRTUAL GROUP. Group size is limited to 6 people. All individuals over age of 20 are welcomed.
This group is for individuals with a chronic illness seeking support and tools to assist with increasing connection, meaning, and quality of life. It is a safe space to explore your experience with chronic illness and connect with others on the same journey. $20.00 per session
I am a current Resident in Counseling with experience working with adults with severe mental illness, a dual diagnosis, addictions, and those needing crisis stabilization.
This group is for individuals with a chronic illness seeking support and tools to assist with increasing connection, meaning, and quality of life. It is a safe space to explore your experience with chronic illness and connect with others on the same journey. $20.00 per session
Beginning August 1st 2022, Mental Wellness Now, LLC will be offering GROUP THERAPY. We provide a comfortable environment. Limited space; reserve your by call Nancy at 540-246-8155.
A partir de Agust5 1o 2022, en Mental Wellness Now, LLC ofrecera TERAPIA en GRUPO. Proveemos un ambiente comodo. Espacio es limitado; reserva el tuyo llamando a Nancy al 540-246-8155.
Hosted by Mental Wellness Now, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, CAMF, CMHCS
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Beginning August 1st 2022, Mental Wellness Now, LLC will be offering GROUP THERAPY. We provide a comfortable environment. Limited space; reserve your by call Nancy at 540-246-8155.
A partir de Agust5 1o 2022, en Mental Wellness Now, LLC ofrecera TERAPIA en GRUPO. Proveemos un ambiente comodo. Espacio es limitado; reserva el tuyo llamando a Nancy al 540-246-8155.
This group is for individuals with chronic health issues wanting to increase their quality of life. It is a safe space to explore the losses of chronic illness and yoga practices that can help. The group is a committed, closed five week series beginning Friday August 21st and continuing each Friday through Friday September 18th.
I am a current Resident in Counseling with experience working with adults with severe mental illness, a dual diagnosis, addictions, and those needing crisis stabilization.
This group is for individuals with chronic health issues wanting to increase their quality of life. It is a safe space to explore the losses of chronic illness and yoga practices that can help. The group is a committed, closed five week series beginning Friday August 21st and continuing each Friday through Friday September 18th.
For parents of disabled and/or neurodiverse children of all ages to connect and grow healthy relationships. Respite provided for your loved one for an additional fee.
For parents of disabled and/or neurodiverse children of all ages to connect and grow healthy relationships. Respite provided for your loved one for an additional fee.
Separate groups for men and women wishing to learn non-violent alternatives to conflict.
Hosted by Judith Weaver
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Group meets in Harrisonburg, VA 22801
Separate groups for men and women wishing to learn non-violent alternatives to conflict.
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A weekly, virtual group for transgender and gender-diverse adults. This group will provide a place for members to meet, get support from a therapist, and get support from each other. Content may include social transition, medical transition, navigating family and social considerations, and celebrating the positives. Scheduling TBD. Reach out to express interest and get on the waitlist.
A weekly, virtual group for transgender and gender-diverse adults. This group will provide a place for members to meet, get support from a therapist, and get support from each other. Content may include social transition, medical transition, navigating family and social considerations, and celebrating the positives. Scheduling TBD. Reach out to express interest and get on the waitlist.
Group education for clients who are struggling with substance abuse/ use. Currently the group meets once per week on Tuesday evenings for 20 weeks. The cost per group session is $20.
Hosted by Mary Powell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT, LSATP, SAP
Group meets in Waynesboro, VA 22980
Group education for clients who are struggling with substance abuse/ use. Currently the group meets once per week on Tuesday evenings for 20 weeks. The cost per group session is $20.
Growing up in a dysfunctional family can shape how you view yourself, navigate relationships, and respond to conflict long after childhood ends. This eight-week closed group helps adults understand the family roles, beliefs, and survival patterns they learned and how those patterns continue to affect their lives today. We will explore people-pleasing, guilt, perfectionism, attachment, unmet emotional needs, boundaries, and communication. You will also learn practical ways to manage emotional triggers, communicate your needs, set healthy boundaries, and navigate current family relationships. Email Transcendiahealingservices@gmail.com to inquire about this group.
Hosted by Ashley Hallman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADS, CCTP-II
Group meets in Staunton, VA 24401
Growing up in a dysfunctional family can shape how you view yourself, navigate relationships, and respond to conflict long after childhood ends. This eight-week closed group helps adults understand the family roles, beliefs, and survival patterns they learned and how those patterns continue to affect their lives today. We will explore people-pleasing, guilt, perfectionism, attachment, unmet emotional needs, boundaries, and communication. You will also learn practical ways to manage emotional triggers, communicate your needs, set healthy boundaries, and navigate current family relationships. Email Transcendiahealingservices@gmail.com to inquire about this group.
TREW (Trauma Recovery Empowerment for Women) is an 8-week closed therapy group for women who are ready to understand themselves a little better, work through the impact trauma has had on their lives, and heal in the company of other women doing the same work. Email to inquire.
Hosted by Ashley Hallman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ADS, CCTP-II
Group meets in Staunton, VA 24401
TREW (Trauma Recovery Empowerment for Women) is an 8-week closed therapy group for women who are ready to understand themselves a little better, work through the impact trauma has had on their lives, and heal in the company of other women doing the same work. Email to inquire.
This group will consist of planned readings from therapeutic books and biweekly group discussions held online for convenience of access and led by a licensed therapist. Visit www.stauntonwellness.com/interest-form to sign up
This group will consist of planned readings from therapeutic books and biweekly group discussions held online for convenience of access and led by a licensed therapist. Visit www.stauntonwellness.com/interest-form to sign up
You will learn the value of your dreams and how to look at them for feedback from group. Dreams will help with inner child work, shadow, inner opposite. You will learn how to record your dreams, journal the dream and interpret the dream, a gift from unconscious. Outreach for upcoming dates.
Hosted by Rose Marie Longworth (Whetzel)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, CMP
Group meets in Bridgewater, VA 22812
I have 25 years experience helping adults with life transitions.
You will learn the value of your dreams and how to look at them for feedback from group. Dreams will help with inner child work, shadow, inner opposite. You will learn how to record your dreams, journal the dream and interpret the dream, a gift from unconscious. Outreach for upcoming dates.
Online Groups
Do you have unresolved trauma from your past? Want to learn a unique way to work on trauma reduction in a group setting? Psychodrama is a fantastic way to face unresolved trauma and grief. Groups are a proven medium for universality and support. Participants will therapeutically "act" out their trauma. Contact us today to reserve your space. Groups are limited to 6 participants. Insurances accepted w/ copay
Hosted by Kenni Walker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, MBA
Group meets in Manassas Park, VA 20111
Do you have unresolved trauma from your past? Want to learn a unique way to work on trauma reduction in a group setting? Psychodrama is a fantastic way to face unresolved trauma and grief. Groups are a proven medium for universality and support. Participants will therapeutically "act" out their trauma. Contact us today to reserve your space. Groups are limited to 6 participants. Insurances accepted w/ copay
Ever feel "stuck" in a situation or in your thoughts? Do you question how to move in a direction? This group is based on Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and 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!
I help adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, parenting issues, and trauma.
Ever feel "stuck" in a situation or in your thoughts? Do you question how to move in a direction? This group is based on Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and 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!
This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or are staying the course but need a community of other women who understand this experience.
This group is for women who have maybe lived in heterosexual circles or are married with kids who are questioning their sexuality, are ready to come out, are not ready but want to talk about it, religious or not, or are staying the course but need a community of other women who understand this experience.
A bi-weekly, in-person, drop-in process group for adults ages 18+. Given the challenges faced by our shared humanity, a greater connection to a conscious community and one's true self is more important than ever. Learn the foundations of IFS and be guided in working with the parts of yourself that are a challenge in daily life and relationships. $35 drop-in fee.
Hosted by Chelsea Muth
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Group meets in North Chesterfield, VA 23235
A bi-weekly, in-person, drop-in process group for adults ages 18+. Given the challenges faced by our shared humanity, a greater connection to a conscious community and one's true self is more important than ever. Learn the foundations of IFS and be guided in working with the parts of yourself that are a challenge in daily life and relationships. $35 drop-in fee.
Virtual Women’s Mindfulness Group Women often carry the emotional weight of others while neglecting their own well-being. This group offers a supportive space to slow down, reconnect, and build community through shared mindfulness practice. What to Expect: Live, guided sessions via secure video. Simple practices to reduce stress and restore balance. Optional readings and between-session tools. A structured, non-therapy environment. Real-life tools for work, relationships, and emotional resilience Grounded in Jon Kabat-Zinn’s MBSR approach, this group invites you to show up for yourself—and alongside others—in a meaningful, sustainable way. Join us.
Hosted by Elizabeth M Wilkins-McKee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Alexandria, VA 22304
Virtual Women’s Mindfulness Group Women often carry the emotional weight of others while neglecting their own well-being. This group offers a supportive space to slow down, reconnect, and build community through shared mindfulness practice. What to Expect: Live, guided sessions via secure video. Simple practices to reduce stress and restore balance. Optional readings and between-session tools. A structured, non-therapy environment. Real-life tools for work, relationships, and emotional resilience Grounded in Jon Kabat-Zinn’s MBSR approach, this group invites you to show up for yourself—and alongside others—in a meaningful, sustainable way. Join us.
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.
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Why should adults see a therapist?
Adults may benefit from therapy for a wide range of reasons—whether it’s managing symptoms of a diagnosed mental health condition like anxiety or depression, navigating life transitions, coping with grief or trauma, or simply seeking support during a challenging life period. Many adults find that therapy helps them build healthier coping skills and better process their emotions, which may lead to better relationships and reduced stress. It’s important to note that, unlike psychiatrists or primary care physicians, therapists do not prescribe psychiatric medication. However, they will often work alongside prescribing clinicians to ensure coordinated care and can provide behavioral therapy as an important addition to psychiatric medication. Mental health concerns can look different in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence, so finding a therapist with expertise working with adult clients is important. Conditions like major depressive disorder (MDD), generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), bipolar disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for instance, may present or resurface differently in adulthood than in childhood or adolescence. Adult-specific stressors, such as job strain, caregiving responsibilities, relationship challenges, financial stress, or identity transitions, can also influence the onset and type of symptoms an individual experiences. Adult-focused therapists, therefore, are trained to understand these complexities and tailor care accordingly.
How do I know if a therapist is the right fit for me?
When seeking care, it’s important to understand a therapist’s treatment specialties and their overall approach to treatment . Some therapists focus on common adult conditions like anxiety or depression, while others specialize in areas such as trauma, substance use disorders, or obsessive-compulsive disorder. It’s also important to consider a therapist’s training when seeking care. Therapists hold various licenses depending on their training and state requirements. Common therapy credentials include Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs), Licensed Mental Health Counselors (LMHCs), Licensed Professional Counselors (LPCs), and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists (LMFTs). Psychologists (PhD or PsyD) receive additional doctoral-level training and may focus on assessments or more specialized therapeutic approaches. All of these professionals can provide talk therapy but do not prescribe medication. When searching for a therapist, consider their credentials and training background to ensure a good fit.
How do I find a therapist who sees adults?
Psychology Today’s online directory allows you to search specifically for therapists who work with adults. Each provider profile includes key information such as clinical specialties, therapeutic approaches, licensure, accepted insurance plans, languages spoken, and session fees. Reviewing these details can help you determine whether a particular provider aligns with your needs and can indicate whether they are a good match for adult clients.