Dr. Pittman leads the DBT Skills Training groups at Richmond Family Psychology. During Winter/Spring 2026, two skills groups are offered and run parallel to each other: DBT Skills Training for Teens, and DBT Skills Training for Parents/Caregivers. Groups run on Thursdays from February 5 - April 30, 2026. It is recommended, but not required, that both parents and teens sign up for their respective group. Group members will learn and practice the skills during group sessions and complete skills practice in between sessions. Handouts and worksheets will be provided.
Dr. Pittman leads the DBT Skills Training groups at Richmond Family Psychology. During Winter/Spring 2026, two skills groups are offered and run parallel to each other: DBT Skills Training for Teens, and DBT Skills Training for Parents/Caregivers. Groups run on Thursdays from February 5 - April 30, 2026. It is recommended, but not required, that both parents and teens sign up for their respective group. Group members will learn and practice the skills during group sessions and complete skills practice in between sessions. Handouts and worksheets will be provided.
An Executive Functioning Skills Group for children ages 8-12. Sundays in February (4 sessions) 1:15 - 2:30 pm. Held at the Westwood Group - 5821 Staples Mill Road. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/LUqKzHjg3gdeXtjo6
An Executive Functioning Skills Group for children ages 8-12. Sundays in February (4 sessions) 1:15 - 2:30 pm. Held at the Westwood Group - 5821 Staples Mill Road. Sign up here: https://forms.gle/LUqKzHjg3gdeXtjo6
Offered through virtual services the anxiety coping skills group is designed specifically for teens aged 13-15, who are dealing with a range of anxiety disorders. The group aims to provide them with skills to effectively manage the symptoms of anxiety by increasing resiliency, focusing on personal strengths, and improving social/ communication skills. This group empowers teens to reduce or eliminate destructive anxiety and its accompanying symptoms. The objectives of this therapy group include enhancing the clients understanding of anxiety, how it shapes our thinking and ways to counteract its influence.
Hosted by Virginia Counseling Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23235
Offered through virtual services the anxiety coping skills group is designed specifically for teens aged 13-15, who are dealing with a range of anxiety disorders. The group aims to provide them with skills to effectively manage the symptoms of anxiety by increasing resiliency, focusing on personal strengths, and improving social/ communication skills. This group empowers teens to reduce or eliminate destructive anxiety and its accompanying symptoms. The objectives of this therapy group include enhancing the clients understanding of anxiety, how it shapes our thinking and ways to counteract its influence.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) addresses & treats extreme emotional intensity. It is a combination between traditional cognitive behavioral therapy & eastern philosophy. That eastern philosophy is meditation, self-acceptance, and walking the middle path. It is blended with cognitive behavior therapy concepts, such as looking at how one’s thinking impacts their emotional experience & their environment. It helps adolescents learn how to find balance between acceptance & maintaining a strong commitment to change. The group provides a platform for teens to learn & practice skills for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, walking the middle path, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module is 6 weeks.
Hosted by Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23235
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) addresses & treats extreme emotional intensity. It is a combination between traditional cognitive behavioral therapy & eastern philosophy. That eastern philosophy is meditation, self-acceptance, and walking the middle path. It is blended with cognitive behavior therapy concepts, such as looking at how one’s thinking impacts their emotional experience & their environment. It helps adolescents learn how to find balance between acceptance & maintaining a strong commitment to change. The group provides a platform for teens to learn & practice skills for mindfulness, emotion regulation, distress tolerance, walking the middle path, and interpersonal effectiveness. Each module is 6 weeks.
Teens today are living through a uniquely challenging period in their lives. You are expected to figure out life, plan a future, and manage a social life, all while navigating the wild seas of adolescence. Phew, that’s a lot! But guess what? You don’t have to do it alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, or just need to talk so you do not feel alone in your experience; we're here. Our practice is dedicated to helping teenagers navigate the path to adulthood with resilience and confidence. Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Self-Esteem, & Relationships
I work with adults and teens dealing with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, relationships, or work challenges.
Teens today are living through a uniquely challenging period in their lives. You are expected to figure out life, plan a future, and manage a social life, all while navigating the wild seas of adolescence. Phew, that’s a lot! But guess what? You don’t have to do it alone. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, stress, self-esteem, or just need to talk so you do not feel alone in your experience; we're here. Our practice is dedicated to helping teenagers navigate the path to adulthood with resilience and confidence. Emotional Regulation, Distress Tolerance, Self-Esteem, & Relationships
The youth groups will address strategies to cope with academics, self-esteem, anger issues, depression, anxiety & peer relations. A Parenting and Family Matters group is also available. Please text WORLD to (804)334-0005 and receive more information.
Hosted by Dr. Deidre Whittle
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, RPT-S, LMHP, PLC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23230
The youth groups will address strategies to cope with academics, self-esteem, anger issues, depression, anxiety & peer relations. A Parenting and Family Matters group is also available. Please text WORLD to (804)334-0005 and receive more information.
Our Creative Expression Group will focus on challenging negative thoughts, fostering identity exploration, improving self-esteem, and building resilience through the use of art therapy. The group is for adolescents ages 13-17.
Hosted by Lighthouse Behavioral Health Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23235
Our Creative Expression Group will focus on challenging negative thoughts, fostering identity exploration, improving self-esteem, and building resilience through the use of art therapy. The group is for adolescents ages 13-17.
Increasing self-esteem through music, body awareness, mindfulness, and emotion regulation techniques will all be used for healing. Focusing on family concerns, peer relationships, dating, school, self-esteem, and body image. This will be psycho-educational therapeutic setting divided by gender and age groups. Groups are facilitated by supervised masters' level clinicians as interest allows. Insurance and self-pay are accepted. Please contact for specifics 804-322-7188
Hosted by Centering Elements
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPCC, ACS, RPT-S
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23236
Increasing self-esteem through music, body awareness, mindfulness, and emotion regulation techniques will all be used for healing. Focusing on family concerns, peer relationships, dating, school, self-esteem, and body image. This will be psycho-educational therapeutic setting divided by gender and age groups. Groups are facilitated by supervised masters' level clinicians as interest allows. Insurance and self-pay are accepted. Please contact for specifics 804-322-7188
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We’re not just mentoring—we’re transforming lives. Our program goes beyond check-ins, offering whole-person, whole-family support for youth to feel seen, supported, and powerful in their truth. From 1:1 sessions to group circles, community outings, and parent coaching—we create spaces for youth to thrive, not just survive. What sets us apart? Clinical support with heart. Safe spaces where youth lead, grow, and belong. A community that uplifts the entire family. We’re not here to fix kids—we’re here to build them up.
We’re not just mentoring—we’re transforming lives. Our program goes beyond check-ins, offering whole-person, whole-family support for youth to feel seen, supported, and powerful in their truth. From 1:1 sessions to group circles, community outings, and parent coaching—we create spaces for youth to thrive, not just survive. What sets us apart? Clinical support with heart. Safe spaces where youth lead, grow, and belong. A community that uplifts the entire family. We’re not here to fix kids—we’re here to build them up.
A small group for Teens and Adults that focus on changing unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, behaviors, improve emotional regulation, and create a suite of coping strategies to solve problematic issues.
Hosted by Center of Hope, Wholeness & Recovery, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, CPC
Group meets in North Chesterfield, VA 23235
A small group for Teens and Adults that focus on changing unhealthy thoughts, beliefs, attitudes, behaviors, improve emotional regulation, and create a suite of coping strategies to solve problematic issues.
Monthly groups for teen girls who experience anxiety, depression, peer relationship issues, communication issues, identity concerns, and child/parent conflicts. Please call or email for more details. >>> Monthly group held last Saturday of each month<<<<
Hosted by Take Time for You, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, CRC, LPC
Group meets in North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Monthly groups for teen girls who experience anxiety, depression, peer relationship issues, communication issues, identity concerns, and child/parent conflicts. Please call or email for more details. >>> Monthly group held last Saturday of each month<<<<
Restore Counseling Services, RVA is a group practice with therapists who see adults, teens and children. We specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, Autism, PTSD and other mental health disorders. We also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. Our therapists offer Evidenced-Based therapies and Christian Counseling using biblical values.
Hosted by Restore Counseling Services, RVA
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Group meets in Midlothian, VA 23112
Restore Counseling Services, RVA is a group practice with therapists who see adults, teens and children. We specialize in depression, anxiety, OCD, Autism, PTSD and other mental health disorders. We also offer Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy. Our therapists offer Evidenced-Based therapies and Christian Counseling using biblical values.
A 10-week group for LGBTQIA+ identifying teens (ages 12-17) to get support from peers and a therapist. Enjoy community and learn about coping skills, self love, and peer relationships! Sundays from 11:00am-12:00pm starting November 30, 2025. Space is limited. Registration is required. Self-pay $40 per group session.
Hosted by Kaitlyn Cline
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW
Group meets in North Chesterfield, VA 23236
A 10-week group for LGBTQIA+ identifying teens (ages 12-17) to get support from peers and a therapist. Enjoy community and learn about coping skills, self love, and peer relationships! Sundays from 11:00am-12:00pm starting November 30, 2025. Space is limited. Registration is required. Self-pay $40 per group session.
This group is designed for teens who struggle with big emotions, anxiety, mood changes, impulsivity, or difficulty coping with stress and relationships. Using DBT-informed skills, teens learn practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and effective communication. The group provides a supportive, structured space where teens can build skills, feel less alone, and gain confidence navigating everyday challenges alongside peers.
This group is designed for teens who struggle with big emotions, anxiety, mood changes, impulsivity, or difficulty coping with stress and relationships. Using DBT-informed skills, teens learn practical tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and effective communication. The group provides a supportive, structured space where teens can build skills, feel less alone, and gain confidence navigating everyday challenges alongside peers.
Help adolescents & teenagers understand their feelings of grief &/or loss, recognize the signs & stages of it, and know its ok to embrace it.
Hosted by Center of Hope, Wholeness & Recovery, LLC
Pastoral Counselor, PhD, CPC
Group meets in North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Help adolescents & teenagers understand their feelings of grief &/or loss, recognize the signs & stages of it, and know its ok to embrace it.
Build & Balance is an online therapeutic skills group for teens ages 14–18 navigating anxiety, depression, mood changes, or social stress. This therapist-led group uses Minecraft Education as a structured tool to help participants practice coping skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and communication in real time. Sessions combine guided gameplay with reflection and discussion, making it a supportive option for teens who may find traditional talk therapy challenging. The group is strengths-based, neurodivergent-affirming, and focused on building skills teens can use in everyday life.
Build & Balance is an online therapeutic skills group for teens ages 14–18 navigating anxiety, depression, mood changes, or social stress. This therapist-led group uses Minecraft Education as a structured tool to help participants practice coping skills, emotional regulation, problem-solving, and communication in real time. Sessions combine guided gameplay with reflection and discussion, making it a supportive option for teens who may find traditional talk therapy challenging. The group is strengths-based, neurodivergent-affirming, and focused on building skills teens can use in everyday life.
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We are a group of open-minded, compassionate advocates who seek to empower our youth, our families, and individuals in the community to reach their highest potential. We enjoy using creative art expressive therapy to invoke more growth and understanding with our youngest clients and using cognitive behavioral approaches to connect the mind and body with our adult clients.
For the children/ teens I work with, I seek to help the entire family, but they are my priority so I spend each minute making it count.
We are a group of open-minded, compassionate advocates who seek to empower our youth, our families, and individuals in the community to reach their highest potential. We enjoy using creative art expressive therapy to invoke more growth and understanding with our youngest clients and using cognitive behavioral approaches to connect the mind and body with our adult clients.
A supportive space for teens navigating anxiety and building stronger social skills. Build confidence: Develop self-esteem in safe space. Make Connections: Practice Social skills and form friendships. Manage Anxiety: Learn helpful tools to feel more in control. Support & Grow: Encouragement from peers and a caring facilitator. Let's work together toward a summer of growth and connection.
For youth and families, I bring in Play Therapy and Parent-Child techniques.
A supportive space for teens navigating anxiety and building stronger social skills. Build confidence: Develop self-esteem in safe space. Make Connections: Practice Social skills and form friendships. Manage Anxiety: Learn helpful tools to feel more in control. Support & Grow: Encouragement from peers and a caring facilitator. Let's work together toward a summer of growth and connection.
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
Our teen body image therapy group is a weekly group to help high-school teens navigate disordered eating recovery, body acceptance and identity development, alongside a community of their peers. Led from a Health at Every Size(R) perspective, this group's goal is to help teens stop fighting their bodies, gain freedom with food and movement, and feel at home in their own skin. This group is offered virtually (VA & MD) and in-person in Arlington, VA (ages 14 - 18). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS, Optum/UHC, and VA Medicaid, and offer sliding scale (full rate is $75/session).
The group is energetic, educational, and targets all 4 modules in DBT and will leave clients with a comprehensive binder of all of the skills learned throughout the group. This group will be offered in-person at the Gainesville location, Reston location, and virtually in VA/MD, and will spend 6 weeks per module and have 1 bi-week prior to starting a new module. Pending the group size, the group could accept new group members at the start of the new module, but this group will max out at 6 members. Parent training runs ever 6 weeks.
Hosted by Clarity Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, CEDS-C
Group meets in Reston, VA 20190
The group is energetic, educational, and targets all 4 modules in DBT and will leave clients with a comprehensive binder of all of the skills learned throughout the group. This group will be offered in-person at the Gainesville location, Reston location, and virtually in VA/MD, and will spend 6 weeks per module and have 1 bi-week prior to starting a new module. Pending the group size, the group could accept new group members at the start of the new module, but this group will max out at 6 members. Parent training runs ever 6 weeks.
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Teen Support Groups
Therapy support groups for teens in Richmond, VA provide support during the transitional period where teens can bring up issues of independence and self-identity in a supportive environment.
Group therapy brings adolescents together who struggle with similar issues. It creates a safe space for teens to connect and support one another, while learning beneficial skills from an experienced therapist who serves as the group leader. Group therapy is an option that teens should consider as a powerful therapy alternative.