Peer Relationships Support Groups in Richmond, VA

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.
Photo of Sarah Pittman, Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Hosted by Sarah Pittman
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23226
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.
(804) 597-9110 View (804) 597-9110
This group is for you if you've ever... -Felt like you are too “late in life” coming out - Encountered rejection, suspicion, or biphobia from the queer community - Experienced religious, family, or relational pressure to “perform heterosexuality” - Felt like you don’t fit neatly into existing definitions of queerness. We will provide a safe and supportive connection opportunity for folks who feel on the edges of queer spaces or have felt rejected by the community for not being queer enough or being perceived as “sexual tourists”. Virtual Wednesdays, in person Thursdays in Richmond,
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Hosted by Leah Cunningham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23230
This group is for you if you've ever... -Felt like you are too “late in life” coming out - Encountered rejection, suspicion, or biphobia from the queer community - Experienced religious, family, or relational pressure to “perform heterosexuality” - Felt like you don’t fit neatly into existing definitions of queerness. We will provide a safe and supportive connection opportunity for folks who feel on the edges of queer spaces or have felt rejected by the community for not being queer enough or being perceived as “sexual tourists”. Virtual Wednesdays, in person Thursdays in Richmond,
(973) 433-5611 View (973) 433-5611
An 8-week virtual support group designed for women of color who are seeking connection, healing, and empowerment. Sessions are 60 minutes each week and blend psychoeducation, reflection, somatic grounding, and group discussion. Guided by a trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapist, Roots & Rising helps participants explore identity, boundaries, generational patterns, and self-compassion in a supportive community of women who truly understand.
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Hosted by Saffron Integrative Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLC
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23229
An 8-week virtual support group designed for women of color who are seeking connection, healing, and empowerment. Sessions are 60 minutes each week and blend psychoeducation, reflection, somatic grounding, and group discussion. Guided by a trauma-informed, culturally responsive therapist, Roots & Rising helps participants explore identity, boundaries, generational patterns, and self-compassion in a supportive community of women who truly understand.
(804) 207-4650 View (804) 207-4650
Roots & Rising: Group Therapy for Multicultural Women is an 8-week virtual support group created for women who are ready to prioritize their emotional wellness in a safe and affirming space. Together, we explore the unique challenges multicultural women face, such as setting boundaries without guilt, managing burnout, finding belonging, and breaking free from survival patterns.
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Hosted by Inaara Mohammed
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23229
Roots & Rising: Group Therapy for Multicultural Women is an 8-week virtual support group created for women who are ready to prioritize their emotional wellness in a safe and affirming space. Together, we explore the unique challenges multicultural women face, such as setting boundaries without guilt, managing burnout, finding belonging, and breaking free from survival patterns.
(804) 552-5047 View (804) 552-5047
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.
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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.
(804) 334-0005 View (804) 334-0005
I am currently collecting names of those interested in the next group which will begin this February, exact day and time TBD. This is a process therapy group that is aimed at helping members to improve self-understanding and navigate relationships with others, using interpersonal therapy and mindfulness. Most find that group therapy can be a powerful tool to gain insight and make significant strides both intra-personally and interpersonally in a relatively short time. We’ll also have experiential field trips to facilitate embodiment in nature. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or interest!
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Hosted by Bridget Dunnavant
Psychologist, PhD, LCP
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23229
I am currently collecting names of those interested in the next group which will begin this February, exact day and time TBD. This is a process therapy group that is aimed at helping members to improve self-understanding and navigate relationships with others, using interpersonal therapy and mindfulness. Most find that group therapy can be a powerful tool to gain insight and make significant strides both intra-personally and interpersonally in a relatively short time. We’ll also have experiential field trips to facilitate embodiment in nature. Feel free to reach out if you have questions or interest!
(804) 793-8685 View (804) 793-8685
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
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Hosted by Sarah Dihmes
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Group meets in Richmond, VA 23226
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
(424) 622-3155 View (424) 622-3155
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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Hosted by Centering Elements
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, 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
(804) 352-2136 View (804) 352-2136

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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.
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Hosted by Alexis Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Petersburg, VA 23803
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.
(804) 251-2791 View (804) 251-2791
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.
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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.
(804) 409-2877 View (804) 409-2877
Friendship Club is a 12-week evidence-based social skills intervention for children ages 6-10 years old, 11-13 years old, and 14-17 years old. This virtual social group will help children and teens gain the skills necessary to make and/or keep friends. During each session, your child will learn and practice a new skill while interacting with other group members. Topics include conversational skills, “slipping in” and making friends, respect and boundaries, being a good sport, positive statements, avoiding bullying teasing and fighting, etc.
Photo of Katy Webb, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Hosted by Katy Webb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Mechanicsville, VA 23111
Friendship Club is a 12-week evidence-based social skills intervention for children ages 6-10 years old, 11-13 years old, and 14-17 years old. This virtual social group will help children and teens gain the skills necessary to make and/or keep friends. During each session, your child will learn and practice a new skill while interacting with other group members. Topics include conversational skills, “slipping in” and making friends, respect and boundaries, being a good sport, positive statements, avoiding bullying teasing and fighting, etc.
(804) 298-7806 View (804) 298-7806
Virtual Support Group for any and all single parents--come to a safe space to vent, share, discuss, support one another in the challenging role of being a single parent. Meets every other Wednesday for 8 sessions. If interested, please email: thrive@sarahobrienlcsw.com.
Photo of Sarah O'Brien - Thrive & Shine Counseling, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, CCATP, CTMH
Hosted by Thrive & Shine Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCSW-C, CCATP, CTMH
Group meets in Ashland, VA 23005
Virtual Support Group for any and all single parents--come to a safe space to vent, share, discuss, support one another in the challenging role of being a single parent. Meets every other Wednesday for 8 sessions. If interested, please email: thrive@sarahobrienlcsw.com.
(434) 483-5638 View (434) 483-5638
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<<<<
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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<<<<
(804) 375-4350 View (804) 375-4350
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.
Photo of Ariel Ham, Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, CSOTP, CATP, CCTP
Hosted by Ariel Ham
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, CSOTP, CATP, CCTP
Group meets in Glen Allen, VA 23060
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.
(804) 269-8363 View (804) 269-8363
This group supports young adults navigating the transition into independence, college or early career stress, changing relationships, and managing emotions more effectively. Using DBT-informed skills, members learn tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. The group offers a supportive, structured space to build coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and feel more confident managing real-world challenges alongside peers.
Photo of Ariel Ham, Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, CSOTP, CATP, CCTP
Hosted by Ariel Ham
Psychologist, PsyD, LCP, CSOTP, CATP, CCTP
Group meets in Glen Allen, VA 23060
This group supports young adults navigating the transition into independence, college or early career stress, changing relationships, and managing emotions more effectively. Using DBT-informed skills, members learn tools for emotion regulation, distress tolerance, mindfulness, and interpersonal effectiveness. The group offers a supportive, structured space to build coping skills, strengthen self-understanding, and feel more confident managing real-world challenges alongside peers.
(804) 269-8363 View (804) 269-8363

Online Groups

A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
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Hosted by Brigitte Sandoval
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Group meets in Arlington, VA 22209
A weekly, 90-minute therapy group (college-age and adult groups) to support those who experience body dissatisfaction and want to process the issues underlying their body distress. The group is led from a weight-inclusive perspective to help you heal your relationship with your body to live a more embodied life. Discussion topics include media and cultural norms, shame, self-compassion, mindfulness, diet culture, boundaries, and more. This therapy group is offered in-person (Arlington, VA) and virtually (VA & MD). We take Aetna, CareFirst BCBS and Optum/UHC, VA Medicaid or offer sliding scale (full rate - $75/session).
(571) 493-3691 View (571) 493-3691
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.
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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.
(703) 215-9753 View (703) 215-9753
This virtual group will use the Kids on Bikes game system to explore parts of self and experience, process anxiety, appropriate risk taking, decision making, and connect meaningfully with peers. Table Top Role Play Games (TTRPGs) such as Kids on Bikes can allow a fun and engaging perspective to social emotional learning. Begins June 8 for 8 weeks and is available to teens in Texas, Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, and Virginia. There are sliding scale spots available.
Photo of Jessica Coleman - Creekside Therapeutics, Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT
Hosted by Creekside Therapeutics
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RYT
Group meets in Lynchburg, VA 24504
This virtual group will use the Kids on Bikes game system to explore parts of self and experience, process anxiety, appropriate risk taking, decision making, and connect meaningfully with peers. Table Top Role Play Games (TTRPGs) such as Kids on Bikes can allow a fun and engaging perspective to social emotional learning. Begins June 8 for 8 weeks and is available to teens in Texas, Wisconsin, Iowa, Colorado, and Virginia. There are sliding scale spots available.
(434) 686-6693 View (434) 686-6693
Social skills group designed to support children with in developing patience, cooperation, and self-confidence. Led by Victoria Prisco, Special Education Teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor, this group offers a unique approach through engaging sessions held on a private Minecraft Realm alongside Google Meets. Children will work on emotional regulation, turn-taking, and collaborative play within a safe and interactive online environment. Sessions are held every Tuesday at 4:30 pm ET. In-network with United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, UHC EAP. Reach out for an insurance quote or for more information.
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Hosted by Victoria Prisco Minecraft
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCAT, LPC, MSEd
Group meets in McLean, VA 22102
Social skills group designed to support children with in developing patience, cooperation, and self-confidence. Led by Victoria Prisco, Special Education Teacher and Licensed Professional Counselor, this group offers a unique approach through engaging sessions held on a private Minecraft Realm alongside Google Meets. Children will work on emotional regulation, turn-taking, and collaborative play within a safe and interactive online environment. Sessions are held every Tuesday at 4:30 pm ET. In-network with United Healthcare, Cigna, Aetna, UHC EAP. Reach out for an insurance quote or for more information.
(754) 239-3487 View (754) 239-3487
Are you looking to explore internal work and the healing opportunities it affords—within a community of fellow travelers who offer reflection, resonance, and a supportive container for your growth? This is an opportunity to know yourself more deeply, to know others with compassion, and to be known in ways that foster healing and connection.
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Hosted by Stuart Moore, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in Fairfax, VA 22030
Are you looking to explore internal work and the healing opportunities it affords—within a community of fellow travelers who offer reflection, resonance, and a supportive container for your growth? This is an opportunity to know yourself more deeply, to know others with compassion, and to be known in ways that foster healing and connection.
(703) 634-4669 View (703) 634-4669

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