Support Groups in Calgary, AB
This is a 15-week open psycho-educational group intended to teach participants a variety of coping strategies in the areas of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness to assist them in emotional and behavioural management.
Hosted by Inspired Minds Wellness Centre
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2R
At Inspired Minds, we are focused on providing a multi-disciplinary approach to wellness. We have therapists trained in Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) and provide the full program. DBT has been shown to help with a variety of issues, including emotion dysregulation, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, substance abuse, etc. If you are struggling to manage your emotions, impulsivity, poor coping, or would like to learn more coping strategies, we can help. We also utilize Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) to treat trauma symptoms.
This group focuses on bringing together people who work in the field of mental health to create an opportunity to learn and grow both personally and professionally in a group therapy setting. Registration now open! Please contact me if you're interested in applying. Maximum group size 8.
Hosted by Ashleigh Mutcher
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2X
Are you on the hunt for a safe space to work through some difficult life circumstances? You have come to the right place. With over 20 years experience in the field of mental health, I am here to help you. I specialize in working with individuals, couples, families and groups with common concerns such as coping with stress, dealing with depression and anxiety, managing grief and improving overall health. Please reach out today so we can connect and get to know one another.
Living in Recovery is a client-driven group, developed and facilitated by a therapist with extensive personal and professional experience. Ideally suited for people in early recovery from addiction, this group provides the opportunity to build a support network while learning to apply and reinforce evidence-based, holistic recovery skills and strategies for successful, long-term sobriety and healing. Our groups are continuous intake, and our clinical recommendation of one year in duration (the gold standard for post-treatment, continuing care groups), However, in the spirit of remaining client-centered we offer a six-month option if preferred. Flexible payment plans are available.
Hosted by Shannon Lee Towson
BA, MC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2T
Accepting new clients...Have you reached your limit in pain/stress/worry? Are you growing more concerned about your relationship with alcohol and/or drugs? Or are you worried about the alcohol or drug use of someone you love and you aren't sure what you are 'supposed' to do or not do. Are you starting to realize that maybe you "don't got this", and that you need some help? Patterns of unhealthy or unhelpful behaviours developed over time CAN be changed; coping with trauma and anxiety IS possible. This can be a tough and confusing time, but reaching out for help indicates that you have hope...now it's time to build on that hope.
Hosted by Roche Herbst
Psychologist, BHons, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2V
Our Amazing Kids, Amazing Families groups fosters children's success while empowering parents and connecting them with other families. Amazing Kids is designed to promote children's social development. Topics include self-esteem, managing emotions, friendships, conversation, and more! Our curriculum includes essential components for long-lasting outcomes, including parental involvement and tools to generalize skills to the real world. At the same time, parents will learn how to support their child and family's well-being while connecting with other parents.
Hosted by Dr. Caroline Buzanko @ Koru Family Psychology
Psychologist, PhD, MC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3H
My focus is on helping parents raise happy, confident children. My specialized assessments will help you better understand exactly what your child's strengths are and what to do to overcome areas of difficulty. All interventions are collaborative in nature, where we will work together to help you l learn effective strategies to strengthen your child's resilience and skills to effectively manage life's challenges.
Living in Recovery is a voluntary 26 - or 52 - week in-person recovery skills group, in compliance with current AHS Covid- 19 protocols . Each group is 2 hours and 15 minutes , client -driven, and process oriented. Our focus is to foster healthy connections with others in the early stages of recovery . We aim to re-enforce foundational skills and knowledge learned in treatment through exploring recovery -based topics such as: daily challenges in early recovery, boundary setting, transitioning from 24/7 support and routines to home life, family, friends, work, and more . Additionally, we offer random urine drug testing using the 12 -panel test cups.
Hosted by Therapy Collective Inc
Counsellor, CCC, MPCC, PrPsych, RPC, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2T
Therapy Collective utilizes a multi-therapist approach to client care. What does this mean for you? Having the benefit of matching your presenting concerns with the therapist whose strengths and approach are best suited to your process. This might mean engaging with more than one of our therapists during your time to meet all of your therapeutic goals. Our therapists cover everything from processing complex trauma through Cognitive-HypnoTherapy and EMDR to providing anxiety-reducing techniques. Our team is trained across a variety of approaches and modalities to ensure you receive comprehensive care.
In a small group setting, we discuss anxiety and strategies to cope with it. We work together as a group to help one another. If you are interested in joining my group please send me an email or call.
Hosted by Sherri-Lynn Pearce
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2N
Anxiety, depression, self-harm and relationship problems can cause distress - just getting by day to day can be tough. We often struggle alone believing things will never get better. Family and friends urge us to get over it, stop talking about it! But, you need to talk. I care and I am here to help. Together we can find a solution and make the changes that will make a difference in your life. Together we will work towards making life less stressful, overwhelming and more enjoyable! If you can't come to me, I will come to you!
Sacred Expression Psychotherapy is excited to announce an upcoming processing group for Sexual Violence Survivors. This group is for female identified adults and will focus on maintaining and supporting stabilization, exploring and processing trauma impacts, and working towards integration of new insights. With the wisdom of the body and through the mediums of art and mindfulness, we are inviting people to deepen their relationship with themselves on their healing journeys. This is an opportunity to build community with like-hearted people. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation and inquiry into the group. Start Date: January 31, 2023
Hosted by Dana Delorme
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2X
Welcome and thank you for reading about my practice. Therapy is a journey walked with another who has expertise in guiding the collaborative, respectful and curious exploration of our difficulties, with a purpose and end-goal in sight. I am thankful to have gained experience working with a broad range of mental health difficulties. In addition to working with those who have experienced trauma and substance use issues, I also values working with those who are struggling to manage stress, overwhelming emotions, depression, loneliness, anxiety, grief, spiritual crisis and life transitions
- Expert Guidance: Our team of experienced postpartum professionals is committed to helping you navigate this new chapter with confidence. You’ll receive personalized advice tailored to your unique journey. - Meaningful Connections: You’re about to meet a group of amazing moms who are on the same path as you. Get ready to build lasting friendships and find support from women who truly understand what you’re going through. - Tools for Success: From body care and nutritional strategies to mental well-being tips, we’ll equip you with everything you need to thrive during the postpartum period.
Hosted by Penny Solinger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2Z
Mentally and emotionally you do not feel like yourself. Frequently you find yourself questioning or trying to understand the problem. You do not know why you cannot concentrate on your tasks at work or at home. You are having difficulty managing your emotions. Symptoms of heightened anxiety can surface when our mental health is declining. This can make socializing, work-related tasks, chores, and maintaining relationships with friends and family too overwhelming. You are feeling emotionally and physically exhausted. You are here for a reason. Allow me to support you as you deserve to be well and find yourself again.
A four week (1x/week) couples group aimed at understanding and reducing the things we do that are linked to divorce.. and building up the things we can do that are linked to healthy, happy, stable relationships. This group is based on the Gottman research and practice.
Hosted by Daniel McMillan
Psychologist, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3A
It can be difficult to go to counselling, particularly for the first time. Finding a therapist that you feel comfortable with is an important, and at times challenging, process. You likely want someone that can give you direction or tools, but also you connect with and feel supported by. I too feel this is important and strive to provide you with an experience that is both warm / caring AND competent/ knowledgeable. For many years I have worked with individual's and couple's concerns in this manner. I specialize in helping individuals or couples move forward, heal their pain, feel happier and find more peace.
Join a live, virtual 12 week class and learn a new DBT skill each week while in the comfort of your home. Our upcoming group is open to adults living in Alberta and Saskatchewan. It will run on Monday evenings from 6-8pm (MST), starting on September 9th, 2024. The goal of the group is for you to learn concrete and practical skills that you can immediately use in your everyday life. You will learn at least one skill every week in four areas: mindfulness, emotional regulation, distress tolerance and interpersonal effectiveness.
Hosted by Mabel Reimer
Registered Social Worker, RSW, MSW, BSc
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2R
Update: I am now able to see clients virtually from Saskatchewan (and Alberta). Many of my clients experience their emotions quickly, deeply and for long periods of time. It's not uncommon the situations which bring them to therapy, are actually attempts to solve emotional challenges. Many find relationships confusing and hard to navigate. Overall, my clients describe feeling like everyone else can handle their emotions, yet their experience is painful and problematic. The common goal is being able to better tolerate and manage their emotions/mental health, in order to live the life they want.
Everyone needs a variety of tools in their toolbox to navigate all the different situations that life can throw our way whether that be relationship difficulties, work challenges, or feeling like you’re stuck. Sometimes we need to accept the present moment; other times we need to figure out how to problem solve it; and sometimes it’s most effective to do both. This 12-week online skills training class will cover DBT Skills from all four modules of Marsha Linehan’s Dialectical Behaviour Therapy Skills Training Manual (2014): Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness.
Hosted by Sarah Knight
Psychologist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2G
Sometimes life can feel like a rollercoaster of emotions that are overwhelming and lead us to cope in ways that create difficulties. I have always been passionate about helping people navigate these difficulties to help them live a life that's worth living. I have over nine years of experience providing individual and group therapy to individuals with mild to severe mental health issues. I specialize in treating individuals who experience difficulties related to borderline personality disorder, PTSD/trauma, depression, anxiety, and addictions.
McAtee Psychology provides specialized therapy & assessment services to children & adolescents, couples, and adults. Our approach is based on our experiences as teachers, coaches, and clinicians. Our initial appointment includes an assessment of your presenting concerns/problems and your goals for therapy. In subsequent sessions, we create a warm and empathetic environment, which empowers you to embrace the need to change while also accepting difficult experiences, feelings, and thoughts. Therapy intervention may include skill-building, education, mentoring, goal-setting, mindfulness, CBT, DBT, EFT, and other interventions aimed at your unique needs as a client.
Hosted by Gavin McAtee
Psychologist, BA, BSc, MEd, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2Z
Are you seeking a knowledgeable, down-to-earth, strength-based therapist to provide assessment or counselling service? Are you uncertain or reluctant to start therapy but know you or your family want change and need professional help? My ideal clients are seeking a therapist who is collaborative, genuine, and nonjudgmental. My goal is to help you move towards creating a rich, full, and meaningful life. Together we will commit to developing a safe relationship where you can learn the skills you need to face and overcome difficult challenges, experiences, and emotions.
Dialectical behaviour therapy (DBT) is a treatment method that emphasizes building skills to manage stress, emotional response and regulation, mental health issues, and the psychological and social aspects of relationship building. This 12-week open psycho-educational group is intended to teach participants various coping strategies in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, assertiveness, and interpersonal effectiveness to assist them in emotional and behavioural management. Participants will learn to read their body like it's an emotional barometer, identify the moment's urges, triggers and effective ways to manage them, and ultimately identify and deconstruct triggers so they can better know themselves.
Hosted by Dr. Courtney Dookie
Psychologist, PsyD, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3A
I am a Registered clinical Psychologist providing care to individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, developmental trauma disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorder, borderline personality disorder, ADHD, and relationship and marital challenges; Dr. Dookie is here to support you in your healing journey. I am trained in cognitive behavioural therapy, Gottman couples therapy and educator; I am a certified ADHD professional. I have been trained in the following areas, CBT, motivational interviewing, dialectical behavioural therapy, solution focus therapy, and family therapy.
We offer a fresh and new innovative way for people to resolve their anger. Instead of anger management, we work with people so they no longer have to “manage” their anger, but instead, can resolve it. This practical 6-week anger resolution course is facilitated by Dr. Dustin Nau and Linda Belenczuk. What makes our course different? We do not teach breathing exercises, tell people to count to 10 slowly, or, to go to their zen place. No, we provide psychoeducation and proven therapeutic techniques to actually allow an individual to process their emotions rather than how to manage their anger.
Hosted by Encompass Counselling and Psychological services
Counsellor, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2E
Dr. Nau and Linda Belenzchuk provide customized, solution-focused treatment in a safe, confidential environment. We facilitate therapy utilizing a wide variety of treatment modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy, Hypnosis, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). We have worked with individuals with trauma, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideations, Anger, gender identity and mediation. In addition, we lecture on the topics of Depression, Anger, Stress, Addictions, and how to increase one’s self-confidence.Dr. Nau has taught for 19 years.
I am beginning groups for eating issues in July 2020. I apply CBT, DBT and Internal Family Systems to work on underlying causes of eating issues including binge eating, bulimia and anorexia. Please contact me if you are interested in participating in these groups.
Hosted by Behnam Kohandel
Psychologist, MA, R, Psych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T3L
Life at times may feel like a relentless struggle, filled with sadness, discouragement, and overwhelming despair. As a psychologist, with more than 20 years experience, I can support you to overcome challenges such as depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, perfectionism, people pleasing, trauma, addiction, eating issues including binge eating, bulimia and anorexia and couples therapy. I utilize Internal Family Systems (IFS), an innovative and transformative therapeutic model for emotional healing of eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, depression, and relationship difficulties.
Are you Looking for a support group to help you manage your low mood and fluctuations in anxiety. Are you feeling alone and want to be with others to discuss ways to improve your mood? This process group will provide an educational component about mental health issues such as anxiety and depression and allow group members to talk about their concerns in a supportive environment. We will also discuss evidence-based interventions to help improve your mood and exchange ideas of how to maintain our mental health wellness. This group will start when we have a minimum of six group members.
Hosted by Joy Robinson
Psychologist, MSc, MSc , BSW, BA(Psy)
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2V
Feeling anxious, scared, and alone, Emotional struggles are difficult and often isolating. Joy will help you become unstuck by providing you a safe place to talk and the opportunity to learn coping strategies in a warm and collaborative environment.
Key topics that will be covered in this group: issue of codependency, self-esteem, attachment styles and effective communication. Contact me directly at [email protected] to register for October 2020
Hosted by Arian Guedes
Psychologist, MACP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2H
If you feel like you no longer take pleasure in usual activities, your interpersonal relationships are suffering, you find your mood sad, angry and you experience sleep disturbances...you are not alone! Mental health is a continuum and everyone at times feels overwhelmed, out of balance and confused by life’s curve-balls. As a Registered Psychologist, I've successfully worked with clients with various issues such as relationship concerns-couples/marital issues, trauma, PTSD, OCD, grief/loss, self-esteem, co-dependency, depression, anxiety, phobia, and occupational stress.
Join licensed and CACCF certified Addictions Counselor Shirvington Hannays, CCAC, CCTACP and CCS-AC to explore and master the first 2 proven steps from his "5 Steps Brief Intervention and "RAPIDrelapseResure". Which can: (a.) Get you quickly back on track for your #behaviouralCHANGE and #Recovery. (b.) You will quickly learn how to hijack the process of a Lapse or Relapse for your self. (c.) Most importantly, you will also learn how to identify these 2 steps for yourself and others as the process of a Lapse or RElapse starts.
Hosted by Shirvington M. A. Hannays
Counsellor, CCS-AC, CCTACP, CCAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2L
I work with clients challenged with repeat relapsing with Addictions, life skills challenges and other mental Health related illnesses or Maladaptive behaviours who have never done treatment before or have done treatment several times but relapsed soon after treatment, repeated relapses and are being referred for treatment due to moderate-to-severe addictive behaviours. I use personalized teletherapy and in-person treatments using CBT, REBT, ACT, and my Strenght-based RElapse Hijack and Rescue brief interventions from the masterclasses “How to become motivated and committed to Change”, and "How to REScue YourSELF from a RElapse".
Lift Psychology is centrally located in Kensington, with easy access from downtown and all quadrants of the city. Please check out our website for more information at www.liftpsychology.ca
Hosted by Krista Clelland
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calgary, AB T2N
We all need support with managing the struggles and challenges of life. Having an empathic, respectful, safe client-therapist relationship is the key to therapeutic success. I believe that clients bring their own wisdom, expertise, and insight to the therapeutic process, and view counselling as a collaboration. Using a variety of clinical approaches, I support clients in reaching their goals by building on their strengths and resiliency, teaching practical skills and strategies, increasing self-awareness and understanding, and improving overall coping and wellness.
