Group Therapy
Group therapy can be a powerful tool for improving mental health by providing a supportive, collaborative environment where individuals can share experiences, offer advice, and learn from each other. It fosters a sense of connection and reduces feelings of isolation, showing that others face similar struggles. Group members gain different perspectives, build coping skills, and practice social interactions in a safe space. It also helps improve communication, empathy, and support, making it easier to address challenges like anxiety, depression, or trauma. Overall, group therapy offers a unique combination of shared healing and personal growth.
“The good news is that you can change, and the bad news is that it will take effort. The great news is that you don’t have to do it alone.” M. Scott Peck
Current Virtual Groups
Adult DBT(Dialectic Behavior Therapy)
Next Group
Tuesdays January 13-March 3, 2026
Time: 5-6:30pm
What is a DBT Skills Group?
A DBT Skills Group (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) is a structured, therapist-led group where you learn practical tools to manage intense emotions, cope with distress in healthier ways, and build more stable, satisfying relationships. Think of it like a class for real-life coping skills—supportive, skill-focused, and designed to help you make changes you can actually use between sessions.
DBT group is different from traditional “process group” therapy. While you’re always welcome to share what’s coming up for you, the primary focus is learning and practicing skills rather than doing deep personal processing in front of the group.
What you’ll learn
DBT skills are typically taught in four core areas:
- Mindfulness: Learn how to notice what’s happening inside you (thoughts, emotions, body sensations) without getting overwhelmed.
- Distress Tolerance: Build strategies to get through crisis moments and intense urges without making things worse.
- Emotion Regulation: Understand your emotions and reduce the patterns that keep you stuck.
- Interpersonal Effectiveness: Communicate more clearly, set boundaries, and ask for what you need while maintaining self-respect.
Who DBT group can help
DBT skills can be especially helpful if you:
- Feel like your emotions go from 0–100 quickly
- Get stuck in the same conflict cycles in relationships
- Struggle with impulsive behaviors, self-harm urges, or intense mood swings
- Want practical tools for anxiety, depression, trauma responses, or overwhelm
If you’re curious about whether DBT group is a good fit, I’m happy to answer questions and help you decide what level of support makes the most sense for you.