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Group Therapy

Here at Psychotherapy for You, we offer Group Therapy, a valuable form of talk therapy.

 

Our Group Therapy sessions involve up to 12 participants in a supportive small group, led by a Psychotherapy for You partner therapist. These weekly sessions focus on developing practical skills related to a specific therapeutic topic. The length and duration of programs vary to meet diverse needs.

 

Group Therapy can be a standalone option for skill development or used with Individual Therapy, based on your treatment plan. The group setting also helps participants connect with others facing similar concerns, reducing isolation and promoting mutual learning.

 

Please contact us if you have any questions about our Group Therapy offerings.

Group Therapy for Addictions

Running a 5 week group that will cover but not limited to:

 

Session 1: Understanding Addiction

  • Explore what addiction is (substance use and behavioural).

  • Discuss the brain and addiction: reward pathways and dependence.

  • Normalize struggles and introduce the cycle of addiction.

  • Reducing stigma

  • and more

 

Session 2: Triggers and Cravings

  • Identify internal and external triggers.

  • Learn about the craving cycle.

  • Practice techniques for managing cravings (e.g., urge surfing, distraction tools).

  • and more

 

Session 3: Coping Skills and Emotional Regulation

  • Discuss the role of emotions in relapse.

  • Teach healthy coping strategies (e.g., grounding, distress tolerance).

  • Explore the HALT technique (Hungry, Angry, Lonely, Tired).

  • Mindfulness techniques

  • and more

 

Session 4: Relapse Prevention Planning

  • Define relapse vs. lapse.

  • Identify personal warning signs and high-risk situations.

  • Begin developing individual relapse prevention plans.

  • and more

 

Session 5: Relationships and Boundaries

  • Discuss how addiction impacts relationships.

  • Practice communication skills and boundary-setting.

  • Explore support systems, and safety plans.

  • and more

About the Facilitator

Sammy McLean MSW, RSW

Registered Social Worker 

Ontario, Saskatchewan and Albeta, Canada

With over 13 years of experience in the addictions counselling field, Sammy is deeply committed to walking alongside individuals on their path to healing and personal growth. 

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Addictions Group Therapy
 

(5-week group therapy program for addiction)

Day: Wednesdays

Starting: September 10, 2025 

Time: 6-7PM EST (Toronto) / 4-5PM MST (Alberta)/ 4-5PM CST (Saskatchewan)

Additional Information: Open to residents in Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada.  

Fall Program Dates:

  • September 10,17,24  October 01,08 2025

Registration Deadline:

September 03, 2025 

$100 Deposit required to secure your spot

Winter Program Dates:

  • January 7,14,21,28  February 04, 2026

Registration Deadline:

December 31, 2025

$100 Deposit required to secure your spot.

Spring Program Dates:

  • April 01,08,15,22, 29 2026

Registration Deadline:

March 25, 2026

$100 Deposit required to secure your spot

Educational Group Therapy
 

 1 Friday per month 

Day: Friday

Starting: September TBD

Time: 1PM EST (Toronto) / 11AM MST (Alberta)/ 11AM CST (Saskatchewan)

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Additional Information

  • $459 / per 5 sessions with a Registered Psychotherapist or Social Worker

  • Online Sessions

  • 4-12 participants per group

  • Eligible for clients aged 18+

  • up to 90 minutes each session

  • Open to residents of Ontario, Saskatchewan and Alberta

  • New start dates being added each month

  • Certification of completion on completion of all 5 sessions.​

Fee's and Deposits

  • $100 deposit is required to register. Please note that all deposits are non-refundable and non-transferable.

  • The balance of the program fee is due no later than one week prior to the program start date.

Registration Form Group Therapy

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Which of the following Addictions Group Program are you interested in?
Group Addictions Fall 2025
Group Addictions Winter 2026
Group Addictions Spring 2026
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