Therapy & Support Groups
We offer therapy groups for adults and children and a parenting support groups. Topics include DBT Skills, identity, emotions, parenting and nutrition. Groups may be scheduled for set times or run on demand with a minimum number of participants. Find out more about specific groups below.
Therapy Groups
Registration for Fall and Winter groups is now open!
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An emotional regulation therapy group for kids.
The group provides a safe place for your child to share, build relationships and practice emotional regulation skills.
Through games and hands-on activities your child will learn to:
- Identify and process feelings in helpful ways
- Practice strategies to regulate emotions
- Develop practical tools to cope with extreme emotions
Who: Children ages 8-10
Format: In-person; Waterloo
Dates: October 16 parent session; October 23-November 27
Time: 6:00-7:30 p.m.
Cost: $350*; works out to $50/session.
* Groups covered by most extended health benefits plans. Subsidies may be available through NLC for those with financial constraints.
Adult Online DBT Skills Group
Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
Take control of your thoughts, emotions and relationships with DBT skills training. This emotional regulation group is helpful for anyone, including people experiencing depression, anxiety, borderline personality disorder (BPD), post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), self harm, eating disorders, and substance abuse.
This 18 week group teaches you to:
- Overcome emotional overwhelm
- Manage crisis with calm
- Improve your relationships
- Be present through mindfulness
Who: Adults 18+ years
Facilitators: Kat Giles (MSW, RSW), Amanda Lewis (RP)
Format: Online
Dates: January 22nd – June 17th, 2024
Time: 6:30-8:00 p.m. EST
Cost: $900*; works out to $50/session.
* Groups covered by most extended health benefits plans. Subsidies may be available through NLC for those with financial constraints.
Mindful Moment
Attune to your emotions and gain greater peace in your week.
Each Wednesday practice a weekly rhythm of rest and awareness with your facilitator, Kat Giles MSW, BSW. Join online from any location and discover the clarity and peace of practicing mindfulness on a regular basis. Begin anytime for 10 week sessions.
Who: 16 years+
Format: Online
Dates: Ongoing; starts Sept. 13th
Time: 12:15-12:45 p.m.
Cost: $150*/10 weeks; only $15 per session
* Groups covered by most extended health benefits plans. Subsidies may be available through NLC for those with financial constraints.
Art Therapy Group
Experience making art with others through therapeutic exercises in an atmosphere of acceptance, creativity and curiosity. Participants are invited to join Lindsay Kuiack BFA, DTATI, RP to engage with art and pursue a greater sense of self-awareness while releasing stress and processing emotion.
Contact By Peaceful Waters to find out about hosting an Art Therapy group for your ladies’ group, seniors group, community group, or youth group. Workshop style experiences are also available for retreats or break-out sessions for conferences.
Who: Adults 16+
Format: In-person, Kitchener-Waterloo
Time: 7 weeks; 1.5 hour sessions.
Dates: Groups run by request. Contact office for upcoming dates.
Cost: $440*, includes supplies. Payment options available.
* Groups covered by most extended health benefits plans. Subsidies may be available through NLC for those with financial constraints.
Support Groups
Empowering Parenting
(Positive Discipline)
Feel empowered and encouraged as you join together with other parents and learn with Hilary Diouf, Certified Positive Discipline Instructor. You will ‘learn by doing’ and practice positive discipline skills you can apply at home right away that leave you and your children feeling respected!
This non-judgmental group is perfect for solo parents, blended families, or for families experiencing behavioural issues at any age and stage of family.
- Manage conflict
- Nourish connection
- Model mutual resect
- Invite cooperation
- Promote resilience
Who: Parents and caregivers 18+
Format: In-person or online
Dates: Groups run by request. Contact office for upcoming dates.
Time: 6 weeks; Sessions are 1.5-2 hours.
Cost: $200 per person, $250 per couple +HST
The Top 5 Benefits of Group Therapy:
- Discovering that you are not alone in your struggles. Of course, your experiences are unique, but many people share the issue itself. Whether you a facing depression, questions about your identity or challenges with your kids, it is comforting to know that you are “not the only one.”
- Seeing your problem through a different lens. When you share your concerns in the group the other members may offer perspectives or feedback that can help you see the situation in a new light, which can support your healing process.
- Getting to put your skills into practice. Meeting with a group gives you the chance to practice healthy interpersonal skills and relational patterns in a safe atmosphere.
- Being inspired by others’ successes. Hearing how other people have faced difficult experiences and are learning to deal with their fears and anxieties can encourage you to continue the process of healing and personal growth too!
- Learning about yourself. Groups can help you see yourself through someone else’s eyes. This is a way of uncovering blind spots that may be holding you back from your own personal growth.
Therapy & Counselling Services
Individual Therapy
We hold space for you to address and process the issues concerning you. Experience hope, healing and peace in a healthy, professional and confidential relationship.
Couples Therapy
Learn to attune to one another, communicate, and set healthy boundaries while working through the situations you are facing as a couple. Learn more in our FAQ section.
Family Therapy
We work with you and members of your family to strengthen your relationships by fostering attachment-based connections and healthy communication.
Children & Teens
We specialize in supporting children in their mental, emotional and social health in a way that is safe and engaging – meeting your child right where they are at.
Young Adults
We provide a non-judgemental space to help you discover your identity, learn how to handle stress and set direction for your future. Heal yourself and your relationships.
Art Therapy
Discover art therapy in Waterloo as an excellent choice to creatively express your internal emotions and process your experiences through colour and medium. No art expereince required!
Music Therapy
Tune in to your inner world through the creative space of music therapy. Explore the use sounds, lyrics and rhythm with your therapist to express your feelings and experiences. No musical training required.
Groups
We host groups for DBT Skills, Emotional Regulation, Parenting Workshops and more. Our facilitators create a safe learning environment and offer professional, practical and relatable support.
Prayer Counselling
Experience a form of counselling where you can engage your faith and spirituality as you address trauma, generational patterns, addictions, and emotional woundedness.