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Group Therapy Maryland

Group Therapy in Maryland

Envision a nurturing environment in Group Therapy Maryland, where empathy and shared experiences create a strong support network, that encourages personal growth and mutual support.

Group therapy stands out as a profound method to embrace community healing. It offers a secure and welcoming space where individuals gather to exchange stories, gain insights from one another, and harness the collective strength for recovery.

Battling anxiety, depression, or challenging relationships might leave you feeling isolated, convinced that no one else could grasp your suffering. However, you are not alone in this journey.

Opting for group therapy at the Counseling Center of Maryland provides a sense of belonging, ensuring you feel recognized, valued, and listened to. Group therapy presents a chance to adopt new perspectives, coping strategies, and social skills that significantly enhance your life’s quality.

If you’re ready to forge meaningful bonds and pursue a joyful existence, we invite you to schedule a visit or reach out to us directly.

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Our Group Therapists in Maryland

Group Therapy in Maryland harnesses the collective strength of shared healing journeys, offering a confidential space where individuals unite to share insights, learn from each other, and heal together.

The isolation that frequently shadows issues like anxiety, depression, or relationship challenges can make one feel singularly burdened. Yet, within these groups, there’s a profound sense of camaraderie and support.

Our Group Therapy Maryland experts cultivate an atmosphere of belonging, understanding, and acknowledgment, providing you with the necessary strategies for personal growth, effective coping techniques, and enhanced interpersonal skills to enrich your life.

Alexandra Neuman

Allie Neuman – Clinical Graduate Intern

Allie Neuman is a clinical graduate intern counselor under the supervision of Brooke Shafer, LCPC, LPC. She believes that everyone deserves to feel safe, heard, and valued in the therapy ...

Brooke Shafer

Brooke Shafer, LCPC/LPC

Winner of the Best of Bethesda in Child and Adolescent Counseling for 2024 Brooke has previously worked in Elementary and Middle Schools and in mental health crisis situations, specializing in ...

MARY CARLOUGH The Counseling center of Maryland

Mary Carlough, LCSW-C

Mary is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW-C) with over 25 years of clinical experience. Mary works with clients struggling with life cycle transitions, work/life balance, relationship issues, separation/divorce, mood ...

NICOLE FAYARD The Counseling center of Maryland

Nicole Fayard, LCPC/LPC, NCC

Nicole is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and board approved supervisor with a post master’s in Clinical Community Counseling from Johns Hopkins University. Nicole is also a National Certified Counselor ...

MARJORIE KREPPEL The Counseling center of Maryland

Marjorie Kreppel, LCPC, Founder

Marjorie founded the Counseling Center Group in 2015 after years of academic study, gold-standard training, and experience in private practice, hospital settings, and clinical research initiatives. She has developed an ...

Groups Offered At The Counseling Center of Maryland

Our curated weekly Group Therapy Maryland sessions are meticulously tailored to cater to your needs. Each group is carefully created, ensuring a nurturing, interactive, and therapeutic environment.

DBT Skills
Group Therapy

DBT Skills Groups are group therapy sessions that teach individuals skills from dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), an evidence-based treatment for a variety of mental health conditions. These groups provide a supportive, collaborative and educational environment to help participants gain insight into their own emotions and behaviors.

Process
Group Therapy

Process groups are an effective form of therapy that can help individuals make positive changes in their lives. They provide a safe and supportive space for members to share their thoughts, feelings, and experiences. During a process group, members explore their relationships to themselves, others, and the world around them.

Mindfulness
Group Therapy

Mindfulness groups are groups that focus on teaching mindfulness techniques and practices to individuals. Mindfulness is the practice of bringing one’s attention to the present moment in a non-judgmental way. Through the use of mindful breathing, visualization, and body scan exercises, participants can learn to be present in the moment.
Addiction Recovery
Group Therapy
Our DBT-Informed Recovery Group is an Evidence-Based treatment that effectively treats Substance Abuse/other Process Addictions while simultaneously addressing other complex problems related to emotion dysregulation.
Eating Disorder Recovery
Group Therapy
Eating disorder recovery groups are groups that provide support and guidance to individuals who are struggling with an eating disorder or who are in recovery from an eating disorder.

Emotion Fitness Program
Group Therapy

Emotion fitness program groups are groups that focus on teaching individuals techniques and strategies for managing and regulating their emotions. These groups are led by trained counselors.

Peers
Group Therapy

Peer groups are groups of people who come together to support each other and share experiences and challenges. They can be helpful in providing a sense of belonging and connection, as well as a source of advice and guidance. 

The Professional Series
Group Therapy

Professional Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) groups are a type of therapy group that is led by a trained and experienced DBT therapist. They are designed to help individuals learn and practice the skills taught in DBT.

Parent-Child Interaction
Group Therapy
Parent-Child Interaction Group Therapy (PCIT) is a type of therapy that focuses on improving the relationship between parents and their children. PCIT focuses on teaching parents positive discipline strategies, improving communication between parent and child, and helping each parent understand the child’s behavior.
Advanced DBT
Group Therapy
In a Advanced DBT skills group, clients will learn and practice DBT tools to improve their ability to solve problems, cope with crises, manage interpersonal conflicts, and set and achieve goals in various areas of their lives. Together, clients will learn the theory and skills of DBT in an experiential way that helps to integrate these principles into their everyday.

Considering Group Therapy

Feeling apprehensive about opening up in front of others is natural. However, Group Therapy in Maryland offers an invaluable chance to create connections with a variety of individuals. Each participant brings their unique experiences and insights into a compassionate and encouraging environment, fostering personal development, deep connections, and healing.

Our group therapy sessions in Bethesda take place in a confidential and secure atmosphere, with experienced therapists at the helm. Our therapists are committed to helping you achieve your goals and enhance the benefits of each session.

Group Therapy Maryland is remarkable for its ability to serve people of all ages—children through adults—in overcoming a broad spectrum of challenges, such as:

  • Anxiety and stress
  • Issues with anger management
  • Difficulties in communication
  • Feelings of depression and isolation
  • Substance dependency
  • Eating disorders
  • Various phobias
  • Experiencing grief or loss
  • Panic attacks
  • Trauma or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
  • Social, behavioral, or emotional problems in children
  • And many other concerns

Whether it’s you or someone close to you facing these hurdles, it’s important to acknowledge the profound impact of Group Therapy Maryland. Beyond crisis intervention, group therapy can greatly improve social and communication skills, lessen social anxiety, elevate self-esteem, and foster assertiveness.

We encourage you to reach out and explore how Group Therapy in Bethesda can help in your personal development and contribute to your overall happiness. Embark on your path to a more fulfilled self today.

Advantages of Group Therapy Maryland

Group Therapy in Maryland is a transformative journey that fosters personal growth within a community setting, offering numerous benefits for emotional health, social connections, and overall life satisfaction.

Advantages of Group Therapy Maryland include:

Mutual Understanding: Participating in a group therapy session in Maryland allows you to share experiences with individuals who empathize with your struggles, cultivating a strong sense of community and mutual understanding.

Diverse Perspectives: The variety of experiences shared by group members introduces new viewpoints and ideas, sparking innovation and creative solutions.

Shared Progress: The supportive atmosphere of Group Therapy Maryland encourages members to share and learn from one another, promoting the development of key life skills as a shared success.

A Protected Environment: Each session in Maryland is a haven of trust and respect, where every participant’s contribution is valued, creating a safe setting for honest conversation.

Skill Enhancement: Group therapy does more than address individual challenges; it also improves social and communication skills, benefiting everyday interactions.

Meaningful Connections: Friendships formed in therapy often evolve into significant, enduring relationships.

Our experienced therapists in Maryland utilize a variety of proven therapeutic approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Interpersonal Therapy, to deliver focused and effective treatment. We aim to facilitate profound change and lasting wellness in the most supportive manner possible.

Schedule Your Group Therapy Maryland

Discover the path to healing and connection with Group Therapy Maryland.

Contact us today to begin your journey toward personal growth and support.