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Group Therapy in Island County, Jefferson County,
King County, Kitsap CountyLewis County, Mason County, Pierce County, San Juan County, Skagit County, Snohomish County, Thurston County and Whatcom County WA Washington State

 Support, Therapy and Treatment Groups    [see index, below]

Mental health                                                    
Group Therapy       Classes
Therapy Group
          
Retreats      Meditation     adolescent      Group     child
Client Workshops
         Group Counseling

Group Psychotherapy      Conference
    
Men's Therapy Group                                       
Women's Group Therapy
                          Support Group
                 Couples Group

     Counseling Group      class           Therapy Group
class           female
           therapeutic group work

addiction               Coaching Group           class

Counseling Support Group      man                 hypnosis
     woman            
                                  Treatment Group
           male

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Index of Therapy Groups

 
[ Island County ]

  new service area

[ Jefferson County ]

  new service area

[ King County ]

  Adolescent's Chemical Dependency Group (Bellevue)

  Assertiveness Training Workshops  (adult Men & Women)

  Children's Grief Group  (boys or girls aged 8 to 12 years old)

  Chemical Dependency Hypnosis Group (Men & Women)

  Childhood Sexual Abuse Survivors (Women)

  Co-Ed Personal Development Groups (Men & Women)  (TWO)

  Family Support Group--those affected by chemical dependency

  Gay and Bisexual Men's Group

  Girls Teenage Group  (adolescent girls group therapy)

  Grief Group for the loss or death of a loved one

  Long-term insight oriented group Co-Ed

  Love Relationships Co-Ed Group for Single Professionals

  Men in Transition Group  [making significant life changes]

  Men's Group  [Achieving Intimacy and Emotional Integrity]

  Nutrition healthy eating to overcome mental & physical fatigue

  Parenting -- Motivational Approach to Parenting (MAP)

  Relapse Prevention Groups  (Co-ed, Women, Family)

  Relationship Group for Men and Women 

  Soul Wounds and Spirituality (Women's Recovery Group)

  Survivors of Sexual Abuse  (Men's therapy group)

  Woman / Girl / Daughter Whose Mother Is Dead

  Women's Personal Growth & Relationships Group

  Women's Psychotherapy Group  (TWO)

  World Healing Meditation Group  (free)

 
[ Kitsap County ]

  new service area

[ Lewis County ]

  new service area

[ Mason County ]

  new service area

[ Pierce County ]

  new service area

[ San Juan County ]

  new service area

[ Skagit County ]

  new service area

[ Snohomish County ]

  Breaking Up a Relationship or Friendship--Edmonds WA

[ Thurston County ]

  new service area

  [ Whatcom County ]
 
 

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"Breaking Up is Hard to Do!"

A therapy group for those who are going through a break-up and would like to learn useful tools for moving forward.  Discussion of relationship problems, low self esteem, loss and grief, and other changes in your life.  Group meets weekly.  Cost $30 per group.

Location: Edmonds Washington in Snohomish County.

Contact Kaji Martinez: (206) 715-0714


Grief Group -- Transformational Grief

A weekly group for those who are struggling from the loss or death of a loved one.

Group facilitated by Marian Maynard, MA, LMFT, Certificate of Completion in Grief Counseling and Thanatology.  Cost $35 per person per group.

Who should attend?  Those who still feel the pain and deep sense of loss, experience feelings of guilt or responsibility, or are otherwise deeply troubled by the death of a father, mother, brother, sister, daughter, son, friend or other loved one.

Contact Marian Maynard: (206) 789-1881 for more information or to reserve your place in the next group.  Or send an email.

[ Tell Marian, "Floyd sent me from CounselingSeattle.com."]

PD1Y-041607-041708


MAP -- Motivational Approach for Parenting

First Session May 6, 2007.  1:00 to 3:30 pm at 1405 NW 85th Street (north Ballard) Seattle.

A six-part class series offering on-going rotating schedule of skill building for step families, blended families, and parenting of any configuration.  Topics include: communication skills, problem solving,  conflict resolution and anger management.  Cost $35 per person per group.

Who should attend?  Step family parents, foster care parents and mothers of children with a history of step family involvement.  You can start at any time and continue through the series.

Contact Marian Maynard, MA, LMFT: (206) 789-1881.  Or send an email.

[ Tell Marian, "Floyd sent me from CounselingSeattle.com."]

PD1Y-041607-041708


Soul Wounds & Spirituality--Women
Federal Way, Washington

A weekly, on-going group for adult women in recovery from substance abuse and addiction, women who have grown up with parental drinking or drug addiction or with emotional, verbal, physical or sexual abuse.  Identifying defenses that have become self-defeating, family of origin issues, relationship with self and others, self image, intimacy problems and many other related issues.  $70 screening fee.  $40 per session.

The facilitator, Lou Dodson, has years of experience in chemical dependency counseling and in working with the spouses, children and families of addicts and alcoholics, with adult children of addicts and alcoholics, and victims of abuse.

Location: 402 South 333rd Street, Federal Way WA 98003
Contact: Ms. Lou Dodson, MA, RC: (253) 929-1530
 
[ Or send an email.  Please include "Soul Wounds" in the email subject line.]

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Assertiveness Workshops--Seattle

Difficulty asking for what you want or saying "No" while getting along with others? Overcome low self-esteem.  Be more assertive—less passive and less aggressive by exploring issues such as setting limits, working with an Assertiveness Model, values clarification, how to handle anger and rejection and how to respond to internal and external criticism. Information, interactive role plays and processing with simple art materials are used in a way that reinforces and empowers you to use new skills.  Decision-Making workshops also offered.

No screening fee.  One three-hour program $45, or 4 day 12-hour program $180.

Location: lower Queen Anne in Seattle.

Contact Sharon Sanborn, MA, LMHC:(206) 283-9767  Or
[ Send an email. Please include "Assertiveness" in the email subject line.]

[ Tell Sharon, "Floyd sent me from CounselingSeattle.com."]

             6MOPD-070506-010607
 


Fremont
Open and Ongoing Weekly therapy groups for Women, Seattle, Washington

For women experiencing sorrow, depression, anxiety, relationship problems and focused on personal growth and successful adult relationships.

  "Up a Creek With Lots of Paddles  7-9:30 pm Monday evening meetings open to newcomers.  New topic each month.  Cost is $35 per group session. contact Marian Maynard through her website or (206) 789-1881.  Location: 1405 NW 85th, Suite 7, Seattle, WA 98117.

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Ongoing Co-Ed Personal Development Groups--Seattle

Led by married co-therapists & 25 year Specialists in Group Work: Agnés J. Forrás, LMHC & S. John McDonald, LMHC, these are dynamic, high functioning, stable co-ed therapy groups, which can inspire very positive change in your life.

Depending on your unique needs and goals, the benefits can include: Building the true foundations of your self-esteem ● Establishing your appropriate boundaries ● Forming a clear and confident identity ● Living your deepest values and principles ● Solving problems and developing skills for healthy and happy living ● Creating intimacy and independence in your romantic relationships ● Discovering and establishing a committed career direction ● Managing your thinking, moods, and behavior ● Learning excellent communication skills ● Alleviating social anxiety and resolving self-defeating behaviors ● Experiencing the joy of teamwork and healthy, supportive community ● Developing greater passion, courage, and commitment for your life

The interpersonal, interactive process is particularly suited for teaching the knowledge and skills needed to create and sustain meaningful and satisfying relationships, as the group provides a very effective mirror for each participant. Many life long friendships have come out of the group experience, as would be expected, when like-minded, growth-focused individuals share deeply the story of their life's journey. Let's talk!

Please call (206) 367-0756 for more information.  [ Or send an email. ]

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A Three-Part Seminar for "People Who Feel Tired, Unclear or Confused," presented on three successive Wednesday evenings 7:00 to 8:30 pm in Seattle, King County,  Washington.

 Boost Your Energy and Mental Clarity with Nutrition You may be referred to this presentation by your mental health therapist to help you achieve more healthy mental function when some nutrient deficiency may be responsible for extreme or chronic fatigue, low physical energy levels related to anxiety, depression or attention deficit. You may refer yourself to this program if you are experiencing mental fatigue, have difficulty with mental focus, are looking for a "Prozac alternative" (or alternative to other mental health medications) or if you are looking for a possible cause for your short-term memory loss problem.

Obtain the latest information on how nutrition affects your anxiety level, depression, or attention span--including a workbook of practical information, recipes, and internet resources.

The presentation will be at the Looking Glass Hall at 943 N. 89th Street (intersection with Aurora), Seattle, WA.  It is presented by Dr. Kristen Allott of Dynamic Paths. Kristen is a Naturopathic Physician with extensive training and years of experience in helping you to find the natural path to more healthy mental and physical functioning. The cost is $120. Pre-registration is required.

For more information or to pre-register, contact Kristen Allot, ND, LAc: (206) 579-2757 or send her an email with the subject line "Next Presentation." This Seminar is repeated four times each year. Names are being accepted for future groups.

[Tell Dr. Allott that, "Floyd sent me from CounselingSeattle.com."]

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 Northgate area Seattle, WA--Gay and Bisexual Men's Psychotherapy Group--weekly group.  

 Gay and Bisexual Therapy Group for Men.   Group members will work on intimacy, low self-esteem and relationship problems in a supportive, caring environment. 

$45 per group.  A free consultation is available before you begin the group.  Please contact Daniel Gross, LICSW, for schedule and location:  (206) 297-3100.

[Tell Dan, "Floyd sent me from CounselingSeattle.com."]

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 Bellevue, WA--support group for family and friends and persons in recovery from alcohol or drugs--ongoing and continuous weekly group.

 Family Support Group.  Support for any one who has been affected by the disease of chemical dependency (alcoholism or addiction).  As the chemically dependent alcoholic or addict receives help, it is crucial for the family to do so also.  Recommended for persons with codependency, relationship problems with self, low self-esteem, self care problems, poor boundaries, anger or frustration with self or others.  Cost: $200 a month.

Contact Nicole Sartore, BSW, RC: (425) 829-2397.

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Men's Therapy Group for Issues of Childhood Sexual Abuse
ongoing and continuous weekly men's group.

A group for the adult man who is a survivor / victim of child or adolescent sexual abuse.  Group members will work toward reclaiming their full self.  We will address issues of depression, anger and other residual emotions affecting relationships, sexuality and self confidence.  Group members should have had previous individual therapy for their issues.

Weekly groups on Tuesday evenings 6:30-8:30 pm.  Shepherd's Counseling Services on north Capitol Hill at 2601 Broadway in Seattle.

Contact Mary Bayard at (206) 323-7131
or     Doug Holwerda  at (206) 633-2574

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             PDGRP-082305-052406


  Teardrops: A Grief Group for Kids--Seattle, WA.   ongoing and continuous weekly children's group.

A group for children ages 8 to 12 who are grieving a loss in their lives.  Boys and girls grieve many losses in their lives.  A child may grieve the loss of a school, a friend or a neighbor when parents move to a new home or city.  Children may grieve the loss of a grandparent, a parent or a pet through death or divorce, and often grieve losses that a parent never realized were important or significant.  Symptoms might include profound silence, sadness, anxiety, depression, age regression (in terms of behavior), anger, resentment or faked happiness.

Paige Tangney, (206) 227-6294, has a masters degree in educational psychology and is a certified school psychologist.

Group meets weekly Saturday afternoons 4:30 to 5:30 pm. 
$5.00 screening fee.  $20 per session. 

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 Reclaiming Your Life as "Motherless Daughters" --Women who have lost their mothers to death at any age--Seattle, WA. an ongoing and continuous weekly women's group.  

The death of a woman's mother can have lasting effects.  She has lost her feminine role model for becoming a woman wife and mother.  Key events in life or reaching life stages--puberty, marriage, childbirth--can trigger apprehension, anxiety or depression.  One may experience fear of death or dying as one approaches the age of mother's death, grieving a mother's death, or otherwise dealing with death of a mother all over again.  The group learns to deal with feelings, complete the grief process, and find alternative sources of life guidance.

Paige Tangney (206) 227-6294, has a masters degree in educational psychology and is a certified school psychologist.

Drop-in group meets Thursday evening 7:30 to 9:00 pm. 
$5.00 screening fee.  $15 per session. 

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childhood sexual abuse
Weekly therapy groups for Women, Seattle, Washington

Putting the Past Behind:
an advanced therapy group for women who've experienced childhood sexual abuse

These small, confidential, supportive therapy groups begin each Spring and Fall. Group can help to decrease feelings of shame and isolation.  20 years experience. Wallingford location.  $45 per session.  No-charge consultation.

"Sexual abuse happens.  Talking about it is the taboo."
 ~Louise Armstrong

Group Offerings:
     Fall:       Tuesdays 5:00pm-6:25pm.  For five to seven members.  Begins Sept or Oct.
     Spring:  Tuesdays 5:00pm-6:25pm.  For five to seven members.  Begins Feb or March.

For more information please call:
Ellen Rugg, MA, MSW, LICSW: (206) 547-7844

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Women’s Psychotherapy Group, Fremont in Seattle
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Thursday evenings, 7:00 pm-9:00 pm

Expand your choices, discover your spontaneity and deepen your relationships.  Join this on-going women’s group that fosters connection to self and others.

Common issues addressed include, anxiety, depression, feelings of isolation, trauma recovery and personal growth.  Group process includes verbal, experiential and expressive therapies.

Fee: $200 monthOffice located in Fremont area in Seattle. For further information or to set up an interview, contact: Luci Goodman, MA, LMHC (206) 783-3498

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             GPPD12MO--090205-090306

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  Women’s Psychotherapy Group

Wallingford in Seattle

  Tuesday
evenings, 7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Deepen your connection to yourself and to others in a safe and creative environment.  Expand your growth potential by joining this on-going women's group that explores issues of anxiety, depression, grief and loss, trust, self-care, body image, transitions, isolation, intimacy, trauma and addictions.

Fee: $200 monthOffice located in Wallingford area of Seattle, convenient to I-5 and bus routes.  For further information or to set up an initial interview, contact: Susan Nelson, MA, LMHC (206) 618-5811.

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GPPD12MO--041305-042006 Ext2-041407

         


Singles Group Seatttle
Two open groups (ongoing, continuous): Location--Seattle, WA.

Two Weekly Therapy Groups:  Tuesdays  where single professional men and women meet together and  Wednesdays relationship group open to all adults regardless of marital status.

.....In a group therapy setting with qualified, trained and experienced leadership to work thorough and heal the issues that have limited their ability to achieve happiness and satisfaction in their primary relationships.  Groups meet from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  The singles group meets on Tuesday evening and the open group on Wednesday evening.  No screening fee.  Cost: $120 per month.  There is a sliding scale for payment and major insurances are accepted.

Contact Rich Hammons, MA, LMFT: (206) 390-7063
4010 Stone Way North, Suite 230, Seattle, WA 98103-8035

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             GPPD-092205-092306


insight-oriented
Open group therapy (ongoing, continuous): Location: Seattle

Long-term, insight-oriented group:

In this group, which is open to all adults, genders, and races, we explore some of the difficulties we all face as human beings. For example, we will dialogue about how challenging it can be to discover and create our true, authentic selves, instead of living falsely. We will also work with emotions and try to understand their importance and value in our lives. A minimum commitment of 4 months is required, although it is anticipated that each participant's work will take longer than this. The ultimate goal is happier, healthier living.

Location: Wallingford area at Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Avenue, Seattle, Washington.

Contact Dr. Kevin Boileau: (206) 297-9137 for more information.

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Men in transition
Open men's weekly group therapy (ongoing, continuous) Location: Seattle

Man / Men in Transition

--An ongoing group for men of any age who are experiencing life changes such as the loss of a job, a separation, a divorce, the end of relationship or children leaving home--or feelings of depression, loss, grief, loneliness, isolation, father-wounds, mid-life issues, intimacy issues, or relationship problems.

Time: Monday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM Wednesday 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Location:
1818 Westlake Ave. North Ste 316- 98109 Lake Union/ Downtown
Cost:
Cost $55.00 for face to face interview (No cost for phone consult) $55. 00 per session ($45 per session when 5 are paid for in advance)
Contact: Carl Allen Tippins, PhD, LMHC
Telephone: (206) 325-9920  [ more information ]

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Open men's therapy group (ongoing and continuous)--Seattle, Washington

Men's Group "Achieving Intimacy with Integrity."

Intimacy is a feeling of emotional or spiritual closeness and belonging together. Intimacy, in its various forms, is the foundation of friendship and one of the bases of love.  Integrity is being honestly true to yourself and your higher character.  Do you experience "fear of  intimacy?" Do you feel guarded when you get close to other people? Is love, emotional, physical or sexual intimacy a problem for you? Overcome your fear of failure. Join this group of men learning to express their emotions, needs, joys, hopes, struggles, conflicts and dreams through direct experience in a safe environment. Yes, you can learn to deal with your anxiety and shame, resolve conflicts productively, identify false beliefs and express your most vulnerable desires with professionally monitored support from other men in this group.

Cost: $45 per group
Time: Tuesday evenings 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location: near the Arboretum at 3136 E. Madison, Seattle
Contact Steven Gary, MA, LMHC: (206) 324-9378 Ext. 1.

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Definitions and Limitations

Groups designated as "ongoing and continuous" groups admit new members periodically and members leave when they feel they've accomplished their therapy goals. Groups designated as "educational" or "closed' meet for a indicated time period. This site offers information regarding groups, group therapy, and group therapy professionals in the greater Seattle, King, Pierce & Snohomish County area. Nothing here should be construed as a suggestion regarding treatment nor as an endorsement of a professional or therapeutic method. Contact the provider regarding their professional qualifications, fees, theoretical orientation, and the appropriateness of the process for the treatment you are seeking.


On Telephone Calls to Therapists

As a webmaster, I frequently call counselors and I am caught off balance when I don't get an answering machine.  I say, "Excuse me, I was expecting to talk to a machine and wasn't expecting to talk to a real person!"

Counselors in private practice are small business people--really small--and usually have no employees.  Counselors usually handle the telephone, counsel individual clients and groups, get the mail, write the letters, do the bookkeeping, market their practices, do the taxes and everything else that needs to be done to stay in business.  Counselors in private practice often see clients in the evening, so it is usually better to call in the morning.

All this to explain that when you finally decide to call a counselor and see about joining a therapy group, you will probably get an answering machine.  It may take a couple of days for the counselor to get back to you.  Even if they call you back immediately, if there is another voice on your answering machine they may be afraid that they will be violating your confidentiality if they leave a message for you where someone else may hear them.  So they may have to hang up without leaving a message.  Be sure when you leave your message that you tell the counselor whether it's all right to leave a message when he or she calls back.

Counselors in private practice often meet with clients in the evening, so it is often better to call them in the morning. And finally, if you don't hear back--please call again.  Leave your name and telephone number.  Say the number slowly and distinctly and say it twice.  I can remember listening to messages as many as twelve times trying to identify all the numbers.  Counselors really try, but you've got to do your part too.  Thanks.

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