Joining a group of strangers may sound intimidating at first, but group therapy provides benefits that individual therapy may not.  In our experience, group members in Healing Minds group therapy sessions are almost always surprised by how rewarding the group experience can be. The research supports this as well.

Groups can act as a support network, a sounding board, or even both. When you’re stuck, group therapy members can help you come up with specific ideas for improving a difficult situation or life challenge, and hold you accountable along the way.

Perspective is the key and regularly talking and listening to others also helps you put your own problems in perspective. Many people experience mental health difficulties, but few speak openly about them to people they don’t know well. Oftentimes, you may feel like you are the only one struggling — but you’re not. It can be a relief to hear others discuss what they’re going through, and realize you’re not alone.