What Is This Group About?
Anxiety can take various forms, including generalized anxiety, panic attacks, and phobias. Anxiety can significantly affect people's everyday lives, making it more difficult to perform regular activities and engage with other people. This counseling group provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to explore and identify the underlying causes of their anxiety.
The group is facilitated by a licensed counselor who specializes in anxiety and will teach strategies designed to help overcome fears and develop self-awareness. The group is designed to be attended in small groups of around 10 individuals to ensure everyone has the personalized attention of the counselor. Over four weekly sessions, the group will explore the following key topics:
Understanding anxiety and its impact on daily life
Learning cognitive-behavioral techniques and mindfulness practices to manage symptoms
Strategies and skills to overcome fears and negative thought patterns
Setting achievable and measurable goals to gain a sense of control over anxiety.
This counseling group aims to empower individuals and increase their confidence to achieve their personal goals in all areas of their lives. Individuals learn strategies to manage their anxiety so they can take back their lives and more fully engage with the world around them.
For those struggling with anxiety, "Mastering Anxiety: Strategies for Overcoming Your Fears" can provide the necessary guidance and resources to make meaningful progress towards a healthier, happier life.
Group Objectives
Develop a deep understanding of anxiety and its impact on daily life, including identifying triggers and recognizing the physical and emotional symptoms of anxiety.
Explore and challenge negative thought patterns and distorted beliefs that contribute to anxiety.
Learn evidence-based strategies and coping mechanisms to manage anxiety effectively, including deep breathing exercises, relaxation techniques, and thought reframing.
Develop skills in mindfulness and meditation to cultivate present-moment awareness and reduce anxiety levels.
Improve self-awareness by identifying personal fears and discovering their root causes.
Gain knowledge of cognitive-behavioral techniques to challenge and reframe anxiety-inducing thoughts.
Practice exposure therapy by gradually confronting feared situations or triggers in a supportive environment.
Establish a network of support among group members, fostering a safe and understanding space for sharing experiences and providing encouragement.
Set realistic and achievable goals for managing anxiety and track progress over time.
Cultivate self-compassion and develop a positive mindset to foster resilience in the face of anxiety and fears.
Group Details
Starts October 3, 2023. Will meet Tuesday, 6-7:30
4-week program
8-10 participants
Weekly meetings, 90 minutes per session
Virtual Meetings
Pre-registration is required. Call 443-860-6870 or email elishaslee@counselingmail.com. Space is limited.
The cost for the program is $375. Payment plans are available.