Group Therapy

What Is Group Therapy?

Group therapy is a structured therapeutic setting where multiple participants engage in guided treatment sessions facilitated by a licensed clinician. At Anxiety Institute, our groups are designed for adolescents and young adults managing:

• Generalized anxiety and anxiety related disorders
• Social anxiety and phobias
• OCD and related disorders

Unlike general support groups, our model incorporates cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), exposure response prevention (ERP), and other evidence-based modalities.

How Does Group Therapy at Anxiety Institute Work?

Our group therapy sessions are designed with clinical structure and peer connection in mind.

• Format: Weekly 60–90-minute sessions
• Group Size: 6–10 participants for optimal peer interaction
• Therapeutic Methods: CBT, ERP, ACT, mindfulness
• Clients: Adolescents (13–17) and young adults (18–25)

Participants learn to identify unhelpful thoughts, regulate emotions, and practice real-world exposure in a safe, affirming space.

Contact us to see if group therapy is a fit for your child.

What Are the Benefits of Group Therapy?

• Reduces isolation through shared experiences
• Builds social confidence and connection
• Reinforces CBT and ERP strategies outside of individual therapy
• Encourages exposure to real-life challenges in a supportive space
• Offers structured opportunities to practice coping skills in real time

Who Should Join a Group Therapy Program?

Our groups are ideal for:

• Teens and young adults with moderate anxiety or OCD
• Individuals feeling stuck or isolated in traditional therapy
• Clients stepping down from IOPs or adding a group modality
• Adolescents needing support managing school and social challenges

Typical diagnoses include:

• Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)
• Social Anxiety Disorder
• Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
• Panic Disorder and phobias

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