For residents of Ottawa and the surrounding area.

Support Groups

Mental health and addictions support in a group setting. Available in English and French. Led by peers or staff.

Available Support Groups

December 2, 2024
This staff led group is intended for individuals who are who are 55+, struggling with an unwanted behaviour, and interested in learning more about addiction and recovery.
December 2, 2024
Daytime availability.  Able to participate in person at 312 Parkdale Avenue.
June 6, 2023
A four-week therapy workshop aimed at exploring your relationship dynamics, improving skills for communication, learning tools to de-escalate conflict, and deepen the connection in your romantic relationship.
May 12, 2023
This is a 3 sessions group that will enhance caregivers' communication and connection with their children (ages 10 to 17) and between themselves. The group is a hands-on group where parents/caregivers will be learning from their experiences and practicing foundational tools.
March 7, 2023
An educational workshop for Family, Friends and Caregivers who have a Loved One (LO) that struggles with substance use. This VIRTUAL workshop will offer an opportunity to increase understanding on addiction, behaviours related to use and how to provide support without losing oneself.
February 6, 2023
A 10 week skill based group on living after trauma. Participants will learn about the impact of trauma and build skills for healing and growth. Topics will include how to recognize thoughts and feelings, accept positive experiences and learn to live in the present.
February 2, 2023
A 3-part workshop series to learn about the way your experiences become a part of you. To understand the impact and how you can learn to work with your nervous system in everyday life.
January 12, 2023
Acu-Detox auricular acupuncture is used to support mental health and substance use recovery. Disposable needles are inserted into five acupuncture points on the ears while participants sit silently in a circle for 30 minutes. This practice is intended to create a peaceful quiet space for healing. It is intended to be used as an adjunct to counseling, education, medical support and support groups. Some of the benefits may include: • Reduced cravings for substances • Fewer withdrawal symptoms • Increased calmness and improved sleep • Relief from stress and emotional trauma • Connection to inner quiet and strength Treatment is provided by a certified Acupuncture Detoxification Specialist. To learn more, visit https://acudetox.com/
January 6, 2023
Monthly drop-in group for parents and caregivers of transgender, non-binary, and gender diverse children, youth and young adults. In partnership with CHEO. Parents and caregivers meet to support one another and share their experiences and knowledge as they raise their gender diverse children. Participants share information and resources.
January 6, 2023
This 8-week program aims to support participants by providing information on perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. The group is led by two facilitators and works to build on and develop coping skills which can improve Perinatal Depression and/or Anxiety such as mindfulness, assertive communication, and cognitive behavioural therapy based tools. This program is open to people who are expecting, have given birth, or have adopted and who are noting the signs and symptoms of depression or anxiety, rooted in the transition to parenthood. Participation is by self-referral. This program includes an information session for people who are supporting participants. The session aims to provide support and strategies to help the participants and their family through the challenges of Perinatal Depression and/or Anxiety.
December 2, 2022
Being close to someone who is struggling with addiction can be frustrating, painful and sometimes feel like a lonely journey. We want to offer support so that you do not lose yourself on this journey. These meetings will offer an opportunity to learn how you can develop skills to then help you cope and help your loved one choose recovery and most importantly, to meet with others who are walking/have walked similar journeys. Join us once, every week, or whenever you feel the need to connect.
September 15, 2022
SMART Recovery®is the leading self-empowering addiction recovery support group. Our participants learn tools for addiction recovery based on the latest scientific research and participate in a world-wide community which includes free, self- empowering, secular and science-based, mutual-help support groups.
September 15, 2022
At meetings, participants help one another resolve problems with any addiction. They find and develop the power within themselves to change and lead fulfilling and balanced lives guided by science-based and sensible 4-Point Program.
September 14, 2022
A free, bi-weekly discussion drop-in group with gender diverse facilitators for trans, non-binary and questioning youth ages 11-17. Meet people, have discussions, make art & have fun!

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