Healing together: experience the power of shared recovery in our evidence-based group therapy programs for OCD and anxiety disorders.
ANXIETY & OCD TREATMENT
Group Therapy
Group Therapy: Strength Through Shared Experience
Group therapy offers a unique and powerful approach to treating OCD and anxiety disorders by harnessing the healing power of shared experience and mutual support. At the Renewed Freedom Center, our evidence-based group therapy programs provide a safe, structured environment where individuals can learn from one another while developing essential coping skills under expert guidance.
Research consistently shows that group therapy can be as effective as individual therapy for many anxiety disorders and OCD, with the added benefits of peer support, normalized experiences, and enhanced motivation through group dynamics. Our carefully designed programs combine the proven techniques of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) within a supportive group setting.
Each group is facilitated by our specialized clinicians and limited to 6-8 participants to ensure personalized attention and meaningful interaction. Sessions typically run 75-90 minutes and meet weekly, providing consistent support and accountability as you work toward your recovery goals.
Ready to explore group therapy options?
Schedule your free 30-minute consultation to discuss which program might be right for you.
Why Choose Group Therapy for OCD and Anxiety Treatment?
Shared Understanding & Reduced Isolation: Connect with others who truly understand your struggles with obsessive-compulsive disorder or anxiety. Group therapy helps normalize your experience and reduces the isolation often felt with these mental health conditions.
Enhanced Motivation & Accountability: Group members often find increased motivation through witnessing others’ progress and maintaining accountability to both themselves and their group—a key component of successful anxiety treatment.
Cost-Effective Mental Health Treatment: Group therapy provides access to expert treatment at a more affordable rate than individual sessions, making evidence-based care more accessible for families seeking OCD treatment in Los Angeles.
Diverse Perspectives & Coping Strategies: Learn from the varied experiences and successful strategies of group members, expanding your toolkit for managing symptoms and building resilience.
Practice in a Safe Environment: Groups provide a supportive space to practice new skills, challenge negative thoughts, and receive immediate feedback from both peers and clinicians trained in CBT techniques.
Our Current Group Therapy Programs
Mindfulness & Self-Compassion Skills Training Group
Build internal strength and courage for lasting anxiety relief!
This 5-week intensive training group provides individuals with concrete, evidence-based tools to manage difficult emotions and minimize suffering in daily life. Perfect for those dealing with generalized anxiety disorder, social anxiety, or panic disorder, participants learn mindfulness techniques, self-compassion practices, and emotional regulation strategies.
What You’ll Learn:
- Mindfulness meditation techniques for anxiety management
- Self-compassion practices to reduce self-criticism
- Emotional regulation strategies for daily stressors
- Stress reduction methods backed by research
- Techniques for living a more meaningful, values-driven life
Ready to start building these essential skills?
Parent Support & Education Workshop
Learn to support your child, NOT their OCD or anxiety!
This comprehensive two-part workshop (90 minutes each) offers effective, research-backed strategies for families managing a child’s OCD or anxiety disorder. Parents learn how to respond therapeutically to meltdowns, prepare for difficult transitions, minimize setbacks, and understand the underlying mechanisms of childhood anxiety disorders.
Workshop Includes:
- Understanding OCD and anxiety disorders in children and teens
- Effective response strategies for challenging behaviors and meltdowns
- Communication techniques that reduce family stress and conflict
- Transition planning and preparation for school, social events
- Relapse prevention strategies and long-term support planning
This workshop complements our individual therapy services and intensive outpatient program for comprehensive family support.
Help your family thrive.
Teen Assertiveness Skills Workshop
Your guide to confident, effective communication for anxiety relief!
This 4-week workshop is specifically designed for adolescents (ages 13-18) who struggle with passive communication patterns often associated with social anxiety disorder and other anxiety conditions. Teens learn and practice assertive communication skills through interactive exercises and real-world applications.
Skills Developed:
- Assertive vs. passive vs. aggressive communication styles
- Boundary setting with peers, teachers, and adults
- Conflict resolution techniques for school and social situations
- Self-advocacy skills for academic and personal success
- Confidence-building exercises to reduce social anxiety
This program pairs well with our individual CBT sessions for comprehensive teen anxiety treatment.
Empower your teen with confidence.
Soothe Group: Maternal Mental Health Support
Nurturing connection for new mothers and babies
This unique 10-week program combines play therapy, support group elements, and attachment-focused activities for pregnant mothers through early walkers. Specifically designed to address postpartum anxiety and depression, each session incorporates expressive arts, baby massage, developmental play, and open discussion about the challenges of early motherhood.
Program Features:
- Attachment and bonding activities for mother-baby connection
- Stress reduction techniques for new mothers experiencing anxiety
- Peer support and connection with other new mothers
- Baby development activities and sensory play experiences
- Honest discussions about motherhood challenges and mental health
Support your journey into motherhood.
