Group Therapy in Washington DC

Group therapy can be useful in many different ways. For some, group therapy enhances their progress in individual sessions. For others it is an opportunity to learn and practice new skills, or be connected with others who are working on similar goals.  

Many clients in the Washington, D.C. metro area find that the combination of private one-on-one sessions and group interaction can create a comprehensive plan that reinforces skills across settings. Group members often notice that practicing communication or coping skills within a safe group space makes it easier to apply them later at work, school, or home.

Group Therapy at The Wake Kendall Group

At The Wake Kendall Group, our licensed therapists thoughtfully place participants in the group that is most appropriate for them. Each of our groups is well-defined in terms of its evidence-based or process-oriented approach, and led with specialized training by a professional therapist. Our clinicians collaborate with clients on personal goals while also encouraging working within a group. The Wake Kendall Group offers the following therapy groups for adults in Washington, D.C.:

• The EASE Group is centered on achieving emotional control and social competence in adults. The sessions equip individuals with tools to control emotions, relate better in relationships, and manage conflict.
• Our DBT skills groups are part of our comprehensive DBT program and serve clients who can benefit from DBT’s systematic skills training in mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness.
• The DBT Friends & Family group is a supportive educational group designed for loved ones of individuals who experience intense emotions.  Participants build a foundation in DBT to support and strengthen their relationships.  
• Wise Mind Studio is an advanced skills training group for adults who have already completed DBT or are familiar and practiced in the core DBT skills.  Clients meet on a biweekly basis for a combination of in-depth skills training and peer skills coaching to support their long-term work towards their life-worth-living goals.

In addition to these groups, we frequently introduce specialty programs in response to community demand. This flexibility allows us to respond to needs as they arise and serve a wide range of individuals.

The Benefits of Group Therapy

Participating in group therapy at The Wake Kendall Group can:

• Create a sense of community and membership through connecting with people who share your experiences.
• Provide accountability and support in practicing skills outside of sessions.
• Present varied viewpoints that facilitate expanded problem-solving and self-reflection.
• Enhance the benefits of individual therapy.

The group setting naturally allows participants to test new strategies in real time, receive feedback from peers, and better understand their interpersonal patterns.  

How to Get Started with Group Therapy in the Washington, DC Metro Area

If you are considering group therapy, your initial step is a consultation with our intake coordinator. We will then mutually determine which of our groups may be right for you, depending on your needs and goals. New groups are formed regularly. If you know that you are looking for DBT group skills training, get started by completing our DBT Program Application here. We encourage those who want more information on our groups to CONTACT US.