Chicago Counseling Groups
Grieving the Loss of a Loved One Through COVID-19
Date: Sundays, July 26th – August 30th
Time: 2pm – 3pm CT
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: During this unprecedented time, this grief support group offers a space where you can talk freely and without judgment about the loss of a loved one during the pandemic. During the weekly group session, you will also be able to find companionship from others who may understand what you are experiencing and develop coping strategies.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Chronic Illness Support Group
Date: Thursdays, August 27th – October 1st
Time: 7pm – 8pm CT
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: Living with a chronic illness can present challenges in many realms of life – physical, psychological, professional, social and relational. Talking with others who have similar struggles can feel supportive and offer new ideas to overcome obstacles and increase quality of life and fulfillment.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Supporting a Chronically-Ill Loved One
Date: Wednesdays, August 26th – September 30th
Time: 7pm – 8pm CT
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Description: When you have a close relationship with someone living with a chronic illness, you may be impacted by their struggles. Day to day functioning, such as important conversations, making plans, and sharing responsibilities can be challenging. This group is designed to support caregivers and others supporting those who are chronically ill. Group participants can expect to share their stories, increase their resilience, and gain effective coping skills.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Anxiety Support Group
Date: Tuesdays, August 25th – September 29th
Time: 7pm – 8pm CT
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: Anxiety symptoms can present in different ways, including perfectionistic tendencies, the need to control situations, overanalyzing someone’s responses or behaviors, ruminating thinking patterns, and more. Anxiety can be episodic and specific, or it can be chronic and generalized. You may think you are alone, but you’re not.
For more information email Joe Flint, LCPC
Depression Support Group
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: This weekly group will provide an opportunity to connect with others who have also experienced depression, while learning new coping, problem-solving, and goal-setting skills to reduce symptoms and improve functioning.
For more information email Kiya Immergluck, PhD
Conquering Quarantine Creatively: Developing Strategies During & After Quarantine
Facilitator: Dorothy Payne-Polk, Certified Life Coach
Date: Fridays, ongoing
Time: 1pm – 2pm CT
Cost: $25/session
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: Many of us are questioning what life will look like once COVID-19 restrictions lift. Now is a great time to prepare for your next steps and create your “new normal.” Join our virtual support group to unlock your creativity and learn how pivoting and goal-setting can help you formulate a new vision.
For more information email Dorothy Payne-Polk, certified life coach
Support for Nurse Warriors! Helping Nurses Cope During COVID-19
Day: Tuesdays, ongoing
Time: 8pm – 9pm CST
Cost: Free of charge!
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: This ongoing, virtual support group will address the unique concerns nurses face during the COVID-19 pandemic. The group will provide support, education, and mindfulness-based skills for frontline nurses.
For more information email Kelly Couture, MEd, LPC-S
Support Group – Parenting Through a Pandemic
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances & sliding scale pay accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: This virtual support group will address the concerns parents face during the COVID-19 pandemic. The group will provide support, connection, and strategies for parents who are juggling multiple roles while at home with their children.
For more information email Emily Phan, LMFT
Support Group for Mothers – Managing the Challenges Created by COVID-19
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group — Zoom
Description: This support group will address the challenges mothers face during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing support, stress management tips, and mindfulness techniques.
For more information email Mariko Roberts, LCPC
Support Group for College Students – Managing the Challenges of COVID-19
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: This support group will address the challenges college students face during the COVID-19 pandemic by providing support, stress management tips, and mindfulness techniques.
For more information email Mariko Roberts, LCPC
Healthy Communication Skills in Relationships
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurances and sliding scale pay is accepted
Description: This group is geared towards promoting relational fulfillment by improving communication skills in professional, family, friendship, and intimate relationships. Without open and clear communication, people often experience uncertainty, hurt feelings, resentment, and unmet needs. Group participants will work towards gaining insight into their own patterns as well as specific ways to improve their communication styles.
For more information email Sue Schwendener, LCPC
Anger Management Group: Being Curious, Not Furious
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: TBD
Description: Anger is a healthy emotion in everybody’s life — when it’s expressed in an appropriate manner at the right time. Too often, many of us let anger get the better of us in arguments and emotional interactions with others. This group will help you better understand the roots of anger, and how to experience it in a way that is more healthy — both for you and those around you.
For more information email Aaron Karmin, LCPC
Breaking the Binary: Exploring Your Gender Identity
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: Urban Balance Virtual Group (Zoom)
Description: This is a 6-week process group open to all individuals questioning or interested in exploring their gender identity. This group will offer a safe space to connect to others and reflect on what it means to break the binary and embrace who you are.
For more information email Erynn Besser, LPC
Men’s Support Group
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Cost: Group therapy is covered by most insurance and sliding scale pay will be accepted
Location: TBD
Description: Men often get the message to “go it alone” and not bother others with their problems, which leads to greater isolation and not enough support. This group is for any man willing to challenge that outdated idea of masculinity.
For more information email Kevin Newhall, LCSW