Parenting Group Therapy: Connection, Growth, Support at FFEW
Looking for expert-led parenting group therapy in Toronto or virtually across Ontario? At FFEW, our parenting group sessions create space for reflection, shared experience, and practical tools that help you move forward—alongside others who understand your parenting challenges.
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What Is Group Therapy?
Group therapy is a powerful, research-supported way to gain insight and build skills while connecting with others who truly understand what you’re going through. Unlike large lectures or self-help tips online, our therapy groups are small and guided by experienced mental health professionals. We combine structured psychoeducation with emotional support and group discussion.
Whether you’re joining us virtually from anywhere in Ontario or attending in person in Toronto, you can expect a warm, confidential environment and a compassionate, trauma-informed approach.
Why Choose Group Therapy at FFEW?
At FFEW, we specialize in group therapy programs that are effective, supportive, and designed with your real-life needs in mind. We use proven psychological frameworks including CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behaviour Therapy), and emotion-focused strategies to help you develop new ways of coping and connecting.
We believe group therapy should be:
- Small and supportive—you’re never lost in a crowd
- Grounded in evidence, not opinions
- Run by clinicians who know how to hold space and move things forward
- A space where learning and healing happen side by side
Whether you’re a parent looking to build skills, a teen struggling with anxiety, or a child in need of support, our group therapy services are here to help.
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Parent Group Therapy
Get expert guidance, emotional support, and practical tools in a small group setting with other caregivers.
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Child Group Therapy
Help your child build emotional regulation skills and confidence through guided, age-appropriate group sessions.
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What You Can Expect Group Therapy Services
Our groups are small, with consistent attendance and experienced facilitation. Each group is designed to help participants:
- Understand and manage big emotions
- Learn tools for stress, anxiety, or relationship challenges
- Build confidence and communication skills
- Feel supported by peers and guided by a therapist
Programs run for 8–10 weeks, and most groups are offered virtually. In-person group therapy in Toronto is available for select programs.
About Heather Leanne McDonald & the FFEW Team
Heather Leanne McDonald specializes in strengthening family connections and communication by helping parents and children understand how temperament, life stressors, and past experiences impact their relationships. With over 22 years of experience in children’s mental health and school systems, she uses attachment-focused interventions and evidence-based approaches like CBT, EFT, and DBT to build families’ emotional toolkits and resilience, enabling them to navigate challenges together while maintaining deep, supportive connections.
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Parenting for Emotional Health
For parents of children ages 0 to 5 8-week virtual group Focus: Strengthen secure attachment and build essential emotional skills during the early years of parenting.
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Parenting Emotionally Intense Children
For parents of children ages 5 to 12 10-week virtual group Focus: Helping caregivers support emotional regulation and manage challenging behaviour.
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Parenting Your Anxious Child
For parents of children ages 3 to 12 8-week virtual group Focus: Practical strategies and confidence-building tools to support anxious children.
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Anxiety Skills for Kids (Ages 9–12)
For children ages 9 to 12 8-week in-person group in Toronto Focus: Hands-on tools for managing anxiety and building resilience in a peer-supported setting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Here are answers to common questions parents ask about this service—so you can feel more confident about what to expect.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Yes—for many concerns, group therapy is just as effective and adds the benefit of social learning and shared support.
What kinds of group therapy do you offer?
We offer group therapy for parents, teens, and children. Each group targets different needs like anxiety, emotion regulation, parenting strategies, or peer connection.
Are the groups confidential?
Absolutely. We set clear group guidelines and every participant agrees to confidentiality before joining.
How do I register for a group?
You can start with a free consultation. We’ll help you choose the best fit and provide all the next steps.
Do you offer support groups in Toronto?
Yes, we offer both support groups and psychotherapy groups in Toronto and virtually across Ontario.