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Below is a list of current groups submitted by our Members.
Please contact our Members for more information on the groups listed below:

Men's Groups   Women's Groups    Men & Women-Mixed
Couple's Groups     Adolescents/Teens   
Children     Parenting    Gay & Lesbian     Support     Addictions  
  Anger     Immigration     Miscellaneous

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Men's Groups

Men's Therapy Groups (2)
Timeframe: Ongoing

To provide men, ages 40-70, a place to work on personal, family, or work oriented issues in a warm and supportive environment. Work on developing the ability to increase trust, intimacy, responsibility, and depth in relationships.
When: Mondays: 8:00pm-9:30pm, Wednesdays 7:45pm - 9:15pm.

Contact Name: Rich Hirschkoff, MFT
License Number: MFC32070
Location:West Los Angeles
Phone number: (310) 281-8476
Email: Rich H MFT@aol.com

Men’s Supportive Therapy Groups (3)
Timeframe: Ongoing

My groups are limited to 8 men and provide a safe and supportive environment allowing the participants the opportunity to engage with each other regarding the significant issues impacting their lives.  They are comprised of men age 30 – 70+
When:  Tuesdays (Beverly Hills) 7:00pm-9:00pm, Wednesdays (Woodland Hills) 7:00pm-9:00pm, Thursdays (Beverly Hills) 9:30am-11:30am.

Contact Name:  Stephen J. Johnson, Ph.D., MFT, DAPA
License Number:  MFC 5867
Location:  Beverly Hills, Woodland Hills
Phone numbers:  (310) 276-9598, (818) 348-8948
Email:  DrJ@DrStephenJohnson.com

Women's Groups

WOMEN’S WISDOM
Sundays 2 – 3:30pm

A women-only support and process group, exploring self-esteem, creativity, life choices and relationships. Women helping women find a voice in their lives.
Timeframe: Ongoing
Location: Beverly Hills
Anna Stookey, MA, MFT, MFC#44942
(323) 993 6085
Email: annastookey@gmail.com

BODY TRANSFORMATION: THE TRUE SELF
Mondays 8 - 9:30pm

Exploring the relationship to the body, body image and self-esteem. Supports anyone feeling at odds with their body—longterm dieters, women with chronic illnesses or fatigue, or those in recovery from eating disorders. A combination of creative exercises such as journaling and imagery/visualization as well as sharing and support to rebuild the connection to your body and your life.
Timeframe: Ongoing
Location: Beverly Hills
Anna Stookey, MA, MFT, MFC#44942
(323) 993 6085
Email: annastookey@gmail.com

WOMEN’S GROUP

A women’s process group, where you will learn about what it takes to develop lasting loving relationships with others.  Learn how to practice healthy boundaries and increase self-esteem.

Eating Disorders Groups for Young Women at the
Institute For Girls Development
Timeframe: Ongoing

Groups in Pasadena to address eating disorders for women ages 18-35. Our groups promote healthy development of the body-food-soul relationship. Through supportive, growth-fostering relationships, young women can safely process issues and practice new skills.

When: Variable

Contact: Melissa Johnson, Ph.D., Institute For Girls' Development
License: PSY 13102
Phone: (626) 585-8075 ext. 108

DrMelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

We coordinate efforts with physicians, nutritionists/dieticians, psychiatrists, and therapists in order to provide the most comprehensive and cost-effective care.

Women’s Eating Disorder and Body Image Group.

This is a wonderful opportunity to join with other women who struggle with some form of an eating disorder. Talking about your eating disorder in a safe and caring atmosphere is the first step toward recovery. Topics include: Isolation vs. Reaching Out, Thoughts vs. Feelings, Stuffing vs. Acknowledging Feelings, Criticism vs. Praise, Aggressive Communication vs. Assertive Communication, Black and White vs. Rainbow Thinking, Emotional vs. Physical Hunger. The group is limited to a maximum of 6 women, so please call soon to learn more and reserve your spot!
When: Wednesday evenings, 7-8:30 pm. (on-going).
Fee: $35 per session (PPO Insurance reimbursement).
Facilitator: Ilissa Banhazl, Marriage and Family Therapy
License #44737
Location: Glendora, CA
Phone: (626) 335-0903
Email: ilissa@ilissabanhazlmft.com
Website: www.ilissabanhazlmft.com

Connect at an emotionally deep level with other women to express your authentic voice. Journal writing, poetry as well as talking and sharing bring us together in this unique creative writing/therapy support group.

When: 1st and 3rd Sundays afternoons
Contact: Leslie C. Tuchman
Connect at an emotionally deep level to express your authentic voice. Journal writing, poetry and sharing bring us together in this unique support group.www.leslietuchman.com

License: MFT #8952
Co-contact-license: (West Los Angeles)

Phone: (310) 562-6105

E-mail: mayaanleslie@aol.com

Women's Group
Timeframe: Ongoing

Deal with relationship issues in a safe environment. Handle life transition effectively. Facilitated by Ronit Davidyan

• Members will be screened prior to the beginning of group at no charge
• Participants can be in therapy but not with group facilitators
• $75.00/session, payable monthly

When: Meets weekly on Thursday early evenings
Contact: Ronit Davidyan LCSW, BCD
License: LCS 17932
Location: Santa Monica, CA 90401
Phone: 310.391.4901

E-mail: ronitdavidyan@verizon.net

Good Girls & Career Success
Timeframe: Ongoing

Want to stop being a "good girl"?. Want to be rewarded for hard work, be successful and climb up the career ladder with men?

Contact Name: Irene Harwood, MSW, MFT, Ph.D.
Psy, D, FAGPA, CGP
License Number: MFT 5987, LCS 5095
Location:
Phone number: 310-824-1355
(Post date 2/12/04)



Women's Support/Therapy Group
Timeframe: Ongoing

A therapeutic place to understand yourself and others, make clearer choices, have more satisfying relationships, and improve self-esteem. A place to find your own voice and courage.

When: Mondays weekly, 5:30-7:00 PM
Contact Name: Elaine Rosenson, M.A., M.F.T
License Number: MFC 25804
Location (City only): Encino
Phone number: (818) 501-3118

(Post date 4/5/04)

Men & Women-Mixed

A women & men's mixed process group, where you will develop skills to communicate effectively and enhance your relationships with others. Understand and change old patterns of behavior that tend to make their way into your present life.  GROUP STARTS AUGUST 2008.

When: Tuesdays, 3 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Contact Name: Elana Clark-Faler, MSW, LCSW
License Number: LCS23340
Location: Beverly Hills, CA
Phone number: (310) 403-9147
Web site: www.wholenessandhealth.com
Email: elana@wholenessandhealth.com

FINDING AND BECOMING THE LOVE OF YOUR LIFE
Wednesdays 8 - 9:30pm

Coed/Mixed process group exploring and reflecting on relationships and building insight toward personal growth and healthier, more supportive relationships. The focus is both on people’s stories/personal histories and on how group dynamics challenge us to transform and communicate with each other in new, more growthful ways.
Timeframe: Ongoing
Location: Beverly Hills
Anna Stookey, MA, MFT, MFC#44942
(323) 993 6085
Email: annastookey@gmail.com

Relationships, Eating Disorders, Abuse Issues,
Depression, Anxiety
Timeframe: Ongoing

Therapeutic groups dealing with relationships,weight,anxiety,abuse,depression issues. Groups meet once a week for 90 minutes. Six groups ongoing.

When: Mon, Tues. Wed. Evenings, Wed. Day
Contact: Carole Disenhof,Ph.D.
License: Psy9482
Phone: (310) 203-8220
Beverly Hills



Mixed Group
Ongoing process group for women and men focusing on self-development, resolution of issues relating to emotional distress, and increased effectiveness in interpersonal work and intimacy relationships.

For more information, please call:
William Flaxman, Ph.D., M.F.T. (MFT 11720) at (310) 452-6693

Women/Men Adult Group
Timeframe: Time-limited

Explore your personal goals in a supportive environment. Acquire new skills, reduce social isolation. All in a cost effective way.
Co-facilitated by Ronit Davidyan, LCSW, BCD and Jon Kramer, LCSW
Meets weekly for 6 months

When: Wednesday evenings, 7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Contact: Ronit Davidyan LCSW, BCD
License: LCS 17932

Location: Santa Monica
Phone: 310.391.4901
E-mail: ronitdavidyan@verizon.net

Therapy Group
Timeframe: Ongoing

Ongoing therapy group that has been meeting for many years. This is a high-functioning group with fellow members who have been in therapy and are familiar with the therapy process; also what is required in a therapy group. This would be a great opportunity for the person who is needing this type of group, and would be willing to fit into an ongoing group.

When: Wednesdays, 7 - 8:30 pm
Contact Name: Dr. Glendean Thompson
License Number: PSB 28264

Location: Woodland Hills
Phone number: 818-781-7012
E-mail:glendean@sbcglobal.net

Call and leave a message to set up an interview.

(Post date 8/22/05)

Heterogeneous Psychodynamic
Timeframe: Ongoing

Six different heterogeneous, open-ended psychodynamic groups.
Weekday groups meet for 90 minutes weekly.
Saturday groups meet for 3 hours every other week.

When: Weekdays and/or every other Saturday
Contact Name: Marvin Kaphan, LCSW
License Number: LCS181, MFC717
Location (City only): Valley Village
Phone number: 818-766-9540

mnk22@columbia.edu

(Post date: 2/9/04)

Mixed/Interpersonal
Timeframe: Ongoing

Focus on relationships, intimacy, sexual, family, and career concerns. All members had had individual psychotherapy with another therapist or with Dr. Bakaitis. Led with a blend of humanistic and psychodynamic approaches.

When: Wednesdays, 6:30 - 8:00
Contact Name: Ray Bakaitis, Ph.D.
License Number: PSY7383
Phone number: 310-841-6870
Email: ray.bakaitis@ucla.edu
(Post date 2/9/04)

Men & Women's Psychotherapy Group

Open-ended, depth psychotherapy dealing with life issues: relationships, intimacy, careers. Gestalt orientation. Cost $40.00 per session, payable monthly.

When: Tuesdays 7:00p.m-8:30p.m
Contact: Nickie Godfrey, L.M.F.T.
License: MFC 7685
Location: Encino
Phone: (818) 783-5470
(Post date 2/14/04)

DREAM WORKSHOP
Timeframe: To become an ongoing monthly Dream Group

Love dreams? For professionals and non-professionals. Using dreams in a group format can be a powerful tool for increasing insight, empathy, and bonding.
Cost: $55/meeting, $50/meeting if pay for all
meetings in advance; $25 for students; $30 for post-degree/pre-licensed
professionals. Consideration given for others with income limits. You may attend any or all meetings.

When: Jan 29, Feb 5, 12, 26, March 5 2005
Contact: Karen Shore, Ph.D., C.G.P.
License: PSY18745
Location: Santa Monica
Phone: 310-917-3320
Email: kshore@aol.com
(Post date 10/1/04)

Couple's Groups

Couples Group Forming: Process group for couples who want to change ongoing patterns of conflict and emotional distress that distance partners from each other. Deepen the trust, honor the connection, increase intimacy and relationship satisfaction.

For more information, please call:
William Flaxman, Ph.D., M.F.T. (MFT 11720) at (310) 452-6693

Adolescent/Teen Groups

Eating Disorders Groups for Adolescent Girls at the
Institute For Girls Development
Timeframe: Ongoing

Our Pasadena groups promote healthy development of the body-food-soul relationship. Through supportive, growth-fostering relationships, adolescent girls can safely process issues and practice new skills.

When: Variable

Contact: Melissa Johnson, Ph.D., Institute For Girls' Development
License: PSY 13102
Phone: (626) 585-8075 ext. 108

DrMelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

We coordinate efforts with physicians, nutritionists/dieticians, psychiatrists, and therapists in order to provide the most comprehensive and cost-effective care.
(Post date: 2/21/07)

Del Mar Girl Power Groups for Girls,
4th grade through high school
Timeframe: Ongoing

All of our weekly groups for girls promote self-discovery, hardiness & empowerment in a rich environment of growth-fostering relationships.
For middle school and high school girls, we offer three types of groups in Pasadena: Empowerment, Process and Social Skills Development.

Details at www.InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

When: Variable
Contact: Melissa Johnson, Ph.D.
License: PSY 13102
Location: Pasadena
Phone: 626.585.8075
Email: DrMelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

(Updated post: 2/21/07)

Children

Del Mar Girl Power Groups
Timeframe: Ongoing

Our weekly groups for 2nd-5th grade girls include play, art and talk therapy for the "whole girl". Groups support girls' social competency, peer relationships, and the overall emotional well-being of your daughter

When: Variable
Contact: Melissa Johnson, Ph.D.
License: PSY 13102
Location: Pasadena
Phone: 626.585.8075
Email: DrMelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

(Updated post: 2/21/07)

Parenting

Mommy, Poppy & Me
Timeframe: Ongoing

For pregnant parents and newborns up to 1 year at entry.

Contact Name: Irene Harwood, MSW, MFT, PhD. Psy,D, FAGPA, CGP
License Number: MFT 5987, LCS 5095
Phone number: 310-824-1355
(Post date 2/12/04)

Parents Finding Solutions at the
Institute For Girls' Development
Timeframe: time-limited

For parents of pre-teen and teen girls. Find support, connection and resources to navigate the personal and relational challenges and opportunities of parenting girls. Details on groups and workshops at www.InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com

When: Variable
Contact: Melissa Johnson, Ph.D. (PSY 13102)
Co-Contact: Lisa Blum, Ph.D., (PSY 19790)
Institute For Girls' Development
Location: Pasadena
Phone: 626.585.8075

Email: DrMelissa@InstituteForGirlsDevelopment.com
(Updated post: 2/21/07)

“Systematic Training for Effective Parenting”
Class & Group
Timeframe: time-limited

Teaching & support group focused on "S.T.E.P." principles and techniques: to improve family communication, increase understanding of childrens' motives and develop democratic, effective discipline of children.

When: Saturday 11 AM to 1 PM
Contact: Miriam (Mimi) Davis, MFT
License: MFC 31571
Location: Burbank or Beverly Hills
Phone: (818) 848-3022
Email: miriamdavis@verizon.net.
(Post date 2/16/04)

Gay and Lesbian

Gay and Lesbian Family Support Group
Timeframe: Ongoing

A 12 week support group for family members of gay or lesbian
loved ones. Co-led by a straight and a gay therapist
to learn how to cope and improve their significant
relationships.

Contact Name: Karen D. Cohen, LMFT
License Number: MFT22122
Location: Sherman and Pasadena
Phone number: 818-400-1001
(Post date 2/9/04)

Addictions

Addictions Support Group (two meetings per week):
Timeframe: Ongoing
Support and problem-solving group for women and men seeking to gain control over addictive or compulsive relationships with substances (including food and drugs), and many kinds of activities and behavioral experiences.

William Flaxman, Ph.D., M.F.T. (MFT 11720) at (310) 452-6693


Aftercare Men's Addictions Psychotherapy Group
Timeframe: Ongoing

An ongoing process group for men in recovery from
substance abuse, gambling, sexual addictions and anger
management who struggle with behaviors that put them
at risk.

When: Monday's 8:00pm-9:15 PM
Contact Name: Karen D. Cohen, LMFT
License Number: MFT22122
Location: Sherman Oaks and Pasadena
Phone number: 818-400-1001
(Post date 2/9/04)

Anger

Immigration

Immigration Background
Timeframe: Ongoing

Traditional therapy group focusing on relationship, intimacy, sexual, family, and career issues. All members have immigrant backgrounds and can use the group to address special concerns related to their backgrounds. All members have had individual therapy with another therapist or Dr. Bakaitis. Led with a blend of humanistic and psychodynamic approaches.

When: Tuesday evenings, 6:00 - 7:30
Contact Name: Raymond Bakaitis, Ph.D.
License Number: PSY7383
Phone Number: (310) 841-6870
Email: ray.bakaitis@ucla.edu

Miscellaneous

Life Transition and Positive Well-Being
Learn the building blocks to Optimism Gratitude, Mindfulness and Hope
Timeframe: Ongoing

Troubles shared seem to lighten the load and often
shed new light on the journey of transition

When: Call for more information
Contact: Dr Evelyn Pechter
License: PSY21132

Location: West Los Angeles
Phone: 310-943-1683
Email: drevelynpechter@earthlink.net



“The Artist's Way”
Timeframe: Ongoing

For those who want to explore and nurture their Inner Spirit and more fully express their creativity. Based on the bestselling book by Julia Cameron. Warm and supportive group atmosphere - a great adjunct to therapy.

Contact Name: Maureen J. Serra, MFT
License Number: MFC22471
Location: Encino
Phone number: 818-906-8925
Email address: McSerra@aol.com

A consultation/study group for therapists on psychobiological regulation of adult sequelae of early attachment wounds. You can earn CEUs for these meetings in which learning is both didactic and experiential (bodymind healing awareness), with practical application to your case studies. Integrating Jungian, psychodynamic, and somatic approaches with early object relations and affective neuroscience.

Contact:  Jane R. Wheatley-Crosbie, MSW, LCSW.
License Number: LCS 5276
Location: Santa Monica
When: First Saturday morning of every month from January–June, 2009.
Time: 10: 30 AM-12:00 PM
Phone: 310-392-1975
Email: JaneRWheatleyC@aol.com