Coping skills group for anxiety, mood, and boundaries
Led by Shana Gary, LCSW-A, our virtual skills group teaches practical tools for anxiety, stress, strong emotions, low mood, and communication. Each session is a mix of teaching, practice, and honest conversation, and you choose how much you share.
This group may be a good fit if you
feel anxious, stressed, or overwhelmed and want tools that work in real life
struggle with strong emotions or low motivation
find it hard to speak up, say no, or set boundaries
want to learn alongside others instead of on your own
This group will cover four areas
Anxiety and stress: understand your body’s stress response, spot your triggers, and build grounding and calming skills.
Emotional regulation: name what you’re feeling, notice your patterns, and practice handling intense emotions without being swept away.
Low mood and getting re-engaged: see how your mood, thoughts, and actions affect each other, and take small steps toward activities that matter to you.
Communication and boundaries: say what you need, set limits that hold, and handle difficult conversations with more confidence.
Check in: a quick, low-pressure look at how you’re doing and what’s happened since last time.
Learn: a short, clear lesson on the week’s topic, with examples and visuals.
Practice: hands-on skills such as grounding, breathing, mindfulness, or gentle movement. All movement is optional.
Talk it through: the group shares what worked, what felt hard, and how to use the skills in daily life.
Wrap up: you pick one skill to try before the next session.
What a session looks like
$20 per session
Your Facilitator: Shana Gary
Shana Gary, LCSW-A, is a licensed clinical social worker associate with more than 15 years of experience supporting people in a variety of settings. She’s also a certified yoga instructor, which shapes the mind-body practices in this group. Shana practices under clinical supervision.
Is this therapy? It’s a skills-based group led by a licensed clinician. It teaches practical tools, and it isn’t a substitute for individual treatment.
Will I have to share personal things? No. You can take part by listening, practicing, and sharing as much or as little as you like.
Can I join if I’m already in therapy? Yes, of course!
Is it confidential? Members agree to keep the group’s conversations private. Your facilitator explains the limits of confidentiality at the start.
Can I use my insurance? Yes, we can submit claims to Aetna and Medcost. The self-pay fee is $20 per session.
What do I need to join? A private space, a device with video and audio, and an internet connection.
Questions
Group and individual therapy
This group teaches skills, and it doesn’t replace individual therapy if you need more focused care. Many people do both, and what you learn here can support your work with a therapist. If you’d like individual support, see our therapists.