Group Therapy
Group Therapy at Vivio Counseling
Healing doesn't have to happen in isolation. Group therapy provides a powerful, collaborative space to connect with others who truly understand the challenges you are facing. Whether we are meeting in person at our Jackson clinic or connecting virtually online, group therapy offers a safe, dynamic environment to practice new skills, gain diverse perspectives, and grow together.
The Benefits of Group Work
- Shared Understanding: Discovering that you are not alone in your struggles can be profoundly validating and relieving.
- Active Skill Building: Learn evidence-based coping strategies while seeing how others apply them in real life.
- A Built-In Support System: Receive immediate feedback, encouragement, and accountability from peers in a guided setting.
- Accessible Care: Group sessions are offered at a lower price point than individual therapy, making consistent support more affordable.
Current Groups
On Becoming Mindful: An 8-Week MBCT Group
- Format: 100% Virtual (Open to any adult in TN)
- When: Mondays at 11:00 am (Starts October 5, 2026)
- Cost: $100 initial screening | $50 per session
- This 8-week psychoeducational group uses Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) to help you change your relationship with unhelpful, automatic thinking patterns. Originally designed for treatment-resistant depression, MBCT is also highly effective for managing anxiety, OCD, bipolar disorder, and ADHD. You will experience counselor-led skills building, guided practice, and genuine peer support.
Out in the Open: Religious Deconstruction Group
- Format: 100% Virtual (Open to any adult in TN)
- When: Thursdays at 8:30 am (Starts October 1, 2026)
- Cost: $100 initial screening | $50 per session
- A supportive process group for individuals experiencing the mental and emotional distress that often accompanies leaving organized religion. Wherever you are in your religious exit, this group provides a validating space to navigate this complex life transition. We incorporate skills and exercises drawn from Dr. Marlene Winell’s clinical framework in her book Leaving the Fold.
How to Get Started
To ensure the best clinical fit and group dynamic, all potential members complete an individual intake prior to joining. If you are interested in claiming a spot, please email caleb@viviocounseling.com or complete the online New Client Inquiry form.