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Group Counselling & Workshops

Groups & Workshops Currently Running

REGISGRATION OPEN
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BLOOM: Growing Confidence Through Self Compassion
Ages 13-18
In Person -
980 Fraser Dr. Unit 109, Burlington ON L7L 5P5
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August 14th, 2026

August 21st, 2026

August 28th, 2026

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6:00-7:00 PM

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BLOOM is a creative-based therapy group for teens to explore confidence and self compassion.  Each session focuses on a different topic and introduces creative activities and tools, as well as discussion and psychoeducation.  

 

To register, email laurenjannapsychotherapy@gmail.com 

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2SLGBTQIA+ Groups & Workshops

Knowing Me, Knowing You: An Arts-Based Therapy Group for Queer, Trans and Non-Binary Teens

Ages 13-18

Offered In-Person and Virtually

This group introduces art-based therapy techniques in a supportive and affirming environment for members to express themselves, share and explore resources, and learn regulation skills through creating and making art. In this group, folks will be introduced and encouraged to use various mediums including painting, drawing, collaging, and clay.  Mindfulness and gentle somatic movement may also be brought in.

Creative & Arts-Based Therapy Groups & Workshops

Growing Gently: Exploring Self-Compassion Through Art-based Therapy

Ages 13-18

In-Person - Hamilton, ON

This group encourages teens to explore what self-compassion looks like for them through collaging, painting, drawing, and using other forms of art.  

Reclaim: An Art Therapy Circle for Feminine Empowerment
 

Adults 18+ who identify as women

In-Person - Hamilton, ON

This group is structured around female empowerment, deconstructing harmful stereotypes, and reshaping perspectives on femininity.  This group will engage in collaging, painting, as well as expressive and intuitive art.

Somatic Movement & Somatic Mindfulness Groups & Workshops

Rooted: A Somatic movement group for reclaiming body confidence

Adults ages 18+

In-Person - Hamilton, ON

This group navigates body confidence and sense of self by integrating somatic and mindful movement into daily life.  In this group, simple body movements, breathwork, and stretching will be integrated.

LOCATION

Based in Hamilton, Ontario

Virtual sessions available, in-person sessions available upon request

AVAILABILITY

Thursday: 11am - 7pm

Friday: 11am - 4pm

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Lauren J. Benedictus

CRPO Licence #13601​​

© 2026 by Lauren Janna Psychotherapy

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