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Charis Counselling

Group therapy in Edmonton

Structured group support, with the right fit from the start

Structured groups begin with a conversation and suitability screening — not an online checkout — so the right people start together.

  • Teen, children's, and adult CBT-oriented groups run regularly.
  • The adult CBT group is being adjusted to include anxiety and depression.
  • Next groups are planned for October 2026; exact dates are to be confirmed.
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Current programs

Current group pathways

Three CBT-oriented pathways run regularly at Charis. The next round is planned for October 2026 at the month level only — exact dates are confirmed by phone once they are set.

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Fit is confirmed by phone.

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  • Teen CBT-oriented groups

    Structured, CBT-oriented support for teens, run on a recurring basis.

    October 2026 · exact dates to be confirmed

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  • Children's CBT-oriented groups

    CBT-oriented group support shaped for children, also offered regularly.

    October 2026 · exact dates to be confirmed

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  • Adult CBT groups

    The adult CBT group is being adjusted to include anxiety and depression.

    October 2026 · exact dates to be confirmed

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Screening process

Why every group begins with a call

Group therapy depends on the right mix of people. A short conversation lets us gather information, screen for suitability, and complete a membership form before payment is ever arranged — so you join a group that genuinely fits.

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  1. 1

    Call for information

    Start with a short phone call about the group you are considering.

  2. 2

    Share intake details

    Tell us a little about you, or the person you are calling for.

  3. 3

    Complete suitability screening

    A brief screening confirms the group is a safe, useful fit.

  4. 4

    Complete membership form

    Paperwork comes only once fit is confirmed.

  5. 5

    Arrange payment when confirmed

    Payment is arranged once your place in the group is confirmed.

Groups usually run six or seven sessions — one connected series, start to finish.

Schedule and fees

October 2026 timing, details to confirm

October 2026 is our next anticipated group timing. Exact dates, capacity, pricing, and payment details require your input and are confirmed with you before enrollment.

Groups usually run as one connected series of six or seven sessions.

Exact dates, facilitator, group size, pricing, payment schedule, and insurance eligibility are confirmed by phone.

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Group FAQ and next step

Ask about fit before enrollment

Explore who groups serve, why screening matters, payment and attendance expectations, and what to verify with your insurer.

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Who are the groups for?

Learn each group’s focus and who typically benefits most.

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Charis runs CBT-oriented groups for teens, children, and adults on a recurring basis, and the adult CBT group is being adjusted to include anxiety and depression. The screening call confirms whether a specific group suits your situation.

Why is screening required?

Screening protects fit, safety, and the experience of the room.

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Group therapy depends on the right mix of members. A short phone conversation lets us gather information and confirm suitability before you commit — it protects the experience of everyone in the room.

How does payment work?

Understand when pricing and payment arrangements are confirmed.

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Payment is arranged once screening and the membership form are complete and your place is confirmed. Exact pricing and the payment schedule for an upcoming group are confirmed on the call.

What if I miss a session?

Review attendance expectations for a connected group series.

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Groups usually run as a connected series of six or seven sessions, so attendance matters. Ask on your screening call how absences are handled for the group you are considering.

Does insurance apply?

Coverage varies and should be verified against your plan.

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Coverage varies by plan. Direct billing is available for many plans, subject to eligibility, and Alberta Health Care does not cover private-practice counselling. Confirm group-session eligibility with your insurer — we can help clarify on the call.

Questions are welcome.

A brief call helps confirm fit and covers what to expect — with no obligation to enroll.

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