Taking the ​Escalator 

PRINTABLE VERSION AT THE END Intro: There are already a lot of group therapy activities about gratitude because gratitude is so important...

This or That “This or That” is simple but interesting exercise to build group cohesion and to get people talking and sharing. Take turns...

This is a new Jeopardy game for group therapy focused on substance use and mental health dual recovery. There is a downloadable PDF...

Intro: For this group exercise, rather than just focusing on one topic or activity, the group will participate in a series of short mini...

Intro : Self-discovery refers to the process of gaining insight and understanding about oneself, including one's beliefs, values,...

Opening Icebreaker – Sharing what you don’t know. Directions : Choose a subject that you do not know much about and complete the...

Vulnerability · Vulnerability - Willingness to show emotion or to allow one’s weaknesses to be seen or known; willingness to risk...

Opening Icebreaker: Start with this lighthearted, brief icebreaker to introduce the “Choose Your Battles” topic. For this icebreaker, go...

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