GROUP THERAPY

Group therapy is an effective, accessible, social format of treatment that can help you reach your goals with the added benefits of shared social support, connection, and accountability. Check out all the groups available at Bowen Health provided below.

For a full description of each group, simply click on the group name or scroll to the bottom of the page. 

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Substance Use Groups

Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT)

Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) is a structured, step-by-step group program designed to support people who want to overcome substance use challenges and build healthier patterns in their lives. 

MRT focuses on: 

  • Developing healthier thinking habits 

  • Reducing behaviors that lead to repeated legal trouble 

  • Strengthening decision-making and personal responsibility 

  • Building long-term goals and a clearer sense of direction 

This program can be especially helpful for individuals who have had multiple interactions with the legal system or who find it difficult to follow rules, authority, or structure. 

How the Program Works 

MRT is built around 12 structured steps, each with specific tasks to complete. In group sessions, participants work through these steps while exploring: 

  • Personal goals 

  • Thinking patterns that may be holding them back 

  • Ways to change unhelpful or harmful behaviors 

  • Honest self-reflection and evaluation 

Although there are 12 steps, each person progresses at their own pace. Some steps may take more than one session to complete, so the total time in the program varies from person to person. 

Teen MRT

Teen MRT is a structured, 12-step group program designed for teens ages 14–18 who want support in overcoming substance use and building healthier decision-making skills. The program also helps teens recognize and change unhelpful thinking patterns—especially those that may lead to conflict with rules, authority, or the legal system. 

Throughout the program, teens: 

  • Set personal goals 

  • Learn to spot and change thinking errors 

  • Build responsibility and problem-solving skills 

  • Practice honest self-reflection 

  • Strengthen decision-making for a more positive future 

How the Program Works 

  • Although there are 12 steps, everyone moves at their own pace. Some steps may take a couple of sessions to complete, so the total time in the program varies. Most teens finish in 12–18 weeks. 

  • Teen MRT is an open group, meaning new participants can join at any time. 

Matrix Model

The Matrix Model is a supportive, structured group program that helps people reduce or stop substance use by building healthier habits and decision‑making skills. It combines several evidence‑based approaches—including cognitive‑behavioral strategies, motivational support, relapse‑prevention planning, and positive reinforcement—to help individuals make meaningful, lasting changes. 

In this group, participants explore a wide range of recovery and relapse prevention topics, such as: 

  • Understanding different substances and their effects 

  • Building emotional awareness and regulation 

  • Strengthening support systems 

  • Identifying triggers and high-risk situations 

  • Creating healthier routines and coping skills 

How the Program Works 

The group is discussion-based, with time for open conversation, reflection, and shared learning. Participants also practice being intentional with their time by completing daily schedules to track activities and build structure. 

Rather than completing a set number of sessions, participants finish the program when they have demonstrated consistent progress in their recovery. Because everyone’s journey is different, the group can last anywhere from 8 to 40 weeks. 

This is an open group, meaning new participants can join at any time. 

There are specific 8-week courses of Matrix Model for the following areas: 

  • Early Recovery 

  • Relapse Prevention 

  • Maintenance 

Seeking Safety

Seeking Safety is a supportive, present-focused treatment designed for people who have experienced trauma, substance use challenges, or both. Instead of revisiting painful past events, the program focuses on helping individuals build coping skills, strengthen safety, and improve daily functioning right now. 

What Participants Work On 

Seeking Safety includes 25 flexible topics, which can be covered in any order. Examples include: 

  • Staying safe 

  • Understanding trauma and its impact 

  • Coping with substance use urges 

  • Building honesty and healthy communication 

  • Asking for help 

  • Regaining personal power 

Each session offers practical tools and discussions to help participants manage emotions, reduce harmful behaviors, and build a more stable, empowered life. 

How the Program Works 

Seeking Safety can be used with individuals or groups, and works well in both single-gender and mixed-gender settings. Treatment completion is based on clinical progress, not the number of sessions attended. 

Most participants engage in the program for 12 or more weeks, depending on their needs. 

This is an open group, meaning new participants can join at any time. 

Teen Seeking Safety

Teen Seeking Safety is a supportive, present-focused program designed for youth ages 14–18 who have experienced trauma, substance use challenges, or both. Instead of revisiting painful past events, the group helps teens build coping skills, strengthen emotional safety, and improve daily functioning right now. 

What Teens Work On 

The program includes 25 flexible topics that can be covered in any order. Each session focuses on practical tools and skills, such as: 

  • Staying safe in daily life 

  • Understanding trauma and its effects 

  • Managing urges or triggers 

  • Building honesty and healthy communication 

  • Asking for help and using support 

  • Developing confidence and personal strength 

Teens learn strategies they can use immediately to feel more grounded, empowered, and in control. 

How the Program Works 

Teen Seeking Safety can be used in individual or group settings and works well for both single-gender and mixed-gender groups. Treatment completion is based on clinical progress, not the number of sessions attended. 

Most teens participate for 12 or more weeks, depending on their needs and goals. 

This is an open group, so new participants can join at any time. 

Living in Balance (LIB)

Living in Balance is a practical, whole-person treatment program designed for individuals working on recovery from substance use or co-occurring mental health challenges. The program blends cognitive-behavioral strategies, person-centered care, and hands-on activities to help people build the skills and stability needed for long-term wellness. 

What Participants Work On 

Living in Balance looks at recovery from every angle. Participants explore topics such as: 

  • Building healthy routines and coping skills 

  • Strengthening social and communication skills 

  • Managing money and budgeting 

  • Improving physical and emotional health 

  • Exploring spiritual or personal values 

  • Developing recovery capital—resources that support long-term success 

The program can be adapted to focus on the areas most relevant to each person’s goals. 

How the Program Works 

Living in Balance can be used as a primary treatment program or as a supplement to other services. Participants typically engage in 12 or more sessions, after which progress is reviewed to determine readiness for graduation. Completion is based on clinical progress, not the number of sessions attended. 

This is an open group, so new participants can join at any time. 

Courage to Change

Courage to Change is a practical, skills-based program that helps individuals make positive changes in their lives by exploring the thoughts, behaviors, and situations that may be keeping them stuck in patterns with the criminal justice system. Using interactive, cognitive-behavioral journals, participants reflect on their experiences, set goals, and build a personal roadmap for success—both during probation and beyond. 

What Participants Work On 

The program focuses on nine core areas that support long-term behavior change: 

  • Understanding personal values 

  • Building responsible thinking 

  • Strengthening selfcontrol 

  • Improving peer relationships 

  • Enhancing family connections 

  • Addressing substance use 

  • Preparing for employment 

  • Developing healthy recreation and leisure habits 

Participants document their progress, commitments, and insights as they move through the journals, creating a meaningful record of their growth. 

Courage to Change can be offered in group settings and is also a culturally adaptive alternative for Spanish-speaking individuals who may benefit from a different approach than the Matrix Model or MRT. 

How the Program Works 

Participants typically engage in the program for 9 or more weeks, with graduation based on clinical progress, not the number of sessions attended. 

This is an open group, so new participants can join at any time. 

Steps Toward Change: Marijuana Use 

This group uses the SBIRT model—an evidence-based approach that focuses on Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment—to help individuals explore their marijuana use and make healthier choices. The group is supportive, practical, and centered on building personal motivation for change. 

What Participants Work On 

Over the course of six sessions, participants learn about: 

  • How marijuana use can affect health, mood, and daily life 

  • Personal values and goals related to use 

  • Strategies to reduce or stop using 

  • Ways to handle cravings, triggers, and high-risk situations 

  • Building motivation and confidence for change 

The group includes both education and open discussion, giving participants space to reflect, ask questions, and explore what change might look like for them. 

People may join this group because of legal involvement, a referral from another provider, or simply a personal desire to make healthier choices. 

How the Program Works 

This is a 6-week program, and completion is based on participation and personal progress. The group is open, so new members can join at any time. 

Mental Health Groups

ACT for Life – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy 

ACT for Life is a supportive, discussion-based group that helps individuals handle life’s challenges with more flexibility, resilience, and self-compassion. Based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this program teaches skills for staying present, managing difficult thoughts and emotions, and taking meaningful steps toward the life you want to live. 

What Participants Work On 

In this group, participants learn how to: 

  • Use mindfulness to stay grounded 

  • Practice acceptance instead of fighting painful thoughts or feelings 

  • Connect with personal values and what truly matters 

  • Understand one’s sense of self in a healthier, more flexible way 

  • Take committed actions that move one toward a fulfilling life 

The group environment helps normalize shared struggles and offers a safe space for reflection, conversation, and growth. 

How the Program Works 

ACT for Life is well-suited for a wide range of mental health needs. Groups are formed based on shared life stages, diagnoses, or treatment goals, which allows for a stronger connection and support.  

The program is highly flexible, typically running 6–12 weeks, and can be adjusted based on the needs of the group. 

Teen ACT for Life – Acceptance and Commitment Therapy

ACT for Life is a supportive, skills-based group that helps teens handle life’s challenges with more confidence, flexibility, and self-understanding. Based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), this program teaches teens how to stay present, manage difficult thoughts and feelings, and take meaningful steps toward the kind of life they want to build. 

What Teens Work On 

In this group, teens learn how to: 

  • Use mindfulness to stay grounded 

  • Understand how thoughts and emotions influence behavior 

  • Practice acceptance instead of fighting uncomfortable feelings 

  • Identify personal values and what truly matters to them 

  • Make choices and take actions that support their goals 

ACT for Life helps teens explore why they do what they do and how they can move toward a life that feels more fulfilling and aligned with their values. 

Because ACT is flexible and nonjudgmental, it often works well for teens who haven’t connected with other types of treatment. 

How the Program Works 

ACT for Life is appropriate for a wide range of mental health needs. Groups are formed based on shared life stages, diagnoses, or treatment goals, which helps create a sense of connection and support. 

The program typically runs 10–12 weeks, and participation is recommended as a closed group to help teens build trust and consistency with one another. 

Accept, Identify, Move! – AIM Social Groups 

AIM is a supportive, skills-based program that blends Mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) to help individuals better understand their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. Originally created for children and teens on the autism spectrum, AIM has also been shown to be helpful for adults who struggle with emotional regulation, internal overwhelm, or social connection. 

What Participants Work On 

AIM teaches practical skills that help individuals: 

  • Notice and accept difficult internal experiences 

  • Understand their thoughts, feelings, and values 

  • Build emotional regulation and coping skills 

  • Strengthen social-emotional awareness 

  • Take meaningful actions aligned with their personal values 

  • Improve communication and connection with others 

The program uses a mix of guided activities, reflection, and social interaction to support growth across a wide range of ability levels. 

AIM is recommended for: 

  • Individuals on the autism spectrum 

  • People with Serious Mental Illness (SMI) 

  • Anyone who has significant difficulty managing internal experiences or connecting socially 

How the Program Works 

AIM typically runs for 12 or more weeks, with materials available to support ongoing learning for up to 24 months. Groups may be open or closed, depending on what works best for the participants. 

Groups are provided based on age; adults, adolescents, and children have access to groups of similarly aged peers 

Grow and Adapt – Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

The Grow and Adapt group is a structured, supportive program that teaches practical tools for managing emotions, reducing harmful or impulsive behaviors, and improving communication and relationships. DBT focuses on building skills that help people feel more in control of their reactions and more confident navigating everyday challenges. 

What Participants Learn 

DBT skills are taught across four core modules: 

  • Mindfulness – staying present and grounded 

  • Distress Tolerance – getting through tough moments without making things worse 

  • Emotion Regulation – understanding and managing strong feelings 

  • Interpersonal Effectiveness – communicating needs clearly and maintaining healthy relationships 

Each session follows a consistent format that may include mindfulness practice, reviewing homework, learning new skills, and group discussion to support using these tools in daily life. 

This group is especially helpful for individuals who experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation, impulsivity, difficulty expressing needs, or high stress reactions. Groups are formed based on shared life stages, diagnoses, or treatment goals, which help create a sense of connection and support. 

How the Program Works 

The Grow and Adapt group typically runs for 12 or more weeks. It may be run as an open group to new participants at any time or closed for the duration of the 12 weeks.  

Teen Grow and Adapt – Dialectical Behavioral Therapy 

Grow and Adapt is a structured, supportive skill-training group designed to help teens learn practical tools for managing emotions, reducing impulsive or harmful behaviors, and improving communication and relationships. The group uses Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), an evidence-based approach that teaches teens how to navigate tough moments with more confidence and control. 

What Teens Learn 

Throughout the program, teens build skills across four core DBT modules: 

  • Mindfulness – staying present and grounded 

  • Distress Tolerance – getting through overwhelming moments safely 

  • Emotion Regulation – understanding and managing strong feelings 

  • Interpersonal Effectiveness – communicating needs clearly and maintaining healthy relationships 

Each session follows a consistent structure that may include mindfulness practice, reviewing homework, learning new skills, and group discussion to support using these tools in real life. 

This group is especially helpful for teens who experience anxiety, emotional ups and downs, impulsivity, difficulty expressing their needs, or high stress reactions. Groups are formed based on shared life stages, diagnoses, or treatment goals, which help create a sense of connection and support. 

How the Program Works 

The Grow and Adapt group typically runs for 12 or more weeks. It may be run as an open group to new participants at any time or closed for the duration of the 12 weeks.  

Grief Works Group 

The Grief Works Group is a supportive, healing-focused program that helps individuals move through the pain of loss and begin adjusting to life in a “new normal.” The group offers space to process grief at your own pace while learning practical tools for coping, healing, and rebuilding. 

What Participants Work On 

Through guided activities, reflection, and discussion, participants explore: 

  • Understanding the stages and experiences of grief 

  • Coping with strong emotions like sadness, anger, guilt, or numbness 

  • Finding meaning and connection after loss 

  • Building healthy routines and support systems 

  • Moving toward acceptance and adjustment 

The program includes interactive exercises and handouts that can be used both in groups and individually. Grief Works leaders will pair the curriculum with treatments such as ACT, CBT, or DBT to support emotional processing and resilience. 

Groups are available for adults or for teens.  

How the Program Works 

The Grief Works Group typically runs for 10–12 weeks and it may be run as an open group to new participants at any time or closed for the duration of the group. 

Regulate and Respond (Anger Management MRT) 

The Regulate and Respond Group is a structured, skills-based anger management program grounded in Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT). This group helps participants understand the thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors that fuel unhealthy anger responses and teaches practical tools for responding to strong emotions in healthier, more effective ways. 

What Participants Work On 

Throughout the program, participants learn how to: 

  • Recognize early signs of anger and emotional escalation 

  • Understand the thinking patterns that intensify anger 

  • Build healthier beliefs and coping strategies 

  • Strengthen self-control and emotional regulation 

  • Improve communication and relationships 

  • Respond to difficult situations with clarity instead of reactivity 

The program includes 8 structured modules; each paired with homework activities that support real-life practice and personal growth. 

Regulate and Respond is available for adults or adolescents, offering age-appropriate support for anyone working to build healthier emotional habits. 

How the Program Works 

Participants typically complete the group in 8–10 weeks, depending on their pace through the modules. Graduation is based on completion of all modules and related assignments, not simply attending sessions. 

This is an open group, so new participants can join at any time. 

Find Your Way Forward (Trauma MRT) 

Find Your Way Forward is a supportive, structured trauma-focused program based on Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT). This group helps participants understand how past trauma affects their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors today, while teaching practical skills to build healthier coping strategies and greater emotional stability. 

What Participants Work On 

Through guided exercises, reflection, and discussion, participants learn how to: 

  • Recognize how trauma has shaped their beliefs and reactions 

  • Build healthier thinking patterns 

  • Strengthen emotional regulation and coping skills 

  • Reduce avoidance and increase personal resilience 

  • Move toward a sense of safety, stability, and empowerment 

The program uses 8 structured modules, each paired with homework activities that support real-life practice and personal growth. 

How the Program Works 

Participants typically complete the group in 8–10 weeks, depending on their pace through the modules. Graduation is based on completion of all modules and related assignments, not just attendance. 

This is an open group, meaning new members can join at any time. 

MRT-DV (Moral Reconation Therapy – Domestic Violence) 

The MRTDV Group is a structured, long-term program designed to help individuals build healthier thinking patterns, improve emotional control, and develop safer, more respectful ways of responding in relationships. Based on the Moral Reconation Therapy (MRT) model, this group supports participants in examining the beliefs and behaviors that contribute to harmful or aggressive actions and replacing them with more constructive choices. 

What Participants Work On 

Throughout the program, participants learn how to: 

  • Identify and challenge thinking patterns that lead to unhealthy or harmful behavior 

  • Build insight into personal triggers, reactions, and emotional responses 

  • Strengthen self-control and emotional regulation 

  • Develop healthier communication and conflict-resolution skills 

  • Practice alternative ways to express anger and frustration 

  • Increase personal responsibility and accountability 

The program includes 24 structured modules, each paired with homework activities that support real-life practice and meaningful behavior change. 

This group is designed for individuals who have been involved in the criminal justice system or who have been referred due to concerns about relationship harm or interpersonal violence. While some participants may also have substance use concerns, this group focuses specifically on behavioral and cognitive change and does not require a substance use diagnosis. 

How the Program Works 

Participants typically complete the group in 24 or more weeks, depending on their pace through the modules. Graduation is based on completion of all modules and related assignments, not just attendance. 

This is an open group, allowing new members to join at any time. 

Stronger Conversations (CBT-Based Roleplay Group) 

The Stronger Conversations Group uses a creative, CBT-informed approach to help participants build real-life communication and coping skills through tabletop roleplaying games (TTRPGs). By practicing scenarios in a supportive, imaginative setting, group members can safely explore new ways of thinking, interacting, and responding to challenges. 

What Participants Work On 

Through guided roleplay, discussion, and skill practice, participants learn how to: 

  • Improve communication and express needs more clearly 

  • Strengthen emotion regulation and coping strategies 

  • Challenge unhelpful thinking patterns 

  • Build social confidence and interpersonal skills 

  • Navigate conflict and problem-solve effectively 

  • Practice planning, decision-making, and teamwork 

The group uses structured CBT principles woven into gameplay, making skill-building engaging, interactive, and accessible for a wide range of needs. 

This group is available for teens or adults, and works best when participants share a common treatment focus such as anxiety, depression, social skill development, or communication challenges. 

How the Program Works 

The Stronger Conversations Group typically runs for 12 or more weeks. Because the group builds on shared storylines and ongoing skill development, a closed format is recommended to support consistency, trust, and group cohesion. 

Health Behaviors Groups

“I Don’t Smoke!” (Tobacco Cessation Support) 

The I Don’t Smoke Group is a supportive, step-by-step program designed to help individuals quit all forms of tobacco. Participants move through the quitting process together, learning practical tools for managing cravings, staying motivated, and building healthier habits. 

What Participants Work On 

Using the I Don’t Smoke! Interactive Journal, group members explore: 

  • The benefits of quitting and what motivates them 

  • Strategies for getting through the toughest early weeks 

  • Ways to manage cravings and withdrawal 

  • Tools for staying tobacco-free long-term 

  • Supportive routines and coping skills that make quitting easier 

The journal provides clear guidance, reflection exercises, and helpful tips to support each person’s quit journey. 

How the Program Works 

The group runs for 4 weeks and is offered as an open group, so new participants can join at any time. Members support one another as they work toward a shared goal: living a healthier, tobacco-free life. 

Catch Your Breath (Vaping Cessation) 

Catch Your Breath is a supportive, skills-based program designed to help individuals reduce or quit vaping and other nicotine use. Using a blend of Motivational Interviewing and practical behavioral strategies, this group helps participants explore their readiness for change, build a personalized quit plan, and develop the tools needed to stay vape-free. 

What Participants Work On 

Throughout the program, group members learn how to: 

  • Understand their motivation and readiness to quit 

  • Create a realistic, personalized quit plan 

  • Cope with cravings, urges, and moments of distress 

  • Build new habits that support longterm success 

  • Manage stress, mood changes, and weight concerns 

  • Maintain progress and prevent relapse 

The group combines education, discussion, and practical exercises to support each person’s quit journey in a nonjudgmental, encouraging environment. 

How the Program Works 

Catch Your Breath runs for 8 weeks and can be offered as an open or closed group. If run as an open group, facilitators adjust the material so participants can join at different stages while still receiving individualized support. 

Relational Groups

Parenting and Family Values (Parenting MRT) 

The Parenting and Family Values Group is a structured, cognitive-behavioral program designed to help caregivers strengthen practical parenting skills while gaining clarity about the values that guide their family life. Using the Parenting MRT curriculum, participants explore how their beliefs, choices, and daily habits shape their children’s wellbeing and the overall family environment. 

What Participants Work On: 

Across 12 structured modules, caregivers learn how to: 

  • Identify and clarify the values that matter most in their family 

  • Build consistent, effective parenting routines 

  • Strengthen communication and problem-solving with children 

  • Understand how their own thoughts and reactions influence parenting choices 

  • Practice healthier responses to stress and conflict 

  • Create a more stable, supportive, and connected home environment 

Before each session, participants complete brief homework activities that encourage reflection and real-life practice. During group meetings, members share insights, discuss challenges, and receive guided support in applying new skills. 

How the Program Works 

The Parenting and Family Values Group typically runs for 12 or more weeks. It is offered as an open group, allowing new participants to join as they begin working through the modules at their own pace. 

Untangling Relationships

The Untangling Relationships Group is a structured, cognitive-behavioral program designed to help participants understand and change unhealthy or chaotic relationship patterns. Using the MRT framework, this group guides individuals in exploring the beliefs, habits, and emotional reactions that shape how they relate to others — and teaches practical tools for building healthier, more stable connections. 

What Participants Work On 

Throughout the program, group members learn how to: 

  • Recognize patterns that lead to conflict, instability, or unhealthy dynamics 

  • Understand how thoughts, beliefs, and past experiences influence current relationships 

  • Strengthen emotional awareness and regulation 

  • Build healthier communication and boundary-setting skills 

  • Practice new ways of responding to stress, triggers, and interpersonal challenges 

  • Develop more stable, respectful, and supportive relationships 

The program blends reflection, discussion, and structured exercises to help participants gain insight and make meaningful changes in how they show up in relationships. 

How the Program Works 

Untangling Relationships is an 8-module program, typically completed over 8 or more weeks. It may be offered as an open or closed group. 

Crossroads of Co-Parenting (Active Parenting)

The Crossroads of CoParenting Group is a supportive, skills-focused program designed to help separated or divorced parents work together more effectively for the well-being of their children. Based on the Active Parenting model, this group teaches practical tools for reducing conflict, improving communication, and creating a more stable and respectful coparenting relationship. 

What Participants Work On 

Throughout the program, caregivers learn how to: 

  • Set healthy, effective boundaries with one another 

  • Strengthen communication skills to reduce misunderstandings and conflict 

  • Practice self-regulation strategies during stressful interactions 

  • Focus on the child’s needs rather than past relationship issues 

  • Work as a team even when they are no longer together 

  • Prevent divorce-related behaviors that can harm children emotionally 

The group blends education, reflection, and real-life skill practice to help parents create a safer, more consistent environment for their children. 

How the Program Works 

Crossroads of CoParenting typically runs for 4–6 weeks and is offered as a closed group to support trust, stability, and consistent progress among participants.