Group Therapy
The thought of participating in group therapy can be intimidating, but group therapy can be an important part of accomplishing therapeutic goals.
Group therapy offers children and adults a chance to communicate feelings in a safe and supportive environment and can foster a sense of belonging. At Child & Family Associates of Greater Washington, LLC (CFA), therapy groups are facilitated by skilled clinicians who work with the group to help members express emotions in an appropriate and constructive way, learn coping strategies and develop methods to change problematic behaviors.
Child & Family Associates of Greater Washington offers several therapy groups for children, adults, and parents. Current and upcoming groups include, Teen Empowerment Group, Supportive Parenting For Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE); Positive Parenting, and groups for children struggling with ADHD and social anxiety.
To learn more about group therapy at CFA or, schedule an intake to assess fit:
Call 703-533-3930, extension 1
Email us at admin@cfa-gw.com
Schedule a Call with CFA
Group Therapy at CFA
Connection, skills, and support, alongside others who understand.
Some things are easier to learn, and easier to say, in a room with people who get it. Our small groups are led by CFA clinicians and offer teens, young adults, children, and parents a place to build skills, practice them with peers, and feel less alone. Groups are small, structured, and warm, and each one begins with a conversation to make sure it’s a good fit.
All groups are $100 per session.
Group
Unlocking Your Potential
For
Autistic high schoolers
When
Thursdays 5:45-7:00 pm
Format
In person, ongoing
Group
Young Adult Connection Group
For
Neurodiverse young adults, ages 22-28
When
Tuesday evenings (time TBD)
Format
In person, ongoing
Group
Social Skills Group
For
Boys ages 7-9
When
TBD
Format
In person
Group
SPACE
For
Parents of anxious children
When
TBD
Format
Telehealth
Group
Positive Parenting
For
Parents of children ages 4-8
When
TBD
Format
TBD
Unlocking Your Potential: Group Therapy for Autistic High Schoolers
A place for teens to connect with peers, understand their strengths, and explore what motivates them.
Teens will connect with peers, understand their strengths, and explore personal motivators. They’ll be gently challenged to build a deeper connection to themselves and others. Weekly themes blend short, structured lessons, meaningful conversations, and experiential learning.
This is an ongoing group. Teens commit to the group and their growth, with regular check-ins to track progress along the way. Families can join as they’re ready.
Details
- When: Thursdays, 5:45-7:00 pm
- Start: Now forming; anticipated mid-November 2026
- Where: In person, 6057B Arlington Blvd, Falls Church, VA 22044
- Cost: $100 per session, plus a one-time intake
- Group size: Small, about 4 to 8 teens
- Led by: Christina Hyon-Wynn, Psy.D.
Young Adult Connection Group
For neurodiverse young adults who want community, support, and a place to be understood.
This group is for young adults who identify as neurodiverse and want to find community and connection. Members support one another by sharing experiences, challenges, and successes in a safe space. Dr. Hyon-Wynn facilitates discussion around topics and issues the group identifies.
Admission is rolling and the group is ongoing. There’s no long-term commitment, though regular attendance is encouraged because it helps the group build trust. We recommend coming for at least four sessions to give it a real chance.
Details
- Ages: 22-28, all genders
- When: Tuesday evenings – time TBD
- Where: In person, 6057 Arlington Blvd meeting room, Falls Church, VA
- Cost: $100 per session, charged after each session
- Group size: 4 to 8 members
- Led by: Christina Hyon-Wynn, Psy.D.
SPACE: Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions
When your child’s anxiety starts to run the household, you can be the one who helps.
When a child is struggling with anxiety, it can feel as though the whole family’s life revolves around their worries. SPACE is an evidence-based program, developed at the Yale Child Study Center, that works through the parent rather than the child. Parents learn to respond to a child’s distress in ways that reduce anxiety, build the child’s confidence, and strengthen the parent-child relationship, even when a child won’t come to therapy.
This group is a good fit for parents who find themselves changing routines, giving in, or reassuring over and over because of their child’s anxiety or OCD.
Details
- For: Parents of children and teens with anxiety, OCD, or related challenges
- Length: 8 weeks
- When: TBD
- Format: Telehealth (parents must live in DC, MD, or VA)
- Cost: $100 per session, after a short parent-only intake
- Led by: Jessie Patton, LCSW
Positive Parenting Group
Practical skills for parents of young children with big feelings and big behaviors.
Helping children manage anxiety, anger, and other big emotions at home and at school can feel overwhelming. Research shows that supporting parents directly is one of the most effective ways to reduce problem behavior. Based on the ideas of The Incredible Years, this skills group helps parents use positive parenting strategies while keeping clear boundaries and expectations. The approach has been effective for children with a range of needs, including ADHD, ODD, and autism.
Parents learn how to support their child’s academic, emotional, and social skills, and techniques to reduce behavior problems.
Details
- For: Parents of children ages 4-8
- Length: 8 sessions
- When: TBD
- Format: TBD
- Cost: $100 per session, after an intake with the group leader
- Led by: TBD
Not sure which group fits?
Call us at 703-533-3930, extension 1, email admin@cfa-gw.com, or schedule a call. We’ll talk through your family’s situation and match you with the right group. Every group starts with a conversation to make sure it’s a good fit.
Social Skills Group for Boys, Ages 7-9
Friendship, communication, and confidence, built through play and practice.
A social skills group for boys ages 7-9 focused on friendship skills, communication, confidence, and flexible thinking. It’s a good fit for children with autism, ADHD, anxiety, and other social-emotional challenges. Each week combines structured lessons, collaborative games, role-playing, and real-time practice with peers.
Details