Our group therapy in Perth offers a supportive space where people facing similar challenges can connect, share experiences, and build practical skills together.
Led by experienced psychologists and mental health professionals, each program follows a structured, evidence-based approach to improving emotional wellbeing. Participants benefit from the strength of a therapeutic community, where shared understanding helps foster insight, confidence, and meaningful personal growth.
Whether used alongside individual therapy or as a stand-alone support, group therapy can help people gain new perspectives, develop coping strategies, and move forward with greater clarity and resilience.
What is Group Therapy?
Group therapy brings together a small group of individuals who are experiencing similar challenges. Guided by trained psychologists and an Accredited Mental Health Social Worker, these sessions create a structured and confidential space where participants can learn new skills, explore personal challenges, and support each other.
Each program is designed around a specific focus area, such as:
​ADHD and attention challenges
Relationship and communication skills
Social skills development
Trauma recovery
Emotional regulation
Anger management or behavioural support​​
How Group Therapy Helps
Participating in group therapy offers a range of benefits that complement traditional individual counselling. Many people find that working within a therapeutic community allows them to feel less alone while developing practical skills for everyday life.
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Group therapy can help participants:
​Gain perspective by hearing others’ experiences
Develop communication and relationship skills
Practice new coping strategies in a supportive setting
Build emotional awareness and resilience
Reduce feelings of isolation or loneliness
Strengthen confidence through shared growth
For many individuals, group therapy provides a powerful opportunity to connect with others while developing skills that support long-term mental wellbeing.
Our Group Therapy Programs
Calder Psychology offers a range of group therapy programs in Perth designed to support individuals across different stages of life and mental health needs.
​Each program focuses on a specific area of growth and is facilitated by experienced clinicians who create a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
Our current group programs include:
Kids Group Therapy
Connecting kids, one brick, one skill, one smile at a time.
Calder Psychology offers a range of group therapy programs in Perth designed to support individuals across different stages of life and mental health needs.
​Each program focuses on a specific area of growth and is facilitated by experienced clinicians who create a safe, supportive, and structured environment.
Our current group programs include:
Who It’s For
This program is ideal for children who may benefit from support with:
Children with autism or other developmental challenges may particularly benefit, though the group is open to any child needing additional social support.
How the Program Works
Guided by a trained therapist, children participate in structured LEGO activities that encourage collaboration and communication. Through shared building tasks, participants learn how to:
The program combines creativity and play with therapeutic guidance, helping children develop meaningful skills while having fun.
social interaction
communication skills
emotional regulation
teamwork and cooperation
problem-solving
sensory sensitivities
take turns and share roles
negotiate and cooperate with peers
manage frustration and problem-solve
express thoughts and emotions
build confidence in social situations
Kids Group Therapy Details
When
Thursdays 4PM - 5PM (6-week program)
Tuesdays 4 PM - 5 PM (4-week program)
Please go to our booking page to check on the dates.
Who
Children aged 5–11 years
Cost
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$95 per session
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$570 for the full 6-week program
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Rebates may be available through NDIS or Medicare
Where
Calder Psychology
Suite 2, 83 Mill Point Road
South Perth WA
ACT for ADHD Living
Towards healthy minds: focused, flexible, and free.
ACT for ADHD Living is a structured group therapy program designed to support individuals living with ADHD.
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Grounded in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), the program helps participants develop mindful awareness, clarify personal values, and build practical skills to manage attention, impulsivity, and emotional reactivity.
Through guided discussions, experiential exercises, and shared experiences, participants learn how to shift from constant struggle to meaningful action.
By working within a supportive therapeutic community, participants often discover new strategies and perspectives that help them navigate everyday challenges more confidently
improve focus and attention
manage impulsive behaviour
respond more effectively to emotional triggers
develop mindfulness skills
build a life guided by personal values
Participants Learn How To:
Safe Trauma: Trauma Recovery Group
A grounded path to healing after trauma.
Safe Trauma is a group therapy program designed for individuals who have experienced trauma and are seeking a safe, supportive space to begin or continue their healing journey.
This program integrates trauma-informed care with evidence-based approaches, including mindfulness practices, emotional regulation techniques, and gentle somatic exercises.
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Participants work at their own pace while connecting with others who understand the impact of trauma.
Whether trauma feels recent or long in the past, Safe Trauma provides a structured and compassionate pathway toward recovery.
understand trauma responses and triggers
develop emotional regulation skills
build inner resilience and self-compassion
reconnect with a sense of safety and identity
share experiences within a safe therapeutic community
​This Program Supports Participants To:
Rel8table for Couples: Relationship Skills Group
A practical path to resolving conflict and strengthening relationships.
Rel8table for Couples is a group therapy program designed to support couples who want to improve communication, resolve conflict, and rebuild connection.
​Grounded in evidence-based approaches such as attachment theory, interpersonal effectiveness, and compassion-focused therapy, this program helps participants better understand relationship patterns and develop healthier ways of interacting.
This structured group environment allows couples to learn new strategies while benefiting from the shared experiences of others.
communication and active listening skills
recognising and changing unhealthy relationship patterns
managing conflict more effectively
setting healthy boundaries
rebuilding trust and emotional connection
Key Focus Areas
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Participants explore:
Join a Group Therapy Program
Spaces in our group therapy programs in Perth are limited to ensure a supportive and personalised group experience.
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​If you are interested in joining a program or would like to learn more, our team would be happy to help.
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Call 0401 797 097 to secure your spot or book online today.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What you may want to know
Still wondering whether group therapy is right for you? We are happy to talk it through.
How do I access the Medicare rebate?
Eligible participants can access Calder Psychology’s Group Therapy Programs under Medicare’s Better Access Initiative.
To receive a rebate, participants must provide Calder Psychology with either:
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A referral from their psychiatrist or paediatrician specifically for group therapy, or
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A Mental Health Care Plan and referral from their GP that includes the appropriate Group Therapy item number (see below).​
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How much is the rebate
Depending on the clinician facilitating the program, you may be eligible for a Medicare rebate of $26.00 per session with a Social Worker, or $29.70 per session with a Psychologist.
To claim the rebate, you must submit both your referral and Mental Health Care Plan before the program begins.
Your referral must include the Group Therapy Item Number (i.e., 80170 for Social Worker, or 80120 for Psychologist) and be dated prior to the start of the program.
Note: A referral is not required to book or attend the program if you do not intend to claim the rebate.
​How do I claim the rebate?
For participants with an eligible referral, a receipt will be emailed after each attended session. This receipt can be used to claim the Medicare rebate.
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Please note that rebates cannot be claimed for sessions not attended. Additionally, Medicare requires a minimum of four participants per session for rebates to be applicable. As such, we cannot guarantee the rebate if total attendance falls below this threshold due to participant non-attendance.​
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​Is it covered under Private Health Care?
​If you wish to access your private healthcare cover, please check with your provider if you are entitled to a rebate from your private health insurance policy.
Let's Work Together
South Perth:
Ground Floor
Suite 2, 83 Mill Point Road
South Perth WA 6151