Support Groups in Leeds
Are you looking for a more relaxed and free relationship with food? To be able to eat without guilt, tracking and obsessing over the calories you are consuming? We live in a diet focused world, and the pressure to fit into a certain size can be enormous - we are met with explicit and subliminal messages every day that reinforce this. This is a group to help you develop a more positive relationship with food and weight, break free from diet culture, and restriction or binging. The group meets fortnightly, for six weeks in person, beginning in January 2026.
Are you looking for a more relaxed and free relationship with food? To be able to eat without guilt, tracking and obsessing over the calories you are consuming? We live in a diet focused world, and the pressure to fit into a certain size can be enormous - we are met with explicit and subliminal messages every day that reinforce this. This is a group to help you develop a more positive relationship with food and weight, break free from diet culture, and restriction or binging. The group meets fortnightly, for six weeks in person, beginning in January 2026.
Miscarriages are difficult. It can impact your body, your emotions and it might be a topic you want to avoid. But they're actually fairly common - in fact, one in four women will suffer from a miscarriage in their lifetime. Whether it's your first, your second or your fifth, know the paths to recovery will vary, as do our personalities, our support networks, and our preparedness. The first step is recognizing the physical and psychological fallout of a miscarriage.
Miscarriages are difficult. It can impact your body, your emotions and it might be a topic you want to avoid. But they're actually fairly common - in fact, one in four women will suffer from a miscarriage in their lifetime. Whether it's your first, your second or your fifth, know the paths to recovery will vary, as do our personalities, our support networks, and our preparedness. The first step is recognizing the physical and psychological fallout of a miscarriage.
This therapy group is open to adults of all ages and deals with a wide range of challenges. Group Analysis focuses on developing working relationships within the group to enable understanding and change. Group Analysis is based on the understanding that the underlying causes of difficulties are linked with your past and present social environment and experiences. This is best addressed in a group, where the relationships between the members themselves can help in understanding the difficulties you face in the rest of your life.
This therapy group is open to adults of all ages and deals with a wide range of challenges. Group Analysis focuses on developing working relationships within the group to enable understanding and change. Group Analysis is based on the understanding that the underlying causes of difficulties are linked with your past and present social environment and experiences. This is best addressed in a group, where the relationships between the members themselves can help in understanding the difficulties you face in the rest of your life.
This Group is designed to specifically support Peoples' Mental Health. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis all aimed at helping you achieve those changes that you want in your life.
This Group is designed to specifically support Peoples' Mental Health. I offer Counselling and Psychotherapy on a short- and long-term basis all aimed at helping you achieve those changes that you want in your life.
Group therapy can help in addressing a range of problems, including anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. It has been demonstrated as often more effective than individual therapy and the two are particularly powerful when used in conjunction. It can create a sense of belonging. A place to be accepted by others and be yourself. All in this together: Group therapy shows group members that they are not alone, and that, while every situation is unique, others are on similar journeys as you.
Group therapy can help in addressing a range of problems, including anxiety, depression and low self-esteem. It has been demonstrated as often more effective than individual therapy and the two are particularly powerful when used in conjunction. It can create a sense of belonging. A place to be accepted by others and be yourself. All in this together: Group therapy shows group members that they are not alone, and that, while every situation is unique, others are on similar journeys as you.
This is a weekly group running for six weeks, it is a space for individuals to come together to explore their experience of social anxiety, and develop new ways of being in a supportive and nurturing setting
This is a weekly group running for six weeks, it is a space for individuals to come together to explore their experience of social anxiety, and develop new ways of being in a supportive and nurturing setting
I am offering low-cost group therapy sessions to help to process the current changes via Zoom and if later on possible from the clinic. The fear of getting sick, protecting or losing a loved one. Worry about your income or job, or your next carrier move. During isolation feeling claustrophobic and alone or panicky. Normally we are not spending so much time together with our family or partner it can be hard to get along. keep sane and motivated during these difficult times.
I am offering low-cost group therapy sessions to help to process the current changes via Zoom and if later on possible from the clinic. The fear of getting sick, protecting or losing a loved one. Worry about your income or job, or your next carrier move. During isolation feeling claustrophobic and alone or panicky. Normally we are not spending so much time together with our family or partner it can be hard to get along. keep sane and motivated during these difficult times.
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Women coming together whether that be post menopausal or peri, to share stories and explore creativity. The group aims to address anxiety, low mood, irritability, issues with concentration and memory in a safe space with like minded individuals. Run by two Art Psychotherapists we will guide you in ways to process, regulate and reflect on your needs, providing you with tools to use outside of therapy too.
Women coming together whether that be post menopausal or peri, to share stories and explore creativity. The group aims to address anxiety, low mood, irritability, issues with concentration and memory in a safe space with like minded individuals. Run by two Art Psychotherapists we will guide you in ways to process, regulate and reflect on your needs, providing you with tools to use outside of therapy too.
Are you a counselling or psychotherapy student, or are you just interested in the psychology of what makes you, you? I hope so as in this group we will be considering cutting edge pieces of research, linking them to current bodies of theories, and considering what these can really mean to us in a practical sense. This will be a safe group to bring new thinking to yourself and others in your life, and starting to embed evidenced based research.
Are you a counselling or psychotherapy student, or are you just interested in the psychology of what makes you, you? I hope so as in this group we will be considering cutting edge pieces of research, linking them to current bodies of theories, and considering what these can really mean to us in a practical sense. This will be a safe group to bring new thinking to yourself and others in your life, and starting to embed evidenced based research.
I know from my own lived experience that living with an eating disorder can be gruelling and deeply isolating - and, that recovery can seem scary, or maybe even impossible. You don’t have to face it on your own. In this intimate setting, we explore the ups and downs of recovery together, share practical tools, and nurture healing. With support from peers who 'get it', and the guidance of someone who has walked this path herself, you’ll find connection, accountability, and renewed hope - here to remind you that lasting recovery is not only possible, but within reach.
I know from my own lived experience that living with an eating disorder can be gruelling and deeply isolating - and, that recovery can seem scary, or maybe even impossible. You don’t have to face it on your own. In this intimate setting, we explore the ups and downs of recovery together, share practical tools, and nurture healing. With support from peers who 'get it', and the guidance of someone who has walked this path herself, you’ll find connection, accountability, and renewed hope - here to remind you that lasting recovery is not only possible, but within reach.
CBT group therapy adapted for neurodiversity
CBT group therapy adapted for neurodiversity
Living with ADHD can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. As someone diagnosed in adulthood, I know first-hand the challenges (and the strengths!) that come with ADHD. My small group coaching sessions are an encouraging space to share experiences, learn practical strategies, and build confidence in daily life. With the support of peers who truly 'get it', and guidance from someone who’s been there too, you’ll gain connection, clarity, and renewed hope that you can grow and thrive - on your terms. Let's celebrate the unique ways ADHD brains work together!
Living with ADHD can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate it alone. As someone diagnosed in adulthood, I know first-hand the challenges (and the strengths!) that come with ADHD. My small group coaching sessions are an encouraging space to share experiences, learn practical strategies, and build confidence in daily life. With the support of peers who truly 'get it', and guidance from someone who’s been there too, you’ll gain connection, clarity, and renewed hope that you can grow and thrive - on your terms. Let's celebrate the unique ways ADHD brains work together!
we have an online group for Neurotypical Women with partners who are Neurodivergent. We aim to offer regular meetups, discussions, and resources to help navigate the unique challenges and joys of being in a relationship with a neurodiverse partner. The aim of the group is to enable the women to help each other thrive and find a community in their shared experiences.
we have an online group for Neurotypical Women with partners who are Neurodivergent. We aim to offer regular meetups, discussions, and resources to help navigate the unique challenges and joys of being in a relationship with a neurodiverse partner. The aim of the group is to enable the women to help each other thrive and find a community in their shared experiences.
We traditionally parent in the style/technique that our parents did, often with a strong desire to do it differently. Additionally due to hormonal changes and unconscious triggers around parenthood, we can get blind-sighted by things from our past, often things that we thought we had processed. In this group we explore the neuroscience, psychology, and evidenced based practice of parenting, with space for 'live' processing of difficulties, and experience learning opportunities. I have over a decade of experience working within the field of therapeutic parenting, as well as a wealth of research to support this group.
We traditionally parent in the style/technique that our parents did, often with a strong desire to do it differently. Additionally due to hormonal changes and unconscious triggers around parenthood, we can get blind-sighted by things from our past, often things that we thought we had processed. In this group we explore the neuroscience, psychology, and evidenced based practice of parenting, with space for 'live' processing of difficulties, and experience learning opportunities. I have over a decade of experience working within the field of therapeutic parenting, as well as a wealth of research to support this group.
This is a monthly clinical supervision group of max 6 people. Expect a safe and brave space, where sharing is OK; a lot of experiential exercises; laughter; hard work and a sense of having dug deep to the core of your clinical dilemmas. Our work is more than the stories that are shared with us; it requires US to be present. Therefore, in this group, you'll have the opportunity to bring yourself into the reflective work. While this type of supervision can feel harder at the beginning, it provides as a shield against burnout.
This is a monthly clinical supervision group of max 6 people. Expect a safe and brave space, where sharing is OK; a lot of experiential exercises; laughter; hard work and a sense of having dug deep to the core of your clinical dilemmas. Our work is more than the stories that are shared with us; it requires US to be present. Therefore, in this group, you'll have the opportunity to bring yourself into the reflective work. While this type of supervision can feel harder at the beginning, it provides as a shield against burnout.
Online group. Explore your creativity and deepend your connection to nature. Nature-based guided relaxation, gentle breathwork & expanding our sensory awareness to come into mindful presence, easing stress & anxiety. Mindful presence in nature and the focus of art-making can help us come out of our heads, into our body, calming our thoughts and soothing our nervous system.
Online group. Explore your creativity and deepend your connection to nature. Nature-based guided relaxation, gentle breathwork & expanding our sensory awareness to come into mindful presence, easing stress & anxiety. Mindful presence in nature and the focus of art-making can help us come out of our heads, into our body, calming our thoughts and soothing our nervous system.
What kind of man are you? How does your role as a man impact on you and those around you? Some say that it's never been harder in history to be a man, and recently there has been lots of thinking which considers these difficulties stemming from 'toxic masculinity'. There is a large base of dominant discourse culture which has embedded this toxic masculinity, often unconsciously in our thinking and behaviour- and only by bringing light and thought to this can we effect change. If you want to be a changed man/partner join us to find out more.
What kind of man are you? How does your role as a man impact on you and those around you? Some say that it's never been harder in history to be a man, and recently there has been lots of thinking which considers these difficulties stemming from 'toxic masculinity'. There is a large base of dominant discourse culture which has embedded this toxic masculinity, often unconsciously in our thinking and behaviour- and only by bringing light and thought to this can we effect change. If you want to be a changed man/partner join us to find out more.
Online group. Easing stress and anxiety, enhancing wellbeing and preventing/recovering from burnout. Nature-based guided relaxation, gentle breathwork, creative activities and expanding our sensory awareness to come into mindful presence. (Price is actually £8 per person but £20 is the lowest option on this website form). Days change each week. In-person outdoor groups will resume when Covid lessens. Contact me or see my website events page for further details.
Online group. Easing stress and anxiety, enhancing wellbeing and preventing/recovering from burnout. Nature-based guided relaxation, gentle breathwork, creative activities and expanding our sensory awareness to come into mindful presence. (Price is actually £8 per person but £20 is the lowest option on this website form). Days change each week. In-person outdoor groups will resume when Covid lessens. Contact me or see my website events page for further details.
12 Week Therapeutic Support Group for Late-Identified Autistic Adults. 1.5 hour sessions of guided self-reflection and group discussion to aid participants' understanding of themselves and their autistic experience. groups are limited to 8 participants to foster close connection and community.
12 Week Therapeutic Support Group for Late-Identified Autistic Adults. 1.5 hour sessions of guided self-reflection and group discussion to aid participants' understanding of themselves and their autistic experience. groups are limited to 8 participants to foster close connection and community.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Leeds?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, postcode, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioural exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioural exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between £45 to £60 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from £60 to £150 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or non-profit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
If you have private insurance, your plan may cover some if not all of your group therapy sessions. You should contact your insurance provider to determine if they provide coverage for group therapy sessions and to determine what, if any, requirements they might have in order for your sessions to be covered, such as a referral from your GP or medical specialist.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalised and specialised care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.