Support Groups in Winchester
I offer family work for those affected by a loved one addcition. I help families understand addiction and how cope effectivly: I also speacilise with families building bridges with those in active addiction. I am able to offer a tailored family approach to meet the needs of the family.

I offer family work for those affected by a loved one addcition. I help families understand addiction and how cope effectivly: I also speacilise with families building bridges with those in active addiction. I am able to offer a tailored family approach to meet the needs of the family.
In addition to offering individual therapy, I also offer group sessions at a reduced cost. This group is for individuals with a lived experience of trauma, working towards recovery. Potential group members will need to attend an initial individual session to assess readiness for the group and will usually be expected to have done previous personal therapy. Individual therapy may be suggested as an alternative. There will be a maximum of 5 group members + therapist, and is dependent on having at least 3 group members to run. Expected start date early May 2022.

Hosted by Winchester Trauma Counselling (Lori Hedges)
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Group meets in Winchester SO23
In addition to offering individual therapy, I also offer group sessions at a reduced cost. This group is for individuals with a lived experience of trauma, working towards recovery. Potential group members will need to attend an initial individual session to assess readiness for the group and will usually be expected to have done previous personal therapy. Individual therapy may be suggested as an alternative. There will be a maximum of 5 group members + therapist, and is dependent on having at least 3 group members to run. Expected start date early May 2022.
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Relationship issues between Partners etc

Relationship issues between Partners etc
Group Therapy can provide us with the space, support and opportunity to reflect and grow, gaining insight and awareness that can be helpful in everyday life and the issues we can face. The group will meet weekly on a Tuesday morning (9:30am-11:30pm) online, via Zoom. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch.

Group Therapy can provide us with the space, support and opportunity to reflect and grow, gaining insight and awareness that can be helpful in everyday life and the issues we can face. The group will meet weekly on a Tuesday morning (9:30am-11:30pm) online, via Zoom. If you would like to find out more, please get in touch.
The project is a psychologically informed environment that encourages participants from backgrounds such as Mental Health, Domestic Abuse, Probation, Homelessness to express themselves. Through the positive use of their creativity and imagination it is hoped to support recovery, build resilience and provide a space from which to rebuild lives. Referrals to the project are from statutory and non statutory organisations as well as self referral. Participants will engage in individual and group orientated creative work across a variety of disciplines. We celebrate the individual and the work through exhibition. The project is ongoing.

The project is a psychologically informed environment that encourages participants from backgrounds such as Mental Health, Domestic Abuse, Probation, Homelessness to express themselves. Through the positive use of their creativity and imagination it is hoped to support recovery, build resilience and provide a space from which to rebuild lives. Referrals to the project are from statutory and non statutory organisations as well as self referral. Participants will engage in individual and group orientated creative work across a variety of disciplines. We celebrate the individual and the work through exhibition. The project is ongoing.
I can offer group supervision for counsellors or trainee counsellors working with both adults and young people.

I can offer group supervision for counsellors or trainee counsellors working with both adults and young people.
A group for people wanting to explore life transitions such as menopause and children leaving home

A group for people wanting to explore life transitions such as menopause and children leaving home
A supportive, therapeutic group for those experiencing grief and loss. Creating a safe space for support and use of breathwork, mindfulness, connection, compassion and healing support.

A supportive, therapeutic group for those experiencing grief and loss. Creating a safe space for support and use of breathwork, mindfulness, connection, compassion and healing support.
**Ignore location this group is online** Binge eating thrives in isolation. During these times of social distancing you may be struggling more than ever with your relationship with food. The aim of the group is to bring together people who are struggling with binge eating/overeating. Group work can be a very powerful tool to reduce the shame that often surrounds this issue. The group can provide a space for you to increase your awareness about how you relate to food and help you to understand what is keeping you stuck.

**Ignore location this group is online** Binge eating thrives in isolation. During these times of social distancing you may be struggling more than ever with your relationship with food. The aim of the group is to bring together people who are struggling with binge eating/overeating. Group work can be a very powerful tool to reduce the shame that often surrounds this issue. The group can provide a space for you to increase your awareness about how you relate to food and help you to understand what is keeping you stuck.
Group to support those experiencing life transitions such as children leaving home and menopause.

Group to support those experiencing life transitions such as children leaving home and menopause.
New Group supporting those suffering with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (formally Borderline Personality Disorder)

New Group supporting those suffering with Emotionally Unstable Personality Disorder (formally Borderline Personality Disorder)
The group consists of up to nine members and meets weekly. It offers a safe, confidential and supportive space. We work with verbal and non-verbal methods to explore individuals' and the group's process. Southampton Psychodrama Group offers a reflective, explorative space as well as a training ground for exploring how you want to live in a world with others. Before joining, people are required to attend a minimum of three one-to-one sessions for an assessment and preparation to enter the group. Booking is essential.

The group consists of up to nine members and meets weekly. It offers a safe, confidential and supportive space. We work with verbal and non-verbal methods to explore individuals' and the group's process. Southampton Psychodrama Group offers a reflective, explorative space as well as a training ground for exploring how you want to live in a world with others. Before joining, people are required to attend a minimum of three one-to-one sessions for an assessment and preparation to enter the group. Booking is essential.

Supportive self development. Looks at helping those with pain in their lives through tried and tested interventions through an interactive workshop. Not only will you see a shift in your pain levels during the two-hour workshop, you will also learn the tools to take away to do it yourself. If you do not feel a shift in your pain during the day, you don't need to pay.

Supportive self development. Looks at helping those with pain in their lives through tried and tested interventions through an interactive workshop. Not only will you see a shift in your pain levels during the two-hour workshop, you will also learn the tools to take away to do it yourself. If you do not feel a shift in your pain during the day, you don't need to pay.
This is a group analytic group - whereby deep and meaningful relationships can emerge over time in a safe and boundaried way. You are encouraged to talk as much as you wish about the things that are important to you. Exploration, challenge and playfulness are all possible within the group which can lead to profound understanding and change over time. We meet every week for 1.5 hours with regular planned breaks. The group comprises of up to 9 including the conductor.

This is a group analytic group - whereby deep and meaningful relationships can emerge over time in a safe and boundaried way. You are encouraged to talk as much as you wish about the things that are important to you. Exploration, challenge and playfulness are all possible within the group which can lead to profound understanding and change over time. We meet every week for 1.5 hours with regular planned breaks. The group comprises of up to 9 including the conductor.
A workshop designed to help you identify the root causes of your anxiety and to learn ways to understand and manage it rather than it controlling you.

A workshop designed to help you identify the root causes of your anxiety and to learn ways to understand and manage it rather than it controlling you.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Winchester?
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.