The Write Heels: Writing Workshops for Women.
Narrative therapy works! Using a variety of writing techniques, I pave the path to healing in a non threatening environment where creativity and joy are possible outcomes.
Hosted by Christine Flaherty
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newburyport, MA 01950
Narrative therapy works! Using a variety of writing techniques, I pave the path to healing in a non threatening environment where creativity and joy are possible outcomes.
Millennial Women's Empowerment Program
Due to Covid 19, group moved to online platform. Reduce stress, find your strength and lay the foundation for becoming the leader you want to be. Address self esteem, career, job, body issues; develop healthy relationships, improve confidence and communication ...
Due to Covid 19, group moved to online platform. Reduce stress, find your strength and lay the foundation for becoming the leader you want to be. Address self esteem, career, job, body issues; develop healthy relationships, improve confidence and communication ...
Midlife transitions group
This group is for men and women processing difficult feelings associated with change. No one is able to predict the future and life's twists and turns can leave us in a place of uncertainty and indecision. Many individuals are faced ...
This group is for men and women processing difficult feelings associated with change. No one is able to predict the future and life's twists and turns can leave us in a place of uncertainty and indecision. Many individuals are faced ...
Social Pragmatic Boys Group (grades 4-6)
This group focuses on helping kids with social pragmatic challenges to build skills to develop emotion regulation and behavioral control in order to better manage feelings, reactions, and frustrations that come up during social interactions. Using a combination of unstructured ...
This group focuses on helping kids with social pragmatic challenges to build skills to develop emotion regulation and behavioral control in order to better manage feelings, reactions, and frustrations that come up during social interactions. Using a combination of unstructured ...
CBT for Panic and Anxiety
A major element of my CBT group is reducing the patterns of avoidance that come to control a person's life. Many people with panic and anxiety disorders experience tremendous discomfort in situations they cannot "get out of" including social gatherings, ...
Hosted by Jonathan E. Goldberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Brookline, MA 02445
A major element of my CBT group is reducing the patterns of avoidance that come to control a person's life. Many people with panic and anxiety disorders experience tremendous discomfort in situations they cannot "get out of" including social gatherings, ...
Real Life Gaming
Real-Life Gaming group is an eight-week virtual intervention program for children and adolescents who show signs of problematic gaming behavior which contributes to social withdrawal, family conflict, declining academic performance and engagement, and exacerbated mental health conditions. The program transforms ...
Hosted by Community Services Institute
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boston, MA 02124
Real-Life Gaming group is an eight-week virtual intervention program for children and adolescents who show signs of problematic gaming behavior which contributes to social withdrawal, family conflict, declining academic performance and engagement, and exacerbated mental health conditions. The program transforms ...
Summer Wellness Workshop
Next session starts in June on thursdays from 6:15-7:30pm for 6 weeks. Although there isn't any one solution, there are many small actions that when repeated often shift our mood, strengthen our relationships and improve our general well being. This ...
Hosted by Theresa Lavoie, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Andover, MA 01810
Next session starts in June on thursdays from 6:15-7:30pm for 6 weeks. Although there isn't any one solution, there are many small actions that when repeated often shift our mood, strengthen our relationships and improve our general well being. This ...
Parenting Kids with Anxiety
Now Enrolling: Are you a parent navigating the challenges of raising a child with anxiety or OCD? I am thrilled to present Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a game-changing program designed to guide you through this journey. Developed ...
Hosted by Jaclyn Winer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mansfield, MA 02048
Now Enrolling: Are you a parent navigating the challenges of raising a child with anxiety or OCD? I am thrilled to present Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a game-changing program designed to guide you through this journey. Developed ...
IFS Healing Circle
This IFS Healing Circle offers an opportunity to explore your internal system of ‘parts’ in a supportive group setting. Through guided meditation, journaling, dyad and larger group experiences you will: Foster greater understanding and appreciation for the parts of you ...
This IFS Healing Circle offers an opportunity to explore your internal system of ‘parts’ in a supportive group setting. Through guided meditation, journaling, dyad and larger group experiences you will: Foster greater understanding and appreciation for the parts of you ...
Music, Mindfulness, and Stress Management
Through music listening, imagery, and reflection, connect with your inner resources. By deeply experiencing your positive resources within and matching it to music you can learn to access them with greater ease, and in the process re-wire your brain. The ...
Hosted by Christine Anne Routhier
Counselor, LMHC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gloucester, MA 01930
Through music listening, imagery, and reflection, connect with your inner resources. By deeply experiencing your positive resources within and matching it to music you can learn to access them with greater ease, and in the process re-wire your brain. The ...
Transpersonal Group Psychotherapy | Virtual
An open group model of transpersonal work that draws from psychotherapy and mysticism, creates a miniature intentional community to guide interpersonal relationships, and experience the self in a group setting with collective feedback and progress. These areas are discussed as ...
Hosted by Rainer Goldberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Salem, MA 01970
An open group model of transpersonal work that draws from psychotherapy and mysticism, creates a miniature intentional community to guide interpersonal relationships, and experience the self in a group setting with collective feedback and progress. These areas are discussed as ...
Women’s Psychotherapy Group
Group therapy focuses on interpersonal relationships. It provides opportunities for members to learn with and from one another, to understand one’s patterns of thoughts and behaviors, as well as those of others and to better understand how people react to ...
Hosted by Kim McNamara
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Winchester, MA 01890
Group therapy focuses on interpersonal relationships. It provides opportunities for members to learn with and from one another, to understand one’s patterns of thoughts and behaviors, as well as those of others and to better understand how people react to ...
Neurodivergent Group - ages 16-20
A group primarily for young adults on the autism spectrum, but other neurodivergent profiles welcome. A 10 week psychotherapy and psychoeducational group to discuss social and occupational issues related to neurdivergent diagnoses.
Hosted by Rebecca Girard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CAS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boston, MA 02115
A group primarily for young adults on the autism spectrum, but other neurodivergent profiles welcome. A 10 week psychotherapy and psychoeducational group to discuss social and occupational issues related to neurdivergent diagnoses.
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy Skills Group
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Hosted by Ann L Greenbaum-Mucia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pittsfield, MA 01201
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Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse Group
From Survivor to Thriver Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse Group Therapy. Wednesdays 7pm-8:15pm starting November 1st to December 20th. Structured format including psychoeducation and trauma recovery skill building. Learn self care and how to build healthy relationships. Guidance towards your ...
From Survivor to Thriver Adult Survivors of Childhood Abuse Group Therapy. Wednesdays 7pm-8:15pm starting November 1st to December 20th. Structured format including psychoeducation and trauma recovery skill building. Learn self care and how to build healthy relationships. Guidance towards your ...
Girl's Group: My sibling is on the Autism Spectrum
While the child with ASD often gets a lot of support and resources, I am particularly empathetic to the siblings that are impacted by ASD. I would love to provide a group setting where girls (of various ages) can come ...
While the child with ASD often gets a lot of support and resources, I am particularly empathetic to the siblings that are impacted by ASD. I would love to provide a group setting where girls (of various ages) can come ...
Grief and Loss Group
Losing a loved one is a journey that no one should walk alone. The Grief and Loss Support Group is here to provide a compassionate and supportive environment for those experiencing grief. This group is a place to share your ...
Hosted by Safe Space Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, LMHC, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Randolph, MA 02368
Losing a loved one is a journey that no one should walk alone. The Grief and Loss Support Group is here to provide a compassionate and supportive environment for those experiencing grief. This group is a place to share your ...
If you love someone with Bipolar. (In January.)
If you love someone with Bipolar, you might feel overwhelmed: You’re struggling with stuff that’s way beyond your control. But we are here–for you–others going through the same thing, and professionals who care and can help. In service to you, I'm eager ...
Hosted by Shane MacDonald, LICSW, New Inspiration LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, MA 02155
If you love someone with Bipolar, you might feel overwhelmed: You’re struggling with stuff that’s way beyond your control. But we are here–for you–others going through the same thing, and professionals who care and can help. In service to you, I'm eager ...
Migrating to Minority
A therapeutic group for International students of all backgrounds to discuss their experience in becoming minorities.
A therapeutic group for International students of all backgrounds to discuss their experience in becoming minorities.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Massachusetts?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. Most therapy groups will meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.