Support Groups in 28226
This is a quarterly offering to enhance mental health led by Jen Ratajczak. Attuning to the seasons to increase embodiment, regulation, intuition, connection and seasonal goal setting. This is a non-clinical offering that can be taken as a single offering or group of 4. Workshop includes elements of and creative intention setting activities. Spring Equinox March 17th 2024. More details/registration at rootedtherapy.com

This is a quarterly offering to enhance mental health led by Jen Ratajczak. Attuning to the seasons to increase embodiment, regulation, intuition, connection and seasonal goal setting. This is a non-clinical offering that can be taken as a single offering or group of 4. Workshop includes elements of and creative intention setting activities. Spring Equinox March 17th 2024. More details/registration at rootedtherapy.com
Open to current and previous patients of RRC ages 18 and up.

Open to current and previous patients of RRC ages 18 and up.
This Group focuses on the difficulties of parenting children while experiencing chronic pain. This group will explore the dynamics of parenting and chronic pain, pain de-escalation skills, pain pacing specific to parenting, exploration of children's reactions and feelings when having a parent in chronic pain or illness, and psychoeducational on pain. This group is virtual. Please visit my website for more information on days/times. Group is open to NC, SC, and GA.

Hosted by Lucy Dunning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS, BC-TMC, NCC, PMH-C
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This Group focuses on the difficulties of parenting children while experiencing chronic pain. This group will explore the dynamics of parenting and chronic pain, pain de-escalation skills, pain pacing specific to parenting, exploration of children's reactions and feelings when having a parent in chronic pain or illness, and psychoeducational on pain. This group is virtual. Please visit my website for more information on days/times. Group is open to NC, SC, and GA.
I am a contracted therapist for South Charlotte Family Counseling working with 8 other LCMHC's, all specializing in various areas of mental health.

Hosted by Danielle DeFrancesco
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, NCC, CCMHC, MCAP, CCTP
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
I am a contracted therapist for South Charlotte Family Counseling working with 8 other LCMHC's, all specializing in various areas of mental health.
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.

Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.
A 12 week in-person group with a maximum 8 individuals who desire to take new steps toward healing by learning how to incorporate their memories and coping into more helpful approaches for reconnection in all areas of daily life. Each session provides outlets for overcoming unwanted, negative beliefs, as well as reduce trauma's emotional isolation and build mutual acceptance and empathy. For further information or registration instructions, please email Samantha Bowling, samanatha@haventraumacenter.com.

A 12 week in-person group with a maximum 8 individuals who desire to take new steps toward healing by learning how to incorporate their memories and coping into more helpful approaches for reconnection in all areas of daily life. Each session provides outlets for overcoming unwanted, negative beliefs, as well as reduce trauma's emotional isolation and build mutual acceptance and empathy. For further information or registration instructions, please email Samantha Bowling, samanatha@haventraumacenter.com.
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a safe space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build an allyship, and learn ways to set healthy occupational boundaries.

Hosted by Alexandria D. (The Transparent Therapist)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a safe space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build an allyship, and learn ways to set healthy occupational boundaries.
This process and support group is for men in early recovery from addiction who are prepared to "dive deeper" into the questions, "How did I get here and how do I not go back there?" Pre-screeening required.

Hosted by Michelle Holleman
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCAS, CSAT, CPTT, CMAT
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This process and support group is for men in early recovery from addiction who are prepared to "dive deeper" into the questions, "How did I get here and how do I not go back there?" Pre-screeening required.
A safe and supportive space to process trauma and build resilience together. Whether you are navigating recent experiences or healing from long standing wounds, this group offers a stable environment where you can share, reflect, and connect with others on a similar path. Contact Samantha for information at samantha@haventraumacenter.com or 828.406.6075. Group begins May 27, 2025 and ends August 12, 2025.

Hosted by Christopher A. Cook
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, PhD, MA, LCMHC, LPC, QS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
A safe and supportive space to process trauma and build resilience together. Whether you are navigating recent experiences or healing from long standing wounds, this group offers a stable environment where you can share, reflect, and connect with others on a similar path. Contact Samantha for information at samantha@haventraumacenter.com or 828.406.6075. Group begins May 27, 2025 and ends August 12, 2025.
Is it your time? Are you ready to explore the deeper layers of yourself in a supportive, safe space? I will be hosting a small, focused women’s group to read and work through The Shadow Work Journal by S.J. Walker. Together, over 4 weeks, we’ll explore shadow work through reflective exercises, gentle discussion, and practical tools to: • Uncover hidden beliefs and emotional patterns • Release guilt, shame, and self-criticism • Embrace your full, authentic self with compassion.

Hosted by Art of Care Counseling
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCASA, NCC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
Is it your time? Are you ready to explore the deeper layers of yourself in a supportive, safe space? I will be hosting a small, focused women’s group to read and work through The Shadow Work Journal by S.J. Walker. Together, over 4 weeks, we’ll explore shadow work through reflective exercises, gentle discussion, and practical tools to: • Uncover hidden beliefs and emotional patterns • Release guilt, shame, and self-criticism • Embrace your full, authentic self with compassion.
This group is for women who are at a place in their lives where they are entering a new “chapter” of their lives and want to make intentional decisions. For many people, this can be exciting and also stressful. New beginnings give us an opportunity for fresh new starts, and for some people, they are the chance to firmly put the past behind us. My group, Bold New Chapter™ is based on what I have learned over the course of 30 years in practice. Let's create your new chapter with intention and success.

Hosted by Christine F Simpson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP, PMH-C, CIMHP
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This group is for women who are at a place in their lives where they are entering a new “chapter” of their lives and want to make intentional decisions. For many people, this can be exciting and also stressful. New beginnings give us an opportunity for fresh new starts, and for some people, they are the chance to firmly put the past behind us. My group, Bold New Chapter™ is based on what I have learned over the course of 30 years in practice. Let's create your new chapter with intention and success.
P&G Clinical Services wants to first thank you for stopping by. We understand, that you are busy trying to make a living and/or taking care of your families but tending to our psychological health, is as important. Our most vital assets are our mental, emotional, and physical health. So, we want to congratulate you on investing in yourself today. Give us a call today at (704) 207-0995 we would be pleased to assist you. We are accepting new patients! Hablamos y ofrecemos servicios en Español. Estamos aceptando nuevos pacientes

Hosted by P & G Clinical Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCMHCS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
P&G Clinical Services wants to first thank you for stopping by. We understand, that you are busy trying to make a living and/or taking care of your families but tending to our psychological health, is as important. Our most vital assets are our mental, emotional, and physical health. So, we want to congratulate you on investing in yourself today. Give us a call today at (704) 207-0995 we would be pleased to assist you. We are accepting new patients! Hablamos y ofrecemos servicios en Español. Estamos aceptando nuevos pacientes
This male sex addiction recovery group is led by a therapist with specialized training in both sex addiction recovery and Christian sex therapy. The group is a combination of process (where each person is both engaged personally with the therapist and with other men in group in an affirming, safe atmosphere) and psycho-educational where the therapist will select the group's relevant areas of need to address key dynamics in the recovery process. The group also begins to focus on the deeper intimacy needs of the addicts, where healthy emotional bonding begins to take place within the group.

Hosted by Grace Healing Journey, PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCMHC, EFT, CST, CSAT tr
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This male sex addiction recovery group is led by a therapist with specialized training in both sex addiction recovery and Christian sex therapy. The group is a combination of process (where each person is both engaged personally with the therapist and with other men in group in an affirming, safe atmosphere) and psycho-educational where the therapist will select the group's relevant areas of need to address key dynamics in the recovery process. The group also begins to focus on the deeper intimacy needs of the addicts, where healthy emotional bonding begins to take place within the group.
This group is two hours each week for eight weeks. Each week focuses on a different topic with both in group and at home practice to build mindfulness skills. An initial consultation is required and the the fee will be applied to the group cost for anyone who enrolls in group.

Hosted by Steve Hanna Interventions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC, LCAS
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
This group is two hours each week for eight weeks. Each week focuses on a different topic with both in group and at home practice to build mindfulness skills. An initial consultation is required and the the fee will be applied to the group cost for anyone who enrolls in group.
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.

Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.

Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.
Are you seeking a compassionate and supportive environment for your recovery journey? We invite you to join our caring process group, created specifically for individuals at any stage of their recovery. Over the course of 10 weeks, this group will focus on essential topics such as relapse prevention, understanding triggers, and setting personal goals, all while ensuring a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your path to healing. We’re here for you every step of the way. The group will begin June 5th, 2025, and last 10 weeks (excluding 6/19/2025 and 7/03/2025).

Hosted by Elizabeth Caroline Ratajczak
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCAS, LCSWA, LMSW, EMDR
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
Are you seeking a compassionate and supportive environment for your recovery journey? We invite you to join our caring process group, created specifically for individuals at any stage of their recovery. Over the course of 10 weeks, this group will focus on essential topics such as relapse prevention, understanding triggers, and setting personal goals, all while ensuring a safe and nurturing space where you can explore your path to healing. We’re here for you every step of the way. The group will begin June 5th, 2025, and last 10 weeks (excluding 6/19/2025 and 7/03/2025).
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.

Hosted by Simone B.
Licensed Professional Counselor, M Ed, PSC, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
Corporate Comforts is a counseling group designed for women of color in business settings. This group is a space to discuss microaggressions, address the pay disparity, build allyship, and learn way to set occupational boundaries. Call 704-533-5810 or email info@solacecc.org for details.
During this group you will have a chance to hear others’ experiences as you embark on this new adventure of parenthood. The challenges and joys of raising a child from birth - 2 years old will be addressed. Women will learn tools and share ways to bring a wellness approach to their daily lives, and in turn, help their babies and families too! Some focuses of this group include: Previous Expectations of Life With A Newborn, Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Body Changes, and Returning To Work. This is an open, virtual group.

Hosted by Matone Counseling and Testing
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Group meets in Charlotte, NC 28226
During this group you will have a chance to hear others’ experiences as you embark on this new adventure of parenthood. The challenges and joys of raising a child from birth - 2 years old will be addressed. Women will learn tools and share ways to bring a wellness approach to their daily lives, and in turn, help their babies and families too! Some focuses of this group include: Previous Expectations of Life With A Newborn, Baby Blues vs. Postpartum Depression, Postpartum Anxiety, Body Changes, and Returning To Work. This is an open, virtual group.
Are you nervous about adulting? It can be tough being a young adult in today’s world! You might be experiencing difficulty adjusting to college or finding that job you really want (or any job at all). Maybe your roommate is causing you stress. Maybe you just want to feel better about yourself! If so, this group is for you. Join us as we explore these topics and more. This will be a safe space for all young adults ages 18-24. This is an open, virtual group starting 9/13/2023.

Are you nervous about adulting? It can be tough being a young adult in today’s world! You might be experiencing difficulty adjusting to college or finding that job you really want (or any job at all). Maybe your roommate is causing you stress. Maybe you just want to feel better about yourself! If so, this group is for you. Join us as we explore these topics and more. This will be a safe space for all young adults ages 18-24. This is an open, virtual group starting 9/13/2023.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 28226?
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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 Behavioral 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-behavioral 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-behavioral 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 $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit 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?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
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 Behavioral 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 Behavioral 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 personalized and specialized 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.