Support Groups in 35226

This is for people who are pursuing sobriety and want help in addition to their recovery program of choice. We go through 9 different topics relating to emotional sobriety and maintaining chemical sobriety. Building Community is critical to maintaining sobriety, and this is a large part of Step by Step. Many people come to this group and choose to remain for a while due to finding it helpful because of the accountability and the deeper connections made when sharing authentically in a safe space.
Hosted by Maggie Banger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, spirituality, individuation, vocation, and addiction issues. I am passionate about helping people find fulfillment in their lives through embracing total wellness. I believe seeing worth as an individual is critical to a healthy spiritual outlook and to cultivating hope. Restore Counseling Services is birthed out of a spiritual desire for all to see hope manifested in daily life through practical application of spiritual principles. Everyone is capable of learning and applying tools to improve their quality of life.
(205) 512-3071 View (205) 512-3071
Think you may be a sex addict but not sure? In this eight session educational experience you will learn the basics of recognizing the problems of compulsive sexual behavior, work toward identifying whether or not your sexual behavior is an addiction, and learn some vital relapse prevention skills. Are you ready for change? Here is an easy entry point to that journey. Call me for more information.
Hosted by Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.
(205) 509-2004 View (205) 509-2004
8 woman or less discussing the trauma, effects, consequences and healing from Childhood Sexual Abuse.
Hosted by Rhonna W Phillips Counseling & Therapy Srvcs, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
I have 35+ yrs experience. Clients know deep down what they need. My job is to help the person explore their thoughts and feelings & find their own direction for happier or healthier living. I respect a client's self direction & his/her readiness for change. I will explore, guide, probe, even challenge in a kind, gentle and respectful way. I am trained to provide Collaborative Practice/Mediated conflict resolutions; out of court, preserving the dignity of the individuals & relationships. Clients tell me I have a keen sense of understanding their perspectives, they feel respected, & I am greatly helpful to them.
(205) 210-9996 View (205) 210-9996
Schumacher Intensives is a monthly, one-day, small group (no more than 10), classroom format, pre-addiction curriculum for problem drinkers led by a Clinical Psychologist. Schumacher Intensives are held at beautiful Ross Bridge Golf Resort and Spa, Barber Motorsports Park and Museum, or Grand Bohemian Hotel Mountain Brook with a catered lunch.
Hosted by Joseph E Schumacher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Are you or others concerned about your drinking. Not interested in treatment. Need professional advice. See if you are eligible for Schumacher Intensives. Schumacher Intensives is a one-day, small group, classroom format, pre-addiction program for problem drinkers. Schumacher Intensives is an effective and convenient addition to the existing continuum of care when traditional treatment is too much, and peer support is not enough.
(205) 990-4149 View (205) 990-4149
Sliding Scale and Free counseling for individuals and couples.
Hosted by Affordable Counseling Therapy
MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
We are committed to treating the whole person — and their families — with caring, qualified professionals in the fields of mental health, addiction, education, and recovery support. Our team of experts address underlying causes of mental distress, substance abuse and behavioral patterns to guide clients toward lasting recovery.
(205) 619-6953 View (205) 619-6953
Join us as we walk through a mental health read together led by a licensed clinician. The chosen book will be "Set Boundaries, Find Peace."
Hosted by Nicole Jenkins
Counselor, ALC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Hi! I’m so glad you’re here! I am dedicated to creating a non-judgmental space where you can explore your emotions and beliefs on your journey towards self-discovery. With 16 years of experience working in the school setting, I enjoy helping adolescents/teenagers work through mental health challenges they may encounter. Additionally, I am passionate about helping women navigate unique life challenges - this can include motherhood, pre/post pregnancy complications, pre-term birth, perinatal loss, fertility issues, unexpected birth outcomes, endometriosis, PCOS, chronic pelvic pain, hormone imbalances, and/or (peri) menopausal.
(205) 430-9338 View (205) 430-9338
Facing...Sexual and Relationship Integrity is an educational and support group for people who have engaged in sexual behavior that damages important relationships, want to stop engaging in certain sexual behaviors, want relapse prevention skills, and/or want to integrate the 30 Task Model into their personal recovery. Using Patrick Carnes’ groundbreaking book “Facing The Shadow”, group members will engage in focused skill building through completing specific exercises that all link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual and relationship integrity. Call or email for more details.
Hosted by Hope House Counseling and Education
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Have you just found out that your spouse or significant other has been engaging in sexual behaviors and lying about it? Maybe it was sexting, an emotional affair, pornography, or other sexual behaviors. Whatever it was, it was kept from you and you feel lied to, betrayed, and fooled. Or maybe you are the one engaging in sexual behaviors that you have tried to stop but, no matter how much effort you put into stopping, you return to that same behavior over and over. Maybe you are grieving a relationship loss, trying to figure out how to parent now that things have changed or you just feel stuck in the same old patterns.
(205) 273-2280 View (205) 273-2280
Our 10-week virtual skill-building workshop offers you the unique opportunity to identify your relationship strength and growth areas, build community with other couples, and discover ways to create the relationship you want. Beginning with a customized relationship assessment, we will explore your beliefs in core areas to gain a greater understanding of yourself and your relationship. Whether you've been together 10years or 10 days, breakthrough to a deeper and more meaningful connection with the one you love. To learn more about the assessment tool visit: www.prepare-enrich.com/the-assessment
Hosted by Krystal Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW-S, PIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
You keep replaying the incident in your mind even when you don’t want to. The event has left you feeling on edge and afraid. You can’t relax and it’s impossible to be in public without looking over your shoulder. You can’t stay anywhere too long, or you fear you will come apart. People around you don’t understand and tell you to get over it. You wish you could simply get over it, but this event has taken over your life. You don’t recognize yourself, and you don’t think you can ever be the person you were before. You can’t sleep or focus. You believe the incident was your fault and think of things you should have done differently.
(205) 273-5083 View (205) 273-5083
Hosted by Deirdre Crochen Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
(205) 984-1945 View (205) 984-1945
An 8-week educational and growth-oriented group for husbands who feel stuck or frustrated in their relationships with their wives and family. If you've already tried individual or couples counseling and are looking for something different, this may be it.
Hosted by Immanuel Marsh
Counselor, MA, MDiv, ALC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
If you’re reading this, life has happened and you’re considering counseling. Maybe you’ve found yourself worrying constantly. You’re fraying at the edges. You’re missing a loved one. Getting out of bed has become a chore. Your relationships feel like a hamster wheel. Maybe Auburn Football has let you down again. No matter how you ended up where you are, counseling can be a crucial step in moving forward. Whether it’s ratcheting down the anxiety a notch, unloading the heaviness of depression, or just trying to get some traction in life - there is hope.
(205) 255-1836 View (205) 255-1836
Six week experiential group focused on how to befriend your OCD/anxiety related parts : interactive activities, creative expression, nervous system regulation tools, mindfulness based, compassion focused. Dates will be September 4th – October 2nd.
Hosted by Katie O'Donnell Pietri
Pre-Licensed Professional, ALC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Reaching out for help is hard. As your therapist, my goal is to help you walk through what comes after asking for help. One of the most important parts of being a therapist is creating a safe space for you to share your story. I honor the courage it takes in being vulnerable and make every effort to create a space where you can feel encouraged to share.
(205) 851-8596 View (205) 851-8596
This group will be for women & all of the sexual issues we experience. Sexual pain. Sexual desire struggles. Sexuality questions.
Hosted by Mind, Body & Heart Wellness Clinic
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
At Mind, Body & Heart Wellness Clinic our shared goal is to provide an integrative approach to counseling that assists you in finding your optimal mental, emotional, spiritual, and sexual health. MBH Wellness is comprised of multiple licensed therapists who specialize in and are passionate about a wide range of mental health concerns. We addresses the relational, cognitive, emotional, sexual, physical, cultural, and socio-economic factors impacting your wellbeing. When you are paired with a therapist that fits your unique needs, positive change is a logical consequence!
(205) 509-1811 View (205) 509-1811
This is a counselor facilitated support group, meeting weekly from 5:30-6:30pm, to aid in processing all types of loss that occur throughout our lifespan. This is an open format group, so you can come once, come a few times, or come each week. What is important is building community and relationships to aid us in knowing we are not alone and knowing other people can and do speak the language of grief and loss. Cost: $25 per week
Hosted by Maggie Banger
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hoover, AL 35226
I enjoy working with adults who are struggling with grief, anxiety, depression, spirituality, individuation, vocation, and addiction issues. I am passionate about helping people find fulfillment in their lives through embracing total wellness. I believe seeing worth as an individual is critical to a healthy spiritual outlook and to cultivating hope. Restore Counseling Services is birthed out of a spiritual desire for all to see hope manifested in daily life through practical application of spiritual principles. Everyone is capable of learning and applying tools to improve their quality of life.
(205) 512-3071 View (205) 512-3071
You invest in a lot of things...from your house, transportation, nails, hair, your job, other people, but who is investing in YOU! It's time for you to make yourself a priority and choose YOU! Coach K Korner is a safe place to come and process your life. Coach K Korner rotates its focus between discussing codependency and unhealthy relationship dynamics, managing anxiety and stress and the development of self love. Come join Coach K in the Korner for support, guidance, education and the motivation to address these issues in your life. For dates/times, registration, payment and questions text 205-290-3458.
Hosted by Kimberly Marable Winters
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, CEAP, SAP, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Therapist passionate about helping you make changes in your life that ultimately improve the quality of your life. Seeking to guide, educate, motivate and support you along the journey of finding the healthiest YOU possible! I seek to help people modify their responses to life experiences, change, pain and trauma. Group support is extremely beneficial so don't overlook the options presented by Coach K's Korner to address relationship issues, stress/ anxiety and spiritual growth. Text 205-960-9150 for more information.
(205) 518-9643 View (205) 518-9643
8 persons or less discussing various topics and the effects or consequences in their life and what is needed to begin healing and functioning productively.
Hosted by Rhonna W Phillips Counseling & Therapy Srvcs, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
I have 35+ yrs experience. Clients know deep down what they need. My job is to help the person explore their thoughts and feelings & find their own direction for happier or healthier living. I respect a client's self direction & his/her readiness for change. I will explore, guide, probe, even challenge in a kind, gentle and respectful way. I am trained to provide Collaborative Practice/Mediated conflict resolutions; out of court, preserving the dignity of the individuals & relationships. Clients tell me I have a keen sense of understanding their perspectives, they feel respected, & I am greatly helpful to them.
(205) 210-9996 View (205) 210-9996
Using Patrick Carnes’ book “Facing The Shadow” we will engage focused skill building, completing specific exercises that link together to form a cohesive whole toward sexual relationship integrity. Some of the exercises group members will complete are Learning and inventorying 14 ways to distort reality. Practice accountability and empathy. Learn different ways to define sex addiction. Chart and evaluate your personal addictive cycle. Practice relapse prevention skills. Learn to engage a culture of support. Learn about replacing addictive sexual fantasy with healthy sexual fantasy. Learn and apply neuropathways of addiction. Identify sexual arousal template, addictive sexual matrix, healthy sexual matrix
Hosted by Garrett Brent Irby
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, LPC, CSAT, CPTT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Are you returning to the same behavior over and over despite the consequences? Obsessing over certain behaviors and compulsively acting on them? Maybe a loved one in your life struggling with an addiction? Reaching out for help can feel like the end of the rope. For many, it feels like a free fall. You can overcome all of these struggles. You need a guide. Congratulations for courageously taking this first step. Fearful, confused, think it will never get any better? Want some guidance? Since 2012 Garrett has provided counseling services to people who have deep desires for connection with others and peace with the world.
(205) 509-2004 View (205) 509-2004
Six week experiential group focused on how to befriend your OCD/anxiety related parts : interactive activities, creative expression, nervous system regulation tools, mindfulness based, compassion focused. Dates will be September 4th – October 2nd.
Hosted by Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Welcome to Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC, a group private practice providing mental health therapeutic services to the greater Birmingham area. All our clinicians are licensed with specific areas of expertise and skills to best match the client’s needs. Each clinician offers a unique modality that addresses how past distressing or disturbing experiences reveal itself in the body; this includes targeting maladaptive beliefs about oneself, felt sense/body sensations, emotions, and images.
(205) 928-8532 View (205) 928-8532
For those who have completed their Masters Degree and intend to work toward full Licensure as an LPC in AL. Individual Supervision is required but can be supplemented with Group Supervision which adds to the learning opportunities and can save cost.
Hosted by Rhonna W Phillips Counseling & Therapy Srvcs, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
I have 35+ yrs experience. Clients know deep down what they need. My job is to help the person explore their thoughts and feelings & find their own direction for happier or healthier living. I respect a client's self direction & his/her readiness for change. I will explore, guide, probe, even challenge in a kind, gentle and respectful way. I am trained to provide Collaborative Practice/Mediated conflict resolutions; out of court, preserving the dignity of the individuals & relationships. Clients tell me I have a keen sense of understanding their perspectives, they feel respected, & I am greatly helpful to them.
(205) 210-9996 View (205) 210-9996
Join us as we walk through a mental health read together led by a licensed clinician. The chosen book will be "Set Boundaries, Find Peace" as we prepare for the upcoming holiday season. Dates will be September 3rd - October 8th.
Hosted by Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Birmingham, AL 35226
Welcome to Birmingham Therapy Services, LLC, a group private practice providing mental health therapeutic services to the greater Birmingham area. All our clinicians are licensed with specific areas of expertise and skills to best match the client’s needs. Each clinician offers a unique modality that addresses how past distressing or disturbing experiences reveal itself in the body; this includes targeting maladaptive beliefs about oneself, felt sense/body sensations, emotions, and images.
(205) 928-8532 View (205) 928-8532

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Hosted by Ebone Newton
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Vestavia Hills, AL 35216
(205) 813-1513 View (205) 813-1513
FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups

How can I find a support group in 35226?

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.

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.