Support Groups in 60201
Stronger Together is a therapy group for high school age young women and transgender teens. Participants engage in open conversation, creative expression and authentic connection within a safe, supportive environment. Stronger Together provides an opportunity to address both ordinary and traumatic life challenges. The group experience empowers young people to find and honor their true selves, and sustain healthy relationships with individuals and communities.
Hosted by Beth Holzhauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
As a culturally affirming trauma therapist, my highest intention is to restore dignity to those who have been marginalized or exiled from our human community because of their traumatic experiences. I see therapy as a journey we embark on together, where I am invited not only to tread the well-worn paths of our shared humanity, but also to walk reverently into the sacred spaces of my clients' life stories. I approach this work with humility, deep respect, and a fierce commitment to my clients' well-being. I am known to hang in there when things get tough, and I enjoy a healthy dose of playfulness and humor in every relationship.
This supportive, process oriented ongoing group is for Women over 45 who are dealing with life transitions such as career changes, taking care of elderly parents, illness, divorce, death, issues with teen and/or young adult children, and more.
Hosted by Jill A Sisler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
I have been treating adolescents and adults for over 25 years who have presented with substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, trauma and mood disorders. I have a special interest is in working with young adults who are navigating life transition issues. Prior to going into private practice I worked within a variety of different settings including; psychiatric units, substance abuse treatment facilities, eating disorder treatment programs, and managed care.
Hosted by Jennifer Erin Gregg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ATR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
We are a welcoming and inclusive group of mental health professionals focused on helping our diverse clients feel better quickly, function more effectively, and live more rewarding lives. We offer a range of cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, couples therapy, family systems, and coaching services. A board-certified psychiatrist is available to provide medication evaluation and medication management to patients as needed.
All of us -- women and men, young and old, poor, middle class and upscale folks, minorities and majorities -- have to deal with complexity. As a therapist I help heal hurts from the past, assist clients in managing present challenges, and work collaboratively to create more satisfying future lives. The people who see me for individual, couples and family therapy represent a culturally diverse group. Their difficulties range from anxiety and depression, to stress disorders, OCD/OCPD, relationship problems, employment issues, and bereavement. Many of these women and men report quick progress in better managing their personal, family, academic, and work lives.
An opportunity to confidentially share in your unique experiences and to be part of an on going support group Potential topics of discussion might include: How cultural Influences impact life circumstances ; Lifestyle issues and their impact on relationships Managing cultural norms which are at odds with your unique cultural experiences and understanding how your distinctive experiences affect your mood and emotions. Matters of racialized stress and trauma will also be a focus for this group work.
Hosted by Michelle Diane James
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
I work with individuals in a collaborative way. This approach allows for an authentic experience for those who are interested in understanding how lifestyle concerns impact one's relationships. I'm interested in helping clients understand how their distinctive experiences affect mood and emotion. I expecially focus on the ways individuals are impacted by their cultural experience and how that impacts life circumstances.
Intensive psychotherapy group for young adults (early 20s to early 30s) going through life transitions who are interested in growing a healthy sense of self and developing authentic connections with their peers. Topics include: familial relationships, performance, academic and career growth, self-image, body issues, self care, dating and sexuality. Space available for one MALE-identifying participant in this group, please inquire.
Hosted by Nadia Greenspan
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CGP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
When I was looking for my first therapist, I wanted someone older and smarter to tell me what to do, how to take the pain away. Twenty five years and six therapists later, I want a Sherpa - someone who's been where I have yet to go to show me that it's possible. I've already lived through several lifetimes. I've sat through the havoc of a divorce and the shame of causing pain to my children, the confusion of starting anew, the anxiety of dating, the elation of a new love and a crushing heartbreak of a betrayal. The agonizing loneliness of falling asleep in an empty bed and the complete inability to get up the next morning.
Transcend issues of anxiety, loneliness, mis-communication, anger, and shame to build better relationships in your life. This is an on-going process group that is held online. It provides a supportive environment that allows you to strengthen healthy, interpersonal communications in your life by examining interactions both outside and within the group.
Hosted by Isabelle Reiniger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
I help my clients lead less burdensome, more joyful, and more emotionally connected lives. Together we can: find new tools to deal with challenging situations; uncover the reasons you are feeling down and rekindle excitement in your life; break patterns of fear and develop coping mechanisms to make success possible; work through feelings of low self-esteem and build confidence; move past the obstacles that prevent you from fostering deeper connections with others; identify the causes of obsessive thinking and help transcend the problem; and break free of destructive patterns and develop new skills to improve your life.
Too often men who are abused feel disconnected from themselves and the people around them. Gender expectations can interfere with men seeking help and receiving the support they deserve. This 10 week structured group is intended for male survivors at all stages of the healing journey. It will provide education about sexual and physical abuse and how current behaviors often are linked to past abuse. We believe in the power of communities to heal. Group therapy offers community, creating something unique and complementary to individual therapy. In group, stories and voices are shared, validated and appreciated.
Hosted by Judith Ierulli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Judith Ierulli specializes in working with adolescent and adult survivors of sexual, physical and emotional trauma. Judith holds a deep knowledge of trauma and abuse and the profound ways it affects survivors and those closest to them throughout the life cycle. Judith provides a safe place for survivors to work through the impact of abuse on one's sense of self, sexual identity, sense of trust and relationships. She provides concrete tools to help survivors manage symptoms, and also works within a mind-body framework. Judith's expertise includes working with Posttraumatic Stress reactions, dissociation and self-harming behaviors.
Group therapy is designed to accelerated growth by bringing us into close rapport with other people in a safe environment and to shed light on how we interact in relationship, partnership and emotionally in our lives. Within this environment, we engage to develop new skills and heal wounds and trauma from our past. Interacting in a group process brings to the surface our best and worst sides (our light and our shadow.) It is in the context of our relationships that we can come to appreciate our gifts and heal our wounded parts.
Hosted by Steve Thorpe
Counselor, LCPC, EMDR, IFS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
My approach to psychotherapy is to create a safe space where you can explore and heal the difficult and painful issues that are showing up in your life. Together we will move beyond problem-solving into releasing the deeply held mistaken beliefs and core unresolved issues behind your symptoms. My body-centered and somatic approach allows me to work directly with your nervous system to address symptoms like anxiety, racing thoughts, and irrational fears as well as feeling stuck, depressed and unavailable or unresponsive to life and relationships.
Are you or someone you know struggling with ADHD? Our 10-week therapeutic support group is designed to provide a supportive and informative environment for individuals grappling with ADHD symptoms. Led by experienced therapists, our group sessions offer education, coping skills training, and a space for open discussion. Each week, participants will explore different aspects of ADHD management, including organization, time management, create accountability, and emotional regulation. Join us to connect with others facing similar challenges, gain practical strategies, and build a supportive network as you navigate life with ADHD.
Hosted by Emma Cheski
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
I work with individuals, couples, and teenagers on a variety of issues, including relationship issues, emotional regulation, anxiety, life transitions, identity issues, trauma, and executive functioning issues. Additionally, I work with infidelity, polyamory, the queer community, the kink community, and family systems. I have experience working with people across their lifespans, ranging from adolescents to older adults, individuals with developmental disabilities, and people of various cultural and economic backgrounds. I specialize in working with adults with ADHD and autism, couples, and trauma.
Sometimes we just feel better when we can talk with other girls. This groups is designed to give students an outlet to talk about what is important to them and put it in perspective. This group will explore several topics: Cliques, peer pressure, self esteem, relationships and more!
Hosted by AASC For Help LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
We are a team of therapists serving children in individual and group therapy sessions. No one is born with an instruction manual. We learn through trial and error. However, sometimes children get stuck in this process. Whether it is a bump in the road, a devastating event or one's own stagnation; growth and progress are put on hold. It doesn't have to be that way! Less problems are possible in a healthy environment with dedicated professional therapists willing to meet you every step of the way. Help is out there. All you have to do is AASC (ASK).
Hosted by Ross Jacob
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Working with male perpetrators of Domestic Violence. Over the past thirty years, I have worked with over nine hundred men: both court-referred and self-referred. The goal of intervention being to challenge belief systems and help men gain the tools to manage and self-regulate so they can communicate non-aggressively.
Hosted by Jerry Zabin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDVP, ACSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
In practice for over 40 years, I have a great deal of experience with adolescents, adults and couples. Area of specialization working with perpetrators of and family members impacted by domestic violence. Anxiety and life adjustments are also an area of specialty. Retired as high school social worker, I've worked with hundreds of adolescents and families. It is my belief that emotional energy is finite and that helping you in achieving balance can be so very helpful in finding solutions to emotional distress. Jazz trumpet is my avocation and I work to pass along the lessons I have learned relating to persistence and mindfulness.
Hosted by Jennifer Martinez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
--Find and support your well being drawing on CBT, DBT, nutrition, healthy sleep, lifestyle steps, herbalism, meditation, spirituality, and working on your inner and outer relationships --Each session will have education and experiential exercises, all wrapped in motivational interviewing to make it practical --Insurances covered: BlueCross/BlueShield PPO, Northwestern University Student Health, and out-of-network reimbursement. Out-of-network fee $320 for the series -- 8 Tuesdays, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM, July 11 through August 29 in Downtown Evanston
I mostly work in an Internal Family Systems (IFS), relational way. To me that means working in therapy towards having good enough internal harmony. Life is hard and life is amazing. Because life can be hard, we often have to get into intense, protective relationships with ourselves. Then parts of us can be pushed into the shadows. So we can wind up feeling "out of whack" and living our daily lives can be harder. Therapy can help us work with our multifaceted psychology so that we then have greater internal friendship and harmony. That can then translate into our relationships, our work, and our lives in the world.
Spiritual Books from various religious paths and has been helpful in recovering from both process and substance addictions. The format of this group includes reading assignments in a book, a 15 minute meditation, and sharing with a therapy group one's journey toward awakening into freedom. Meditation will also be used to guide group members toward greater choice and finding peace and calm in one's heart and mind. Please call Dr. Denise Giblin at 847-347-0753
Hosted by Dr. Denise Simmons Giblin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, MS, LCSW, EMDR, Couples
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
People come to me with problems of anxiety, depression, trauma, and relationship issues. I have been in practice for 28 years working with adults of all ages, and I am attuned to understanding childhood patterns that no longer work and may contribute to one's current stress. Trained in both psychodynamic understanding, as well as the newer modes of somatic intervention, I remain focused while maintaining a constancy of care and compassion. As clients and therapists, we all work with our strongest intention to create a peaceful and centered approach to ourselves and with the people most important to us.
Unbroken Family Counseling exists to help individuals using a diverse team of highly trained and experienced therapists and community partnerships. Our therapists are trained in several areas ranging from early childhood development to the complex issues that effect marriage. So whether you are dealing with a serious issue involving drugs and violence or just need help navigating the storm our team can help. We work closely with the community by seeking strong working partnerships with schools, doctors, hospitals, houses of worship, and other community resources to help our clients achieve their mental health goals. Please give us a call today.
Hosted by Addie Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Does your anxiety take over at the worst possible moments of your day? Do you feel like you try harder and harder to change unhelpful habits but don’t seem to follow through on? Getting stuck in this cycle is exhausting, feels shameful, and depleting. What if you were to try different and not harder? My goal is to help people manage difficult experiences before it leads them to flake on friends, use substances, or have conflict in relationships. I work with adults and young adults to empower themselves to deal with life on life's terms.
This is a group for returning college students meeting August 3rd - 31st 10:00 - 11:15 (Saturday Mornings) Join our engaging therapy group designed to help college students transition back to campus life with ease and confidence. Each week focuses on fun, creative ways to manage anxiety, set boundaries, and build a supportive community through art, music, and dance! The Journal of College Counseling found that students who participated in group therapy reported better academic performance, more satisfying social interactions and an overall sense of well-being, contributing to greater success in both academic and personal spheres.
Hosted by Insideout Living, Incorporated
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Evanston, IL 60201
Are you worried that a painful experience is negatively influencing the way you live or how you connect with others? Do you have trouble relaxing? Do you look just fine on the outside and struggle on the inside. Do you keep wondering why you need help, when you’re so self sufficient in other areas. Are you returning to therapy, after a break and see other areas that you want to address? Are you exhausted? Is the traumatic impact of racism creating a different level of anxiety, anger and overwhelmed? We can help you pause, breathe & create a plan to live in the ways you’ve been wanting to. You’re closer than you think!
Be part of an ongoing group that supports your full recovery. Here we'll continue to develop new mindsets and approaches to becoming free from eating disorder thoughts, feelings and behaviors. The best part of the group is being with other people in recovery who "get it" - and are on the same path towards recovery, right alongside you. What to Expect: Enhance interpersonal skills and mindfulness Address issues of shame, judgement, self-worth Explore mixed feelings about recovery Enhance motivation for recovery Develop your ability to emotionally self-regulate Increase positive body awareness and expression
Connections Health is collaborative counseling for individuals, families, couples, and groups. This isn't one-size-fits all counseling. We embrace a blend of approaches and resources so you get support that truly works for you. We're a creative mix of highly skilled, caring clinicians here to make therapy less like work and more like discovery.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 60201?
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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.