Support Groups in 80305
In this group, you'll find a safe haven to develop assertive communication skills, allowing you to connect with your emotions and express them with clarity. No longer will you experience overwhelming shutdowns or tangled, anxiety-fueled verbal struggles. Join a small, supportive group of six others to learn and hone these skills. Facilitated by Anthony Riske (he/him), a seasoned couples and family therapist with 18 years of experience, the sessions will focus on fostering emotional safety through sharing, reflective listening, and personalized coaching on language precision, avoiding personalization, and employing effective communication strategies.
Hosted by Anthony Riske
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boulder, CO 80305
As a dedicated therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and communities navigate life’s transitions, fostering peace and fulfillment. Specializing in group therapy and communal identities, I build connections and empower clients to reshape their stories through narrative and relational therapy. I provide a nurturing space for growth and self-discovery, assisting clients in overcoming feelings of being "stuck" and promoting resilience and healing in personal challenges, relationships, and community transformations.
You can find this group on Meetup: https://www.meetup.com/Empathcommunity/
Hosted by Eva A. Malanowski
Psychologist, PsyD, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boulder, CO 80305
I am an Emotional Trauma Expert. I work with growth oriented women and men who feel stuck due to childhood trauma. I help them heal from the pain, shame and guilt they experience due to big and small traumas, so that the can live a life of true fulfillment, joy and peace. You may be suffering from anxiety and fear and utilizing unhealthy coping strategies, even addictions, that negatively impact your work and relationships. I help you heal from the pain of the past so that you can thrive in your full potential and live a life of deep meaning and purpose. Together we help you reach your full potential!
We currently have openings for our in-person/online (hybrid) DBT teen group. We will get back to you for a consultation within 48 hours. We meet 3x/month online and 1x/month in person in South Boulder. The facilitator is Dylan Leigh. Together, we'll practice coping methods, learn skillful communication, and find ways to support each other. We will learn regulation skills while having fun, learning new strategies for dealing with challenges, and connecting with peers.
Hosted by Define Your Duende
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CBTRT1
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boulder, CO 80305
Sometimes daily challenges grow to feel like they are actively holding you back. These once manageable internal blocks and environmental influences can be hard to name and even harder to break through. But there is also something calling you to reconnect and take strong steps towards truly living. The root of my work is to help you Define Your Duende -- the inherent fire that sparks your own authentic expression and inspired experience. Through talk therapy and varying modalities, we can collaboratively build a dynamic therapeutic approach that utilizes your strengths and engages your specific struggles.
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Hosted by Mark Swart - Inner Radiance Relational Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, MFTC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Boulder, CO 80305
Who are you, actually? Our sense of self is shaped by surviving our parents, social groups, and the cultures we grow up in. Is that really you? Old, unconscious reactive patterns can stop you from living the life you would like, and so can relationship injuries and stress. You CAN change and rebuild yourself in new ways, with focused time and effort! I use multiple approaches in my work. We'll focus on what you're doing right, as well as barriers or problems. I encourage awareness, mindfulness and somatic/ body based approaches along with changing unhelpful thought patterns, and clarifying your values to help direct your goals.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 80305?
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.