Support Groups in 93720
A?n in person support group for medical trauma. This group is designed for family members who've experienced a life altering diagnosis. It is a place to safely process your thoughts, answer questions, and find support while working towards acceptance. Hosted by Ayanna Scott-Hernandez LCSW The first Saturday of every month at 10am. Please email us with any questions you may have or to register: info@cultivatingabetteryou.com. F?ind me on Alma! Follow our practice "Cultivating a Better You" on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for more support group opportunities.

Hosted by Ayanna Kaia Scott-Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93720
A?n in person support group for medical trauma. This group is designed for family members who've experienced a life altering diagnosis. It is a place to safely process your thoughts, answer questions, and find support while working towards acceptance. Hosted by Ayanna Scott-Hernandez LCSW The first Saturday of every month at 10am. Please email us with any questions you may have or to register: info@cultivatingabetteryou.com. F?ind me on Alma! Follow our practice "Cultivating a Better You" on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn for more support group opportunities.
95% of diets and weight-loss programs fail because they don't treat addiction and its underlying causes; Lifestyle Transformation does. Lifestyle Transformation is an out-patient treatment program designed to assist individuals struggling with compulsive eating to develop a healthy relationship with food. Effective therapy addresses the underlying issues in creating a permanent lifestyle change. The Lifestyle Transformation program is divided into 3 phases.

95% of diets and weight-loss programs fail because they don't treat addiction and its underlying causes; Lifestyle Transformation does. Lifestyle Transformation is an out-patient treatment program designed to assist individuals struggling with compulsive eating to develop a healthy relationship with food. Effective therapy addresses the underlying issues in creating a permanent lifestyle change. The Lifestyle Transformation program is divided into 3 phases.
Through an innovative and proven three phase treatment program, our intensive outpatient group therapy approach gives participants the resources, support, and structure needed to experience a successful recovery from the damaging effects of pornography and sexual addiction. There is life after addiction. There is life after trauma. Many have experienced healing through LifeSTAR of the Central Valley.

Through an innovative and proven three phase treatment program, our intensive outpatient group therapy approach gives participants the resources, support, and structure needed to experience a successful recovery from the damaging effects of pornography and sexual addiction. There is life after addiction. There is life after trauma. Many have experienced healing through LifeSTAR of the Central Valley.
The Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) is an evidence-based listening therapy which acts as a non-invasive, acoustic vagal nerve stimulator, helping to re-tune the nervous system to better support connection, collaboration and resilience. Suitable for children and adults, the SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences and more. The Safe & Sound Protocol is: Developed and patented by Dr. Stephen Porges, author of the Polyvagal Theory; Activates the client’s social engagement system, helping to accelerate and enhance therapeutic outcomes; Supports physiological state regulation, allowing for greater resilience.

Hosted by Valente Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, PPS
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93720
The Safe & Sound Protocol (SSP) is an evidence-based listening therapy which acts as a non-invasive, acoustic vagal nerve stimulator, helping to re-tune the nervous system to better support connection, collaboration and resilience. Suitable for children and adults, the SSP has demonstrated benefits for individuals with trauma, anxiety, sensory processing differences and more. The Safe & Sound Protocol is: Developed and patented by Dr. Stephen Porges, author of the Polyvagal Theory; Activates the client’s social engagement system, helping to accelerate and enhance therapeutic outcomes; Supports physiological state regulation, allowing for greater resilience.
Through an innovative and proven three phase treatment program, our intensive outpatient group therapy approach gives participants the resources, support, and structure needed to experience a successful recovery from the damaging effects of pornography and sexual addiction. There is life after addiction. There is life after trauma. Many have experienced healing through LifeSTAR of the Central Valley.

Through an innovative and proven three phase treatment program, our intensive outpatient group therapy approach gives participants the resources, support, and structure needed to experience a successful recovery from the damaging effects of pornography and sexual addiction. There is life after addiction. There is life after trauma. Many have experienced healing through LifeSTAR of the Central Valley.
As an entrepreneur, it can be overwhelming to consistently meet the complex demands of your business while also attending to your mental and emotional needs. Our group therapy sessions are designed to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs—such as business owners, executives, lawyers, therapists, and church leaders—prioritize self-care and mental health. The group therapy we offer is geared toward professionals who want to live purposefully and fulfill their life mission while growing and scaling their businesses. By providing you with a peer group that understands the psychological and emotional impacts of being an entrepreneur,

As an entrepreneur, it can be overwhelming to consistently meet the complex demands of your business while also attending to your mental and emotional needs. Our group therapy sessions are designed to help purpose-driven entrepreneurs—such as business owners, executives, lawyers, therapists, and church leaders—prioritize self-care and mental health. The group therapy we offer is geared toward professionals who want to live purposefully and fulfill their life mission while growing and scaling their businesses. By providing you with a peer group that understands the psychological and emotional impacts of being an entrepreneur,
This 5-session series will provide those working towards the Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential with 10 hours of group supervision/consultation. Each 2-hour session consists of an exploration of Play Therapy concepts and principles, along with case consultation. Participants will develop their skills in case conceptualization in Play Therapy. Throughout the series, each participant will complete one observation as required for the RPT process. The experience provides a supportive and comfortable space to explore your experience as a play therapist. This series is open to licensed practitioners and unlicensed practitioners under clinical supervision.* www.clovissupervision.com

Hosted by Valente Orozco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, RPT-S, PPS
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93720
This 5-session series will provide those working towards the Registered Play Therapist (RPT) credential with 10 hours of group supervision/consultation. Each 2-hour session consists of an exploration of Play Therapy concepts and principles, along with case consultation. Participants will develop their skills in case conceptualization in Play Therapy. Throughout the series, each participant will complete one observation as required for the RPT process. The experience provides a supportive and comfortable space to explore your experience as a play therapist. This series is open to licensed practitioners and unlicensed practitioners under clinical supervision.* www.clovissupervision.com
A LifeSTAR program designed specifically for teens with pornography or sexual addictions. If you have discovered that your teenager has been exposed to pornography or is making habitual unhealthy sexual choices, YouthSTAR offers help and hope. Our program is designed to help young people heal from addictions to pornography, compulsive masturbation, and other compulsive sexual behaviors.

A LifeSTAR program designed specifically for teens with pornography or sexual addictions. If you have discovered that your teenager has been exposed to pornography or is making habitual unhealthy sexual choices, YouthSTAR offers help and hope. Our program is designed to help young people heal from addictions to pornography, compulsive masturbation, and other compulsive sexual behaviors.
Starting January 2023

Starting January 2023
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The American Counseling Association is a membership organization representing licensed professional counselors, counseling students, and other counseling professionals in the United States. It is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors.

The American Counseling Association is a membership organization representing licensed professional counselors, counseling students, and other counseling professionals in the United States. It is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors.
This highly structured treatment program, for both men and women, is designed to address chemical dependencies that do not require detox or residential care. Consisting of individual therapy, group counseling, 12-step studies, and addiction education; patients can live at home, work a job, and continue everyday life while also seeking recovery.

This highly structured treatment program, for both men and women, is designed to address chemical dependencies that do not require detox or residential care. Consisting of individual therapy, group counseling, 12-step studies, and addiction education; patients can live at home, work a job, and continue everyday life while also seeking recovery.
This group helps those who want to improve their ability to engage in meaningful and close relationships. Many things can get in the way of you having the relationships you want: fear, anxiety, depression, loss, various painful experiences. Group members will be helped to interact with one another in ways that allow them learn more about themselves, how their relationship histories are impacting their current relationships, and how they can help one another to have more effective and enjoyable relationships. Members must commit to attend on a weekly basis.

This group helps those who want to improve their ability to engage in meaningful and close relationships. Many things can get in the way of you having the relationships you want: fear, anxiety, depression, loss, various painful experiences. Group members will be helped to interact with one another in ways that allow them learn more about themselves, how their relationship histories are impacting their current relationships, and how they can help one another to have more effective and enjoyable relationships. Members must commit to attend on a weekly basis.
Psycho-spiritual awakening group for women

Psycho-spiritual awakening group for women
PRIVATE ONE-ON-ONE, 50-minute weekly classes SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AND APPROVED TO MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS FOR COURT-ORDERED ANGER MANAGEMENT. It is also offered to NON court-ordered individuals. As a Nationally Certified Anger Management Specialist, Susan Hill can help you learn to relate with others in healthier ways, improve your understanding of why you respond the way you do, and help you work to improve your quality of relationships. Participation in workbook exercises and discussion teaches skills that everyone should learn! Due to confidentiality considerations, visitors are not permitted. (This is NOT a domestic-violence prevention class.)

Hosted by Susan S. Hill
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CAMS-I
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93710
PRIVATE ONE-ON-ONE, 50-minute weekly classes SPECIFICALLY DESIGNED AND APPROVED TO MEET ALL REQUIREMENTS FOR COURT-ORDERED ANGER MANAGEMENT. It is also offered to NON court-ordered individuals. As a Nationally Certified Anger Management Specialist, Susan Hill can help you learn to relate with others in healthier ways, improve your understanding of why you respond the way you do, and help you work to improve your quality of relationships. Participation in workbook exercises and discussion teaches skills that everyone should learn! Due to confidentiality considerations, visitors are not permitted. (This is NOT a domestic-violence prevention class.)
Gathering in a retreat house for 3 nights and 3 days we create safe and sacred space for a body-soul journey of healing, renewal and transformation. Through mask making, expressive movement, guided visualizations and dream work we explore the wisdom, creativity and capacity for healing we hold within us. For dates, locations and tuition see Retreats at www.soulandearth.com

Gathering in a retreat house for 3 nights and 3 days we create safe and sacred space for a body-soul journey of healing, renewal and transformation. Through mask making, expressive movement, guided visualizations and dream work we explore the wisdom, creativity and capacity for healing we hold within us. For dates, locations and tuition see Retreats at www.soulandearth.com
This is a process group in which we will work as a team to identify effective coping skills, reduce thinking errors, and empower one another to manage our emotions. There is no specific format for the group as it will be tailored to the participating individuals. If you are looking for therapy that is affordable, easily accessible, and with other individuals who can support and offer you their own perspectives, then email me to be put on my waitlist. This is a closed group conducted through telehealth and will begin when there are at least five individuals on the waitlist.

This is a process group in which we will work as a team to identify effective coping skills, reduce thinking errors, and empower one another to manage our emotions. There is no specific format for the group as it will be tailored to the participating individuals. If you are looking for therapy that is affordable, easily accessible, and with other individuals who can support and offer you their own perspectives, then email me to be put on my waitlist. This is a closed group conducted through telehealth and will begin when there are at least five individuals on the waitlist.
"Dream Again" is not just a group; it's a transformative experience that empowers you to embrace change, rebuild your life, and chart a course towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. Join us on this inspiring journey as we navigate the path of transition together and learn to dream again. Your next chapter starts here!

"Dream Again" is not just a group; it's a transformative experience that empowers you to embrace change, rebuild your life, and chart a course towards a brighter, more fulfilling future. Join us on this inspiring journey as we navigate the path of transition together and learn to dream again. Your next chapter starts here!
Group is for adolescents ages 14-17. Group will allow students to practice social skills, learn communication skills and skills to relieve anxiety and depression symptoms. This is a diversity forward & LGBTQIA+ supportive environment. Most insurances accepted. Inquire if interested in learning more about group.

Group is for adolescents ages 14-17. Group will allow students to practice social skills, learn communication skills and skills to relieve anxiety and depression symptoms. This is a diversity forward & LGBTQIA+ supportive environment. Most insurances accepted. Inquire if interested in learning more about group.
Join Our 12-Week Virtual Psychedelic Integration Group! Seeking a deeper understanding of your psychedelic experiences? This supportive group offers a safe & welcoming space to explore, integrate, & make meaning of your journey. What to Expect: Guided Discussions, Integration Activities, Supportive Environment. Who Should Attend: Any adult in California or Colorado who has had a psychedelic experience & is looking to process it in a therapeutic, virtual setting. When: 12 weeks starting 11/4/2024, Tuesdays from 12-1pm Pacific. Spaces are limited! Schedule an initial assessment to reserve your spot today. For more information, contact CatherineHarrisPsyD@yahoo.com.

Join Our 12-Week Virtual Psychedelic Integration Group! Seeking a deeper understanding of your psychedelic experiences? This supportive group offers a safe & welcoming space to explore, integrate, & make meaning of your journey. What to Expect: Guided Discussions, Integration Activities, Supportive Environment. Who Should Attend: Any adult in California or Colorado who has had a psychedelic experience & is looking to process it in a therapeutic, virtual setting. When: 12 weeks starting 11/4/2024, Tuesdays from 12-1pm Pacific. Spaces are limited! Schedule an initial assessment to reserve your spot today. For more information, contact CatherineHarrisPsyD@yahoo.com.
Walk With Harmony is a practice where we focus on the healing of individuals, couples, families, and youth. At Walk With Harmony, we focus on meeting people where they are. Our biggest goal is to create a space where each person feels comfortable to explore and heal from their pain and trauma. Our modalities of treatment consist of EMDR, Gottman Method, Somatic Experiences (Yoga & Mindfulness), Person-centered, and Play Therapy. We also provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff, as well as EMDR consultation.

Hosted by Donald Turnmire
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, 200 YTT, TCYM, EMDRIA
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93710
Walk With Harmony is a practice where we focus on the healing of individuals, couples, families, and youth. At Walk With Harmony, we focus on meeting people where they are. Our biggest goal is to create a space where each person feels comfortable to explore and heal from their pain and trauma. Our modalities of treatment consist of EMDR, Gottman Method, Somatic Experiences (Yoga & Mindfulness), Person-centered, and Play Therapy. We also provide clinical supervision to unlicensed staff, as well as EMDR consultation.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in 93720?
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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.