Support Groups in 95050
1) Practice social, communication, and coping skills in a virtual and gaming setting. 2) Learn to open up, build connections, and create memories with your peers. 3) Cultivate awareness of healthy technology use.

Hosted by Video Game Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in Santa Clara, CA 95050
1) Practice social, communication, and coping skills in a virtual and gaming setting. 2) Learn to open up, build connections, and create memories with your peers. 3) Cultivate awareness of healthy technology use.
Preparing the Field for Play: Working Analytically with Children, Adolescents and their Parents is a consultation group to discuss in depth how to organize the initial phase of treatment. Together we will explore the ways of conceptualizing the nature of a child, adolescent or family's problems. Discussion will focus on the critical aspects of working with this population and ways of establishing the frame. We will also address various transference configurations that evoke primitive states in each member in the field which, in turn, can prohibit progressive development.

Preparing the Field for Play: Working Analytically with Children, Adolescents and their Parents is a consultation group to discuss in depth how to organize the initial phase of treatment. Together we will explore the ways of conceptualizing the nature of a child, adolescent or family's problems. Discussion will focus on the critical aspects of working with this population and ways of establishing the frame. We will also address various transference configurations that evoke primitive states in each member in the field which, in turn, can prohibit progressive development.
This DBT Skills Group runs September 26-December 19, and is co-run by psychiatrist Suzanna Freerksen MD and Leilani Shields PhD. We will start each session off with a mindfulness exercise, then do a deep dive into skills related to Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance. One evaluation session with Dr. Freerksen or Dr. Shields is necessary prior to joining the group. Handouts will provided after every session. We will be using handouts from Dr. Marsha Linehan's DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets book. Buying the book is optional.

This DBT Skills Group runs September 26-December 19, and is co-run by psychiatrist Suzanna Freerksen MD and Leilani Shields PhD. We will start each session off with a mindfulness exercise, then do a deep dive into skills related to Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, Distress Tolerance. One evaluation session with Dr. Freerksen or Dr. Shields is necessary prior to joining the group. Handouts will provided after every session. We will be using handouts from Dr. Marsha Linehan's DBT Skills Training Handouts and Worksheets book. Buying the book is optional.
Program objectives: To help parents build new skills in communication and parenting and to make constructive choices for their family. Group interventions include role plays, videos, peer learning and didactic information to assist them in learning.

Hosted by Peace-It-Together Counseling Agency
Treatment Center, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Santa Clara, CA 95050
Program objectives: To help parents build new skills in communication and parenting and to make constructive choices for their family. Group interventions include role plays, videos, peer learning and didactic information to assist them in learning.
PIT was awarded a contract with the San Jose Juvenile Probation Department to provide 26-week Teen Domestic and Family Violence Intervention groups. These are open groups and gender specific. Groups address some of the following topics: Accountability;Dynamics of power and control; Nature of violence Tools and skills to prevent future abuse/violence; Effects of abuse/violence on victims, families and community; Building empathy; and Sexual respect .

Hosted by Peace-It-Together Counseling Agency
Treatment Center, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Santa Clara, CA 95050
PIT was awarded a contract with the San Jose Juvenile Probation Department to provide 26-week Teen Domestic and Family Violence Intervention groups. These are open groups and gender specific. Groups address some of the following topics: Accountability;Dynamics of power and control; Nature of violence Tools and skills to prevent future abuse/violence; Effects of abuse/violence on victims, families and community; Building empathy; and Sexual respect .
New Skills and Choices program is for parents in high conflict over the custody and visitation of their children
Classes focus on co-parenting as a separated family, increased communication and reduction of conflict, improved responsiveness to their children's questions/concerns, and awareness of the effects of their conflict on children.
Co-Parenting Counseling services are available to families who have custody/visitation court orders in place. The goals of the sessions are to help parents manage visitation and parenting conflicts and to maintain court ordered schedules. The focus is a safe and secure environment for their children.

New Skills and Choices program is for parents in high conflict over the custody and visitation of their children
Classes focus on co-parenting as a separated family, increased communication and reduction of conflict, improved responsiveness to their children's questions/concerns, and awareness of the effects of their conflict on children.
Co-Parenting Counseling services are available to families who have custody/visitation court orders in place. The goals of the sessions are to help parents manage visitation and parenting conflicts and to maintain court ordered schedules. The focus is a safe and secure environment for their children.

Hosted by Susan Valkenaar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CADC-CA
Group meets in Santa Clara, CA 95050
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It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where you can share your story without judgment, and find comfort and understanding among others who are going through a similar experience. This group will assist you in exploring your thoughts on identity changes and also have a safe space to explore your unresolved feelings.

Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, IFS
Group meets in Palo Alto, CA 94301
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where you can share your story without judgment, and find comfort and understanding among others who are going through a similar experience. This group will assist you in exploring your thoughts on identity changes and also have a safe space to explore your unresolved feelings.
At The Curiosity Center, our mission is to support individuals and families by offering personalized, comprehensive mental health services. We specialize in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Individual Teen and Adult Therapy, and Parenting Support. With each service tailored to meet your unique needs, we aim to empower, nurture resilience, and foster healthier relationships. Guided by compassion and a profound understanding of our diverse community, we provide a safe space for exploration, growth, and the transformation of lives. Together, we strive for mental wellbeing, healthier relationships and a fulfilling life journey for all. To learn more, please visit www.TheCuriosityCenter.com

At The Curiosity Center, our mission is to support individuals and families by offering personalized, comprehensive mental health services. We specialize in Child-Parent Psychotherapy, Individual Teen and Adult Therapy, and Parenting Support. With each service tailored to meet your unique needs, we aim to empower, nurture resilience, and foster healthier relationships. Guided by compassion and a profound understanding of our diverse community, we provide a safe space for exploration, growth, and the transformation of lives. Together, we strive for mental wellbeing, healthier relationships and a fulfilling life journey for all. To learn more, please visit www.TheCuriosityCenter.com
Teen group helps build self esteem and learn skills to help with anxiety and depression. Another major focus is effective communication, conflict resolution and how to have deeper relationships with friends and family. It is a safe and fun place to talk about what really matters to teens.

Hosted by Lori Macchi-Pina
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Group meets in San Carlos, CA 94070
Teen group helps build self esteem and learn skills to help with anxiety and depression. Another major focus is effective communication, conflict resolution and how to have deeper relationships with friends and family. It is a safe and fun place to talk about what really matters to teens.
This is an in-person group where middle school students learn DBT skills including emotional regulation while engaging in structured games. All genders welcome.

This is an in-person group where middle school students learn DBT skills including emotional regulation while engaging in structured games. All genders welcome.
Join our Radically-Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) Skills Class (Wednesdays online or Thursdays in-person) focusing on enhancing emotional flexibility and social connectedness. Led by experienced therapists, this class blends innovative RO-DBT principles with practical techniques to cultivate openness, vulnerability, and authenticity in relationships. Through group discussions, experiential exercises, and psychoeducation, learn to navigate social hierarchies, regulate emotions, and foster genuine connections. Whether battling perfectionism, rigidity, or social isolation, our RO-DBT Skills Class offers a supportive space to develop self-awareness, emotional expression, and interpersonal effectiveness. Embark on a journey towards emotional freedom and enriched relationships.

Join our Radically-Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) Skills Class (Wednesdays online or Thursdays in-person) focusing on enhancing emotional flexibility and social connectedness. Led by experienced therapists, this class blends innovative RO-DBT principles with practical techniques to cultivate openness, vulnerability, and authenticity in relationships. Through group discussions, experiential exercises, and psychoeducation, learn to navigate social hierarchies, regulate emotions, and foster genuine connections. Whether battling perfectionism, rigidity, or social isolation, our RO-DBT Skills Class offers a supportive space to develop self-awareness, emotional expression, and interpersonal effectiveness. Embark on a journey towards emotional freedom and enriched relationships.
An eight week skill building support group for women of color who feel like they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. What can I get from this? A safe space to openly share aspects of your story and the impact on your mental health when being strong is too much. A chance to be heard, supported and understood. An opportunity to share and develop skills, strategies for personal growth and wellbeing.

An eight week skill building support group for women of color who feel like they carry the weight of the world on their shoulders. What can I get from this? A safe space to openly share aspects of your story and the impact on your mental health when being strong is too much. A chance to be heard, supported and understood. An opportunity to share and develop skills, strategies for personal growth and wellbeing.
Long COVID is so difficult you don't have to navigate alone. Wednesdays at 9am HST / noon PST running in August and September, 2025. Eight weekly 90 minute virtual groups and all genders are welcome! This is a support group that welcomes people who have been managing and recovering from long COVID. This is an anti-oppressive, inclusive group where we value compassion, accountability, and mutual support. Please email me to fill out interest form and set up an intake video session. Intakes are $125 for 30 minutes and groups are $75 each with a maximum of 10 people.

Hosted by Conscious Partnership® Financial + Couples Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in San Jose, CA 95120
Long COVID is so difficult you don't have to navigate alone. Wednesdays at 9am HST / noon PST running in August and September, 2025. Eight weekly 90 minute virtual groups and all genders are welcome! This is a support group that welcomes people who have been managing and recovering from long COVID. This is an anti-oppressive, inclusive group where we value compassion, accountability, and mutual support. Please email me to fill out interest form and set up an intake video session. Intakes are $125 for 30 minutes and groups are $75 each with a maximum of 10 people.
Gold Crown is a DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome. Groups are held in-person and virtually. Please email if you are interested.

Gold Crown is a DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome. Groups are held in-person and virtually. Please email if you are interested.
we dive into one Kosha each month, focusing on and experiencing it through guided visualizations. The physical body that most consider to be the self is only the most dense layer. Subtler than that is the energy or pranic layer. Then comes the emotional-mental layer also seen by some as colors corresponding to different feelings. The intellectual/intuitive or the wisdom layer is next, subtler and more expansive than the prior three and encompassing them too. Finally the bliss layer is the subtlest of them all and it encompasses all the other layers and extends over and beyond them.

Hosted by Layers of Self
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, MPhil
Group meets in Saratoga, CA 95070
we dive into one Kosha each month, focusing on and experiencing it through guided visualizations. The physical body that most consider to be the self is only the most dense layer. Subtler than that is the energy or pranic layer. Then comes the emotional-mental layer also seen by some as colors corresponding to different feelings. The intellectual/intuitive or the wisdom layer is next, subtler and more expansive than the prior three and encompassing them too. Finally the bliss layer is the subtlest of them all and it encompasses all the other layers and extends over and beyond them.
Gold Crown is a DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome. Groups are held in-person and virtually. Please email if you are interested.

Hosted by Angelica Maulucci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Group meets in San Jose, CA 95128
Gold Crown is a DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome. Groups are held in-person and virtually. Please email if you are interested.
We are a collective of Hypnotherapists offering a variety of specializations, from transpersonal/spiritual to overcoming addictions. We support each other's practices by sharing techniques and client referrals. We welcome other Hypnotherapists to join us at our office in Los Gatos.

We are a collective of Hypnotherapists offering a variety of specializations, from transpersonal/spiritual to overcoming addictions. We support each other's practices by sharing techniques and client referrals. We welcome other Hypnotherapists to join us at our office in Los Gatos.
Navigating school, family, and social interactions can be a struggle at times. This group is aimed and offering a supportive environment for a small group of girls to connect while processing situations they encounter, as well as learn and practice coping skills that will help them navigate the teen years.

Navigating school, family, and social interactions can be a struggle at times. This group is aimed and offering a supportive environment for a small group of girls to connect while processing situations they encounter, as well as learn and practice coping skills that will help them navigate the teen years.
Current events are distressing in a number of ways these days. This group is designed to help people who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, stressed or otherwise having difficulties related to news and politics. The group will focus on providing support and learning/implementing stress management and coping skills that are geared toward this particular issue (and are useful in other areas). The group meets for 90 minutes weekly via video for 8 sessions, with an option to repeat the series. The cost is $600. Please contact me for more information and the dates/times that the group meets.

Current events are distressing in a number of ways these days. This group is designed to help people who may be feeling overwhelmed, anxious, depressed, stressed or otherwise having difficulties related to news and politics. The group will focus on providing support and learning/implementing stress management and coping skills that are geared toward this particular issue (and are useful in other areas). The group meets for 90 minutes weekly via video for 8 sessions, with an option to repeat the series. The cost is $600. Please contact me for more information and the dates/times that the group meets.
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How can I find a support group in 95050?
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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.