Canyon Mournings Group Grief Therapy
Trusting others to witness you in your grief can be incredibly supportive and healing. The process of letting go is sacred and multilayered. Give yourself the gift of space to feel, tell your story, and grieve with others who are ...
Hosted by Erica Edwards Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94131
Trusting others to witness you in your grief can be incredibly supportive and healing. The process of letting go is sacred and multilayered. Give yourself the gift of space to feel, tell your story, and grieve with others who are ...
The Not So Distant Future - A Comic Arts Workshop
The Not So Distant Future is a one-time informal comic art workshop designed to help you move past feelings of stuckness and visualize yourself achieving a goal. We will draw where you are now, where you would like to be, ...
Hosted by Hillary Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90025
The Not So Distant Future is a one-time informal comic art workshop designed to help you move past feelings of stuckness and visualize yourself achieving a goal. We will draw where you are now, where you would like to be, ...
I Hate Weekends
Due to their unstructured nature, weekends can be a difficult time for many people in recovery from depression, anxiety or substance abuse. The "I Hate Weekends" group is an ongoing weekly therapy group that meets on Sundays to provide the ...
Hosted by Jesse Sandler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Due to their unstructured nature, weekends can be a difficult time for many people in recovery from depression, anxiety or substance abuse. The "I Hate Weekends" group is an ongoing weekly therapy group that meets on Sundays to provide the ...
Westside Gambling Treatment
We specialize in the treatment of gambling disorder.
Hosted by David Leong
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90018
We specialize in the treatment of gambling disorder.
CBT for Anxiety
Are you struggling with anxiety and looking for tools you can use now? Whether it be social anxiety, general anxiety, phobias, or panic attacks, this group breaks down the concepts of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) in a way that you ...
Hosted by Stephanie Gilbert
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90406
Are you struggling with anxiety and looking for tools you can use now? Whether it be social anxiety, general anxiety, phobias, or panic attacks, this group breaks down the concepts of cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) in a way that you ...
Mom Mood Boost Postpartum Support Group (AG)
A pregnancy & postpartum support group just for mom! Mom Mood Boost is a process group facilitated by Megan Richert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Perinatal Mental Health Certified Therapist. Come meet other new moms, process all things pregnancy & ...
A pregnancy & postpartum support group just for mom! Mom Mood Boost is a process group facilitated by Megan Richert, Licensed Clinical Social Worker & Perinatal Mental Health Certified Therapist. Come meet other new moms, process all things pregnancy & ...
Mind Body and Food: Process and Skills Group
Group therapy offers an understanding environment to process feelings and learn new healthy coping skills. It is a time and space to be with others who understand thoughts and behaviors associated with eating disorders/ disordered eating and to gain support ...
Hosted by Monica Rixon
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
Group therapy offers an understanding environment to process feelings and learn new healthy coping skills. It is a time and space to be with others who understand thoughts and behaviors associated with eating disorders/ disordered eating and to gain support ...
What's Working and What's Not?
We all have ways of dealing with life's stressors. Sometimes they work for us and sometimes they don't. What's Working and What's Not is a support group for anyone who would like to discuss their stressors and expand their coping ...
We all have ways of dealing with life's stressors. Sometimes they work for us and sometimes they don't. What's Working and What's Not is a support group for anyone who would like to discuss their stressors and expand their coping ...
Men’s Support Group
This group is for adult men. As men, we are often given the message that emotions and vulnerability make us weak. Much of the time we learn to create surface level relationships and struggle to communicate what we are actually ...
Hosted by Oriyan Maor
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Simi Valley, CA 93063
This group is for adult men. As men, we are often given the message that emotions and vulnerability make us weak. Much of the time we learn to create surface level relationships and struggle to communicate what we are actually ...
Mindfulness 101 TBA
DO YOU WISH FOR MORE PEACE AND ACCEPTANCE? HAVE YOU WANTED TO LEARN JUST THE BASICS OF MINDFULNESS. This is a one hour group for 3 weeks. It is an introduction to the many practices of mindfulness. Each week will ...
Hosted by Meika Hamisch
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pacific Grove, CA 93950
DO YOU WISH FOR MORE PEACE AND ACCEPTANCE? HAVE YOU WANTED TO LEARN JUST THE BASICS OF MINDFULNESS. This is a one hour group for 3 weeks. It is an introduction to the many practices of mindfulness. Each week will ...
Men's Process Group
The Men's Psychotherapy Group meets for 90 minutes every week. The group addresses such topics as relationship issues, anxiety and depression, life transitions, career pressures and other areas of particular concern to men. I am a Certified Group Psychotherapist. Please ...
Hosted by John Chebultz
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, CGP, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90212
The Men's Psychotherapy Group meets for 90 minutes every week. The group addresses such topics as relationship issues, anxiety and depression, life transitions, career pressures and other areas of particular concern to men. I am a Certified Group Psychotherapist. Please ...
Dual Diagnosis Treatment
Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Adult Men and Women suffering from Addiction, Mental Health, Impulsivity, and other behavioral health disorders.
Hosted by California Centers for Recovery
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
Dual Diagnosis Treatment for Adult Men and Women suffering from Addiction, Mental Health, Impulsivity, and other behavioral health disorders.
Coping with the Personality Disordered
The group ranges from 4 to 7 members and encourages self care and understanding of the difficult relationship struggles that occur when a family member has a Personality Disorder. This group is also open to people who have a Personality ...
Hosted by Nicoli Tucker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Northridge, CA 91324
The group ranges from 4 to 7 members and encourages self care and understanding of the difficult relationship struggles that occur when a family member has a Personality Disorder. This group is also open to people who have a Personality ...
Women's Growth Group
We are a unique process group for women who are interested in following their passion, sharing their accomplishments, and furthering their dreams as well as reworking past experiences. Introspective work with a twist of adventure, healthy risk taking and humor. ...
Hosted by Bette Ozburn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Verne, CA 91750
We are a unique process group for women who are interested in following their passion, sharing their accomplishments, and furthering their dreams as well as reworking past experiences. Introspective work with a twist of adventure, healthy risk taking and humor. ...
Anxiety
Often, anxiety can get in the way, our nerves can get the best of us. In this group, we learn what we can do to be our best self when it matters most.
Hosted by Dr Markus Rogan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Often, anxiety can get in the way, our nerves can get the best of us. In this group, we learn what we can do to be our best self when it matters most.
Process Group for Athletes
Group Therapy for high school athletes to come together, process their stressors while connecting with other fellow athletes. They will learn to identify their triggers, apply positive mindset, set realistic expectations, implement coping strategies to self soothe and improve performance. ...
Hosted by Ashley Hudson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Yorba Linda, CA 92886
Group Therapy for high school athletes to come together, process their stressors while connecting with other fellow athletes. They will learn to identify their triggers, apply positive mindset, set realistic expectations, implement coping strategies to self soothe and improve performance. ...
Eras Support Group
If Taylor Swift is your special interest, this group is for you! A mix of lyric analysis, art therapy, music therapy, and mental health content, this group celebrates the eras of your life. Find community and friendship, vulnerability and fun…. ...
Hosted by Miranda Millican, PDA Affirming Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92102
If Taylor Swift is your special interest, this group is for you! A mix of lyric analysis, art therapy, music therapy, and mental health content, this group celebrates the eras of your life. Find community and friendship, vulnerability and fun…. ...
APIDA Highly Sensitive Person Support Group
A compassionate space for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) adults to share their HSP experiences, receive support, and learn skills. Group members will have a deeper understanding of their sensitivity, uncover their unique strengths, gain new tools to care ...
Hosted by Priyanka Pathak
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
A compassionate space for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) adults to share their HSP experiences, receive support, and learn skills. Group members will have a deeper understanding of their sensitivity, uncover their unique strengths, gain new tools to care ...
Mindfulness-Based Relapse Prevention
If you're stable in recovery from addictive behaviors, committed to living with your new-found freedom, and want solid relapse prevention skills, this 8-week group could be fantastic for you. Through a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices, you'll ...
Hosted by Mary Ann Abosch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, TMF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90403
If you're stable in recovery from addictive behaviors, committed to living with your new-found freedom, and want solid relapse prevention skills, this 8-week group could be fantastic for you. Through a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness practices, you'll ...
DBT Skills Groups
The Suzanne Wallach Psychotherapy DBT Program offers skills groups based on the model developed by Dr. Masha Linehan and Behavioral Tech. The program facilitates several weekly skills groups for adults and one weekly skills group for adolescents. Groups are aimed ...
Hosted by Daniele Lewin
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Beverly Hills, CA 90210
The Suzanne Wallach Psychotherapy DBT Program offers skills groups based on the model developed by Dr. Masha Linehan and Behavioral Tech. The program facilitates several weekly skills groups for adults and one weekly skills group for adolescents. Groups are aimed ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.