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New Directions meets with an open group from 7-8pm on Thursdays.
Hosted by Myiesha Beard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, LMHP, CAMS-II, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Zachary, LA 70791
New Directions meets with an open group from 7-8pm on Thursdays.
Career Success Coaching
Life-skills group, designed to help adolescents and young adults overcome professional and academic barriers to success. From navigating questions about attire & interview skills to budgeting & managing finances, the Career Success Group is offered both virtually and in-person.
Hosted by Brandon S. Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Charles, LA 70611
Life-skills group, designed to help adolescents and young adults overcome professional and academic barriers to success. From navigating questions about attire & interview skills to budgeting & managing finances, the Career Success Group is offered both virtually and in-person.
Walk n' Talk
Hosted by Gregory H. Salerian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
Balm of Gilead Christian Counseling Center
At Balm of Gilead Christian Counseling Center, LLC, therapy is approached from a systems perspective. i.e. every facet of life is considered in goal-setting. Our clients are therefore able to work towards well-rounded solutions. We work with clients in a ...
Hosted by Taniesha Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70810
At Balm of Gilead Christian Counseling Center, LLC, therapy is approached from a systems perspective. i.e. every facet of life is considered in goal-setting. Our clients are therefore able to work towards well-rounded solutions. We work with clients in a ...
Music and Art Therapy Group For Kids
Unlock the power of music for your child's well-being with our engaging Music Therapy sessions! Tailored specifically for kids who have difficulty with anger management, anxious thoughts and depressed moods. Led by certified therapists and professional music artists, our sessions ...
Hosted by Tryphena Jenkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Shreveport, LA 71105
Unlock the power of music for your child's well-being with our engaging Music Therapy sessions! Tailored specifically for kids who have difficulty with anger management, anxious thoughts and depressed moods. Led by certified therapists and professional music artists, our sessions ...
Anger Management
Our group sessions offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking to manage their anger effectively. Led by experienced counselors and coaches, our program focuses on practical strategies, communication skills, and mindfulness techniques to help participants gain control over ...
Hosted by Motivate Wellness Behavioral & Relationship Health
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gretna, LA 70053
Our group sessions offer a safe and supportive environment for individuals seeking to manage their anger effectively. Led by experienced counselors and coaches, our program focuses on practical strategies, communication skills, and mindfulness techniques to help participants gain control over ...
Baton Rouge Perinatal Counseling, LLC
Monthly group therapy options available for: Matrescence (the birth of the mother), Healing after Pregnancy Loss, Remembering their Lives (infant loss), Hope in Waiting (infertility), Supporting Parents with Medically Fragile/ High Needs Children, Mothers Grieving their own Mothers, Restoration (healing ...
Hosted by Samantha Rauber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70809
Monthly group therapy options available for: Matrescence (the birth of the mother), Healing after Pregnancy Loss, Remembering their Lives (infant loss), Hope in Waiting (infertility), Supporting Parents with Medically Fragile/ High Needs Children, Mothers Grieving their own Mothers, Restoration (healing ...
Life Skills for Pre-teens and Teens
If you are looking for guidance on how to educate your child on substance use, creating healthy boundaries with others, overcoming conflicts, and building self esteem this group is for you. Each week your teen will meet with a licensed ...
Hosted by Talisia Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Shreveport, LA 71115
If you are looking for guidance on how to educate your child on substance use, creating healthy boundaries with others, overcoming conflicts, and building self esteem this group is for you. Each week your teen will meet with a licensed ...
Therapists of New Orleans
Therapist of New Orleans is a small private practice group located in the Uptown/University area. Clinicians are experienced in working with a diverse group of clients from a broadly psychodynamic approach, integrating cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, and dialectical behavioral techniques in a ...
Therapist of New Orleans is a small private practice group located in the Uptown/University area. Clinicians are experienced in working with a diverse group of clients from a broadly psychodynamic approach, integrating cognitive-behavioral, emotion-focused, and dialectical behavioral techniques in a ...
LGBT Adolescent Therapy & Support Group
A therapy and support group for individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender, non-binary, questioning or queer. A safe space to share experiences and build community. For adolescents and young adults. Cost is $20 per group. This is an ...
A therapy and support group for individuals who identify as gay, lesbian, bi-sexual, transgender, non-binary, questioning or queer. A safe space to share experiences and build community. For adolescents and young adults. Cost is $20 per group. This is an ...
Gambling Concerns Me
"Gambling Concerns Me" group focuses on the issue of problem gambling from the view point of loved ones as well as individuals who fear they might be caught in the throws of a potential addiction. Each week we not only ...
Hosted by Brigitte Emanuel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lacombe, LA 70445
"Gambling Concerns Me" group focuses on the issue of problem gambling from the view point of loved ones as well as individuals who fear they might be caught in the throws of a potential addiction. Each week we not only ...
The Relationship Institute
Hosted by Dr. Maria Shantell Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LMFT, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70806
Bipolar Support Group
The Bipolar Support Group is a professionally lead group in which those with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder will be able to share with others who have this disorder their issues and challenges while seeking to improve coping skills, communication, ...
Hosted by Lydia T Roy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, LA 71303
The Bipolar Support Group is a professionally lead group in which those with a diagnosis of bipolar disorder will be able to share with others who have this disorder their issues and challenges while seeking to improve coping skills, communication, ...
"Unmasking Autism" Therapy Group
Please join Well Psychotherapy for an 8 week experience of embracing radical visibility through the lens of Dr. Devon Price's book Unmasking Autism. Starts 8/20/2023, held virtually. This group is open to all self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed masked* autistic adults. ...
Hosted by Christine Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, PLPC, MT-BC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70119
Please join Well Psychotherapy for an 8 week experience of embracing radical visibility through the lens of Dr. Devon Price's book Unmasking Autism. Starts 8/20/2023, held virtually. This group is open to all self-diagnosed or formally diagnosed masked* autistic adults. ...
Somatic Snacks
20 minute, virtual somatic practice to help you decrease stress, gain energy, and build that mind-body connection! Live or recording available. Having a hard time integrating healthful practices into your daily life? Here's your answer!
Hosted by Eleanor Hamilton-Wohl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70130
20 minute, virtual somatic practice to help you decrease stress, gain energy, and build that mind-body connection! Live or recording available. Having a hard time integrating healthful practices into your daily life? Here's your answer!
North Bossier Counseling
North Bossier Counseling provides counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings. Our therapists specialize in a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-image, relational problems, substance use, stress, anger, behavior, and crisis ...
Hosted by North Bossier Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Benton, LA 71006
North Bossier Counseling provides counseling services for children, adolescents, and adults in individual, family, and group settings. Our therapists specialize in a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, self-image, relational problems, substance use, stress, anger, behavior, and crisis ...
Lion Rock Online Substance Abuse Counseling
Telehealth Addiction Treatment Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Services (Drug testing Available)
Hosted by Shari M Purry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Gretna, LA 70053
Telehealth Addiction Treatment Outpatient and Intensive Outpatient Services (Drug testing Available)
Inner Light Therapy Center
Hosted by Marlon Washington- Tempest Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70506
A Home In Each Other - Marriage Foundations
Being able to securely rest in the love and good will of our spouse is usually a strong component of our dream for marriage. When that goes awry it shakes our foundation and brings deep disappointment that often gets acted ...
Hosted by Carolyn Burns, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Covington, LA 70433
Being able to securely rest in the love and good will of our spouse is usually a strong component of our dream for marriage. When that goes awry it shakes our foundation and brings deep disappointment that often gets acted ...
Hypnotherapy Adjunct
Hypnotherapy is a wonderful adjunct to any psychiatric or psychological therapy plan. We hold the same standards regarding the Hippocratic oath--to do no harm. Every client is treated with dignity and respect and accepted without judgement from where they are. ...
Hosted by Mind Path Therapies LLC
Counselor, CCHt, CAHA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70506
Hypnotherapy is a wonderful adjunct to any psychiatric or psychological therapy plan. We hold the same standards regarding the Hippocratic oath--to do no harm. Every client is treated with dignity and respect and accepted without judgement from where they are. ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Louisiana?
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.