LPC Consult Group
Are you feeling alone in private practice? Do you need support? That is how I felt for years when I was working alone in a private practice. The group focuses on therapists who need support. We discuss cases, new laws, ...
Hosted by Towler Counseling
LPC, CPCS, CMAC, CCTP, DBT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30350
Are you feeling alone in private practice? Do you need support? That is how I felt for years when I was working alone in a private practice. The group focuses on therapists who need support. We discuss cases, new laws, ...
Sex Abuse Trauma Group
Hosted by Bertrina Olivia West Al-Mahdi
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norcross, GA 30071
When Love is Not Enough
Perhaps you’re a newly committed couple seeking a strong start. Or you’re in a longtime relationship that’s going through a rough patch. When we partner with another person, we bring together two different sets of values, beliefs and world views. ...
Hosted by The Couples College
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CHT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30345
Perhaps you’re a newly committed couple seeking a strong start. Or you’re in a longtime relationship that’s going through a rough patch. When we partner with another person, we bring together two different sets of values, beliefs and world views. ...
Mixed Adult Psychotherapy groups&Supervision Gps
This is for individuals who want to deal with life issues which mainly constitute individual, relational and life experience issues in a safe environment. I run this group along with co-therapist Michael Chafin.
Hosted by Karen Faulk
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, Approve, Supervi
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30309
This is for individuals who want to deal with life issues which mainly constitute individual, relational and life experience issues in a safe environment. I run this group along with co-therapist Michael Chafin.
Woman's Support Group
I am working on putting together an adolsescent and adult woman's process group for eating disorders and depression support. Let me know if you are interested in joining a women's group.
Hosted by Ginair Goodwin McKerrow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sandy Springs, GA 30328
I am working on putting together an adolsescent and adult woman's process group for eating disorders and depression support. Let me know if you are interested in joining a women's group.
mens group
Hosted by DuVal Cravens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30324
Mental Health Support for Overwhelmed Entrepreneur
African American women are the fastest growing business owners in the United States and also some of the most overworked, overwhelmed and underpaid. We offer time limited, intimate wellness groups for Black women who want to grow their wellness as ...
African American women are the fastest growing business owners in the United States and also some of the most overworked, overwhelmed and underpaid. We offer time limited, intimate wellness groups for Black women who want to grow their wellness as ...
New Moms Therapy Group
Motherhood is hard and you don’t have to do it alone. Come learn coping skills to manage your new life and confide in other moms who get it. Join us for 8 weeks and learn to: Identify your “safe circle” ...
Hosted by Crystal M. Johnson
Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30328
Motherhood is hard and you don’t have to do it alone. Come learn coping skills to manage your new life and confide in other moms who get it. Join us for 8 weeks and learn to: Identify your “safe circle” ...
Alcohol and Drug Evaluations (912) 642-4752
***Alcohol and Drug Evaluations (912) 642-4752 If you are on probation or facing court mandates! Are you in need of a court-approved alcohol and drug evaluation to fulfill legal requirements? Our specialized court-approved evaluations offer: ? Thorough Assessment: Our evaluations ...
Hosted by SAP Evaluations
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, CADC-II, SAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Savannah, GA 31401
***Alcohol and Drug Evaluations (912) 642-4752 If you are on probation or facing court mandates! Are you in need of a court-approved alcohol and drug evaluation to fulfill legal requirements? Our specialized court-approved evaluations offer: ? Thorough Assessment: Our evaluations ...
Professional Consultation Group
This group is for licensed therapist seeking to consult with other therapists to sharpen clinical skills, get support for self as therapist issues, get case & business development feedback from other practitioners, increase self care & professional competency, break professional ...
Hosted by Deana Riley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Peachtree City, GA 30269
This group is for licensed therapist seeking to consult with other therapists to sharpen clinical skills, get support for self as therapist issues, get case & business development feedback from other practitioners, increase self care & professional competency, break professional ...
Social Skills & Emotion Management -MS and HS
DBT, Social skills, and emotional regulations
Hosted by Alan Behrman & Associates, PC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30062
DBT, Social skills, and emotional regulations
Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents
Begins February 20th, every Monday at 6pm for 8 weeks. This is a process group for adults 18+ and is open to all genders. This group was inspired by the book of the same name. Please email cindy@familyandfriendscou nseling.com to ...
Hosted by Cindy Urrutia
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dalton, GA 30720
Begins February 20th, every Monday at 6pm for 8 weeks. This is a process group for adults 18+ and is open to all genders. This group was inspired by the book of the same name. Please email cindy@familyandfriendscou nseling.com to ...
Anger Management or Values - English or Spanish
One is for clients who only speak Spanish or would prefer to have it in Spanish and the other is English only
Hosted by Darlene Nielsen
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MFT, CC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30340
One is for clients who only speak Spanish or would prefer to have it in Spanish and the other is English only
Diet-Free Weight Loss
Diets fail. People don't. Our weight loss program is for those who want to lose weight without shame/blame hopelessness that diets bring. Everyone knows what to do to lose weight. But KNOWING doesn’t = doing. The elements that create success ...
Hosted by Laura Temin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LPC, DCH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Roswell, GA 30076
Diets fail. People don't. Our weight loss program is for those who want to lose weight without shame/blame hopelessness that diets bring. Everyone knows what to do to lose weight. But KNOWING doesn’t = doing. The elements that create success ...
Anxiety/Depression Management
This group is for any individuals who have been diagnosed with GAD, PTSD, or MDD. Qualification for group is to complete 4-6 sessions of individual therapy.
Hosted by Catalyst Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Savannah, GA 31410
This group is for any individuals who have been diagnosed with GAD, PTSD, or MDD. Qualification for group is to complete 4-6 sessions of individual therapy.
I'm a Queen
I'm a Queen : Rebuilding Self-esteem one step at a time! The Group will consist of 6 women who will meet weekly to work on building their self-esteem. Each week their will be a new topic discussed concerning self-esteem. This ...
Hosted by Breathe. Listen. Reflect Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CCATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Decatur, GA 30030
I'm a Queen : Rebuilding Self-esteem one step at a time! The Group will consist of 6 women who will meet weekly to work on building their self-esteem. Each week their will be a new topic discussed concerning self-esteem. This ...
LGBTQ Couple Therapy: Enhance Your Communication
Improve your communication with your partner in our 6-week workshop, designed for LGBTQ couples. Guided by a licensed professional, this program offers an inclusive setting to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen bonds. Workshop Specifics: Duration: 6 Weeks: Choose between in-person ...
Hosted by Nahomie Julien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCII, CDVS, CAMS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Norcross, GA 30071
Improve your communication with your partner in our 6-week workshop, designed for LGBTQ couples. Guided by a licensed professional, this program offers an inclusive setting to deepen mutual understanding and strengthen bonds. Workshop Specifics: Duration: 6 Weeks: Choose between in-person ...
Making Lemonade; Breast Cancer Support Group
This is a 4 week course for adults dealing with breast cancer and it’s effects on daily life. This course offers strategies and tools for how to address the emotional piece to healing after a diagnosis. Key areas addressed: the ...
Hosted by Julia Jerome
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pooler, GA 31322
This is a 4 week course for adults dealing with breast cancer and it’s effects on daily life. This course offers strategies and tools for how to address the emotional piece to healing after a diagnosis. Key areas addressed: the ...
Project F.O.C.U.S.
Fathers Offering Counseling, Understanding and Structure Mission Statement: Project F.O.C.U.S. will work with local school boards and service agencies to provide life coaching, counseling, and community support to male students who don’t have a father in the home. Vision: Increase ...
Hosted by United Metro Boys Academy LLC
Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Marietta, GA 30008
Fathers Offering Counseling, Understanding and Structure Mission Statement: Project F.O.C.U.S. will work with local school boards and service agencies to provide life coaching, counseling, and community support to male students who don’t have a father in the home. Vision: Increase ...
DBT Skills Group
This group focuses on learning how to tolerate and overcome unwanted emotions. Our skills group goes for 10 weeks at a time to cover each module within the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy training including Distress Tolerance Skills, Emotion Regulation Skills, and ...
Hosted by Meshai Dixon-Olivares
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30315
This group focuses on learning how to tolerate and overcome unwanted emotions. Our skills group goes for 10 weeks at a time to cover each module within the Dialectical Behavioral Therapy training including Distress Tolerance Skills, Emotion Regulation Skills, and ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Georgia?
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.