Support Groups in Burbank, CA

Our Anxiety and Depression group is a safe place for individuals looking to overcome their anxiety /depression. This is a 12 week structured group where we use CBT, Mindfulness, somatic experience and solution focused approaches.
Hosted by Therapize Me
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
Are you feeling depressed, alone, or anxious? Are you struggling with an addiction? Are you tired of fighting with your partner? Do you want to heal after a break-up or divorce? Do you want to stop attracting the same partners in your life and start dating consciously? If you answered YES to any of these questions, chances are you feel frustrated, confused, and alone. The good news is that solutions do exist for you. We have helped many individuals, couples and families reach higher ground with an action-oriented approach to healing.
(323) 745-1366 View (323) 745-1366
Hosted by Samuel Fraser
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MDiv, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
(626) 784-6092 View (626) 784-6092
Hosted by Lisa P Illingworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
(747) 285-7728 View (747) 285-7728
Why group therapy? 1. Group therapy is affordable, and offers unique opportunities for growth not readily available through individual therapy. 2. Being part of a group is exciting! It is a lively, interactive, and ever-changing experience. 3. An ongoing therapy group provides a weekly heart connection to an empathic group of others, with the potential for an experience of true acceptance and belonging. 4. Group therapy promotes a deep sense of community that is often missing from modern life.
Hosted by Christine Campbell
Marriage & Family Therapist, ATR, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
Many of us haven't had much experience with the kind of truly supportive relationships that make healing possible. A good therapeutic relationship - one that allows us to be fully ourselves while recognizing our unique potential - creates the optimal conditions for healing. I provide a place where you can feel safe to explore your most difficult feelings, to work through grief and loss, heal childhood wounds, relieve depression and anxiety, improve communication, increase self-esteem and develop more satisfying relationships. I work with individuals, couples, and groups, and I'm available for both in-person and virtual sessions.
(323) 601-5406 View (323) 601-5406
BIPOC queer men don't always have an exclusive space where they can process, heal and grow as it relates to their identities and lived experiences. Dr. Keyon L Anderson is hosting a six-week process and support group for exclusively BIPOC queer men to process their lived experiences while learning from their peers in a collaborative environment.
Hosted by Reconnect Marriage and Family Counseling
MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91506
At Reconnect, we strive to provide a space in which people feel seen, heard, and included by providing various treatment options and specialties. To meet the needs of our clients, our clinicians can assist clients with changing or modifying undesired behaviors, improve both mood and relationships, deconstructing childhood trauma, assisting children and parents with their concerns, and much more.
(818) 619-3835 View (818) 619-3835
Hosted by Dalia Marchoud
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
(747) 281-3934 View (747) 281-3934
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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs.
Hosted by Helen Garcia
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
Hi, I'm Helen - a Filipina Asian American therapist. First, I want to acknowledge your decision to start therapy. This decision might come from the realization that "something isn't right". You might be scared, lost, and dealing with a lot of anxiety, sadness, and grief. You may even be struggling secretly. But, you don't have to struggle through this alone. l believe therapy is a brave space to reclaim your identity and begin learning the skills necessary to create a meaningful life. We can work together to help unlearn patterns that don't serve you, to make space for healthy communication and peace.
(747) 319-4975 View (747) 319-4975
Increase your comfort, confidence and capacity for emotional closeness. Work through relationship difficulties, anxiety, depression, isolation and unwanted habits. Develop skills that will help you improve communication and emotional regulation. Ongoing group therapy limited to 8 people on Monday evenings. NOTE: due to current health concerns this group is meeting online.
Hosted by Erin Beldner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
Do you feel empty or like something is missing from your life? Do you feel like you're stuck or repeating the same patterns? I utilize a cognitive behavioral and mindfulness based approach to explore faulty thought and behavior patterns and help clients connect to the treasure trove of inner strengths that we each possess. I believe that we have the answers within us, but may need help to unlock what is holding us back and discover what we need to move forward. My training in Attachment Focused EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy can be helpful tools in understanding and healing from traumatic events and painful experiences.
(323) 716-1714 View (323) 716-1714
This unique and innovative 12-week Mindfulness-Based Substance abuse treatment group uses interventions based on psychological principles and incorporates the teaching of mindfulness practices to promote wellness, coping and resiliency. Many individuals benefit from participating in this substance abuse group due to the holistic approach. This group also allows for the development of a healthy social support system, the ability to learn from others, the ability to share insight, all while reducing isolation, shame, fear and guilt. You are not alone. Group will begin 1st week of May 2021.
Hosted by Veronica Miele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
Life is unpredictable & can be challenging at times, but you don’t have to face it alone. Whether you are struggling to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, fear, or acceptance, these emotions can directly impact all areas of your life. Do you what to enhance your family, personal or professional relationships? Decrease stress, or guilt? Increase peace of mind, personal growth, & become your best self? We all go through tough times in our lives when we feel like something is too difficult to manage or feel like we'll never overcome what’s getting in the way of enjoying life. You're not alone & things can improve.
(747) 529-7980 View (747) 529-7980
Hosted by Donna Cano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
(747) 269-0212 View (747) 269-0212
A compassionate space for Asian Pacific Islander Desi American (APIDA) adults to share their Highly Sensitive Person 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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs.
Hosted by Mina Yoon
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
I assist teens and adults who may be battling anxiety, depression, burnout, stress, low self-esteem, or people-pleasing tendencies. My clients seek to be empowered with a sense of agency and autonomy to become the catalyst of change in their lives. I will ensure to create a safe environment that is conducive to growth and healing. Together, we can increase self-awareness and insight, explore repeating patterns, and examine the values that you determine to be important to build a fuller, more meaningful life.
(747) 204-2685 View (747) 204-2685
A community healing space for Asian Americans to share their experiences, reflect and restore power. Gain support from like-minded Asian Americans, learn how to identify and overcome trauma responses, cultivate voice through sharing, learn assertive communication skills, and apply lessons learned into daily life.
Hosted by Joanna Chang
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
To others, you feel like an imposter in your career or relationships. You feel like you are flailing through life and constantly questioning yourself. Everyone seems to have it all together while you are barely making it through the day. Emotions take over a lot these days, and you have a hard time letting things go. You are not alone. I work with teens and adults struggling with stress, depression, burnout, anxiety, and moodiness. These issues often go hand in hand with self-doubt, self-sabotage, and imposter syndrome. I want to help you become more confident and develop a secure relationship with yourself and others.
(929) 470-1718 View (929) 470-1718
PEERS Social Skills Treatment Program Develop evidence-based skills to achieve social success! About PEERS (Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills): this successful 14-week evidence-based program is designed for parents and motivated teenagers (7th-12th grade) who are interested in learning ways to help them make and keep friends. · appropriate conversational skills · find common interests · appropriate use of humor · enter and exit conversations · handle rejection, teasing, and bullying · handle rumors and gossip · good sportsmanship · choosing appropriate friends · successful get-togethers · handling arguments and disagreements · changing a bad reputation · follow "theory of mind" and perspective taking
Hosted by Alexander Gantman
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
Dr. Alexander Gantman, received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from UCLA; and he obtained Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from Palo Alto University - Stanford University Medical School Psy.D Consortium in 2008. Until recently, when he decided to move into private practice, he was a Clinical Psychologist at the UCLA Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior, as well as an Assistant Director of the UCLA PEERS Program. Dr. Gantman was also an Autism Clinical Instructor at the UCLA Tarjan Center for Excellence in Developmental Disabilities.
(310) 683-2623 View (310) 683-2623
Part 2 of HSP Support Group: a compassionate space for Asian & Desi Heritage American adults to share their relational 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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs in context of relationship themes (family, friends, work, self, etc.).
Hosted by Priyanka Pathak
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
Hi I'm Priyanka - South Asian therapist here to help you to live more authentically. You may feel like everyone and everything around you is moving fast or moving on without you. You're feeling disconnected with your career, family, or relationship - something feels off. There's just a lot on your mind and you are trying to cope. You've reached the point when you’re done lugging around emotions from old, heavy memories and are ready to confront the stubborn worries, doubts, and fears that meddle in your intimate relationships and work.
(424) 789-7383 View (424) 789-7383
Mindfulness is a gentle awareness of the present moment without judgement. We practice mindfulness meditation in order to increase our capacity for joy and calm throughout a busy day. Additionally, this deep silence alleviates anxiety and depression and rebalances the brain's chemistry. Even in our technological 24/7 world, we can savor the moment and "Be." Please contact me if you are interested.
Hosted by Elizabeth Carr
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
I have years of experience counseling both individuals and couples. My clients gain insight, heal from trauma, find ways to communicate and remain in long-term committed relationships, and are better able to realize their life goals. Areas of specialization include issues relating to anxiety and depression. My work with grief includes healing from the loss of loved ones, divorce, job change, and changes brought by illness. I enjoy helping people envision a fulfilling retirement and to embrace change. I teach breathing and meditation as ways of lifting depression, managing anxiety, and finding peace.
(310) 844-6638 View (310) 844-6638
Hosted by Dr. Narineh Hartoonian
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91501
(747) 350-3611 View (747) 350-3611
A compassionate space for 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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs.
Hosted by Catherine Vu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
I am an Asian-American therapist seeking to create a healing and culturally affirming environment for Children, Teens, and Young Adults. Life as a POC can be confusing to navigate as we can have traditions, values, and obligations that oppose our American cultural upbringing. This therapeutic space will be a safe container for those looking to explore their identity, purpose, and authenticity.
(310) 750-4902 View (310) 750-4902
Part 2 of HSP Support Group: a compassionate space for Asian & Desi Heritage American adults to share their relational 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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs in context of relationship themes (family, friends, work, self, etc.).
Hosted by Samana Budhathoki
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
We all try to cope with our wounds & stresses in the best way we can. Complex life experiences teach us complex ways to cope by perhaps— suppressing our feelings, staying hidden to avoid unwanted attention or punishment, acting out to explain the inexplicable, performing exceptionally & anxiously well to stand out or gain approval, or taking care of others at the expense of ourselves to compensate for our family legacies & cultural dynamics. Whatever the nature and range of your experiences, you may be struggling with your past and how it impacts your present, your work, your relationship with yourself, loved ones, & the world.
(562) 257-3659 View (562) 257-3659
Part 2 of HSP Support Group: a compassionate space for Asian & Desi Heritage American adults to share their relational 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 for themselves, and start developing a community with other HSPs in context of relationship themes (family, friends, work, self, etc.).
Hosted by Jack Lam
Associate Clinical Social Worker, MSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91502
You have been living through a stressful and exhausting time. A global pandemic is constantly changing your relationships and the way you live your life. You have also been exposed to an unprecedented amount of collective trauma both within your communities, and on a larger global scale. You're finding it harder to get a good night's rest, and you struggle to find meaning in a world that seems overwhelmingly painful to exist in. You want things to be different, but you don't know how.
(310) 494-7217 View (310) 494-7217
Women who have been victims of domestic violence or other forms of relationship abuse are invited to take part in a women's domestic violence survivor's group. See address below. Please contact for registration and any additional questions. Email Janis Powell, LCSW about this group or call 818-643-1836. Group forming now weekly on Thursday evenings in Burbank. Some insurances accepted, including CALVCP.
Hosted by Janis Powell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Burbank, CA 91505
Feeling Stuck? Unmotivated? Feeling Depressed? Anxious? I help clients re-focus quickly and find ways to gain awareness, improve outlook, and enhance healing so they can get on with their lives in the best, most constructive and positive way. I specialize in helping people solve problems and build new skills. I am interested in helping you get better and stay better, not just feel better temporarily. Discover tools you can implement once you leave our session. Together we can find your internal resources for change and growth.
(818) 924-2895 View (818) 924-2895
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups

How can I find a support group in Burbank?

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.

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.