Support Groups in Dublin, CA
Support group for women navigating fertility challenges and the rollercoaster of emotions that accompanies them. The group will combine practical therapeutic tools & connection to others who get it. Topics include: Learning to Share Your Story, Creating Your Infertility Survival Guide, Getting the Support You Need, Grief, Supporting Your Relationship, Mapping Your Infertility Parts, Moving Forward, Not On If you’re interested in joining the infertility support group, please reach out! We’ll schedule one individual therapy session to go over your story, what to expect in a therapy group, and make sure our infertility support group is right for you.
Hosted by Mackenzie Sodestrom
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dublin, CA 94568
You’ve always wanted to be a mom - it’s a dream you’ve held as long as you remember. But this is not the journey to parenthood you dreamt. Infertility is a club you never wanted to join. The ongoing cycle of hope and disappointment, waiting, tears, appointments, decisions, uncertainty, losses… it’s all so overwhelming. You initially faced fertility challenges with some resolve, but as time has gone on you’ve been worn down. You can’t control the journey, or your feelings about it, and it drives you crazy. Infertility is one of the first areas of your life where you can’t just achieve your way through, one to-do list at a time.
You are more than the color of your hair! In the midst of a culture that values youth over the wisdom that comes with aging, this group will focus on learning the art of honoring the physical, emotional changes that women face. This group will offer empowering ways to navigate physical and emotional changes due to menopause and aging, shifting relationships, and more. If you are interested in cultivating a fearless mindset that will allow you to embrace the meaningful changes your body and spirit are going through, this group is for you! Call me today to learn more.
Hosted by Dr. Nitsa Dimitrakos
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dublin, CA 94568
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with an emphasis in Depth Psychology, and also a Core Faculty Professor in a PsyD Program, where I teach courses in the theory and practice of psychotherapy. As a depth psychologist, my focus is psychodynamic with a strong Psychoanalytic and Jungian influence. Depth Psychology takes special account of the way we relate to self and other and how certain relational patterns, put into place from childhood, impact our day-to-day experiences. My specialties include grief counseling, relational conflicts, self-esteem issues & life transitions.
This therapeutic group offers a safe space to connect with others, discuss the challenges of aging, learn healthy ways to cope with emotional and physical pain, and more. This is a virtual group that meets on Wednesday mornings. If you're looking for a meaningful way to connect with others and gain support, call today to learn more!
Hosted by Dr. Nitsa Dimitrakos
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dublin, CA 94568
Thank you for taking the time to learn more about me. I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with an emphasis in Depth Psychology, and also a Core Faculty Professor in a PsyD Program, where I teach courses in the theory and practice of psychotherapy. As a depth psychologist, my focus is psychodynamic with a strong Psychoanalytic and Jungian influence. Depth Psychology takes special account of the way we relate to self and other and how certain relational patterns, put into place from childhood, impact our day-to-day experiences. My specialties include grief counseling, relational conflicts, self-esteem issues & life transitions.
Providing anger management and healthy relationship skills for men and women.
Hosted by Tiffany Star Engeldinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dublin, CA 94568
Do you feel like your teen or adolescent is out of control? Are you an adult that struggles with anger, depression, anxiety or negative thinking? I specialize in working with clients using CBT along with meeting each client where they are to treat behavioral problems such as defiance, obsessive-compulsive disorder, anxiety, depression and daily stresses . I look at each client as an individual and work with them to identify their personal needs. I have experience treating depression, anxiety, defiant teens, parenting issues, ADHD, social skills, addiction, anger management, bipolar, families, relationships, domestic violence.
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Are you intensely fearful of being judged or just feel awkward in social situations? Do you avoid social interactions altogether? Spend more time socializing online and less IRL? Feel lonely and disconnected? What has your social avoidance cost you, and what would you do if this ridiculous beast wasn't in your way? Whether this has been a recent or lifelong struggle, consider joining this 16-week evidence-based Social Anxiety Group incorporating both process and skill-building interventions within an encouraging group format. I'm a licensed psychologist with extensive personal and professional experience managing and treating social anxiety.
Hosted by Heather Caruso-Maxey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who's worked professionally for 8 yrs in addition to my prior 6 yrs of clinical training in various community outpatient, managed care, and hospital settings. While I have extensive experience across the age span, my current focus is adolescent, young adult, and adult therapy. My clinical specialties include trauma, adjustment/transitional challenges, and healthy identity development. Experiencing incongruence between one's expectations and reality at a critical time in one's life can lead to a cascade of mental health symptoms, impairing one's ability to respond adaptively and thrive.
The Del Valle Clinic has been established in Livermore, California since 1984. We are a psychological clinic providing psychotherapy for adults, children, adolescents, and their families. We also provide psycho-educational and social-emotional testing for children and adolescents. It is our mission to serve the mental health needs of the surrounding Tri-Valley communities. Our committed therapists strive to promote the well being of their patients. This often involves helping clients develop coping tools that enable them to face difficult life transitions, and/or supporting individuals and their families who are struggling with a mental illness.
Hosted by Shawna Welton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Livermore, CA 94550
Mental illness and addiction can destroy lives. Recovery and treatment can restore your soul. One of the biggest obstacles in the way of helping yourself regain control of your mind and life is the first step of reaching out for help.
DBT Group For High School Aged Teens (In-person only) Does your teen have issues with managing: •Anxiety • Depression • Panic attacks • Mood swings • Avoidance • Anger • Substance abuse • Truancy Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is not a “talk therapy” style group that tends to make teens feel uncomfortable. DBT is a confidential, easy-going class that focuses on developing coping skills to manage the problems of everyday life. With DBT skills your teen will: • Handle stress without making impulsive or destructive choices • Understanding and manage their uncomfortable emotions • Effectively communicate with adults and peers • Schedule a complimentary 20-minute parent consultation.
Hosted by Laura Michelle Eklund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
If you are ready to move forward in your life and need someone who you can trust in their expertise and experience, I am the right provider for you. I specialize in treating trauma especially abuse, assaults, domestic violence and injuries. I can attend to the specific needs of police officers, first responders, veterans. I am a proud support of survivors of childhood abuse and sexual abuse/ exploitation, provider for California Victims of Crime Compensation.
This group is an orientation to individual, intensive work using FSAP- Feeling State Addiction Protocol, by Robert Miller, Ph.D.
Hosted by Michael McCratic
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT, BCETS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
If you are looking for a therapist with over 30 years experience and that regularly conducts consultations for other therapists, you might want to take a look at my specialties. Most people are heading in the right direction, but it is like they are driving this road of life with two wheels off the road. They just can't get up to speed. I love helping people, like you, figure out what keeps you from getting up to speed and how to move past those issues like PTSD / TRAUMATIC EXPERIENCES, ADDICTIONS, MARITAL DISCORD, ANXIETY and DEPRESSION. ( My Specialties)
Hosted by Dorothy Ann Torre
MS, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Online structured HSP Skills Group, facilitated by HSP therapist to foster education, self-exploration & group sharing about the HSP trait. Living and working in a non-HSP world impacts sense of self, health, and relationships. HSPs are often default caretakers yet feel out of place in families, relationships & jobs. With filters wide open, many unknowingly endure until burn out. Join HSPs for safe, mutual support and skills-uilding. STARTS: June 2023; MEETS: 1x/week for 6 weeks ; FEE: $350 ($50 deposit holds space; balance due 1st week); RSVP: scomelo@sfccounseling.com; Max 6 ppl; CA residents.
Hosted by Suzanne Fischer Comelo
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Castro Valley, CA 94546
Currently, ONLY Telehealth Openings. One of the amazing aspects of therapy is that it provides a unique opportunity for people to have a space where the focus is on their needs and growth. Very few other spaces exist where your needs and well-being can be the priority. This is a key part of the healing power of therapy, which is why I believe it is so important you find a therapist who is a good fit for you. (In-Network AETNA, OPTUM & CIGNA via Alma)
Process group that values each group member and strives to allow individuals to share their thoughts and feelings about important life issues that are common to women. Feedback from the facilitator and group members welcome.
Hosted by Jennifer Sharples
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
I am an eclectic psychologist who utilizes cognitive behavioral therapy along with analytical psychology and Family Systems therapy to treat a wide range of problems. I work with adults, adolescents, and couples to help you resolve your issues and become able to live up to your true potential. I have advanced training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and also have studied some Analytical Psychology by taking courses at the C.G. Jung Institute in San Francisco. I have over 20 years in the field of psychotherapy and have helped people deal with depression, anxiety, career issues, relationship problems and existential issues.
This is group is for adult men who wish to explore themselves and how they relate in a safe and supportive environment. This is a process oriented group where opportunities to explore how we are in relationships happen in the “ here and now”.
Hosted by Raymond Scott Fortner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
I enjoy working with clients who are confronting challenges in their lives. I seek to help them develop deeper understandings of themselves so they can enjoy enhanced relationships with others and live the authentic and meaningful lives they envision for themselves.
This is a process group for adults ages 30 - 50, who wish to develop skills for forming more intimate and satisfying relationships.
Hosted by Raymond Scott Fortner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
I enjoy working with clients who are confronting challenges in their lives. I seek to help them develop deeper understandings of themselves so they can enjoy enhanced relationships with others and live the authentic and meaningful lives they envision for themselves.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches adolescents skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
Hosted by Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, over 32,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills training is a weekly group, run like a class, which teaches skills across four main topics: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance skills. Clients are required to complete homework assignments in which they practice the skills taught during the weekly lesson. It is taught by DBT certified and nationally recognized clinical psychologist Dr. Christine Dickson. This 1-hour weekly course meets online for 20 weeks.
Hosted by Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
As a psychologist with over 25 years of experience, I invite you to explore the transformative power of mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapy. I've seen firsthand how this approach helps my clients rewire old patterns of thinking/behavior, and learn to navigate life's challenges with greater resilience. In addition, over 32,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach to healing and recovery. Visit christinedickson.com for more information.
So, middle School can be a brutal time to be a human. How's yours doing? Does your tween express intense fears of being judged or feel awkward in social situations or become overwhelmed at school? Refuse school altogether? Spend more time socializing online and less IRL? Ever ask yourself how your kid is going to survive as an adult if they continue their path of social avoidance?! Whether this has been a recent or lifelong struggle, consider this 16-week evidence-based Social Anxiety Group incorporating both process and skill-building interventions within an encouraging group format.
Hosted by Heather Caruso-Maxey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who's worked professionally for 8 yrs in addition to my prior 6 yrs of clinical training in various community outpatient, managed care, and hospital settings. While I have extensive experience across the age span, my current focus is adolescent, young adult, and adult therapy. My clinical specialties include trauma, adjustment/transitional challenges, and healthy identity development. Experiencing incongruence between one's expectations and reality at a critical time in one's life can lead to a cascade of mental health symptoms, impairing one's ability to respond adaptively and thrive.
As a mom to a neurodiverse, medically complex child, I understand the challenges that accompany raising these special kiddos. I've created a safe, welcoming space to share our experiences and get support from other moms on this journey. Please reach out if you would like to join!
Hosted by Katie Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Hello and welcome, I'm so glad you are searching for help for yourself. I specialize in working with people experiencing depression and anxiety. I have sucessfully treated adults and children with these issues for over 20 years. Whether it's day to day issues or trauma you've experienced that brings you to therapy, I work with you to decrease negative thoughts and behaviors. My focus is to put you back in charge of your life. In addition to treating depression and anxiety, I also work with special needs parents. I have significant experience with EMDR which has been very successful in reducing negative memories and flashbacks.
Many moms have a hard time after having a baby. Sometimes, it can really help to talk openly with other moms who are going through the same thing. I offer both in-person and virtual supportive therapy groups for moms with babies under one year of age. In these small, judgement-free groups, I introduce a new topic related to motherhood each time we all meet. Please contact me to be pre-screened for the group and to reserve a spot. (Feel free to bring your baby.)
Hosted by Victoria Rutsch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94588
Did everyone tell you how wonderful pregnancy would be? Or how beautiful childbirth is? And now you feel like they all lied to your face. Or worse, maybe it was amazing for them but it’s terrible for you. You don’t get it and you’re wondering, Did I do something wrong? You’re feeling alone and misunderstood. Or maybe you’re struggling with life transitions such as parenting, a job change, or recovering from a scary event. I’m here to tell you that you can feel better, moving forward in your season of life with feelings of being in control, hopeful, and confident.
If you are a person who feels your feelings with 110% of your being, experiences hurts or slights by friends and family, or has a hard time managing emotions when other’s are disappointed or up set with you, then learning Dialectical Behavior Therapy Skills (DBT) is likely a good option for you. In DBT you will learn four columns of skills: 1) Mindfulness, 2) Distress Tolerance, 3) Emotion Regulation, and 4) Interpersonal Effectiveness. When these skills are practiced and blended skillfully, you will have more control over your responses to others than you ever thought possible.
Hosted by Cyndi Long, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Reaching out for help is not an easy decision, so when you build up the courage to make your first call, or your fifth call, you need to be met with warmth and compassion. Life's transitions at different stages of life can be painful and challenging. You might be adjusting to "adulting," struggling in relationships or with work, or navigating the phases of life women face in a society that can sometimes feel harsh. If you are struggling with feeling overwhelmed, stressed, confused, unhappy, or tired of life as it is right now, it might be time to seek help from a compassionate non-judgmental therapist.
Has your high schooler become increasingly socially anxious or avoidant? Do they express intense fears of being judged or feel awkward in social situations or become overwhelmed at school? Request Starbucks but refuse to go in to place an order? Spend more time socializing online and less IRL? Ever ask yourself how your kid is going to survive as an adult if they avoid socializing?! Whether this has been a recent or lifelong struggle, consider enrolling your teen in this 16-week evidence-based Social Anxiety Group incorporating both process and skill-building interventions within an encouraging group format.
Hosted by Heather Caruso-Maxey
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pleasanton, CA 94566
Hello! I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who's worked professionally for 8 yrs in addition to my prior 6 yrs of clinical training in various community outpatient, managed care, and hospital settings. While I have extensive experience across the age span, my current focus is adolescent, young adult, and adult therapy. My clinical specialties include trauma, adjustment/transitional challenges, and healthy identity development. Experiencing incongruence between one's expectations and reality at a critical time in one's life can lead to a cascade of mental health symptoms, impairing one's ability to respond adaptively and thrive.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Dublin?
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.