Support Groups in Lakewood, CA

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Wisdom of The Herd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Who it's for: Those seeking deeper connection with nature, themselves and with community. Those curious about seeing the world through softer, more perceptive eyes. Those wanting to experience therapy in a non-traditional setting, with non-traditional guides (the co-facilitators of this ..."
(714) 410-5726
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90715
Not accepting new clients
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Cóndor Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPHA, RADT-C
Verified
Verified
"Psychotherapy services for adults, career coaching and more. Fees vary. "
(323) 458-5750
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
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" Lez Chat "
PsyD
"A GROUP FOR LESBIAN, QUEER, and BISEXUAL WOMEN This is a Virtual Group "ZOOM" This group focus on issues that arise in relationships among women who date women and will provide a platform for participants to check- in and have ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
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"In the Moment" Understanding Where You Are
PsyD
"A FOCUS GROUP FOR WOMEN: Virtual Group "ZOOM" Ages25 and over: Discuss topics associated with relationships, anxiety, depression, self esteem, social networking and more. Ask For Details, Registration and Further Information. tsage4change@gmail.com or Call 844-378-2692 or visit my website at ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
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Check-In & Chat: Coping With Change Virtual Group
PsyD
"This is a Virtual Group "ZOOM" This group provide support to anyone feeling alone, sad, afraid, confused, or disconnected due to the required social distancing. This group will provide a platform for participants to check- in and have conversations with ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712

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Not accepting new clients
Photo of Dr. Alexa Rodell, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Lakewood, CA
Wisdom of The Herd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Who it's for: Those seeking deeper connection with nature, themselves and with community. Those curious about seeing the world through softer, more perceptive eyes. Those wanting to experience therapy in a non-traditional setting, with non-traditional guides (the co-facilitators of this ..."
(714) 410-5726
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90715
Not accepting new clients
Photo of Cóndor Center Inc, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Lakewood, CA
Cóndor Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LPHA, RADT-C
Verified
Verified
"Psychotherapy services for adults, career coaching and more. Fees vary. "
(323) 458-5750
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
Photo of Tanya Gilbert in Lakewood, CA
" Lez Chat "
PsyD
"A GROUP FOR LESBIAN, QUEER, and BISEXUAL WOMEN This is a Virtual Group "ZOOM" This group focus on issues that arise in relationships among women who date women and will provide a platform for participants to check- in and have ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
Photo of Tanya Gilbert in Lakewood, CA
"In the Moment" Understanding Where You Are
PsyD
"A FOCUS GROUP FOR WOMEN: Virtual Group "ZOOM" Ages25 and over: Discuss topics associated with relationships, anxiety, depression, self esteem, social networking and more. Ask For Details, Registration and Further Information. tsage4change@gmail.com or Call 844-378-2692 or visit my website at ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
Photo of Tanya Gilbert in Lakewood, CA
Check-In & Chat: Coping With Change Virtual Group
PsyD
"This is a Virtual Group "ZOOM" This group provide support to anyone feeling alone, sad, afraid, confused, or disconnected due to the required social distancing. This group will provide a platform for participants to check- in and have conversations with ..."
(818) 963-9293
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Group meets in:
Lakewood, CA 90712
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Anger Management Class Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Ten-week anger management class with certificate at completion.Learn the eight tools of anger control. Structured program with a workbook taught by Dr Fiore who has conducted more than 1000 classes since 2002. Includes topics such as how to better manage ..."
(714) 252-7157
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90815
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Parenting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Effective Black Parenting Classes are offered to teach culturally relevant skills for raising proud and confident African American children. Children who achieve academic success and are college/career future ready citizens "
(310) 868-0086
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Group meets in:
Compton, CA 90220
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Groups That Meet Your Needs
Counselor, PSS, LPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
"Our group facilitators are experts. They are trained and certified as mental health professionals and/or peer support specialists. PeerVida facilitators also have lived experience in the group topic they facilitate, so they can relate. Our groups span a range of ..."
(941) 541-3883
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90802
Waitlist for new clients
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Middle School Girls Group ages 10-12
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
"Middle School is TOUGH. And knowing how to support your “pre-teen” can be overwhelming. Let me help your daughter to learn how to have healthy friendships, navigate the “drama”, and learn about what healthy boundaries are through this 5 week ..."
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90803
Waitlist for new clients
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Domestic Violence Group (Spanish/English)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA Ed
Verified
Verified
"Each session is two hours long, which includes one hour of group sharing and one hour of domestic violence psychoeducation. In addition, four one-hour individual sessions to ensure concepts are understood throughout the 26 weeks. "
(323) 797-5860
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90807
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Plants of Power Ceremony
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CAC
Verified
Verified
"Our Plants of Power Ceremony is a powerful experience to help transform and alchemize your human journey. The plants are sacred and used safely and with deep lineage teachings. The cost is $250 and is prepaid to hold your spot. "
(562) 682-5556
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90804
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Real Connections
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Real Connections is an online therapeutic support group for teens age 13-16 who are struggling to feel connected in a virtual world. Led by teen specialists Dr. Katy Manetta and Dr. Jade Starleaf, this group will allow kids to learn ..."
(562) 799-6700
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90803
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Adolescent Intensive
Treatment Center
Verified
Verified
"Intensive outpatient substance use disorder treatment for adolescents "
(310) 736-1982
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Group meets in:
Torrance, CA 90502
Waitlist for new clients
Photo of Nicole Aracely Braswell, Marriage & Family Therapist in Lakewood, CA
Parent/child Anxiety Group ages 5-8
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Verified
"This group is for children struggling with anxiety, for a parent and child to participate together. Join this group to learn together with your child what anxiety is, and skills that can help to reduce your child’s anxiety! Group begins ..."
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90807
Waitlist for new clients
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Depth in Process
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PhD Can
Verified
Verified
"Depth in Process is a group for those who want to go deeper, for individuals who find traditional therapy gone stale. With Depth Psychological Ideas in process, we find deeper meaning and open up to a greater sense of self. ..."
(916) 571-0197
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Group meets in:
Long Beach, CA 90814


What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Lakewood Support Groups and Group Therapy both offer a safe place to explore important issues. It is important, however, to understand the difference between the two.

Group therapy in Lakewood is led by a therapist, group psychotherapist, or group counselor, and is generally structured around an issue. The therapist guides the group through a program as the group works together to better understand thoughts and feelings. Experienced therapists lead psychotherapy groups for various ages, such as adults, and specific issues including anger management, anxiety, and coping skills.

Support groups in Lakewood are usually facilitated by a therapist or counselor, but can also be led by members with lived experiences. Generally, a support group is less structured than a therapy group. Support groups bring together members to provide support and strength to each other, often around a common challenge such as addiction or grief.

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.

Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in Lakewood allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.

As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.

Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.

Group therapy and support groups in Lakewood can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.