Support Groups in Madera County, CA

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This is a group for people struggling with both Trauma and Substance Abuse. The treatment is a dual diagnosis evidenced based treatment.
Hosted by Compass Family Counseling Services
MA, MFT, Owner
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakhurst, CA 93644
Compass Family Counseling Services is your trusted partner on the journey to emotional well-being and stronger family bonds. Our expert team of compassionate counselors provides personalized and evidence-based therapy to navigate life's challenges, fostering resilience and harmony within your family. Discover a path to healing, growth, and connection with Compass Family Counseling Services – where understanding, support, and positive change come together." We offer a free phone consultation. We understand that mental health is complex. From everyday stress to more serious conditions, our team is here to provide personalized support.
(559) 369-2351 View (559) 369-2351
DBT skills to move from surviving to thriving
Hosted by Janelle Raynor
LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madera, CA 93636
Your decision to evolve your place in the world is one of courage, vulnerability, and commitment. We create space for awareness of stressors, habits, and unconscious life patterns so that you actively heal, create, and live your authentic soul-centered life. My focus includes: trauma/C-PTSD, intergenerational trauma including childhood abuse and neglect, and surviving Borderline/Narcissistic parents; survivors of interpersonal violence; neurodivergent women; depression; anxiety; life transitions; complicated grief; religious trauma; thriving in recovery; psychedelic integration; and psycho-spiritual awakening.
(510) 920-9631 View (510) 920-9631
The American Counseling Association is a membership organization representing licensed professional counselors, counseling students, and other counseling professionals in the United States. It is the world's largest association exclusively representing professional counselors.
Hosted by Jacqueline Gordon
Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madera, CA 93637
Online Only-The best time to begin or restart your life's journey is NOW!. I provide comprehensive psychotherapy services. I utilize a culturally competent approach to assessment, and believe that psychotherapy requires the ability to understand culture, socioeconomic factors and ethnicity. My approach begins with establishing a therapist-client relationship by creating a safe, nurturing nonjudgmental environment to address your concerns and challenges. In addition, I understand addiction and the challenges that people face who struggle with substance use. I can assist you with determining if your substance use is problematic.
(209) 500-4284 View (209) 500-4284
Psychedelic medicine integration
Hosted by Janelle Raynor
LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madera, CA 93636
Your decision to evolve your place in the world is one of courage, vulnerability, and commitment. We create space for awareness of stressors, habits, and unconscious life patterns so that you actively heal, create, and live your authentic soul-centered life. My focus includes: trauma/C-PTSD, intergenerational trauma including childhood abuse and neglect, and surviving Borderline/Narcissistic parents; survivors of interpersonal violence; neurodivergent women; depression; anxiety; life transitions; complicated grief; religious trauma; thriving in recovery; psychedelic integration; and psycho-spiritual awakening.
(510) 920-9631 View (510) 920-9631
Psycho-spiritual awakening group for women
Hosted by Janelle Raynor
LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Madera, CA 93636
Your decision to evolve your place in the world is one of courage, vulnerability, and commitment. We create space for awareness of stressors, habits, and unconscious life patterns so that you actively heal, create, and live your authentic soul-centered life. My focus includes: trauma/C-PTSD, intergenerational trauma including childhood abuse and neglect, and surviving Borderline/Narcissistic parents; survivors of interpersonal violence; neurodivergent women; depression; anxiety; life transitions; complicated grief; religious trauma; thriving in recovery; psychedelic integration; and psycho-spiritual awakening.
(510) 920-9631 View (510) 920-9631
Cornerstone is a non profit community service organization that provides trauma informed, evidenced based, compassionate care for mental health and substance use treatment. We offer a variety of supportive services which include; individual, couples and family therapy, case management, monitored visitation and substance use treatment (individual and group). We offer services Monday thru Saturday and some Sundays.
Hosted by Cornerstone Family Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakhurst, CA 93644
(559) 238-4997 View (559) 238-4997

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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups

How can I find a support group in Madera County?

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.