Support Groups in Pasadena, CA

Social Skills Playgroup for Children
Therapists work 1:1 in faciliating peer interactions for school-age children with social delays. Groups play outdoors in the yard as well as indoors. Each child has clear, individualized goals which comprise mini-steps toward being an engaging, flexible, cooperative, imaginative friend.
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Hosted by Andrea Davis
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Therapists work 1:1 in faciliating peer interactions for school-age children with social delays. Groups play outdoors in the yard as well as indoors. Each child has clear, individualized goals which comprise mini-steps toward being an engaging, flexible, cooperative, imaginative friend.
(626) 795-7910 View (626) 795-7910
APS (Adewale Psychological Services, P.C.)
Dr. Adewale is in private practice serving adult and teens with individual and family therapy.
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Hosted by Jody Joshua Adewale
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Dr. Adewale is in private practice serving adult and teens with individual and family therapy.
(909) 547-3466 View (909) 547-3466
Empowerment Groups (ages 8 - 22):
Our Girl Power and Grit Groups offer girls and teens a therapeutic space to meet with peers, give and gain support, and engage in creative activities while developing skills for fostering mindfulness, resilience, zest and authenticity. Some of our Grit ...
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Hosted by Melissa J Johnson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Our Girl Power and Grit Groups offer girls and teens a therapeutic space to meet with peers, give and gain support, and engage in creative activities while developing skills for fostering mindfulness, resilience, zest and authenticity. Some of our Grit ...
(626) 782-5928 View (626) 782-5928
Mindfulness & Meditation
This group focuses on mindfulness & meditation techniques that help reduce anxiety, create balance in your daily life, build emotional tolerance, as well as lessening reactivity to emotionally charged life events.
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Hosted by Elizabeth Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
This group focuses on mindfulness & meditation techniques that help reduce anxiety, create balance in your daily life, build emotional tolerance, as well as lessening reactivity to emotionally charged life events.
(442) 228-1160 View (442) 228-1160
Adult Psychotherapy Group - Relationship Focus
Groups have been shown to be as effective as individual therapy for addressing certain problems If you are interested in developing healthier relationships with others, or learning more about your 'social self' I highly recommend that you consider group psychotherapy. The ...
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Hosted by Matthew Calkins
Psychologist, PsyD, CGP
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Groups have been shown to be as effective as individual therapy for addressing certain problems If you are interested in developing healthier relationships with others, or learning more about your 'social self' I highly recommend that you consider group psychotherapy. The ...
(213) 260-1968 View (213) 260-1968
Self Esteem Cultivation Group
In this group you will learn how to reconnect with your core confidence. This group will provide you with psychoeducation around were self esteem comes from, how to build self esteem, and how to overcome your unique obstacles in having ...
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Hosted by Christian Holmes
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91107
In this group you will learn how to reconnect with your core confidence. This group will provide you with psychoeducation around were self esteem comes from, how to build self esteem, and how to overcome your unique obstacles in having ...
(213) 263-4507 View (213) 263-4507
Mom's Group
A place to connect, share, and be heard. Meeting every Wednesday 10:30-11:30am. Infants under 1 year are welcome! Group is facilitated by Megan Pitsios, LCSW. Cost is $25/session. Please contact Megan at megan@meganpitsiostherapy .com for Details.
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Hosted by Megan Pitsios
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91107
A place to connect, share, and be heard. Meeting every Wednesday 10:30-11:30am. Infants under 1 year are welcome! Group is facilitated by Megan Pitsios, LCSW. Cost is $25/session. Please contact Megan at megan@meganpitsiostherapy .com for Details.
(626) 427-6512 View (626) 427-6512
Social Media Burnout
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Hosted by Community for Wellbeing Advocacy
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91107
(626) 631-7720 View (626) 631-7720
SoulWork
An intimate safe small group for men who have suffered childhood abuse and neglect. We explore various modalities of healing: somatic awareness, self forgiveness and self compassion, relationship issues, etc. And companionship with other men on our journeys of healing!
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Hosted by Robert B. Cornell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91104
An intimate safe small group for men who have suffered childhood abuse and neglect. We explore various modalities of healing: somatic awareness, self forgiveness and self compassion, relationship issues, etc. And companionship with other men on our journeys of healing!
(626) 722-5235 View (626) 722-5235
Pasadena Trauma Therapy
We provide Trauma Therapy with a compassionate, sensitive, and individualized approach so our clients can maximize their potential in their personal, social, and professional lives. Everyone is unique; let us help you find and utilize your special strengths and abilities.
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Hosted by Aimee Ford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, CCTP-I
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
We provide Trauma Therapy with a compassionate, sensitive, and individualized approach so our clients can maximize their potential in their personal, social, and professional lives. Everyone is unique; let us help you find and utilize your special strengths and abilities.
(323) 776-3556 View (323) 776-3556
GOALS Social Skills Group
GOALS stands for Growth Opportunities for Achieving Life Success. The GOALS Group is a social skills program targeted at children between the ages of 5 and 13. It is an experiential therapy group built upon the idea that children learn social ...
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Hosted by David Lorentzen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
GOALS stands for Growth Opportunities for Achieving Life Success. The GOALS Group is a social skills program targeted at children between the ages of 5 and 13. It is an experiential therapy group built upon the idea that children learn social ...
(818) 523-4628 View (818) 523-4628
CALA Psychological Services, Inc
CALA Psychological Services is a multi-specialty and multi-lingual group of highly educated and highly skilled mental health professionals. We provide comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our therapists provide individual, family, couples, group therapy, and psychological/neuropsycho logical ...
Photo of Lilit Ayrapetyan, Psychologist in Pasadena, CA
Hosted by Lilit Ayrapetyan
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
CALA Psychological Services is a multi-specialty and multi-lingual group of highly educated and highly skilled mental health professionals. We provide comprehensive treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. Our therapists provide individual, family, couples, group therapy, and psychological/neuropsycho logical ...
(310) 668-1257 View (310) 668-1257
Male Sexual Abuse Support Group
This is a long term process Support Group for men suffering from sexual trauma or post traumatic symptoms. This group will provide space to survivors to explore their trauma stories and support for their recovery process. This group will also ...
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Hosted by Jeremy C O'Brien
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
This is a long term process Support Group for men suffering from sexual trauma or post traumatic symptoms. This group will provide space to survivors to explore their trauma stories and support for their recovery process. This group will also ...
(818) 423-5517 View (818) 423-5517
Chronic Illness Psychotherapy Group
A small private psychotherapy group for adults who are interested in personal growth and also have a chronic illness.
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Hosted by Cherylynne Berger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
A small private psychotherapy group for adults who are interested in personal growth and also have a chronic illness.
(626) 415-8787 View (626) 415-8787
AKPS Adelwale/Kao Psychological Services
Dr. Adewale and Dr. Kao in private practice serving adults and teens with individual and family therapy.
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Hosted by Heather Lam
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Dr. Adewale and Dr. Kao in private practice serving adults and teens with individual and family therapy.
(626) 415-9675 View (626) 415-9675
Healing with Harmony: A Music Group for Trauma
Music is often quoted as being “a universal language” given its power to transmit ideas, stories, and feelings across cultures and people. The Healing with Harmony: Music Processing Group for Trauma harnesses the power of music and structured sound experiences ...
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Hosted by Danielle Palomares
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
Music is often quoted as being “a universal language” given its power to transmit ideas, stories, and feelings across cultures and people. The Healing with Harmony: Music Processing Group for Trauma harnesses the power of music and structured sound experiences ...
(323) 524-2966 View (323) 524-2966
Women's Sexual Assault Survivors Support Group
Our Women's Sexual Assault Survivors group is an open forum process group which meets every other Wednesday at 6:15pm, virtually. In this group you can expect coverage of many topics; the mind-body connection of trauma, coping skills, self-care and building ...
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Hosted by Thomas Blake
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91106
Our Women's Sexual Assault Survivors group is an open forum process group which meets every other Wednesday at 6:15pm, virtually. In this group you can expect coverage of many topics; the mind-body connection of trauma, coping skills, self-care and building ...
(323) 379-1269 View (323) 379-1269
Wise Mind Parenting (Feb- May 2019)
This 16-week group integrates the current research on adolescent brain development from Dr. Dan Siegel with useful skills from Dr. Marsha Linehan's Dialectical Behavior Therapy. The group provides a space for parents of adolescents to get support in navigating the ...
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Hosted by Danielle Neddo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
This 16-week group integrates the current research on adolescent brain development from Dr. Dan Siegel with useful skills from Dr. Marsha Linehan's Dialectical Behavior Therapy. The group provides a space for parents of adolescents to get support in navigating the ...
(626) 714-2527 View (626) 714-2527
Mothering Together
A support group for mothers who are experiencing postpartum depression or are struggling to find joy in motherhood. This is a safe space to navigate the complexity of motherhood with authenticity
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Hosted by Dana N Nassau
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91105
A support group for mothers who are experiencing postpartum depression or are struggling to find joy in motherhood. This is a safe space to navigate the complexity of motherhood with authenticity
(424) 344-5386 View (424) 344-5386
Meditation for Moms
This group will provide an introduction to Mindfulness and Radical Acceptance. We will do guided meditations and process these meditations. It will occur on the following four Fridays: 8/4, 8/11, 8/25, 9/1. There is a flat rate of $250 upon ...
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Hosted by Luanne Sylvia Hernandez-Storr
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91105
This group will provide an introduction to Mindfulness and Radical Acceptance. We will do guided meditations and process these meditations. It will occur on the following four Fridays: 8/4, 8/11, 8/25, 9/1. There is a flat rate of $250 upon ...
(323) 870-9924 View (323) 870-9924


What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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 Pasadena 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.