Grief Support Groups in Riverside County, CA
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pregnancy and infant loss supoort group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"This will be an 8 week closed group designed to help support those who have suffered pregnancy and/ or infant
loss
. "
Healing and Change
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAADC, ICADC, MSCP, LMHC
Verified
Verified
"I would like to start trauma,
grief
, anger management, recovery focused groups and for the elderly population going through the last and best part of your life. The life cycle changes with this population and I think that knowing your ..."
Grief Recovery Group, Relinquishment Trauma
Drug & Alcohol Counselor
Verified
Verified
"
Grief
Recovery Group walks individuals through different stages of their
grief
using specific tools while working as a group to share experiences. This group has a facilitator at all times. The Relinquishment Trauma Group helps children who were adopted at ..."
LGBT Grief Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"This group allows for a safe and supportive place for LGBT and supportive straight folks to share their concerns about losing a partner, spouse or family member. It is open to all ages. Each group is limited to six persons ..."
Grief and Loss of Child, Spouse, Parent, Ex & Pet
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CEAP, RYT-200
Verified
Verified
"
Grief
and
loss
groups may be available for those who have lost a loved one. Please call to determine appropriateness and interest in group work. I provide a flat rate for
grief
clients seeking individual sessions to make access to ..."
NEW- -Survivors of Suicide Loss Support Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, FT, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"NEW GROUP SESSION STARTING!!! Have you lost someone to suicide? Some people find comfort by sharing their feelings and experiences with others who are going through a similar situation. Group meets the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month. Group ..."
Relationships: Dealing with a Cheating Partner
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Cheating damages and devastates relationships. Yet most mates do not seem to get it. They want you to get over it and move on. This group will openly discuss infidelity and the challenges it presents. In a group we will ..."
Padres de Adolecentes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Éste grupo terapeutico es para padres con hijas(os) adolecentes que desean aprender a liderar en una manera más positiva, más producente, y con menos ansiedad. "
Grief 101
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"
Grief
101 is an 8-week course providing a combination of education and
grief
support in a structured group setting. The class meets once per week for 90 minutes, for eight weeks. Reserve your space today for the upcoming class. Space ..."
Miscarriage Support Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CCTP
Verified
Verified
"First of all, we are so sorry that you've experienced this
loss
. We and so many women in similar situations all over the world grieve with you and want to remind you that no matter how you feel, the ..."
LDS Faith Transition
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Welcome to our therapy group for individuals navigating a faith transition from Mormonism. This group provides a supportive and understanding space for individuals who are questioning or have left their Mormon faith and are seeking guidance, healing, and connection during ..."
Coping with Grief and Loss
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"This is a CBT based group focused on
grief
and
loss
. Participants will be actively coping with the
loss
of a loved one and want to join a small group of other individuals coping with a similar experience. This is ..."
Grief Support Group
LMFT, LCSW, LPCC
Verified
Verified
"There are many losses in life that affect us greatly including the
loss
of a loved one, covid related losses,
loss
of job/home/pets. If you are stuck in the grieving process and need some understanding or education about it this ..."
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Grief Support Groups
How long does therapy take for grief?
There is no exact timeline for grief counseling. Some people may start to feel better after just a few sessions, while others may take months or longer to feel relief. Some specific approaches, including some types of CBT, may involve a set number of sessions, or therapy may be open-ended until the patient determines they are ready to wrap up. Just as there is no right or wrong way to grieve, there is no right or wrong way to seek therapy for grief.
When should you seek therapy for grief?
Many people mistakenly believe that their grief needs to be debilitating or all-encompassing to warrant therapy. This is not the case. While people who experience severe, prolonged grief—particularly those who are considering self-harm or engaging in unhealthy substance use—are especially likely to benefit from therapy, so too are people whose grief is less intense but still interfering with well-being or daily functioning. In practice, almost anyone struggling to process a loss could benefit from grief counseling.
Can grief be managed without therapy?
Oftentimes, yes. Grief is a near-universal part of being human, and many find that their grief, while profound, does not stop them from participating in day-to-day life and steadily eases over time without outside help. For others, however, the harsh pain of early grief persists for months or years or leaves them unable to function. This group is especially likely to benefit from seeing a therapist, who can guide them through their grief and help them reconnect with the world.
What happens if grief is left untreated?
Because grief does not in itself necessitate therapy, untreated grief will often resolve on its own. However, for some people—particularly those who would qualify for a diagnosis of prolonged grief disorder—untreated grief can be a source of seemingly endless pain or lead them to withdraw from the world. In such cases, treatment can be indispensable, as it can help an individual adapt to the loss and start living again.
What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Riverside County 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 Riverside County 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 Riverside County 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.
Group therapy in Riverside County 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 Riverside County 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.