MindfulYou Psychotherapy
Welcome to Mindful You Psychotherapy! We are a group of like-minded psychotherapists who's sole purpose is to help individuals, children, couples and families along their journey towards healing. Call us to set up an appointment!
Hosted by Yessica Avancena
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA, CMT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bakersfield, CA 93301
Welcome to Mindful You Psychotherapy! We are a group of like-minded psychotherapists who's sole purpose is to help individuals, children, couples and families along their journey towards healing. Call us to set up an appointment!
Child and Adolescent Groups
I offer a number or groups for children and adolescents. Call or email to place your child's name on the waiting list and I will alert you when a spot becomes available.
Hosted by Dr. Jeremy Fink
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Malibu, CA 90265
I offer a number or groups for children and adolescents. Call or email to place your child's name on the waiting list and I will alert you when a spot becomes available.
Woman's Process Group
This is a group for those who want to learn more about themselves, and their relationships with others. Members have a chance to discover how they think and why they react the way they do. Group is a safe, confidential ...
Hosted by K&S Therapeutic Services, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MBA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90045
This is a group for those who want to learn more about themselves, and their relationships with others. Members have a chance to discover how they think and why they react the way they do. Group is a safe, confidential ...
OCD Therapy Group
Therapy group that has both a supportive, process, and educational element. Connect with others that understand the anxiety and angst that goes along with experiencing OCD. No matter your OCD theme you are welcome and understood. Welcomes individuals who are ...
Hosted by Dr. Katie S Polsky
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sacramento, CA 95825
Therapy group that has both a supportive, process, and educational element. Connect with others that understand the anxiety and angst that goes along with experiencing OCD. No matter your OCD theme you are welcome and understood. Welcomes individuals who are ...
Recovery Group
We will discuss sorting out your different sources of stress and identifying and prioritizing specific actions that are in your power to take to address them.
Hosted by Women's Support Groups
LPC Intern, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94611
We will discuss sorting out your different sources of stress and identifying and prioritizing specific actions that are in your power to take to address them.
Mindful Self -Compassion Training - now on line
Self-Compassion has proven to increase happiness, help cultivate more loving relationships and boost the immune system. It is a courageous stance we take for ourselves for a kinder, more sustainable approach to life's challenges. More .. * Increase kindness and ...
Hosted by Celedra Gildea
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Rafael, CA 94901
Self-Compassion has proven to increase happiness, help cultivate more loving relationships and boost the immune system. It is a courageous stance we take for ourselves for a kinder, more sustainable approach to life's challenges. More .. * Increase kindness and ...
Long Covid Support Group
This group is currently accepting individuals who are struggling with Long Covid. The group will be made up of those individuals with the purpose of providing support to one another through this very difficult time.
Hosted by Gabrielle Taylor, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
This group is currently accepting individuals who are struggling with Long Covid. The group will be made up of those individuals with the purpose of providing support to one another through this very difficult time.
Intuitive Eating & Positive Body, Self Empowerment
Hosted by Dr. Sara Assar
Psychologist, PsyD, MMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90049
PEERS: Social Skills Program for Adolescents PEERS
Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is a 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated adolescents in middle school or high school who are interested in learning ways to help them make and keep friends. During ...
Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is a 16-week evidence-based social skills intervention for motivated adolescents in middle school or high school who are interested in learning ways to help them make and keep friends. During ...
Psychodrama
Therapy in action often assists in breaking through barriers that are resistant to examination in traditional therapy. It may be that if this work scares you a bit, you are ready to confront some of those persistent issues that baffle ...
Hosted by Paul Lesnik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92103
Therapy in action often assists in breaking through barriers that are resistant to examination in traditional therapy. It may be that if this work scares you a bit, you are ready to confront some of those persistent issues that baffle ...
Spirituality Psychotherapy for Recovery
A telehealth women's group I facilitate from a spiritual psychotherapeutic approach. All recovering women from substances, eating disorders, trauma recovery, relationship/codependency recovery. Serving Colorado, California and Texas residents. If interested email debmatatherapy@gmail.com entitle your email "Group Inquiry."
Hosted by Deborah Mata
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monarch Bay, CA 92629
A telehealth women's group I facilitate from a spiritual psychotherapeutic approach. All recovering women from substances, eating disorders, trauma recovery, relationship/codependency recovery. Serving Colorado, California and Texas residents. If interested email debmatatherapy@gmail.com entitle your email "Group Inquiry."
Social Skills Groups
Due to COVID-19, all groups are on hold at this time.
Hosted by Debbie Vuong, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
Due to COVID-19, all groups are on hold at this time.
Anger Management
Court certified to provide Anger Management counseling. In this group we will discuss and explore the notion that anger is a natural emotion and the actions attached are the problem. Teach outlets and self calming techniques to address aggression.
Hosted by Equal Chances Enrichment Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lancaster, CA 93534
Court certified to provide Anger Management counseling. In this group we will discuss and explore the notion that anger is a natural emotion and the actions attached are the problem. Teach outlets and self calming techniques to address aggression.
Anger Management
8-12 week group for anyone who needs assistance in understanding how to use their anger for good. Court mandated for San Bernardino and Riverside county and those wanting help on their own are welcomed! Class is $30 per group with ...
Hosted by Dr. Patrice N Douglas
Psychologist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rancho Cucamonga, CA 91730
8-12 week group for anyone who needs assistance in understanding how to use their anger for good. Court mandated for San Bernardino and Riverside county and those wanting help on their own are welcomed! Class is $30 per group with ...
"-isms" group (adults)
This group is an online process group for individuals interested in exploring the -isms (e.g., racism, classism, sexism, ageism, ableism) in our society, our personal experiences with it, our roles in it, and the ways they shape us, and us ...
This group is an online process group for individuals interested in exploring the -isms (e.g., racism, classism, sexism, ageism, ableism) in our society, our personal experiences with it, our roles in it, and the ways they shape us, and us ...
Womens Group
A calming and nurturing environment tailored for women in their twenties and thirties to foster mutual support while striving for more purposeful and meaningful lives. Emphasizing self-care, overcoming past traumas, boosting self-worth, enhancing relationships, honing interpersonal abilities, and advocating for ...
Hosted by Briana Ferron
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90042
A calming and nurturing environment tailored for women in their twenties and thirties to foster mutual support while striving for more purposeful and meaningful lives. Emphasizing self-care, overcoming past traumas, boosting self-worth, enhancing relationships, honing interpersonal abilities, and advocating for ...
Women's Body Image Support Group (Telehealth)
This group will be facilitated by Holly Kirth, LMFT to ensure a safe environment. The goal is to provide a mindful space for clients to explore and improve their body image, self-image, and self-esteem. Format: A psycho-education topic on body ...
Hosted by Holly N Kirth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA, ME
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94115
This group will be facilitated by Holly Kirth, LMFT to ensure a safe environment. The goal is to provide a mindful space for clients to explore and improve their body image, self-image, and self-esteem. Format: A psycho-education topic on body ...
Emotions 101: Purpose, Problems, and Control
Ever wonder: 'Why do I have all these emotions, they just seem to get me into trouble?!" If so, this is the group for you. Join a motivated cohort of peers seeking to better understand emotions, what they are meant ...
Hosted by Jesse Ryan Bashem
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Moorpark, CA 93021
Ever wonder: 'Why do I have all these emotions, they just seem to get me into trouble?!" If so, this is the group for you. Join a motivated cohort of peers seeking to better understand emotions, what they are meant ...
Women's relationship group
Hosted by Dina Bernat-Kunin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90035
Psychotherapy & Counseling
Wilmes-Reitz Psychological offers a choice of doctors, treatment modalities and appointment times, including evenings and weekends. We specialize in relationship issues but collectively we have a full range of expertise. Whether psychodynamic, cognitive or behavioral modalities are used, our therapists ...
Wilmes-Reitz Psychological offers a choice of doctors, treatment modalities and appointment times, including evenings and weekends. We specialize in relationship issues but collectively we have a full range of expertise. Whether psychodynamic, cognitive or behavioral modalities are used, our therapists ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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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.