Closed/Las Vegas Survivors Support Group
A supportive and therapeutic environment for survivors of the Las Vegas trauma.
Hosted by Dr. Elizabeth Ramquist
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newhall, CA 91321
A supportive and therapeutic environment for survivors of the Las Vegas trauma.
Anger Management Group
Closed group call for details
Hosted by Marian A Willingham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
Closed group call for details
Breath of Soul- Virtual Group
Wake Up Wednesdays! Get over the mid-week hump and join Psychologist, Dr. Lydia Luna for our virtual group, The Breath of Soul. Our group includes Breathwork and Soul Discussions. Our Breathwork is intended to provide energetic healing and emotional release. ...
Wake Up Wednesdays! Get over the mid-week hump and join Psychologist, Dr. Lydia Luna for our virtual group, The Breath of Soul. Our group includes Breathwork and Soul Discussions. Our Breathwork is intended to provide energetic healing and emotional release. ...
Parenting
Hosted by Lisa L. Vaughn
Marriage & Family Therapist, DCC, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rialto, CA 92376
Young Adult Process Group
This therapeutic group is open to individuals between 18 - 25 years old who wish to explore interpersonal relationships and process issues related to stage of life & transitions. Topics discussed include anxiety, depression, adjustment to college life, jobs, self-esteem, ...
Hosted by Katie Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Roseville, CA 95661
This therapeutic group is open to individuals between 18 - 25 years old who wish to explore interpersonal relationships and process issues related to stage of life & transitions. Topics discussed include anxiety, depression, adjustment to college life, jobs, self-esteem, ...
Anxiety Group for Adults
Hosted by Find Your Balance Ctr For Growth & Change
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Encino, CA 91436
Divorce Support Group (On Hiatus)
We are both a process group and a psycho-educational group. Members must sign a commitment of confidentiality to insure the emotional safety of self and the other members. Various issues that clients may face in the course of their separation, ...
Hosted by Kelly Anderson-Bohlinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CCPS, EMDR, PhD Stu
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
We are both a process group and a psycho-educational group. Members must sign a commitment of confidentiality to insure the emotional safety of self and the other members. Various issues that clients may face in the course of their separation, ...
Teen Lounge
The Teenage Lounge is an interactive, non-judgmental, positive group for teenage boys who want to bolster their self-esteem and develop more confidence with others. This can be more effective than individual counseling as boys at this developmental stage look to ...
Hosted by Matt Rohr & Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91101
The Teenage Lounge is an interactive, non-judgmental, positive group for teenage boys who want to bolster their self-esteem and develop more confidence with others. This can be more effective than individual counseling as boys at this developmental stage look to ...
Women's group
This group is for interested in women's issues. Group meets on Zoom every Thursdays for 60 mins.
This group is for interested in women's issues. Group meets on Zoom every Thursdays for 60 mins.
Parenting Skills, Grief Group, Women's Workshop
Confident Parenting Skills focuses on communication skills, practicing mutual respect, awareness of family meetings, and learning to empower kids. 'Good Grief' Group addresses loss of a friend or loved one and begin the steps toward healing and acceptance. Learning to ...
Confident Parenting Skills focuses on communication skills, practicing mutual respect, awareness of family meetings, and learning to empower kids. 'Good Grief' Group addresses loss of a friend or loved one and begin the steps toward healing and acceptance. Learning to ...
Little and Big Kids Group
Children are trying to adjust to a world where they have not been able to play and socialize. We know this has caused anxiety and frustration in our littles. Please join our kids group ages 4-6 and 7-11 facilitated by ...
Hosted by Collaborative Psychology Group
Psychologist, Psy D, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverside, CA 92507
Children are trying to adjust to a world where they have not been able to play and socialize. We know this has caused anxiety and frustration in our littles. Please join our kids group ages 4-6 and 7-11 facilitated by ...
Transcendence Psychological Services, PC
Hosted by Jasdeep Brar
Pre-Licensed Professional, ASW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Fresno, CA 93710
Individual DBT Skills Training
By arrangement with therapist.
Hosted by Donna M Chapman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
By arrangement with therapist.
Family Bootcamp
after an eventful day of hiking, learning to build fire with sticks, building a shelter and cooking his/her own meals over a camp fire, your child will experience a feeling that is largely unknown to many youth today. Due to ...
Hosted by Family Bootcamp
Treatment Center, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverside, CA 92503
after an eventful day of hiking, learning to build fire with sticks, building a shelter and cooking his/her own meals over a camp fire, your child will experience a feeling that is largely unknown to many youth today. Due to ...
Social Skills Group for Children and Adolescents
I offer two types of social skills program: (1) The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) for Adolescents - This is a group for boys and girls, (2) Girls Group for Tweens.
Hosted by Lyre Fribourg
Psychologist, PhD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sherman Oaks, CA 91413
I offer two types of social skills program: (1) The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) for Adolescents - This is a group for boys and girls, (2) Girls Group for Tweens.
Court Approved Domestic Violence/Anger Management
This is a Court Approved group for those who are mandated to a 52 week program or for those who are interested in a 12-week Anger Management group (court mandated or not).
Hosted by Balanced Life Therapy Center, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in El Cajon, CA 92020
This is a Court Approved group for those who are mandated to a 52 week program or for those who are interested in a 12-week Anger Management group (court mandated or not).
DBT Lite Skills Group
Learn the DBT skills of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness in a small group setting. All group leaders are intensively trained in DBT.
Hosted by Elana Lev
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Redondo Beach, CA 90278
Learn the DBT skills of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation, and interpersonal effectiveness in a small group setting. All group leaders are intensively trained in DBT.
Adult Children of Alcoholics
This group addresses the psychological issues of ACAs. There is a maximum of 8 people in the group Please call for information. This group is currently closed.
This group addresses the psychological issues of ACAs. There is a maximum of 8 people in the group Please call for information. This group is currently closed.
Women Who Love Too Much
This online group is focused on females who struggle with intimate relationships and repeating negative patterns in choice of partners. You will benefit from this group if you have a relationship where you cannot have your emotional needs met, are ...
Hosted by Dr. Wendy Burchett
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Truckee, CA 96161
This online group is focused on females who struggle with intimate relationships and repeating negative patterns in choice of partners. You will benefit from this group if you have a relationship where you cannot have your emotional needs met, are ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.
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.