Teen Support Groups in San Diego, CA

Body image disturbance can be one of the most debilitating eating disorder symptoms and is one of the last symptoms to remit for many of our clients. This group will address a wide range of body image topics (e.g., societal/cultural influences, diet culture myths, social media consumption, thinking styles and cognitive lenses, body neutrality, and body checking, comparisons, and avoidance behaviors) and utilize interventions from cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure and response prevention, and self-compassion. The group is best-suited for clients who are actively pursuing recovery and are excited to explore these topics. *ONE AVAILABLE SPOT LEFT*
Hosted by Terra Towne
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. I’m passionate about providing evidenced-based care and am one of the only therapists in San Diego certified in Family-Based Treatment (FBT), the gold standard treatment for child and adolescent eating disorders. My therapeutic style is warm, authentic, and collaborative. I am deeply empathetic to the struggles that eating disorders pose for clients and their families. I strongly believe that no one chooses to have an eating disorder (nor do parents cause eating disorders) and that there is always hope for lasting recovery.
(858) 358-5909 View (858) 358-5909
Being a sibling of someone with an eating disorder is a unique experience. Most siblings want to help, but they are also coping with numerous ways their lives have been affected by the eating disorder. Perhaps their relationship with their sibling has changed, they worry constantly, family meals are a source of dread, or they feel overlooked by their parents. This group aims to provide a space for siblings to process uncomfortable and complicated feelings about their experience, identify their role in their sibling’s eating disorder journey, and learn and apply skills on effective communication, self-care, and stress management.
Hosted by Terra Towne
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of eating disorders. I’m passionate about providing evidenced-based care and am one of the only therapists in San Diego certified in Family-Based Treatment (FBT), the gold standard treatment for child and adolescent eating disorders. My therapeutic style is warm, authentic, and collaborative. I am deeply empathetic to the struggles that eating disorders pose for clients and their families. I strongly believe that no one chooses to have an eating disorder (nor do parents cause eating disorders) and that there is always hope for lasting recovery.
(858) 358-5909 View (858) 358-5909
This group is for teens (age 13-18) who are in recovery from an eating disorder. Group will allow space to explore situations and relationships teens face while working on their own recovery. Through recovery teens must navigate school, peer relationships, family relationships, athletics, body image, social media, and diet culture amongst other things. We aim to make the group a safe space for teens to process both hard times and victories in their recovery while getting support from others who understand and also learning new skills and tools along the way.
Hosted by Johanna (Jo) Stadtmueller
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
I’m Jo Stadtmueller, and as an Associate Marriage and Family Therapist, I specialize in supporting clients with eating disorders, women’s issues, and maternal mental health. My therapeutic approach is grounded in supportive, relational Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), meaning I prioritize building a trusting and empathetic relationship with you while working through your unique challenges.
(858) 358-7234 View (858) 358-7234
Lego-Based Therapy is a social development program for children and teens with Autism and other children with social communication difficulties. It uses children's love of Lego, as well as their strengths and interests, to develop communication and social skills.
Hosted by Jennifer Oke
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92121
I have been in private practice in the San Diego area for over 25 years. I dedicate my practice to serve children with autism and their families. From early intervention for young children through psychotherapy and social skills training for elementary age children and teenagers, I provide state of the art treatments to meet specific, individual needs. I collaborate with families to determine and meet treatment goals.
(858) 834-8564 View (858) 834-8564
Next round starts 3/2/23 in person. PEERS (Program for Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills) for Adolescents is an evidenced-based social skills intervention for teens and their parents who want to learn how to make and keep friends. PEERS for Adolescents is for motivated teens ages 12-17, and their parents. This group meets weekly, for 12 weeks, in person.
Hosted by Tesserae Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92127
Going to school, work, or social events can be terrifying for some. Feelings of anxiety become paralyzing even before we arrive. Whether it's trying to manage stress with school or work demands, navigate feelings around change or loss, or handle social situations like entering conversations or dealing with rejection or bullying, it can be exhausting. We get stuck in habits that can keep us from living productive lives and forming healthy relationships and we may isolate, turn inward, and experience mood shifts. My clients want a space where they can be heard, not-judged, and learn coping skills to build confidence and stability.
(858) 295-7413 View (858) 295-7413
The Program for the Education and Enrichment of Relational Skills (PEERS®) is an evidence-based social skills intervention originally developed at UCLA by Dr. Elizabeth Laugeson and Dr. Fred Frankel in 2005 and is now used in locations across the US and internationally. PEERS® is an evidenced based program, showing benefit for individuals on the Autism spectrum, but is also appropriate for individuals with ADHD, Anxiety, and Depression. We offer PEERS® for 12 weeks. It is a 90 min group and has both parent and teen involvement. Next group will be starting January 2025!
Hosted by Sara Walpole - Tesserae Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92127
What I love about my work is encouraging and empowering children, teens and families. This is why Francesca Riddell and I started Tesserae Family Therapy. Families come to us for support with depression, anxiety, difficult behaviors as well as learning how to make and keep friends through the PEERS program. Our goal is to help families, adolescents, children and young adults learn concrete skills to help better manage emotions, behaviors and have more positive social interactions. We will provide the support and guidance to assist you in meeting your goals.
(858) 227-6231 View (858) 227-6231
Welcome to the Queering Body Image Psychotherapy Group. This group is intended for Queer Trans Youth of Color (QTYOC) ages 16-24 years of age to collaborate, receive & provide support, unlearn harmful messages from family, culture, media, society etc., learn and practice self & body compassion/acceptance, plus so much more! Let's dismantle the hurtful impacts from diet culture created by cishet white supremacist patriarchy and embrace body functionality, neutrality, and acceptance together! Currently recruiting group members for Thursday Evenings, 7:00 pm-8:20 pm PST. We shall begin the group as soon as we reach 4 members+.
Hosted by Dina Bdaiwi
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
We humans are wired for connection – we need it on the most basic level. But humans are the worst! And the best! Let’s just say: humans are complicated. We need each other, but we hurt each other, so we create these little ways to keep ourselves safe…but those ways might not be working anymore. That’s where I come in - I work with people who are experiencing distress within themselves and in their relationships. Therapy with me focuses on identifying and unpacking the unhelpful beliefs and patterns that keep you stuck, and then learning new ways of relating to yourself and others that make you feel ….. happy!?! It’s possible.
(619) 268-8398 View (619) 268-8398
This virtual group is a psychoeducation & support group for young adults who struggle with addictive behavior. The age range is 16-25 years old, but we can be flexible depending on the situation. This is a great meeting for those who do not resonate with the 12-step program or who are want to learn harm reduction techniques. We decided to create this group because the recovery community does not have a space for this age group. This often leaves them to end up in groups/meetings with older individuals who they do not relate to as much.
Hosted by Julia Rosengren
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
I specialize in addiction/dual diagnosis, but treat various mental health problems as well (depression, anxiety, relationship problems, etc.). I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and a psychodynamic approach, but I alter treatment depending on your needs. Feeling stagnant as well as drug and alcohol concerns are often a result of deeper struggles such as depression, anxiety, self-esteem, trauma, and obstacles in your daily life. If you are feeling stuck and are grappling with how to move forward I can help guide you through it. *Please say your name when prompted when you call, otherwise your call will not go through.*
(858) 609-8405 View (858) 609-8405
DBT Skills Training groups are for clients who would like to cope more effectively with intense emotions, addictive behaviors, and/or relationship struggles. DBT Skills are taught to reduce self-destructive behaviors and learn more adaptive ways to manage painful emotions. These skills include: Mindfulness, Interpersonal Effectiveness, Emotion Regulation, and Distress Tolerance. The DBT Skills Group Process DBT is a skills/teaching group, not a process group.
Hosted by Lizeth V Ma
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
I am a passionate clinical therapist who loves working with children, women, couples and families going through challenging times. Are you and your your child having trouble communicating? Are you and your spouse having trouble communicating? Do you see them going through a hard time, long to help but don't know how? Do you suffer from Bipolar Disorder? I am here for you. Do you feel undone by anxiety or depression and don't know how to "shake it off"? Please call today, My number one goal is to help in the most comfortable and holistic approach possible. It's OK, not to be OK. Together we can get there, one step at a time.
(858) 433-4356 View (858) 433-4356
Being diagnosed with a head injury can be anxiety provoking. In this psychoeducational group, we will review sleep hygiene habits and how to keep your thinking balanced and positive. One session will be taught by a sport nutritionist and devoted to healthy eating and identifying foods nourishing to the brain. We will review breathing techniques and practice meditation. Members will have an opportunity to share with others who are going through as similar journey so they don't feel alone or isolated in their recovery. Collaboration of care with Dr. Hickmann and your primary provider is encouraged.
Hosted by Sara Hickmann
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
I am a Clinical and Sport Psychologist who is trained to treat depression, anxiety, PTSD, ADHD and impulse control issues like substance abuse. Most clients come to therapy looking to change negative habits, more effectively manage emotions or improve relationships. Many clients need assistance with negative thinking or self-destructive patterns. Some people just benefit from talking in a safe space as they carry a sense of shame from early experiences, I specialize in performance psychology and have worked with athletes of all levels for the past 20 years.
(917) 809-6299 View (917) 809-6299
This virtual group is a psychoeducation & support group for young adults who struggle with addictive behavior. The age range is 16-25 years old, but we can be flexible depending on the situation. This is a great meeting for those who do not resonate with the 12-step program or who are want to learn harm reduction techniques. We decided to create this group because the recovery community does not have a space for this age group. This often leaves them to end up in groups/meetings with older individuals who they do not relate to as much.
Hosted by Alex Lewis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92117
Pushing yourself to grow and change is one of the most difficult things, but it is also one of the best things that you can do for yourself. I work with you where you are at and from a place of compassion. Addiction, depression, anxiety, and relationship issues are all areas that I can help you sort through. My approach with addiction is to understand and work through what is driving the behavior. I also utilize harm reduction techniques if needed. I can teach you concrete skills and help you process your emotional experiences in a trusting therapeutic relationship. I am here to support & challenge you to move toward change.
(619) 536-0805 View (619) 536-0805
Accepting referrals for tele-therapy video teen support group.
Hosted by Lori Linn Pele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92109
Do you feel alone, sad, disconnected? Do you just need someone to talk to? You may feel like friends or family don't understand, or maybe you're afraid to tell anyone that your life isn't as "perfect" as it seems. You don't have to feel so alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and are yearning to feel grounded, there is hope. I offer a supportive environment where clients feel safe, trusted & understood. We can work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, & behavior patterns.
(619) 379-8482 View (619) 379-8482
The social groups for school-aged children are semi-structured, co-ed, activity-based, individualized, and focus on building relationships in a safe environment in which to practice newly learned skills. Each child is evaluated to determine group fit and individual need. We also include an SEL (Social Emotional Learning) k-12 evidence-based and psychodynamic treatment protocol for working in schools and treating various social emotional, language, harnessing the power of group and theory of group dynamics.
Hosted by Center For Educational Therapy
MA, ETP
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
I am also an Educational Therapist working in various schools and clinics. I work with children, adolescents, and parents and all the professionals that orbit their lives. School Anxiety is a particular area of interest. The colleagues I work with support the multi-diciplinary approach to treating the whole child. Professionals I work with have specialties not limited to speech, language, vision, psychiatry, family counseling, parenting, neurodevelopment, teaching, play and more. As an Educational Therapist I offer children and adults with learning disabilities and other learning challenges a wide range of intensive, individualized interventions designed to remediate learning problems.
(442) 233-3215 View (442) 233-3215
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult time interacting with others, &/or self harm or suicidal thoughts. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. DBT can help! Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-based therapy that works to make life easier for the whole family. Call or email PEP today for more information! 619.787.6676
Hosted by Kira Sweetlove - Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or sad to the point that you can't live the life you want? Do you want to feel better & have a life worth living? Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) is a team of therapists that use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, family conflict, panic, excessive worry & depression. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & help you get results to help control your emotions & your life. By doing this we can help more quickly. Call us today to schedule an appt.
(619) 787-6676 View (619) 787-6676
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult time interacting with others, &/or self harm or suicidal thoughts. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. DBT can help! Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-based therapy that works to make life easier for the whole family. Call or email PEP today for more information! 619.787.6676
Hosted by Christina Edwards - Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or sad to the point that you can't live the life you want? Do you want to feel better & have a life worth living? Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) is a team of therapists that use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, family conflict, panic, excessive worry & depression. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & help you get results to help control your emotions & your life. By doing this we can help more quickly. Call us today to schedule an appt.
(619) 787-6676 View (619) 787-6676
This group is for teens (age 13-18) who are in recovery from an eating disorder. Group will allow space to explore situations and relationships teens face while working on their own recovery. Through recovery teens must navigate school, peer relationships, family relationships, athletics, social media, and diet culture amongst other things. We aim to make the group a safe space for teens to process both hard times and victories in their recovery while getting support from others who understand and also learning new skills and tools along the way.
Hosted by Brittney France
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (111091) in California. I have specialized in the treatment of eating disorders/ disordered eating, emotional and overeating, as well as body image for 16 years through both a clinical and research lens. I believe that all clients have unique strengths and are capable of creating meaningful change in their lives. I enjoy helping clients access these strengths while improving their relationship with food, body, and mind through identifying and connecting with values, learning healthy coping skills, and improving communication.
(619) 955-1309 View (619) 955-1309
Groups are on hold due to COVID-19. This will be a small, private, confidential group for adolescents who have been sexually abused. All members must be mindful, respectful and supportive and must adhere to client confidentiality. Groups will meet weekly. Adjunct group for parents of teens will also be offered on a separate day based on interest & availability.
Hosted by Lori Linn Pele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92109
Do you feel alone, sad, disconnected? Do you just need someone to talk to? You may feel like friends or family don't understand, or maybe you're afraid to tell anyone that your life isn't as "perfect" as it seems. You don't have to feel so alone. If you are feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges and are yearning to feel grounded, there is hope. I offer a supportive environment where clients feel safe, trusted & understood. We can work together to come to new understandings about your feelings, relationships, & behavior patterns.
(619) 379-8482 View (619) 379-8482
In this 6-group series, parents will learn and practice skills to effectively and compassionately support their child during recovery. Parents will get the benefit of participating in an online community of other parents with similar struggles for support. If you are interested in participating in this virtual group, or would like to find out more, please reply to this email. *To learn more about group leaders, visit us at https://brightmindtherapy.com/about/
Hosted by BrightMind Therapy
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92109
BrightMind is a group practice of therapists treating children, adolescents and young adults. BrightMind's mission is to provide treatments that are youth-focused and evidence-based. As practitioner-scientists trained at UCSD, we are committed to providing treatments supported by scientific evidence. Our treatments are tailored for our clients' age and developmental stage. BrightMind strives to instill youth and their families with the skills and insight necessary to independently manage stress, mental health challenges, and life experiences. All of our behavioral treatments reflect our values, which are: science-based, child-empowe
(619) 452-3950 View (619) 452-3950
This group was designed to assist individuals struggling with a distorted body image and eating disorder. Topics that will be addressed include: develop a sense of hope about one's future, healing and recovery, healthy living, support-system, self-esteem, stress-management, intimate relationships, and healthy body image.
Hosted by Association for Compassionate Transformation
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92130
Would you like to be successful emotionally, socially, spiritually and professionally? Do you need assistance directing personal growth, relationships, family life or your career? I specialize in assisting individuals to lead a productive life, a meaningful existence and reach their highest potential.
(858) 367-3966 View (858) 367-3966
Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) provides DBT skills training groups that provide skills to teens who have anxiety, mood swings or depression, poor communication with family or friends, family conflict, difficulty regulating emotions, low impulse control or emotional eating, a difficult time interacting with others, &/or self harm or suicidal thoughts. Call or email PEP today for more information - 619.787.6676 - www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. DBT can help! Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is a research-based therapy that works to make life easier for the whole family. Call or email PEP today for more information! 619.787.6676
Hosted by Hannah Corder Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Associate Clinical Social Worker
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed out or sad to the point that you can't live the life you want? Do you want to feel better & have a life worth living? Personal Evolution Psychotherapy (PEP) is a team of therapists that use Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to overcome social anxiety, depression, communication & relationship issues, family conflict, panic, excessive worry & depression. Visit Us at www.PersonalEvolutionPsychotherapy.com. We provide much more than traditional talk therapy & help you get results to help control your emotions & your life. By doing this we can help more quickly. Call us today to schedule an appt.
(619) 787-6676 View (619) 787-6676
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Teen Support Groups
Therapy support groups for teens in San Diego provide support during the transitional period where teens can bring up issues of independence and self-identity in a supportive environment.

Group therapy brings adolescents together who struggle with similar issues. It creates a safe space for teens to connect and support one another, while learning beneficial skills from an experienced therapist who serves as the group leader. Group therapy is an option that teens should consider as a powerful therapy alternative.