Addiction Treatment Clinician Support Group
Beginning 8/18/22 (in person or virtual) : Contact me to reserve* Associate or seasoned clinicians/Case Managers working in addiction treatment who experience significant burnout. Large caseloads, overwhelming documentation, challenging clients, clients who relapse, and clients who overdose and die. This ...
Hosted by Angelina Gripp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Huntington Beach, CA 92648
Beginning 8/18/22 (in person or virtual) : Contact me to reserve* Associate or seasoned clinicians/Case Managers working in addiction treatment who experience significant burnout. Large caseloads, overwhelming documentation, challenging clients, clients who relapse, and clients who overdose and die. This ...
Music Therapy
Youth will learn the importance of using music to coping with trauma, self-esteem and build positive relationships. Groups will consist of but not limited to: 1: Creating Beats 2: Improving mental health through music exploration 3. Songs and Feelings.
Hosted by Isaac Abraham Gutierrez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Jose, CA 95126
Youth will learn the importance of using music to coping with trauma, self-esteem and build positive relationships. Groups will consist of but not limited to: 1: Creating Beats 2: Improving mental health through music exploration 3. Songs and Feelings.
Men's Sex Addiction Process / Relationship Repair
Facilitated by my colleagues, Novus clinical Director, Duane Osterlind, LMFT, and Mateo Leonardo, AMFT, many of my clients benefit from the supplemental support offered in this therapist led men's group which is focused on processing sex addiction struggles and compulsive ...
Hosted by Krystal Faust
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT, ASAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90803
Facilitated by my colleagues, Novus clinical Director, Duane Osterlind, LMFT, and Mateo Leonardo, AMFT, many of my clients benefit from the supplemental support offered in this therapist led men's group which is focused on processing sex addiction struggles and compulsive ...
DBT Skills Group
Free DBT Skills Training Group held via Zoom
Hosted by Life Practice Counseling Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sacramento, CA 95821
Free DBT Skills Training Group held via Zoom
People with Parkinson's Disease Support Group
This group is safe place for people with Parkinson's disease to provide resources, share experiences and teach practical coping skills. This AMAZING support group is offered WEEKLY on ZOOM. This group is led by two clinical psychologists, Dana Lieberman, PsyD ...
This group is safe place for people with Parkinson's disease to provide resources, share experiences and teach practical coping skills. This AMAZING support group is offered WEEKLY on ZOOM. This group is led by two clinical psychologists, Dana Lieberman, PsyD ...
Parenting Toddlers
Hosted by Stephenie H Lievense
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Montrose, CA 91020
Storm Haven, Counseling and Wellness
Welcome to our practice of dedicated mental health providers! Supporting fellow humans is at the core of our mission. Life's storms can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling lost. Here, you'll find a safe haven where we comprehend the complexities of ...
Hosted by Jayzme A Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Temecula, CA 92592
Welcome to our practice of dedicated mental health providers! Supporting fellow humans is at the core of our mission. Life's storms can be overwhelming, leaving you feeling lost. Here, you'll find a safe haven where we comprehend the complexities of ...
Adolescent Process Group
I am creating a group most recently for middle school kids in the Bay Area. We will begin using Tele-therapy, due to the proximity of those interested. It will be a process group and I will cap it at six ...
Hosted by Megan Fuller O'Donnell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Corte Madera, CA 94925
I am creating a group most recently for middle school kids in the Bay Area. We will begin using Tele-therapy, due to the proximity of those interested. It will be a process group and I will cap it at six ...
Breaking the Cycle of Depression
Breaking the Cycle of Depression is a six week group to prevent relapse of depression, using mindfulness-based cognitive therapy techniques (MBCT). MBCT is an innovative, clinically proven treatment that encourages patients to play an active role in preventing the return ...
Hosted by Anne Diedrich
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Francisco, CA 94110
Breaking the Cycle of Depression is a six week group to prevent relapse of depression, using mindfulness-based cognitive therapy techniques (MBCT). MBCT is an innovative, clinically proven treatment that encourages patients to play an active role in preventing the return ...
Sound Bath Journeys
Through a combination of guided mediation and sound bath journey, take your self care to the next level. This group is a holistic and energetic approach to raise the vibrations of healing through the collective. Via Telehealth. Please email or ...
Hosted by Carolina A. Miranda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Imperial, CA 92251
Through a combination of guided mediation and sound bath journey, take your self care to the next level. This group is a holistic and energetic approach to raise the vibrations of healing through the collective. Via Telehealth. Please email or ...
Creekside Counseling Associates
Creekside Counseling Associates is comprised of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Psychologists. We are individual practitioners, united in faith and purpose. We are uniquely complemented by our diversity of personalities, backgrounds, and skills and are ...
Hosted by Linda Carlos
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elk Grove, CA 95624
Creekside Counseling Associates is comprised of Licensed Marriage & Family Therapists, Licensed Clinical Social Workers and Psychologists. We are individual practitioners, united in faith and purpose. We are uniquely complemented by our diversity of personalities, backgrounds, and skills and are ...
Social Play for Preschool and Elementary Ages
In this group your child will be able to learn and practice some key self-management skills that are important for success in the classroom, both academically and socially. During this 8 week group, your child will have the opportunity to ...
In this group your child will be able to learn and practice some key self-management skills that are important for success in the classroom, both academically and socially. During this 8 week group, your child will have the opportunity to ...
South Bay Poly/Kink/ Support Group
This group is here to support and educate people who are curious or in an alternative lifestyle relationship.
Hosted by Rhonda Smillie
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Manhattan Beach, CA 90266
This group is here to support and educate people who are curious or in an alternative lifestyle relationship.
Teen, Children 7-10, Single Young Adults 25-40
Teen Group - issues with physical, social and emotional development, family and peer concerns, academics/homework and demands from school and home, physical development and body issues, peer pressure, computer gaming and social media impact of child development and peer social ...
Hosted by Judith Bin-Nun
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPCC, MAPsych, MA Ed
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Los Angeles, CA 90025
Teen Group - issues with physical, social and emotional development, family and peer concerns, academics/homework and demands from school and home, physical development and body issues, peer pressure, computer gaming and social media impact of child development and peer social ...
Women's Health & Wellness Support Group
*Note: this group is not in session due to COVID-19.* This is a weekly support group for women suffering from/ adjusting to a chronic life-altering medical condition/ illness (examples include but are certainly not limited to: epilepsy, PLS, ALS, Ehler's ...
Hosted by Dr. Ana Laura Arteaga-Biggs
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92101
*Note: this group is not in session due to COVID-19.* This is a weekly support group for women suffering from/ adjusting to a chronic life-altering medical condition/ illness (examples include but are certainly not limited to: epilepsy, PLS, ALS, Ehler's ...
Adolesent Girls Growth Group
Is your adolescent daughter struggling? Is she moody and sulky and struggling to manage her stress with school and her friends? This is a group created especially for her! I am hosting a limited space group for adolescent girls ages ...
Hosted by Kimberlee Mendoza
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Glendora, CA 91741
Is your adolescent daughter struggling? Is she moody and sulky and struggling to manage her stress with school and her friends? This is a group created especially for her! I am hosting a limited space group for adolescent girls ages ...
Virtual DBT Skills
DBT is an evidence based treatment proven effective in addressing mood instability, relationship challenges, impulsive behavior and problematic thought patterns. This virtual group for adults provides space for folks to learn coping skills in the following modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, ...
Hosted by Beginner's Mind Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Mateo, CA 94402
DBT is an evidence based treatment proven effective in addressing mood instability, relationship challenges, impulsive behavior and problematic thought patterns. This virtual group for adults provides space for folks to learn coping skills in the following modules: mindfulness, distress tolerance, ...
Psychotherapist Marketing & Career Development
As a dual college advisor and career coach, I work with psychotherapists in order to overcome what blocks them from marketing themselves and building a thriving private practice -- in both individual and group settings.
Hosted by Prof. Michael Anthony Nalepa - Individual And Couples Specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist, BFA, MA, LMFT, ExecDir
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90010
As a dual college advisor and career coach, I work with psychotherapists in order to overcome what blocks them from marketing themselves and building a thriving private practice -- in both individual and group settings.
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program provides a step-by-step process to end emotional eating. Discover an approach that’s simple and has nothing to do with willpower, diets, or working out. This group will transform your relationship with yourself and with food. ...
Hosted by Nina Savelle-Rocklin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calabasas, CA 91302
The Binge Cure Accelerator Program provides a step-by-step process to end emotional eating. Discover an approach that’s simple and has nothing to do with willpower, diets, or working out. This group will transform your relationship with yourself and with food. ...
Betrayed Partners Group (Women)
Our Betrayed Partner's Group offers a place of safety and support for women who are in relationship with a sex addict. We take a trauma approach in the group, understanding that the impact of sexual addiction on a relationship and ...
Hosted by Banyan Therapy Group
Treatment Center, LMFT, LPCC, CCPS-S, CSAT-S
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Studio City, CA 91604
Our Betrayed Partner's Group offers a place of safety and support for women who are in relationship with a sex addict. We take a trauma approach in the group, understanding that the impact of sexual addiction on a relationship and ...
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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.