Support Groups in San Jose, CA

Addiction Recovery Center (ARC)
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, LAADC, EMDR(C), CSOTP
Verified
Verified
"This is a sex addiction group. Various sex addictions are welcomed. There are men's groups and women's groups. "

Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP)
Psychiatrist, MD, LMFT, LCSW, MPH, MFTI
Verified
Verified
"Adolescents (ages 12-17) are good candidates for IOP if they experience frequent, significant mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, and suicidal behavior that impact functioning in their relationships, school, work, and/or community. IOP offers more severe preventative treatment than ..."

CSC: Community of Survivors & Courage (Recruiting)
Pre-Licensed Professional, AMFT
Verified
Verified
"We are currently recruiting for our CSC Group Fall Session, 2022. A phone intake and in-person assessment is needed to register. Any questions or interest feel free to contact Theresa Samuel Boko (tsamuelboko@era-center.o rg / (650) 420 - 5274. CSC ..."

Grief and Loss Support Group
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
Verified
"We welcome individuals grieving the loss of a loved one who are seeking support in a group setting. This is a private, compassionate, safe environment to share your loss experience and connect with others who have experienced the same. We ..."

Anxiety Support Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Support group for anxiety. You don't have to feel isolated and alone. Get support from others and learn to overcome generalized anxiety, social anxiety,PTSD, panic disorder, phobias and related issues. Pre-screening required. Contact Dr. Dufford at Anxiety Treatment Services phone ..."

Christian Counseling Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified
Verified
"We provide Group Therapy around Codependency, Sexual Abuse Recovery, Addiction Recovery, Marriage Groups, Women Leaders, etc. "

Chemical Dependency/Addictions/PTSD Virtual Group
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, IC&RC, CADC-II
Verified
Verified
"The Chemical Dependency and Addictions/ PTSD Group is designed for individuals, healthcare providers, first responders, and professionals to work on their own recovery and trauma. "

Music Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"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. "

Dialectical Behavior Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"I run comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program. It includes a weekly individual therapy session as well as a weekly skills training group and crisis coaching. At this time, we run groups on Monday and Tuesday evenings and Thursday afternoons. ..."
Not accepting new clients

Association of Family and Conciliation Courts
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP-II, BSP, ART, TIST
Verified
Verified
"Member of Association "

Calming Your Anger Zoom Class starts April 5th
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Calming Your Anger Zoom is a 4 week class on Zoom. Anger doesn't make you a bad person. Learn simple tools for managing anger right away. Healthy communication, self-care, setting boundaries, listening and handling someone else's anger are also addressed. ..."

Grief and Loss Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Loss is complicated and unpredictable. It isn't something we get over or move beyond, it is a part of us that can be enfolded and brought to a softer place within where it can reside and move you forward. Learn ..."

Gold Crown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Gold crown is an in-person DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome! Wednesday 5pm-6:30pm. Please email if you are interested. "

The Q Spot- Weekly Groups For Queer POC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT,
Verified
Verified
"The Que is a weekly processing group for Queer Folks of Color, to provide support, validation and a safe space to navigate the nuances of life. We discuss ALL topics, relevant and applicable to our community. Join Us, and allow ..."

Cyndy Thomas LCSW & Glenn Thomas LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
"Cyndy Thomas LCSW and Glenn Thomas LCSW are a married couple who work together to help you with your relationship, or marrage. They both meet with you and your partner together in the same sessions. "

Marriage Enrichment Group (Part 1 & 2) - Virtual
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
Verified
"Marriage and raising a family can be tiring and frustrating. It takes lots of work to balance and prioritize life. Sharing stories and life experiences with other couples of similar challenges can be helpful. Each series contains of 4 sessions. ..."

Gold Crown
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Gold crown is an in-person DBT/process group for high school teens 14-17 struggling with isolation, depression and anxiety. All genders welcome. Please email if you are interested. "

Monthly Meditation Circle
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, PPS-SC
Verified
Verified
"This Meditation Circle offers a quiet, peaceful environment to help you let go of the mental chatter so you can go inward and connect spiritually. The Meditation Circle will feature Guided Meditations. This group is perfect for beginners, and for ..."

Hold Me Tight
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPCC
Verified
Verified
"Come with your partner to learn how to: Move out of negative cycles that are keeping you feeling stuck and alone. Make sense of your emotions as well as your partner's emotions Understand old wounds that are keeping you from ..."
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What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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 San Jose 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.
Is Group Therapy Right For You?
Group therapy in San Jose allows you to benefit from the experiences and sharing of others. Listening to others, and recognizing what you have in common, allows you to learn about yourself. In the group environment, where therapy types such as Mindfulness Based group therapy are used, you can recognize aspects of yourself that you may choose to modify or change.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in San Jose can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.
As other members share about their lives, you might see your own experiences or see patterns you hadn’t noticed previously. The group allows you to better understand issues you might not have noticed before.
Hearing the stories of group members gets you outside of yourself and helps you see your life differently. As you do that, a process of self-acceptance and empathy for others occurs as you learn to relate with others in the group.
Group therapy and support groups in San Jose can also be a less expensive alternative to individual therapy. While you should check with your insurance company, you’ll often find that therapist led group psychotherapy is covered, while peer-led support groups are not. Either way, group session costs are generally less expensive than individual therapy.