Support Groups in Santa Rosa, CA

Photo of Dene Carroll, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Women's Divorce Group: Rising Strong After Divorce
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Rising Strong™ is all about what it takes to get up after a big (or small) fall. You will learn Dr. Brene Brown’s process, rooted in research, for getting up and moving forward: The Reckoning. The Rumble. The Revolution.™ We ..."
(707) 267-2381
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Willow Tree Counseling, Treatment Center in Santa Rosa, CA
Weekly Sex and Porn Addiction Group
Treatment Center, CSAT, CCPS, CPTT
Verified
Verified
"Process/Educational group focused on sobriety and early recovery from sex and porn addiction. "
(707) 207-8230
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Lisa Rohe, Psychologist in Santa Rosa, CA
Adolescent Dialectical Behavioral Skills Training
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"*Groups are currently on hold due to the COVID-19 pandemic* Do your moods feel out of control? Do you often feel rejected? Do you have thoughts of hurting yourself? You may benefit from Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)! DBT can help ..."
(707) 881-7935
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Winnie Piccolo, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Dream Groups
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"DREAMS reach out to us on many levels, from the practical to the spiritual, illuminating our blind spots as well as our inner resources. Working with dreams is a creative way to grapple with personal and relationship conflicts as well ..."
(707) 986-8999
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Photo of Jessica Peters Malmberg, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Perinatal Loss/Grief Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"In this group we create a place to bring the deep sadness and love that comes with loss of an infant. Through telling your story, and listening to others, we create a safe place to feel the broad range of ..."
(707) 587-2223
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Richard C Alongi, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Lawyer's Assistance Program
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CPTT
Verified
Verified
"The LAP group is affiliated with the State of California Bar Association for its members who need additional life and professional support. We also deal with disciplinary actions, substance abuse, depression, anxiety and other life issues. Referrals can be made ..."
(707) 639-1259
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Jeanne Vattuone, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Betrayed Partners of Sex Addicts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CSAT-S, CCPC-S, CPTT-S
Verified
Verified
"These groups help to educate and support partners through the process of learning and healing from betrayal trauma. These groups are safe places to share without judgement or advice. These groups are facilitated by licensed therapists who specialize in sex ..."
(707) 200-2332
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Lani Lee, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Psychedelic Integration Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Come together with other psychonauts to integrate and explore big medicine experiences! Whether recent or from long ago, come share your journey experiences with like-minded others. Learn skills for safely traversing the inner world during psychedelic journeys. Please note, no ..."
(707) 549-6562
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Jennifer Scott, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Psychedelic Integration & Support Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"A safe space to integrate and process experiences and insights garnered by Non-ordinary states of consciousness (NOSC), such as those created by psychedelics, ketamine, breathwork, and other cultural or spiritual practices. Contact Jennifer to find out more about this group. ..."
(707) 800-3131
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Photo of Lily M. Rossman, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
New Mom's Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"A postpartum group for Moms with babies up to 1.5 years. This group is designed to connect you to other moms, build community and support and make some new friends. I create a safe place to talk about the trials ..."
(707) 238-5224
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Photo of Rebecca Lane Worsley, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Divorce Care
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"This is a 13 week video series and support group offered at Spring Hills Church on Wednesday evenings. There are normally 8-12 attendees and they are either going through a divorce, are separated or contemplating divorce. This support group is ..."
(707) 549-6053
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95403
Waitlist for new clients
Photo of Patty Bechtold, Counselor in Santa Rosa, CA
Soulful Journaling Writing Circle (on Zoom)
Counselor, MS, LPCC, BCC
Verified
Verified
"The winter/spring 2023 Circle is full. Visit wiselifetherapy.com/writi ng-circle to add your name to the waitlist. We’re a warm and welcoming community of women who join together every other week to pause and practice reflective writing together. This journaling process ..."
(707) 205-3079
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95405
Waitlist for new clients
Not accepting new clients
Photo of Jennifer Westcott, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
www.therapybytes.net
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, PPSC, MFT
Verified
Verified
"We are Sonoma County therapists who have enjoyed collaboration and consultation with one another for many years. We have passion for the art of healing and track many themes that show up repeatedly in the therapy office and in life. ..."
(707) 639-1295
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Not accepting new clients
Not accepting new clients
Photo of Ann Kyser, Psychologist in Santa Rosa, CA
Women in Connection Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Focus on Women's Developmental Issues, Interpersonal Connections, Binge Eating Cessation, Focus on Women's Health "
(415) 831-7624
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Not accepting new clients
Photo of Gilda Meyers, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Conscious Aging
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"An ONLINE support group for women 70+ meets 2nd Saturday of the month. We explore beliefs and attitudes toward aging by sharing the experience and wisdom gained over a lifetime. Health, meaningful work, relationships, sexuality, creativity, spirituality, mortality are issues ..."
(415) 944-2488
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Photo of Mark Falls, Psychologist in Santa Rosa, CA
Kids off Chemicals; Adolescent Drug Treatment
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"NEXT STEP: KIDS OFF CHEMICALS is an intensive outpatient program for substance abusing teens and their parents. It is 8 to 16 weeks in length; ages 14 to 18. Individual therapy, family therapy, adolescent recovery groups and drug testing. The ..."
(707) 639-1490
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95409
Photo of Bob Greenberg, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
men survivor/ victims of sexual abuse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
"An in depth group for adult male survivor/ victims of sexual abuse. The emphasis is to provide a safe peer setting to explore issues that are difficult to openly share and discuss. Bob has over 20 yrs. experience leading this ..."
(707) 579-5928
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Marsha W Jacobs, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Retirement Pre and Post
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Are you approaching retirement or reinventing yourself in your later years? Join us for exploration into these popular topics and develop your personal plan for the coming years. "
(707) 289-6023
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95401
Photo of Kevin Russell, Marriage & Family Therapist in Santa Rosa, CA
Men's group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
"On going men's group discussing many kinds of issues. Depth oriented, supportive & appropriately challenging. "
(707) 820-7905
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95404
Photo of Pura Vida Recovery Services, Treatment Center in Santa Rosa, CA
Friends and Family Community Support Group
Treatment Center
"In response to a service that is greatly needed in our community PURA VIDA RECOVERY SERVICES Is continuing to offer a FAMILY AND FRIENDS SUPPORT GROUP! A free, drop in support circle for people wanting support around their loved one’s ..."
(707) 879-8432
View
Group meets in:
Santa Rosa, CA 95401

What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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 Santa Rosa 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.