Support Groups in Thousand Oaks, CA

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Becoming Mother: An Evidence-Based Therapy Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Becoming a mother is a life changing experience. It can often be filled with joy and wonder, but can also include anxiety and sadness. Take steps toward postpartum wellness and become a part of a community of women who understand ..."
(818) 616-8121
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Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Not accepting new clients
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Pregnancy and Infant Loss Support Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Free support group sponsored by Hospice of the Conejo to help support those suffering this difficult loss. Working through this grief with others who understand your emotions can serve as a beginning to healing. Couples and individuals welcomed. Frequent issues ..."
(805) 351-4871
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Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
Not accepting new clients
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Shadow Sound Therapy group and workshops
PhD
"Group designed to identify an unknown part in our self we project on others. It uses creative arts and psychodrama. Well established in New York City and New Jersey. Starting in Southern California Summer '20 "
(805) 590-2377
Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Weekly Parent Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Parenting is challenging. Ever ask, Where are the instructions? What should I do? Or, how do I know what I'm doing is right? You are certainly not alone! This virtual weekly parent support group is for parents of children of ..."
(805) 301-9612
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91358
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ProWellness Academy
PsyD, pd23205
Verified
Verified
"We work to treat all modalities of need in the area of mental wellness and addiction or both. Family sessions are available "
(805) 429-6049
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
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Coed Adult Process Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"I currently lead a process group for adults (ranging in age from 40-70) offering weekly support and an opportunity to process a variety of issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions and loss. This group is ongoing and full at the ..."
(818) 423-4968
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
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Infertility Group Resolve
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Are you having difficulty building your family? You are not alone. Come join other women on the same journey led by Sara Rector MFT infertility expert with personal and professional expertise with access to other experts in the field of ..."
(805) 322-8458
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Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Kinders Mindfulness & Social Skills Group
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS
Verified
Verified
"TBD "
(805) 243-2652
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Tipping The Scales (see my website for more info)
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Being a support for an eating disordered individual is not easy! As you watch your child's emotions, eating habits and behaviors spiral out of control, you may have no idea how to help! Does it feel like everything you say ..."
(805) 824-4428
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91361
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Male Sexuality: For Men Only
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Weekly counseling support group for men dealing with sexual temptations, pornography, addiction, or exhibitionism issues. Call to set up initial admission evaluation. Upon admission, group meeting date/time will be shared. "
(805) 312-7263
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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Roll to Revive
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Roll to Revive is a mental health group that utilizes role playing games (similar to Dungeons and Dragons) to build social skills and foster peer relationships. Sessions will focus on different aspects of mental health or specific social skills. For ..."
(805) 243-2149
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Pregnancy/ New Moms group
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Are you pregnant or are you a new mom? Come share the joys, trials and tribulations of being pregnant or being a new mother. Group is open to women in their second trimester of pregnancy up to mothers of lap ..."
(805) 322-8458
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Conversation with Mom
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"This is a support group for new moms with babies, 0-6 months old. Bring your baby and meet other moms as you share the ups and downs of motherhood. The focus of this group is to support you, MOM in ..."
(818) 946-0811
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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Connection, Mental Health & the Pandemic-Preteens
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS
Verified
Verified
"TBD "
(805) 243-2652
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Self Compassion Skills Training Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"This group is for people interested in developing Self Compassion skills. "
(747) 229-0874
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91320
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Woman's Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"This group is for adult women who want therapeutic support group led by professional counselor. Focus is sexual wholeness and wellness, physical health, relationships, Creating a safe environment where women can receive support, understanding, and feedback. Call for indiv initial ..."
(805) 312-7263
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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You Are Not Crazy- Relationships
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"What is wrong with me!?" " Am I Crazy?!" Do you question or doubt yourself? Are you constantly walking on egg shells? Do you analyze every question or thought before voicing it to your partner? Does your partner hurt your ..."
(424) 344-5722
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362
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Parenting Tool Box - A free one hour workshop!
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Verified
"Please call to arrange a free and fun one hour parenting workhsop. You will walk away with new parenting tools to fill your tool box with. These workshops are available to groups of friends, schools, mom's groups and other organizations. "
(805) 360-5773
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Creative Spiritual Unity
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
"Creativity, meditation, guided imagery, with prayer to release Healing, Blessings, Gifting, Love, and Unity. "
(805) 301-5227
Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91360
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Social Skills Ages 5-7 using drama & art
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Kids have really struggled with socialization over the last couple of years due to COVID. Especially this age group who may or may not have had group socialization such as preschool. This group will be using drama and mixed media ..."
(805) 716-6384
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Group meets in:
Thousand Oaks, CA 91362

What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks 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 Thousand Oaks 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.