Support Groups in Torrance, CA

Integrative Recovery and Mindfulness
Integrative Recovery we explore how the mind, body, and spirit integrate making a whole person. We address the whole person in the recovery process and practice mindfulness as a means for self-exploration.
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Hosted by Robert Christopher Travis
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Integrative Recovery we explore how the mind, body, and spirit integrate making a whole person. We address the whole person in the recovery process and practice mindfulness as a means for self-exploration.
(424) 533-7988 View (424) 533-7988
Effective Therapy Group
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Hosted by Albert Potash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
(310) 879-5392 View (310) 879-5392
Concientización sobre violencia domestica
Grupo de concientización sobre violencia doméstica para mujeres. Educacion sobre violencia doméstica, abuso sexual, trauma, el agresor, emociones: ira, culpa, pena, miedo, incrementa tu seguridad y la de tus hijos, autoevaluación y comprensión de la autoestima, comunicate asertivamente y establece ...
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Hosted by Mayra Molina
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90501
Grupo de concientización sobre violencia doméstica para mujeres. Educacion sobre violencia doméstica, abuso sexual, trauma, el agresor, emociones: ira, culpa, pena, miedo, incrementa tu seguridad y la de tus hijos, autoevaluación y comprensión de la autoestima, comunicate asertivamente y establece ...
(310) 904-6653 View (310) 904-6653
Nature Based Hiking Therapy Program
Nature based therapy is psychotherapy that takes place in a natural environment, or "healing-scape." It involves a therapeutic process that takes place step-by-step and out of doors. Depending on an individual's unique needs, it can include: relaxation skills, grounding, deep ...
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Hosted by L. Debbie Murad
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Nature based therapy is psychotherapy that takes place in a natural environment, or "healing-scape." It involves a therapeutic process that takes place step-by-step and out of doors. Depending on an individual's unique needs, it can include: relaxation skills, grounding, deep ...
(424) 625-3145 View (424) 625-3145
The Effective Therapy Group
We are a Group of specialists that work with a wide range of clients including Adults, Couples and Teens. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Even telephone counseling for those who need lower cost/more convenient scheduling.
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Hosted by James A Stump
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
We are a Group of specialists that work with a wide range of clients including Adults, Couples and Teens. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Even telephone counseling for those who need lower cost/more convenient scheduling.
(424) 999-0175 View (424) 999-0175
Neuro Wellness Spa North Torrance
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
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Hosted by Neuro Wellness Spa
Treatment Center
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90504
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
(424) 414-0604 View (424) 414-0604
Men's Addiction Process Group
Addictions if untreated have the same traits: secrets, ritualistic behavior, obcessions of the mind followed by cravings and compulsive acting out then the shame kicks in and we say, "I'll never do that again and (2) weeks later we are ...
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Hosted by Derek Scott Hoxby
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CADC-II, SEP
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Addictions if untreated have the same traits: secrets, ritualistic behavior, obcessions of the mind followed by cravings and compulsive acting out then the shame kicks in and we say, "I'll never do that again and (2) weeks later we are ...
(310) 861-7215 View (310) 861-7215
Neuro Wellness Spa
Neuro Wellness Spa offers a full range of services on an outpatient basis. Our cutting-edge treatment modalities offer hope to those suffering from a variety of issues associated with mental illness. Opening our doors in 2009, we are proud to ...
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Hosted by Martha Koo
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Neuro Wellness Spa offers a full range of services on an outpatient basis. Our cutting-edge treatment modalities offer hope to those suffering from a variety of issues associated with mental illness. Opening our doors in 2009, we are proud to ...
(424) 378-3116 View (424) 378-3116
Mind Power
These groups are designed for ages 11-17 years old focusing on understanding emotional responses and triggers caused by anxiety, depression and/or social and life pressures. Group members will develop skills including identifying how our thoughts affect our feelings and how ...
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Hosted by Sharon Carrigg Bailey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, MFT, LEP
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
These groups are designed for ages 11-17 years old focusing on understanding emotional responses and triggers caused by anxiety, depression and/or social and life pressures. Group members will develop skills including identifying how our thoughts affect our feelings and how ...
(310) 895-9427 View (310) 895-9427
Gender expression support group
Gender expression support group: looking for a safe place to explore your gender identity and expression while receiving understanding in a safe environment that is conducive for personal growth. This nonjudgmental group embraces a wide array of gender expression, transgender, ...
Photo of Anthony Cavuoti, Marriage & Family Therapist in Torrance, CA
Hosted by Anthony Cavuoti
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Gender expression support group: looking for a safe place to explore your gender identity and expression while receiving understanding in a safe environment that is conducive for personal growth. This nonjudgmental group embraces a wide array of gender expression, transgender, ...
(424) 342-5831 View (424) 342-5831
South Bay Strong Men's Group
This is a solid men's therapy group where you'll find connection, support, and accountability. Men in this group show up regularly, actively engage with the other men, listen and give input, and they share about their own experiences: challenges, goals, ...
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Hosted by Kevin Bergen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
This is a solid men's therapy group where you'll find connection, support, and accountability. Men in this group show up regularly, actively engage with the other men, listen and give input, and they share about their own experiences: challenges, goals, ...
(424) 225-1944 View (424) 225-1944
Neuro Wellness Spa South Torrance
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
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Hosted by Brittany Skinner
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
We're changing the way mental health is treated. Neuro Wellness is an in-network psychiatry clinic with locations across Los Angeles that offers in-person & virtual appointments for medication management, TMS therapy, Spravato & more. We are proud to be in-network ...
(310) 620-1898 View (310) 620-1898
Healthy Relationships For Women
Relationships are hard work! This group helps women who are feeling unheard & frustrated in their relationship by teaching them how to express their needs effectively, understand the barriers to connection in their relationship, develop repair strategies for conflicts, & ...
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Hosted by Savanna Petruccelli (Zar)
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, AMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Relationships are hard work! This group helps women who are feeling unheard & frustrated in their relationship by teaching them how to express their needs effectively, understand the barriers to connection in their relationship, develop repair strategies for conflicts, & ...
(310) 340-6902 View (310) 340-6902
Womens Group
Women's group addressing issues that women encounter in later adulthood, divorce, empty nest, menopause
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Hosted by Kathleen Laub, LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Women's group addressing issues that women encounter in later adulthood, divorce, empty nest, menopause
(310) 871-4038 View (310) 871-4038
Star Group for Middle School Girls
Group addresses the unique needs of middle-school girls and through: art, journaling, and processing with peers. Issues addressed will include: Self-image, expoloring thoughts, hopes, & dreams, the importance of establishing healthy friendships and recognizing areas in friendship which require boundaries, ...
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Hosted by February Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
Group addresses the unique needs of middle-school girls and through: art, journaling, and processing with peers. Issues addressed will include: Self-image, expoloring thoughts, hopes, & dreams, the importance of establishing healthy friendships and recognizing areas in friendship which require boundaries, ...
(310) 359-9112 View (310) 359-9112
cancelled Healing Stress and Insomnia Group
This is a eight-week group for individuals with problems falling and staying asleep and for people who wish to reduce or eliminate sleep medication. Goals: 1) Understand and change thoughts and behaviors that don't let you fall asleep 2) Acquire ...
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Hosted by Corina Gheorghiu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, DDS
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
This is a eight-week group for individuals with problems falling and staying asleep and for people who wish to reduce or eliminate sleep medication. Goals: 1) Understand and change thoughts and behaviors that don't let you fall asleep 2) Acquire ...
(310) 504-1935 View (310) 504-1935
Adult Day Intensive
Intensive Outpatient Treatment for substance use disorders for adult
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Hosted by Twin Town Treatment Centers - Torrance
Treatment Center
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
Intensive Outpatient Treatment for substance use disorders for adult
(310) 736-1982 View (310) 736-1982
Adoptive Parents Support Group
This monthly education and support group offers practical guidance in parenting adopted and foster-care/adopted children. Parents discuss family challenges and share success in relationship building and working through various issues in a non-judgmental environment.
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Hosted by Hillary Wilson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
This monthly education and support group offers practical guidance in parenting adopted and foster-care/adopted children. Parents discuss family challenges and share success in relationship building and working through various issues in a non-judgmental environment.
(310) 668-1537 View (310) 668-1537
Grandparents Raising Grandchildren
This group will meet for 5 weeks starting on May 1, 2018. The goal of the group is to help grandparents discuss their feelings, thoughts and concerns about raising grandchildren.
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Hosted by Lesley M Silverstone
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
This group will meet for 5 weeks starting on May 1, 2018. The goal of the group is to help grandparents discuss their feelings, thoughts and concerns about raising grandchildren.
(310) 331-8983 View (310) 331-8983
Creating Healthy Relationships for Women
This process group is primarily insight-oriented and encourages self-awareness and introspection. The purpose of the group is to explore your way of being in relationships. It is long term and open ended. Weekly attendance, with minimal reasonable exceptions is required. ...
Photo of Bonnie Ray Kennan, Marriage & Family Therapist in Torrance, CA
Hosted by Bonnie Ray Kennan
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, MFT, CGP
Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90505
This process group is primarily insight-oriented and encourages self-awareness and introspection. The purpose of the group is to explore your way of being in relationships. It is long term and open ended. Weekly attendance, with minimal reasonable exceptions is required. ...
(424) 294-8108 View (424) 294-8108


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