Support Groups in West Hollywood, CA
Sometimes we hold ourselves accountable for things that we were never taught, however to do so is unrealistic, unfair, and invalidating. DBT Skills Group fills in those gaps and shows ways to better handle hardships, emotions, and relationships. More of a class than a processing group, DBT Skills Group at Three Waves Psychotherapy teaches practical techniques to live more peacefully with ‘what is’ as they coincide with the DBT modules: Mindfulness, Distress Tolerance, Emotion Regulation, and Interpersonal Effectiveness. Groups are available to clients across California and attendees will learn over 80 effective skills to help build a life worth living.

Hosted by Thomas Dunleavy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90048
Sometimes, your thoughts and emotions turn you into someone you hardly recognize. They seem to have no middle ground—you're fine, you're holding it together, and then suddenly, you're not. There’s a sense that no matter what you do, nothing is ever good enough; not for the people around you, and especially not for yourself. You’re sick and tired of being sick and tired, and ready to do whatever it takes to actually start enjoying your life. What you really need is support and a clear plan to manage the overwhelm. Shaming yourself into being a better version of you isn’t working. Let’s try something different together.
Gay people can be understood to possess a sublime creative potential that with special care may develop in striking ways, professionally, relationally, spiritually. This weekly depth group approaches the gay psyche as having fearsome as well as uplifting divine aspects that can be integrated into a novel sense of wholeness not otherwise attainable through standard therapies. Focus on becoming more gay-centered, feeling-oriented, transpersonally-minded, and appreciative of LGBT mystical traditions through dynamic interpersonal interaction and a shared transformative effort to reclaim deeply-sourced homophobic childhood hurts as the eternally hopeful "child within" who needs our loving care.

Hosted by Christopher Kilbourne
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90046
If you're interested in a seasoned therapist who’s sensitive and warmly engaging yet respectfully challenging, who has long-successfully addressed concerns like anxiety, depression, anger, compulsions, romance, sexuality and creative blocks, then I invite you to check out how I may be able to help solve your problems in ways that also result in more durable change and substantive healing by creatively getting to the roots of your issues and difficult feelings in a manner that honors your experience as sacred. Let's address your problem while transforming your struggles into a hero’s journey to increasing empowerment and capability!
As well as providing therapy throughout the eating disorder recovery process, I also offer assessment and intervention services. Eating disorders often require treatment as well as a treatment team-- I can help you or your loved one find the right level of care, walk you through the process, and coordinate care with the team.

Hosted by Torri Efron Pelton
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
I specialize in treating Eating Disorders, Body Dysmorphic Disorder, and related issues, as well as Family Therapy. I meet the client where they are at, and help build a supportive team around them, depending on each client's personalized needs. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Narrative Therapy. To me the most important part of therapy is building a safe and trusting relationship.
Processing group for individuals with DID

Hosted by Samantha Juliene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90048
Hi! I first want to welcome you to my practice and congratulate you on your courage! As a therapist, my goal is to provide a space for you to be authentically who you are without judgment. I provide support during the hard times, ask tough questions when necessary, and work with you to find practical solutions to your challenges. I aim to forge a deep and trusting relationship so that you feel comfortable discussing your most protected thoughts and feelings. There are no quick fixes, but developing the life skills, improving self-respect, and connecting deeply with loved ones are key in building wholeness in mind, body, and spirit
Now running DBT Skills groups in conjunction with indiviudal DBT therapy.

I am Intensely DBT trained from The Linehan Institute. DBT began as the premiere treatment for Borderline Personality Disorder and then grew to be successfully used for a variety of issues, including: depression, anxiety, impulsivity, couples counselling and substance addiction. I also use a variety of other practices and therapies, including: CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Trauma Informed Therapy. My process is always to ask you, the client, what it is you want, what would that look like, and what is in your way. Then we collaborate to get you there!
This group is nitched toward culturally diverse MFT Interns, CSWs, ASW's, trainee & psychology students-of-color. The group focuses on group processing from the lens of diversity. This could, or could not, include embracing and incorporating cultural competence through psychoeducation. This would include processing through validation, as well as, self and peer awareness from a facilitator who would encourage discussions of difference and how difference affects, or not affects, treatment and the workplace and the Self.

Hosted by Renaldo Strayhorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90046
ATTENTION FAMILIES AND COUPLES: Are you and your partner struggling with communication? Do you find that you argue about things that are seemingly insignificant? Has your relationship evolved into a power struggle? There may be triggers in your relationships that create conflict that you simply are not aware. I can help to lower the reactivity and to help bring back the love and understanding you once had. Learn to disagree safely. Communication skills are my specialty.
My Passion are those couples that are from different backgrounds or from different countries, biracial or where there is a significant age difference.
Join a process group of individuals seeking to learn more about themselves and how they relate to others. Group therapy can help you to build intimacy and embrace closeness with others, practice healthy boundaries, identify maladaptive patterns in your life, address conflict effectively and improve communication.

Hosted by Cindy Weathers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Are you struggling to find meaningful connection or fulfilling relationships? Do you find yourself going back to toxic situations despite your better judgement? Are you generally feeling lost or alone? If any of these questions resonate, I can help. I specialize in working with relational issues and intimacy disorders. In addition, I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, lack of connection and trauma. I also work with women and couples experiencing reproductive difficulties, fertility intervention and postpartum adjustment. Additionally, I often work with high achievers and perfectionists.
Three hour day and evening adult groups for addiction recovery.

Hosted by Twin Town Treatment Centers-West Hollywood
Treatment Center, CEO
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90046
Intensive outpatient and day treatment with specialty treatment programs for stimulants/ meth. Day or evening sessions contracted with most HMO, EPO, PPO and managed care insurance (including Medi-Cal). Joint Commission Accredited
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but don't know how to go about it and just feel stuck. Fighting over money, sex, chores, or parenting; Not making your relationship a priority, Coping with an affair; Feeling alone and disconnected. You are not alone. Learn to feel more connected and secure in your relationships and in who you are. Complementary consultation required to qualify.

Hosted by Reconnect Relationship - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Do you often find yourself agreeing to things you don’t like or don't want to do? Have you had enough of being overly accommodating in order to please others at the cost of your own wellbeing, without much of a return? Isn't it time to break this endless cycle and stop pleasing everyone but yourself? I’m here to help. As your psychologist, I’ll provide you with a safe judgment-free space to be vulnerable, where we can discuss your situation and examine your habits that are making it hard for you to stop pleasing others. During our sessions, you can feel heard and empowered to start living your life for yourself, and not others.
Making sense of life after 50

I help people navigate the big choices in life, confront issues like depression and anxiety, and face down bigger problems like addiction or unresolved trauma. Maybe you sense something isn’t quite right — your job, your marriage, your personal relationships and want to get “back on track.” Together we can face difficult choices, move through the stages of change, and help you recover a sense of personal integrity. I work with couples, individuals, and sometimes families to improve communication, explore values, and address underlying issues which may be a source of conflict.
This group focuses on esteem building, reducing social discomfort, and understanding general life cycle issues. The group utilizes peer discussions and past life experiences to further understand one's role within the community. The facilitator monitors the group so that a safe setting is ongoing so that individuals can ultimately take healthy chances in life and relationships; and so that individuals can explore and ultimately make healthy life choices.

Hosted by Renaldo Strayhorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90046
ATTENTION FAMILIES AND COUPLES: Are you and your partner struggling with communication? Do you find that you argue about things that are seemingly insignificant? Has your relationship evolved into a power struggle? There may be triggers in your relationships that create conflict that you simply are not aware. I can help to lower the reactivity and to help bring back the love and understanding you once had. Learn to disagree safely. Communication skills are my specialty.
My Passion are those couples that are from different backgrounds or from different countries, biracial or where there is a significant age difference.
For all members of the LGBTQ+ community. Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized phobias, and more. Beginning soon...

Hosted by Danny Haloossim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
I believe in an approach to psychotherapy that is empathetic, collaborative and tailored to an individual's unique needs, where you feel understood from the first meeting. My approach recognizes the importance of the relationship between us, where therapy is an opportunity to make changes in our relationships by working within one in a therapeutic environment where you feel respected and supported. Life can be painful and challenging; my goal is to provide a space that feels safe and non-judgmental in order to experiment with new ways of thinking, gain insight, and have a happier, healthier, and fuller life.
Transgender Community Support & Discussion Group! We've created a space to connect, share, and grow within a supportive and affirming community. Our Transgender Community Group is a welcoming environment where we’ll discuss key touchstones in the trans and gender-nonconforming (TGNC) experience, share ideas and tips, and provide culturally competent, developmentally appropriate, and trans-affirmative support.

I see myself as an intuitive, creative, informed, and highly trained Clinical Psychologist that provides a safe, nonjudgmental, and transformative environment. Therapy with me fosters a deep sense of engagement and connection, a sense of feeling heard and understood, and clarity where there was previously ambiguity. This work is active, penetrating, and engaging. Together, we will create a climate of discovery where you will feel heard, while also experiencing my active participation and direction.

Hosted by CAST Centers
Treatment Center, PhD, PsyD, LCSW, LPCC, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Learn how to better communicate, tackle sex and intimacy issues, make your relationship a priority, and develop skills to better handle conflict. Perhaps you've struggled with long-standing issues, and whether to get professional help. You want things to change but don't know how to go about it and just feel stuck. *Fighting over money, sex, chores, or parenting; *Not making your relationship a priority, *Coping with an affair; *Feeling alone and disconnected. You are not alone. Learn to feel more connected and secure in your relationships and in who you are. Complementary consultation required to qualify.

Hosted by LGBTpsychologist.com - Dr. Gilbert Chalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
As an LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist, I understand how anxiety and low self esteem can be unrelenting companions, whispering worst-case scenarios and drowning out the voice of reason. The knots in your stomach, the racing heart, the feeling of impending doom. The weight of sadness can be suffocating, draining your energy and leaving you in a constant state of emotional numbness. Through our sessions, I will help you uncover the roots of your anxiety and sadness, providing you with coping strategies to manage their grip on your life. I want you to know that there is hope beyond this darkness and we will find it together.
Cognitive beharioral therapy, psychoeducation, motivational interviewing, mindfulness

Hosted by Twin Town Treatment Centers-West Hollywood
Treatment Center, CEO
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Intensive outpatient and day treatment with specialty treatment programs for stimulants/ meth. Day or evening sessions contracted with most HMO, EPO, PPO and managed care insurance (including Medi-Cal). Joint Commission Accredited
Explore a variety of issues both global and specific to our community, in a group setting, including: Difficult feelings about self and others, recovery from self-sabotaging behaviors, shame and internalized homophobia, and more.

Hosted by Danny Haloossim
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
I believe in an approach to psychotherapy that is empathetic, collaborative and tailored to an individual's unique needs, where you feel understood from the first meeting. My approach recognizes the importance of the relationship between us, where therapy is an opportunity to make changes in our relationships by working within one in a therapeutic environment where you feel respected and supported. Life can be painful and challenging; my goal is to provide a space that feels safe and non-judgmental in order to experiment with new ways of thinking, gain insight, and have a happier, healthier, and fuller life.
Join an online co-ed process group of individuals seeking to learn more about themselves and how they relate to others. Group therapy can help you to build intimacy and embrace closeness with others, practice healthy boundaries, identify maladaptive patterns in your life, address conflict effectively and improve communication.

Hosted by Cindy Weathers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Are you struggling to find meaningful connection or fulfilling relationships? Do you find yourself going back to toxic situations despite your better judgement? Are you generally feeling lost or alone? If any of these questions resonate, I can help. I specialize in working with relational issues and intimacy disorders. In addition, I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, lack of connection and trauma. I also work with women and couples experiencing reproductive difficulties, fertility intervention and postpartum adjustment. Additionally, I often work with high achievers and perfectionists.
This group focuses on Life Cycles, social and personal impacts of changes within the male psyche resulting from divorce. This group processing focuses on peer education, discussions on parenting, how to redefine a former partner's relationship and how to explore what was learned, or not learned, from an ended relationship.

Hosted by Renaldo Strayhorn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90046
ATTENTION FAMILIES AND COUPLES: Are you and your partner struggling with communication? Do you find that you argue about things that are seemingly insignificant? Has your relationship evolved into a power struggle? There may be triggers in your relationships that create conflict that you simply are not aware. I can help to lower the reactivity and to help bring back the love and understanding you once had. Learn to disagree safely. Communication skills are my specialty.
My Passion are those couples that are from different backgrounds or from different countries, biracial or where there is a significant age difference.
Turning to eating, shopping, pills or alcohol to escape? It's time to make a change. Don't suffer alone. In this group you will learn to tame your fears and *Overcome anxiety, depression and loss; *Conquer self-esteem and assertiveness issues; *Manage through life transitions; * Develop more effective ways to get what you want; * Learn relationship skills that work. Dr. Gilbert works in a very collaborative and participatory manner. You'll get constant feedback, advice and valuable life skills in each session. Complementary consultation required to meet group requirements and ensure psychotherapy is right for you.

Hosted by Dr. Gilbert Chalepas - Reconnect Relationship
Psychologist, PsyD
Group meets in West Hollywood, CA 90069
Are you tired of the dating game, feeling like you're stuck on the sidelines while everyone else finds love? I'm here to help you break free from the cycle of disappointment & heartache. As a dating psychologist expert, I specialize in guiding individuals who have faced difficulties in finding a meaningful relationship. Whether you've been hurt in the past or are simply afraid to take the plunge, my goal is to empower you to overcome these obstacles and embark on a fulfilling romantic journey. It's time to turn the page, leave behind the old patterns & start a new chapter in your love life. Don't let fear hold you back any longer.
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in West Hollywood?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.