Teen support group
This group will address coping skills, social skills, depression and anxiety, and just life in general for teens. Virtual and in-person options! Complete the interest form here: https://forms.gle/ZJ63Git amWSmo5cG9
Hosted by Melanie Emerson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dallas, TX 75209
This group will address coping skills, social skills, depression and anxiety, and just life in general for teens. Virtual and in-person options! Complete the interest form here: https://forms.gle/ZJ63Git amWSmo5cG9
Adolescent Intensive Outpatient Program
Connections Wellness Group's Intensive Outpatient Program serves ages 10 to 18 years old who are struggling with symptoms of depression, feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, bullying, symptoms of anxiety with or without panic attacks, a low frustration tolerance, or difficulty ...
Hosted by Corrie Fentress
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Denton, TX 76210
Connections Wellness Group's Intensive Outpatient Program serves ages 10 to 18 years old who are struggling with symptoms of depression, feelings of hopelessness and helplessness, bullying, symptoms of anxiety with or without panic attacks, a low frustration tolerance, or difficulty ...
Child Loss Support Group
Membership for this group is for anyone who has lost a child. The group meets bi-monthly and will have a variety of topics ranging from anger and guilt, processing pain, ways to honor the loss, how to engage with others ...
Hosted by Raquel Sadler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC, CCST
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dripping Springs, TX 78620
Membership for this group is for anyone who has lost a child. The group meets bi-monthly and will have a variety of topics ranging from anger and guilt, processing pain, ways to honor the loss, how to engage with others ...
Drugs and Alcohol Group
This group is for anyone who is challenged by an addiction to drugs or alcohol. It is semi structured and has therapeutic roots. The attendees lead the group while I facilitate. The main tenants of the group are healing, exploratory ...
Hosted by Nelson Counseling and Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kerrville, TX 78028
This group is for anyone who is challenged by an addiction to drugs or alcohol. It is semi structured and has therapeutic roots. The attendees lead the group while I facilitate. The main tenants of the group are healing, exploratory ...
Dual Diagnosis
Hosted by Resolutions Healthcare
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Kaufman, TX 75142
Liberate: Teens Overcoming Pornography
Educating, Equipping and Empowering young men in the struggle against the sexual issues they face every day
Hosted by Mark Strauss
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Grapevine, TX 76051
Educating, Equipping and Empowering young men in the struggle against the sexual issues they face every day
Building Sound Self-Esteem
SELF-ESTEEM IS THE KEY "We can’t escape the effect self-esteem has on our lives," says Robert McGarey, M.A., Executive Director of the Austin nonprofit Human Potential Center. "Romance, money, jobs and family relationships are profoundly influenced by our feelings about ...
SELF-ESTEEM IS THE KEY "We can’t escape the effect self-esteem has on our lives," says Robert McGarey, M.A., Executive Director of the Austin nonprofit Human Potential Center. "Romance, money, jobs and family relationships are profoundly influenced by our feelings about ...
Teen Process Group
Pre-teen and adolescent development can be brutal for everyone! While there are noticeable physical developments, the majority of the development occurs internally. Several life-long skills are squeezed into these short years. Key intellectual, emotional and social skills are developed between ...
Hosted by Pathfinder Counseling Center, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Highland Village, TX 75077
Pre-teen and adolescent development can be brutal for everyone! While there are noticeable physical developments, the majority of the development occurs internally. Several life-long skills are squeezed into these short years. Key intellectual, emotional and social skills are developed between ...
Mindfulness
Dr. Margo de la Garza teaches mindfulness techniques that can be applied during daily activities. Members do not need to be patients of Sigma MHUC to attend.
Hosted by Melissa Deuter, MD/Sigma Mental Health Urgent Care
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Antonio, TX 78258
Dr. Margo de la Garza teaches mindfulness techniques that can be applied during daily activities. Members do not need to be patients of Sigma MHUC to attend.
Social Skills (8-10years)
This group supports kids who tend to struggle with peers when they don't get their way or are losing. These kids get angry and controlling of others when overwhelmed.
Hosted by Calming Communities Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Houston, TX 77084
This group supports kids who tend to struggle with peers when they don't get their way or are losing. These kids get angry and controlling of others when overwhelmed.
Qmunity
This is a queer art theory group that meets weekly for 5 weeks in San Marcos, TX. This group is focused on reflecting on and celebrating personal queerness while connecting to community and exploring identities.
Hosted by Aryn Thompson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Marcos, TX 78666
This is a queer art theory group that meets weekly for 5 weeks in San Marcos, TX. This group is focused on reflecting on and celebrating personal queerness while connecting to community and exploring identities.
Boot Camp for Parents
We want all parents to thrive in parenthood. Boot Camp for Parents provides tips, tricks, and tools for parents to assist with mental health and wellness for you and your children. The idea came after speaking with many parents struggling ...
Hosted by Kayla Allison
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Frisco, TX 75034
We want all parents to thrive in parenthood. Boot Camp for Parents provides tips, tricks, and tools for parents to assist with mental health and wellness for you and your children. The idea came after speaking with many parents struggling ...
Parent Skills Training Group
A group (individual session available at request) focused on helping parents understand the developmental and emotional aspect of their children from a perspective of understanding and self-introspection, in an environment where parents can grow and not feel their past situations ...
Hosted by Elizabeth 'liz' Ivey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Wichita Falls, TX 76301
A group (individual session available at request) focused on helping parents understand the developmental and emotional aspect of their children from a perspective of understanding and self-introspection, in an environment where parents can grow and not feel their past situations ...
Empowered Empty Nesters
Empowered Empty Nesters is a therapeutic support group for parents who are preparing to enter a new phase of life as their children move out and begin their own journeys. While this transition can be exciting for some, for many ...
Hosted by Robin L. Schelling
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A, CSP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Houston, TX 77065
Empowered Empty Nesters is a therapeutic support group for parents who are preparing to enter a new phase of life as their children move out and begin their own journeys. While this transition can be exciting for some, for many ...
LPC Associate Group and Individual Supervision
I provide individual and group supervision for LPC associates. Please email aimee@anopenwindowcounsel ing.com should you be interested in supervision.
Hosted by Aimee M Rhodes
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Antonio, TX 78230
I provide individual and group supervision for LPC associates. Please email aimee@anopenwindowcounsel ing.com should you be interested in supervision.
Alliance Counseling Works, LLP
Alliance Counseling Works is a counseling center in Round Rock, TX offering excellent therapy with best practice and results. We believe in transformation and experience it daily. Service includes counseling for individuals, children, adolescents and teens, and families. We are ...
Hosted by Dr. Brandy Mounts
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Round Rock, TX 78665
Alliance Counseling Works is a counseling center in Round Rock, TX offering excellent therapy with best practice and results. We believe in transformation and experience it daily. Service includes counseling for individuals, children, adolescents and teens, and families. We are ...
The Adolescent Center and Mental Health Services
The Adolescent Center and Mental Health Services is a multidisciplinary intervention and treatment center that specializes in adolescent behavior health services, but not limited to that population. Our treatment team has years of experience working with various mental health conditions ...
Hosted by The Adolescent Center and Mental Health Services
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Houston, TX 77006
The Adolescent Center and Mental Health Services is a multidisciplinary intervention and treatment center that specializes in adolescent behavior health services, but not limited to that population. Our treatment team has years of experience working with various mental health conditions ...
Virtual Support Group for Postpartum Moms
I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health provider and have extensive personal and professional experience working with postpartum mental health issues. The group is meant to create a safe space for Moms to share and support each other through ...
Hosted by Rachel Rainey
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Round Rock, TX 78681
I am certified as a Perinatal Mental Health provider and have extensive personal and professional experience working with postpartum mental health issues. The group is meant to create a safe space for Moms to share and support each other through ...
Freedom from OCD - For Children
Twenty-five percent of people with OCD experience symptoms before age 14. While OCD is very treatable, children with OCD often feel isolated and misunderstood. Austin Anxiety and OCD Specialists is excited to offer a professionally led skills group specifically designed ...
Twenty-five percent of people with OCD experience symptoms before age 14. While OCD is very treatable, children with OCD often feel isolated and misunderstood. Austin Anxiety and OCD Specialists is excited to offer a professionally led skills group specifically designed ...
Fundamental Foundations Counseling, LLC
At The FFC Center we focus on providing quality counseling and crisis support to children, teens, adults, and families. We serve as a resource to help people recover, rebuild their lives and thrive. We pay special attention to your needs, ...
Hosted by David Butler
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Little Elm, TX 75068
At The FFC Center we focus on providing quality counseling and crisis support to children, teens, adults, and families. We serve as a resource to help people recover, rebuild their lives and thrive. We pay special attention to your needs, ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Texas?
Search for nearby support groups by inputting your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar. From there, you can filter to find a group that suits your needs, whether you are looking for support for a teenager, a group that focuses on a specific issue, such as depression, or a particular program type, such as one geared toward developing social skills. To navigate between locations within the same country, enter a new city or zip code into the search bar.
How does group therapy work?
Therapy groups are led by one or more therapists and serve to help people process their experiences and learn from others who understand their challenges firsthand. They can be based on a specific issue, such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, and caregiving. They can involve a specific type of program or therapy, such as a social skills group or CBT group. They can also be specific to a particular population or community, such as teens or LGBTQ.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. 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.
Support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous, also focus on a specific issue, but are typically led by members with lived experiences and are less structured than therapy groups. 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.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Support groups help connect people with shared challenges or physical and mental health conditions. In a group setting, participants can receive support and feedback from peers and can acquire new skills, strategies and perspectives by listening to one another. Discussing your experience with someone who also has a cancer diagnosis, or whose son also struggles with addiction, for example, can help you feel less alone, reduce distress, find empathy and connection, and learn practical or medical information that has helped others. Group therapy can also be a more affordable option than individual therapy and just as effective.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
Support groups can be deeply valuable for both emotional support and/or treatment outcomes. It’s difficult to make a blanket statement on efficacy due to the many different types of support groups and conditions treated, but group therapy has been found to be just as effective as individual therapy in establishing long-term abstinence for conditions such as substance abuse, addiction and alcohol abuse.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group counseling is typically less expensive than individual counseling, with each session costing on average between $60 to $75. Meanwhile, individual therapy sessions can run anywhere from $100 to $200 and up, even after insurance. It is possible to find low-cost group therapy options and many therapists offer group sessions free of charge.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, many insurance companies do offer coverage for group therapy sessions. However, the coverage varies based on your insurance plan details and whether you choose an in-network or out-of-network mental healthcare provider. Individuals are encouraged to check with their insurance providers to verify coverage.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of a support group session is often one hour but can fall anywhere between 45 minutes and two hours. The amount of time that people remain in a support group varies based on their specific needs and goals and the type of therapy. Some individuals may seek a shorter-term group, such as a bereavement group, that may last between six and 20 weeks. Some may seek a longer-term group that lasts for a year or indefinitely.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups have many benefits, but there are a few limitations as well. Support groups do not constitute formal therapeutic or medical treatment, and are not run by licensed mental health professionals, so some people may opt for group therapy or individual therapy instead. Additionally, support groups can depend on the other participants, so a disruptive individual has the potential to mar the group dynamic, and the anecdotal information shared may sometimes be unhelpful or inaccurate. Because it is a group setting, confidentiality can be more difficult to guard and participants receive less personalized attention than they would in an individual therapy session.