Trauma Focused Support Groups in Atlanta, GA
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The Journey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CTP
Verified
Verified
"HER JOURNEY is an ONLINE trauma group psychotherapy for women created by Dr. Denisa Millette. This group provides an effective context to women on their journey toward healing from psychological trauma and PTSD, using a unique combination of trauma-focused therapy, ..."

Her Journey - Intensive Trauma Recovery Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, CCTP, DBT-C
Verified
Verified
"This VIRTUAL healing and trauma recovery group for women uses a combination of trauma-focused psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and art therapy to provide an effective context to women on their journey toward healing from psychological trauma and PTSD. This trauma-informed ..."

Her Journey - Bi-weekly Support Group for Women
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, CCTP, DBT-C
Verified
Verified
"This support community represents our commitment to empower, restore hope, and heal the hearts of women whose traumatic and adverse life experiences hold them back from reaching their full potential, success, and freedom. Join our inner circle community at any ..."

Jeanes Mental Health Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"Welcome to Jeanes Mental Health Services, our goal is to support you on your journey towards mental wellness and a fulfilling life. Our team of therapists are dedicated to providing compassionate and effective counseling services to individuals facing a variety ..."

EMDR Certification Consultation Fall/Winter 2023
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
"I host supportive groups for EMDR therapists. If you want to begin or learn more about the EMDR certification process or simply improve your EMDR skills to grow your EMDR practice, my convenient, online Friday morning group consultation is open ..."

UnBound Black Women Healing Retreat July 2023
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC, BSP, SE
Verified
Verified
"MISSION To reclaim who we are as Black Women from a mind, body, and soul perspective using the vehicles of Retreat. To work somatically, deeply in the nervous system, while setting the conditions and intentions, as an invitation to the ..."

Men's ONLY Counseling & Support Group
PhD, MEd
"What: A group of prescreened qualified men will meet virtually in a Group Support Session When: Sessions will begin in July 2022 and will be offered 1-3 times per month for 2 hours each. Why: As men, particularly Black Men, ..."

After The Storm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
"This group provides a safe space for women who are recently out of a long-term relationship that was unfulfilling, limiting, or wounding. In this group we will practice honoring the pain as a way of releasing its hold on us. ..."

Radius Intensives
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCETS
Verified
Verified
"Radius is a 2.5 day therapeutic intensive, focusing on supporting those who have experienced or witnessed trauma on their pathway to healing and recovery. This program includes skill building, small group and dyad processing, and experiential work. Incorporating cutting-edge somatic ..."

Sister Circle
Associate Professional Counselor, LAPC, NCC
Verified
Verified
"Looking for a place where Black women support, uplift, take pride in the culture, embrace their authentic self, and working towards healing together? This group is for you! Sister Circle is created for Black women who are ready to do ..."

Wellbeing Course for Adults and Teens
PhD
"Are you experiencing anxiety or stress that limits your performance at work? Are you ready to eliminate personal or professional blocks? Are you ready to activate your strengths and passions daily? Our ongoing group coaching/mentoring series is for professionals looking ..."

Gay Men Over 40 Interpersonal Process Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified
Verified
"Cultivate a safe, supportive and educational environment for gay men over 40 to address concerns such as discrimination, loneliness, stigmatization, aging, isolation, insecurity, grief and loss. Over the course of 8 weeks, group members will strengthen their access to inner ..."

Hope After Trauma
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, MDiv, LPC, CPCS
Verified
Verified
"This is a diverse virtual group for those identifying as female who have experienced trauma. The group is focused on how to cope today with previous trauma. We use elements of IFS, mindfulness, and interpersonal strategies. We meet on alternate ..."

L.I.T. Hikes for Black Moms
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT
Verified
Verified
"L.I.T. Hikes for Black Moms is designed to help connect, strengthen, and heal the relationship between Black mamas and their daughters. Hikes are hosted at different nature preserves throughout Metro Atlanta. "

Chronic Pain Support Group
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified
Verified
"A virtual group with a process-oriented approach designed to offer support and community to adults dealing with chronic pain. Attendees will have a chance to connect within a safe and empathetic community, sharing their personal journeys. This program will span ..."
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Atlanta, GA 30339 
Intimate Partner Violence (Just MEN)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LAPC
Verified
Verified
"Empowering and Overcoming Shame! Are you a male suffering in silence? Are you needing help with unhealthy relationships? Are you wanting to feel connected to others who maybe experiencing the same things as you? Abuse of men happens far more ..."

Free Loss, Grief and Transition Support Group
RN, MN, CNS, BCC
Verified
Verified
"Life can be daunting, filled with memories of days that were spent with family, friends, loved ones, and/or pets. If you are grieving the loss of a loved one, or any other kind of loss such as loss of your ..."

Trauma + Chronic Pain/Illness Group Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CRC
Verified
Verified
"GROUP GOALS/OBJECTIVES *reducing trauma responses *find peace despite chronic pain *reduce rumination about one's pain and illness *learn skills to reconnect w/ one's body *learn skills to reconnect w/ friends and family *learn about more resources in the community for ..."

TEAL Groups (short term, sexual trauma) 2023
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCC
Verified
Verified
"VIRTUAL therapy groups and events best for those starting out, needing a supplement to their current sexual trauma work, OR as an accountability partner to maintaining healing. (Must be in Georgia or California at the time of each group.) Three ..."
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What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.
Group therapy in Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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 Atlanta 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.
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 Atlanta 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.