Virtual OCD Grief Group
Many believe grief is only associated with the death of a loved one. In reality, grief can relate to any loss. The OCD Grief Group looks at the 5 stages of grief and explores how these stages manifest themselves in ...
Hosted by OCD Set Free
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30341
Many believe grief is only associated with the death of a loved one. In reality, grief can relate to any loss. The OCD Grief Group looks at the 5 stages of grief and explores how these stages manifest themselves in ...
Substance Abuse Intensive Outpatient Group
Our substance abuse IOP group is a combination of psycho-education and psychotherapy process. This group teaches clients to recognize triggers and warning signs, how to set boundaries in relationships, how to incorporate spirituality and build a recovery community to combat ...
Hosted by Arise Counseling Services
Treatment Center, NCAC-II, CAC-II
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Newnan, GA 30263
Our substance abuse IOP group is a combination of psycho-education and psychotherapy process. This group teaches clients to recognize triggers and warning signs, how to set boundaries in relationships, how to incorporate spirituality and build a recovery community to combat ...
Women's Healing Hearts Group
A Christian faith-based healing group for women survivors of sexual abuse/trauma. This is an opportunity to move beyond surviving day to day & towards Living the life you desire, a life free from self-destructive behaviors and broken relationships.
Hosted by Healing House Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Saint Marys, GA 31558
A Christian faith-based healing group for women survivors of sexual abuse/trauma. This is an opportunity to move beyond surviving day to day & towards Living the life you desire, a life free from self-destructive behaviors and broken relationships.
Process Group (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy)
In person, transdiagnostic process group based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Group is intended for adults struggling with a full range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, familial, social, occupational stressors, trauma and associated conditions. Group intervention will ...
Hosted by Jessie Alexander- Oak & Reed Clinical Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30329
In person, transdiagnostic process group based in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Group is intended for adults struggling with a full range of mental health issues including anxiety, depression, familial, social, occupational stressors, trauma and associated conditions. Group intervention will ...
Experiential Aspects of DBT Mindfulness
Learn to increase awareness, experience reality as it is, increase control of the mind, increase fluidity, reduce rigidity, reduce stress, and reduce suffering. All of these benefits combine to increase happiness. Starting Feb 27th, 2023.
Hosted by Marian Kalvert
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30345
Learn to increase awareness, experience reality as it is, increase control of the mind, increase fluidity, reduce rigidity, reduce stress, and reduce suffering. All of these benefits combine to increase happiness. Starting Feb 27th, 2023.
Male Sex addicts
All candidates for the male sex addicts group must be currently in therapy and must meet my screening criteria, before being invited to join the group. Also, I offer a group for spouses of sex addicts.
Hosted by Georgia Nickles
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30005
All candidates for the male sex addicts group must be currently in therapy and must meet my screening criteria, before being invited to join the group. Also, I offer a group for spouses of sex addicts.
A Spiritual Encounter Through Art ASETA Zoom
https://youtu.be/Rzj1qy6j g3o COPY AND PASTE LINK FOR DESCRIPTION OF GROUP This is an expressive arts group, it is not a therapy group. Please email me for link to join. Every first Sunday of the month, 1pmEST, donation based.
Hosted by Dorlene E Dowl
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Savannah, GA 31419
https://youtu.be/Rzj1qy6j g3o COPY AND PASTE LINK FOR DESCRIPTION OF GROUP This is an expressive arts group, it is not a therapy group. Please email me for link to join. Every first Sunday of the month, 1pmEST, donation based.
Mindful Life Retreat
Join me for a relaxing and transformative weekend at Elohee Retreat Center in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. From the beginner to those experienced in mindfulness, all will walk away rejuvenated and imbued with the powerful knowledge of how to ...
Hosted by Amanda Strickland McCall
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sautee, GA 30571
Join me for a relaxing and transformative weekend at Elohee Retreat Center in the beautiful North Georgia mountains. From the beginner to those experienced in mindfulness, all will walk away rejuvenated and imbued with the powerful knowledge of how to ...
Weight of the World Women's Group
Hosted by Spirit ®
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Atlanta, GA 30310
Anger Management Group
There are two groups which comprise of teens/pre-teens (11 to 13) and Adults.
Hosted by E & A Cares Counseling Consultant Services, LLC
Counselor, PhD, LPC, CPCS, EMDR
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dublin, GA 31021
There are two groups which comprise of teens/pre-teens (11 to 13) and Adults.
Little Mixers Social Skills
This group is for Kindergartners through 2nd graders to learn how to navigate playing with others while building a strong foundation in social skills. Social skills covered include learning how to make friends, communicating needs, and learning how to share ...
Hosted by Early Connections Child & Family Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC, CPCS, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in Roswell, GA 30075
This group is for Kindergartners through 2nd graders to learn how to navigate playing with others while building a strong foundation in social skills. Social skills covered include learning how to make friends, communicating needs, and learning how to share ...
Women's Support Group
This group meets weekly to encourage participants to support each other and pass on helpful advice. It is a non-judgmental way to check your perceptions about your life and find more effective ways of coping. Group Size is limited to ...
Hosted by Dr. Tricia Wilmoth
Psychologist, PhD, MEd, BA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30004
This group meets weekly to encourage participants to support each other and pass on helpful advice. It is a non-judgmental way to check your perceptions about your life and find more effective ways of coping. Group Size is limited to ...
"Real Life" Girls Groups
Processing group for girls, including various age-appropriate topics such as creativity, team building, body image and nutrition, coping skills and stress busters, self-esteem and self-identity, and social awareness. These groups will be conducted in a small intimate setting, offering social ...
Hosted by Linda Weigand
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Peachtree City, GA 30269
Processing group for girls, including various age-appropriate topics such as creativity, team building, body image and nutrition, coping skills and stress busters, self-esteem and self-identity, and social awareness. These groups will be conducted in a small intimate setting, offering social ...
L-IV-ING with MBC - Mind/Body/Connection
This is a free group that meets online 1-2 times/per month for women diagnosed with metastatic (advanced, stage IV) breast cancer. It is a forward focused, positive group to support women through the challenges of MBC to be able to ...
Hosted by Karen Whitehead
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW, CCH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30005
This is a free group that meets online 1-2 times/per month for women diagnosed with metastatic (advanced, stage IV) breast cancer. It is a forward focused, positive group to support women through the challenges of MBC to be able to ...
Divorced or Separated Parents
This group is for parents going through separation or divorce. Often, we put the focus on our children during the divorce process. We want this group to be focused on YOU.
Hosted by Michelle Rathburn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Peachtree City, GA 30269
This group is for parents going through separation or divorce. Often, we put the focus on our children during the divorce process. We want this group to be focused on YOU.
DBT Skills Group
This group follows a set curriculum of skills in 4 areas: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. The practice of these skills has been correlated with a reduction in misery and an increase in life satisfaction. Groups are ...
Hosted by The Northrop Connection, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDWF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Dallas, GA 30157
This group follows a set curriculum of skills in 4 areas: mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotion regulation, and distress tolerance. The practice of these skills has been correlated with a reduction in misery and an increase in life satisfaction. Groups are ...
LGBTQ+ Gatherings
This group provides is an affirming, safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community to discuss topics that commonly impact the community. In this space you to build connections, identify resources, and engage in therapeutic conversations with adults of similar identities. Topics ...
Hosted by Crystal Payne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Stockbridge, GA 30281
This group provides is an affirming, safe space for the LGBTQIA+ community to discuss topics that commonly impact the community. In this space you to build connections, identify resources, and engage in therapeutic conversations with adults of similar identities. Topics ...
Family Violence Intervention Program
1 1/2 hr class, meets weekly - in collaboration with 1st Choice Evaluations & Counseling, LLC
Hosted by Susan Vitale
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, CACI, NCACI, CFVIPF
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alpharetta, GA 30004
1 1/2 hr class, meets weekly - in collaboration with 1st Choice Evaluations & Counseling, LLC
Substance Use Disorders
This group is designed to assist individuals with substance use disorders through education, coping skills, and self-discovery.
Hosted by Aishia Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Martinez, GA 30907
This group is designed to assist individuals with substance use disorders through education, coping skills, and self-discovery.
Adoptee Voices Writing Group
Open to 32 adult adoptees interested in exploring their adoption story through writing. Facilitated by Sara Easterly (Searching for Mom, Adoption Unfiltered), Jennifer Dyan Ghoston (The Truth So Far, Once Upon a Time…In Adopteeland), Kate Murphy, LCSW (Adoption-Competent Therapist, The ...
Hosted by Kate Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chamblee, GA 30341
Open to 32 adult adoptees interested in exploring their adoption story through writing. Facilitated by Sara Easterly (Searching for Mom, Adoption Unfiltered), Jennifer Dyan Ghoston (The Truth So Far, Once Upon a Time…In Adopteeland), Kate Murphy, LCSW (Adoption-Competent Therapist, The ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Georgia?
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.