Teen Girls Virtual Support Group
Does your teen need more support during these uncertain times? Please have your teen join us in this 6 week virtual support group. Support groups provide a forum to address issues with peers and to know they are not alone. ...
Hosted by Brittany Couture
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PsyD, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Santa Monica, CA 90403
Does your teen need more support during these uncertain times? Please have your teen join us in this 6 week virtual support group. Support groups provide a forum to address issues with peers and to know they are not alone. ...
Advanced DBT Group
Step into a new chapter of growth with Advanced DBT Group! Have you learned the foundational DBT skills and seeking a supportive community? Advanced DBT offers a unique opportunity to apply these skills in real-life scenarios, allowing you to navigate ...
Hosted by Sagebrush Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90012
Step into a new chapter of growth with Advanced DBT Group! Have you learned the foundational DBT skills and seeking a supportive community? Advanced DBT offers a unique opportunity to apply these skills in real-life scenarios, allowing you to navigate ...
LGBTQ+ Group: Lgbtqia2S+ Identity & Community
This dynamic group will explore and expand our personal and cultural identity as LGBTQIA2S+ and all our intersections. Has the impact of oppression of marginalized groups been heavy on your soul? Are you at the intersection of many groups? Offering ...
Hosted by Lima Daugherty
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Concord, CA 94519
This dynamic group will explore and expand our personal and cultural identity as LGBTQIA2S+ and all our intersections. Has the impact of oppression of marginalized groups been heavy on your soul? Are you at the intersection of many groups? Offering ...
APA - Asian Pacific-Islander American Group
Centering restorative justice, COVID-19, and the APA experience.
Hosted by Lai Chien
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
Centering restorative justice, COVID-19, and the APA experience.
Women's Empowerment Collective Group
A group of 5-10 women who commit meet regularly for the purpose of support, combining resources, creating both independence and interdependence, providing support and encouragement to speak your truth to yourself, your love ones and to power
Hosted by Sandra M Hardy
Psychologist, MFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90807
A group of 5-10 women who commit meet regularly for the purpose of support, combining resources, creating both independence and interdependence, providing support and encouragement to speak your truth to yourself, your love ones and to power
DBT
Group Therapy
Hosted by Changing Tides Treatment
Treatment Center, CATC, lll, CIP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ventura, CA 93003
Group Therapy
Manifestion Change-- Creating Your New L
Your power to create major changes in your life can be tapped into by a series of techniques and realizations that have been proven, over and over again, to alter people's lives quite dynamically and significantly. These are taught in ...
Hosted by Carol Ann Francis
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, MFTT, CHT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Torrance, CA 90503
Your power to create major changes in your life can be tapped into by a series of techniques and realizations that have been proven, over and over again, to alter people's lives quite dynamically and significantly. These are taught in ...
Social Anxiety On Line
Are you afraid of judgment of others? Do you avoid social situations? Do you tell yourself that other's won't like you? Do you constantly doubt yourself? If so this group might be right for you! In this group you will: ...
Hosted by Campbell Teen & Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Campbell, CA 95008
Are you afraid of judgment of others? Do you avoid social situations? Do you tell yourself that other's won't like you? Do you constantly doubt yourself? If so this group might be right for you! In this group you will: ...
Adolescent Creative Therapy Group
The Adolescent Creative Therapy Group is a 4 week program for kids aged 10-12 that provides a supportive environment for participants to practice mindfulness skills and coping strategies through creative expression and hands-on art projects. This program will provide a ...
Hosted by Katelyn E Fike
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90065
The Adolescent Creative Therapy Group is a 4 week program for kids aged 10-12 that provides a supportive environment for participants to practice mindfulness skills and coping strategies through creative expression and hands-on art projects. This program will provide a ...
Little and Big Kids Group
Children are trying to adjust to a world where they have not been able to play and socialize. We know this has caused anxiety and frustration in our littles. Please join our kids group ages 4-6 and 7-11 facilitated by ...
Hosted by Collaborative Psychology Group
Psychologist, Psy D, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Riverside, CA 92507
Children are trying to adjust to a world where they have not been able to play and socialize. We know this has caused anxiety and frustration in our littles. Please join our kids group ages 4-6 and 7-11 facilitated by ...
Young Adults Coping with Chronic Illness
Coping with chronic illness is difficult. In this group, early and middle adults gather to share their experiences, support each other, and learn new coping strategies to maintain the mental strength it takes to live with chronic illness.
Hosted by Liana Shapiro-Lee
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monterey, CA 93940
Coping with chronic illness is difficult. In this group, early and middle adults gather to share their experiences, support each other, and learn new coping strategies to maintain the mental strength it takes to live with chronic illness.
Please visit our website for more details.
Hosted by Grateful Heart Holistic Therapy Center
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94610
LDS Faith Transition
Welcome to our therapy group for individuals navigating a faith transition from Mormonism. This group provides a supportive and understanding space for individuals who are questioning or have left their Mormon faith and are seeking guidance, healing, and connection during ...
Hosted by David R Butters
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Temecula, CA 92590
Welcome to our therapy group for individuals navigating a faith transition from Mormonism. This group provides a supportive and understanding space for individuals who are questioning or have left their Mormon faith and are seeking guidance, healing, and connection during ...
Tiny Steps Developmental Services
Tiny Steps Developmental Services offers psychotherapy, psychological testing and ABA therapy for children and adults. We are contracted with several insurance companies and will work to gain single case agreements with insurance companies that we don't have contracts with if ...
Hosted by Tiny Steps Developmental Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Studio City, CA 91604
Tiny Steps Developmental Services offers psychotherapy, psychological testing and ABA therapy for children and adults. We are contracted with several insurance companies and will work to gain single case agreements with insurance companies that we don't have contracts with if ...
EMDR
Hosted by California Behavioral Health
Treatment Center, JCAHO, DHCS, ATAC, LGTSCPT, NAATP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Cathedral City, CA 92234
Domestic Violence
Domestic violence is an abuse within a relationship where there should be love and trust. This program helps participants understand the dynamics of domestic violence and take responsibility for there actions. Our approach treats clients with dignity and respect. The ...
Hosted by Vaughn L Baker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in San Leandro, CA 94577
Domestic violence is an abuse within a relationship where there should be love and trust. This program helps participants understand the dynamics of domestic violence and take responsibility for there actions. Our approach treats clients with dignity and respect. The ...
Visioning® Designing The Life of Your Dreams
Virtual Groups forming now. Email here to register with subject line: Visioning. Lucia Capacchione's Visioning® combines techniques from indigenous cultures and principles of design. This 15 session group will guide you in redirecting your life by accessing undiscovered or shadowed ...
Hosted by Ashley Smith - Balasana Therapeutic Arts
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, RYT200
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Osos, CA 93402
Virtual Groups forming now. Email here to register with subject line: Visioning. Lucia Capacchione's Visioning® combines techniques from indigenous cultures and principles of design. This 15 session group will guide you in redirecting your life by accessing undiscovered or shadowed ...
CPTSD Group; Thriving w/ Weekly Community Support
Ready to be seen and heard? You've been on this journey of self-discovery and you're tired of doing it alone. You've watched Youtube videos about trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), childhood abuse and neglect, toxic relationships, etc., spend countless time scrolling ...
Hosted by C-PTSD & Narcissistic Abuse Trauma
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Newport Beach, CA 92660
Ready to be seen and heard? You've been on this journey of self-discovery and you're tired of doing it alone. You've watched Youtube videos about trauma, complex trauma (C-PTSD), childhood abuse and neglect, toxic relationships, etc., spend countless time scrolling ...
contact Trauma and Beyond for group information
Groups at Trauma and Beyond (R) will be centered in supporting clients on their journey of healing. Therapists with specialized skills will provide a space for clients to learn about trauma, the nervous system, and the connection between mind, body, ...
Hosted by Trauma and Beyond Psychological Center
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sherman Oaks, CA 91423
Groups at Trauma and Beyond (R) will be centered in supporting clients on their journey of healing. Therapists with specialized skills will provide a space for clients to learn about trauma, the nervous system, and the connection between mind, body, ...
Well At Work
Are you distressed by the challenges of work? Frustrations with co-workers, conflicts with leaders, or just burned out by the grind of working so hard? Our Well At Work group will give you an opportunity to learn coping skills that ...
Are you distressed by the challenges of work? Frustrations with co-workers, conflicts with leaders, or just burned out by the grind of working so hard? Our Well At Work group will give you an opportunity to learn coping skills that ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.