Support Groups in Wheaton, IL

Women's Group
Photo of Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 381-6209 View (630) 381-6209
Restorative Yoga Group
I welcome you to a space where you can slow down, soothe your nervous system and nurture body, mind and spirit. Potential benefits of Restorative Yoga include anxiety and stress reduction, improved sleep, decreased pain and inflammation, and strengthened immune ...
Photo of Mari Skura, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Mari Skura
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
I welcome you to a space where you can slow down, soothe your nervous system and nurture body, mind and spirit. Potential benefits of Restorative Yoga include anxiety and stress reduction, improved sleep, decreased pain and inflammation, and strengthened immune ...
(630) 599-8352 View (630) 599-8352
Prenatal Support Group
Pregnancy and preparing for motherhood can feel overwhelming at times and may come with a wide array of emotions. This group is intended for pregnant mothers who are seeking a space for connection and the opportunity to process the emotions ...
Photo of Amanda Summers, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Amanda Summers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
Pregnancy and preparing for motherhood can feel overwhelming at times and may come with a wide array of emotions. This group is intended for pregnant mothers who are seeking a space for connection and the opportunity to process the emotions ...
(331) 256-2732 View (331) 256-2732
Sex Addiction, Men
Photo of Gary R Dec, Psychologist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Gary R Dec
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 426-3436 View (630) 426-3436
Journey OM
2024 DATES TBD | via Teletherapy | Over the course of six (6) weeks, learn about the body-mind connection and how stress and trauma affect this system, engage in embodiment practices to gain a sense of comfort and safety in ...
Photo of Pamela S Allen, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Pamela S Allen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, E-RYT
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
2024 DATES TBD | via Teletherapy | Over the course of six (6) weeks, learn about the body-mind connection and how stress and trauma affect this system, engage in embodiment practices to gain a sense of comfort and safety in ...
(630) 349-6381 View (630) 349-6381
GreenPath Clinic
Photo of Erin Hankins Meagher, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Erin Hankins Meagher
Counselor, LCPC, CCATP
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(773) 570-9918 View (773) 570-9918
Strive and Thrive - New Year Goal Setting
RUNS 1/9 - 2/27/2024 under Center for Value Based Living / Make this the year your New Year Resolutions take root and flourish in your life. In this 8-week group we will focus on knowing what makes change really worth ...
Photo of Michal Kocum, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Michal Kocum
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60189
RUNS 1/9 - 2/27/2024 under Center for Value Based Living / Make this the year your New Year Resolutions take root and flourish in your life. In this 8-week group we will focus on knowing what makes change really worth ...
(331) 219-6995 View (331) 219-6995
Men, Women, Partner Recovery Groups
Groups meet weekly or every other week and are typically with the same group of people. The isolation many experience deteriorates when in group. A deeper level of awareness and honesty is often experienced, and dynamics that are experienced in ...
Photo of Willow Clinical Services, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Willow Clinical Services
Counselor
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
Groups meet weekly or every other week and are typically with the same group of people. The isolation many experience deteriorates when in group. A deeper level of awareness and honesty is often experienced, and dynamics that are experienced in ...
(630) 868-2963 View (630) 868-2963
Sex Addiction, Partners/Spouses
Photo of Gary R Dec, Psychologist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Gary R Dec
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 426-3436 View (630) 426-3436
Postpartum Support Group
The transition into motherhood can feel isolating at times. With so many new changes it is very common to experience feelings of anxiety, depression or a lack of support and connection. This group is intended for mothers within the first ...
Photo of Amanda Summers, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Amanda Summers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
The transition into motherhood can feel isolating at times. With so many new changes it is very common to experience feelings of anxiety, depression or a lack of support and connection. This group is intended for mothers within the first ...
(331) 256-2732 View (331) 256-2732
Relationship Group for Women and Men
Photo of Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 381-6209 View (630) 381-6209
Somatic Recovery - Boundaried Dignity
RUNS 1/5 - 2/23/2024 under Center for Value Based Living / How often does it feel like you can’t say “No” or feel comfortable in a space shared with others? Come learn how to use your body as a coping ...
Photo of Michal Kocum, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Michal Kocum
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60189
RUNS 1/5 - 2/23/2024 under Center for Value Based Living / How often does it feel like you can’t say “No” or feel comfortable in a space shared with others? Come learn how to use your body as a coping ...
(331) 219-6995 View (331) 219-6995
Mindfulness Meditation Group
I invite you to slow down and reconnect with your basic wholeness in this Meditation and Transformation Class. Build your capacity to experience yourself as peaceful, joyful and connected. Increase your ability to transform your life through focused intention. iRest ...
Photo of Mari Skura, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Mari Skura
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
I invite you to slow down and reconnect with your basic wholeness in this Meditation and Transformation Class. Build your capacity to experience yourself as peaceful, joyful and connected. Increase your ability to transform your life through focused intention. iRest ...
(630) 599-8352 View (630) 599-8352
Men's and Women's Dream Groups
"The dream is the theatre where the dreamer is at once: scene, actor, prompter, stage manager, author, audience and critic." - Carl Jung. Throughout history dreams have played an important part in most sacred traditions providing healing, guidance, inspiration and ...
Photo of Josette Nard, Marriage & Family Therapist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Josette Nard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP, CRS
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
"The dream is the theatre where the dreamer is at once: scene, actor, prompter, stage manager, author, audience and critic." - Carl Jung. Throughout history dreams have played an important part in most sacred traditions providing healing, guidance, inspiration and ...
(630) 426-6864 View (630) 426-6864
Sex Addiction, Couples
Photo of Gary R Dec, Psychologist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Gary R Dec
Psychologist, PsyD, CSAT, CMAT
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 426-3436 View (630) 426-3436
Support Group for Partners of Sex Addicts
In addition to addressing emotional disruption, we develop body awareness to regulate uncomfortable physical sensations . We practice methods to create a felt sense of calm, detachment, strength, and comfort. Focus is on restoring a positive sense of being present ...
Photo of Laura Lucas-Silvis, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Laura Lucas-Silvis
Counselor, MS, LPCC, MN, LPC, IL, CSAT, NCC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
In addition to addressing emotional disruption, we develop body awareness to regulate uncomfortable physical sensations . We practice methods to create a felt sense of calm, detachment, strength, and comfort. Focus is on restoring a positive sense of being present ...
(952) 373-0412 View (952) 373-0412
Family Reconstruction
Family Reconstruction is a powerful, therapeutic growth process. Developed by Virginia Satir using gestalt techniques, psychodrama, genograms, fantasy and body sculpting. Family Reconstruction involves spending a day re-enacting the significant events in an individual's family history back three generations. He/She ...
Photo of Josette Nard, Marriage & Family Therapist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Josette Nard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP, CRS
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
Family Reconstruction is a powerful, therapeutic growth process. Developed by Virginia Satir using gestalt techniques, psychodrama, genograms, fantasy and body sculpting. Family Reconstruction involves spending a day re-enacting the significant events in an individual's family history back three generations. He/She ...
(630) 426-6864 View (630) 426-6864
Women's Gathering West Suburbs Chicago/DC/Ireland
**Presently Closed ** My colleague from DC and I facilitate two annual groups of Women Gathering which meets in the fall for a long weekend. We use mythology, dream work, journaling, music, movement, poetry, and creative expression to help women ...
Photo of Josette Nard, Marriage & Family Therapist in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Josette Nard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CGP, CRS
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
**Presently Closed ** My colleague from DC and I facilitate two annual groups of Women Gathering which meets in the fall for a long weekend. We use mythology, dream work, journaling, music, movement, poetry, and creative expression to help women ...
(630) 426-6864 View (630) 426-6864

More Groups Nearby

Women's Group
Photo of Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Anne Kellstedt Ramirez, MS, LCPC
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
(630) 381-6209 View (630) 381-6209
Restorative Yoga Group
I welcome you to a space where you can slow down, soothe your nervous system and nurture body, mind and spirit. Potential benefits of Restorative Yoga include anxiety and stress reduction, improved sleep, decreased pain and inflammation, and strengthened immune ...
Photo of Mari Skura, Counselor in Wheaton, IL
Hosted by Mari Skura
Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Group meets in Wheaton, IL 60187
I welcome you to a space where you can slow down, soothe your nervous system and nurture body, mind and spirit. Potential benefits of Restorative Yoga include anxiety and stress reduction, improved sleep, decreased pain and inflammation, and strengthened immune ...
(630) 599-8352 View (630) 599-8352

What is the difference between Group Therapy and a Support Group?
Wheaton 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 Wheaton 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 Wheaton 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 Wheaton 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 Wheaton 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.