Coping With Animal Loss and Grief
This group focuses on the unique aspects of pet loss. I have discovered that many people suffer silently when their loss is considered a pet by society, but in reality, is a family member. This is often complicated by difficult ...
Hosted by Bonnie Patrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40508
This group focuses on the unique aspects of pet loss. I have discovered that many people suffer silently when their loss is considered a pet by society, but in reality, is a family member. This is often complicated by difficult ...
Grief Group
Grief is not a problem to be solved or something that you need to “get over.” It is an experience of being human. Grief is real, raw, and heavy. Reaching in to touch sorrow is hard. We aren’t meant to ...
Hosted by Integrative Psychological Services, LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Paducah, KY 42001
Grief is not a problem to be solved or something that you need to “get over.” It is an experience of being human. Grief is real, raw, and heavy. Reaching in to touch sorrow is hard. We aren’t meant to ...
Moral Reconation Therapy MRT
MRT addresses beliefs and reasoning. It's a systematic, step by-step group counseling approach for treatment-resistant clients. The MRT system approaches the problem of treating populations by targeting problems associated with low levels of moral reasoning. MRT systematically focuses on seven ...
Hosted by Bridge the Gap Addiction and Mental Health Service
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LCADC, LAACD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40203
MRT addresses beliefs and reasoning. It's a systematic, step by-step group counseling approach for treatment-resistant clients. The MRT system approaches the problem of treating populations by targeting problems associated with low levels of moral reasoning. MRT systematically focuses on seven ...
Dealing with Anxiety for Middle Schoolers
This is an eight (8) week program where skills are taught and built upon each week. Participation in each group session is important in building rapport and skills. This will be an interactive online group, giving members an opportunity to ...
Hosted by Integrative Counseling Center
Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40502
This is an eight (8) week program where skills are taught and built upon each week. Participation in each group session is important in building rapport and skills. This will be an interactive online group, giving members an opportunity to ...
Authentic Men
Authentic Men is associated with not acting like someone else, voicing your own truths. NOT being pressured into decisions or judgments by outside influences. It is about trusting YOUR heart, your gut instinct and following it.Being authentic is not an ...
Hosted by C. Shawn Oak
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LMFT, ACS, CLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40218
Authentic Men is associated with not acting like someone else, voicing your own truths. NOT being pressured into decisions or judgments by outside influences. It is about trusting YOUR heart, your gut instinct and following it.Being authentic is not an ...
Substance Abuse IOP, OPT,IND
ONLINE IOP, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, OPT
Hosted by Cassandra D Harris-Gray
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40243
ONLINE IOP, DOMESTIC VIOLENCE, OPT
Outpatient Substance Abuse Counseling
Hosted by Balanced Life Solutions Counseling & Psychiatrict
LPCC-S, LCADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40517
Binge Eating and Emotional Eating Recovery Group
Starting October 13, 2023! This virtual recovery group is for women 18+ that struggle with binge eating and/or emotional eating. The group is a 6 week commitment and will have a max of 8 members.
Hosted by Kelsi Helterbrand
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40509
Starting October 13, 2023! This virtual recovery group is for women 18+ that struggle with binge eating and/or emotional eating. The group is a 6 week commitment and will have a max of 8 members.
LPCC Supervision
LPCA Supervision
Hosted by Tessa Banta
Counselor, MEd, LPCC-S, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Louisville, KY 40207
LPCA Supervision
Women's Issues Group
Small group up to 6 members with focus on relationship conflicts, codependency, anxiety/stress management, self esteem and wellness.
Hosted by Kathy Dowling
Art Therapist, MA, LPAT, LCADC, CEAP
Verified Verified
Group meets in La Grange, KY 40031
Small group up to 6 members with focus on relationship conflicts, codependency, anxiety/stress management, self esteem and wellness.
Yoga for Anxiety
Throughout the day do you experience anxiousness and/or nervousness? If so this yoga flow allows you to find peace and calmness within your mind and body and feel more in control of your day. This class will not only teach ...
Hosted by Tiffany Bryant
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40511
Throughout the day do you experience anxiousness and/or nervousness? If so this yoga flow allows you to find peace and calmness within your mind and body and feel more in control of your day. This class will not only teach ...
Recovery Group
This is a support group that meets weekly to help those seeking or currently in recovery.
Hosted by Tim Stockton
Counselor, NCC, LPCC, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Monticello, KY 42633
This is a support group that meets weekly to help those seeking or currently in recovery.
Post-partum Mom Support
This is an open online group intended to offer community and weekly support for moms during the postpartum period. Welcoming a new child into your family is wonderful. It can also be a very difficult transition that introduces depression, anxiety, ...
Hosted by Kacey L. Jenkins
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bowling Green, KY 42104
This is an open online group intended to offer community and weekly support for moms during the postpartum period. Welcoming a new child into your family is wonderful. It can also be a very difficult transition that introduces depression, anxiety, ...
Online Support Group for Men
This support group is for men looking to: Grow in their understanding of authentic masculinity; Grow in their authenticity with other men; Grow in identifying their needs and fulfilling them; and Seek together the power and path of surrender. This ...
Hosted by Jacob M Hamlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAEd, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bowling Green, KY 42101
This support group is for men looking to: Grow in their understanding of authentic masculinity; Grow in their authenticity with other men; Grow in identifying their needs and fulfilling them; and Seek together the power and path of surrender. This ...
The Management of ADHD
This group is intended for children and adolescents who are experiencing academic difficulty, impulse control issues, and difficulty establishing relationships with peers and family members.
Hosted by Marlene Belew Huff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40503
This group is intended for children and adolescents who are experiencing academic difficulty, impulse control issues, and difficulty establishing relationships with peers and family members.
Women at the Well 4-day Intensive Workshops
4-day Intensive Workshops for 8-10 women (ages 18+) who are ready to unpack their sexual and emotional baggage in a safe, supportive environment in order to discover the root causes of WHY they are either acting out OR shutting down ...
4-day Intensive Workshops for 8-10 women (ages 18+) who are ready to unpack their sexual and emotional baggage in a safe, supportive environment in order to discover the root causes of WHY they are either acting out OR shutting down ...
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We will be developing group options soon! Please check back for more information.
Hosted by Silverleaf Sexual Trauma Recovery Services
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, PhD, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Elizabethtown, KY 42701
We will be developing group options soon! Please check back for more information.
IOP Matrix Group
Telehealth Group on substance abuse recovery focusing on early recovery skills and relapse prevention techniques. Currently meeting on Tuesday's 9am and Saturdays 10am via telehealth. Times subject to change based on group needs and additional times added based on group ...
Hosted by Steven Thomas Hammond
Counselor, LPCC, NBCC, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mount Sterling, KY 40353
Telehealth Group on substance abuse recovery focusing on early recovery skills and relapse prevention techniques. Currently meeting on Tuesday's 9am and Saturdays 10am via telehealth. Times subject to change based on group needs and additional times added based on group ...
DBT Adult
DBT skills, including: emotion regulation, wise mind, boundaries, affirmations, assertiveness and many others. This is an OPEN group that runs from October - May of each year.
Hosted by Inspiring Hope Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, CPC, LPCCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Florence, KY 41042
DBT skills, including: emotion regulation, wise mind, boundaries, affirmations, assertiveness and many others. This is an OPEN group that runs from October - May of each year.
Lexington Counseling and Psychiatry
Professionals at Lexington Counseling and Psychiatry offer a variety of mental health and substance abuse services to the community in a safe, confidential environment. Their goal is to provide clients with the best services possible to help each client reach ...
Hosted by Nicole Lally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lexington, KY 40509
Professionals at Lexington Counseling and Psychiatry offer a variety of mental health and substance abuse services to the community in a safe, confidential environment. Their goal is to provide clients with the best services possible to help each client reach ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Kentucky?
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.