Provide a safe place to discuss underlying issues, recovery dynamics, obtain new coping skills and correct any thinking errors you may have developed in LIFE. LIVING IN FREEDOM EVERYDAY...
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Hosted by Sreelatha Pulakhandam
Psychiatrist, MD, ABPN
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70506
Provide a safe place to discuss underlying issues, recovery dynamics, obtain new coping skills and correct any thinking errors you may have developed in LIFE. LIVING IN FREEDOM EVERYDAY...
The Enneagram is the greatest tool I have found to develop deeper insight into ourselves and others. In this introductory 2 hour workshop, we will take the QUEST to identify our Enneagram Type, Explore the history of the Enneagram, Learn ...
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Hosted by Ann Galloway
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mandeville, LA 70448
The Enneagram is the greatest tool I have found to develop deeper insight into ourselves and others. In this introductory 2 hour workshop, we will take the QUEST to identify our Enneagram Type, Explore the history of the Enneagram, Learn ...
Get Back That First Date Feeling! Remember when you first started dating your partner and you felt SO LUCKY this person came into your life? Rebuild closeness, connection, and fun: break out of having the same argument over and over. ...
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Hosted by Sex and Trauma Therapy for People Pleasers
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70113
Get Back That First Date Feeling! Remember when you first started dating your partner and you felt SO LUCKY this person came into your life? Rebuild closeness, connection, and fun: break out of having the same argument over and over. ...
For those in early stages of recovery & treatment for sexual addiction.. You will learn the tools of successful, robust, successful recovery in a safe, confidential, supportive environment with other group members. You will learn how to receive & give ...
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Hosted by Garry Eldridge
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC-S, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70806
For those in early stages of recovery & treatment for sexual addiction.. You will learn the tools of successful, robust, successful recovery in a safe, confidential, supportive environment with other group members. You will learn how to receive & give ...
“Navigating through life” This weekly psycho-educational group will provide a safe environment in which participants can challenge worn out attitudes and behaviors. Using both old and new tools to build a better you, this group is designed to reduce anxiety, ...
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Hosted by William Nicholas Abraham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70806
“Navigating through life” This weekly psycho-educational group will provide a safe environment in which participants can challenge worn out attitudes and behaviors. Using both old and new tools to build a better you, this group is designed to reduce anxiety, ...
Come ride with us! Here at Conquering Addictions, we roll for recovery & get healthy at the same time. It doesn't matter what your issue is... when you are riding, you are watching the front wheel. Your direction in life ...
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Hosted by Conquering Addictions LLC
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, AADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lake Charles, LA 70605
Come ride with us! Here at Conquering Addictions, we roll for recovery & get healthy at the same time. It doesn't matter what your issue is... when you are riding, you are watching the front wheel. Your direction in life ...
Educational group presenting fact, statistics, and coping methods related to dementia.
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Hosted by Michelle C Costa LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LAC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metairie, LA 70002
Educational group presenting fact, statistics, and coping methods related to dementia.
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Hosted by Freedom Therapy Center, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Alexandria, LA 71301
Have you ever felt stuck in life and desiring more? If you answered yes, this wellness camp is for you. You're invited to connect and learn more about yourself in a safe, peaceful, fun environment. I will empower you to ...
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Hosted by Lena Turner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Morgan City, LA 70380
Have you ever felt stuck in life and desiring more? If you answered yes, this wellness camp is for you. You're invited to connect and learn more about yourself in a safe, peaceful, fun environment. I will empower you to ...
I'M Modeling New Image(IMANI) is pleased to announce our newest Triple P Positive Parenting Seminar. Classes every Tuesday evening being at 6:30 to 7:30. Positive Parenting offers parents an effective way to communicate with children, work on problematic behavior without ...
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Hosted by Michael Gaines Counseling Service
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, QMHP, LCSW, BCD, BACS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baker, LA 70714
I'M Modeling New Image(IMANI) is pleased to announce our newest Triple P Positive Parenting Seminar. Classes every Tuesday evening being at 6:30 to 7:30. Positive Parenting offers parents an effective way to communicate with children, work on problematic behavior without ...
I am offering weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adolescents ages 13 to 17. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and ADHD. If you’re interested, please contact me for more information, ...
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Hosted by Alora Cleere Wilder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, EFP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70817
I am offering weekly Equine Facilitated Therapy Group sessions for adolescents ages 13 to 17. EFT can help clients who struggle with symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, social anxiety, and ADHD. If you’re interested, please contact me for more information, ...
Finding The Fuel is a support group for those suffering with depression. In this group we will support each other in better understanding the struggles associated with the disease and we will help each other discover doors we never knew ...
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Hosted by Dr. Pete Cooper
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, CLC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Mandeville, LA 70448
Finding The Fuel is a support group for those suffering with depression. In this group we will support each other in better understanding the struggles associated with the disease and we will help each other discover doors we never knew ...
Adult women of Color Group. Let's meet up Early on Thursday mornings for an early group beginning 7:30 am and ending 8:30am. I understand many of you work at 8 so you are welcome to leave the group early. This ...
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Hosted by D & B Integrated Wellness, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70122
Adult women of Color Group. Let's meet up Early on Thursday mornings for an early group beginning 7:30 am and ending 8:30am. I understand many of you work at 8 so you are welcome to leave the group early. This ...
Group focus is developing coping skills to maintain the freedom of recovery. The group is open-ended and anyone can join at any time. All that is required is a desire to stay abstinent.
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Hosted by Merril Thibodeaux
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LAC, CCS
Verified Verified
Group meets in Lafayette, LA 70508
Group focus is developing coping skills to maintain the freedom of recovery. The group is open-ended and anyone can join at any time. All that is required is a desire to stay abstinent.
School's out for summer! This is a time to recharge, and get your own needs met. Working in schools is both rewarding and challenging. This group will be a confidential space to reflect on successes, share frustrations, gain coping skills ...
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Hosted by Karen Nelkin Brandao
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, MA
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
School's out for summer! This is a time to recharge, and get your own needs met. Working in schools is both rewarding and challenging. This group will be a confidential space to reflect on successes, share frustrations, gain coping skills ...
My practice offers social skills groups for children 3 and up! We also offer groups for parenting support. Contact us today to learn about group offerings!
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Hosted by Megan Nicole Long
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metairie, LA 70006
My practice offers social skills groups for children 3 and up! We also offer groups for parenting support. Contact us today to learn about group offerings!
We're Here: A group for LGBTQ+ survivors of abuse, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. Join River Hollows and Hanna Tadevich (both queer-identifying counselors) for an online, process-oriented group on Thursday evenings. We’ll hold space to connect with community, reflect ...
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Hosted by Hanna Tadevich
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70119
We're Here: A group for LGBTQ+ survivors of abuse, sexual assault, and intimate partner violence. Join River Hollows and Hanna Tadevich (both queer-identifying counselors) for an online, process-oriented group on Thursday evenings. We’ll hold space to connect with community, reflect ...
Facing the Shadows is a program for individuals with sexual compulsion and is conducted in an atmosphere of safety, confidentiality, and respect. All new clients are screened to determine if a candidate is a good fit and will derive optimum ...
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Hosted by Doug White & Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Group meets in Baton Rouge, LA 70808
Facing the Shadows is a program for individuals with sexual compulsion and is conducted in an atmosphere of safety, confidentiality, and respect. All new clients are screened to determine if a candidate is a good fit and will derive optimum ...
This group is focused on offering support and empowerment for women as they navigate through the challenges of being a woman in our current society.
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Hosted by Cynthia H Cashman
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Group meets in New Orleans, LA 70118
This group is focused on offering support and empowerment for women as they navigate through the challenges of being a woman in our current society.
COVID-19 has taken everyone by storm. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities this moment can be even more isolating than ever before. The concerns that were impacting these communities prior to COVID-19 have only intensified. I ...
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Hosted by T'airra Belcher
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CCMHC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Metairie, LA 70001
COVID-19 has taken everyone by storm. For those of us in the LGBTQ+ and BIPOC communities this moment can be even more isolating than ever before. The concerns that were impacting these communities prior to COVID-19 have only intensified. I ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Louisiana?
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.