Support Groups in Maryland

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Photo of Danielle Swimm, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in Maryland
Eating Disorder Support Group
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"A virtual eating disorder support group for young adult women. We're here to help you survive the recovery process and continue to gain food freedom and body confidence. This is an ongoing week virtual group focused on supporting women (and ..."
(410) 280-7211
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Group meets in:
Annapolis, MD 21401
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Kingdom Behavioral Health
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, CRNP-BC
Verified
Verified
"At Kingdom Behavioral Health, we offer the opportunity to provide you an honest, straightforward opinion to guide your recovery from acute and chronic mental health disorders. "
(301) 895-9520
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Group meets in:
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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The Center for Integrative Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"Currently, the Center is a collection of six psychotherapists and a Massage therapist. The Center for Integrative Medicine proudly continues to provide psychotherapy that uses standard-of-care interventions like CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) and DBT (Dialectic Behavioral Therapy) and also integrates ..."
(301) 679-7376
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Group meets in:
Frederick, MD 21701
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Womens Divorce Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
"Are you currently in the process of a divorce, thinking about a divorce or currently divorced? Are you wondering where do you go from here? In this group, we will cover the stages and challenges of a divorce, depression, anxiety ..."
(301) 383-9561
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Group meets in:
Gambrills, MD 21054
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Oasis Outpatient mental health clinic
CRNP
Verified
Verified
"Oasis has a multi-disciplinary team that includes psychiatrists, Mental health nurse practitioners, Social Workers, Specialized Counselors, therapists, Clergies, public health educators, and other mental health professionals that personalized assessment, diagnosis and formulates the individual treatment plan in collaboration with clients ..."
(410) 846-6582
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Group meets in:
Windsor Mill, MD 21244
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The Sexual Man: Expressing My Deeper Self
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, MHt
Verified
Verified
"Learning to live out a full masculine sexuality, i.e. the deeper expression of living confidently and purposefully. 8-week experiential group exploring: 1. Understanding early family and social messages, i.e. what you "should" be and "should" do to be a real man; ..."
(301) 852-5510
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Group meets in:
Lanham, MD 20706
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Multiple Adolescent Therapy Groups
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, BCD, CGP
Verified
Verified
"The practice offers numerous therapy groups for adolescents. See www.rathboneandassociates .com for a complete and current listing. "
(301) 658-2524
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Group meets in:
Bethesda, MD 20816
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Teens Managing Emotions and Relationships Group
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
"This 12-week therapy group is for high-school girls who would like to learn skills to better manage difficult and intense emotions that can be overwhelming, communicate more effectively with others, and develop healthy relationships that enhance emotional well-being. Topics will ..."
(301) 701-5494
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Group meets in:
Rockville, MD 20852
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Adult Body Image & Eating Disorder Recovery Group
Counselor, LGPC
Verified
Verified
"Process-oriented group focusing on common challenges in recovery: body image, movement, food, balance, social media, community, diet culture, beauty standards, and weight stigma. Appropriate for those in later stages of eating disorder recovery, struggling with body image challenges, or highly-motivated ..."
(240) 774-2156
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Group meets in:
Bethesda, MD 20814
Not accepting new clients
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ACT Up for Big Beautiful People!
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
"This is a telehealth group for Big Beautiful people who want to use group support to identify goals, values, and live their best life - regardless of their larger size. The group is inclusive, and on-going, with half the session ..."
(720) 575-3268
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Group meets in:
Boyds, MD 20841
Not accepting new clients
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Holiday Grief Workshop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
"Do you struggle with difficult emotions surrounding grief and loss during the holidays? If so, the Compassionate Grace Counseling Center is offering a supportive and educational two-hour Holiday Grief Workshop on Saturday, November 10th from 12:00pm to 2:00pm. Presenters will ..."
(443) 400-7766
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Group meets in:
Brooklyn Park, MD 21225
Not accepting new clients
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TransFamily Support Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified
Verified
"A free, biweekly support group for parents & families of transgender and nonbinary people sponsored by the Frederick Center and professionally facilitated by Kate MacShane, LCSW-C. We provide a safe, nonjudgmental space to give and receive support, share resources, and ..."
(301) 360-4349
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Group meets in:
Frederick, MD 21701
Not accepting new clients
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Silver Psychotherapy
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP, BC
Verified
Verified
"Silver Psychotherapy provides quality mental health treatment, using evidenced base practices to inspire lasting change. "
(240) 226-2585
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Group meets in:
Frederick, MD 21704
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Women's Wellness Brigade online (Female Veterans)
Psychologist, PsyD, PhD, LCSW, LPC
Verified
Verified
"The Women’s Wellness Brigade offers a safe space for female veterans to share in our individual growth as women. We offer support to one another and can find solutions to problems we may face. We have all served our country ..."
(301) 691-4437
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Group meets in:
Gambrills, MD 21054
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Maryland Counseling Associates, LLC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CAS, ADHD-, CCSP
Verified
Verified
(443) 963-3877
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Group meets in:
Cockeysville, MD 21030
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Eating Disorder Recovery Support Groups
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CEDS
Verified
Verified
"We offer several support groups for those in recovery or needing more support for an eating disorder. Group members will work on identifying the emotions underlying their eating disorders, discuss how body image impacts their behaviors, self-talk, and emotions and ..."
(301) 679-7220
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Group meets in:
Olney, MD 20832
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Yoga for Mental Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW-C, ERYT, IAYT
Verified
Verified
"This is a slow-paced hatha yoga practice that focuses on Poses, Breathwork and Meditation to alleviate a variety of mental health symptoms. "
(410) 397-7544
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Group meets in:
Timonium, MD 21093
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Art Therapy Group
Art Therapist, MA, ATR-BC, LCPAT
Verified
Verified
(443) 578-3518
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Group meets in:
Cockeysville, MD 21030
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Self Esteem Group
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified
Verified
"This group targets young girls. The group will focus on increasing the girls' self-esteem and teaching assertiveness skills. "
(410) 983-3210
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Group meets in:
Leonardtown, MD 20650
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On the Road to Menopause Together
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LLC
Verified
Verified
"If you have ovaries and are in your late 30's to mid-50's, you may be noticing changes to your body, your sleep patterns, your mood, etc. For many, the Menopause Transition (a.k.a. Perimenopause) is a bewildering experience. This small support ..."
(410) 835-9691
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Group meets in:
Baltimore, MD 21211

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