Support Groups in Annapolis, MD
Come learn the basics of meditation. Learn how to use meditation techniques to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This will be offered via zoom so that you can learn mediational the space where you will continue with this practice. New Group starting soon.

Come learn the basics of meditation. Learn how to use meditation techniques to reduce anxiety and improve mood. This will be offered via zoom so that you can learn mediational the space where you will continue with this practice. New Group starting soon.
Small groups are available to help children work on their gross motor, fine motor, sensory processing, and self-regulation skills while interacting with other children and building social skills and self confidence. We find that often children are able to achieve higher levels of communication and socialization with adults, but struggle with their peers. Small groups give children the chance to build social skills from the bottom up and while having fun.

Small groups are available to help children work on their gross motor, fine motor, sensory processing, and self-regulation skills while interacting with other children and building social skills and self confidence. We find that often children are able to achieve higher levels of communication and socialization with adults, but struggle with their peers. Small groups give children the chance to build social skills from the bottom up and while having fun.
My practice, Watershed Counseling, is a place to rest, reflect, and restore without fear of judgment - a place to bring together the tributaries of your past so that you can discover and strengthen your highest self.

Hosted by Rebekah B Weymes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
My practice, Watershed Counseling, is a place to rest, reflect, and restore without fear of judgment - a place to bring together the tributaries of your past so that you can discover and strengthen your highest self.
Most of us have some mental and emotional booby-trap. Mindsight is a revolutionary approach to freedom from these traps that is solidly based on the most current breakthroughs in neuro-science. Through the use of meditation, the tools of psychotherapy, and the findings of neuro-science we can now precisely and effectively re-wire our brains.

Hosted by Mary Strueber, LCPC Psychotherapy & Counseling
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21403
Most of us have some mental and emotional booby-trap. Mindsight is a revolutionary approach to freedom from these traps that is solidly based on the most current breakthroughs in neuro-science. Through the use of meditation, the tools of psychotherapy, and the findings of neuro-science we can now precisely and effectively re-wire our brains.
If you have failed attempts with traditional substance abuse treatment or you can get clean but can not stay clean or you are right out of treatment and need more support then this is the group to join. This is a 8 wk. open group with a maximum of 10 participants. You will go deeper into the issues that prevent you from being successful in your recovery. You will learn more about yourself, your needs and how to get them met without the use of drugs and the negative maladaptive behaviors that create more problems in your life.

Hosted by Carman M. Klassen
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, LCADC, CCDP, CHT
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
If you have failed attempts with traditional substance abuse treatment or you can get clean but can not stay clean or you are right out of treatment and need more support then this is the group to join. This is a 8 wk. open group with a maximum of 10 participants. You will go deeper into the issues that prevent you from being successful in your recovery. You will learn more about yourself, your needs and how to get them met without the use of drugs and the negative maladaptive behaviors that create more problems in your life.
This group is a knitting circle style support group for folx 18+. This is a biweekly group for all experience levels, to include zero experience.

This group is a knitting circle style support group for folx 18+. This is a biweekly group for all experience levels, to include zero experience.
This is a Telehealth group which will provide you with alcohol classes required for the MVA. Please reach out to me so I can review the documents received by the MVA or courts. Or you can email them for review prior to signing up for the group. This is a 12 session group that is ongoing Tuesday and Thursday’s. Begin on any Tuesday or Thursday- provided I have your documentation and we have had one 30-45 minute Telehealth session prior to the group. Once completed I can sign all required documentation for you to obtain your license.

This is a Telehealth group which will provide you with alcohol classes required for the MVA. Please reach out to me so I can review the documents received by the MVA or courts. Or you can email them for review prior to signing up for the group. This is a 12 session group that is ongoing Tuesday and Thursday’s. Begin on any Tuesday or Thursday- provided I have your documentation and we have had one 30-45 minute Telehealth session prior to the group. Once completed I can sign all required documentation for you to obtain your license.
Child,Teen,and Young Adult Groups focus on Socialization for Individuals who have Aspergers or High Functioning Autism

Child,Teen,and Young Adult Groups focus on Socialization for Individuals who have Aspergers or High Functioning Autism
Please go to our website for a complete description of "Keeping the Love You Find" Workshops, a Weekend Workshop for Singles. Dates to Be Announced. See www.AnnapolisRelationshipTherapy.com

Please go to our website for a complete description of "Keeping the Love You Find" Workshops, a Weekend Workshop for Singles. Dates to Be Announced. See www.AnnapolisRelationshipTherapy.com
December 5, December 12, and December 19, 2020 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM A therapeutic support group for adults (ages 26 to 40+) experiencing difficulties during this unprecedented time. ? Location: In-person at our Annapolis office, or virtual (via Zoom). Please note that in person participation is limited to eight participants and total participation is limited to twelve participants. ? Cost: $25 per group, or $60 for all 3 sessions. ? This group will be facilitated by Casey Gunther and Caroline Eglseder.

December 5, December 12, and December 19, 2020 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM A therapeutic support group for adults (ages 26 to 40+) experiencing difficulties during this unprecedented time. ? Location: In-person at our Annapolis office, or virtual (via Zoom). Please note that in person participation is limited to eight participants and total participation is limited to twelve participants. ? Cost: $25 per group, or $60 for all 3 sessions. ? This group will be facilitated by Casey Gunther and Caroline Eglseder.
A psycho-educational and process support group for women who have experienced intimate partner betrayal.

Hosted by Laura Mckenna
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC, CSAT-S, CCPS
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
A psycho-educational and process support group for women who have experienced intimate partner betrayal.
Stop Binge Eating. Change your relationship with food and yourself. Free yourself from addiction to SUGAR and FLOUR. Call to Join our next Trim-Life Weight Management Online Program starting in Fall 2023. This program was researched by and is also taught at the Cleveland Clinic. Groups are 7 weeks long and include psychoeducation, guided meditations, digital recordings, hypnotherapy, learning self-hypnosis. Healthy lifestyle and body image are encouraged, restrictive dieting is discouraged. Call for information and to register!

Hosted by Francesca Richardson, PhD, LCSW-C
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LCSW-C, ACHt
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Stop Binge Eating. Change your relationship with food and yourself. Free yourself from addiction to SUGAR and FLOUR. Call to Join our next Trim-Life Weight Management Online Program starting in Fall 2023. This program was researched by and is also taught at the Cleveland Clinic. Groups are 7 weeks long and include psychoeducation, guided meditations, digital recordings, hypnotherapy, learning self-hypnosis. Healthy lifestyle and body image are encouraged, restrictive dieting is discouraged. Call for information and to register!
Learn how to escape the addiction cycle and stay free. Rebuild relationships, trust and respect. Replace unwanted habits with healthy disciplines and choices. Stand in freedom instead of hiding in shame. Walk with a group of men who are committed to a journey of integrity and hope

Hosted by Jason Hovey
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CSAT
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Learn how to escape the addiction cycle and stay free. Rebuild relationships, trust and respect. Replace unwanted habits with healthy disciplines and choices. Stand in freedom instead of hiding in shame. Walk with a group of men who are committed to a journey of integrity and hope
Based on Relational Life Therapy (RLT), this workshop condenses roughly six months of therapy education into one powerful weekend. You’ll walk away with essential tools and frameworks that can immediately shift your dynamic, improve communication and deepen connection. It’s efficient, impactful, and a great foundation for deeper therapeutic work. Great for couples, individuals and mental health professionals (11.5 CEUs offered). Next workshop is: Sept 20 & 21, 2025. Go to https://www.klptherapy.com to register. Scholarships available.

Hosted by Katharine Petzold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Based on Relational Life Therapy (RLT), this workshop condenses roughly six months of therapy education into one powerful weekend. You’ll walk away with essential tools and frameworks that can immediately shift your dynamic, improve communication and deepen connection. It’s efficient, impactful, and a great foundation for deeper therapeutic work. Great for couples, individuals and mental health professionals (11.5 CEUs offered). Next workshop is: Sept 20 & 21, 2025. Go to https://www.klptherapy.com to register. Scholarships available.
I have been considering launching a group named High Achieving Men Optimizing Relationships. If enough interest is generated, we will launch. I'll facilitate productive discussion among a group that is carefully selected. I would be open to launching many other kinds of groups too, if people reach out indicating interest. Performance Anxiety? Student-Athletes? Mind-Body? Reach out, and maybe we can make it happen.

Hosted by Tim Herzog
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LP, LCPC, CMPC, BCB
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
I have been considering launching a group named High Achieving Men Optimizing Relationships. If enough interest is generated, we will launch. I'll facilitate productive discussion among a group that is carefully selected. I would be open to launching many other kinds of groups too, if people reach out indicating interest. Performance Anxiety? Student-Athletes? Mind-Body? Reach out, and maybe we can make it happen.
Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur or independent contractor? We are, too, and we know first-hand how difficult it can be to "wear all the hats" to be successful while still trying to maintain your sanity! Join us to share - honestly; connect - without expectations; and grow - authentically. This is NOT a networking group. It's a safe space to be vulnerable & real with other like-minded business owners. Let's support other with intention and purpose. And laughter...always laughter!

Hosted by Christa E. Welch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Are you a small business owner, entrepreneur or independent contractor? We are, too, and we know first-hand how difficult it can be to "wear all the hats" to be successful while still trying to maintain your sanity! Join us to share - honestly; connect - without expectations; and grow - authentically. This is NOT a networking group. It's a safe space to be vulnerable & real with other like-minded business owners. Let's support other with intention and purpose. And laughter...always laughter!
Please join us for this extremely gentle yoga class, that uses blankets, pillows and blocks to help you relax and release tension, stress, and anxiety. Yoga is followed by the ancient practice of Sound Healing, with the symphonic gong, crystal chakra bowls, tibetan bowls and chimes to help put you in Theta brain waves, where sleep and restoration occurs.

Hosted by Ruth Milsten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C, CYT
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
Please join us for this extremely gentle yoga class, that uses blankets, pillows and blocks to help you relax and release tension, stress, and anxiety. Yoga is followed by the ancient practice of Sound Healing, with the symphonic gong, crystal chakra bowls, tibetan bowls and chimes to help put you in Theta brain waves, where sleep and restoration occurs.
If you’re feeling stuck in emotional suffering, a DBT therapy group can help you better manage mood or behavior instability; poor self-image; negative, judgmental or rigid thinking; and relationship issues. DBT therapy can also help with: depression, self-harm, anxiety, trauma & PTSD, eating disorders, alcohol/drug addiction, suicidal thoughts/urges, and many other areas in which you may feel stuck. DBT will help you: Evaluate and understand your emotions so they know how to respond to them instead of reacting and making the situation worse with self-destructive behaviors.

Hosted by Wyvonne Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
If you’re feeling stuck in emotional suffering, a DBT therapy group can help you better manage mood or behavior instability; poor self-image; negative, judgmental or rigid thinking; and relationship issues. DBT therapy can also help with: depression, self-harm, anxiety, trauma & PTSD, eating disorders, alcohol/drug addiction, suicidal thoughts/urges, and many other areas in which you may feel stuck. DBT will help you: Evaluate and understand your emotions so they know how to respond to them instead of reacting and making the situation worse with self-destructive behaviors.
A 5 week closed group. Providing education, processing, perspective and awareness in a 90 minute setting once a week. Many clients transition from this group to my weekly ongoing Relapse Prevention group which has long-term members with multiple years of sobriety. Monday evenings 5:00-6:30pm

Hosted by Luke DeBoy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CAC-AD
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21401
A 5 week closed group. Providing education, processing, perspective and awareness in a 90 minute setting once a week. Many clients transition from this group to my weekly ongoing Relapse Prevention group which has long-term members with multiple years of sobriety. Monday evenings 5:00-6:30pm
Changing your career? Moving to a new area? Experiencing a change in you family? Change is a necessary part of life and how we meet the challenge of change can have a significant impact on our success in many life areas. In this group our personal resources are explored in a supportive and encouraging setting. Real solutions to real situations will be the focus of discussion.

Hosted by Regina Ann Warren
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, ADS
Group meets in Annapolis, MD 21409
Changing your career? Moving to a new area? Experiencing a change in you family? Change is a necessary part of life and how we meet the challenge of change can have a significant impact on our success in many life areas. In this group our personal resources are explored in a supportive and encouraging setting. Real solutions to real situations will be the focus of discussion.
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How can I find a support group in Annapolis?
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Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
Once you complete your search, you can use the filters to narrow the results by selecting specialties (such as grief, trauma, or eating disorders), therapeutic approaches, age groups, and other criteria to find a group that best fits your needs.
How does group therapy work?
Group therapy is led by one or more trained therapists and provides a space where participants can process their experiences and learn from others facing similar challenges. Groups may focus on a specific issue—such as addiction, grief, physical illnesses, parenting, or caregiving—or they may center around a particular therapeutic approach, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), social skill development, or Exposure Therapy. Some groups are also designed for specific populations, such as teens, veterans, or LGBTQ+ individuals.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
It’s also important to distinguish group therapy from peer-led support groups, like Alcoholics Anonymous. While both can offer valuable support, therapy groups are typically led by licensed professionals and follow a more structured format. Therapy groups often meet for a fixed length of time with a consistent group of members, while many peer support groups meet for an indefinite period of time with members coming and going.
What are the benefits of group therapy?
Group therapy offers several important benefits. It brings together people facing similar challenges—whether related to mental health, physical health, or life transitions—and creates a supportive environment where participants can exchange feedback, share experiences, and learn from one another. Hearing different perspectives can help individuals discover new coping strategies and practical tools they may not have encountered on their own. Sharing personal experiences, such as coping with a serious illness or navigating family struggles, can also reduce feelings of isolation and foster a sense of connection and understanding. In addition to emotional support, group members often gain useful, real-world advice from peers who have faced similar situations.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Group therapy is typically more affordable than individual therapy and, for certain conditions, can be equally effective. Many groups also include structured activities—such as guided journaling, cognitive-behavioral exercises, or role-playing—to help participants develop concrete skills they can apply in daily life.
Is group therapy as effective as individual therapy?
It is difficult to make a blanket statement about the effectiveness of support groups, as they vary widely in focus and the conditions they address. However, support groups can be highly valuable in helping individuals gain emotional support and achieve meaningful treatment outcomes. For certain conditions, such as substance use, research has shown that group therapy can be particularly effective—sometimes just as effective as individual therapy—in supporting long-term recovery.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
Many professionals attribute the effectiveness of group therapy to the unique benefits of the group setting, which fosters peer-to-peer learning and a sense of connection through shared experiences. Group settings also offer accountability and encouragement from both facilitators and fellow participants, which helps sustain motivation and supports continued progress. These factors together play a key role in promoting the overall effectiveness of group therapy.
How much does group therapy cost?
Group therapy is typically less expensive than individual therapy, with sessions typically costing between $50 and $75 each. In comparison, individual therapy can cost anywhere from $100 to $200 or more per session, even with insurance. Some therapists or organizations offer low-cost or free group therapy options, particularly through community centers or nonprofit organizations. In some cases, groups may require payment upfront for a set number of sessions, such as paying for six weekly sessions at the first meeting. However, many providers offer payment plans to help make participation more accessible if this upfront payment is required.
Does insurance cover group therapy?
As with individual therapy, insurance coverage for group therapy varies based on factors such as your specific insurance plan, the purpose of the group, your diagnosis, and whether the group provider is in-network. Many insurance plans cover group therapy sessions that address diagnosable mental health conditions, such as substance use disorders, anxiety, or depression.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
However, groups that focus on topics not directly tied to a mental health diagnosis—such as parenting support or divorce recovery—are less likely to be covered. Because coverage can vary widely, it’s important to check with your insurance provider before joining a group to confirm whether the sessions will be covered and what out-of-pocket costs you may be responsible for.
How long does group therapy last?
The length of each group therapy session typically ranges from 45 minutes to two hours, depending on the therapy approach, the group’s goals, and how often the group meets. In some cases, group therapy is part of a larger treatment program, such as an Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP), where group sessions complement individual therapy and are scheduled as part of the program’s overall structure.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
The duration of participation in a group also varies. Some groups are designed to be short-term, lasting anywhere from 6 to 24 weeks—for example, bereavement groups or skills-based groups like those using Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). Other groups may be longer-term, lasting a year or more, and some ongoing support groups meet indefinitely, allowing participants to stay as long as they find the group helpful.
What are the limitations of support groups?
Support groups offer many benefits, but they also have certain limitations. Unlike therapy groups, many support groups do not provide formal therapeutic treatment and are not led by licensed mental health professionals. For individuals seeking clinical treatment for specific mental health diagnoses—such as depression, eating disorders, or substance use—individual therapy or group therapy led by a licensed professional may offer more personalized and specialized care.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.
The effectiveness of a support group also depends heavily on the group’s participants and the overall group dynamic. When members engage respectfully and offer constructive support, the group can foster valuable peer-to-peer learning. However, if certain participants dominate discussions, provide inaccurate advice, or create conflict, it can disrupt the group’s sense of safety and reduce its effectiveness. Confidentiality can also be harder to maintain in support groups, particularly in open groups where participants can join or leave at any time. With new members regularly entering the group, it can be more difficult to build and sustain a consistent sense of trust and privacy.