Support Groups in Rockville, MD
Women in Transition
Members are all going through life transitions. The first and enduring benefit of the group is giving and receiving much needed support. Members come to realize that they are not alone in their efforts to make their lives rich and ...
Hosted by Sanaa Sharnoubi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MSc, LCPC, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Members are all going through life transitions. The first and enduring benefit of the group is giving and receiving much needed support. Members come to realize that they are not alone in their efforts to make their lives rich and ...
Partners of Sex Addicts
The group is a therapeutic group for partners of sex addicts, which will focus upon understanding Sex Addiction, interpersonal support, and relationship recovery.The group will also provide an opportunity to meet and share with other partners of sex addicts who ...
Hosted by Naomit Abend
Counselor, MA, LCPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
The group is a therapeutic group for partners of sex addicts, which will focus upon understanding Sex Addiction, interpersonal support, and relationship recovery.The group will also provide an opportunity to meet and share with other partners of sex addicts who ...
Body Psychotherapy
This group engages the body in unlocking each person's capacity for healing. As the body is enlivened - through breath work, dance and stress positions - physical blocks are identified and emotional states are released. This group incorporates Core Energetics, ...
Hosted by Joanne Lynch-Bachbauer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
This group engages the body in unlocking each person's capacity for healing. As the body is enlivened - through breath work, dance and stress positions - physical blocks are identified and emotional states are released. This group incorporates Core Energetics, ...
The Constantly Evolving Couple
What factors help deepen the intimacy between couples? The reality is that every adult changes and matures throughout the lifespan. The spouse that a person is married to today is going to be different to the one they are married ...
Hosted by Jonathan Le
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
What factors help deepen the intimacy between couples? The reality is that every adult changes and matures throughout the lifespan. The spouse that a person is married to today is going to be different to the one they are married ...
Adolescent Groups
Group provides life coaching and support for adolescents and young adults. Issues include:eatingdisorders,r elationships,sexuality, self esteem, anxiety,mood disorders and family issues.
Hosted by Marci K. Malnik,LCSW-C, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Group provides life coaching and support for adolescents and young adults. Issues include:eatingdisorders,r elationships,sexuality, self esteem, anxiety,mood disorders and family issues.
Teen Group- Virtual & In-person ($50)
Starts - Sept. 7 - The goal of this group is to provide teens with a greater sense of energy or zest, knowledge of self and other, capacity to act, sense of self-worth, and desire for further connection. Members will ...
Hosted by Kayla Wallington
Counselor, LGPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Starts - Sept. 7 - The goal of this group is to provide teens with a greater sense of energy or zest, knowledge of self and other, capacity to act, sense of self-worth, and desire for further connection. Members will ...
Bringing Baby Home Workshop
Bringing Baby Home Workshop from The Gottman Institute: A 3-Day Workshop for New Parents. Gain skills to navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood! In this workshop, learn how to: - Increase friendship in your relationship - Deal effectively with ...
Hosted by Voted "Best Of- Practice" - Potomac Therapy Group
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
Bringing Baby Home Workshop from The Gottman Institute: A 3-Day Workshop for New Parents. Gain skills to navigate the joys and challenges of parenthood! In this workshop, learn how to: - Increase friendship in your relationship - Deal effectively with ...
Core Energetics Process Group (Saturdays monthlty)
We offer a - currently " VIRTUAL" and shortened due to COVID - monthly all-day co-ed Core Energetics (body-centered) process groups in Rockville, MD. Saturday Intensive (monthly) Includes group dynamics, movement, expressive work and meditation. Issues: Personal growth, depression, social ...
Hosted by Kuno R Bachbauer
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
We offer a - currently " VIRTUAL" and shortened due to COVID - monthly all-day co-ed Core Energetics (body-centered) process groups in Rockville, MD. Saturday Intensive (monthly) Includes group dynamics, movement, expressive work and meditation. Issues: Personal growth, depression, social ...
Dual Diagnosis: Mental Health and Addictions Group
Group currently being formed.
Hosted by Esther Saggurthi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20855
Group currently being formed.
Teens Managing Emotions and Relationships Group
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 ...
Hosted by Brandon L Goldstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
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 ...
Not Current: Coping with Anxiety (High School)
NOT CURRENTLY RUNNING. The weekly group will blend skills from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Goals of the group include: improving coping skills for worries and fears, developing balanced and flexible thinking, improving self-esteem, and feeling ...
Hosted by Dr. Emily Stano
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
NOT CURRENTLY RUNNING. The weekly group will blend skills from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). Goals of the group include: improving coping skills for worries and fears, developing balanced and flexible thinking, improving self-esteem, and feeling ...
MoCo Parent Club (MCPC)
Tired of yelling? This group is for you. MCPC helps to guide parents through the everyday joys and challenges of parenthood, while socializing with other parents.
Hosted by Dahlia Topolosky
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
Tired of yelling? This group is for you. MCPC helps to guide parents through the everyday joys and challenges of parenthood, while socializing with other parents.
Yoga For Eating Disorder Recovery and Trauma
This yoga class for those in eating disorder recovery and/or with trauma histories is slated to start in July. Join the interest list-you can reach out to be the first to hear when it's up and running!
Hosted by Kellie Zundel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
This yoga class for those in eating disorder recovery and/or with trauma histories is slated to start in July. Join the interest list-you can reach out to be the first to hear when it's up and running!
Free Virtual Parent Support Groups
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our ...
Hosted by Sandstone Care Teen & Young Adult Treatment Center
Treatment Center, CSAC-A, CAI-II, MD, LPC, LAC
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
Worried your teen may not graduate high school or college? Are you struggling to like your son or daughter right now? Do you need to help them but are not really sure where to start? Come to one of our ...
Coping With Crisis Unemployment
LOW COST/DEFERRED PAYMENT GROUP. In an effort to support those who lost jobs due to the current crisis, this support group will help members process grief, loss and stress they are experiencing due to job loss and life changes. Those ...
Hosted by Elissa Israel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
LOW COST/DEFERRED PAYMENT GROUP. In an effort to support those who lost jobs due to the current crisis, this support group will help members process grief, loss and stress they are experiencing due to job loss and life changes. Those ...
Womens Group
Hosted by Lisa Fawn Mitchell
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
Group Psychotherapy for Trauma Disorders
This group is for individuals who have been diagnosed with trauma or dissociative disorders and are looking for a process group to supplement individual treatment.
Individuals in this group generally already have a foundation of symptom management skills. The focus ...
Hosted by Stefanie Consolla
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
This group is for individuals who have been diagnosed with trauma or dissociative disorders and are looking for a process group to supplement individual treatment.
Individuals in this group generally already have a foundation of symptom management skills. The focus ...
Wellness Coaching Weight Loss Group
Reach your weight loss goals by getting support from your peers while also helping other members reach their goals! Join this weight loss group that uses a holistic approach to learn about what your blocks are and how you can ...
Hosted by Sapna S Kirkpatrick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
Reach your weight loss goals by getting support from your peers while also helping other members reach their goals! Join this weight loss group that uses a holistic approach to learn about what your blocks are and how you can ...
Mindful Teens
This is a girls group for High School age who have anxiety, depression and similar issues. The group combines traditional psychotherapy, yoga, breathe work, meditation and guided relaxation. Please see our website for a more detailed description. www.greaterwashingtonther apy.com
Hosted by Nanci Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20852
This is a girls group for High School age who have anxiety, depression and similar issues. The group combines traditional psychotherapy, yoga, breathe work, meditation and guided relaxation. Please see our website for a more detailed description. www.greaterwashingtonther apy.com
OCD support group
telehealth
Hosted by Andrea Ellis
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Rockville, MD 20850
telehealth
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Rockville?
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.