Caring Connected - Valencia, CA
Our providers are trained in many approaches, but they're all focused on one thing: helping you change your life. All our providers are licensed/registered and have Master's/Doctoral degrees, at least 2,000 hours of professional experience, and must have completed their ...
Hosted by Stefanie Lucia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Valencia, CA 91355
Our providers are trained in many approaches, but they're all focused on one thing: helping you change your life. All our providers are licensed/registered and have Master's/Doctoral degrees, at least 2,000 hours of professional experience, and must have completed their ...
Weekly Online Social Games Group Ages 14-17
Online games groups are held via secure video conferencing and utilize RPGs and online board games to foster social interaction and build self-esteem. Games are an engaging way to have fun while talking with other people, learn about yourself and ...
Hosted by Doug Ronning, Psychotherapy and Social Game Groups
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RDT-BCT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Walnut Creek, CA 94596
Online games groups are held via secure video conferencing and utilize RPGs and online board games to foster social interaction and build self-esteem. Games are an engaging way to have fun while talking with other people, learn about yourself and ...
Optimal Health Meditation and Yoga Classes
Hosted by Katie Jane LaRue
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Chico, CA 95926
Divorce Support Group (On Hiatus)
We are both a process group and a psycho-educational group. Members must sign a commitment of confidentiality to insure the emotional safety of self and the other members. Various issues that clients may face in the course of their separation, ...
Hosted by Kelly Anderson-Bohlinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSAT, CCPS, EMDR, PhD Stu
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hermosa Beach, CA 90254
We are both a process group and a psycho-educational group. Members must sign a commitment of confidentiality to insure the emotional safety of self and the other members. Various issues that clients may face in the course of their separation, ...
Balanced Behavioral Health
Hosted by Balanced Behavioral Health
Physician Assistant, MS, PA-C
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in San Juan Capistrano, CA 92675
Turn Your Anxiety Worrior Into Anxiety Warrior
Are you feeling lost and exhausted? Have your stress and anxiety levels spiked, making it harder for you to manage your emotions? Are you struggling with setting boundaries for yourself and in your relationship? If self-doubt is feeding your insecurity ...
Hosted by Embracing You Therapy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Woodland Hills, CA 91364
Are you feeling lost and exhausted? Have your stress and anxiety levels spiked, making it harder for you to manage your emotions? Are you struggling with setting boundaries for yourself and in your relationship? If self-doubt is feeding your insecurity ...
Naming Your Desires - January 14, 2024
A one-day, in-person workshop guided by an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Tailored for enhancing intimacy, this session empowers you to articulate desires and practice consent conversations. Explore practical skills to overcome common relationship hurdles, like desire disparities and miscommunication. Engage ...
Hosted by Katie Arlene Baptist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
Group meets in Sacramento, CA 95825
A one-day, in-person workshop guided by an AASECT Certified Sex Therapist. Tailored for enhancing intimacy, this session empowers you to articulate desires and practice consent conversations. Explore practical skills to overcome common relationship hurdles, like desire disparities and miscommunication. Engage ...
Maternal Child and Wellness Group
Therapy group for postpartum mothers coping with depression/anxiety/OCD.
Hosted by Cal Mind and Heart, an LCSW corp
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Calabasas, CA 91302
Therapy group for postpartum mothers coping with depression/anxiety/OCD.
OCD Support Group: ERP Practice
This is a small-group virtual meeting to learn and practice ERP. Come to receive social support while you learn more about OCD and ERP treatment. Learn to identify triggers, rate your emotions and resist compulsions. You can use this group ...
Hosted by Saraa D. Lee
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Angeles, CA 90024
This is a small-group virtual meeting to learn and practice ERP. Come to receive social support while you learn more about OCD and ERP treatment. Learn to identify triggers, rate your emotions and resist compulsions. You can use this group ...
Support Group for Frontline Workers
As a hospice nurse, I understand the exhaustion, burnout, mental strain, and fatigue that healthcare workers on the frontline of the pandemic are experiencing. This group is a place to connect and get support from people who understand your experience ...
Hosted by Shelly Lev-Er
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Petaluma, CA 94952
As a hospice nurse, I understand the exhaustion, burnout, mental strain, and fatigue that healthcare workers on the frontline of the pandemic are experiencing. This group is a place to connect and get support from people who understand your experience ...
Sacred Team Circles
This group will support Youth teen groups with challenges with PTSD, anxiety and Psycho-educational platform addressing, anger, life skills, and addiction. An 12 week workshop to include interactive activities and outcomes. Learning to self-assess; developing coping skills, life skills, along ...
Hosted by I Do Services, LLC
MA, MS, PPS, Author
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Sacramento, CA 95825
This group will support Youth teen groups with challenges with PTSD, anxiety and Psycho-educational platform addressing, anger, life skills, and addiction. An 12 week workshop to include interactive activities and outcomes. Learning to self-assess; developing coping skills, life skills, along ...
Healing Relationships and Co-dependency
Learn EFT in a supportive and affordable group environment and develop the ability to: 1) Identify manipulative and Narcissistic behavior in others 2) Identify feelings and unmet needs 3) Skillfully communicate your needs 4) Increase self esteem and self empowerment ...
Learn EFT in a supportive and affordable group environment and develop the ability to: 1) Identify manipulative and Narcissistic behavior in others 2) Identify feelings and unmet needs 3) Skillfully communicate your needs 4) Increase self esteem and self empowerment ...
Center For Behavior Medicine
At CBM, patients receive the benefits of a holistic medical health practice, bringing together both Psychiatric and Psychological practitioners into one. For over 30 years, CBM has been servicing the LA County community, and now also services Orange County with ...
Hosted by Center For Behavior Medicine
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Group meets in Whittier, CA 90605
At CBM, patients receive the benefits of a holistic medical health practice, bringing together both Psychiatric and Psychological practitioners into one. For over 30 years, CBM has been servicing the LA County community, and now also services Orange County with ...
Trauma, Stress Reduction, Self Care & Coping
90 minute weekly group for adults, focusing on trauma, stress reduction, self care and coping.
Hosted by Rannia Brown
Psychological Associate, PsyD, LAADC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Irvine, CA 92614
90 minute weekly group for adults, focusing on trauma, stress reduction, self care and coping.
Seal Beach Counseling
Welcome to Seal Beach Counseling. We offer psychological services for adults, children, and families. Our team of mental health specialists will assist you in overcoming current obstacles or working through long-standing issues. We are here to help you reach your ...
Hosted by Danielle Roxborough
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Seal Beach, CA 90740
Welcome to Seal Beach Counseling. We offer psychological services for adults, children, and families. Our team of mental health specialists will assist you in overcoming current obstacles or working through long-standing issues. We are here to help you reach your ...
Depth in Process
Depth in Process is a group for those who want to go deeper, for individuals who find traditional therapy gone stale. With Depth Psychological Ideas in process, we find deeper meaning and open up to a greater sense of self. ...
Hosted by Kevin J Woolums
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PhD Can
Verified Verified
Group meets in Long Beach, CA 90814
Depth in Process is a group for those who want to go deeper, for individuals who find traditional therapy gone stale. With Depth Psychological Ideas in process, we find deeper meaning and open up to a greater sense of self. ...
Grief Support Group
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
Hosted by Cathy Trenary
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, APCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Oakland, CA 94609
It's important to talk about your loved one, honor your emotions and recognize the various stages of mourning. With loss also comes changes in self-identity and the role a person plays in life. This group is a safe space where ...
DBT Skills Training - Online/ Out of pocket only
The group is designed for individuals with passionate spirits and firm beliefs who want personal growth toward self-love and improving relationships with others. You will learn to live a life "worth living" by managing emotions in a compassionate, loving, and ...
Hosted by Cognitive Behavioral Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MPA, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Pasadena, CA 91105
The group is designed for individuals with passionate spirits and firm beliefs who want personal growth toward self-love and improving relationships with others. You will learn to live a life "worth living" by managing emotions in a compassionate, loving, and ...
Holistic Behavioral Medicine Psychologist
Hosted by Dr. Charles R. Freeman, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in San Diego, CA 92108
Gay Mens’ Group
Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ or know someone who is gay, joining a support group is one of the best ways to learn more about sexual orientation advocacy and meet like-minded people. Our goal is to process and review ...
Hosted by Desiree Hedberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Los Gatos, CA 95032
Whether you are a member of the LGBTQ+ or know someone who is gay, joining a support group is one of the best ways to learn more about sexual orientation advocacy and meet like-minded people. Our goal is to process and review ...
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in California?
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.