Support Groups in Woodbury, MN
Currently screening for next group - starting in Spring of 2024! This is a group for all first responder partners. The purpose of this group is to support and normalize the unique culture that first responder families go through. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space to freely speak and be heard. You can also expect to increase your self-worth and independence while improving communication skills in your relationships.

Currently screening for next group - starting in Spring of 2024! This is a group for all first responder partners. The purpose of this group is to support and normalize the unique culture that first responder families go through. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space to freely speak and be heard. You can also expect to increase your self-worth and independence while improving communication skills in your relationships.
Patients will learn: *How dieting causes you to become preoccupied with food and to view food a the enemy*How dieting slows down your metabolism and causes weight gain*How to enjoy food and achieve a healthy weight*How to improve your relationship with food*How to manage and get support with issues around food, weight, and body image.

Patients will learn: *How dieting causes you to become preoccupied with food and to view food a the enemy*How dieting slows down your metabolism and causes weight gain*How to enjoy food and achieve a healthy weight*How to improve your relationship with food*How to manage and get support with issues around food, weight, and body image.
Right now during social distancing and distance learning, finding hope is more important than ever. The goal of this group is for teens to learn strategies for hope, acceptance and healthy routines. We’ll follow an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies to help you: 1) bring acceptance to your daily life; 2) set goals according to values and carry them out responsibly; 3) uncover the strength within you, and 4) develop new skills to persevere and thrive through this challenging time.

Right now during social distancing and distance learning, finding hope is more important than ever. The goal of this group is for teens to learn strategies for hope, acceptance and healthy routines. We’ll follow an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies to help you: 1) bring acceptance to your daily life; 2) set goals according to values and carry them out responsibly; 3) uncover the strength within you, and 4) develop new skills to persevere and thrive through this challenging time.
VOICES is an Empowerment Group for Girls (ages 14-18) using evidenced based research and topics identified by Stephanie Covington to assist girls in identifying their strengths, expressing their feelings, strengthening relationships, self-care; coping with stress, relationships, feelings; staying calm, all while gaining the support of the other girls in the group and myself. Appropriate referrals are girls who need some help with boosting their self-esteem, decreasing depression and anxiety, increased relationship skills, and increased coping mechanisms. Please contact Kelly for further details. Start Date of the Group: February 28th, 2020

Hosted by Kelly R Volkmann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125
VOICES is an Empowerment Group for Girls (ages 14-18) using evidenced based research and topics identified by Stephanie Covington to assist girls in identifying their strengths, expressing their feelings, strengthening relationships, self-care; coping with stress, relationships, feelings; staying calm, all while gaining the support of the other girls in the group and myself. Appropriate referrals are girls who need some help with boosting their self-esteem, decreasing depression and anxiety, increased relationship skills, and increased coping mechanisms. Please contact Kelly for further details. Start Date of the Group: February 28th, 2020
We are a clinical mental health private practice.

Hosted by Family Frameworks, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125
We are a clinical mental health private practice.
Ask A Woman (Therapist) is a psycho-educational group for men only. This is not a support or therapy group, but an educational group where men can ask the questions they have always wondered about but not been able or comfortable asking the women in their lives. Men's questions,topics, and curiosities are what we will be talking about. This group is held on Wednesdays. You must register in advance by contacting tracival@visi.com or by calling 651 440-6669. This is a casual group, so you may bring your dinner. We will learn about relationships, communication, perception, conflict resolution and much more!

Hosted by Valentine Counseling Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125
Ask A Woman (Therapist) is a psycho-educational group for men only. This is not a support or therapy group, but an educational group where men can ask the questions they have always wondered about but not been able or comfortable asking the women in their lives. Men's questions,topics, and curiosities are what we will be talking about. This group is held on Wednesdays. You must register in advance by contacting tracival@visi.com or by calling 651 440-6669. This is a casual group, so you may bring your dinner. We will learn about relationships, communication, perception, conflict resolution and much more!
Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program for Professionals. The program is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4pm to 7pm. Most Major Insurances Accepted. I use the most evidenced based modalites to ensure clients learn how to be successful in sobriety. I use a mindfulness based approach focussing on the "whole person." I incorporate CBT and DBT coping skills, neuro-plasticity, positive psychology, meditation and several holistic healing techniques. This program and it's content is based on the unique stressors of high functioning individuals.

Substance Use Disorder Intensive Outpatient Treatment Program for Professionals. The program is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4pm to 7pm. Most Major Insurances Accepted. I use the most evidenced based modalites to ensure clients learn how to be successful in sobriety. I use a mindfulness based approach focussing on the "whole person." I incorporate CBT and DBT coping skills, neuro-plasticity, positive psychology, meditation and several holistic healing techniques. This program and it's content is based on the unique stressors of high functioning individuals.
Navigating the complexities of being an adolescent can be challenging. Teenagers today are faced with pressures from social media, society, family, peers, academic expectations, and it can be overwhelming. If you are feeling this way, you're not alone! The Growth Circle was specifically designed with you in mind. The growth circle is a space for teens to come together and explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences in a safe environment. The goal of this group is to equip teens with essential social skills to help them feel empowered, foster positive identity, and cultivate meaningful connections in community with others.

Navigating the complexities of being an adolescent can be challenging. Teenagers today are faced with pressures from social media, society, family, peers, academic expectations, and it can be overwhelming. If you are feeling this way, you're not alone! The Growth Circle was specifically designed with you in mind. The growth circle is a space for teens to come together and explore their feelings, thoughts, and experiences in a safe environment. The goal of this group is to equip teens with essential social skills to help them feel empowered, foster positive identity, and cultivate meaningful connections in community with others.
Recovery Treatment Group for Professionals. This group is designed for professionals who have already completed a residential program, intensive outpatient program or need a relapse prevention program. This program will brush up on coping skills including DBT, CBT, Mindfulness and Self Care to name a few. It will also help you learn how to be happy living a sober lifestyle. Once you become part of the PRO Network, you will never want to go back to using substances again!

Recovery Treatment Group for Professionals. This group is designed for professionals who have already completed a residential program, intensive outpatient program or need a relapse prevention program. This program will brush up on coping skills including DBT, CBT, Mindfulness and Self Care to name a few. It will also help you learn how to be happy living a sober lifestyle. Once you become part of the PRO Network, you will never want to go back to using substances again!
This is a writing group led by a facilitator who is an internationally published poet and a therapist. We will be using tag lines and topics to create prose poetry, stories and narratives to tell the story of who we were and who we are becoming. This is a group where we encourage, support, and build each other up, and at the same time practice communication and coping skills.

Hosted by Valentine Counseling Services, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MEd, LMFT
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125
This is a writing group led by a facilitator who is an internationally published poet and a therapist. We will be using tag lines and topics to create prose poetry, stories and narratives to tell the story of who we were and who we are becoming. This is a group where we encourage, support, and build each other up, and at the same time practice communication and coping skills.
This group is designed to be 6 weeks closed group that aims to provide individuals with an environment that is supportive of their smoking cessation goals. It will offer a setting for members to share concerns and develop self-awareness through self-disclosure and feedback.

This group is designed to be 6 weeks closed group that aims to provide individuals with an environment that is supportive of their smoking cessation goals. It will offer a setting for members to share concerns and develop self-awareness through self-disclosure and feedback.
The intensive outpatient group meets 3 times per week for 3 hours. Group is specific to substance use disorders but incorporates other topics such as stress management, DBT, empathy, education, goals, values, etc. Clients may join the group after an assessment and orientation are completed. The cost below is for private pay, most state and commercial insurance accepted as well. If you are interested in getting started, please follow this link to set up a portal account and begin the initial paperwork: https://crm.bestnotes.com/portal/promn

The intensive outpatient group meets 3 times per week for 3 hours. Group is specific to substance use disorders but incorporates other topics such as stress management, DBT, empathy, education, goals, values, etc. Clients may join the group after an assessment and orientation are completed. The cost below is for private pay, most state and commercial insurance accepted as well. If you are interested in getting started, please follow this link to set up a portal account and begin the initial paperwork: https://crm.bestnotes.com/portal/promn
Right now during social distancing and distance learning, finding hope is more important than ever. The goal of this group is for parents to learn strategies for hope, acceptance and healthy routines while adjusting to new parenting roles needed for distance learning and remote working. We’ll follow an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies to 1) bring acceptance to your daily life; 2) set goals according to values and carry them out responsibly; 3) uncover the strength within you, and 4) develop new skills to persevere and thrive through this challenging time.

Right now during social distancing and distance learning, finding hope is more important than ever. The goal of this group is for parents to learn strategies for hope, acceptance and healthy routines while adjusting to new parenting roles needed for distance learning and remote working. We’ll follow an Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) approach that uses acceptance and mindfulness strategies to 1) bring acceptance to your daily life; 2) set goals according to values and carry them out responsibly; 3) uncover the strength within you, and 4) develop new skills to persevere and thrive through this challenging time.
Daytime Intensive Outpatient meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 9am to noon, in-person. Groups are a combination of process and educational groups. DBT is incorporated into the groups, but other topics may include: stress management, communication, emotion regulation, empathy, values, etc. Clients will also meet with their counselor about one time per week for 1 hour. If you are interested in scheduling an intake, please visit our website at: www.prorectherapy.com to start the process!

Daytime Intensive Outpatient meets Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, 9am to noon, in-person. Groups are a combination of process and educational groups. DBT is incorporated into the groups, but other topics may include: stress management, communication, emotion regulation, empathy, values, etc. Clients will also meet with their counselor about one time per week for 1 hour. If you are interested in scheduling an intake, please visit our website at: www.prorectherapy.com to start the process!
**All services are currently 100% telehealth** The intensive outpatient program meets Monday - Friday for full days during the school year and half day in the mornings during the summer. We utilize an eight week Acceptance and Commitment Therapeutic curriculum and also incorporate CBT, DBT, and other modalities as needed. Each day includes a Therapeutic Process Group, a Therapeutic Skills Group, and a Psychoeducation Group. All groups are interactive for each group member. Group sizes are limited to 10 members for grades 7-12 and 6 members for grades K-6.

**All services are currently 100% telehealth** The intensive outpatient program meets Monday - Friday for full days during the school year and half day in the mornings during the summer. We utilize an eight week Acceptance and Commitment Therapeutic curriculum and also incorporate CBT, DBT, and other modalities as needed. Each day includes a Therapeutic Process Group, a Therapeutic Skills Group, and a Psychoeducation Group. All groups are interactive for each group member. Group sizes are limited to 10 members for grades 7-12 and 6 members for grades K-6.
Overcome social anxiety! Learn the skills to help you feel more confident talking to others in social situations. Here is part of what you will learn: Self esteem skills, calming techniques, communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness, managing body sensations and much more.

Overcome social anxiety! Learn the skills to help you feel more confident talking to others in social situations. Here is part of what you will learn: Self esteem skills, calming techniques, communication skills, interpersonal effectiveness, managing body sensations and much more.

Hosted by Winston Behavioral Healthcare, PSC.
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, BCS, LPCC
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125

Hosted by Allison Heeter-Condon, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125

Hosted by Allison Heeter-Condon, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Group meets in Woodbury, MN 55125
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FAQs - About Group Therapy and Support Groups
How can I find a support group in Woodbury?
To find a support group in your area, start by entering your city, zip code, or the name of the group into the search bar at the top of the page. When searching, consider whether you prefer an in-person or virtual group. This can help you decide how broad your geographic search should be. If you are open to virtual groups, you might want to search by state instead of just your city, especially if there are limited options nearby.
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.